OnePlus’ Pad 2 has a sharp display with a price tag that stings
The OnePlus Pad 2 continues to impress in many ways, but the upgrades don’t justify the price. Continue reading…
Month: August 2024
Next.js Authentication Made Easy with Firebase
Today, I want to share a simple tutorial on how to set up authentication in your Next.js project using Firebase. This guide will walk you through the process step-by-step, ensuring you can quickly implement a secure authentication system. https://youtu.be/qb2Ug9Yoatg?si=UqTUEOsFibmtDf1m&embedable=true Step 1: Set Up Firebase Account Create a Firebase Project Start by visiting the https://console.firebase.google.com/. You’ll need to … Read more
Anduril reaches milestone with major defense hardware contract
Anduril and Palantir delivered the first Tactical Intelligence Targeting Access Node (TITAN) — the first major milestone in its $178 million contract. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Bitcoin’s Clash for Years to Come: Beyond Weak Money and Influencer Hype
The price of Bitcoin in weak money is plummeting! As I write this, the price of Bitcoin continues to fall and now stands below $60K. It could fall even further in the hours and days ahead. First question: where are the Bitcoin influencers who were saying that capitulation was here and that the price of Bitcoin … Read more
Deadrop Co-Creator Discusses ‘Shock’ of Dr. Disrespect Allegations & Future Plans
More than a month after famed gaming influencer Dr. Disrespect was dropped by Midnight Society, the studio building the first-person shooter Deadrop, the team has finally broken its silence in an exclusive interview with Decrypt’s GG to discuss the move to remove the streamer from the company—and how the game can move forward.
Why I Stopped Using Google and Switched to This LLM Instead
Even Google Gemini 1.5 Pro is Not Good Enough – yet! I was a diehard Google Search addict back in the old days. Before Generative AI. Then I met ChatGPT – but its value in fact-finding, especially about recent events, was poor. Then, other LLMs came onto the scene, and I became a die-hard follower … Read more
The Synergy of AI and Blockchain: How DeepBrain Chain Globally Democratizes GPU AI Infrastructure
Revolutionizing AI Access: The Global Impact of DeepBrain Chain What is the DeepBrain Chain? 1.1. A Brief Overview 1.2. Spectacular Achievements Use Cases of Deep Brain Chain 2.1. AI Training & Inference 2.2. Cloud Gaming and Cloud Cybercafes 2.3. GPU-Heavy Computation Tasks 2.3.1. Visual Rendering 2.3.2. Simulation Software (Digital Twins). 2.3.3. Computer Vision: 2.3.4. Data … Read more
Educational Byte: What are governance tokens and what can they do?
If ‘governance’ does sound similar to ‘government’, well, it’s because they’re in the same category, so to speak. Governance refers to how decisions are made about changes and improvements to any project. Since most cryptocurrencies and protocols are decentralized, governance, if there is anything to govern, is often decentralized too —which means important decisions fall … Read more
Google begins shipping locally made Pixel 8 in India ahead of Pixel 9 launch
Google Pixel 8 devices made in India start rolling off the production lines just ahead of the Pixel 9 launch. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
US Democrats are ‘increasingly gravitating towards crypto’ — Poll
A poll of 804 self-identified Democrats suggested a majority favored some of the core values surrounding digital assets, as well as the US leading the world on innovation.
German State-Owned Development Bank Prepares for Tokenized Bond Issuance with Boerse Stuttgart Digital in ECB Trial
Traditional finance institutions are increasingly exploring ways of putting assets like bonds, credit and funds on blockchain rails, known as RWA tokenization, to pursue operational benefits.
Patreon memberships sold on iOS will soon face Apple’s 30 percent fee
Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Patreon memberships sold on the iOS app will soon be subject to Apple’s 30 percent commission on in-app purchases. In a post on Monday, Patreon says Apple is forcing the platform to use the company’s in-app payment system starting in November or “risk being kicked out of the … Read more
Bitcoin price dip may retest $55K before next leg up
Based on the upcoming Aug. 14 CPI reading, Bitcoin lost a key trend line when it fell under $63,000, but it could still be on track to recover.
Bitcoin miner Argo repays $35M Galaxy bailout loan
The loan saved Argo from bankruptcy during the crypto winter of 2022.
Microsoft confirms its Paint 3D app is being discontinued in November
Image: The Verge Paint 3D, once Microsoft’s biggest update to its Paint app, is being removed from the Microsoft Store later this year and no longer supported. The app was originally released as part of Microsoft’s focus on creators with Windows 10 and was even set to replace the original MS Paint at one point. … Read more
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The Noonification: Meet The Sandbox: HackerNoon Company of the Week (8/12/2024)
How are you, hacker? 🪐What’s happening in tech this week: The Noonification by HackerNoon has got you covered with fresh content from our top 5 stories of the day, every day at noon your local time! Set email preference here. ## AIs Influence is Going to Go Deeper Than Just the Corporate Sector By @basilboluk … Read more
AI’s Influence is Going to Go Deeper Than Just the Corporate Sector
AI technology is firmly carving out a niche in defense technology. News reports refer to partnership agreements between large defense technology corporations such as Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and startups in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Intelligence (IMINT) Recognition, Battlefield Awareness, Multi‐Domain Battle Management Team (MBMT) Mobility Platform, Tactical Augmented Reality (TAR), Radio Frequency … Read more
TechCrunch Minute: Trade My Spin takes the pain out of selling used Pelotons
If you’re looking to buy or sell a used Peloton bike, a startup called Trade My Spin could be the solution. In theory, you don’t need a whole separate marketplace to do this. And yes, you can definitely buy or sell a bike on Facebook or Craigslist already. But Trade My Spin’s CEO Ari Kimmelfeld … Read more
Optimism Pushes for ‘Interoperability’ Between Affiliated Blockchains
Optimism networks that are part of the Superchain rely on Ethereum to communicate with each other in order to move assets, which tends to make such moves slow and expensive. To address that, Optimism is releasing its own interoperability roadmap.
YouTube Music’s ‘personal radio’ mix shares your favorite songs with the world
Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge YouTube Music is rolling out a new “personal radio” feature that lets you broadcast daily playlists based on your favorite tunes for others to play. The new feature, discovered by a Reddit user last week, is starting to appear on some YouTube Music user channel pages — where … Read more
Apple says Patreon must switch to its billing system or risk removal from App Store
Apple has threatened to remove crowdfunding app Patreon from the App Store if creators continue to use unsupported third-party billing options or disable transactions on iOS, instead of using Apple’s own in-app purchasing system. In a blog post and email to Patreon creators about upcoming changes to membership in the iOS app, the company says … Read more
Binance Says Venezuela Platform Is Being Hit by Access Restrictions
The Venezuelan government has blocked various websites, including the social network X, following allegations of fraud in the July 28 presidential elections.
Tigran Gambaryan’s health worsens, surgery now required
Gambaryan has been detained in Nigeria since February 2024 and has suffered numerous chronic health conditions during that time.