Ep. 466: Bitcoin Sets Records, What Does It Mean?

Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better

Over the last week, Bitcoin and many other cryptocurrencies have gone up significantly. Please don't take our investment advice, but we will examine the increase and how the election impacted it. It was a pretty slim week in tech news, but we found some interesting stories to cover and a rousing round of Just the Headlines. Also, we have some great tips and picks to help you tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

MAIN TOPIC: CryptoWatch (02:45)

Bitcoin touches record-high $85K, adds almost $20K in a week

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Navigating Google Workspace on the Web (10:35)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (19:55)

FDA forces Costco to recall 80,000 pounds of butter because packaging did not say it ‘contains milk’

NASA investigates laser-beam welding in a vacuum for in-space manufacturing

LG's new stretchable display can grow by 50%, bendy panels can be deformed into new form factors

Apple Music is publishing a $450 hardcover book celebrating its 100 Best Albums

Intel brings back workers’ free coffee, seeking to stem morale decline

Boeing reportedly considers selling off its space business

TAKES

iOS 18.1 added a new ‘Inactivity Reboot’ security feature for iPhone (24:05)

iOS 18.2 fixes one of the most annoying aspects of the new Photos app (28:05)

Microsoft wants $30 to let you keep using Windows 10 securely for another year (31:00)

Databreach.com emerges as an alternative to HaveIBeenPwned (36:50)

BONUS ODD TAKE: The Quilt Index (40:10)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Stouchi 4 Packs Airtag Holder Key Ring with Soft TPU Case, Stainless Steel Invisible Slim Keychain Compatible with Airtag 2021 Finder Items, Dog, Key, Backpacks Air Tag Accessories (42:40)

Nate: ESR for iPad Air 11 Inch Case M2, iPad Air 6th/5th/4th Gen , Powerful Magnetic Attachment, Slim Trifold Stand Case, Supports Pencil Pro&Pencil USB-C, Durable Protection, Grey (47:40)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (51:55)