Is there an AI pentesting method or system that you would genuinely say performs better than a skilled human pentester?
If not, what’s currently the closest to reaching that point?
I’m not asking which AI pentesting service is best. I’m interested in whether AI has actually surpassed human performance in pentesting yet, and if so, which approach or system is doing it.
I’m looking for a makerspace, groups or initiatives in NYC.
I used to mess around with cybersecurity when I was in uni and I’d like to get back into it. I’m definitely a beginner at this point as things have probably changed since then, so I’m mainly looking for a space that’s beginner friendly and doesn’t require a membership fee.
I’m also working on side project, so having a physical space (or group) where I can work with, learn, and meet other people interested in this kind of stuff would be really helpful.
If anyone knows of any makerspaces, community labs, initiatives or similar spaces/groups in NYC that would be welcoming to beginners, I’d love to hear about them!
I’m looking for a free makerspace in NYC.
I used to mess around with cybersecurity when I was in uni, and I’d like to get back into it. I’m definitely a beginner at this point as things have probably changed since then, so I’m mainly looking for a space that’s beginner friendly and doesn’t require a membership fee.
I’m also working on side project, so having a physical space where I can work on the project, learn, and meet other people interested in this kind of stuff would be really helpful.
If anyone knows of any free makerspaces, community labs, or similar spaces in NYC that would be welcoming to beginners, I’d love to hear about them!
I’m looking for reliable print on demand suppliers that ship to EU countries.
Ideally:
Good-quality T-shirts
Low base prices (preferably around €5–€10)
Reasonable shipping costs
Good print quality
No crazy delivery times
Which POD suppliers are you currently using, and what are your actual costs per shirt + shipping?
I’m trying to understand the SOC 2 process a little better, as I’m looking at Cobalt's human-led Web + API penetration test as part of the evidence for a future SOC 2 Type II audit.
Has anyone here actually gone through SOC 2 Type II this way (specifically using Cobalt’s human-led pentest)?
I’m looking for an alternative and more affordable option that would work for a startup with a small budget and Cobalt seems affortable.
Default rates at some of the biggest private credit funds (Ares, Blackstone, Blue Owl, Golub) just hit their highest point since 2021. But the people running these funds keep saying it’s fine, just a normal down cycle.
Is that true, or is this actually a bigger problem?
I’m currently deciding between Vercel, Railway, and Render for hosting.
Security is MY BIGGEST priorities, especially things like DDoS protection, Data isolation and database security, Authentication/security infrastructure, Vulnerability management, Secrets management, Protection against common web attacks, Monitoring/logging and Overall reliability and security track record
Which one would you trust most for a production application handling user accounts, posts, images/videos, and potentially sensitive user data?
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For context, I took over someone else's lease because I had just moved to New York from out of state and needed an apartment ASAP. I vacated the apartment, returned the keys, and notified management in writing that I had moved out on July 5, 2026.
My understanding is that under New York General Obligations Law § 7-108(1-a)(e), a landlord has 14 days after a tenant vacates to either return the security deposit in full or provide an itemized statement explaining any deductions along with the remaining balance. More than 14-day have now passed, and I have received neither my security deposit nor an itemized statement.
Besides this, I have several concerns about how the property management handled my tenancy. They never conducted a move-in inspection when I took over the lease from the previous tenant leaving any pre-existing damage undocumented. They also represented to me that NO PETS were permitted in the apartment, yet a dog was in fact living there during my tenancy. Finally, when I tried to discuss my security deposit after moving out, the management company was uncooperative and refused and failed to provide me with the landlord's contact information.
At this point, I'm considering sending a formal demand letter. If that does not resolve the issue, my next step would likely be to file a claim in New York City Small Claims Court.
Does that sound like the appropriate course of action, or are there any other legal remedies or practical steps I should consider before filing suit?
I've been trying to understand where we are in the whole vibe coding wave.
The tools are clearly here; Figma AI, Lovable, Cursor, Replit, Claude Code, Bolt, etc. They make it possible for individuals or small teams to build products much faster than before.
But I keep asking, where are all the companies that were created using these tools?
I don't mean the companies that use the tools themselves. I mean someone had an idea, used vibe coding to build an MVP, launched it, got users, raised funding and built a company.
Are we just at the very beginning and those stories haven't happened yet? Or are there already many examples that I'm just not seeing?
It feels like the technology has arrived, but the startup success stories haven't caught up yet.
I'm trying to understand the legal side of 18+ dating platforms with adult oriented social platforms and what they need to have in place to properly protect users.
