Companies

For the last decade or so, Samsung has been on a steady release schedule of new devices. Now, after the recent Samsung Unpacked event, there are even more devices to be excited about. Luckily, Samsung is also introducing a new program called Reserve. Samsung’s Reserve allows people to call first dibs on all their new […]

There’s something so appealing about the idea of saving a YouTube video straight to your camera roll. Doesn’t that sound nice? Do away with the ads, the comments section, and the suggested videos that come along with sending a link, and simply have the video right there on your iPhone. It’s a nice prospect, but […]

Cryptocurrency is quickly evolving beyond being the new kid on the block. The largest crypto exchanges in the U.S. handle hundreds of millions of dollars worth of transactions every day. These exchanges are a way for anybody, regardless of technical expertise, to buy and sell cryptocurrency in a safe environment. That means that, with an […]

In 2019, Beat Saber was released for the Oculus Rift. A combination of Dance Dance Revolution and Star Wars, players wielded two virtual light sabers and slashed at blocks to an electronic beat. The game was an instant hit and defined the virtual reality experience.  Beat Saber’s wild success, however, was only a part of […]

Before the founding of Netflix and Redbox, Blockbuster was the king of the video rental industry in the 90s and early 2000s. Most Xennials can recall those old days when, if you wanted to watch a movie, you’d walk into a video store in your neighborhood to rent a DVD or VHS tape. Then, Blockbuster […]

It’s safe to say that modern life would look very different without computers. The world as we know it today would not exist without them. And chips, also called semiconductors, are the basis on which this technology is built. We’ve already gone through the largest chip makers in the world. Now, let’s run down the […]

When it comes to electric vehicle (EV) batteries, it’s not exactly one-size-fits-all. This is especially true of Tesla, one of the top EV brands today. Tesla has relied on four main types of batteries. It’s a similar situation with other car manufacturers and their EV lineups. Simply put, different vehicle types will require different batteries. […]

Nokia was the first brand to dominate the mobile phone industry. It catered to all market segments with its wide range of mobile phones covering low-end to high-end models. Unlike many brands in the market today, Nokia was able to enjoy unrivaled market dominance for a number of years. This is a fact that most […]

The world wide web isn’t a name we even use anymore, but it was not too long ago when going online was met with the now-nostalgic sounds of AOL dial-up tones and “You’ve Got Mail.” Today, everything from researching to reading a published article like this one will take place thanks to one of many […]

Behind every good vacation or work trip is one of the largest travel companies helping to make it happen. Thanks to the top 10 largest travel companies in the world, you’re able to book a plane, hotel, cruise, rental car, and more, often through one single web page. These companies can be dedicated to both […]

The history of NES emulation is key to the history of gaming. There is a huge market for retro-style games: just look at newer, popular games like Tunic and TMNT: Shredders Revenge that tap into that feeling. NES emulation is a huge part of gaming culture and it really does define some of the early […]

Although Polestar isn’t the most popular electric vehicle manufacturer, they most definitely have some of the loftiest goals. Electric vehicles are here to stay, with many estimates projecting them to overtake internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles by 2040. Still, selling new cars isn’t the only reason that EV makers are switching. The primary selling point […]

When you think of video cassettes, you likely think of a VHS—that little rectangular brick of black plastic and magnetic tape with the little see-through windows on the front. However, VHS tapes didn’t just become synonymous with video cassettes for nothing. As it turns out, there was a lot of work involved. Betamax—the rival video […]

The History of Aptera Motors: What to Know Aptera Motors Corp. is an electric vehicle (EV) maker on a quest to build the most efficient all-electric passenger cars among current eco-friendly automakers. Its vehicle engineering blends aerodynamic design features borrowed from light aircraft with solar power to achieve efficiency and claimed ranges far exceeding competitors. […]

The History of Binance: What to Know Binance is the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world if measured by daily trading volume. This massive platform was founded in 2017 by Changpeng Zhao (better known as “CZ”) in China and has since become a leader in the crypto space. Initially working as a designer of high-frequency […]

The History of OpenSea: What to Know OpenSea is currently the largest marketplace for NFTs (Non-fungible tokens) in the world. Or, as they put it: “Today, we’re proud to remain the largest general marketplace for user-owned digital items, supporting multiple blockchains, with the broadest set of categories and the best prices for new emerging digital item classes.” […]

The History of Lordstown Motors: What to Know Lordstown Motors is a Lordstown, OH-based EV truck company featuring an executive team made of former professionals from Tesla, Hyundai, and Toyota, among others. The electric truck occupies a plant formerly owned by General Motors (GM). This company is new, having started in 2018. In 2021, Foxconn […]

The History of Crypto.com: What to Know Crypto.com may be one of the biggest success stories when it comes to domain advertising in the crypto space. Today, crypto.com has become one of the largest exchanges in the world, with accolades stacking up, including 50 million active users, access across 90 countries, over 4000 employees, and […]

The Founding of Netflix: How It Happened In 1997, Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph founded Netflix, Inc. The video-rental company has undergone a significant amount of changes since those early days and now accounts for approximately 15% of the entire world’s bandwidth. The company’s co-founders both share various stories about how Netflix was founded. Reed […]

In 2011, a few Stanford University students came up with an idea that would become one of the most popular social media apps. Explore the history of this popular social media sensation today, from its founding years through the IPO stage and its current usage.  The History of Snapchat: What To Know In 2011, Bobby […]

The Founding of eToro: How it Happened eToro is an innovative company that set out to revolutionize not just stock trading, but crypto trading as well. The eToro platform is truly massive, with 25 million users and growing. With a lineup of innovative services and products, eToro stands out among peers in the stock and […]

The History of Kraken: What to Know Cryptocurrency has seen rocky days, but it also seems like it’s here to stay. Since the first Bitcoin block was mined in 2009, people have been looking to trade their digital currencies through various exchanges. Kraken, founded in 2011, is one of the earliest and largest exchanges around. […]

The History of Andreessen Horowitz: What To Know Known colloquially as a16z, Andreessen Horowitz is a Silicon Valley venture capital firm that invests in digital technology companies and internet entrepreneurs with a clear vision for the future. The firm is famous for its giant fund sizes and the almost preposterously high valuations it gives the […]

Coinbase is the most popular crypto asset exchange company in the United States. The company has been in operation since 2012. It allows users to sell, buy, and store various crypto assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Since its creation, its popularity has continued to soar as the platform has positioned itself as a safe harbor […]