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Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Cubans resort to Bitcoin to bypass US sanctions’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. äàëüøå »
2019-9-14 13:28 | |
Largest Bitcoin ATM Network Coinme Raises New Funding from Ripple’s Xpring
Coinme, which provides kiosks and ATMs for digital currencies, raised $1. 5 million in a Series A-1 financing round that included Ripple’s subsidiary Xpring and Blockchain Finance Fund, the company said. äàëüøå »
2019-9-14 02:13 | |
Twitter’s refusal to dox a cow stymies Republican’s $250M lawsuit
US Rep. Devin Nunes can’t seem to catch a break. First, despite his memo blaming Obama and the FBI for all the evils in the world, his fellow former members of the Trump transition team keep getting indicted for being bad at crime. äàëüøå »
2019-9-14 21:31 | |
Scammers are now selling stolen cash for Bitcoin on the dark web
Just when you probably thought you’d seen it all, scammers are now selling discounted hacked cash in exchange for Bitcoin on the dark web. According to security firm Armor’s 2019 Black Market report, released this month, savvy criminals are selling cash on the dark web to avoid the risks associated with having to deal with the funds themselves. äàëüøå »
2019-9-13 14:58 | |
Apple’s revised policy for kids’ apps allows devs to collect anonymized data and display ads
Apple has revised its App Store Review Guidelines with regards to kids’ apps, and its upcoming Sign in with Apple authentication feature. Its guidelines have now been updated to state that, in limited cases, third-party analytics may be permitted in kids apps — provided that the services do not collect or transmit any identifiable information about children, such as their name, date of birth, email address, location, or unique device identifier. äàëüøå »
2019-9-13 11:05 | |
Mozilla begins charging for services — starting with Firefox premium support for enterprises
Mozilla’s foray into paid services is finally kicking off for real. The Firefox maker is rolling out a new offer for organizations that run the browser in enterprise environments with a premium support plan. äàëüøå »
2019-9-13 08:37 | |
Microsoft will livestream its October 2 Surface event, suggesting big reveals
In late August, we learned Microsoft was planning its next Surface event for October 2nd – although the fact that it was announcing hardware was more of an assumption than an official confirmation. äàëüøå »
2019-9-13 04:05 | |
Nintendo debuts Ring Fit Adventure, the Switch’s answer to Wii Fit
Nintendo today finally revealed what the heck that ring peripheral it teased last week is all about. Namely, the company’s releasing its Switch version of the Wii Fit, an exercise game called Ring Fit Adventure, which turns that bizarre rubber ring into a whole-body sensor. äàëüøå »
2019-9-13 21:04 | |
Amazon will launch new Alexa hardware on September 25
It’s that time of year: every other gadget company seems to have new hardware on the way. Samsung and Apple have already had their events, and Microsft has one October 2nd. Today, Amazon sent out invites for a hardware event taking place on September 25th. äàëüøå »
2019-9-13 20:23 | |
AXA XL offers $1M insurance solution for Hoyos crypto wallet users
AXA XL offers $1M insurance solution for Hoyos crypto wallet users - CryptoNinjas AXA XL, the Property & Casualty and Specialty Risk division of AXA, today announced it has developed an insurance solution for Hoyos Integrity Corporation (Hoyos) to enhance its secure digital “hot” wallet. äàëüøå »
2019-9-13 17:21 | |
France doesn’t want Facebook to operate Libra in Europe
Facebook’s ambitious cryptocurrency project, Libra, has been facing a lot of heat in Europe since its announcement in June. Now, according to Reuters, the French finance minister, Bruno Le Maire, doesn’t want it to operate in the EU, as he feels it’s unclear exactly how the digital currency will function. äàëüøå »
2019-9-12 13:47 | |
Uber won’t reclassify drivers as employees, despite California’s AB5 ruling
Uber has said it has no plans to reclassify its vast army of drivers as employees, in light of the the gig workers’ rights bill passed in the California Senate yesterday. “We continue to believe drivers are properly classified as independent, and because we’ll continue to be responsive to what the vast majority of drivers tell us they want most — flexibility — drivers will not be automatically reclassified as employees, even after January of next year,” the company said in a statement. äàëüøå »
2019-9-12 09:40 | |
PSA: You can now cover your iPhone with a monthly AppleCare+ plan forever
Along with a bunch of devices announced at its events, the company has quietly made some changes to the payment plans for its AppleCare+ device warranty that’s worth knowing about: you can now pay for the company’s extended warranty plan on a monthly basis, for as long as you like. äàëüøå »
2019-9-12 09:09 | |
Watch: NASA astronauts build gorgeous zero-gravity fires for science
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) are tasked with conducting hundreds of experiments, but perhaps none are as pretty as recent efforts to shape fire in zero gravity conditions. äàëüøå »
2019-9-12 01:42 | |
CHEAP: $400 off the 13-inch MacBook Pro is an out-of-the world deal
