The Internet security company Cloudflare launched a new product to facilitate file storage and navigation on a distributed network. It is a “gateway” to the content of the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS), a decentralized storage protocol created in 2014 that aims to change the way we relate to Internet content.
The launch was announced as part of “Crypto Week,” prepared by Cloudflare to underpin a series of new “technologies that use cryptography to improve the Internet.” According to a blog post on the company’s website, Cloudflare will make a new announcement on every day of this week, starting with this Monday, September 17th.
The new “gateway” will not require installing or running specialized software for its use, as is usually necessary to access IPFS. Since many companies that develop smart contracts store their external data in this network, Cloudflare aspires that this tool becomes a platform for the creation of reliable web applications whose contents cannot be censored by governments, companies or other organizations.
Cloudflare launched a ‘gateway’ protocol to decentralized websites on IPFS
The InterPlanetary File System, IPFS, is an open-source project that is built as a distributed architecture, allowing file sharing through a peer-to-peer method, where files are distributed to thousands of computers or nodes across the global network. That makes it difficult for content to be accidentally deleted or lost because it is not centralized in one place. It also eliminates reliance on third-party servers to host content.
As for the functionality of the “gateway” the firm pointed out that accessing the billions of files stored in IPFS, is not the only thing that can be done with this tool.
“With the Cloudflare ‘gateway,’ you can also create a website hosted entirely on IPFS, but still available to your users with a custom domain name. Also, we will issue a free SSL certificate for any site connected to our gateway, ensuring that every website linked to the Cloudflare ‘gateway’ is safe from intrusion and tampering,” said Cloudflare team.
The company pointed out that it is evaluating other distributed ledger technologies as interesting as IPFS, which could benefit from Cloudflare’s new linking tool.
The Final Fantasy XIV Companion app for Android helps you keep in touch with your friends and get ready for the adventure, anytime and anywhere you want. With the Final Fantasy XIV Companion, users can chat with fellow gamers for their in-game friend lists, develop and share plans by using the event list, manage items, and browse the marketplace. Now, Final Fantasy XIV Companion 1.0.3 launched and is available for download.
Final Fantasy XIV Companion – Features
Final Fantasy XIV Companion is probably the most critical asset for every FFXIV gamer out there as it’s coming with some essential features that help you boost your gameplay.
The Chat function, as its name says, allows users to chat with other players who are using the Companion app, be them in-game friends, Free Company and Linkshell members, and others.
As an addition to Chat, there is the Event List which permits users to create, edit, and manage scheduled events and gather your friends to take on raids, trials and so on.
Also, the Final Fantasy XIV Companion app for Android features an Item Management section where you can sort, move, sell, or discard your items with the tap of a button, and grant you access to the Market Board where various things can be bought or sold in the marketplace for the in-app currencies.
Final Fantasy XIV Companion 1.0.3 brings some cool changes
The latest Final Fantasy XIV Companion 1.0.3 version came out with some improvements and a few changes in the Chat and Market Board sections. Also, some minor bugs were fixed.
With the addition of the new furniture item “mannequin,” a new category has been included in the Market Board, and it allows users to view the prices and pending sales specifically for the new item.
Also, the devs fixed the problem of the Chat section reported by Android users of the Final Fantasy XIV Companion 1.0.3. Namely, until now, some users couldn’t receive chat notifications when leaving the app while chat windows were still open.
Netflix is the world’s most famous and appreciated subscription-based video streaming service for watching TV series, movies, and more. Netflix is also accessible on mobile devices via its Android and iOS app. Now, Netflix 6.12.0 build 29704 Beta is available to download for Android devices.
Netflix is the distinguished subscription-based video streaming services which grant you access to unlimited TV shows and movies for a low monthly price.
Netflix app for Android helps you enjoy Netflix on the go
The Netflix app for Android helps you to watch as many TV series episodes and movies as you want, as frequent as you desire, and at any moment you like. With the app, you can browse the still-growing Netflix selection of thousands of titles and the impressive collection of TV shows with new episodes being regularly added.
Within the Netflix app, you can search for titles and watch whatever you want immediately on your phone or tablet, rate your favorite TV series or movies, and tell Netflix about your preferences so they can suggest you new titles you might enjoy.
The best part is that, with only one subscription, you can start watching on one device and resume on another, regardless of the operating system.
Netflix 6.12.0 Build 29704 Beta is now available
The new Netflix Beta version doesn’t come out with many visual changes but, under the hood, the new Netflix 6.12.0 Build 29704 Beta brings some significant improvements to the subscribers of this popular streaming service.
As the official release note for the Netflix 6.12.0 Build 29704 Bets reads, Netflix devs for the Android app are working on the app experience to ensure smoother navigation, better content playback, and enhanced stability.
Remember that this Netflix 6.12.0 Build 29704 is only a Beta release, meaning that some of the features within the app are tested and might not get into the final version Netflix team is about to release in the close future.
PUBG Mobile is a significant breakthrough for Tencent, its publisher, as millions of players from around the world downloaded and are now playing the Battle Royale game regularly. Reportedly, Fortnite is still maintaining a slight edge over PUBG but, at least on Android, Fortnite is not enjoying the same boost PUBG Mobile frequently gets from its devs. In this regard, also, PUBG Mobile 0.8.0 is now live and comes out with a new map, weapons, and vehicles, plus some under the hood enhancements.
