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@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-12-24 00:30:00

City Spot ⭕️
城市点阵 ⭕️
📷 Zeiss Ikon Super Ikonta 533/16
🎞️ Lucky SHD 400
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Lucky SHD 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A black-and-white photograph captures a modern cityscape from street level. A wide road stretches into the distance, flanked by evenly spaced trees and streetlights. Vehicles are visible on the road, suggesting light traffic. In the background, a cluster of high-rise buildings dominates the skyline, with one uniquely shaped skyscraper standing prominently at the center. The sky is filled with wispy, textured clouds, adding depth and atmosphere. The monochr…
Lucky SHD 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A striking black-and-white photo shows the silhouette of a traditional East Asian pagoda or temple. The structure features multiple tiers with upturned eaves and ornate roof decorations. Its dark outline contrasts sharply against a bright sky. Two diagonal power lines cross the image, adding a modern touch. Birds are seen flying in the sky, bringing motion to the stillness. The composition blends cultural heritage with contemporary elements, evoking a sens…
Lucky SHD 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A black-and-white image highlights the intricate roofline of a traditional East Asian temple or historic building. The roof features curved tiles, carved animal figures, and decorative ridges. Above the structure, the sky is clear, and tree branches stretch into view from the top edge. The contrast between the dark architectural details and the bright sky emphasizes craftsmanship and cultural richness. The photo evokes reverence for heritage and artistry. …
Lucky SHD 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A monochrome photo shows a man sitting on a low brick wall in front of a traditional East Asian building. He wears dark clothes and a backpack, holding a phone to his face as if talking. Behind him is a brick structure with a tiled roof and a large, weathered double door. Small bushes and trees frame the walkway leading to the door. A bottle and other items rest on the wall nearby. The scene blends modern activity with historical architecture. 中文替代文字： 这是一…
@metacurity@infosec.exchange
2026-01-23 16:25:56

Before you head out for the weekend, don't miss today's Metacurity for the crucial cybersecurity developments you should know, including
--A database with 149 million usernames and passwords was exposed on the internet,
--Venezuelan nationals who stole cash from ATMs using malware will be deported from US,
--FBI asked Microsoft to unlock encrypted laptops,
--Under Armour is investigating massive data breach,
--Tech investors want the US government to prob…

A database with 149 million usernames and passwords was exposed on the internet
Venezuelan nationals who stole cash from ATMs using malware will be deported from US, FBI asked Microsoft to unlock encrypted laptops, Under Armour is investigating massive data breach, Tech investors want the US government to probe S. Korea's treatment of Coupang following data breach, much more

@ErikUden@mastodon.de
2026-01-23 04:37:09

Israel is the only country in history to regularly occupy UN buildings. The constant defamation against the UNRWA had the nice side effect that such occupations don't lead to any condemnation at all.
The law based order never existed, but whatever legitimacy international laws had in false promises alone is falling apart in front of our very eyes.

@pre@boing.world
2025-11-22 10:39:50
Content warning: bitcoin conference report

Despite much opinion to the contrary, the government money we use is crappy.
I'm at bitfest in Manchester to find out if Bitcoin could be a better money.
It could hardly be worse.
The mood is still good, people are joking about recent devaluation rather than crying. Those who aren't all in are trying to buy more at the discount.
After an introduction by Mad Bitcoins, Joe Bryan explains the problem with government money.
He imagines an island on which two types of money are tried, with a dividing wall between them.
When economic problems hit, government can just print more money on the fiat side. Everyone now using money which is worth less. Distorting prices, inflating asset prices, making the rich (who hold assets) richer and the poor (who have to pay inflated prices) poorer. Driving wealth inequality.
On the hard money side, government must tax properly. Take in more from the rich rather than inflating to take it from the poor. Reducing wealth inequality.
On the government money side, the wealthy monitize houses, stocks, resources. Saving in money is impossible, its inflated away. So they save in assets and hording resources. Capital is misallocated. The youth can't afford houses. Poverty traps are caused. The only way out is printing more for benefits. Making it all worse. More economic crises, more printing. More government debt.
Eventually, the wall is broken. Government money people can save in the hard money instead. It reduces the value of government money further. More printing. More inflation.
Eventually, war. Funded by printed money.
The dollar is the best of a bad bunch all other government money is falling in value even faster.
I wonder, is bitcoin really this better money though? It's limited, hard, and can't be printed without energy investment.
I'm still unsure that fixing money fixes the world.
--
Note: "crypto" is mostly more like government money than bitcoin. It can be printed indefinitely by it's makers, does not cost it's makers to print. Crypto is usually just a scam people to get more bitcoin. Bitcoin is not crypto.
#bitfest #bitcoin

@Techmeme@techhub.social
2025-12-22 13:01:18

Investigation: in 22 US states, Uber approves drivers with many types of convictions, such as violent felonies, that are over seven years old to keep costs low (Emily Steel/New York Times)
nytimes.com/2025/12/22/busines

Uber Cleared Violent Felons to Drive. Passengers Accused Them of Rape.
The ride-hailing giant’s background check process was intended to speed drivers onto its network while keeping costs down, internal documents show.

