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A primer on QuadrigaCX, the curious $134M cryptocurrency mystery

Feb08
by on February 8, 2019 at 3:38 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, cryptocurrency, Hard Fork


QuadrigaCX, one of Canada’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, made headlines all over the world after the sudden death of its founder resulted in the loss of $134 million of users’ funds. The news came months after the troubled exchange had been complaining about banking issues, with some users describing problems with fiat and crypto withdrawals. Given cryptocurrency‘s history (think Mt. Gox et al), reports of Gerald Cotten’ death served to exacerbate fears about the exchange‘s solvency or potential wrongdoing. The situation, although ongoing, is beginning to take shape with some progress being made in the legal sphere. As previously reported by…

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Just starting out in the cloud? 14 experts offer their advice

Feb08
by on February 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Contributors


You’re unlikely to find a modern business that hasn’t heard of cloud computing — and many have already made the switch to hosting their data in the cloud. Being able to access your files anytime, anywhere and from any internet-connected device can be a huge boon for flexible work arrangements, plus it can greatly reduce IT and server equipment costs. If you haven’t used the cloud before, it can be difficult and a bit overwhelming to know where to begin, so we asked Young Entrepreneur Council members the following question: What’s one piece of practical advice you’d offer a small business that’s just getting started with cloud computing? Their best answers are below: 1.…

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How Lush is using AR to change the way you buy bath bombs

Feb08
by on February 8, 2019 at 12:48 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Events, Insider

Our CEO Boris recently visited the headquarters of cosmetic company Lush to explore the cool things they’re doing with tech – and they also made some bath bombs. For years, he’s been friends with Jack Constantine, CDO of Lush, thanks to their shared love for technology and its potential to change the world. When you think of Lush, you don’t automatically assume a connection to tech – but they’ve found some amazing ways to merge digital innovation into their business. With a desire to change the norms of traditional retail, Jack founded Lush Digital, where they’re using an app, artificial intelligence,…

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Apple’s crackdown on screen-recording apps is a privacy win

Feb08
by on February 8, 2019 at 12:44 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Insider


Apple’s iOS screen recording functionality – which was first introduced in version 11 back in 2017 – comes in handy when you’re making how-to videos, testing UI/UX for your apps, or simply recording gameplay while you crush it on Fortnite. Unfortunately, the feature can also be exploited by app developers to secretly record your activities. It’s good Apple’s putting a stop to that. Earlier this week, TechCrunch reported that selected popular apps such as Expedia, Hollister, and Air Canada record activities on your iPhone without asking for your permission. Some of them use third-party services like Glassbox, which takes advantage…

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