newsycombinatorcom

newsycombinatorcom, commonly known by its front-page name Hacker News, is a technology news and discussion website. It is a social news aggregator operated by Y Combinator, the startup accelerator based in the United States. The site launched in 2007, created by Paul Graham and colleagues, as a minimalist platform for sharing links related to technology, startups, and science. It uses a simple text-based design and a community-driven moderation model in which submissions receive upvotes and comments.

Users submit links, Ask HN questions, or Show HN projects. Other users vote on posts and comments, with higher-scoring items rising to the front page. The site is moderated by the community, and posting and commenting typically require an account. It is widely used by developers, founders, researchers, and students to discover new tech, discuss trends, and solicit feedback on ideas.

As a platform, Hacker News has influenced technology journalism and startup culture; it is known for timely discussions, candid commentary, and sometimes sharp debates. Critics note that the community can be insular and that the quality of links varies. The site remains a focal point of YC and the broader tech ecosystem, hosting a steady stream of discussions on programming, artificial intelligence, funding, and industry news.