Last night, Apple unveiled a bunch of stuff including new phones, a new watch, and a new iPad. However, there was hardly any mention of MacBooks. So, if you were waiting for the Apple event to buy a new laptop and got disappointed, don’t worry. äàëüøå »
2019-9-11 17:13 | |
How Apple plans to overtake Android cameras with new iPhone 11 features
If you asked reviewers about the best camera on a phone last year, chances are that Apple’s phones might not feature in the top three. Google’s Pixel 3 and Huawei’s duo of P30 Pro and Mate 20 Pro ruled the charts with their versatile camera setups, and the ability to take stunning pictures in low light. äàëüøå »
2019-9-11 12:39 | |
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Akon favors Bitcoin over ‘military-backed’ dollar’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. äàëüøå »
2019-9-11 11:06 | |
Here’s what the iPhone 11 lineup costs in India – and what you can buy instead
If you had better things to do last night, you may have missed Apple launching three new iPhones:: the iPhone 11, the iPhone 11 Pro, and the iPhone 11 Pro Max. These phones will be available in India on September 27. äàëüøå »
2019-9-11 09:11 | |
Mozilla pilots its VPN service for Firefox desktop users in the US
Mozilla is officially launching its Firefox Private Network VPN service for desktop users in the US. The VPN service, currently in beta, is part of a pilot experiment to test-drive new, privacy-centric products from the Firefox maker. äàëüøå »
2019-9-11 08:45 | |
Apple details its new trade-in program and Watch Studio
Apple today wrapped up its September event today with a few words about its new retail initiatives, including a trade-in program that should help users transition to the new iPhone 11. Apple revealed that, alongside the launch of the new iPhone models, it will be offering a new trade-in program allowing those who want to upgrade to pay in monthly installments. äàëüøå »
2019-9-11 03:24 | |
Apple will ship an 18W fast charger with the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max
After years of shipping a tiny 5W charger brick in the box with iPhones, Apple with finally include an 18W USB C-to-lightening charger with the iPhone 11 Pro and the iPhone 11 Pro Max. Sadly, the iPhone 11 won’t get the benefit of that. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 21:25 | |
Apple launches the iPhone 11 Pro with triple cameras and hours more battery
Just as we all expected, Apple announced the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max today – the more advanced (and expensive) alternative to the iPhone 11. It comes with triple cameras, and Apple notes its serious about the ‘Pro’ name: it’s a device for people to get work done. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 21:21 | |
Apple Watch Series 5 gets an always-on display and $399 starting price
Apple today revealed its latest Apple Watch, the Series 5, which is always on and comes in beautiful new finishes. It’s available for pre-order starting today. The Apple Watch packs new hardware, including an Always On retina display. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 20:50 | |
Apple launches its new 10.2-inch iPad, starting at $329
Apple today launched its newest 7th generation iPad at its special event. The new device will replace the 9. 7-inch iPad – the model which had a 60 percent of the share of all iPads sold last year, according to Apple. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 20:34 | |
Apple TV+ launches on November 1 for $4.99/month
Apple has announced that it will begin streaming some of its original content for Apple TV+ starting November 1 for $4. 99/month. The company took to the keynote to preview Jason Mamoa-starrer See, which joins For All Mankind, Dickinson, The Morning Show, among other shows available exclusively as part of the tech giant’s roster of original programming for its video streaming service. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 20:28 | |
Apple Arcade launches on September 19 at $4.99 a month
Apple today revealed more about its upcoming Arcade game service as part of its September reveal — namely that the service is closer to launch than we ever realized. It’ll launch in over 150 countries on September 19. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 20:20 | |
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Bitcoin explodes to $12,750 in Argentina after foreign currency purchases restricted’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 11:56 | |
Google purges 24 malware-ridden apps that were downloaded 500,000 times
Android just can’t seem to shake off its malware issues. A new malware campaign targeting Android has been found to engage in ad fraud at least since early June 2019. The findings, disclosed by cybersecurity firm CSIS Security Group, reveal that the malware — called Joker — is designed to surreptitiously sign users up for premium service subscriptions, in addition to stealing the victim’s SMS messages, the contact list, and device information. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 10:46 | |
Samsung says Galaxy Fold will run ‘hundreds’ of optimized apps at launch
Samsung’s Galaxy Fold was delayed so much we were beginning to think it wouldn’t even come out this year. Luckily that all changed last week. If there’s one benefit to the delay – besides, you know, a phone that won’t immediately break – is that it’s also given Samsung and developers some time to optimize software for the world’s most famous bendy phone. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 03:15 | |
