Curated 2025-4-4 | Original Microsoft Source Code, Tariffs, Nintendo Switch 2

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News

Stocks just had their worst day in nearly 5 years

More than $1 trillion of yesterday’s losses came from the Mag 7 after Tuesday’s tariff reveal.

Bill Gates Has Published the Original Microsoft Source Code

If you want to see the original source code that started Microsoft, Bill Gates is now sharing it.

Intel and TSMC are reportedly launching a joint chipmaking venture

The two firms are said to have reached a tentative agreement to create a joint venture that will operate Intel’s chipmaking facilities, according to The Information. TSMC will have a 20% stake in the new venture.

The Effects of Tariffs: How the Machine Works

Ray Dalio’s perspective on tariffs.

The Nintendo Switch 2 arrives on June 5th for $449.99

Nintendo is finally sharing some real details about its next console.

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Reads

Microsoft turns 50: 4 employees recall their early years

As Microsoft turns 50, four longtime employees share memories of its early days — from working in small, scrappy teams to watching the company grow into a tech giant. They recall a culture of curiosity, long hours, and the thrill of building something new. The piece highlights how fast the company evolved, and how those early experiences shaped both careers and friendships.

Your TV is watching you

Roku, Amazon, and practically every company in the streaming business are inventing new ways to make money off your data.

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