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  1. TOOL · dev.to — MCP tag English(EN) ·

    We were about to pay $400/month for an AI citation dashboard, so we built one

    A new self-hosted tool called Citation Intelligence MCP has been released, offering a free alternative to expensive AI citation dashboards. This tool allows users to track which URLs are cited by various AI models, including ChatGPT, Claude, and Google AI Overviews. It aims to integrate citation data directly into content creation workflows, enabling editors to identify content gaps and optimize articles for better AI visibility. AI

    IMPACT Enables content creators to optimize articles for AI search visibility and reduce costs for AI citation tracking tools.

  2. TOOL · llama.cpp — Releases English(EN) ·

    b9309: perplexity : fix even more integer overflows (#23623)

    The llama.cpp project has released version b9309, which includes fixes for integer overflow issues. This release is part of ongoing development and maintenance for the C/C++ implementation of Llama models. AI

    b9309: perplexity : fix even more integer overflows (#23623)

    IMPACT Minor maintenance update for an open-source AI model implementation.

  3. TOOL · dev.to — Claude Code tag English(EN) ·

    How I Built Citare V2 in 12 Days After Throwing V1 Away

    Ravi, a solo founder without a formal coding background, developed Citare V2, an AI search visibility platform, in 12 days using Claude Code. The platform tracks brand presence across major AI engines like ChatGPT, Google AI Overview, Gemini, Claude, and Perplexity. V2 evolved from a discarded V1, which was a simplistic demo, into a comprehensive pipeline that includes a knowledge graph builder, query drafter, dispatcher, browser renderer, and parser to provide actionable insights. AI

    IMPACT Demonstrates how AI coding assistants can accelerate solo founder product development cycles.

  4. TOOL · dev.to — LLM tag English(EN) ·

    Perplexity — Deep Dive + Problem: Batch Normalization Forward Pass

    Perplexity is a crucial metric for evaluating language models, measuring their ability to predict text and indicating their uncertainty. A lower perplexity score signifies better predictive performance, making it a valuable tool for comparing different models and understanding their generalization capabilities. This concept is fundamental in Natural Language Processing for tasks like translation and summarization, and is closely linked to cross-entropy, often used as a training loss function. AI

    Perplexity — Deep Dive + Problem: Batch Normalization Forward Pass

    IMPACT Provides foundational knowledge for understanding LLM performance and comparison.

  5. TOOL · MarkTechPost English(EN) · · [2 sources]

    Perplexity Open-Sources Bumblebee: A Read-Only Supply-Chain Scanner for Developer Endpoints

    Perplexity has open-sourced Bumblebee, a new tool designed to scan developer endpoints for potential supply-chain attack vectors. This read-only scanner inventories installed packages, AI agent configurations, and editor/browser extensions on macOS and Linux systems. Bumblebee aims to fill a gap left by existing security tools by directly inspecting local developer machine states, which are increasingly targeted by attackers. AI

    Perplexity Open-Sources Bumblebee: A Read-Only Supply-Chain Scanner for Developer Endpoints

    IMPACT Enhances security for developers using AI tools and agents by identifying potential supply-chain vulnerabilities on their machines.

  6. SIGNIFICANT · Latent Space (swyx) English(EN) · · [2 sources]

    Giving Agents Computers — Ivan Burazin, Daytona

    Daytona, an AI infrastructure company, is experiencing rapid growth by providing composable computers for AI agents. CEO Ivan Burazin explains that agents require more than simple code execution, needing stateful, fast, and flexible computing environments. The company has seen a significant increase in usage, with one customer running nearly 850,000 sandboxes daily and AI workloads like reinforcement learning and evaluations now comprising about 50% of their usage. AI

    Giving Agents Computers — Ivan Burazin, Daytona

    IMPACT Daytona's focus on providing dedicated, composable computing environments for AI agents could accelerate agent development and deployment.

  7. SIGNIFICANT · Mastodon — fosstodon.org Polski(PL) · · [5 sources]

    Perplexity released Bumblebee – an open-source scanner for macOS and Linux that allows instant detection of malicious AI libraries and extensions on computers

    UC Berkeley Law is implementing strict AI usage policies starting in 2026, prohibiting students from using language models for academic work. Meanwhile, Google has launched its AI Mode in Poland, which uses Gemini 2.5 to provide direct answers instead of links, signaling a shift in search engine functionality. In cybersecurity, Project Glasswing's Claude Mythos has demonstrated an ability to find critical vulnerabilities at a pace exceeding human development teams, and Perplexity has released Bumblebee, an open-source tool for detecting malicious AI extensions on macOS and Linux. AI

    IMPACT AI's integration into education, search, and cybersecurity continues to evolve, prompting policy changes and new detection tools.

