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Researchers were able to use lasers to silently "speak" commands to smart speakers and smartphones from up to 164 feet away. Even more interesting: the researchers don't actually know why the method works. via kottke.org

Slate compiled 36 pieces of code that changed the world, like the code behind the first moon landing and Bitcoin.

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Netflix’s “Abstract: The Art of Design” returns for a second season on September 25th with episodes featuring Olafur Eliasson, Neri Oxman, Jonathan Hoefler, Ruth E Carter, Ian Spalter, and Cas Holman.

LastPass released an update to fix a security flaw that could have exposed user credentials in Chrome and Opera browser extensions. via ZDNet

This page recommends a variety of resources, including a podcast episode aggregator, free stock photo websites, and The 1619 Project.

Recomendo Issue No. 161 has privacy tips as well as recommendations for online resources and everyday items. via Cool Tools

You can potentially earn 125,000 Membership Rewards points with this Amex Platinum offer. The offer also includes 10x points at US gas stations and US supermarkets for the first six months. via Miles to Memories

This issue of the Cool Tools newsletter recommends an Indian action movie, an ebook publisher, drawer organizers, and more.

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Industry publication Ad Age reports on recession fears, Gary Vee publicly shaming an intern, and William Shatner starring in a cryptocurrency ad. via Ad Age

This project uses EL wire and 3D printing to create a replica of a neon sign. via Hackaday

This issue of Cool Tools recommends resources and products including early-access font website Future Fonts, Google Maps Terrain view, and the Gottman Card Decks app. via Cool Tools.