This website sets your Spotify playlists to private with a single clickTNW - Matthew HughesWelcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice on how to get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Spotify is more than just a massive on-demand music library. to
These are the 5 worst Google Chrome extensions on the internetTNW - Tristan GreeneSometimes the best isn’t good enough. Instead of giving you a treasure trove of useful information that could help you increase your productivity, make millions of dollars, and find true-love, we’re taking
Technology These Chrome tab shortcuts will help you handle your tab addictionTNW - Ivan MehtaWelcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and connected services. Google’s Chrome is arguably the world’s most popular
Astroturfing Reddit is the future of political campaigningTNW - Matthew HughesEarlier this year, Hack PR had a problem. The unorthodox public relations firm had snapped up a new client, a deep-pocketed entrepreneur with political ambitions. Unfortunately, nobody really knew who
Cannabis Happy 4/20: Here's some science to shut up the cannabis hatersTNW - Tristan GreeneApril 20th is a holy day for many who imbibe cannabis. For some, it’s just a great day to watch stoner flicks and smoke herb all day. Others view it with more import; especially those who consume cannabis
Creativity A Q&A with Roland CEO Jun-ichi Miki on innovation, Waku Waku, and 'sleeping musicians'TNW - Tristan GreeneThe Roland Corporation is a global powerhouse in the field of music technology. We interviewed Mr. Jun-ichi Miki, Roland Corporation CEO and Representative Director, to find out how the company continues
Technology TNW2019 Daily: The latest conference newsTNW - Ailsa SherringtonIn the blink of an eye, it’s suddenly Friday again. The countdown to TNW Conference is going by in a flash! With only 20 days to go, let’s review this week’s TNW2019 highlights. Here’s what you might’ve
Technology BitcoinSV’s blockchain is struggling with its enormous 128MB blocksTNW - David CanellisThe Bitcoin Satoshi Vision (BitcoinSV) blockchain has suffered a series of “block re-oganizations,” putting the integrity of its network in question. “On 18th April 2019, our Bitcoin Cash SV [sic] node
Play buttonJapan This Japanese town’s mascot is a mechanical doggy droneTNW - Georgina UstikThe importance of dogs should never be understated. One town in Japan is taking this to heart — its appointed its area’s official mascot as Yukimaru Skywalker, a mechanical drone puppy who flies above
Play buttonOnePlus Here’s what we know about the upcoming OnePlus 7TNW - Ivan MehtaWe’ve already seen flagship phone launches with the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Huawei P30 Pro. So, now it’s time to turn our attention to the OnePlus 7. The company already told us last year that its device
Produce music like a pro with this $29 Logic Pro X trainingTNW - TNW DealsNo matter which field you’re in, to be successful means mastering the tools of the trade. When it comes to music production, that means getting up to speed with Logic Pro, the Mac-based digital audio that
Technology ’s CEO on diversity in tech and the future of tourismTNW - Ailsa SherringtonIn an age of digital advancement, the tourism industry has embraced new tech to deliver improved user experiences. With the summer fast approaching, I wanted to learn more about how travel companies like
Andrew Yang US presidential candidate Andrew Yang wants to fix ‘confusing’ cryptocurrency regulations (and give $1,000 to everyone)TNW - Matthew BeedhamMove over John McAfee, there’s a new kid on the block, and they just cemented their position as the cryptocurrency presidential candidate for the 2020 election race. Andrew Yang released a statement on
Technology 11 aspects to consider when adopting smart home technologiesTNW - Scott GerberWith smart home technologies constantly growing in popularity, there are several things consumers should understand about these devices in regards to features and long-term benefits, as well as potential
Technology Live streaming is overdue for an overhaul. Here’s why.TNW - Anna JohanssonCriminal content isn’t the only problem for live streaming. Some streamers are already noting that their platforms of choice are disappearing—or resulting in dwindling viewer numbers. Just a few of the
