Philipp Lenssen sez, "I've set up RootStrike as a minimalist site for easy referencing of root problems in online discussions. Problems — like the corrupting system of US campaign funding — which, if solved, would also help us a lot in solving many other problems. The site was inspired by Lawrence Lessig's book Republic, Lost, and many other sources and people."
What are the world's root problems?
Fake chain stores run rampant in Iran
Intellectual property rights seem to be a bit more lax in Iran resulting in a proliferation of imitation brands that boldly mimic established ones without permission. In this video by… READ THE REST
Trademarked "Tiffany Blue" liberated by artist in new paint shade: Tiff
British artist Stuart Semple has set "Tiffany Blue" free. You may remember he's the guy behind the blackest-black ink, the blackest-known substance, the pinkest pink, and the related battle with… READ THE REST
8-Bit Trip 2: stop-motion Lego tribute gets a sequel
It's been more than a decade since the original 8-Bit Trip, but Rymdreglage hasn't been sleeping. Hello, finally, we are done with this video, we have been working on it… READ THE REST
$185 for a laptop that actually runs? Student sidekick secured
TL;DR: This Microsoft Surface SE laptop from 2022 in open-box condition is only $184.97 (reg. $378.99) for a limited time. New school year, new laptop. If it's lagging or just not getting the… READ THE REST
Not all screen time needs to feel like a parenting fail — meet this calm Montessori-inspired option
TL;DR: Ditch screen time guilt with help from low-stimulation app Pok Pok, now just $59.99 (reg. $250) for a lifetime subscription. If you take care of little humans, you probably know the… READ THE REST
Learn 56 languages for less than one month of Duolingo Plus
TL;DR: Get a lifetime access to 56 languages with the Qlango Language Learning app for just $34.97 (reg. $119.99). Deal ends July 20 at 11:45 p.m. PT. Language learning apps want your… READ THE REST
