Ever heard of crypto coins? These digital currencies are shaking things up in a big way! There are over 700 of them traded on Coindesk, and in November 2016, their total value soared to over $14 billion. But why are they such a big deal? Let's take a closer look! Without a central bank to manage th
Proper cryptography is key to safeguarding data in today's digital world. That's why many tools have been created to spot and fix cryptographic mistakes, known as crypto-API misuses. Developers are increasingly using these tools to catch errors. But how effective are they in real-world scenarios? Th
Have you ever thought about what happens to your crypto when you're gone? It’s a tricky subject because you can’t just take someone’s digital assets without confirmation that they’ve passed away. This is where the Tales From the Crypt Protocol comes in. It keeps things secure by ensuring privacy unt
Think of it as a digital wallet for your health records. My Health Record, managed by the Australian Government, lets you keep your medical details safe online. No more scattered notes or memory lapses. It’s all there, at your fingertips – from your medications to allergies and test results. You cal
Deep in the heart of Halmahera Utara, there's a village named Talaga Paca, known for its breathtaking lakes, caves, forests, and an abundance of wildlife. Ironically, the villagers face high poverty rates, with nearly three-quarters living below the poverty line. Despite their natural riches, they h
You might spot some amazing shooting stars this fall! The Taurid meteor shower will be visible soon. NASA says it's one of the biggest meteor showers, thanks to Comet Encke. This comet left a bunch of space debris behind, and when Earth passes through it, we see a show! The shower has two parts: the
On a Tuesday, a man's visit to the U. S. Capitol took an unexpected turn. During a security check at the Capitol Visitor Center, he was stopped by police. The reason? He had a torch and a flare gun with him, and he smelled of fuel. Authorities quickly took action, canceling public tours for the rest
You might have heard about the ongoing feud between Huawei and the US government. It's been a big deal in the tech world, with Huawei facing sanctions that make it tough for them to get the latest chips. But Huawei isn't letting that stop them. They're on a mission to expand their chip manufacturing
Imagine this: a soccer match in Peru was suddenly interrupted by a lightning strike. The bolt hit José Hugo De la Cruz Meza, a 39-year-old defender for the Chocca Family team, as he and other players were leaving the field due to bad weather at the Coto Coto stadium near Huancayo. The strike was so
Salem, Massachusetts just set a new record for Halloween visitors! The city welcomed 87, 351 visitors on October 31, shattering last year's record of 63, 856. This spooky influx is part of the annual Haunted Happenings festival, which brought in 1, 040, 600 visitors this October—an 8. 6% increase fr