BlackBerry BlackBerry Messenger is shutting down after nearly 14 years (unless you pay)TNW - Napier LopezBefore there was WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, or WeChat, there was BlackBerry Messenger. Launched in August of 2005, BBM was the first popular mobile chat to pull people away from text messages or desktop
Software Development Women in AI need better allies. Here’s how we can all helpTNW - Tristan GreeneLin Classon, Director of Public Cloud Product at managed cloud provider Ensono and former Googler, has spent her entire career attending technology conferences – places where, unlike the public restrooms
Facebook Facebook exposed millions of Instagram passwords -- whoopsyTNW - Rachel KaserFacebook today revealed it’d discovered millions of improperly secured passwords on its server. So, you know… business as usual. Facebook revealed in March it’d discovered a cache of Facebook passwords
Technology Scientists take DNA test, learn they're cousins who've collaborated in science journalTNW - Tristan GreeneWhen people submit their DNA to companies such as 23andMe for testing, they’re usually not too surprised to find out they have relatives they haven’t met. But, it’s a bit different when you realize you
Amazon Fire TV Google/Amazon deal sends YouTube to FireTV and Prime Video to Chromecast (finally)TNW - Rachel KaserAfter a stand-off that’s lasted years, Google and Amazon have made peace and finally agreed to put their streaming apps on each other’s platforms. Yes, that means Prime is coming to Chromecasts, while
Technology TNW2019 Daily: Build your own conference scheduleTNW - Ailsa SherringtonIn yesterday’s daily TNW Conference newsletter, I shared a Day 1 sample itinerary of unmissable keynotes. With only 21 days left until TNW2019 kicks off, let’s explore what your second day could look Want
Play buttonTechnology Flying cars could cut emissions, replace planes, and reduce traffic – but not soon enoughTNW - The ConversationWhen Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was released 50 years ago, flying cars were a flight of fancy. Now, these futuristic vehicles are entering the outer fringes of reality. According to a new study published
Technology TikTok Watch: High-schoolers are trolling teachers by using their first namesTNW - Matthew HughesWelcome to TikTok Watch. You know, 2019’s version of Vine. This new series unearths the latest TikTok trends, so you don’t have to. Let’s face it, if you signed up, it’d just make you feel really old.
Ransomware Report: Cryptocurrency ransomware payments up 90%, thanks to RyukTNW - Matthew BeedhamRansomware attacks are still doing the rounds and one in particular appears to be gaining pace. Cryptocurrency payments made to ransomware attackers increased nearly 90 percent in Q1 2019 over the previous
Viddyoze makes professional-grade video animation super simple, and it's over half offTNW - TNW DealsNearly nine out of 10 web users watch video content monthly. And, even with bazillions of videos already floating around the web, more than half say they want to see more from brands and businesses they
Google Pixel CHEAP: Scrumptious 128GB Google Pixel XLs are now just $270, yumTNW - Callum BoothWelcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Boy, do we have a wonderful deal for you today: an original 128GB Google Pixel XL for only $270. Yes, it might’ve
Apple Apple’s reportedly making a tag to track your thingsTNW - Ivan MehtaLast night, 9to5Mac reported that Apple is working on an app – codenamed GreenTorch – that’ll replace Find My iPhone and Find My Friends app with merged functionality. The company is also supposedly working
Technology Here's why the crashed Israeli moon mission was still a tremendous contribution to scienceTNW - The ConversationIt came so close. It even took a selfie. But with only a few kilometers left to descend, something went wrong and the spacecraft Beresheet veered out of control, taking one final photograph just before
Technology For the love of Satoshi, don’t give your Bitcoin to rebuild Notre DameTNW - David CanellisA significant chunk of the famous Notre Dame cathedral burned down earlier this week, and now France’s government is mulling whether to accept cryptocurrency to rebuild it—but please, for the love of keep
IBM IBM launches blockchain skills academy with University of LouisvilleTNW - Matthew BeedhamOne of top 200 universities in the US, along with a helping hand from IBM, is getting its students into blockchain with dedicated training. The University of Louisville announced a partnership with IBM
