fun facts
We are closer to 2040 than 2010.
And other fun mind-bending facts about our present era from Tim Urban. ~ learn more
on the blockchain
What is a vampire attack?
“In a vampire attack, a new platform targets established rivals by offering more attractive incentives to lure away liquidity and users. This can have a significant impact on the DeFi ecosystem, potentially luring users, draining liquidity from existing platforms, and […]
thoughts of food
PlasticList’s advice for food companies.
“I am happy to report that no food company wants this stuff in their food and they are all eager to figure out what’s going on and how to remove it. After a while I noticed the advice we were […]
thoughts of food
PlasticList report — endocrine disruptors everywhere.
“We were, like many others, asking ourselves if plastic chemicals would turn out to be the next public health crisis for humanity to overcome. We realized it was important to try and get closer to the true answer. Finding out […]
under the microscope
Effect of swearing on physical performance.
“Swearing has been shown to improve physical performance in tasks that are relatively short and intense, and this effect has been repeated across experiments, suggesting that it may be a reliable effect.” ~ learn more
under the microscope
Off with her hair.
“Intrasexually competitive women advise other women to cut off more hair.” ~ learn more
retail therapy
Temu’s takeover is now complete.
“Launched in late 2022, the Chinese-owned ecommerce site, known for selling a vast array of astonishingly affordable goods, took only two years to become a household name in the US. … Temu is projected to earn more than $50 billion […]
to your health
A reminder to exercise.
“William Brangham discussed more with Euan Ashley, a professor of cardiovascular medicine and genetics at Stanford University and the newly named chair of its department of medicine.” ~ learn more
better doing
Duct tape.
“A founder asked me how she should prioritize which leadership roles to hire first. It led to a conversation about one of my favorite things: duct tape.” ~ learn more
better doing
Time for a Code Yellow?
“I promised myself never again. Never again would I call a code-yellow. Code-yellows suck, drain team morale, and they leave a lingering distaste amongst all those involved. Yet, during my 8-years at Instacart, they were our most effective and consistent […]