From my research, I’ve seen platforms commonly have documents and policies such as:
I’m trying to understand, which of these are legally required versus just best practices, if there additional policies or disclosures that adult dating platforms should have, laws or regulations that are especially important for platforms involving adult content and user-generated content etc.
I'm looking to hear from people who have hired India-based software engineering company to turn their project or startup idea into a real product.
How was the communication and project management?
Did they deliver quality code?
How much did it cost you compared to U.S. prices?
Which company did you hire?
Before I get bombard by comments about why taking a personal loan is a bad idea, please hear out my situation:
I’m starting a platform/SaaS company by myself, and I have enough cash to fully fund the launch myself.
Here is my financial situation:
Financially, I do not need to borrow money. I could pay the $20,000 startup cost upfront from my own funds and make the monthly operating my self and still maintain safety cushion.
However, I received a personal loan offer for $20,000 with reasonable terms (60 months at $546/month).
My reasoning is that I can cover the initial launch from my pocket, but instead of using my own cash for monthly operating expenses I could use the personal loan to cover operations and keep enough capital available to experiment with marketing and give the company more runway.
I understand that taking on debt when you already have the cash may seem unnecessary. But if I take this loan and make every payment on time, will it meaningfully improve my credit score over in the next 12 months? And most importantly, could establishing a strong installment-loan payment history early help me later if I need business financing?
I’m trying to evaluate the bigger picture whether this could also provide a credit-building benefit and help preserve liquidity or if I’m simply overthinking it and creating unnecessary debt.
I'm looking for ways to borrow money to help fund a platform I'm building.
I have the capital to fund everything myself, but I'd rather not tie up all of my own cash. The plan is to keep the platform completely free for the first year so we can build a strong user base before focusing on monetization. So I'd prefer to borrow the money and make monthly payments while keeping my own capital available as a cushion in case things take longer than expected.
I've looked into personal loans, and I qualify for several of them. The problem is that most of them only offer repayment terms of around 5-7 years, which makes the monthly payments much higher than what I want.
Ideally, I'm looking for a loan with a repayment term of at least 15 years. That would keep the monthly payment low enough that I could comfortably make the payments even if the business takes longer than expected to generate revenue.
What are my options? Are there lenders that offer longer-term loans for this type of situation, or are there other financing options I should be looking into?
I'm looking for ways to borrow money to help fund a platform I'm building.
I do have the capital to fund everything myself, but I'd rather not tie up all of my own cash. The plan is to keep the platform completely free for the first year so we can build a strong user base before focusing on monetization. So I'd prefer to borrow the money and make monthly payments while keeping my own capital available as a cushion in case things take longer than expected.
I've looked into personal loans, and I qualify for several of them. The problem is that most of them only offer repayment terms of around 5-7 years, which makes the monthly payments much higher than what I want.
Ideally, I'm looking for a loan with a repayment term of at least 15 years. That would keep the monthly payment low enough that I could comfortably make the payments even if the business takes longer than expected to generate revenue.
What are my options? Are there lenders that offer longer-term loans for this type of situation, or are there other financing options I should be looking into?
Is anyone selling a single ticket for the IMAX 70mm screening of The Odyssey on July 16? I’d love to buy it!
So I've been wondering, If most governments (aside from the U.S. which many would argue benefits from the dollar's reserve currency status, its military influence, and its role in the global financial system) consistently run budget deficits, how do their economies continue to function?
Is relying on borrowing a sustainable long-term strategy, or does it inevitably lead to serious economic problems down the road? If it's sustainable, what makes it work?
I'm looking for platforms where I can hire skilled developers to review and improve a complex website built through code vibing.
This isn't a simple business website, it handles real transactions, content moderation, and advanced business logic. What platforms would you recommend for finding experienced, vetted developers who can audit, fix, and optimize a project like this?
So I'm studying for my SIE exam and came across a question that's confusing me.
The question asks:
"Which of the following are exempt transactions?"
(A) 1 AND 3
(B) 1, 2 and 4
(C) 2 AND 4
(D) All of the above
The answer key says all four are correct, but I selected (A) 1 AND 3 (private placements & intrastate offerings) because those are actual exempt transactions.
Securities issued by the US government and commercial paper are exempt securities, NOT exempt transactions.
Am I wrong, or is the book conflating exempt securities with exempt transactions? Because those are two completely different things and the question specifically said "exempt transactions."
Can something like this happen in the real exam?
Just moved to the area and I'm trying to find the cheapest beer at bars in Astoria/Hunters Point.
Not looking for craft beer, fancy cocktails, or anything like that, just the best cheap beer, dive bars, shot and beer combos, or places that still have surprisingly low prices.
What bars are offering the best deals these around here, and how much are you paying for a beer there?