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Saturday, July 25, 2026
Codeberg Bans Cryptocurrency and LLM-Generated Code Projects
Codeberg, the privacy-focused, not-for-profit open-source code hosting platform, has updated its Acceptable Use Policy to prohibit projects involving cryptocurrency, blockchain tokens, and code primarily generated by large language models. The move places Codeberg among a small number of hosting platforms taking explicit stances on what kinds of projects they will host. Existing non-compliant projects are required to find alternative hosting. The ban covers active cryptocurrency software and repositories whose primary content is LLM-generated code. The decision has sparked debate in the open-source community about whether code forges should apply ideological restrictions to hosted content alongside technical ones.
Hands-Free Mouse Uses Eye Tracking and EMG for Cursor Control
A maker has built an assistive input device that replaces a traditional mouse using eye tracking and electromyography (EMG). The hands-free system uses a camera to track gaze direction for cursor movement, while EMG sensors attached to facial muscles detect intentional contractions to generate click events. The build uses off-the-shelf components and open-source software, keeping costs low and the design reproducible. The creator has published full build documentation and source code. The project demonstrates how accessible maker hardware can produce meaningful assistive technology for people with limited hand or arm mobility, at a fraction of the cost of commercial alternatives.
E-Ink Writing Deck Pairs Typewriter Keys with E-Paper Display
A maker has built a dedicated writing device combining chunky typewriter-inspired mechanical keys with a large e-paper screen, producing a distraction-free word processor with a retro aesthetic. The E-Ink Writing Deck boots instantly, has no wireless connectivity by design, and runs for extended periods between charges thanks to e-paper’s near-zero power consumption at rest. Files transfer via USB or Bluetooth only when the user chooses. Built on a Raspberry Pi running open-source firmware, the creator has shared all design files publicly. The project targets writers who want a single-purpose machine free of notifications, tabs, and internet distractions pulling them away from the page.
AMD Launches Ryzen AI Embedded X100 Processors and Kria AI SoM for Robotics
AMD has announced the Ryzen AI Embedded X100 processor series alongside a new Kria AI System-on-Module and a Physical AI Robotics Developer Platform, targeting edge AI inference, robotics, and industrial automation. The X100 chips include integrated neural processing units for on-device AI workloads. The Kria AI SoM extends the Kria platform used by embedded developers and makers. The Physical AI Robotics Developer Platform pairs the silicon with a ROS2-compatible reference design to accelerate prototyping of autonomous systems. AMD positions the lineup as a direct competitor to NVIDIA’s Jetson family in the growing embedded robotics and edge AI market.
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Raspberry Pi Launches 10-Inch Touch Display 2 with IPS Panel and Multi-Touch
Raspberry Pi has launched the 10-inch Touch Display 2, its largest official touchscreen to date. The display features a 1280×800 resolution IPS panel with support for up to ten simultaneous touch points, connecting via the standard DSI ribbon cable interface. Compatible with all current Raspberry Pi models, the screen attaches using the Display port connector. At substantially larger than the original 7-inch Raspberry Pi Touch Display, it opens new use cases including kiosk terminals, home automation dashboards, media players, and digital signage. Full driver support ships with the current Raspberry Pi OS release, requiring no additional configuration for standard touch input.
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Simply Perfect Clock Uses Raspberry Pi and NTP for Set-and-Forget Timekeeping
Adafruit’s Pi Day blog featured a clean Raspberry Pi clock build that syncs to NTP time servers over the network, removing the need for manual time adjustments or a battery-backed real-time clock. The “Simply Perfect Clock” uses a 1.2-inch four-digit 7-segment display connected via I2C, keeping wiring to a minimum. The assembly fits inside a compact 3D-printed enclosure. Because it pulls the current time from NTP at each boot, it handles daylight saving transitions automatically without user intervention. The creator has shared Python source code and 3D print files, making the project straightforward to reproduce on any network-connected Raspberry Pi.
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Beelink ME Pro 2-Bay NAS Gains Intel Wildcat Lake, 10GbE, and Thunderbolt 4
Beelink has refreshed the ME Pro 2-bay hybrid NAS with Intel Wildcat Lake silicon, adding 10 Gigabit Ethernet and a Thunderbolt 4 port to the compact home-server form factor. The 10GbE interface allows the device to match the speed of a 10-gigabit LAN switch, while Thunderbolt 4 adds high-speed external storage expansion uncommon in the NAS category. The updated model gives up a few M.2 NVMe expansion slots compared to its predecessor to accommodate the new connectivity. For makers running home labs, self-hosted services, or local media servers, the ME Pro’s combination of small footprint, updated silicon, and high-speed networking is notable.
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Top Crowdfunding
Kickstarter / Crowd Supply
1. HeyGears G1 Resin Printer — early bird from $1,999 (Kickstarter, launched Jul 23)
2. Open Book Touch — open e-reader, $149 (Crowd Supply)
3. None verified this week
GitHub Trending
Makers & Hardware
1. FreeCAD/FreeCAD — 175★ this week (open-source 3D CAD)
2. Next-Flip/Momentum-Firmware — 114★ this week (Flipper Zero alt firmware)
3. ExpressLRS/ExpressLRS — 73★ this week (open-source RC link system)
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