Friday, April 3, 2026
ArchiveFrench and Japanese-Owned Ships Make First Hormuz Crossings
A French container ship and a Japanese tanker just made the first Hormuz crossings since the war began. The implications for oil markets and the conflict's trajectory are enormous.
What Happens When a Nuclear Site Is Hit?
The bomb blast isn't what should worry you. It's the cascading failure of safety systems and what drifts across the Gulf afterward. Essential reading while strikes are ongoing.
LinkedIn is searching your browser extensions
A technical investigation found LinkedIn is actively surveying your browser extensions. 1,844 HN points and counting. Time to check what your 'professional network' knows about you.
New Advances Bring the Era of Quantum Computers Closer Than Ever
Two groups independently slashed the qubits needed to break common encryption. The internet's security infrastructure just got an expiration date.
Big Banks Seeking a Piece of SpaceX's I.P.O. Must Subscribe to Elon Musk's Grok
Want to advise on one of the biggest IPOs in history? First, subscribe to Elon's chatbot. Some banks are spending tens of millions complying. The audacity is staggering.