@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-11-23 00:34:17

Moody Urbanity - Past 📴
情绪化城市 - 过去 📴
📷 Zeiss Ikon Super Ikonta 533/16
🎞️ Ilford HP5, expired 1993
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text A black-and-white photo of a traditional Chinese gate with ornate carvings and layered roof tiles. The gate bears the characters “成贤街” (Chengxian Street), indicating a culturally significant location. The structure is symmetrical, with decorative beams and eaves typical of classical Chinese architecture. In front of the gate, a modern traffic sign shows a crossed-out car symbol, indicating that cars are prohibited. The juxtaposition of ancient design a…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text A vintage black-and-white photo of a traditional East Asian building. The roof features cylindrical tiles in overlapping rows, typical of Chinese architecture. Below the roof, a large arched doorway and a circular window with intricate carvings are visible. Tree branches hang in the foreground, partially obscuring the roof. The image has visible grain and wear, suggesting it is archival. The scene is quiet and timeless, evoking cultural heritage and a…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text A monochrome photo shows a man standing beside a stroller on a sidewalk. He holds a helmet and faces a wall with Chinese characters reading “消防通道 禁止停车” (Fire Apparatus access route. No parking). The wall is flanked by traditional architectural elements and trees, suggesting a historical urban setting. A cyclist passes by in the foreground, blurred in motion. The contrast between stillness and movement adds depth. The man’s posture is relaxed, and the …
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text A black-and-white photo of an old brick wall featuring an arched doorway and a decorative window. The doorway is worn and partially damaged, while the window has ornate carvings. Stone steps lead up to the entrance. A bicycle leans against the wall to the right, adding a modern contrast. A striped concrete block sits in the foreground. The scene blends historical architecture with everyday urban life, evoking a sense of quiet nostalgia. 中文图像替代文字 这是一张…
@hex@kolektiva.social
2026-01-20 14:29:06

In the time I've been offline, I've been doing a lot and feeling a lot more mentally healthy. I've been exploring nomadnet a bit, looking at reticulum. I'm definitely going to go back to my break and being online much less regularly.
I actually totally forgot about the anniversary of the shooting, which is the first time that's happened since... uh... the shooting, I think.
I've definitely realized that, on some level, I've definitely used Mastodon (and formerly Twitter) as a coping mechanism, often in order to deal with the stressful things that I've found out about on Mastodon or Twitter.
But, again, none of those things really change our core job: build community. And that's part of what I've been neglecting, and what I can focus on more when I'm not spending as much time talking to people all over the world indirectly. Like, I can just chat directly with folks and talk about this shit.
Yeah, I do think there's value in this community. I don't think it's really screaming into the void (at least, not most of the time). But I know that I need the balance to be way farther on the side of direct engagement with comrades doing and building.
So that's what I'm gonna go back to. I feel as though it's a good sign that with all the writing about getting shot that I've been doing, and all the thinking about that, that the actual anniversary of the shooting I'm actually just thinking about bread.
And that seems like a good note to leave on. I'm gonna go back to some hacker shit.

@pre@boing.world
2025-11-23 13:57:27
Content warning: re: bitcoin conference report

The conference also has a cinema room, showing bitcoin based films. Not mine, but I'm here for "finding home" by avi burra. Who did q&a after.
A short Travelog about a visit a cypherpunk in Prague for BTC Prague. Which was a much bigger bitcoin conference.
Lots of shots of a beautiful European city, and brief interviews with the people there. Many at restaurants where meals are paid for with bitcoin.
I guess they have a circular economy there of some sort.
Conclusion seems to be that fixing the money is important but building community is even more importanter.
#bitfest #film #bitcoin

@Techmeme@techhub.social
2025-12-22 11:45:40

Investigation: internal Binance files show it failed to stop hundreds of millions in crypto from flowing through suspicious accounts, even after a 2023 US deal (Financial Times)
ft.com/content/5d8af345-d593-4

Binance allowed suspicious accounts to operate even after 2023 US plea agreement
Leaked files show continued activity despite links to terror networks, failed ID checks and other red flags

@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2026-01-22 00:30:01

RED （Ocassionally） II 🔴
红 （有时） II 🔴
📷 Zeiss IKON Super Ikonta 533/16
🎞️ Harman Red 125 (6x6)
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Harman Red 125 (6x6) English Alt Text: A close-up view of a traditional East Asian rooftop, likely Chinese, featuring ornate architectural details. The roof has curved eaves and upturned corners, with rows of dark tiles forming a rhythmic pattern. Decorative carvings adorn the edges, showcasing cultural craftsmanship. The image is heavily tinted with a magenta-pink filter, giving it a surreal, dreamlike quality. No sky or background is visible, focusing attention on the roof’s intricate design…
Harman Red 125 (6x6) English Alt Text: A quiet urban street lined with parked cars, including a white SUV in the foreground. Metal barricades are placed along the roadside, possibly for traffic control or construction. Trees and residential buildings line the street. The entire image is tinted with a strong orange-red filter, giving it a dramatic and surreal appearance. No people are visible, and the scene feels still and contemplative. 中文替代文字： 图像展示一条城市街道，路边停放着多辆汽车，前景是一辆白色SUV。金属护栏沿路摆放，可能用于交通管制…
Harman Red 125 (6x6) English Alt Text: An outdoor market scene with fresh produce displayed. Bundles of sugarcane lean against a brick wall. Plastic crates on the ground hold white radishes and other vegetables. A woven basket and plastic bags filled with produce are nearby. A red-framed glass door is open, revealing a sign in Chinese offering a small cash reward via QR code. The lighting casts a warm orange glow, enhancing the cozy, local atmosphere. 中文替代文字： 图像展示一个户外市场场景，地面上摆放着新鲜蔬菜。甘蔗成束靠在砖墙边，…
Harman Red 125 (6x6) English Alt Text: A storefront window of a traditional meat shop. A large piece of meat hangs inside, visible through the glass. Two warm-toned hanging lamps illuminate the interior, where shelves with various items are faintly seen. The window is framed in red, and the exterior wall is made of brick. The image is bathed in a reddish-orange hue, creating a nostalgic and atmospheric mood. Chinese signs flank the window but are blurred. 中文替代文字： 这是一家传统肉铺的橱窗图像。玻璃窗内挂着一块大肉，店内有两盏…