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Tech stocks are overvalued and it’s killing innovation
We’re entering an unprecedented era of advanced technology and behemoth tech companies driving its development. Earlier this year, Apple became the first company to reach a one-trillion-dollar valuation, and Amazon followed suit, reaching a one-trillion-dollar market cap in September. дальше »
2018-12-30 02:00 | |
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Strategies top SaaS apps use to capture new market segments
Startups fail for many reasons, and if you were to ask founders to tell you what they think is most responsible for startup failure you will most certainly get a diverse range of answers. However, when data on failed startups is crunched, data tends to agree that startups mainly fail due to market-related problems. дальше »
2018-12-30 23:38 | |
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Depressing lessons 2018’s endless data breaches taught us
In the days after Facebook‘s September announcement about a bug that may have compromised 90 million users – yes, that was three months and several earth-shattering Facebook headlines ago – someone asked me what consumers could have done to avoid being caught up in yet another data breach. дальше »
2018-12-28 22:00 | |
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Perhaps 2018 was the fabled ‘year of the Linux desktop’
It’s the year of the Linux desktop. I swear. I promise. Yes, I know you’re probably jaded from hearing that every year since 1998, but this year it’s true. Would I lie to you? But first, a throat-clearing: I’m not talking about desktop dominance. дальше »
2018-12-26 16:00 | |
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2018 proved that computer vision is the most powerful manifestation of AI
You probably use computer vision every day and don’t even think about it. Enjoy checking out the latest Snapchat filters? That’s computer vision. Unlock your iPhone with your face? That’s computer vision, too. дальше »
2018-12-26 02:00 | |
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End of year crypto roundup: How did Bitcoin Cash perform in 2018?
In August 2017, the controversy over Bitcoin’s scalability issues led to its blockchain being split for the first time in history, resulting in its first hard fork — Bitcoin Cash (BCH). Bitcoin Cash was a cryptocurrency with a purpose. дальше »
2018-12-24 13:19 | |
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Why your phone’s notifications are the way they are
Few inventions affected our relationship with technology as much as push notifications have. Before modern-day notifications, most of us felt in charge of deciding when we want to use and interact with technology, but now, technology is largely making that decision for us. дальше »
2018-12-24 04:00 | |
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How apps like Fitbit, Waze, and Duolingo use gamification in their design
When I was young, I remember my mother telling me I can go play only after I finish my homework. Which was goddam frustrating at the time. But thinking about this, I realize most of the things I was doing back then were automatically classified into 2 groups: a fun group… This story continues at The Next Web дальше »
2018-12-22 04:00 | |
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The best new social media features of 2018
Social media sites and apps are constantly changing and evolving to match the needs of their user base — for good, and for ill. Whether it’s Facebook Watch‘s new shows actually making it worth using, or Snapchat’s reviled redesign, social media changes can be a polarizing topic for the millions of people who use the sites every day. дальше »
2018-12-21 03:06 | |
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Sold! Lightning Network Art Auction Goes to the Lowest Bidder
Yesterday, an auction was held by cryptocurrency and blockchain artist @cryptograffiti for a piece titled “black swan,” which the artist made using “fiat and counterfeit detector pen ink. дальше »
2018-12-21 20:15 | |
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Vodafone, Huawei, Intel and friends form blockchain industry group
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) is getting into the blockchain game, having just set up a new TSI announced yesterday. The new ETSI group will try to understand the challenges of using permissioned distributed ledgers in business applications. дальше »
2018-12-19 13:52 | |
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Ripple Price Analysis: XRP End-of-Sep Bulls are Back, Race to 80 Cents is On
Latest Ripple News Ripple’s objective is to create this new web of value rivaling the expensive cross border settlement network, SWIFT in use by more than 11,000 banks. So far, Ripple has been to some degree victorious and as they ramp up, hiring engineering and striking important partnerships not only with banks but with governments […] The post Ripple Price Analysis: XRP End-of-Sep Bulls are Back, Race to 80 Cents is On appeared first on Ethereum World News. дальше »
