Australian businesses are grappling with skyrocketing web hosting costs as the value of the Australian dollar (AUD) continues its downward spiral against the US dollar (USD). The recent drop in the AUD follows Thursday’s release of the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Trade Balance data, which showed a trade surplus of 5.589 billion AUD for … Read more
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. ## The #crypto-api Writing Contest by CoinGecko and HackerNoon: Results Announcement 🎉 By @hackernooncontests [ … Read more
Good day, Hackers! ‘Tis a good day, indeed, as we announce the winners of the #crypto-api writing contest, presented by CoinGecko and HackerNoon. Since we kicked things off in April and wrapped up on July 18, we’ve received high-quality submissions on crypto data APIs, industry-leading tools, in-depth guides to using the CoinGecko API, and more. … Read more
If you’re reading this article, you’ve probably heard of “multi-cloud,” which involves connecting to more than one cloud provider. With the fast-paced shift, many organizations are moving towards multi-cloud deployments and moving away from traditional networks. In this article, I will cover how you can establish the site-to-site VPN tunnel configuration between AWS Managed VPN … Read more
Bright Data infrastructure is championed around collecting only publicly available data, backed by an industry-leading know-your-customer (KYC) process and a transparent, acceptable use policy. Rated number one by customers on G2, Bright Data provides two scraping solutions, the Web Scraper API and the Scraping Browser, that simplify the data collection process. This guide covers the … Read more
When coordinating your interview at Meta (formerly Facebook), you’ll be asked whether you want to do a System Design Interview (“Pirate”) or a Product/API Design Interview (“Pirate X”). As a systems engineer myself, I chose the System Design Interview. Since you’re here, I’m guessing that’s your choice, too. After conducting system design interviews for dozens … Read more
Hey Hackers! Welcome back to another edition of HackerNoon’s Company of the Week! This series aims to give tech companies from our database the big bright spotlight they rightfully deserve. And this week, we have another great one in store. Everyone, meet Stellar: A decentralized public blockchain that helps developers set up various payment options. … Read more
Hint 1: If you have a creative task such as code architecture, you want to use the so-called chain of thoughts. You add “Think step-by-step” to your prompt and enjoy a detailed analysis of the problem. Hint 2: Create a Project in Claude or a custom GPT and add a basic explanation of your code … Read more
In theory, validators should determine the inclusion of transactions in a block. Still, in practice, this is done by searchers, independent participants who search for potentially profitable transactions and launch their bots into them. Validators still win a little bit because searchers set the gas fee above the average, and the delta goes to validators … Read more
I’m excited to tell you about Meta’s Llama 3.1, a powerful AI language model you can use for free. In this article, I’ll show you how to install and run Llama 3.1 on your computer. This means you can use it without the internet and save money on AI costs. https://youtu.be/UdcmnhmruIs?si=9okWfpSuMgd1AYOZ&embedable=true What is Llama 3.1? … Read more
In 2023, I wrote about essential developers’ conferences to attend, highlighting their significance and benefits. The year 2024 has witnessed further developments in digital technology, with artificial intelligence (AI) and big data leading the charge and dominating the headlines. This year, there will be AI and big data conferences in different parts of the world … Read more
Web3 gaming is an exciting ecosystem that showcases the benefits of decentralization and blockchain-based economic models. In this article, we explore the current blockchain game market to understand where it’s heading. Web3 Games Today Gaming is a key sector for blockchain, often serving as the testing ground for Web3 innovations, such as new tokenomics or … Read more
ChatGPT gets over 96M visitors per month and is more than 85% accurate — it can even write flawless code snippets. Despite that, not all people, including data analysts, use ChatGPT in their work tasks. Mostly, they lack understanding on how to do them both effectively and with minimal time investments. Here are the tips … Read more
It was the start of 2024, I had a growing list of side project ideas, but I just couldn’t get started on any of them.. I had some big ideas, but with those came a lot of doubts.. I guess I was in the state that is commonly known as, “analysis paralysis”. “Screw it!” I … Read more
Are you drowning in a sea of data and complex templates? Whether you’re a coding wizard or just dipping your toes into the tech world, this guide is your lifeline to simpler, more efficient data handling. Get ready as we unravel the mysteries behind JSON, YAML, and Jinja — the unsung heroes of contemporary development! … Read more
