Patreon Must Shift to Apple’s Billing System to Stay on App Store
Apple has mandated that Patreon, a platform that allows creators to offer paid memberships to their fans, must switch to Apple’s in-app purchase system by November 2024 or face removal…
Crypto Startup Funding Increases to $2.7B in Q2 Despite Fewer Deals
Despite a decrease in the total number of deals, venture capital funding for cryptocurrency startups saw a slight increase in the second quarter of the year, suggesting a renewed confidence…
Meta and UMG Target Unauthorized AI Music in New Agreement
Meta and Universal Music Group (UMG) have taken a significant step in addressing the challenges posed by AI-generated music. In their newly expanded multi-year music licensing agreement, the two companies…
Ethereum’s Median Gas Price Reaches Five-Year Low
The cost of transacting on the Ethereum blockchain has significantly decreased, reaching a five-year low, as advancements in layer-2 networks enhance efficiency and reduce network congestion. As of August 10,…
Voltage Issues Lead to Intel Extending Warranty on 13th and 14th Gen CPUs
Intel has extended the warranty on 24 different 13th and 14th Gen desktop chips, including Core i5, Core i7, and Core i9 models, by two full years after discovering that…
AMD Chooses Not to Update Older Processors for Sinkclose Security Threat
AMD has announced that it will not release patches for several older chip models affected by the recently discovered “Sinkclose” security vulnerability, leaving these processors potentially exposed to cyber threats.…
FBI Investigates Hacking Attempts on Trump and Biden-Harris Campaigns
The FBI announced on Monday that it is probing attempted hacks targeting both the Trump and Biden-Harris campaigns. The investigation encompasses attempts on three staffers from the Biden-Harris team and…
Super PAC Invests $850K in Supporting John Deaton’s Campaign Against Senator Warren
A political action committee (PAC), heavily funded by cryptocurrency industry donors, including Ripple, has deployed significant financial resources to bolster Republican John Deaton’s primary campaign in Massachusetts. This move underscores…
Donald Trump and Elon Musk to Engage in Unscripted Live Conversation on X
Elon Musk and Donald Trump are set for a live conversation on X’s Spaces this Monday, August 12, 2024, at 5 PM PT/8 PM ET. The interview, announced by Trump…
Waymo Robotaxis Cause Late-Night Noise Disruption in San Francisco Neighborhood
Waymo’s robotaxis have become an unexpected source of noise in a San Francisco neighborhood, with a nightly honkfest from their parking lot disturbing nearby residents. Since late July, software engineer…
CrowdStrike Accepts the “Most Epic Fail” Award at Def Con
CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity firm, found itself in an unusual spotlight as it accepted the “Most Epic Fail” award at this year’s Pwnie Awards. The recognition comes in the wake…
Susan Wojcicki, Former YouTube CEO, Passes Away at 56
Susan Wojcicki, the former CEO of YouTube and a trailblazing figure in Silicon Valley, has died at the age of 56 after a two-year battle with non-small cell lung cancer.…
Samsung Sees Sales Increase as Athletes Use Foldable Phones for Podium Selfies
Samsung’s foldable Galaxy Z Flip6 smartphone has seen a notable increase in sales, attributed to the “victory selfies” taken by athletes on the podium at the Paris Olympics. As a…
Meta and University Researchers Develop Dissolvable Microchip Material to Tackle E-Waste
Researchers have developed a novel material, similar to those used in dental fillings, which could significantly reduce electronic waste (e-waste). In 2022, global e-waste amounted to 62 million metric tons,…
Tether Aims to Double Workforce by 2025, Emphasizing Compliance and Automation
Tether Holdings Ltd., the issuer behind the world’s largest stablecoin, USDT, is reportedly planning a significant expansion of its workforce by mid-2025. According to an interview with CEO Paolo Ardoino…
Bitrace Alerts Users to Emerging Crypto Scam Targeting QR Codes
In a recent social media update, blockchain analysis firm Bitrace has issued a significant warning about a new crypto scam involving QR codes that could potentially empty your digital wallet.…
Meta Shuts Down VR Game Studio Ready at Dawn
Meta has permanently closed Ready at Dawn Studios, a renowned developer known for its VR games such as Echo VR and Lone Echo, as reported by Android Central. The closure,…
Alibaba Takes the Lead in AI Math Models with Qwen2-Math
Alibaba Cloud, the cloud division of the Chinese tech giant Alibaba, has released a new math-focused large language model (LLM) named Qwen2-Math, positioning it as the world’s most powerful AI…
Trump Mixes Up Former Mayor Willie Brown with Ex-Governor Jerry Brown in Recounted Helicopter Incident
During a recent press conference at his Mar-a-Lago estate, former President Donald Trump recounted what he described as a near-death experience, mistakenly referencing former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown instead…
Bluesky Welcomes Techdirt Founder Mike Masnick to Board
Bluesky, the decentralized social network aiming to offer an alternative to X, announced on Monday the addition of Mike Masnick, founder of the tech blog Techdirt, to its board. Masnick…