Reposted by Cin (they/them)Cin's Chainmail Curios @cinscurios.bsky.social · 7hExtended the shoulders a bit so they hang nicer, and added a chain to the front. Still a few things to do but nearly ready for a fitting. 001
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Cin's Chainmail Curios @cinscurios.bsky.social · 21hGetting somewhere now. 112
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 17hWhen you start sharing the brain cell with your housemate, and each try to surprise the other with the same sneaky purchase, which is then shipped to both of you on the same day. 😅 170
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026So there's tons of press on how hilariously (and often, dangerously) inept every single AI/chat bot/assistant/agent implementation is.. and yet people still trust the stupid things to DO ANYTHING for them? I simply do not get it. 110
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Men using tech to harass women.. what a shock........ 042
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Sorry I can't lycan subscribe, I'm not a werewolf. 010
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Martha Wells @marthawells.com · 24/09/2026Behold, the prelaunch is open for the graphic novel of The Murderbot Diaries: All Systems Red! 13546171
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Pearls and Irritations @johnmenadue.com · 24/09/2026Chinese EVs are under scrutiny over spying and hacking fears. But cybersecurity risks extend to all connected cars, and Australia needs universal protections rather than a new China scare, Peter Newman writes. #auspol #ElectricVehicles #Cybersecuritypearlsandirritations.comChinese cars under the bed: a new and dangerous conspiracyChinese electric vehicles have become the focus of a new security scare, but connected cars from every country carry cybersecurity risks. Australia needs stronger protections without allowing fear of China to derail the clean energy transition. 95519
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Asher Wolf @asherwolf.bsky.social · 24/09/2026“Government data breach not the gvt’s fault for leaving a system misconfigured, the AI did it” oh fuck off 44816
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 24/09/2026I have a question: Did OpenAI then delete the most private of private data of Australian citizens and residents that they have illegally exfiltrated and no right to see let alone hold? 210
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Asher Wolf @asherwolf.bsky.social · 24/09/2026OpenAI first alerted Services Australia on September 10th. Someone at Services Australia read the email on Sept 11 and then waited 4 days before emailing ASD to inform them 88938
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Plashing Vole @plashingvole.bsky.social · 23/09/2026OpenAI hacks the Australian Government this time. I don’t quite understand why these hacks don’t result in criminal charges every time. Hacking is illegal, and these systems are owned and run by companies with responsibility for their tools. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...theguardian.comAustralia news live: Anthony Albanese says OpenAI agent hacked MedicareFollow the day’s news live 26600206
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 23/09/2026static.klipy.comBedelia with WineAlt: Gillian Anderson with wine 010
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 23/09/2026There's never a good time to aggravate your spine injury, but the morning of your day off right before a 3-day conference, is one of the worst. 😓 110
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Didn't think that the hardest thing to source was going to be small enough gloves. My hands aren't even that small. 😒 010
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Rebel @rebellionista.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Drop into your local chemist before October 1 and get a Covid vaccine while they’re still free. Only needed my Medicare card. From October 1st, they will be charging for Covid vaccines. Get it free while you can! 2168
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Shadows of Control @shadowsofcontrol.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Hurt people don’t always hurt people. Many with trauma choose healing over harm. Accountability matters. #DomesticAbuseAwareness 0105
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Justin Hendrix @justinhendrix.bsky.social · 19/09/2026Also cites the great @eryk.bsky.social: 25115
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Michael West @michaelwestbiz.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Government now clear to hack your phone. No warrant. Israel group Cellebrite paid to do it. Is this not fascist? @michaelsainsbury.bsky.social #cellebrite #auspol #nswpol michaelwest.com.au/cellebrite-g...michaelwest.com.auCellebrite gets Government blessing to share your phone - Michael WestCellebrite has government clearance for use by law enforcement agencies to pry into your personal life, and you can't stop them. 1711776
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Dr Ingrid M🪁 @ingridm.bsky.social · 15/09/2026“opt out” is data harvesting pass it on. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09...abc.net.auGovernment documents reveal AI could train on data without paying creatorsLeaked government documents reveal AI companies would be allowed to train their models on online content without paying its creators as long as they struck deals with enough rights holders. 68748
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 13/09/2026Managed to get a photo of last weekend's steam train with my Hasselblad 500C film camera. Didn't have much time and the lighting was tricky, so I am pretty pleased with the result. 081
Reposted by Cin (they/them)ABC News Australia @news.abc.net.au · 11/09/2026Balcony solar to become legal in Australia. Here's how plug-in systems workabc.net.auBeing a renter, Jenny missed out on solar boon but that is about to change Australia readies to lift a ban on plug-in solar, unlocking access to the technology for millions of apartment dwellers and renters for the first time. 010544
Reposted by Cin (they/them)ABC News Australia @news.abc.net.au · 09/09/2026Yarra council bans smart glasses from pools, gyms, playgrounds and childcare centresabc.net.auSmart glasses banned from Melbourne council's pools, gyms and playgroundsThe City of Yarra has banned glasses with built-in cameras from its leisure centres, playgrounds and childcare centres to protect the community. 01648433
