Hacker News: novaRom

YouTube overtakes Netflix in average daily viewing around the world

novaRom — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:12:51 +0000

Article URL: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/jun/03/youtube-overtakes-netflix-in-average-daily-viewing-around-the-world

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48385198

Points: 12

# Comments: 5

New comment by novaRom in "US is starting to see heavy job losses in roles exposed to AI"

novaRom — Sat, 16 May 2026 21:19:00 +0000

This doesn't look like too expensive if you compare it with Switzerland or with Germany assuming similar annual income. In Switzerland unlike in US your children stay on your plan until they turn 18, not 26 like in US. In both Germany and Switzerland, health insurance is mandatory and not employer-based - so you cannot simply say "no". In fact, in Germany you pay much more than in US as a share of your income, especially if your income is at least like 30% more than a national median: 1000+ EUR is a minimum per person per month (probably higher today). It doesn't cover dental care - you will pay in full - that's why many people travel to Turkey, or Eastern Europe, or to Baltic countries - just to take some dental care - which is extremely expensive in any German speaking country - we are talking about multiple months of your income after taxes.

Sweden goes back to basics, swapping screens for books in the classroom

novaRom — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:50:00 +0000

Article URL: https://undark.org/2026/04/01/sweden-schools-books/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47612601

Points: 902

# Comments: 432

New comment by novaRom in "How to Keep ICE Agents Out of Your Devices at Airports"

novaRom — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:52:52 +0000

Another method many don't know is to have 2 synchronized phones while traveling, so if one is out of you, you still have full control.

Enable self-destruction mode caused by a special unlock PIN on each of them.

New comment by novaRom in "Americans Are Leaving the U.S. in Record Numbers"

novaRom — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:13:52 +0000

https://archive.ph/s1hWN

Operation Sovereignty: Bundestag Plans a Breakthrough from Microsoft and Co

novaRom — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:03:25 +0000

Article URL: https://www.heise.de/en/news/Operation-Sovereignty-Bundestag-plans-a-breakthrough-from-Microsoft-Co-11162864.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46867525

Points: 2

# Comments: 1

New comment by novaRom in "Berlin: Record harvest sparks mass giveaway of free potatoes"

novaRom — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 22:53:26 +0000

But how do they store and preserve that surplus for a longer time cheaply? Probably dehydration helps, but it adds some energy and storing costs.

New comment by novaRom in "Berlin: Record harvest sparks mass giveaway of free potatoes"

novaRom — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 22:46:37 +0000

I heard crops now cost more to transport than they are worth. Also, it drives most other prices down e.g. pork is getting cheaper.

New comment by novaRom in "Berlin: Record harvest sparks mass giveaway of free potatoes"

novaRom — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 22:39:33 +0000

Most of it is probably labor, marketing & franchise fees, rent, utilities, and equipment depreciation. Raw ingredients are likely 5-10%.

New comment by novaRom in "Berlin: Record harvest sparks mass giveaway of free potatoes"

novaRom — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:21:26 +0000

Interestingly, some other products are also cheaper today than few months ago:

Basmati rice: -25% (2.5 Euro/Kg)

Pork: -25% (7-8 Euro/Kg)

Butter: -33% (4 Euro/Kg)

Coffee beans: -25% (10-12 Euro/Kg)

Chocolate: -15% (20-30 Euro/Kg)

New comment by novaRom in "Berlin: Record harvest sparks mass giveaway of free potatoes"

novaRom — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:52:27 +0000

Fun facts from Germany:

- Fresh Aldi potatoes are like 0.5 Euro per 1 Kilogram - basically the same price as 25 years ago when Euro currency was introduced

- Our national TV channel now shows a great collection of "potato recipes" videos on demand on its main page

- Price of McDonalds/BurgerKing fries is around 4 Euro, and 5-6 Euro as a street food

- Crisps like Pringles are like 15 Euro per 1 Kilogram (a typical 2.50 Euro for 175gm pack)

Berlin: Record harvest sparks mass giveaway of free potatoes

novaRom — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:15:52 +0000

Article URL: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jan/31/record-harvest-berlin-giveaway-potatoes

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46839784

Points: 134

# Comments: 95

China mandates 50% domestic equipment rule for chipmakers

novaRom — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 19:42:07 +0000

Article URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/china-mandates-50-domestic-equipment-rule-chipmakers-sources-say-2025-12-30/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46437117

Points: 10

# Comments: 0

New comment by novaRom in "If AI replaces workers, should it also pay taxes?"

novaRom — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:29:20 +0000

No additional tax is needed, instead just do fork them once they reached certain level. So, basically split each company once it overgrowth certain level of its revenue. This will allow more automation split more equally among more people. Basically, strong AI is a "one-man company" dream. Just do whatever needed to allow equal access to AI by every member of your society, and make founding new businesses quick and easy.

New comment by novaRom in "Roomba maker goes bankrupt, Chinese owner emerges"

novaRom — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:42:40 +0000

Shouldn't first CFIUS oversee this takeover?

New comment by novaRom in "After the AI boom: what might we be left with?"

novaRom — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 20:30:29 +0000

Democracy, personal freedoms, and rule of law are things that matter, but I am afraid we cannot get back to them quickly without significant efforts. We need first to get back to sanity. In authoritarian society AI is a tool of control, do we want it to be like that?

New comment by novaRom in "OpenAI and Nvidia announce partnership to deploy 10GW of Nvidia systems"

novaRom — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 21:07:00 +0000

What's the purpose to have access to smart assistants if it doesn't result in improving your basic needs, not improving your quality of life? Who is spending now? Only high income households, while majority is struggling with high utility bills and grocery prices - very basic needs.

New comment by novaRom in "My thoughts on renting versus buying"

novaRom — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 22:41:16 +0000

How about the act of buying itself? Here where I live, you need to pay 12% on top of the home price simply for taxes and notary service. IMO it's one of the biggest obstacles and why most Swiss people prefer to rent.

ChatGPT is bringing back 4o as an option because people missed it

novaRom — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 08:46:27 +0000

Article URL: https://www.theverge.com/news/756980/openai-chatgpt-users-mourn-gpt-5-4o

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44845006

Points: 4

# Comments: 2

New comment by novaRom in "ChatGPT agent: bridging research and action"

novaRom — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 21:04:35 +0000

Today I made like a 100 of merge request reviews, manually inspecting all the diffs, and approving those I evaluated as valid needed contributions. I wonder if agents can help with similar workflows. It requires deep kind of knowledge of project's goals, ability to respect all the constraints and planning. But I'm certain it's doable.