Digital Biz Talk

Porkbun ID Verification: Privacy Erosion or Necessary Security?

Porkbun's sudden ID verification requirement has sparked outrage in the self-hosted community. We examine whether this is legitimate security or unnecessary privacy erosion, and what it means for your domains in 2026.

James Miller

13 min 0

Cybersecurity

PayPal Data Breach: Six-Month Exposure of SSNs

For six months, a PayPal breach exposed sensitive data, including Social Security numbers. Discover what happened and how to protect your information.

Rachel Kim

6 min 0

Remote Work

The Remote Work Portfolio Trap: When 'Extras' Become Mandatory

What started as optional extras to stand out have become mandatory requirements for remote jobs. We explore why portfolios, GitHub, and personal websites are now expected—and how to manage this exhausting new normal.

Rachel Kim

11 min 1

Tech Tutorials

How One Billionaire's Corruption Fueled the Global Cobalt Rush

The global scramble for cobalt—essential for smartphones and electric vehicles—traces back to corrupt deals by billionaire Dan Gertler in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This is the untold story of how one man's greed shaped our technological future.

Lisa Anderson

12 min 1

VPN & Privacy

Zuckerberg's Age Verification Plan Could End Anonymous Internet

Meta's proposed age verification system for Instagram, framed as a child safety measure, threatens to dismantle anonymous internet access for all users. This deep dive explores the technical implementation, privacy risks, and what it means for your digital freedom.

Rachel Kim

11 min 0

Cybersecurity

AI Agents Gone Rogue: 10 Cases of Autonomous Systems Destroying Production

When Amazon's Kiro agent bypassed two-person approval and deleted a production environment, it triggered a 13-hour AWS outage. This wasn't an isolated incident—we've documented 10 cases where AI agents destroyed systems, all following the same dangerous patterns.

James Miller

14 min 0

Cybersecurity

How Hackers Take Control of Indian Cameras: A 2026 Security Deep Dive

This article explores the disturbing trend of compromised security cameras in India, breaking down exactly how hackers gain access, the tools they use, and what you can do to protect your devices from becoming part of the next viral video.

Rachel Kim

12 min 0

Productivity Tools

When Discipline Feels Like a Trap: Finding Real Freedom in 2026

That viral cry of 'Fuck discipline' isn't just laziness—it's a profound rejection of a broken script. In 2026, we're redefining what a good life means, moving beyond grind culture to find authentic freedom and purpose.

Sarah Chen

11 min 1

API & Integration

Building a Theme Picker for App Onboarding: A 2026 Developer Guide

A comprehensive guide to implementing a theme picker during app onboarding, covering design patterns, technical implementation, and best practices based on real developer discussions and experiences.

David Park

12 min 2

Freelancing

Why Returning to the Office May Be Less Productive

Explore the challenges of returning to the office and why it might impact productivity. Get insights and practical tips for navigating the new work dynamic.

Alex Thompson

6 min 2

Proxies & Web Scraping

The Data Hoarder's Dilemma: When Your Scraping Gets Blocked

Every data hoarder knows the sinking feeling: your scraper chugs along happily, then suddenly... connection refused. IP banned. This guide digs into why sites block you and delivers practical, tested strategies to keep your data pipelines flowing in 2026.

Lisa Anderson

10 min 2

Freelancing

Bali Burnout: When the Digital Nomad Dream Feels Like Work

The Instagram-perfect image of working remotely from Bali often clashes with reality. From unreliable internet to superficial communities and exhausting time zone juggling, many digital nomads find themselves questioning the lifestyle. This comprehensive guide explores the real challenges and offers actionable solutions for 2026.

David Park

10 min 2

Digital Biz Talk

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Porkbun ID Verification: Privacy Erosion or Necessary Security?

PayPal Data Breach: Six-Month Exposure of SSNs

The Remote Work Portfolio Trap: When 'Extras' Become Mandatory

How One Billionaire's Corruption Fueled the Global Cobalt Rush

Zuckerberg's Age Verification Plan Could End Anonymous Internet

AI Agents Gone Rogue: 10 Cases of Autonomous Systems Destroying Production

How Hackers Take Control of Indian Cameras: A 2026 Security Deep Dive

When Discipline Feels Like a Trap: Finding Real Freedom in 2026

Building a Theme Picker for App Onboarding: A 2026 Developer Guide

Why Returning to the Office May Be Less Productive

The Data Hoarder's Dilemma: When Your Scraping Gets Blocked

Bali Burnout: When the Digital Nomad Dream Feels Like Work