5 Reasons Web3 Is Less Secure Than Web 2.0

5 Reasons Web3 Is Less Secure Than Web 2.0 Web3 is the blockchain-powered version of the Internet. It’s an evolution of Web 2.0, with a focus on making data decentralized. Besides decentralization, Web3 boasts improved security over Web 2.0. The blockchain is nearly unhackable, considering that blocks are immutable, distributing data over many computers.But everything has an exploitable loophole somewhere. While massive database breaches are not as common in Web3, threat actors operate on Web3 as much as they do on Web 2....

July 20, 2025 · 5 min · 1003 words · Michelle Baker

After The Acolyte, It's Official: There's One Big Problem With Star Wars TV

Summary The Acolyteis proof that there is one major flaw withStar WarsTV shows, and it likely isn’t what first comes to mind.The Acolyteis the newest ofStar Wars’movies and TV shows, and although it initially received significant backlash, the show has won many people over in recent episodes. In fact,The Acolyteepisode 5was a game changer, with many viewers thrilled at the reveal that Qimir is the masked villain, the Stranger. While that may be, though,The Acolytealso has flaws—as any show does—that have nothing to do with the absurd outcries about diversity ‘ruining’Star Wars....

July 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1080 words · Jerry French

Amazon Search Is Garbage, but These Tricks Will Find You What You Want

Quick Links Lately, finding quality items on Amazon has become more difficult than ever. Between the no-name brands, the resellers, and the questionable reviews, Amazon isn’t quite the shopping Mecca it once was. But you can still find what you need with some search magic. Why Is Amazon Search Terrible? You might have realized that when you search for Amazon products, a significant percentage of the items displayed aren’t relevant to your search....

July 20, 2025 · 4 min · 701 words · Ruth Barnes

Android 14 Beta 5 arrives as one last scheduled update before stable release

When Google droppedAndroid 14 Beta 4.1in the last week of July, we thought that might be the final prerelease version before the new OS went stable this month — after all, Android 13’s beta program ended with a4.1 release in late Julyahead of amid-August launchof the stable version. Evidently, this year’s big update needs just a little more time in the oven, as Google has started seeding a surprise Android 14 Beta 5 update today....

July 20, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · Kelli Scott

Android loses its emulator edge as Apple trims the hedge on its walled garden in this week's news

With some of the biggest companies in the world constantly competing for market- and mindshare, there’s never a dull week in Android news. This week, a few big names outside the usual Google-Samsung two-step came to dance, as EU regulators and corporate lawyers alike laid down the litigation. Of course, Google itself still made headlines, but not all of them were good. If you haven’t been following the space as closely as you’d like, we’ve got you covered with a rundown of this week’s top five headlines below....

July 20, 2025 · 4 min · 852 words · Melissa Chan DVM

Bane's New Costume Marks His Most R-Rated Strength Feat of All Time

Summary Warning! Spoilers ahead for Batman and Robin #11!The fan-favorite villainBanehas returned with a brand-new costume to go along with possibly his coolest attack ever.The iconic Batman foehas been largely absent in the last few years, but now he’s back and living his best life on Dinosaur Island and has akillernew look to show off. In a preview forBatman and Robin #11by Joshua Williamson and Juan Ferreyra, it’s another day in Dinosaur Island....

July 20, 2025 · 3 min · 486 words · Sarah Reed

Beats Flex review: Basic isn't a bad thing

I’ve never felt comfortable withtrue wireless earbuds. Even if I find ones I like, I’m always worried they will fall out if I am slightly more active than Jabba the Hutt. Thankfully, I come from a generation used to not only wearingwired headphonesbut also needing to carry around a Sony Walkman cassette player clipped to our hips — a little extra cordage doesn’t bother me. With the Beats Flex, we’re offered the best of both worlds: the flexibility of Bluetooth earbuds with the security of a wired headset....

July 20, 2025 · 7 min · 1454 words · Brian Hardin

Below Deck Med: Chef Johnathan Will Be Fired First Despite Improved Performance (He's Damaged His Reputation Enough)

Summary Johnathan Shillingford may have cleaned up his act onBelow Deck Mediterraneanseason 9, but it might be too late for the ill-performing chef. Chef Jono, who hails from Roseau, Dominica, originally trained as an architect before transitioning to a culinary arts career. Despite describing himself as a culinary architect on the show, his performance aboard the Mustique has been anything but artistic. He first stepped into a temporary chef position aboard a yacht two years ago, thus entering into the world of luxury charters....

July 20, 2025 · 3 min · 546 words · Lisa Salazar

ChromeOS Flex is out of beta, making it even easier to turn that old laptop into a Chromebook

ChromeOS Flex is out of beta, making it even easier to turn that old laptop into a Chromebook Updates aren’t as big an issue for computers as they are for Android phones, but sometimes even an old laptop stops getting the bits it needs to work well, leaving older (but arguably still good) models behind. Enter:ChromeOS Flex. It’s a great way to teach an old computer new tricks, and today, it leaves beta....

July 20, 2025 · 3 min · 527 words · Susan Dean

Daily Themed Mini Crossword Hints June 30, 2025

Our Daily Themed Crossword Hints for August 25, 2025 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. The Daily Themed Mini Crossword is a fun and challenging puzzle that is published daily. It features a small grid with clues for each word, which must be filled in to complete the puzzle. The puzzles are based on a theme, which can range from pop culture to history, geography, and more....

July 20, 2025 · 2 min · 364 words · James Hawkins

Events on Samsung Calendar get a little more customizable with the latest app update

Events on Samsung Calendar get a little more customizable with the latest app update The tide’s been turning when it comes to the reputation of certain OEM skins, andSamsung’s One UIhas plenty of fans considering it the new standard for Android, with good reason – not only is it one of the more feature-rich options out there, but itstrack record with updateshas been most impressive. The first-party apps Samsung bundles in give their Google counterparts a run for their money, too – and they keep getting better with frequent updates....

July 20, 2025 · 2 min · 252 words · Amanda Cochran

Facebook: 10 frequent problems and how to fix them

Facebook has been the undisputed king of the social media landscape since it usurped Myspace from its throne in 2008. Since then, it has ballooned tomore than three billion active monthly usersworldwide, becoming one of the most universal apps in the world. With over five billion downloads on the Play Store and nearly seven billion downloads on the App Store, you’ve probably had it on your phone at one time or another, if only to keep in touch with your parents....

July 20, 2025 · 5 min · 1026 words · Herbert Lowery

Finally! The Boys Season 4's Ending Pays Off Amazon's Forgotten Supe Tease

The following contains spoilers for The Boys season 4 episode 8, “Assassination Run,” now streaming on Prime Video Summary The Boysseason 4 finale has brought back one of the show’s most dangerous Supes, and set her up for an important role in season 5. One of the best parts ofThe Boyshas always been the show’s ability to use the expansive superhero setting to create all sorts of unexpected (or goofy) powerhouses, ranging from long-time fixtures in the show to memorable one-off roles....

July 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1208 words · Tommy Graves