Nintendo files patent for bendy Joy-Con (pray they don’t drift)
Nintendo recently filed a patent for Joy-Con that can bend, meaning the Switch’s troublesome little sticks might finally become a little more flexible — though that’s probably not the improvement Joy-Con drift sufferers were hoping for. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 02:32 | |
Leak: Google’s Pixel 4 could include an astrophotography mode
Our phones get better at capturing images in low light every year, but as far as I know, no phone has been good enough to capture stars in the night sky. If a new leak is to be believed, Google might be the one to change that Spanish tech site Pro Android posted a what appears to be an upcoming marketing video for the Pixel 4. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 00:18 | |
Meet the finalists for IBM’s $200K Call for Code competition
The 2019 Call for Code challenge is coming to a close as partners IBM and David Clark Cause are set to announce the grand prize winner next month. The months-long contest solicited technologists from around the world to invent solutions to improve natural disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. äàëüøå »
2019-9-10 22:35 | |
Microsoft unveils new To Do as Wunderlist founder mourns its imminent death
Microsoft today revealed an update for its To-Do app, now simply called To Do, that makes the app much more useful and pleasant to look at. But not everyone is happy, as the development of this app potentially signals the retirement of another. äàëüøå »
2019-9-9 21:28 | |
Bitcoin analysts show ‘apparent relationship’ between exchange flow and price
There’s less Bitcoin flowing in and out of cryptocurrency exchanges lately, which indicates calm from those who’ve been keen to profit from its price movements — especially when compared to levels recorded in June and July. äàëüøå »
2019-9-9 19:26 | |
Microsoft president sides with Huawei in battle with US
While Huawei is still battling with the US ban, it has found some comforting words from its long term ally, Microsoft. The company’s president and Chief Legal Officer, Brad Smith, told Bloomberg Businessweek in an interview the Chinese company is being treated in an un-American way by President Trump. äàëüøå »
2019-9-9 14:56 | |
How to watch Apple’s iPhone 11 launch event live
At its annual hardware launch event on September 10, Apple is set to unveil the latest iPhone, as well as other products and major software updates. How many cameras will the iPhone 11 have? What new features will be available in iOS 13 updates? All will be revealed soon, and you can tune in live on whatever device you have handy. äàëüøå »
2019-9-9 13:51 | |
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Bitcoin millionaire threatened by home invader with shotgun – jumps off balcony’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. äàëüøå »
2019-9-9 11:27 | |
The feature-rich Vivaldi browser finally arrives on Android
Almost three years after launching its desktop version, cross-platform browser Vivaldi has finally released its mobile version today. The brainchild of Opera’s co-founder Jon von Tetzchner, published an Android beta version today that brings swipe gesture for navigation, built-in note-taking functionality, and privacy controls including a no-tracking option. äàëüøå »
2019-9-9 10:59 | |
What to expect from Apple’s September 10 iPhone event
Apple‘s annual iPhone event is almost upon us, which means it’s officially raining Apple hardware and software. As is the customary tradition, the company is expected to unveil a number of products at the Steve Jobs Theater on its Apple Park campus tomorrow. äàëüøå »
2019-9-9 10:41 | |
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Analyst predicts monster Bitcoin rally’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. äàëüøå »
2019-9-8 12:45 | |
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Bitcoin whale moves $1B worth of Bitcoin for just $700 in fees’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. äàëüøå »
2019-9-7 12:26 | |
Apple claps back at Google for spreading FUD in iOS exploit report
It was just last week that we covered a report by Google‘s Project Zero security researchers claiming they’d identified a malware campaign targeting iPhones for “at least two years. ” When successful, the exploit chain allowed iPhones to be compromised with no interaction from the user beyond visiting a malicious website. äàëüøå »
2019-9-7 23:09 | |
China is following Facebook’s playbook to issue a centralized digital currency
China‘s upcoming state-controlled digital currency is to be similar to Facebook‘s proposed coin, which makes total sense, because Libra isn’t really a cryptocurrency. Mu Changchun, deputy director of payments at China‘s central bank, explained the country was issuing its digital currency “to protect our monetary sovereignty and legal currency status,” Reuters reports. äàëüøå »
2019-9-6 15:44 | |
Amazon is reportedly launching a food delivery service in India to rival Zomato and Swiggy
After establishing a strong base with its ecommerce and streaming content business in India, Amazon is reportedly set to unveil its food delivery service in the country next month. According to a report by Mint, the company will start the service under its Prime Now banner first in Bengaluru, and then in Mumbai and New Delhi. äàëüøå »
2019-9-6 13:25 | |