Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The Code That Build the Web Is a Now a $5 Million NFT

The author of the code that built the WWW will donate the proceeds to charity. But the auction raises questions about the transformative impact of non-fungible tokens.

source https://www.wired.com/story/www-code-nft-tim-berners-lee-auction

Crucial Tech Like Email Is Still Failing Trans Employees

If companies truly want to support their LGBTQ+ colleagues, they'd make inclusivity the default setting.

source https://www.wired.com/story/opinion-crucial-tech-like-email-is-still-failing-trans-employees

El Salvador’s Race to Be the Bitcoin Capital of the World

After China’s crackdown, the cryptocurrency crowd is looking for a new haven. The Central American nation thinks it’s the answer.

source https://www.wired.com/story/el-salvador-bitcoin-race

Perk Up With the Best Latte and Cappuccino Makers

Tired of plain espresso and pour-over? Add some milk to your mornings with one of these barista-worthy makers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-latte-and-cappuccino-machines

This OnePlus Phone Is a Good Deal—Except for the Cameras

The Nord N200 5G has many features you don't often find in a cheap phone, but should you settle for lackluster photos?

source https://www.wired.com/review/oneplus-nord-n200-5g

The Experimental African Houses That Outsmart Malaria

A field test of custom-designed homes proves that when carbon dioxide can flow out, mosquitoes stay out too.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-experimental-african-houses-that-outsmart-malaria

How to Stay Cool Without Air-Conditioning

Whether you’re sweltering outdoors or in, we’ve got tips on what to wear, how to hydrate, and which cooling gadgets can help.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-stay-cool-without-air-conditioning