  8. TOOL · Mastodon — fosstodon.org English(EN) ·

    Perplexity confirms reduced limits for some users following promo code crackdown The platform says a surge in third-party fraud and unauthorized resales forced

    Perplexity has implemented stricter usage limits for some users, citing a rise in fraudulent activities and unauthorized resales of promotional codes. The AI search engine stated that these issues necessitated adjustments to its service caps. This move aims to curb abuse and ensure fair access to its platform. AI

    Perplexity confirms reduced limits for some users following promo code crackdown The platform says a surge in third-party fraud and unauthorized resales forced

    IMPACT Narrows access to a popular AI search tool, potentially impacting user experience and adoption.

  9. TOOL · Mastodon — fosstodon.org English(EN) ·

    Perplexity’s Comet AI browser for iOS upgraded with 8 major improvements Two months ago, Perplexity brought its Comet AI browser from the Mac to the iPhone and

    Perplexity has released a significant update for its Comet AI browser on iOS, introducing eight major improvements. This update follows the browser's initial launch on iPhone and iPad two months prior. The enhancements aim to bolster the user experience and functionality of the AI-powered browsing tool. AI

    IMPACT Enhances a niche AI-powered browsing tool, offering incremental improvements for users.

  10. TOOL · IEEE Spectrum — AI English(EN) ·

    Māori Text-to-Speech Model Spurns Big Tech’s Values

    Academics in New Zealand have developed a text-to-speech model for the te reo Māori language, prioritizing community ownership over data and output. This initiative aims to counter the trend of large tech companies scraping indigenous languages for AI training without consent or benefit to the communities. The project focused on a specific dialect, incorporating linguistic nuances and utilizing a consenting local voice actor to create a high-fidelity synthetic voice. AI

    Māori Text-to-Speech Model Spurns Big Tech’s Values

    IMPACT Provides a blueprint for other minority language communities to develop AI tools that respect cultural ownership and linguistic integrity.

  11. SIGNIFICANT · AI Business English(EN) · · [3 sources]

    Google Ads in AI Mode Will Help Businesses Be Discovered

    Google is integrating advertisements into its AI-powered search results and conversational AI features. The new "AI Mode" for Google Ads will allow businesses to answer user questions directly and be recommended in search results. Additionally, "Business Agent for Leads" will embed a Gemini-powered agent within ads to provide instant answers and facilitate lead generation through conversational interactions on business websites. AI

    Google Ads in AI Mode Will Help Businesses Be Discovered

    IMPACT This integration of AI into advertising aims to improve business discoverability and customer engagement, potentially reshaping digital marketing strategies.

  12. RESEARCH · Mastodon — mastodon.social Nederlands(NL) ·

    Rathenau warns against irresponsible AI use in science. Guidelines for dealing with AI in science are urgently needed, states the Rathenau Institute.

    The Rathenau Institute is urging the scientific community to establish urgent guidelines for AI use, warning that its improper application undermines the reliability of scientific knowledge and public trust. While AI offers benefits like faster text analysis in fields such as paleography, generative models like ChatGPT pose risks to core scientific values such as integrity and independence. The institute highlights the widespread adoption of AI among researchers, with 58% using it for literature review and research discovery, and calls for clear institutional policies. AI

    Rathenau warns against irresponsible AI use in science. Guidelines for dealing with AI in science are urgently needed, states the Rathenau Institute.

    IMPACT Establishes a call for policy and ethical guidelines for AI use in scientific research, impacting future research integrity and trust.

  13. COMMENTARY · Forbes — Innovation English(EN) ·

    Your Website Is Decaying Consumer Intent Faster Than You Think

    The traditional website funnel is decaying as AI-mediated discovery fundamentally alters consumer behavior. Consumers now use AI tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity to conduct research and comparisons before visiting a brand's website, meaning they arrive with high intent to complete a purchase rather than begin research. Websites must now focus on confirming the information provided by AI, as a failure to do so leads to immediate trust breaks and lost conversions. AI

    Your Website Is Decaying Consumer Intent Faster Than You Think

    IMPACT AI-driven discovery is fundamentally changing consumer journeys, requiring businesses to adapt their websites to meet high-intent users who have already completed research via AI tools.

