- Discussion of ultra-low-cost microcontrollers: the Padauk PMS150C (≈ $0.01) and STM8S003 (≈ $0.10) were highlighted as candidates for minimal “real computer” experiments, with links to open-source SDCC tool-chain examples and tutorials (GitHub repos by rumpeltux, stecman, and ElectroDragon wiki).

- Debate on what constitutes a “real computer”: participants questioned whether $30 Android phones or sub-cent MCUs running an IP stack and OS qualify, underscoring ongoing tension between cost, capability, and openness in transhumanist hardware projects.

- DIY wiki maintenance: a commit to diyhpl.us/diyhpluswiki was pushed to clarify navigation on the main page, reflecting the community’s effort to keep collaborative knowledge bases current.

- AI-generated art showcase: fenn released a gallery of 1,000 AI-created robot paintings with automatically generated thumbnails using the lazygal static-gallery tool, illustrating practical use of generative models for creative output.

- Cryptographic aside: a brief note that MimbleWimble’s privacy model may be misunderstood, hinting at deeper technical concerns relevant to decentralized transhumanist infrastructure.