Monthly Archives: May 2018
'Solo' review roundup: It may not leave an impression, but it'll make you smile
Solo: A Star Wars Story flies into theaters in little over a week, and reviews point to a Star Wars adventure that’s perfectly fine, we’re all fine, how are you? But seriously; Solo has been through a lot, from a highly scrutinized casting process to director shakeups to our own doubts from the first full […]
This 'blockchain-based state' is the disaster love child of Ayn Rand's ghost and pain
There are a lot of sketchy ideas and publicity stunts pushed at the annual Consensus blockchain conference in New York City, but hot damn this “blockchain-based state” has truly managed to set the bar. It’s called Decenturion, and, if its representatives at Consensus are to be believed, it’s a decentralized society backed by real people […]
Facebook's new transparency report ignores its biggest problems
Another day, another stop on Facebook’s never-ending apology tour. On Tuesday, that takes the form of the social network’s latest transparency report, which, for the first time, includes stats on the vast amounts of content the company removes for violating its community standards. SEE ALSO: Why you feel guilty unfriending people you don’t even like […]
Gaming investors eye jackpot from U.S. sports betting ruling
New York (Reuters) – Shares in gaming and casino companies jumped on Monday, led by Scientific Games Corp , as investors wagered on new business opportunities for the industry after the U.S. Supreme Court paved the way for states to legalize sports betting.
Illinois proposes reinstating death penalty for mass murder, police killings
(Reuters) – Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner said on Monday he is seeking to reinstate the death penalty for mass murder and killing a police officer, a move that comes when capital punishment nationwide is at lows not seen for about a quarter century.
Prosecutors dismiss criminal charge against Missouri governor
(Reuters) – St. Louis prosecutors on Monday dismissed the criminal invasion of privacy charge against Missouri Governor Eric Greitens before his trial got under way but said they would refile the case, which grew out of a sex scandal involving the governor.
Learn how to pass the most respected project management certification exams
In the field of project management, certifications are a surefire way to get ahead. Like a Boy Scout or Girl Scout climbing the ranks to become a respected Eagle Scout or Gold Award Winner, project managers obtain multiple certifications to achieve greatness, recognition, maximum proficiency, and that sweet, sweet six-figure salary. SEE ALSO: Learn how […]
9 podcasts to listen to if you love 'Black Mirror'
We are in an audio-drama renaissance, and some of the best stories are science-fiction. We’re not being spooked by War of the Worlds as we gather around hefty, wooden radio consoles, but we are, more and more, pulling up podcasts about dystopian futures on our phones. SEE ALSO: 16 book recommendations for when you have […]
You know you're getting old when you remember using these phones
This video is part of Mashable’s You’re Old Week. Break through the haze of nostalgia with us and see what holds up, what disappoints, and what got better with time. Read more… More about You Re Old Week, Tech, and Consumer Tech
Another personality quiz is coming back to haunt millions of Facebook users
Welp, it looks like another quiz app may have exposed millions of Facebook users’ personal data. A personality quiz app created by researchers exposed personal data on more than 3 million Facebook users, according to a report published in New Scientist. SEE ALSO: Facebook has already suspended ~200 potentially shady apps The app in question […]