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VOL. I·NO. 01
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2026
  1. 001Hacker NewsOCT · 09English

    A Family Video Game as a Hands-On Lesson in Creating with AI

    A family video game created with AI that teaches game design through hands-on play. Players navigate characters through a platformer inspired by a real road route, collecting items and defeating enemies while unlocking secrets and power-ups. The game features original 8-bit music, sprite art, and multiple playable characters with distinct progression.

    By chefpaolofontan
  2. 002Hacker NewsOCT · 09English

    MapRoulette security incident – October 2026

    MapRoulette discovered multiple security vulnerabilities in October 2026 that exposed user email addresses and OSM access tokens, potentially allowing attackers to impersonate users and edit OpenStreetMap. Maintainer Jake Low took the service offline, revoked compromised credentials, and deployed patches; server logs showed no evidence of exploitation, though the bugs existed for years.

    By Jake-Low
  3. 003Hacker NewsOCT · 08English

    PixieCitie

    PixieCitie is a location in the North Beach area near Union and Stockton streets, featuring an interactive map with weather information and standard navigation controls.

    By gkamradt