No, Linus Torvalds is not Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto
ZDNet reporter Steven Vaughan-Nichols has solved the mystery of whether Linus Torvalds is Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto: no. But what's interesting is why the reporter had to ask in the first place: In a GitHub Linux kernel repository, it appear.....»»
When Patents Attack 3D Printing: The HangPrinter Is In Peril
Today I saw some sad news. Apparently, a patent has been rewarded to someone in the U.S. for the HangPrinter, someone who is not Torbjorn Ludvigsen, the original creator who released the project as Open Source back in 2014. Yesterday, Torbjorn share.....»»
When Patents Attack 3DPrinting: The HangPrinter Is In Peril
Today I saw some sad news. Apparently, a patent has been rewarded to someone in the US for the Hangprinter, someone who is not Torjorn Ludvigsen, the original creator who released the project as Open Source back in 2014. Yesterday, Torbjorn shared o.....»»
When Patents Attack 3DPrinting: The HangPrinter Is In Perill
Today I saw some sad news. Apparently, a patent has been rewarded to someone in the US for the Hangprinter, someone who is not Torjorn Ludvigsen, the original creator who released the project as Open Source back in 2014. Yesterday, Torbjorn shared o.....»»
The next big Linux update could be something pretty special
Linux foundation founder Linus Tovalds has dubbed the latest update "a pretty big step"......»»
"Father of MIDI" Dave Smith Dies At 72
Sad news from long-time Slashdot reader NormalVisual: Synthtopia reports that Dave Smith, founder of the legendary synthesizer manufacturer Sequential Circuits and creator of the MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) standard, died this past.....»»
"The Orville: New Horizons" Premieres on Hulu
This week saw the premiere of The Orville: New Horizons on Hulu — a third season, now streaming after two seasons on broadcast TV from 2017 to 2019. Seth MacFarlane (the show's creator/star) tells the Hollywood Reporter how that will change the.....»»
Crypto 101: The difference between hot and cold wallets
There are different kinds of cryptocurrency wallets, and the four terms to keep in mind when purchasing one are hot, cold, custodial, and non-custodial. Here's what they all mean.Bitcoin transfer on iPhoneA cryptocurrency wallet is an app or device u.....»»
New York Passes a Bill To Limit Bitcoin Mining
New York lawmakers have passed a bill that would temporarily ban new bitcoin mining operations. Early on Friday, state senators voted 36-27 to pass the legislation. It's now bound for the desk of Governor Kathy Hochul, who will sign it into law or ve.....»»
Instagram wants Reels to stop originating from TikTok with new creator tools and longer clips
Starting today, there are some nice new features coming to Instagram Reels, the TikTok competitor. One of the most important functions being made available is that Reels can last as long as 90 seconds now. more… The post Instagram wants Reels to.....»»
AmigaOne X1000/X5000 Remains Well Supported With PowerPC Linux
Mike Bouma writes: Despite being expensive and having been sold out for quite some time at the main Amiga Dealers, two days after Linus Torvalds' release of Linux 5.18, Christian "xeno74" Zigotzky made the latest PPC kernel available for the AmigaOne.....»»
You can now subscribe to your favorite LIVE TikTok creators
TikTok LIVE lets creators and fans connect in real-time. You can now subscribe to your favorite LIVE TikTok creators in a Twitch-like format. LIVE Subscription is a monthly subscription that allows users to support their favorite LIVE TikTok creator.....»»
5 suspenseful Netflix originals to stream now if you loved The Lincoln Lawyer
Ever since it hit Netflix two weeks ago, The Lincoln Lawyer has been dominating the charts. This original drama series is based on the same Michael Connelly novels as the 2011 movie starring Matthew McConaughey. David E. Kelley — creator of All.....»»
TikTok for iOS adding new tools to tag and credit creators for their work
TikTok is launching a few crediting tools so creators can have the ability to directly tag, mention, and credit a video in their description. The app will also prompt users to credit a creator throughout the posting process along with an educational.....»»
Acer launches new ConceptD laptops and desktops aimed at creators
If you’re a creator and want a computer that can handle all your image or video processing needs, then you might want to take a look at some of Acer’s new ConceptD computers. The post Acer launches new ConceptD laptops and desktops aimed at creat.....»»
China Makes a Comeback in Bitcoin Mining Despite Government Ban
While the US extended its leading position as the dominant location for Bitcoin mining, China has reemerged as the second-largest locale despite a government ban on the activity last year. From a report: The US accounted for 37.84% of global hashrate.....»»
"This is our forest": Climate change means uncertain future for maple trees, syrup season
For centuries, the Abenaki people of the northeastern U.S. and Canada looked at maple sap as a gift from their creator, arriving at a time just before spring when their ancestors' food reserves were low......»»
Bitcoin a safe haven during national economic crises, but not during COVID-19 pandemic, research finds
Research by a Kingston University economist provides fresh evidence for Bitcoin being a safe haven for finance during a nation's economic crisis. The cryptocurrency proves volatile during a global crisis, however, as seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.....»»
Bitcoin Has No Future as a Payments Network, Says FTX Chief
Bitcoin has no future as a payments network because of its inefficiency and high environmental costs, according to one of crypto's most influential chief executives. From a report: Sam Bankman-Fried, founder of the digital asset exchange FTX, said th.....»»
Germany Affirms Crypto Sold After One Year Is Tax-free
Crypto investors in Germany won't pay tax on sales of digital assets such as bitcoin and ether -- as long as they're held for more than one year. From a report: Germany's Federal Ministry of Finance shared the ruling in a 24-page document, which form.....»»
Asus ProArt Station PD5 review: Too little, too late
The Asus ProArt Station PD5 would be a decent creator desktop, if only it came out at the beginning of 2021......»»