Month: January 2020

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CoinDesk Podcast Network - NARRATIVE WATCH: Will DAOs Break Out In 2020? | January 9th, 2020

The aftershock of the 2016 The DAO hack meant that DAOs weren’t nearly as hyped as ICOs and later some other aspects of the web3 movement. In 2019, however, DAOs came roaring back and start 2020 with the wind at their sails. 

In this episode, we look at the 2019 DAO tale of the tape - what people thought would happen and what actually did happen, including the launch of Moloch, MetaCartel, Ethereum’s MarketingDAO and more than 1000 DAOs on Aragon. We also hear from Aragon founder Luis Cuende who discusses 1) why the newly launched Aragon courts expand what DAOs can do; 2) examples of the need for subjective human intervention in DAOs; and 3) why 2020 is poised to be DAOs best year yet.

RELATED STORY: Aragon courts begin recruiting jurors 

DAO Platform Aragon Begins Recruiting Jurors for Tokenized 'Court'


RELATED STORY: Ryan Zurrer’s new for profit DAO

Former Polychain Partner Ryan Zurrer Is Leaving Web3 to Start a DAO


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The Intelligence from The Economist - Will you still feed me when I’m 62? Macron’s pension fight

He won a landslide victory campaigning on it, but like French presidents before him Emmanuel Macron is struggling to push through his grand pension reform; we ask why. The belief in guardian spirits in Myanmar is being cracked down on by increasingly intolerant monks. And the Canadian town of Asbestos considers a name-change. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/radiooffer


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Bay Curious - Why Do S.F.’s Crosswalks Play a Machine Gun Sound?

The crosswalks in San Francisco, and many other Bay Area towns, play a 'machine gun' sound when the 'walk' sign is illuminated for pedestrians. A Bay Curious listener recalls hearing chirping sounds in other areas. Why do ours sound the way they do? Plus, we get to know an architect who listens to buildings.

Additional Reading:

An Architect Who Listens To Buildings

Reported by Olivia Allen-Price, Annika Cline and Sam Harnett. Bay Curious is made by Olivia Allen-Price, Jessica Placzek, Katie McMurran and Rob Speight. Additional support from Julie Caine, Paul Lancour, Kyana Moghadam, Suzie Racho, Ethan Lindsey and Patricia Yollin.

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What Next - What Next | Daily News and Analysis – Will Voter Suppression Backfire in Florida?

Over a year ago, Florida residents approved the restoration of voting rights for approximately 1.4 million ex-felons in the state. But in the months since, lawmakers have tried to implement new hurdles for former convicts trying to access the ballot box. Now, advocates in some counties are trying to find a solution to register voters anyway. 

Guest: Mark Joseph Stern, Justice reporter for Slate

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The Best One Yet - “These delivery apps are like mafia families” – Grubhub, Spotify, and Tough Mudder

We’re testing out a new title format, Snackers. Grubhub shares jumped 13% on news it’s trying to sell itself. Spotify’s launching a dynamic new advertising format that reminds us of Facebook. And the “you might die from this” fitness event startup Tough Mudder is reportedly being pushed to file for bankruptcy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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What Next | Daily News and Analysis - Will Voter Suppression Backfire in Florida?

Over a year ago, Florida residents approved the restoration of voting rights for approximately 1.4 million ex-felons in the state. But in the months since, lawmakers have tried to implement new hurdles for former convicts trying to access the ballot box. Now, advocates in some counties are trying to find a solution to register voters anyway. 

Guest: Mark Joseph Stern, Justice reporter for Slate

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Short Wave - The Link Between Kitchen Countertops And A Deadly Disease

It's called silicosis, and it's been known about for decades. So why is it now emerging in new numbers among workers who cut kitchen countertops? NPR science correspondent Nell Greenfieldboyce explains. More of her original reporting on silicosis is here. Follow host Maddie Sofia on Twitter @maddie_sofia. Email the show at shortwave@npr.org.

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What A Day - Avoiding War In Iran And Cancer In America

  • President Trump announced economic sanctions on Iran following Tuesday’s missile strikes, but he didn’t call for escalation. Congress is taking steps to block military action in the off chance he changes his mind. 
  • A new report from the American Cancer Society says the cancer death rate in the US dropped by 2.2 percent from 2016 to 2017. That’s the largest decline ever reported in the span of a year. Heck ya!
  • And in headlines: announcing Grimes Junior, Teen Vogue loves Facebook, and big plans from Andrew “Cheech” Cuomo!

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The NewsWorthy - Mideast Tensions Ease, Royal Couple’s Exit & Quibi (+ Explaining the U.S.-Iran Conflict) – Thursday, January 9th, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, January 9th, 2020!

We're explaining why fears of a war with Iran have now eased,  an update about a deadly plane crash and its impact on Canada, and the rate of cancer deaths is down...

Plus: the surprise announcement from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (dubbed #Megxit), and the upcoming video streaming service bringing Hollywood to your smartphone...

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. Our guest expert is helping you better understand the U.S.-Iran conflict happening the last couple of weeks and what's expected next.

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Sources:

Iran-US leaders stand down: NYT,  AP, CBS News, Washington Post, The Hill, Fox News

Canadians mourn after plane crash: AP, USA Today

Number of U.S. cancer deaths drops: CNN, WSJ, Bloomberg, American Cancer Society

Warmest year, decade on record: WaPo, Weather Channel, CNN, Axios

Royal couple’s surprise announcement: The Guardian, People, BBC, USA Today

Celeb tennis match to raise money for Australia: Mashable, ABC News

Justin Bieber says he’s sick: CNN

Quibi shows off new streaming service: Gizmodo, Mashable

Oscars goes hostless, again: THR, Variety