6.4.26 | Gemma 4 12B is a unified multimodal model, Elixir v1.20 is now gradually typed, and They’re made out of weights

Hacker News Highlights · Jun 4, 2026 · 15m

This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on Jun 4, 2026.

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(00:00) - Intro

(00:19) - Gemma 4 12B: A unified, encoder-free multimodal model

(01:58) - Elixir v1.20: Now a gradually typed language

(03:24) - They’re made out of weights

(04:53) - I was recently diagnosed with anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis

(06:17) - Uber's $1,500/month AI limit is a useful signal for AI tool pricing

(08:05) - Artificial intelligence is not conscious – Ted Chiang

(09:32) - DaVinci Resolve 21

(11:04) - Failing grades…