A former crime-fighting officer, Paul Chowles, has been handed a 5. 5-year prison sentence for a clever but illegal Bitcoin grab. He took 50 Bitcoins, now worth about $6 million, from a seized stash during a dark web investigation. Chowles was a lead analyst, which gave him the perfect opportunity t
Cryptocurrencies saw a significant surge during what was dubbed "Crypto Week" by House Republicans. This week was marked by the approval of several pro-crypto bills, which seemed to give a confidence boost to the market. Ethereum, for instance, hit a six-month high on Friday, climbing up to $3, 675.
Blockchain technology has grown fast since Bitcoin came out. It's now used in many areas like banking, supply chains, and even the Internet of Things. But with more users, there's a mix of good and bad transactions. This makes it hard to keep trust in the system. Researchers have come up with a sma
Microsoft's Office XML format is under fire from LibreOffice. They say it's too complicated on purpose. This makes it hard for other programs to work with Microsoft's files. LibreOffice calls this a "lock-in strategy. " They think Microsoft wants to keep users stuck with their software. LibreOffice
Microplastics are sneaky. They change in ways that are hard to track. Scientists have been trying to understand these changes using old methods. But now, a new tech approach is making waves. A team of researchers looked at 1371 microplastic samples. These samples went through seven different types
The stock market has been on a roll, with the S&P 500 bouncing back from its April lows. But what's next? Experts say the sky's not the limit, but gains won't be as huge as before. So, where can investors find solid returns? High-yield dividend stocks might be the answer. Two companies stand out in
Molly White, known for her work on Web3 technologies and her Citation Needed newsletter, shares her tech preferences and reading habits. She uses a Pixel 7, which she considers relatively new for her, as she tends to use devices until they are no longer functional. Her phone wallpaper is a picture o
In Gaza, a young girl named Razan Abu Zaher, just four years old, lost her life due to severe hunger. Her story is not alone. Many children and adults are suffering from malnutrition, with at least 76 kids and 10 adults having died since the conflict started in October 2023. The situation worsened w
Donkey Kong Bananza is all about smashing stuff and having fun. But did you know there's more to it than just punching and jumping? Here are some smart tips to help you get the most out of the game. First, did you know you can roll during a jump to cover more distance? Just press ZL while in mid-ai
The Detroit Lions kicked off their training camp with a bit of bad luck. On Sunday, cornerback Ennis Rakestraw had to exit practice early due to a chest injury. The team is still figuring out how serious it is. This isn't Rakestraw's first run-in with injuries. Last season, as a second-round pick,
