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      Coinbase's Base resumes block production after 2-hour outage

      Coinbase's Base resumes block production after 2-hour outage

      Jun 30, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Coinbase's Ethereum layer-2 blockchain Base suffered a two-hour outage due to a consensus problem that halted block production. The team quickly isolated an invalid block and resumed normal operations, assuring users that all funds remained safe. The incident occurred just before a planned network upgrade called Beryl, which aims to improve withdrawal speed and introduce a new token standard. This rare downtime highlights the challenges facing even the most robust blockchain networks in maintaining continuous operation.
      SecondFi targets 2-week recovery after Cardano wallet exploit

      SecondFi targets 2-week recovery after Cardano wallet exploit

      Jun 30, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      SecondFi, a Cardano wallet developed by Emurgo, has identified a recovery path after an exploit affected 16 million ADA. CEO Phillip Pon announced forensic investigations are complete and asset return will begin in about two weeks following testing and security reviews. The company also secured 129 million ADA through emergency measures and warned users about recovery-related scams.
      Base says sequencer bug caused back-to-back outages

      Base says sequencer bug caused back-to-back outages

      Jun 30, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Coinbase's layer-2 network Base experienced two block production outages in June 2026 due to a sequencer bug. The bug allowed stale journal state to persist after a transaction failure, halting block production for over two hours. Engineers patched the bug but faced additional delays from a race condition during recovery.
      I capped my battery at 80% for a year and the trade finally has a verdict

      I capped my battery at 80% for a year and the trade finally has a verdict

      Jun 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      A user tested the 80% charge limit on their smartphone for over a year, comparing battery health against a family member's identical phone that was fully charged. The difference was dramatic: the capped battery phone still feels new after five years, while the other deteriorated. The article explains the science behind battery wear, how to enable the feature, and the trade-offs of reduced daily runtime.
      The biggest privacy leak in my living room was the TV itself

      The biggest privacy leak in my living room was the TV itself

      Jun 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Modern smart TVs are data collection devices in disguise. They track everything you watch via Automatic Content Recognition, always-on microphones, and location services. By adjusting a few settings – disabling ACR, revoking microphone access, resetting the advertising ID, and switching to a private DNS – you can significantly reduce the amount of data your TV collects. This article explains step-by-step how to reclaim your privacy without losing functionality.
      I didn't want AI to write my journal, but this approach surprised me

      I didn't want AI to write my journal, but this approach surprised me

      Jun 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      A journaling enthusiast tried Life Note, an AI-powered app, and was pleasantly surprised. It uses AI mentors to analyze entries and provide personalized feedback. The app combines the privacy of paper journaling with modern insights. Available on web, iOS, and Android with a free version.
      réalité virtuelle

      réalité virtuelle

      Jun 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Le leader français du loisir immersif en réalité virtuelle, EVA, a lancé ce mercredi son nouveau jeu « The Lapins Crétins : Color Chaos » dans ses quelque 70 salles à travers le monde. Ce titre marque une étape décisive pour l'entreprise qui souhaite séduire un public familial au-delà des gamers traditionnels. Avec une expérience colorée et accessible, EVA mise sur la coopération et le fun pour démocratiser la VR auprès de tous les âges.
      Kylian Mbappé plus fort qu'Erling Haaland : «Je m'en tape», le gros coup de gueule lâché sur RMC !

      Kylian Mbappé plus fort qu'Erling Haaland : «Je m'en tape», le gros coup de gueule lâché sur RMC !

      Jun 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Lors de la large victoire de la France contre la Norvège (4-1), le duel attendu entre Kylian Mbappé et Erling Haaland n'a pas eu lieu, la Norvège alignant une équipe B. Christophe Dugarry, consultant sur RMC, a affirmé ne pas s'intéresser à cette comparaison, estimant que les deux joueurs sont trop différents et que la technique de Mbappé le touche davantage que les statistiques de Haaland. L'ancien champion du monde a toutefois salué leurs exploits à marquer autant de buts.
      Tom Cruise en Iron Man ? Cette rumeur sur Avengers Secret Wars enflamme les fans

      Tom Cruise en Iron Man ? Cette rumeur sur Avengers Secret Wars enflamme les fans

      Jun 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      A new rumor claims Marvel is in talks with Tom Cruise for a role in Avengers: Secret Wars. The actor was once considered for Iron Man before Robert Downey Jr. Fans speculate he could play Superior Iron Man. The film releases December 17, 2027.
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