The human brain is very primitive, believes Amar Bedi, CEO of Tashi Gaming. As a result, he says, it is focused very much on the immediate. “This was apparent in the financial industry where I first began my career. Professionals were focused on short-term strategies and goals limited to monthly or quarterly earnings. So, … Read more
Choosing the right backend technology for fintech development involves a detailed look at Java and Scala. Both languages bring distinct advantages to the table, and for professionals working in the fintech industry, understanding these nuances is crucial. There is no arguing Java is a true cornerstone in software development — stable, boasting comprehensive libraries and … Read more
Paul Thomas, founder of Somnia, discusses the platform’s innovative approach to creating a unified metaverse, including its high-performance blockchain and interoperable digital asset protocol. He shares insights on Somnia’s development, its unique metaverse browser, and vision for fostering an open virtual society that empowers users and creators alike. Ishan Pandey: Hello Paul, It’s a pleasure … Read more
The world is evolving with new innovations being produced to make our daily lives easier, from AI technology and speech recognition to voice assistants. People have started using voice search to find solutions online. This is no surprise, considering it’s an easier way to search for information online. Unlike the traditional text-based search where you … Read more
Ran Hammer, VP of Business Development at Orbs, discusses the platform’s innovative approach to blockchain technology, including its unique Layer 3 infrastructure and focus on enhancing DeFi trading experiences. He shares insights on Orbs’ evolution from an enterprise-focused blockchain to a DeFi innovator, regulatory challenges in the crypto space, and the company’s vision for bringing … Read more
Or Perelman, co-founder of Chromia, discusses the platform’s innovative approach to blockchain technology, including its relational blockchain concept and elimination of direct gas fees. He shares insights on Chromia’s development, partnerships, and vision for the future of blockchain adoption. Ishan Pandey: Hello Or Perelman, it’s a pleasure to welcome you to our ‘Behind the Startup’ … Read more
This is gonna be a guide to bookmark for anyone who uses Figma! The ultimate design tool, Figma is the new talk of the town, no matter if you are a designer, UI/UX expert or frontend developer. But you might feel like there’s still more to find out. I must admit, you are correct! Figma … Read more
Social media has become an essential marketing initiative for businesses looking to enhance their online presence and drive sales. One of the most effective strategies that comes out of this trend is social commerce, which integrates shopping experiences directly into social media platforms. This approach simplifies the buying process and offers a seamless experience for … Read more
The dark web refers to an encrypted part of the internet that allows users to hide their identity and location from outsiders. The dark web is not easily accessed by conventional search methods since the content is not indexed as it is in regular search engines like Google. To access data on dark web, users … Read more
In my previous piece, I discussed how Bitcoin and its underlying proof-of-work mechanism represent far more than just a digital currency – they embody a radical re-imagining of power distribution and human organization. Today, we witness a powerful real-world example of these principles in action through Julian Assange’s long-awaited return to freedom. On June 26, 2024, … Read more
In a company, the Second-in-Command, also known as the COO, fills a vital role. COOs complement and support the CEO in a variety of ways. The COO’s specific role depends on the CEO’s needs, the company’s stage, and the overall strengths of the leadership team. There are seven main ways that COOs support the CEO. … Read more
There have been several exciting AI developments in the retail industry in recent years, all of which could help you streamline various aspects of your business. ChatGPT aside, advancements in machine learning and adaptive AI put more power into your hands when it comes to automating core processes and using existing data to make accurate … Read more
:::info Authors: (1) Wenxuan Wang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; (2) Haonan Bai, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China (3) Jen-tse Huang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; (4) Yuxuan Wan, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; (5) Youliang Yuan, The Chinese … Read more
:::info Authors: (1) Wenxuan Wang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; (2) Haonan Bai, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China (3) Jen-tse Huang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; (4) Yuxuan Wan, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; (5) Youliang Yuan, The Chinese … Read more
:::info Authors: (1) Wenxuan Wang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; (2) Haonan Bai, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China (3) Jen-tse Huang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; (4) Yuxuan Wan, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; (5) Youliang Yuan, The Chinese … Read more