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Asher Wolf @asherwolf.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Court documents have revealed how a French burglar used artificial intelligence and images posted to social media to locate a home containing luxury goods in Australia www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09...abc.net.auFrench burglar used ChatGPT to locate Canberra home with luxury goodsThe crime began with photos of designer items posted on social media in Australia and ended with the arrest of four French men at a KFC in Sydney, fresh court documents show. 31411
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Perhaps they should instead try not being such detestable fucking useless twatts 040
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Why does everything always have to go wrong all at the same time 220
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 06/09/2026If a neighbour came to me and said something I was doing upset them, I'd do my best to remedy things. Especially knowing how scary it can be to approach a stranger like that. But no, somehow I'm selfish for asking to be allowed the quiet enjoyment they're constantly denying me. Sure. Fuck you. 010
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 05/09/2026As an increasingly secular nation (per every census) it's nuts that anyone's still attempting to shove this crap down our throats. Anyone else talking to their imaginary friend, and forcing others to, would be kicked out of the council meetings. 020
Reposted by Cin (they/them)alt.tv.pink-opaque @maxrebosroadie.bsky.social · 04/09/2026so excited for the new Taskmaster season! whoops how did this link get heredailymail.comRichard Ayoade defends Graham Linehan as a 'man of great principle'Linehan, the award-winning comic writer behind Father Ted claims his career and marriage has been destroyed over his gender-critical views. 29614187
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 05/09/2026That's why I still have no access to bsky DMs, and a bunch of other platforms that require this bullshit 030
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Jess Rose @jesslynnrose.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Junior tech jobs are really rare right now, so I was delighted to see the Welsh Government is hiring a Digital Data + Tech Apprentice. No experience needed! Must be at least 16 years old, but there's no upper age limit! 2 year post, £27k, apply by 28/09/2026 cais.tal.net/vx/appcentre...cais.tal.netQuick Check NeededWe just need to confirm you're a real person. Please check the box below and then click Continue. 087
Reposted by Cin (they/them)The Verge @theverge.com · 02/09/2026As a new Harry Potter trailer makes the rounds, it bears repeating that there’s no way to watch this show without supporting J.K. Rowling’s bigotry and the structural violence she’s inflicting on the trans community.theverge.comThere is no ethical consumption of HBO’s Harry Potter seriesYou can’t without supporting Rowling’s transphobic bigotry. 366201029863
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 02/09/2026I finally allowed myself to spend money on my dream camera. Just got the photos from the first roll of film and I'm really, really pleased with them. 040
Reposted by Cin (they/them)🦝 Pepper Raccoon: Trash Priestess 🦝 @pepperraccoon.com · 01/09/2026Hey Auckland: in a few weeks, Good Morrow Tattoo studio will have my apparel in stock for you to try on and buy. Might be helpful so you don't have to guess at sizing online :) 22612
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Sirius Star 🍉 🍉 🍉 @siriusstar3.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Greens are taking on big tech with a new bill to ban the import of ‘pervert’ glasses, often used to covertly record ppl in public without their consent. We can’t expect privacy laws created decades ago to protect your privacy against these surveillance devices, so we’re updating those too. #Auspol 0107
Reposted by Cin (they/them)🎃 Killy Witches 👻 @tillybridges.bsky.social · 30/08/2026if you watch it you tell WB to keep making more Potter stuff and you show them that directly funding JKR’s transphobia, that she LITERALLY uses to strip trans women’s rights away, is not a dealbreaker how could i ever feel safe around someone who buys her the boots she uses to step on my neck? 141377544
Reposted by Cin (they/them)No’eau Aitonui/Heiani Mareva Hoata @mudaship39.bsky.social · 18/08/2026ISTFG 159763120
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Wtf, why is AusPost partnering with bigoted wizard bullshit Poor fucking form 😡 110
Reposted by Cin (they/them)💜 phonakins 🍉🌲 @phonakins.com · 27/08/2026Tronno protest against Pauline tomorrow Meet 5pm at the foreshore 1116
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Jathan Sadowski @jathansadowski.com · 27/08/2026You can just ban socially toxic technologies! They were socially banned like twelve years ago with Google Glasses, we can do it again in more formal ways with this latest attempt to push the Pervert's Delight™ onto society. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08...abc.net.auPush for import ban on 'pervert' smart glasses amid privacy concernsSupport is growing for a ban on the import of so-called “smart glasses”, amid an influx of low-cost devices that are being used to film Australians without their consent. 15348081350
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Having seen only a dozen or so episodes, I still have a few. - *chuckles* I'm in danger - I'm helping - No no, dig up stupid - Which one is the any key? - I'm special! 200
Cin (they/them) @skyalin.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Busy day 😮💨 - Collected fire bricks from depot on the other side of town - Collected housemate's auction wins (camera stuff) - Failed Bunnings trip - Scrap steel market (successful) - Successful Bunnings trip - Post office - Took several photos I've been meaning to take for ages - Dr appointment 130
Reposted by Cin (they/them)Jaws @jaws-stone.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Still rebuilding, if you wanna follow me here <3 www.instagram.com/jawsstone/ 19129
Reposted by Cin (they/them)The Conversation AUNZ @aunz.theconversation.com · 24/08/2026The current system allows powerful actors to attempt to influence government decision-making covertly. To improve transparency, here are four key reforms.theconversation.comAustralia’s lobbying rules ignore most lobbyists. It’s time for an overhaul 0156