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Constellation Network (DAG), a blockchain company in the United States, announces the appointment of Dave Berg as Chief Product Officer for Enterprise and Government Solutions following its recent success with U.S. Government contracts. Berg, a technology veteran with over 25 years of industry experience, provides a record of scaling enterprise software products and advancing company operations. … Read more

The Beacon Chain has undergone a lot of changes since the Merge: a testament to an idea I described in the last article. With a complex, evolving protocol like the Beacon Chain, the work is never done and developers will always have something to fix. For context, the EIPs For Nerds series has covered two … Read more

Welcome to HackerNoon Decoded: Business Edition—the ultimate recap of the stories, writers, and trends that defined your 2024! Business Was Your One True Love! “Get your fcking ass up and work. It seems like nobody wants to work these days.” Okay, Kim, chill! If this was your top tech category, you’ve earned the right to … Read more

Tezos blockchain has implemented its 17th protocol upgrade, Quebec, which alters block timing and staking parameters to improve operational performance. The change followed an on-chain voting process and was developed by teams at Nomadic Labs, Trilitech, and Functori. The protocol update fits within the Tezos X roadmap and adjusts technical aspects of network operation, staking … Read more

When you are thinking about QA, testing is the most likely action that comes to your mind. Although testing the software is the main task that QA must take ownership of, it is not the only contribution that QA makes. A company and the teams can benefit from QAs because they can make meaningful contributions … Read more

At AiSweat.Shop (A.S.S.), we’re thrilled to announce that we’ve airdropped an unprecedented 70% of our DEFAI tokens without any prior announcement. This strategic move strengthens our commitment to building a robust DefAI ecosystem and rewarding our most loyal communities. Here’s who received the tokens: Our incredible AiSweat.Shop communities. Arbitrum DeFi OGs. Open (aka WebisOPEN on … Read more

The crypto industry is a fast-moving world where innovation never stands still, and 2024 was no exception. With Bitcoin returning to growth and reaching into $100K territory for the first time, the year will go down as one of the most pivotal in crypto history so far. In the last year, we’ve witnessed regulatory breakthroughs … Read more

Table of Links Abstract and 1 Introduction 2.1 Software Testing 2.2 Gamification of Software Testing 3 Gamifying Continuous Integration and 3.1 Challenges in Teaching Software Testing 3.2 Gamification Elements of Gamekins 3.3 Gamified Elements and the Testing Curriculum 4 Experiment Setup and 4.1 Software Testing Course 4.2 Integration of Gamekins and 4.3 Participants 4.4 Data … Read more

I’d been putting it off for over a year — though the idea of the language of intrigued me (and my friend would not stop nagging me about learning it), something in me was hesitant on starting to learn Rust: How would I do it? How do I even learn a language like that? I … Read more

Cyber scams are on the rise, and so are their victims. Cybercriminals are evolving rapidly, using technology to deceive. In an instant, your hard-earned money could disappear. It may start with a simple text message or a call: “I’m so sorry – I accidentally deposited my paycheck into your account. Could you please send it … Read more

Are you concerned about privacy or considering using a Raspberry Pi you bought half a decade ago and still trying to use somewhere more permanent… you are on the right page! Turn your Raspberry Pi into “your own Cloud Server” with no compromise in storage space, features, privacy and customizability using Open Media Vault(OMV) First … Read more

My name is Marina Chernyshova, and I am a product designer and mentor. In my earlier article, “Short on Budget? Use These Design Methodologies to Build Your First MVP Without a Full-Time Designer,” I described why in my opinion the early-stage startups don’t always need a full-time designer and how to approach designing the first … Read more

Yoo gals and boys! Here we are again, tackling global issues like selling niche tech products. In Part 1, we talked about hiring the right salespeople, and now in Part 2, we’ll cover how to onboard them effectively. THAT is just as important as hiring—because if you find the brilliant ones and mess it up … Read more

Table of Links Abstract and 1 Introduction 2.1 Software Testing 2.2 Gamification of Software Testing 3 Gamifying Continuous Integration and 3.1 Challenges in Teaching Software Testing 3.2 Gamification Elements of Gamekins 3.3 Gamified Elements and the Testing Curriculum 4 Experiment Setup and 4.1 Software Testing Course 4.2 Integration of Gamekins and 4.3 Participants 4.4 Data … Read more

The looming threat of a TikTok ban has once again thrown creators and businesses into a whirlwind of uncertainty. For millions of creators, the platform’s potential shutdown by January 19 could mean the abrupt end of carefully built careers and communities. While creators await the verdict, many are searching for new platforms to secure their … Read more

Web developers mostly prefer Hypertext Preprocessor (PHP) scripting language for performing their web development tasks. It powers a considerably large section of the web from simple sites to complex web applications. Still, many PHP developers struggle with expanding the true power of PHP functions. A piece of code that can be used many times is … Read more