2018-12-19 13:42 | |
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Dry data analysis of Christmas songs to get you in the holiday mood
Can we quantify different features of music? Apparently yes; folks at Spotify have identified and measured songs’ features like danceability, accoustiness, valence, energy, pitchiness, and more. дальше »
2018-12-18 22:00 | |
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Study: Switching between devices is associated with poorer attention and memory
How many times have you sat down to watch TV or a movie, only to immediately shift your attention to your smartphone or tablet? Known as “media multitasking,” this phenomenon is so common that an estimated 178m US adults regularly use another device while watching TV. дальше »
2018-12-18 12:00 | |
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BTCPayServer Expands Lightning Operability, Integrates Spark Wallet
Decentralized payment processor BTCPayServer now offers wallet support for c-lightning users. Following its most recent update, the BitPay alternative announced support for Spark Wallet, a client for the Lightning Network's c-lightning implementation created by Bitrated founder and Blockstream employee Nadav Ivgi. дальше »
2018-12-18 02:16 | |
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Moonday Mornings: Maduro forces pensioners to use Petro
Last week, we had our first ever blockchain event, Hard Fork Decentralized, where we discussed a range of challenges facing the industry and hosted talks all over London. We’ll be posting some videos from our live stream of the event, so keep your eyes open if you want to catch up on what went on. дальше »
2018-12-17 12:41 | |
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Don’t worry about screen time – focus on how you use technology
Many Americans find themselves bombarded by expert advice to limit their screen time and break their addictions to digital devices – including enforcing and modeling this restraint for the children in their lives. дальше »
2018-12-17 12:02 | |
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How social media dilutes scientific discoveries into clickbait
When news breaks – whether the story of a disease outbreak, a terrorist attack, or a natural disaster – people increasingly turn to the internet and social media. Individuals use Twitter and Facebook as primary sources for news and information. дальше »
2018-12-15 17:30 | |
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Day 4 of TNW’s Advent Deals: headphones and a hybrid laptop
This holiday period, Plugged is running a very special advent calendar. Over the course of 12 days, we’ll be sharing a selection of sweet, sweet deals. You can thank us later. Want yesterday’s advent deals? You can find that post here. дальше »
2018-12-15 13:00 | |
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Review: The Fnatic miniSTREAK is a solid gaming keyboard for under $100
Gamers and writers are alike in one important respect: they’re both extremely discerning about the keyboards they use. As someone who sits in the middle of that particular venn diagram, I was thrilled when Fnatic offered me the chance to review their miniSTREAK compact gaming keyboard. дальше »
2018-12-15 07:48 | |
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Tumblr’s ‘female-presenting nipples’ language isn’t semantic — it’s oppression
Tumblr‘s whiplash-inducing ban on “all adult content” has been about as well-received as a tequila-fart in a car full of strangers with the windows stuck in the up position. Furthermore, it’s offensive, poorly-implemented, and serves little use besides shaming women for having nipples. дальше »
2018-12-15 01:23 | |
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How blockchain technology can — and can’t — prevent sexual assault
For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. This story explores how projects like Callisto and LegalFling are using blockchain technology to store vital information on assaults and record consent. дальше »
2018-12-14 19:20 | |
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Microsoft’s Hummingbird app uses AI to deliver a personalized news feed
Microsoft has quietly released an AI-based news app called Hummingbird on Google Play and Apple’s App Store. It’s currently available only in the US, and is the company’s second news aggregation app. дальше »
2018-12-14 13:32 | |
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Brave browser switches to Chromium code base for faster performance
Google’s open-source Chromium code base is steadily gaining ground of late. After Microsoft opted to use it for Edge last week, privacy-focused browser Brave announced that it has switched to Chromium with its latest release, v. дальше »
