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Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and Web3 Explained for Kids

Sat, 30 Dec 2023 05:05:00 +0000

🗄️ What is Blockchain?

Let’s think of blockchain as a special diary that is copied among many different computers. This diary can be used to record transactions - like person A sending money to person B.

The exciting part is that once a transaction is written in the diary, it can never be erased! And for a new transaction to be added, all the computers have to agree that it is valid. This prevents anyone from cheating or changing the records.

What is FIDO? — The Future of Secure and Passwordless Authentication

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 17:58:53 +0000

You know what I hate, I mean hate? Passwords. There are just too many of them, and they’re so hard to keep up with. I find myself losing them all the time. I bet you feel the same way. Well, what if I told you there’s a way to ditch these passwords without compromising security? There’s a way that not only eliminates the hassle but also enhances the usability of the system while making it more secure. Achieving both of these at the same time is quite a feat.

What is Quantum Computing?

Sat, 28 Oct 2023 20:35:47 +0000

Quantum computing is an advanced technology that has the potential to transform our understanding of computing and problem-solving significantly.

The Three Stages of Computer Evolution

According to Dr. Michio Kaku, a theoretical physicist at the City University of New York, there have been** *three stages of computer evolution: classical computers, digital computers, and quantum computers. *

Classical computers are the first generation of computers that use vacuum tubes and punch cards.

Magnetic core memory from the ’50s. Tubes!

Future Batteries The New Era of Energy Storage?

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 22:55:58 +0000

In today’s world, it is hard to imagine life without our smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles. We all want devices that can charge quickly and hold their charge for longer periods of time. Cheaper and more efficient energy storage options are essential to improve our daily lives. However, the current battery technology, lithium-ion, which is the current reigning battery champion, has certain drawbacks.

Undoubtedly, battery technology is a critical component in almost all emerging technology, from personal devices like smartphones and wearables to home energy storage and electric vehicles. Electric mobility relies on a stronger and lighter battery, whereas grid and home energy storage require highly resilient and long-lasting batteries. Furthermore, improving battery supply chains and recycling efforts is essential, which can be partially achieved through battery technology itself.

How Apple and Nike have Branded your Brain ??

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 19:18:44 +0000

Coke is just ? soda, Tylenol is just ? acetaminophen and Levi’s are just ? jeans. Coke, Tylenol, and Levi’s are all just simple items, but people go out of their way to choose these specific brands over others.

An economist would say, “How is this possible, that a rational consumer would be willing to pay more for exactly the same thing?” We love to think about ourselves as rational.

🤳 That’s not how it works. However, the power of brands can influence our behavior beyond the point of sale.