GameStop FOMO inspires a new wave of crypto pump-and-dumps
500+Ars Technica / 23min
Enlarge (credit: peng song / Getty ) After the California Gold Rush, in 1870, two Kentucky swindlers whipped up a scheme to prey on thirsty financiers’ FOMO. They invented a diamond field out West. Investors sunk millions in today’s money into the scheme. All of it, of course, was for naught—a cautionary tale about believing anyone who claims they have a surefire plan to get rich quick. A hundred
This Legend Stacked Over 1,500 Jenga Blocks on a Single Vertical Block
64How-To Geek / 2h
Jenga is hard enough when you play it the regular way. This guy, however, kicked it up to hard mode and stacked over 1,500 Jenga blocks atop a single vertical Jenga block. And hey, it only took 11 hours. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
iPhone 13 sounds even more disappointing in the face of the Pixel 6 redesign
52TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The iPhone 13 looks to be a minor update, and with what Google is doing Apple couldn’t have picked a worse year for it.
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Apple says its retail stores will keep their mask mandates for now
SlashGear / 35min
A number of big retailers, including Trader Joe’s, Walmart, and Costco, have already announced that they will no longer require vaccinated customers to wear masks in their stores. The decision came, in some cases, within hours of the CDC’s latest mask guidance, but not all companies are ready to lift their mask requirements. Apple is officially counted among the latter … Continue reading
These Tools Can Help You Find Your Lost Devices
76Wired / 41min
Between Apple's new AirTags, Samsung's SmartTags, and Tile trackers, you have plenty of options to make sure you don't lose your phone—or your keys.
Google IO 2021: four big things we expect to see and two things we don’t
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 46min
Google IO kicks off soon and we’re expecting to see exciting new hardware and software, including Android 12.
What Does “Meatspace” Mean?
How-To Geek / 1h
No, “meatspace” isn’t the frozen food aisle at the grocery store. We’ll explain what this tidbit of internet history means, and what it reveals about our changing attitudes about the internet. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
VPN isn't perfect, it's a work in progress
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
A Q&A with Vykintas Maknickas, Product Strategist at Nord Security
Nikon Z30 release date, price, rumors and what we want to see
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
The Nikon Z30 rumors have been growing recently. But when might we see this compact Z-mount camera?
Google Photos to end free unlimited uploads: What it means to you
SlashGear / 1h
Google Photos has brought a whole new dimension to treasuring cherished memories ever since it first burst into the scene in 2015. Right from that time, the photo sharing and cloud storage service has been popular for its free unlimited storage. Users have enjoyed this feature all these years, saving the most important moments with utter piece of mind – … Continue reading
Why everyone's talking about ADHD right now (and why it’s kinda annoying)
Mashable / 1h
If you're reading this, it means you haven't muted "ADHD" from your feeds yet. For that, I'm grateful. At the same time, I kinda get why you might have. Over the past year or so, ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) seems to have exploded on social media , particularly on TikTok and Twitter. Simultaneously (almost inevitably), the growing interest sparked increasingly contentious onlin
Huge Android 12 leak reveals more of its revamped design
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Android 12 is rumored to be bringing changes to the aesthetics of Google's mobile operating system.
MotoGP France live stream 2021: how to watch French Grand Prix online from anywhere
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Yamaha still leads the constructors' standings despite Jack Miller's first victory for Ducati. Here's how to get a MotoGP live stream of the French Grand Prix - no matter where you are.
I ran 300 miles with cheap running headphones, and now I'll never splash out again
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Why spend hundreds on running headphones when cheap pairs are just as good?
How one air fryer showed I can never go back to cooking fries in the oven again
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Air fryers may seem like another useless kitchen gadget that but here’s why one writer will never go back to her usual french fry-making method again
The Truth is Out There with This Interactive UFO Sighting Map
36How-To Geek / 2h
If you’re like me and watched literally every UFO show on Netflix this past year, or the X-Files on repeat, then you’ll love this interactive map of UFO sightings in the United States. Whether you saw something weird in the night sky while walking the dog, or are just curious, it’s worth a look. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
You Can Buy the First Bottle of Wine Ever Aged In Outer Space
23How-To Geek / 2h
Ready for a taste of space? Christie’s auction house is selling bottle of Pétrus 2000 wine that spent 14 months in the International Space Station. Proceeds from the sale, which could total over $1 million, will go toward agricultural experiments in space. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Bring the movies home with this budget-friendly Kodak projector
59Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Bring the big screen to your living room with the Kodak FLIK X4 Home Projector , on sale for 20% off. As of May 16, get one for only $79.99. If you're binge-watching on a smartphone, iPad, or even flat-screen TV, you're doing it wrong. There's something better out there with a bigger screen. And no, we're not talking about the movie theater. Consider upgrading your screen size with the Kod
Make your business attractive to investors with this course bundle
28Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Learn how to fund your business with the Complete CEO Startups Venture Capital Bundle , on sale for 97% off. As of May 16, grab it for only $39.99. In 2021, you can start a business from your kitchen counter. But if you have a million-dollar idea on your hands, you’ll need to know how to attract the interest of venture capitalists. The Complete CEO Startups Venture Capital Bundle can help.
