Category Archives: Resources & Culture

Your exclusive library of geek knowledge. A carefully curated selection of open-source tools, recommended repositories, and deep dives into the historical milestones of internet culture.

Atari ST Video Codec Developed to Stream 1990s Cutscenes on Vintage Hardware

Discover how a software developer engineered a custom Atari ST video codec to seamlessly stream 1990s MS-DOS cutscenes on 1985 hardware. Continue reading →

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CyberAgents Exchange Launched by Tenable for AI Security Tools

Discover the new CyberAgents Exchange, an open-source registry launched by Tenable at Black Hat USA 2026 to share and deploy AI-powered security tools. Continue reading →

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HTTP 402 Revival: The Ghost Code Activated for AI Machine Commerce

Discover how HTTP 402, a 27-year-old unused web status code, has been officially revived in 2026 as x402 to enable autonomous AI agent payments and machine commerce. Continue reading →

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BornHack Radio 102.8 FM Brings Ephemeral Analog Broadcasts to Hacker Camp

Discover how BornHack Radio operated a purely analog 102.8 FM station at the Danish hacker camp, rejecting internet streaming for ephemeral live broadcasts. Continue reading →

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IBM 604 Vacuum Tube Flip-Flop Module Restored by Hardware Historian

Computer historian Ken Shirriff successfully powers up a vintage TR-3 trigger module from a 1948 IBM 604, showcasing early vacuum tube computing archaeology. Continue reading →

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GenOffice: Genspark Releases Open-Source AI Desktop Office Suite

Discover GenOffice, the new open-source AI desktop office suite released by Genspark, offering local document editing and integrated AI capabilities. Continue reading →

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C-Kermit 11 Released: Iconic Protocol Receives First Update in 15 Years

Discover how the new C-Kermit 11 update modernizes the legendary 45-year-old file transfer protocol for contemporary networks while preserving its rich retro-computing history. Continue reading →

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Open Source Software Security Principles and Practices Released by CISA

CISA has released a new guidance document focusing on open source software security principles, offering actionable strategies for developers and enterprise administrators. Continue reading →

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Jimothy the Raccoon: The Wholesome Internet Curiosity of 2026

Discover how Jimothy the Raccoon captured global attention in 2026, becoming a unifying viral phenomenon and internet culture sensation. Continue reading →

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