2018-12-14 08:14 | |
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Brave browser follows Edge’s lead and switches to Chromium code base
Google’s open-source Chromium code base is steadily gaining ground of late. After Microsoft opted to use it for Edge last week, privacy-focused browser Brave announced that it has switched to Chromium with its latest release, v. дальше »
2018-12-14 08:14 | |
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‘They clearly don’t care’: Fact-checkers on the state of misinformation at Facebook
After a deluge of fake news began to overwhelm Facebook, it got proactive. The social media platform tapped bi-partisan organizations, such as Snopes, to fact-check content on the platform and use their expertise to combat the spread of misinformation. дальше »
2018-12-14 05:53 | |
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You Can Now Use A Built-In Ethereum Wallet On Opera’s Blockchain Crypto Browser
You Can Now Use A Built-In Ethereum Wallet On Opera’s Browser The Opera browser has recently announced that Web 3-ready, the new Android web browser created the company. What is so interesting about it, though? The browser will come with a built-in Ethereum wallet. дальше »
2018-12-13 21:54 | |
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Hard Fork Decentralized’s pitch battle has its first victor
Combatants of Hard Fork Decentralized’s inaugural pitch battle took to the stage last night to share their plans and visions for our blockchain future. Each had only a few minutes to wax poetic about their startup’s use of blockchain. дальше »
2018-12-13 02:46 | |
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This New Lightning Wallet Allows You to Receive Tips Without Running a Node
A new program to set up Lightning Network micropayments, tippin. me, has recently entered beta testing. The developer for this project described some of its details on a Reddit thread to the r/Bitcoin subreddit. дальше »
2018-12-13 22:09 | |
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Innovation Continues Despite Crypto Crush, 0x Launches Web and dApp Payment Platform
As cryptocurrency prices continue to tumble, some blockchain projects may disappear into the digital dust while others forge on with product development that will lead to ease of use and greater adoption. дальше »
2018-12-11 12:00 | |
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TRD COIN ICO
INTRODUCTION We want to build an exchange website known as Bittrader where many coins will be listed and the main pair will be the TRD Coin. Similar to Binance, some of the notable features of Bittrader include strong security, privacy, and untraceable features. дальше »
2018-12-11 09:03 | |
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Instagram gets WhatsApp-style walkie-talkie voice messages
Facebook-owned Instagram has just added one of the best features from its sister app, WhatsApp: direct voice messages. Just as in WhatsApp, you can find it in any conversation (including group chats) in the Direct messaging section of the app. дальше »
2018-12-11 07:59 | |
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Microsoft confirms Edge will support Chrome extensions with Chromium switch
When Microsoft announced its Edge browser would be transitioning to the Chromium platform next year, I had one question: will it support Chrome’s extensions? The answer appears to be yes. As spotted by Thurrott, Edge’s Project Manager, Kyle Alden, took to Reddit to answer some question about the change. дальше »
2018-12-11 02:00 | |
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South Korean bank wants to use blockchain to reduce human error
South Korea’s second largest bank is in the middle of rolling out a blockchain-based system designed to reduce human error. Shinhan Bank is using the blockchain for Interest Rate Swap (IRS) transactions. дальше »
2018-12-10 14:38 | |
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Brave Browser Confirmed as HTC Exodus’ Default Web Browsing App
HTC is resolved to win the race for the best blockchain phone on the market. Its commitment to the community seems to be genuine and not only have they bet on accepting payment exclusively in cryptocurrencies to promote their use but also decided to include third-party software that makes use of these technologies. дальше »
2018-12-9 20:34 | |
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Biohackers enhance sex with this vibrating implant for men
An implant inserted near the pelvis to deliver “on-demand” vibrations is in development by American biohacker Rich Lee. Designed for men, the Lovetron9000 device will be inserted beneath the skin of the pelvis to “enhance the shared experience of lovemaking, emanating a passionate vibration that connects you to your partner,” Lee says. дальше »
2018-12-8 12:02 | |
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Mozilla is deeply concerned about Microsoft killing EdgeHTML