Save 33% on a super cool 'levitating' smart lamp
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Give your home some pizzazz with the Gravita Levitating Smart Lamp , which is on sale as of May 16 for $89.99 — a 33% savings. When the worlds of technology and home decor join forces, they come up with some pretty stellar things. This futuristic lamp not only levitates but also brings wireless power and music to your space — all for under $100. Originally funded on Kickstarter with over $
Make mornings more pleasant with a sunrise alarm clock on sale
25Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Get your circadian rhythm going with help from the Tekjoy Sunrise LED Alarm Clock . As of May 16, get it on sale for only $32.99 — a 34% savings. Great sleep can be hard to come by these days. Stop putting up with sleepless nights and figure out a solution for all the times you're tossing and turning — like the Tekjoy Sunrise LED Alarm Clock . The Tekjoy is a wake-up light alarm clock that
Save on a wide selection of pop culture-themed neon illusion prints
Mashable / 2h
When your home starts to feel dull or drab, you may want to drastically shake things up. But often something simple — like some high-quality artwork — can go a long way. For a limited time, you can grab one of these illusion art prints of your favorite rapper or superhero and take your space from drab to fab in one fell swoop. Created by Romanian self-taught artist Octavian Mielu , these pop cult
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Scammers are using a network of fake apps to steal funds from crypto newbies
44TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Cybercriminals are using fake crypto and banking apps to steal cash from mobile users.
Optimise your processes with this stacked project management course
Mashable / 7h
TL;DR: The 2021 Project and Product Manager Essentials Bundle is on sale for £28.43 as of May 16, saving you 97% on list price. Being a project manager is no easy feat. After all, project management involves dealing with different types of people, keeping projects completed on time and within budget, and dealing with the pressure that ultimately, you're responsible for the success and failure of
Start marketing your own music with this discounted online bundle
Mashable / 7h
TL;DR: The Music Marketing Master Class Bundle is on sale for £24.88 as of May 16, saving you 97% on list price. If you're spending your increased time at home learning to play an instrument, maybe it's time to take those skills to the next level: writing and marketing your own music. You could just dive in with no formal training, but if you prefer a little instruction before getting down to bus
Watch American Netflix from the UK with this high-speed VPN
Mashable / 7h
SAVE 49%: A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £4.90 per month as of May 16, and includes an extra three months for free. Do you want to seriously boost your content options without relying on a series of dodgy streams that flood you with unwanted ads and online threats? We have just what you need. VPNs are primarily used as security tools that provide protection for your sensitiv
A Porn Site Sold an NFT, so Of Course the Winner’s Username Is NSFW
70Gizmodo / 9h
Even porn sites are getting in on the craze around NFTs. Earlier this week, CamSoda held an online auction for a rare CryptoPunk 7060 NFT. Of course, given that we’re talking about a porn site, it’s no surprise that the winner’s username is NSFW. Read more...
Mass Fight Breaks Out At London Airport
31View from the Wing / 12h
A fight broke out Friday morning around 8 a.m. London time that got so large seventeen people were arrested and three were snt to the hospital. The melee occurred at London’s Luton airport, which is a center of low cost carrier operations like easyJet, Ryanair and Wizz Air. Continue reading ...
These Sustainable Shoes Are Great for Your Feet and for Your Carbon Footprint
Futurism / 12h
Being a sneakerhead isn’t cheap and it’s not good for the environment , either. In fact, trainers account for 1.4-percent of the global greenhouse gas emissions , which is a pretty intense considering that air travel is responsible for 2.5 percent. So if owning sustainable shoes is as important to you as owning a stylish, comfortable sneaker, you need to hear about Lane Eight’s Trainer AD 1 for M
President Biden’s Alleged Venmo Account Was Found in Less Than 10 Minutes and Then Promptly Disappeared
69Gizmodo / 12h
It all started with a passing mention. On Friday, the New York Times published a feature story about what life was like in President Joe Biden’s White House. In the feature, the outlet noted that Biden had sent his grandchildren money using Venmo, which prompted an inquisitive “Oh?” from yours truly. I wasn’t the only… Read more...
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