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News•Feb 8, 2026
GitHub Agentic Workflows
GitHub Agentic Workflows let developers describe repository automation in plain‑language markdown, which the `gh aw` CLI compiles into secure GitHub Actions workflows. The system runs AI agents—such as Copilot or Claude—in isolated containers to perform tasks like issue triage, documentation updates, and CI diagnostics. By default workflows have read‑only permissions, and any write operation must be approved through predefined safe‑outputs. This security‑first design enables continuous, low‑maintenance repo improvements without exposing the codebase to unrestricted AI actions.
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News•Feb 8, 2026
Vouch
Vouch introduces an explicit trust‑management layer for open‑source projects, letting maintainers vouch for or denounce contributors through GitHub issues, discussions, or a CLI. Unvouched users are blocked from contributing, while denounced users can be globally excluded. The system stores trust...
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News•Feb 7, 2026
Software Engineering Is Back
Since December 2025, AI‑driven coding agents have enabled end‑to‑end automated programming, allowing developers to generate production‑ready code without manual typing. The author argues this shift eliminates the need for heavyweight frameworks and boilerplate, returning engineers to pure architectural work. By...
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News•Feb 6, 2026
Show HN: I Spent 4 Years Building a UI Design Tool with only the Features I Use
Vecti, a browser‑based UI design platform, launched after four years of development, offering real‑time collaborative editing and a high‑performance rendering engine. The tool provides a free tier with no credit‑card requirement, student discounts, and plans priced up to 20% cheaper...
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News•Feb 6, 2026
I Spent 5 Years in DevOps – Solutions Engineering Gave Me What I Was Missing
After five years as a DevSecOps engineer at large financial firms, the author left the repetitive, isolated role for a Solutions Engineer position at Infisical. The new role replaces daily ticket queues with varied customer engagements across fintech, aerospace, healthcare,...
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Deals•Feb 2, 2026
SpaceX Acquires xAI to Build Space‑Based AI Engine
SpaceX announced it has acquired xAI, aiming to combine AI capabilities with its rockets and satellite network to create a vertically‑integrated innovation engine. The acquisition will enable space‑based data centers and accelerate humanity’s multi‑planetary future.
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Deals•Jan 27, 2026
Sovereign Tech Fund Invests €377,300 in Scala
The Sovereign Tech Fund announced a €377,300 investment in the Scala programming language to bolster its security, maintenance, and developer experience over a two‑year period. Coordinated by the Scala Center, the funding will support a security audit, enhancements to the...
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Deals•Jan 23, 2026
EquipmentShare Goes Public via IPO
EquipmentShare, the construction equipment rental and management platform founded in 2015, announced its initial public offering on January 23, 2026, marking its transition from a YC‑backed startup to a publicly traded company. The IPO underscores the firm’s growth and its...
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Deals•Jan 22, 2026
Capital One to Acquire Fintech Firm Brex for $5.15B
Capital One Financial announced it will acquire fintech company Brex in a cash‑and‑stock transaction valued at $5.15 billion. The deal, expected to close in mid‑2026, will give Capital One greater exposure to corporate cards and expense‑management software. Brex CEO Pedro Franceschi...
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Deals•Jan 21, 2026
Kyndryl to Acquire Dutch Cloud Provider Solvinity, Raising Data Security Concerns
American IT services firm Kyndryl announced its pending acquisition of Dutch cloud and infrastructure provider Solvinity, which hosts the DigiD digital identification platform. Dutch parliamentarians warned the deal could give the U.S. government access to Dutch citizens' data and urged...
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Deals•Jan 20, 2026
Instabridge Acquires Nova Launcher
Swedish connectivity firm Instabridge announced it has acquired the popular Android launcher Nova Launcher. The acquisition aims to keep Nova stable, maintain its customization features, and explore sustainable monetization options while preserving its identity.
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Deals•Jan 5, 2026
RevisionDojo Acquires OnePrep to Expand SAT Prep Offerings
YC-backed test-prep startup RevisionDojo has acquired free SAT-prep platform OnePrep, expanding its product suite. The deal follows allegations of astroturfing and unethical marketing practices by RevisionDojo. Deal value was not disclosed.
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Deals•Dec 29, 2025
Nvidia Takes $5B Stake in Intel Under September Agreement
Nvidia has purchased a $5 billion minority stake in Intel, acquiring about 214.7 million shares at $23.28 per share, as disclosed in a filing on Dec 29, 2025. The deal, first announced in September, provides a financial lifeline for Intel and was cleared by...
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Deals•Dec 29, 2025
Co‑founder Michał Kiciński Acquires GOG From CD PROJEKT
GOG announced that co‑founder Michał Kiciński, also co‑founder of CD PROJEKT, has acquired the platform from CD PROJEKT. The deal aims to keep GOG independent and focused on DRM‑free, long‑term game preservation while allowing CD PROJEKT to concentrate on its core RPG development....
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Deals•Dec 24, 2025
Nvidia to Acquire AI Chip Startup Groq for $20B
Nvidia announced it will acquire Groq, a high‑performance AI accelerator chip designer, for approximately $20 billion in cash. The deal, Nvidia's largest ever, brings Groq's technology and team under the chipmaker as it expands its AI portfolio. The acquisition excludes Groq's...
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