Welcome to Nerds.xyz, a fiercely independent tech news site run by me, Brian Fagioli. You might know me from my work at BetaNews, where I covered everything from Linux distributions to Google’s latest experiments, and called out Microsoft when it deserved it.
Nerds.xyz exists for people who actually care about technology — the weirdos, the penguin lovers, the DIYers, the skeptics. I write with a Linux bias and a human voice. If you’re tired of press release rewrites and AI-generated filler, you’re in the right place.
Who am I?
I’m a veteran tech journalist who:
- Covered breaking tech news at BetaNews for over a decade
- Specializes in Linux, open-source software, and anti-bloat commentary
- Has been cited, quoted, and retweeted by developers, engineers, and tech companies
- Has no patience for vaporware, fake innovation, or corporate buzzwords
This site is a personal passion project. Every post is written by me, with actual intent. No AI regurgitation. No syndication. Just real journalism, sometimes with sarcasm.
Want to work with me?
Head to the Contact page or email brian@nerds.xyz