Hey Hackers, In case you missed it, the #OptOut Writing Contest—a series for Web3 hacktivists championing true decentralization—returned for its final stage in July with two new themes: Theme 2: Create Your Own Standard Theme 3: Break Ties with the Status Quo Presented by Aut Labs and HackerNoon, this contest is a rallying cry against … Read more
Two of the industry’s most famous sisters, Erin and Sara Foster, sit down alongside business partner Phil Schwarz at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 to talk about consumer investing, culture curation, and what it means to be a creator in the modern age. Moderated on the Disrupt main stage, the conversation will surround the creator economy, consumer … Read more
Image: The Verge Microsoft made security its No. 1 priority for every employee earlier this year, following years of security issues and a scathing report from the US Cyber Safety Review Board. Nearly six months after Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella told the entire company that security should be prioritized above all else, the software giant … Read more
It took the Bitcoin winner some time to realize his good fortune because he said the deck “looked better in the binder.”
It’s been a long old slog to get here (8 months in fact). Here’s rough timeline of what the last 8 months have looked like: Month 1 – validation: My tool called Basefront – basefront.app is within the Airtable space (it’s a tool to create directories, galleries and job boards with airtable data that you … Read more
The 2023 writers strike and a change in Marvel’s releasing schedule kept director Jake Schreier’s Thunderbolts from hitting theaters when it was initially planned. But the film’s new trailer makes it look like it might have been worth the wait. Set some time after the events of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Thunderbolts will … Read more
Last week’s rate cut won’t be the last, says Scott Garliss, as the Fed looks to build consumer confidence. That’s good news for risk assets including bitcoin and ether.
Posthog is an open-source product analytics platform that offers flexibility and control. You can deploy it on your own infrastructure or use the cloud-based option. This gives you the freedom to customize and extend the platform to meet your specific needs. I’ve been using Posthog for a while now, and it’s quickly become my go-to … Read more
Many software development principles are worth exploring and applying. However, I found 3 of them to be extremely helpful and powerful throughout my career. They shaped the way I write software and ship products. They’re fundamental building blocks if you want to grow into a Regular and Senior Developer. Today, I want to share them with you, so … Read more
FTX’s auditor recently agreed to settle misconduct charges with the SEC. Jack Castonguay says auditors working with the crypto industry should take notice.
The countdown to TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 is on, and so are rebooted ticket prices! Save up to $600 on individual ticket types before September 27. Take advantage of these huge last-minute discounts while you still can. Disrupt 2024 is where the startup ecosystem converges. Taking place at Moscone West in San Francisco from October 28-30, … Read more
Iconic mobile game Flappy Bird has returned as a Telegram crypto game. Here’s how to boost your points ahead of the expected airdrop.
In the React Compiler demo talk, one of the code examples was an event handler that contains a React state that depends on whether an HTML element is in focus. In my opinion, that example doesn’t demonstrate the power of React Compiler but instead shows its limitations. After reading this article, you’ll see why I … Read more
China remains a major player in the Bitcoin mining industry despite imposing a blanket ban on cryptocurrencies in 2021
TikTok announced on Monday that its redesigned “Subscription” monetization offering is rolling out to eligible creators in select regions, including Brazil, France, Germany, Spain, the U.K., Indonesia, Italy, Japan, South Korea, and the U.S. The company says it plans to expand the feature to more markets in the coming weeks. The official rollout comes as … Read more
“We recently launched cbBTC on Base, but our users love Solana, and so do we,” said Hassan Ahmed, Coinbase’s country director for Singapore.
An employee cleans a BYD during 2024 Wuhan International Auto Show. | Photo by Wang HE / Getty Images The Biden administration proposed new rules blocking the “sale or import” of connected vehicle software originating from “countries of concern,” a move that would effectively ban all auto imports in the US from China. Vehicles with … Read more
The market is skeptical about Qualcomm’s Intel deal; prediction markets were the talk of the town at Token2049 in Singapore.
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Photo illustration by The Verge / Photo: The Verge The Browser Company cofounder thinks it’s time to modernize the browser and reinvent the web. Continue reading…
With more storage, a (slightly) faster processor, and some proper smart home chops, Google’s new take on the Chromecast is its best attempt at a streaming device yet. Continue reading…
As the Chicago Fed’s NFCI hits its loosest levels since 2021, Bitcoin rallies—could looser financial conditions spark another bull run?
In today’s lightning-fast digital landscape, website speed is no longer a luxury — it’s a fundamental requirement. Every developer should possess the knowledge to analyze and optimize web page performance for a seamless user experience. After all, a speedy website translates into higher engagement, lower bounce rates, and ultimately, increased conversions. The High Cost of Slow Websites The … Read more
The Cybersecurity SQL Adventure Lab offers hands-on experience in using SQL to detect potential security threats within a company’s database. This lab simulates real-world scenarios where participants analyze login attempts, investigate after-hours access, and identify potential insider threats. The lab covers essential cybersecurity tasks such as detecting failed login attempts, identifying unusual access patterns, and … Read more
Everywhere you turn on the internet, people are complaining about AI taking their jobs. Digital artists are running anti-AI campaigns to protect their work. Writers are striking to wrestle their jobs from ChatGPT and QuillBot. Everybody is worried about the dystopian reality of robots taking over. While we flail and wail at the prospects of … Read more
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