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When it comes to viewing nebulae, galaxies, and other deep-sky objects, amateur astronomers on a budget have had two options. They can view with the naked eye through a telescope and perceive these spectacular objects as faint smudges that don’t even begin to capture their majesty, or they can capture long-exposure images with astrocameras and display the results on a view screen or computer, which robs the immediacy of the stargazing experience.Stand-alone telescope eyepieces with active light amplification do exist for a real-time viewing, but commercial products are pricey, costing hundreds to thousands of dollars. I wanted something I could…

When your business phone line rings, it’s easy for employees to see it as just one more task. You’re balancing a lot, and if you miss the call, they’ll call back if it’s important, right? Unfortunately, the data is clear. Missed calls often translate to lost opportunities. Missing a random call here and there may seem minor, but when you add them up, they actually represent measurable losses in sales, customer retention, and even your brand reputation. Revenue can slip through the cracks when businesses fail to answer customer calls. In this post, we look at the real impact of…

XRP is approaching a decision point across the monthly and daily charts, with renowned crypto analysts The Great Mattsby (Matt Hughes) and Charting Guy (@ChartingGuy) framing the current structure as a volatility-compression setup that could resolve higher if key high-timeframe supports continue to hold. XRP Price Poised For ‘Explosive Move’ Mattsby’s core claim is that XRP has defended its long-term trend support and is now coiling for expansion. “XRP had a perfect bounce off the 20-month MA, while the upper and lower bands continue to contract—setting up for its next explosive move higher,” he wrote, adding: “It’s crazy how many…

By 2026, the cryptocurrency market has largely moved beyond being a space focused solely on price speculation. A significant portion of investors are now looking for ways to generate regular and sustainable income from crypto assets without constantly monitoring the market or spending hours in front of screens. At this point, passive income has become one of the most important concepts in the crypto ecosystem.In this guide, we examine the most up-to-date methods of earning passive income with crypto in 2026, including their advantages, risks, and which investor profiles they are best suited for.🔹 What Is Passive Income with Crypto?Passive…

Think of protein bars as grab-and-go snacks, not meal replacements. They’re most helpful when whole foods aren’t available or when your schedule won’t allow for a proper meal. The most beneficial sources of protein come with fiber, healthy fats, and other nutrients. (That’s why registered dietitians recommend whole foods over ultra-processed alternatives.) So, while high-protein snacks may boast impressive counts on the label, they’re not always the healthiest option.After consulting the nutrition experts about key ingredients to look for (and what to avoid), we’ve rounded up the best protein bars that meet those standards. For more tips on protein, check…

Whether you’re a hobbyist sketching out ideas, a student learning design, or a professional experimenting with new concepts, having the right tools can make all the difference. Yet, I know that not every designer has the budget for expensive software.

Fedi will release its full software stack as open source on Jan. 3, completing a pledge made at launch in 2024. The company said all Fedi software has now transitioned to the Affero General Public License (AGPL), following an interim period under a business source license.  The change makes Fedi’s codebase publicly available under a copyleft license that requires derivative works to remain open, according to a spokesperson from Fedi.  The date carries weight in Bitcoin history. Jan. 3 marks the anniversary of the Bitcoin genesis block, mined in 2009. Fedi said the timing reflects its focus on community ownership…

The euro finally has a substantial stablecoin market, and for once, it’s not just a niche corner of DeFi. When MiCA’s stablecoin rules kicked in June 2024, they turned euro-pegged stablecoins into a regulated product category with paperwork, reserve rules, and an actual licensing lane.Under MiCA, stablecoins that reference a single fiat currency sit in the “e-money token” bucket, while tokens tied to a basket fall under “asset-referenced tokens.” This means that if an issuer and an exchange want to keep a euro stablecoin available to EU users, the compliance burden is now explicit, and it shows up in listings,…

It’s advice as old as tech support. If your computer is doing something you don’t like, try turning it off and then on again. When it comes to the growing concerns that a highly advanced artificial intelligence system could go so catastrophically rogue that it could cause a risk to society, or even humanity, it’s tempting to fall back on this sort of thinking. An AI is just a computer system designed by people. If it starts malfunctioning, can’t we just turn it off?A new analysis from the Rand Corporation discusses three potential courses of action for responding to a…

Managing a real estate business means juggling listings, agent tasks, and client follow-ups across multiple platforms. Without a central system, it’s easy to lose track, waste time, and miss opportunities.