💸 Is the mystery solved? A new HBO documentary, “Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery,” claims Canadian developer Peter Todd is the mystery man behind bitcoin. Todd, of course, has denied he’s the real Satoshi Nakamoto, and he’s now in hiding. If it’s true, though, he holds the keys to over a trillion dollars in crypto. Watch the trailer — it’s so good!
How NASA plans to back up data on lunar soil
Let me ask you a question: Do you think the cloud is a safe place to back up your data, the world’s treasures and government secrets? In a world of increasing breaches, hackers and threats, even cloud storage might not be enough.
Welcome to the next frontier: Lunar backups. NASA is teaming up with Lonestar, a Florida-based startup, and the Isle of Man, that self-governing British Crown Dependency you might’ve never heard of, to store data on the moon. Think of it like the ultra-secure Fort Knox but for digital information.
🚀 Blockchain goes intergalactic
How do you keep data safe on the moon? By using a blockchain — the same tech behind crypto. It ensures data is secure, genuine and tamper-proof. This isn’t your mom’s filing cabinet; it’s out of this world.
The first data cube, “Freedom,” landed on the moon in February 2024, proving the concept works. Lonestar’s first commercial mission takes off in 2026. Oh, and the Isle of Man’s post office got in on the fun, too, sending digital stamps to the moon. Now that’s first-class mail.
🌝 Why the moon?
The moon isn’t becoming a storage locker for your embarrassing selfies. The mission is first to preserve humanity’s crown jewels — our most vital data. Think of it as Earth’s external hard drive or a modern Library of Alexandria (hopefully, with a less tragic end).
What’s on the moon-bound list? Obvious candidates include:
- Scientific research: DNA sequencing data, climate models and pandemic studies.
- Cultural archives: Literary classics, historical texts and digitized art collections.
- Financial records: Stock market data, transaction histories and economic models.
- Health care information: Genome mapping and medical research.
- National security data: Sensitive classified information.
- Tech blueprints: Designs for critical infrastructure, from power plants to the internet backbone.
- “The Kim Komando Show”: Audio files of all my shows, because they’re that important to all mankind. (OK, I made that up!)
🌎 Earth vs. the moon
Not everyone’s on board with storing data on the moon. It’s not like you can send a tech to fix things. And retrieving something? Think “break glass in case of emergency,” not your daily backup.
Accessing lunar data would take spacecraft, encryption and dealing with space itself. Long-term storage? Sure. Easy? Not at all.
4 ways the Dark Web can help you (It's not all bad!)
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Although the Dark Web is most famous for its seedy underworld connections, there are a few advantages. That’s right: Despite the dangers, there are a few unexpected ways it can make your life easier. For example, circumventing censorship is one of the most significant Dark Web upsides.
The coming Bitcoin value increase
The dollar value of the cryptocurrency is expected to rise — but here’s why it’s all smoke and mirrors.
This new Elon Musk Twitter scam is raking in millions
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Scams come in many forms, and criminals seemingly have no shame in spreading them. The most common is through social media or phishing attacks, but sometimes they rope in the help of well-known personalities.
Elon Musk and Twitter’s founder Jack Dorsey are the latest examples of familiar faces promoting cryptocurrency investments. But this is, of course, without their authorization and the promotion is fake.
When's the best time to buy cryptocurrency? Start here
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Whether you’re buying property or putting money into the stock market, nothing is risk-free when it comes to investing. This is especially true for cryptocurrency, which is a volatile form of investment by its nature.
Crypto crash lawsuits, Tesla Bot gods, $1,000 headshot
Did your favorite celebrity tell you to invest in cryptocurrency? If you lost money, you might be able to sue them! Plus, streaming is stumbling — and you might be the reason why. Oh, and Elon Musk says his upcoming Optimus bot has a godlike AI. Here’s why. Also, how would you like to start making $1,000 for each photo you took? Listen to this episode and I’ll tell you all you need to know.
Crypto crash is far from over
Are you still investing in cryptocurrency? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a few reasons why you need to strap in your seatbelt.
#1 problem with crypto
Is the cryptocurrency crash going to get even worse? Here’s why investors are scared, in 60 seconds.
Warren Buffet crypto take, Uber news, rental car scams
Warren Buffet was right about cryptocurrency. But is Elon Musk right about working from home? Listen to this 30-minute podcast for my take. I’ll also cover the Ring controversy that has people asking, “Do doorbell cameras violate privacy?” Plus, Uber expands — as do rental car scams. Also, this new smartphone tool lets you identify just about anything.
Warren Buffet was right
Remember what Warren Buffet said about cryptocurrency back in 2018? Here’s why he was right, in 60 seconds.
NFTs crashed
Did you know some people lost billions of dollars in the cryptocurrency crash? NFTs were next. Here’s the full story, in 60 seconds.
Crypto chaos, photo tip, Windows and Mac tricks
Capturing movement with your smartphone’s camera is tough. Here’s an insider trick the pros use to get the best action pics. Plus, Matt has all the details on a free game you can play on your browser. (Hint: It involves YouTube.) Also, cryptocurrency and NFT investors are having a rough time. Here’s why.
Is crypto dying?
Are you heavily invested in cryptocurrency? Now’s the time to panic. Here’s why, in 60 seconds.
Be careful how you answer that cryptocurrency question on your tax return
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Filing your federal taxes can be a relatively complex endeavor. Thankfully you don’t have to verify your identity through a third party anymore, but other pitfalls can make it difficult.
One such issue can arise from cryptocurrency, and depending on how you used it over the last year, you could find yourself in trouble with the IRS. The various digital currencies have exploded in popularity, and the IRS wants to know if you’ve been trading them.
Shocker for anyone dealing in crypto
Do you invest in cryptocurrency? I hope you’re sitting down. Listen to this one-minute podcast episode for some bad news.
Crypto tip: Top 5 cryptocurrencies for beginners
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Cryptocurrency has been around for more than a decade, starting with the release of the first decentralized blockchain-based digital currency in 2009. Cryptocurrency runs on distributed public ledgers called blockchains and does not rely on a central banking system.
Don't be fooled! Criminals are using these tricks to get malware apps on your iPhone
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Before some iOS apps are made available on the App Store, they often go through public beta testing. Therefore, you would need a unique app, called TestFlight, to access the early versions of an application. Tap or click here to see how Apple made it easy to report App Store scams.
Crypto tip: Simple mistake costs man $120K – Don't let it happen to you
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You’ve probably heard of cryptocurrency, the digital medium of exchange that has become a darling of social media influencers. You don’t need to be a crypto investor to know that there’s no such thing as easy money and that crypto, in particular, is an especially risky investment.
The world's first cryptocurrency war is on
Did you know Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is triggering the world’s first cryptocurrency war? Listen to this one-minute episode to find out what’s going on.