Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 05/25 – Seth Green Wants His Apes Back
May 25, 2022
Seth Green's NFT heist has cost him a film role, raising eyebrows about NFT security. Meanwhile, a16z has launched a staggering $4.5 billion crypto fund, signaling bullish trends in blockchain innovation. Microsoft wowed attendees at its developer conference with new tools for building low-code apps and AI integration. Additionally, electric bikes are aiding Ukraine's defense strategy, while a pocket-sized Windows PC redefines portability in tech. Privacy concerns also bubble up with DuckDuckGo's surprising tracking agreement.
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Seth Green's Ape Trouble
- Seth Green lost film rights for his Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT character Fred after a phishing scam.
- OpenSea froze the stolen NFT, but the rights issue highlights Web3 complexities.
A16Z's Big Crypto Bet
- Andreessen Horowitz launched a $4.5 billion crypto fund, their largest ever, despite the "crypto winter."
- They believe blockchains will power the next computing cycle and are targeting startups in various Web3 areas.
Microsoft's Low-Code Tools
- Use Microsoft's new PowerPages for low-code website building, integrating with advanced tools like Visual Studio Code.
- Leverage Power Apps Express design to turn images (even hand-drawn ones) into working apps with controls and data storage.