The next-generation rocket designed to make it to Mars has been assembled for the first time. …read more Source:: CNet

The ESP32 was introduced a few years ago as an inexpensive way to outfit various microcontrollers with WiFi or Bluetooth. Since then it has been experimented with and developed on, thanks to its similarities to the ESP8266 and the ability to easily program it. Watching the development of this small chip has truly been fascinating…

“Social media platforms based in the U.S. including Facebook and WhatsApp will be forced to share users’ encrypted messages with British police under a new treaty between the two countries, ” reports Bloomberg, citing “a person familiar with the matter.” The accord, which is set to be signed by next month, will compel social media…

Ravensburger brings a tabletop version of the video game and cultural phenomenon to MineCon. …read more Source:: CNet

What if the problems with social media just can’t be solved by a for-profit platform? Writing in the New York Times, a former Tumblr executive argues the solution might require the creation of a nonprofit publicly-funded social media platform. The mechanics of how a public social media product would work have been fairly well figured…

A standard roof rack provides more utility when needed. …read more Source:: CNet

The TRD Handling Package mirrors an optional Subaru BRZ performance upgrade. …read more Source:: CNet

JustAnotherOldGuy quotes ItsFOSS: The GNOME Foundation is facing a lawsuit from Rothschild Patent Imaging, LLC. Rothschild allege that Shotwell, a free and open source personal photo manager infringes its patent. Neil McGovern, Executive Director for the GNOME Foundation says “We have retained legal counsel and intend to vigorously defend against this baseless suit. Due to…

The heart valve is made from the same material that is used for Australia’s bank notes. …read more Source:: ZDNet

It’s interesting to peek into other scenes and niches and see how they intersect with things that one may find commonplace, like 3D printing. In this case, [NewToOldGuns] wrote a guest blog post for PyramydAir (a retailer, so be prepared for a lot of product links) about how 3D printing has completely transformed the experience…