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Quality Technology Services used 30 million gallons of water without payment in Georgia
1+ hour, 9+ min ago (177+ words) A Blackstone-owned data center drank nearly 30 million gallons of unmetered water during a drought while nearby residents were told to cut back. While residents of Fayette County, Georgia were being told to conserve water during a state-declared drought emergency, a…...
Bittensor unveils Taon Square, a directory for AI tools and services
4+ day, 10+ hour ago (366+ words) The decentralized AI network launches a centralized hub to help users actually find the tools its subnets are building. Bittensor has launched Taon Square, a directory that aggregates AI tools and services running on its decentralized network. Think of it…...
Kelp DAO blames Layer Zero infrastructure for $292 M rs ETH hack, shifts to Chainlink CCIP
1+ week, 5+ hour ago (325+ words) Kelp says the exploit originated from Layer Zero operated infrastructure, while Layer Zero says the attack was tied to Kelp's single DVN setup. Kelp DAO said Layer Zero approved the bridge configuration later blamed for the $292 million rs ETH exploit,…...
Craig Newmark: Venture capital pressures lead to 'enshittification' of web design, the importance of building networks for impact, and why authenticity is crucial for online trust | Conversations with Tyler
1+ week, 6+ day ago (321+ words) Financial pressures are degrading web design quality, sparking a need for community-driven digital solutions. The decline in web page design quality is linked to the increasing demands of venture capital, leading to a process of "enshittification. The big problem is…...
Elizabeth Reid: AI threatens Google's search dominance, user engagement is shifting towards AI summaries, and understanding diverse user needs is crucial for adaptation | Odd Lots
2+ week, 5+ day ago (217+ words) Elizabeth Reid serves as Vice President of Search at Google. She joined the company in 2003 as its first female engineer in the New York office and contributed to Google Local, the foundation for much of the local information in Google…...
Katie Dill: Stripe's homepage redesign reflects its growth, 78% of Forbes AI 50 rely on its products, and the importance of clarity in web design | Y Combinator Startup Podcast
2+ week, 6+ day ago (448+ words) Stripe's homepage redesign highlights its expanded product suite and pivotal role in the AI industry's growth. Katie Dill is Head of Design at Stripe. She previously served as Head of Experience Design at Airbnb and Head of Design at Lyft....
Iran maps Persian Gulf undersea cables, raising cyber threat concerns
2+ week, 6+ day ago (191+ words) IRGC-linked Tasnim has mapped the Persian Gulf's undersea internet cables, signaling potential escalation in cyber-physical threats. The ceasefire-by-April-30 market sits at 13. 5% YES, down from 32% yesterday. The mapping targets undersea digital links in the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint under Iran's…...
Apple delists Jack Dorsey's decentralized messaging app Bitchat in China
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (388+ words) The app was found to breach Article 3 of regulations governing internet services with public opinion or social mobilization capabilities. Apple has taken down Bitchat, the decentralized messaging application built by Bitcoin advocate Jack Dorsey, from the China App Store after…...
Aaron Krause: Email services prioritize data extraction over user privacy, the impact of pricing on labor quality, and the pitfalls of exclusivity deals | How I Built This
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (357+ words) Shark Tank deals often evolve post-show, highlighting the importance of negotiation skills for entrepreneurs. Most email services were built to extract that data not protect it scanning your messages tracking when you open them building a profile you never agreed…...
Meta tests Instagram Plus subscription with stealth story viewing and paid features for users
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (219+ words) The test introduces paid features like hidden story viewing, expanded audience controls, and boosted visibility as Meta explores new subscription revenue. Meta Platforms has begun testing a new premium subscription called Instagram Plus, offering everyday users access to exclusive features…...