In the new digital era where the average global population spends over six hours of daily screentime, that screen experience can many times be decisive in social and economic aspects of people’s lives. From the way they see the world, to the way they perceive themselves and others, to how they interact with each other … Read more

In 2008, Satoshi Nakamoto introduced Bitcoin to the world, presenting a truly disruptive concept, a peer-to-peer electronic cash system that eliminated the need for trusted intermediaries. This innovation was so profound that it arguably merited Nobel Prize consideration. However, what followed in Bitcoin’s wake reveals a striking paradox in the Web3 space, the illusion of … Read more

As I recently wrote about missed opportunities in blockchain adoption during my time at Tonga Cable Ltd, another memory surfaced—this one from my tenure at Kacific Broadband Satellites Group. As satellite technology and blockchain technology have evolved, it seems I’ve had a front-row seat to multiple “roads not taken” that are now being traveled by … Read more

As we step into 2025, the space industry is poised for an extraordinary year of innovation and exploration. From ambitious lunar missions to groundbreaking technological advancements, the coming months promise to reshape our understanding of the cosmos and push the boundaries of human achievement in space. With a flurry of launches scheduled and new players … Read more

How are you, hacker? 🪐Want to know what’s trending right now?: The Techbeat by HackerNoon has got you covered with fresh content from our trending stories of the day! Set email preference here. ## Fortinet FortiGate-VM: Enterprise-class Security for Applications and Workloads Running on AWS By @awsmarketplace [ 10 Min read ] Meet Fortinet FortiGate: … Read more

Ethereum’s transition from Proof of Work (Pow) to Proof of Stake (PoS), a.k.a., The Merge, was a key moment in the network’s history. Besides giving Ethereum a much-needed rebrand by reducing its carbon footprint, Proof of Stake was crucial to a key long-term goal: reducing the barrier to participating in Ethereum’s consensus. The Merge replaced … Read more

In the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, scattered island nations navigate not just their waters, but a complex web of financial commitments. Picture this, a small island nation, blessed with stunning beaches and rich cultural heritage, yet grappling with millions in national debt. Now, imagine that same nation being required to contribute a portion … Read more

Picture a young freshman in the early 90s, fresh out of high school, proudly clutching a scholarship for a Bachelor of Commerce. That was me, standing at what I thought was the beginning of a carefully planned path. Yet beneath the surface of that commerce scholarship lay a different passion, one that had consistently earned … Read more

In my recent blog post “Wayfinding the Future: How Open-Source Tech is Disrupting Utilities Management in the Pacific Islands“, I shared our vision of combining FOSS4G tools, the Mettatec X5 Mobile PRO GNSS receiver, and Starlink Mini to transform utilities management across the Pacific Islands. Today, I’m excited to share how this vision is already … Read more

NebuMine has entered the crypto mining industry with a cutting-edge, user-friendly platform that simplifies Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining. With over 39,500 mining devices, free registration, and 1000 GH/s of complimentary mining power for new users, NebuMine aims to attract a diverse audience of crypto enthusiasts. Cloud mining has emerged as a popular alternative to traditional … Read more

AUSTIN, Texas, January 20th, 2025/Chainwire/–A. R. T. Digital Holdings Corp(OTCMKTS: CGAC), a publicly traded Digital Energy and Bitcoin mining company, has entered into a binding exclusivity agreement to secure the rights to utilize Forced Physics’ JouleForce™ cooling technology in the cryptocurrency mining sector. By leveraging this breakthrough innovation, A.R.T. Digital is advancing the development of … Read more

Background In recent years, the rapid development of blockchain technology has catalyzed innovation across various sectors such as DeFi, NFTs, and AI. Solana, a high-speed, low-cost blockchain, has garnered significant attention thanks to its unique consensus mechanism and high throughput. In large-scale application environments, SVM-based L2 chains or application chains offer vast market potential. Against … Read more

Roam, a leading pioneer in decentralized wireless connectivity, has announced the launch of the Roam Ambassador Program. As part of Roam’s mission to build a decentralized global open wireless network that provides seamless, secure WiFi by leveraging blockchain technology, Roam Ambassador Program invites passionate supporters to become key players in the company’s growth and expansion. … Read more

WILLEMSTAD, Curaçao, January 20th, 2025/Chainwire/–Cloudbet, a prominent crypto sportsbook, has added President Trump’s official $TRUMP token to its list of 40+ supported cryptocurrencies. The platform now offers users the opportunity to bet on Canada’s next prime minister using $TRUMP, a memecoin recently launched by US President-elect Donald J. Trump. A Cloudbet spokesperson says, “Trump’s inauguration … Read more