developers
Coverage of developers in the Nexus archive.
- Developers Want City’s OK To Build Big. Here’s How They Sweeten The Deal
Developers seeking to build large projects must first propose their plans. Honolulu currently requires developers to provide community benefits in exchange for approval. However, some residents believe that the city could negotiate and demand even greater benefits.
- Mecklenburg County sues Brooklyn Village developers over stalled Uptown project
Mecklenburg County has filed a lawsuit against BK Partners LLC. The legal action addresses delays concerning the redevelopment of the Brooklyn Village project, also referred to as the Uptown project.
- Bitcoin developers flag 85 critical bugs in an "extremely bad" situation
Bitcoin developers have flagged a significant number of vulnerabilities in the system. They identified 85 critical bugs, suggesting that the current situation is described by them as "extremely bad".
- Who should pay for growth? Texas cities, developers debate impact fees
Texas cities and developers are debating impact fees. Georgetown Mayor Josh Schroeder stated that over 70% of residents believe new developments should cover 100% of their impact on systems, warning that taxpayers will bear the cost if they don't.
- Villagers are left with a 'roundabout to nowhere' after developers ditch plans to build 300 new homes
Villagers are left with an unfinished roundabout after developers abandoned plans to construct 300 new homes. The project's cancellation left infrastructure incomplete, creating a 'roundabout to nowhere.'
- S.F. supervisors advance plan to let more developers pay their way out of planting trees
San Francisco supervisors have advanced a plan allowing more developers to pay instead of planting trees. The proposed ordinance would also eliminate independent appeals for hazardous-tree removals.
- Work to rebuild paedophile Rolf Harris's former home begins after developers bought it for a knockdown £1.6million
Work has begun to rebuild Rolf Harris's former home after developers purchased it for £1.6 million. The property, previously owned by Harris, is set to be redeveloped following the sale.
- A beach break in Nigeria’s Lagos is becoming too expensive for many
Beaches in Lagos, Nigeria, are becoming unaffordable for many residents as the local government allocates more coastal land to developers. These beaches serve as rare public spaces for escaping the city's crowds and heat.
- Trump is expanding his AI data center pledge to protect consumers from rising electricity bills
Trump is expanding his AI data center pledge to protect consumers from rising electricity bills. Nearly 200 additional utilities, developers, and governors have joined, covering 80% of U.S. power delivery.
- Galaxy pledges $5M for developers quantum-proofing Bitcoin
Galaxy pledged up to $5 million in grants for developers working on Bitcoin’s quantum security and formed a council of quantum-advisory experts to research quantum-resistant migration solutions.
- Fort Bend County leadership drama (July 20, 2026)
Fort Bend County faces leadership-related issues that could influence the tax rate. Developers are encountering challenges in acquiring land near the Sugar Land 95 burial site.
- Bridging the divide: how AI scientists unite despite growing geopolitical rifts
Policymakers in Beijing and Washington view artificial intelligence (AI) as a strategic rivalry tied to national interests and security, with measures like semiconductor export controls and foreign investment scrutiny. However, AI scientists and developers argue for collaboration despite geopolitical tensions.
- What Is BIP-110 and Why Is It Dividing the Bitcoin Community?
A proposal to restrict non-financial data on Bitcoin, known as BIP-110, has divided prominent developers, miners, and industry leaders ahead of a key activation deadline. The debate is reopening one of Bitcoin's largest governance disputes since the Blocksize Wars.
- Burnham urged to drop ‘flawed’ plans that may let developers bypass environment laws for £1
The UK government faces criticism for planning changes that could allow developers to bypass biodiversity protections by paying a £1 levy. Over 100 experts, including Stephen Fry and Chris Packham, urged Andy Burnham to halt environmental delivery plans (EDPs).
- CueBench for Developers is live: score how well you drive coding agents
CueBench for Developers is now live, allowing users to assess the performance of coding agents. The platform is accessible via the provided article URL.
- The gauge broke: devs felt 20% faster with AI, measured 19% slower
Developers reported feeling 20% faster using AI, but performance measurements indicated a 19% slowdown. The article highlights a discrepancy between perceived productivity gains and actual metrics in software development.
- How do we save the wilting new homes market?
The new homes market is struggling, requiring government intervention to assist developers and prevent further unaffordability of houses and rents.
- UK watchdog plans to break Apple and Google’s ‘effective duopoly’ on mobile app stores
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is challenging Apple and Google's dominance over mobile app stores by allowing developers to direct users away from their platforms for payments. The CMA argues that restrictions by Apple and Google harm consumers and app owners.
- St. George wants a higher standard. Developers want ‘common sense’
St. George city inspectors found issues with new double-pane windows installed by Elliott Grand, leading to a conflict between the city's standards and developers' expectations. Developers advocate for 'common sense' in regulations.
- LA’s housing hell exposed — as three luxury townhouses sit half-built after 10 years
A luxury townhome construction project in Silver Lake has remained half-built and graffiti-covered for 10 years, prompting residents to demand the Los Angeles City Council compel developers to clean up the site or abandon it.