  14. COMMENTARY · Fortune English(EN) ·

    CEOs are handing out AI tokens like paychecks—and figuring out how to justify the spend

    CEOs are increasingly distributing AI tokens to employees, akin to bonuses, to encourage adoption and track usage. This practice, termed 'tokenomics,' is prompting leaders to evaluate AI spend against human capital and productivity gains. Some executives are using token consumption as a metric for AI fluency, while others express concerns about cost efficiency and the need for responsible AI deployment. AI

    CEOs are handing out AI tokens like paychecks—and figuring out how to justify the spend

    IMPACT Discusses how companies are managing AI compute costs and measuring AI adoption through token usage, impacting operational strategies.

  15. COMMENTARY · Mastodon — mastodon.social Čeština(CS) ·

    Search Engines in 2026 After 10 years, I changed my search engine. On this occasion, I wrote a bit about where search has gone in my eyes over those 10 years.

    The author has switched search engines after a decade, moving from DuckDuckGo back to Google, driven by changes in search technology. Over the past ten years, search engines, particularly Google, have suffered from "enshittification," characterized by an overload of SEO spam and advertisements that obscure relevant results. The rise of AI in search has further disrupted the traditional web model, where AI-powered engines provide direct answers rather than links, diminishing traffic to content creators. Google's proposed "token auction" model for AI search raises concerns about the trustworthiness of AI-generated responses. AI

    Search Engines in 2026 After 10 years, I changed my search engine. On this occasion, I wrote a bit about where search has gone in my eyes over those 10 years.

    IMPACT AI's integration into search engines is fundamentally altering the web's economic model, potentially reducing traffic to content creators and raising concerns about the neutrality of AI-generated answers.

  16. COMMENTARY · dev.to — LLM tag English(EN) · · [2 sources]

    llms.txt and the Quiet Pact Between Sites and Crawlers

    Anna's Archive has introduced an `llms.txt` file to guide AI crawlers away from its main website and towards bulk data endpoints. This initiative aims to reduce server strain from CAPTCHA-breaking bots and potentially generate revenue through enterprise-tier data access. The convention, inspired by `robots.txt`, is being adopted by other sites to provide curated content indexes or simple instructions for LLMs, though it lacks enforcement mechanisms. AI

    IMPACT Establishes a new convention for AI crawlers to interact with websites, potentially improving data access and reducing scraping friction.

  17. COMMENTARY · Mastodon — sigmoid.social English(EN) ·

    The Disclosure: UFO Dumps, David Grusch, and the Pastor’s Secret Meeting https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EsAeL4LNfCMDztOO7BtXw?si=c9wSeaZ_S-OO4K2I8xykqQ Durat

    A podcast episode discusses a massive release of UFO-related files and the subsequent lack of mainstream media coverage. The hosts analyze whistleblower claims from David Grusch and Luis Elizondo, alongside reports of a secret meeting between government officials and evangelical pastors concerning non-human intelligence. The conversation also touches on the ethics of government control over information and draws parallels between the AI arms race and the Manhattan Project, emphasizing human agency in the face of rapidly advancing technology. AI

    IMPACT Explores AI's role in information management and compares its development to the atomic bomb, raising questions about human agency.

  18. COMMENTARY · Forbes — Innovation English(EN) · · [15 sources]

    Overcoming Situational Depression Via Generative AI Including Tapping Into ChatGPT

    Generative AI, including models like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude, is increasingly being explored for mental health support, particularly for situational depression. While these tools offer accessible, 24/7 assistance, they are not a replacement for human therapists and carry risks of dispensing inappropriate advice. Concurrently, the technical underpinnings of AI agents are being scrutinized, focusing on how they process information, potential biases, and the mechanisms behind brand mentions in their outputs. Developers are advised to understand core AI concepts like LLMs, tokens, and RAG before building agent frameworks, while new infrastructure is emerging to enable AI agents to interact with regulated financial markets. AI

    Overcoming Situational Depression Via Generative AI Including Tapping Into ChatGPT

    IMPACT Explores diverse applications of AI agents and LLMs, from mental health support to financial trading, highlighting technical considerations and potential risks.

