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Crypto Twitter responds to the reality of Facebook’s Libra ‘cryptocurrency’

Jun18
by on June 18, 2019 at 3:25 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, cryptocurrency, Hard Fork


Following months of speculation, Facebook finally confirmed the release of Libra next year. The tech giant also unveiled details about Calibra, its corresponding custodial digital wallet, but failed to provide specifics about its launch plans. Given the buildup to the announcement, it didn’t take long for Twitter to go into meltdown, with many commentators rushing to share their views with the world. Some good, other less so. Libra twitter pic.twitter.com/5M1fgZP2QU — Neeraj K. Agrawal (@NeerajKA) June 18, 2019 Peter Todd, a well-known industry figure and an applied cryptography consultant, didn’t mince his words. I think it’s safe to say Facebook‘s…

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EU lawmakers need to look beyond the ‘top layer’ when regulating the internet

Jun18
by on June 18, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Podium


Brussels policy makers could be forgiven for wanting to move quickly to regulate ‘the internet.’ Assailed by an avalanche of public opinion and a ‘techlash’ against many of the tech giants, politicians and legislators have quickly sought to target those that loom large. Unsurprisingly, this has meant a disproportionate focus on the well-known consumer facing technology platforms. Outwardly, this may seem like a sensible move. But problems occur when policy makers see these large tech platforms as ‘the internet,’ when in fact they are nothing more than the ‘top layer’ — the proverbial tip of the iceberg. Policy ideas and…

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CHEAP: $270 off Harman Kardon’s Onyx 4 speaker sounds like a sweet deal

Jun18
by on June 18, 2019 at 12:52 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Plugged


We’ve written quite a few times about cute and compact Bluetooth speakers. But today, we’re bringing a mega deal for a top-shelf speaker. Harman Kardon’s gorgeous Oxny Studio 4 Bluetooth speaker is selling at just $179, down from $449. The speaker features premium fabric and a beautiful circular design that will make you want to replace your living room centerpiece with it. Plus, its two 75mm woofers and two 20 mm tweeters produce room-filling sound to get the party started. What’s more, you can simultaneously connect two devices, so you don’t have to fight with your mate over the playlist. It…

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