Earlier this week, Microsoft announced that it would discontinue the EdgeHTML browser engine. Future versions of Edge would use Google’s Chromium rendering engine, which powers a swathe of browsers, including Chrome and Opera. дальше »
2018-12-7 15:18 | |
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12 creative virtual reality uses businesses should consider
Virtual reality (VR) has made massive bounds in recent years. We’re now seeing VR as an innovative and creative experience catered to customers. To find out about the creative ways entrepreneurs are using VR — and which methods have true applicability — I asked a panel of entrepreneurs from Young Entrepreneur Council the following question: What’s the most creative use of VR you’ve seen, and how has it inspired your own business efforts? Their best answers are below: 1. дальше »
2018-12-7 12:00 | |
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Apple Watch 4’s ECG heart monitor feature is live, here’s how to use it
One of the biggest upgrades to the Apple Watch Series 4 from its predecessor is its ability to record an electrocardiogram and detect issues with how the user’s heart is functioning. The company’s FDA-approved feature is now live for users in the US. дальше »
2018-12-7 08:52 | |
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Valve’s CS:GO is the latest to shove in a battle royale mode
Valve today revealed it’d be adding a battle royale mode to its FPS Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. I presume it was feeling left out. The new mode will be automatically added to the files of all existing CS:GO players, and is called “Danger Zone. дальше »
2018-12-7 03:07 | |
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HODL my beer: Coinbase trademarks the non-word ‘BUIDL’
In a seemingly random move Coinbase has submitted a trademark request for the word “buidl. ” No, you read the correctly, the cryptocurrency exchange is trying to trademark a miss-spelling of the word “build. дальше »
2018-12-6 16:42 | |
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OnePlus gets first dibs on the Snapdragon 855 with new phone line
It was just yesterday that Qualcomm announced its new Snapdragon 855 processor, but today we learned the first company that will use it: OnePlus. That’ssomething of a surprise. Samsung usually has first dibs, and OnePlus’ tends to release its first phone a bit later in the year. дальше »
2018-12-6 02:43 | |
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Sound researcher quantifies how awful airplane earbuds actually are
It’s one of the worst feelings in the world: You’re on an airplane, only to realize you’ve forgotten your headphones. You’re then forced to use the pair of earbuds provided by the airline just so you don’t have to spend your flight in silence. дальше »
2018-12-5 04:27 | |
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How to add a wake up weather forecast to your iPhone Lock Screen
Hidden deep in the recesses of the Settings menu is a feature Apple, presumably, wants you to use. Part of iOS 12, Apple included a fairly basic Lock Screen notification that gives you the day’s weather each morning shortly after you quit hitting the snooze button. дальше »
2018-12-5 03:58 | |
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Why document management needs an upgrade
We all love to talk about tech and the cloud as if they’ve these things dramatically changed the way we live our lives and work. And don’t get me wrong – they could. They should. But too many of our businesses still operate like it’s 1997 when it comes to asset management. дальше »
2018-12-4 21:24 | |
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Microsoft is reportedly building a Chromium-based browser to replace Edge
Windows Central reports that Microsoft is working on a replacement for its Edge web browser – which is the default option in Windows 10 – that will use Google’s Chromium base under the hood. If that’s legit, it’ll see Microsoft swap out the EdgeHTML engine it built from scratch for the one that’s part of the open source Chromium base, and powers Google Chrome, Opera, and Brave. дальше »
2018-12-4 11:34 | |
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Nvidia open sources its PhysX physics simulation engine
Nvidia has made its PhysX GPU-accelerated physics simulation engine open source, which means anyone can integrate into their games, as well as projects involving AI, robotics, and autonomous vehicle systems. дальше »
2018-12-4 09:35 | |
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Report: Some of you definitely did your Cyber Monday shopping at work
New data from analytics company Mixpanel reveals some facts about the habits of online shoppers — namely that some of you are probably doing your holiday shopping right now, even if you’re not supposed to be. дальше »
2018-12-3 21:02 | |
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