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We’re losing control of tech’s future – here’s how we can reclaim it

Apr05
by on April 5, 2019 at 4:08 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Events, Insider, TNW2019


We seem to be at a crossroads when it comes to the future of tech. Advancements in fields like artificial intelligence raise dangers we need to collectively address as a society, before it’s too late. Will we embrace tech for better or for worse? James Bridle, a multimedia artist and best-selling author, will discuss the tech hurdles we face at TNW Conference in Amsterdam on May 9 and 10. His new book, New Dark Age, is a collection of gripping examples of how we misidentify the dangers technology presents. Bridle calls upon real world illustrations, ones we’re all familiar with,…

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TNW2019 Daily: How to become a volunteer

Apr05
by on April 5, 2019 at 2:29 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Events, Insider, TNW2019


There are only 34 days left until our tech conference, TNW2019! As we approach May 9 and 10, I’d like to share a little life hack for how you can attend for free. Volunteer at TNW2019 Last year, my younger sister joined TNW2018 as a volunteer. She wanted to enjoy the tech festival vibes, meet interesting people, and build up her CV – and she had a blast. If you’re looking to do the same, I highly recommend joining us for TNW2019 as a volunteer! You can sign up right here. There’s even a free t-shirt involved. I may have…

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For better or worse, we’re still obsessed with Bitcoin’s price

Apr05
by on April 5, 2019 at 1:22 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, cryptocurrency, Hard Fork


Cryptocurrencies are renowned – and often criticized – for their volatility. It’s what makes them both risky and attractive for skeptics and investors. Over the past decade, the mainstream press has largely ignored Bitcoin, generally focusing its coverage on the digital currency‘s association with crime and its sudden price movements. It’s therefore not surprising that Bitcoin‘s recent value rise resulted in countless headlines, with many industry commentators taking the opportunity to chime in. To recap, Bitcoin hit the $4,000 mark for the first time since January on March 27 and continued to rise until it surpassed $5,000 on April 3. At the…

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For better or worse, we’re still obsessed with Bitcoin’s price

Apr05
by on April 5, 2019 at 1:22 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, cryptocurrency, Hard Fork


Cryptocurrencies are renowned – and often criticized – for their volatility. It’s what makes them both risky and attractive for skeptics and investors. Over the past decade, the mainstream press has largely ignored Bitcoin, generally focusing its coverage on the digital currency‘s association with crime and its sudden price movements. It’s therefore not surprising that Bitcoin‘s recent value rise resulted in countless headlines, with many industry commentators taking the opportunity to chime in. To recap, Bitcoin hit the $4,000 mark for the first time since January on March 27 and continued to rise until it surpassed $5,000 on April 3. At the…

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I took a virtual walk in the blockchain so you don’t have to

Apr05
by on April 5, 2019 at 1:17 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, blockchain, cryptocurrency, Hard Fork


The blockchain is a strange place. Everything including orange juice, milk, almonds, and even fridges have been “put on the blockchain.” But you could never put yourself on the blockchain and go for a walk, until now. Thanks to Cryptovoxels, you can now take a walk on the Ethereum blockchain. According to its website, Cryptovoxels is a user-owned virtual world running on the Ethereum blockchain. Think of it as Minecraft with more cryptocurrency and less color. In fact, the project’s lead developer Ben Nolan told Hard Fork that’s where he got his inspiration. “I was inspired by Minecraft and loved…

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