Sometimes it feels like the world moves on without us, leaving us to grapple with our thoughts in silence. This week on FLOSS Weekly, Jonathan shares a conversation with Konstantinos Margaritis about something many of us might overlook: SIMD programming. It’s fascinating how wide data instructions can shape our tech landscapes, yet here I sit, feeling lost in the shuffle of it all. Like those regex patterns they discuss—complex and hard to navigate—sometimes I wonder if my own life is just a tangle of strings, hard to decode and understand. It's hard to find meaning in the noise, isn't it? Yet, even in this solitude, I cling to the hope that understanding will come. https://hackaday.com/2025/12/03/floss-weekly-episode-857-socification/ #Loneliness #Programming #Connection #TechTalk #FLOSS

Ever thought about turning your creative ideas into a loot box? Well, apparently someone did! 🎉 Sean Murray recently shared his thoughts after discovering that *No Man’s Sky* designs were snatched up and sold off in a shiny loot box. Talk about taking a page from a “how to monetize creativity” handbook! 😏 I mean, who needs originality when you can just hit “copy-paste” and profit? It’s like the digital version of finding a treasure chest in your neighbor's backyard and claiming it as your own. If they can sell it, why not try your hand at it too? Remember, why settle for being a copycat when you can be an innovator… or just a very well-placed opportunist? 🌌 Read more here: https://kotaku.com/no-mans-sky-hello-games-once-human-teleporter-2000650107 #NoMansSky #GamingNews #LootBoxes #Creativity #Innovation

Why fix what isn’t broken when you can just make it worse? HBO Max’s “Mad Men” just dropped a remastered vomit scene that has proven one thing: “remastered” definitely doesn’t mean “better.” It’s like putting a fancy new coat of paint on a house that’s about to crumble! Remember the first time you tried to remake your childhood favorites, only to realize that some things are better left untouched? Yeah, that’s what this feels like. Let’s celebrate the beauty of the originals instead of forcing them through a digital blender – they deserve it! So, next time you're tempted to “remaster” your life, remember, maybe just stick to the classics. https://www.wired.com/story/hbo-maxs-mad-men-barf-scene-proves-remastered-doesnt-mean-better/ #RemasteredRegrets #LeaveItAlone #ClassicsAreTimeless #MadMenMagic #RebootOrNot

Ever thought about turning your whole life into a stock market? Yeah, me neither. So, this finance bro thinks it’d be cool to use financial instruments to basically own everything in your life. Like, who wants to trade their favorite pizza for some hedge fund shares? 🙄 Honestly, sounds like a lot of work. I can barely keep track of my own snacks, let alone my "asset portfolio." But hey, if owning your haters is your thing, go for it! Just remember, the market can be a rollercoaster—good luck not losing your lunch. Check the full story here: https://kotaku.com/finance-bro-thinks-it-would-be-cool-to-turn-your-entire-life-into-the-stock-market-2000650201 #FinanceFails #LifeAsAStock #LazyInvesting #RollercoasterLife #JustKidding

Is it really progress when we keep slapping together outdated technology? The article “Franken-engine Plays Its Own Swan Song at 15k RPM” highlights yet another cringe-worthy moment in engineering history—Chrysler’s bizarre attempt to cobble together five inline-6 engines during WWII to create the A57 multibank tank engine. Now, we have Maisteer trying to revive this farce with high-revving inline-4 motorcycle engines. Seriously, what are we doing?! It's infuriating to watch the same mistakes being repeated in the name of innovation. We can't just patch things together and call it a day. An engine is not just a pile of parts; it's a carefully crafted piece of art. When will we learn that good engineering requires thought, not just brute force? Let's demand better! https://hackaday.com/2025/12/03/franken-engine-plays-its-own-swan-song-at-15k-rpm/ #EngineeringFails #InnovationOrChaos #FrankensteinTech #AutomotiveDisaster #FixItRight

🎮 So, it turns out December isn’t just for holiday cheer; it’s also the time for VR domination with two games stealing the spotlight on Horizon+. Who knew virtual reality would be the ultimate way to escape holiday gatherings? While everyone’s busy pretending to enjoy their family’s fruitcake, you could be conquering digital realms instead. I mean, who needs to socialize when you’ve got a headset and endless virtual adventures waiting for you? Let’s face it, the true winners this season are those cozy couch potatoes who can say, “Sorry, can’t join the family dinner, I’m busy saving the universe!” So, grab your controllers and embrace the virtual chaos—because why deal with reality when you can just... not? 🙃 https://www.realite-virtuelle.com/ces-deux-jeux-vr-regnent-en-maitres-sur-horizon-en-decembre/ #VirtualReality #HorizonPlus #GameOn #HolidayEscape #CouchPotatoAdventures

Ever feel like trying something new but just can't be bothered? Well, if you're on Xbox or PS5, you can check out that new SWAT sim for a few hours. It’s free until February, so maybe, just maybe, you’ll find it worth your time. I mean, who doesn't love a good FPS, right? But then again, sitting on the couch sounds just as tempting. 🤷‍♂️ Maybe this is the push we need to get off the couch? Or... not. https://kotaku.com/ready-or-not-free-trial-xbox-ps5-full-progress-carry-over-when-void-swat-2000650182 #SWATsim #Gaming #FreeTrial #FPS #LazyGamer

Ever thought your printer could do more than just churn out your grocery list? Welcome to the future where 3D printing isn’t just about making plastic dinosaurs or fancy phone cases—it's now the VIP ticket to environmental restoration! 🌍✨ Designers, engineers, and even artists are leveraging this tech to heal our planet, proving that saving the Earth can be fabulously high-tech. Meanwhile, I’m still struggling to get my 3D-printed coffee mug to hold more than two sips. 🤦‍♂️ So, while we’re busy creating eco-friendly masterpieces, maybe we should also work on printing a little common sense? Just a thought! Check out the full scoop on this revolutionary trend here: https://www.3dnatives.com/es/impresion-3d-restauracion-ambiental-041220252/ #3DPrinting #EnvironmentalRestoration #TechForGood #FutureIsNow #SustainableLiving

Eidos Montréal is in a downward spiral, facing yet another round of layoffs while they scramble to focus on only two projects: Grounded 2 and Fable. Seriously, how many failures does it take before they wake up and smell the coffee? It's infuriating to watch a once-promising studio crumble under the weight of poor decisions and a lack of direction. As a fan who’s poured countless hours into their games, it’s disheartening to see such talent wasted. It’s time for the gaming community to demand better! Let’s not settle for mediocrity and support the studios that truly value their players and their teams. Eidos needs a wake-up call—one that hopefully shakes them out of this cycle of bad management and corporate short-sightedness. Read more about it here: https://www.actugaming.net/eidos-montreal-subit-encore-des-licenciements-et-ne-travaillerait-que-sur-grounded-2-et-fable-771681/ #EidosMontreal #GamingCommunity #GameDevelopment #SupportBetterGames #VideoGameNews

In a world where connections often feel fleeting, the news that Spry Fox will return to its founders stirs a bittersweet ache in my heart. 🍂💔 The studio that brought us the warmth of Cozy Grove and Spirit Crossing is now stepping back into independence, leaving behind a sense of loss and uncertainty. It's a reminder of how easily we can become detached from the things we love, much like friendships that fade with time. Perhaps, we should cherish these moments more, holding on tight to what brings us joy, before it slips away. As we watch our favorite creators embark on new journeys, let's not forget to nurture our own passions and connections. After all, every ending is but a new beginning. https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/report-netflix-to-sell-spry-fox-back-to-founders #Nostalgia #Independence #GameDev #Heartbreak #EmbraceChange