- Poilievre asks Parliament to probe B.C. 'condo bailout,' says it's blocking 'a price correction'
Poilievre has asked Parliament to investigate a British Columbia program that may finance the purchase of 2,200 vacant condos, which he calls a 'condo bailout' for developers, bankers, and investors. The program is accused of preventing a price correction in the real estate market.
- Apple's long game
Apple is leveraging developers, privacy, and patience as part of its strategy to reinvent itself at its 50th anniversary in the AI era. The company is positioning itself for long-term growth by focusing on these key areas.
- Hong Kong home sales cool off over Dragon Boat holiday ahead of new projects
Hong Kong's property market slowed during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday due to outbound travel and unstable weather, with developers delaying major launches ahead of new projects. Midland Realty reported 104 new homes were rolled out, but only about half were sold by Sunday.
- America Is Headed Toward the Infinite Workweek
Developers like Steve Yegge report increased exhaustion from managing AI tools, despite productivity gains. A Boston Consulting Group survey found 18% of developers and higher rates in other roles experience AI-induced mental fatigue. AI agents require constant oversight, leading to 'brain fog' and reduced focus.
- Fury as Altadena residents learn once picturesque neighborhood destroyed by Eaton fire will never return
Altadena residents expressed anger and anxiety at a town hall meeting over proposals to transform single-family neighborhoods destroyed by the Eaton Fire. Nearly 450 people attended, learning that 49% of properties sold in the burn zone since the wildfire have been purchased by developers.
- I made so much cash tipping off developers about empty houses that I was able to pay for a cruise. Here's how YOU can do the same...
An individual earned money by informing developers about unoccupied houses, using the income to afford a cruise. The method involved tipping off developers to capitalize on empty properties.
- The Indian workers training AI robots to take their jobs
Indian workers are training AI robots using first-person footage, known as 'egocentric data', to enable robots to mimic human actions. Developers believe this approach will enhance robotic capabilities by replicating human behavior through specialized AI models.
- Pollution rules criticised for raising new home costs
Developers criticize pollution rules for increasing new home costs and preventing them from meeting housebuilding targets.
- On the Historic Route From Selma to Montgomery, an AI Cloud Looms
Residents in a rural Alabama community face challenges with basic sanitation, including inability to flush toilets, while developers plan to build a state-of-the-art data center nearby. The area is historically significant as the route of the 1965 Selma to Montgomery voting rights march.
- Zcash bounces 45% as developers propose new Ironwood upgrade
Zcash's price increased by 45% following the announcement of a proposed Ironwood upgrade by developers.
- San Pedro’s glow-up: How LA’s gritty port town became the city’s hottest real estate bet
San Pedro, a gritty port town in Los Angeles, is becoming a top real estate investment target as developers, investors, and homebuyers anticipate a waterfront renaissance. The area's transformation has drawn significant attention as a key development opportunity.
- Meta Keeps Delaying the Release of Its New AI Model to Developers
Meta is continuing to delay the release of its new AI model to developers. The article notes the ongoing postponement without specifying the reasons or new timeline.
- England’s poorest communities face deepest cuts to green space under planning law changes, report finds
A report finds that proposed planning law changes in England will disproportionately reduce green space access for the poorest communities, exacerbating environmental disparities. Over 7.4 million people, including 1.42 million children under 15, live in areas with no immediate biodiversity, according to a study commissioned by environmental NGOs.
- This group just built affordable housing in SF for half the price and twice as fast
A group in San Francisco built affordable housing for formerly homeless seniors at 1633 Valencia St., achieving half the typical cost and twice the construction speed by aligning developers and lenders early in the process.
- Microsoft offers devs a better way to control AI agent behavior
Microsoft provides developers, compliance, and security teams with a specification to define custom policies for AI agent behavior using portable policy files.
- Rogers Park Firehouse Could Become Cafe, Co-Working Space As Developers Work To Restore It
The 111-year-old Rogers Park Firehouse has been vacant since 2009 and is in poor condition. Developers are considering converting it into a cafe or bar, with plans still in progress.
- Microsoft's Surface RTX Spark Dev Box will handle tougher AI workloads
Microsoft is introducing the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box, a desktop designed for handling demanding AI workloads. The device targets developers who prefer desktop setups over laptops for AI development.
- Three Sui mainnet halts in 48 hours traced to an upgrade bug by developers
Three Sui mainnet halts occurred within 48 hours, traced by developers to an upgrade bug. The issue was identified as stemming from a software upgrade flaw.
- Evolving Webflow for the Agentic Web
Webflow is updating its platform to support the 'agentic web,' focusing on AI integration and enhanced tools for developers and designers. The article highlights new features aimed at streamlining web development workflows and improving user experiences through smarter automation.
- Southern California mall begins transformation into sprawling mega complex — with 2,250 homes and 15 acres of parks
A Southern California mall is being redeveloped into a large mixed-use complex featuring 2,250 homes and 15 acres of parks. The project aims to create a vibrant neighborhood with diverse residential and recreational spaces.