  19. COMMENTARY · Mastodon — mastodon.social English(EN) ·

    Opinion: How AI Is Reshaping the Global Image of Nations https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://timesca. com/how-ai-is-reshaping-the-global-image-of-nations/

    Artificial intelligence is fundamentally altering how nations project their global image and compete for influence. Countries are increasingly recognizing that the data and content used to train AI models directly shape international perceptions. Nations like Israel, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia are investing in campaigns and AI infrastructure to ensure favorable representation in AI-generated responses, moving beyond traditional economic and geopolitical factors. AI

    Opinion: How AI Is Reshaping the Global Image of Nations https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://timesca. com/how-ai-is-reshaping-the-global-image-of-nations/

    IMPACT Nations must now strategically manage their digital presence and data to influence AI-driven global perceptions and economic competitiveness.

  20. TOOL · X — Perplexity English(EN) · · [3 sources]

    We've productionized query-aware compression for faster, cleaner, more-accurate search.

    Perplexity has developed a new method for Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) that prioritizes query-aware context compression. This approach significantly reduces the amount of text processed by cutting context tokens by up to 70%, while simultaneously improving answer quality and reducing noise. The company claims this leads to a 63% increase in vital content per snippet and maintains frontier-level performance with a 50x compression ratio on SimpleQA. AI

    We've productionized query-aware compression for faster, cleaner, more-accurate search.

    IMPACT Perplexity's new RAG technique could lead to more efficient and accurate AI-powered search experiences.

  21. TOOL · X — Perplexity English(EN) ·

    Rho cut weekly meeting time by 90% with Perplexity Computer.

    Perplexity's AI-powered "Computer" tool has significantly reduced meeting times for the company Rho by 90%. This tool streamlines workflows by monitoring various platforms like Slack, Notion, and Jira, flagging essential updates and missing tasks. Over a 12-week project, Rho reported saving approximately 120 work hours through its use. AI

    IMPACT This demonstrates how AI tools can improve productivity and efficiency in a business setting.

  22. TOOL · X — Perplexity English(EN) · · [2 sources]

    Computer now connects to Snowflake.

    Perplexity has introduced new capabilities allowing users to connect directly to their Snowflake data warehouses. This integration enables the creation of custom dashboards and automated workflows for analyzing various business metrics, including pipeline performance, product usage, and customer segmentation. The feature aims to provide users with on-demand, accurate insights from live company data, functioning akin to a personal data science team. AI

    IMPACT Enhances data analysis capabilities for businesses using AI tools.

  23. TOOL · X — Perplexity English(EN) · · [2 sources]

    Computer is secure by default. Every task runs in its own hardware-isolated sandbox with VPC-level storage and compute separation.

    Perplexity has enhanced its AI search engine with new security features for its 'Computer' functionality. These updates include parallel scanning of external content by ML classifiers and a BrowseSafe model before agents execute tasks. Additionally, file connector data is encrypted, and uploaded files are automatically deleted after seven days, with all tasks running in hardware-isolated sandboxes. AI

    Computer is secure by default. Every task runs in its own hardware-isolated sandbox with VPC-level storage and compute separation.

    IMPACT Enhances user trust and data privacy for AI-powered search tools, potentially encouraging wider adoption.

  24. RESEARCH · X — Perplexity English(EN) · · [4 sources]

    We published new research on how we serve post-trained Qwen3 235B models on NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 Blackwell racks.

    Perplexity has published research detailing how they serve large language models, specifically Qwen3 235B, on NVIDIA's GB200 NVL72 Blackwell racks. The findings indicate that the GB200 platform offers significant improvements over previous NVIDIA hardware for large-model inference, boasting reduced latency and higher throughput. This research highlights the GB200's capabilities for both training and high-throughput inference, particularly for Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) models. AI

    We published new research on how we serve post-trained Qwen3 235B models on NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 Blackwell racks.

    IMPACT NVIDIA's GB200 Blackwell platform shows significant gains in LLM inference speed and cost-efficiency, potentially accelerating deployment of large models.