PUBG vs. PUBG Mobile
There is not a significant difference between PUBG Mobile and the original PUBG game on other platforms. All the PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds variants are based on Unreal Engine 4 which provides them with high-quality Graphics and HD audio and realistic gameplay.
Besides, PUBG Mobile, as well as the other PUBG variants on different platforms, include realistic weapons, a variety of vehicles the gamers can drive, and a fair gaming environment.
PUBG Mobile – Minimum requirements
PUBG Mobile needs a continuous and stable Internet connection to run, as well as Android 5.1.1 or higher and at least 2 GB of RAM. The version runs smoothly on more than 500 smartphones, among which mentionable are Samsung Galaxy Note 8, Sony Xperia XZ1, Samsung Galaxy S8, Samsung Galaxy S9, Google Pixel 2, Galaxy Note 5, Huawei Honor 8, LG G5, Xiaomi RedMi 4A, and Sony Xperia X.
PUBG Mobile 0.8.0 is now available
As I’ve mentioned above already, PUBG is frequently updated, and new content gets into the game quite often. Now, it’s time for the PUBG Mobile 0.8.0 version to bring in a new map, as well as new weapons and vehicles.
The new map, dubbed as Sanhok, comes with new weapons (Flare Gun and QBZ, an automatic rifle) and vehicles (Muscle Car and Bulletproof UAZ).
Additionally, the new PUBG Mobile 0.8.0 added customizable pick-ups and better anti-cheating measures.
What can you give to a person who has everything? Here are the top ten gifts suitable for a billionaire
We all know that the perfect gift is not easy to find, but it gets even harder when you are looking for something that could please a person who has everything. It’s no secret that billionaires have eccentric tastes and it’s no wonder since they can afford to buy anything.
If you are willing to buy a high-end gift, be prepared to admire fancy gadgets, accessories and even cars which ordinary people can only dream about. Also, get ready to spend a lot of money, because top-notch quality and outstanding design don’t come cheap.
The luxury market has a lot of tempting offers. Let’s see what the most suitable gifts for a billionaire are!
1. One of the most unexpected gifts could be…a trip into outer space. This ”detail” is worth over $250,000, but let’s face it! Even a billionaire would be impressed by the idea of becoming an astronaut for a few hours. If you are wondering how you could arrange this, you should know that Virgin Galactic, a company owned by Richard Branson, can get you there.
Boys and their toys!
2. In case the billionaire from your life is a tech freak, you should consider buying him a Japanese fighting robot. This ”toy” costs a little $1 million, but what’s more important – money or the joy they could bring? This giant robot is made by Suidobashi Heavy Industry and gives the users the opportunity to enjoy an amazing experience. It comes equipped with “fire weapons” and water bottles.
3. The Devon Star Wars watch is another fancy gadget dedicated to people with eccentric tastes. The design was inspired by the dark side of the famous movie and almost every element reminds its bearer that the Star Wars franchise was one of the most successful in the world. The price is high for a watch, but what’s $28,500 when you want to buy a gift suitable for a billionaire?
4. Most people think that the iPhone X is pretty expensive, but have you seen the most luxurious device from the collection? The 24-karat gold iPhone X is a piece that will take over $5,000 out of your pocket, but you could consider that you’re paying all this money for a new jewel. Don’t be surprised; on this iPhone, the Apple logo is crafted using a special type of diamonds. The acquisition includes brand new Apple EarPods.
5. If the billionaire from your life already has an expensive iPhone, why not buy him a new, top-notch case? The Advent Aurora is made out of solid aerospace titanium. Its hardness is given by the hand-polishing and hand-torching processes. It costs about $1,295, but you can add it some personalized engraving for an extra $35.
6. One of the most high-end gaming PCs is another ”toy” appreciated by ”tech-geek” billionaires. The 8Pack OrionX is hand-built and has some amazing specs which gamers will love to have on their devices. It comes with a 4.4 GHz Intel i7-6950X processor, powerful graphics cards and a water-cooling system based on a three-circuit scheme.
7. A $45,000 DSLR camera is a perfect gift for those who like to share great snapshots of their lives. With a shutter speed that can reach 1/2000 sec and a 50-megapixel sensor, the user can make photos with a resolution of 200 megapixels. The camera costs around $45,000, but you will have to pay $3,110 for a set of lens since it is not included.
8.How about a $300,000 rideable drone? The Passenger Drone can hold two people and it works by remote control. A battery charge lasts for 20-25 minutes of flight.
9. Sports car are other luxury acquisitions made by billionaires. If you decide to buy a $250,000 electric sports car, such as the Tesla Roadster, and offer it as a gift, the owner will have to wait three years for driving it. The production won’t start until 2020 at the earliest.
10. A personal submarine which costs $1.5 million is another mind-blowing gift. Dragon is 16.4 feet long, it’s 3.6 feet tall and can take the owner in voyages with the approximate distance of 330 feet.
These are only a few ideas. Look for more information on each and decide according to the billionaire’s personality, preferences and lifestyle.
Henry Lares is still early into his career as tech reporter but has already had his work published in many major publications including Tech Crunch and the Huffington Post. In regards to academics, Henry earned an engineering degree from Apex Technical School. Henry has a passion for emerging technology and covers upcoming products and breakthroughs in science and tech.