  25. MEME · Mastodon — mastodon.social English(EN) · · [5 sources]

    www.tumblr.com/climatejusti... #ai #humanrights #climatejustice #corruption #education #civilresistance #rightsofnature #llewelynpritchard #perplexity #trumpsco

    Social media posts from Mastodon and Bluesky are circulating, advocating for climate justice and political action. The posts use hashtags related to AI, human rights, and corruption, linking to external content on Tumblr and other platforms. They encourage engagement with specific political figures and movements, emphasizing the urgency of environmental and democratic concerns. AI

  26. TOOL · Mastodon — sigmoid.social 한국어(KO) · · [4 sources]

    Tweet about testing if Gemma 4 is up to 6x faster. This post could attract attention to AI model updates or benchmarks by mentioning the potential for new model performance improvements. https://x.com/ivanf

    Perplexity has launched a specialized AI tool for financial analysts, integrating premium data sources like Morningstar and PitchBook. Separately, a new robotics AI approach called AINA, utilizing Meta's Aria Gen 2 glasses, enables learning and application of multi-finger robotic policies without simulations. Additionally, MTPLX has resolved memory issues, allowing for testing of its coding agent, and there's a discussion about testing Gemma 4 for potential performance gains. AI

    Tweet about testing if Gemma 4 is up to 6x faster. This post could attract attention to AI model updates or benchmarks by mentioning the potential for new model performance improvements. https://x.com/ivanf

    IMPACT This cluster highlights diverse AI applications, from specialized financial analysis tools to advancements in robotics and coding agents, indicating broad industry progress.

  27. TOOL · Forbes — Innovation English(EN) · · [4 sources]

    Samsung One UI 8.5 Release: Millions Get New Galaxy Features Today

    Samsung has begun the global rollout of its One UI 8.5 operating system update, built on Android 16. The update brings a refreshed design with new customization options and AI-powered features like enhanced Photo Assist and Audio Eraser. However, access to the most advanced AI tools is limited to newer Galaxy S and foldable phones released after 2024, while older models like the S23 series will receive a less feature-rich version, primarily focusing on an improved Bixby powered by Perplexity. AI

    Samsung One UI 8.5 Release: Millions Get New Galaxy Features Today

    IMPACT Enhances user experience with AI tools on select devices, but limits advanced features to newer models.

  28. COMMENTARY · Replit blog English(EN) · · [2 sources]

    The Best AI Tools for Product Managers in 2026

    AI tools are increasingly transforming product management by operating on two distinct layers: productivity and expanded capabilities. Writing and research tools like Claude, Notion AI, and Perplexity assist in drafting documents, summarizing feedback, and identifying patterns. Roadmapping platforms such as Productboard and Linear leverage AI for tasks like clustering feedback and generating stakeholder updates. A new category of tools, exemplified by Replit Agent, enables product managers to move from intent to functional prototypes more directly, bridging the gap between ideas and working software. AI

    The Best AI Tools for Product Managers in 2026

    IMPACT AI tools are streamlining product management workflows, from drafting documents to prototyping, potentially increasing efficiency and innovation.

  29. SIGNIFICANT · Hacker News — AI stories ≥50 points English(EN) · · [3 sources]

    Your CEO is suffering from AI psychosis

    The AI development landscape has shifted dramatically, with coding agents now capable of sustained, long-horizon tasks, a change noted by Andrej Karpathy since December 2025. This has led to new products like Perplexity Computer, an orchestration-first agent system, and advancements in tools like OpenAI's GPT-5.3-Codex and GitHub Copilot CLI. However, this rapid progress has also fueled a "productivity panic" and a form of "AI psychosis" among executives and VCs, who are investing heavily in agentic workflows and tools that may not yield measurable value. AI

    Your CEO is suffering from AI psychosis

    IMPACT AI coding agents are reaching new levels of capability, driving both innovation in developer tools and a concerning trend of executive "AI psychosis."

  30. TOOL · Replit blog English(EN) ·

    Announcing Replit Core - The Essential Membership for Builders

    Replit has launched Replit Core, a new membership plan designed to offer an integrated developer experience. The plan includes advanced AI coding assistance powered by GPT-4, an upgraded cloud development environment with enhanced compute resources and security features, and one-click deployments with on-demand scaling. Additionally, Replit Core provides priority support, access to community events, and partner perks such as a Perplexity Pro subscription and Neon PostgreSQL integration. AI

    Announcing Replit Core - The Essential Membership for Builders

    IMPACT Enhances developer productivity with integrated AI coding assistance and provides robust cloud infrastructure for building and deploying applications.