Weekly Download #74: An inHumane ending to a big-time scam

^{HOW TO}
How to delete your X account

I’m not trying to make a “political statement” here. X (formerly Twitter) sucks ass now – from the user experience to the user base.

Want to remove that pain point from your life? Here’s how to permanently delete your X account.

• Log in to your X account

• Tap your profile icon or the navigation menu

• Tap Settings and privacy

• Tap Your account

• Tap Deactivate your account

• Read the confirmation prompt

• Tap Deactivate

• Enter your password when prompted

• Tap Deactivate again to confirm

There you go: Genie you’re free. Now you can follow us on Bluesky.

NEWSLETTERS WORTH READING

If we subscribe to them, you should probably too.

Important, Not Important: Science for people who give a sh*t

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tl;dr sec: Keep up with Cybersecurity in 7 min

^{FAST FIVE} 
Five News Stories You Missed

1.) Crypto exchange Bybit experiences bank run after losing over $1.4b in hack
KnowTechie’s take: This is the biggest crypto heist in history – so far.

2.) Microsoft claims quantum computing breakthrough – but scientists aren’t convinced.
KnowTechie’s take: I for one am shocked to hear that Microsoft would lie.

3.) Mark Zuckerberg is still really unpopular, despite all the cringe stuff he’s been doing.
KnowTechie’s take: Good lord this guy is such a loser he can’t even sell out right.

4.) Apple introduces iPhone 16e
KnowTechie’s take: The $599 device will feature Apple Intelligence and a dedicated 5G modem (finally).

5.) Perplexity launches Deep Research
KnowTechie’s take: AI companies are scrambling to catch up with DeepSeek’s supposedly more reasoning-based models and you know what? Perplexity’s ain’t half bad.

^{ELON EXTRA}
Elon Musk stories with no additional commentary

X is now blocking links to Signal

DOGE emails federal employees looking for work reports

Elon was given a chainsaw at CPAC

^{GEAR OF THE WEEK}
Quntis Computer Monitor Lamp

You might not even realize it, but your monitor is probably f*cking with your eyes. Yes, even RIGHT NOW. That’s why you need the Quntis Computer Monitor Lamp.

Computer monitors exude a harsh, blue light that can cause eye strain – especially if you’re working late nights editing a newsletter.

Kevin loves his Quntis Computer Monitor Lamp and here’s why:

• Reduces eye strain with warm ambient glow.

• Adjustable brightness using simple touch controls.

• Fits most standard monitors; broad compatibility.

• USB-powered for convenient, clutter-free setup.

• Under $40 and well worth the price.

Read Kevin’s full review and grab your own here.

TOOLS

Perplexity Deep Research – Save hours on research

Award Travel Finder – Maximize your frequent flyer miles

Fix Blurry Photos V2 – Fix… blurry… photos (makes sense)

Pawtraits on iOS – Purrfect pet pics

Bookseed – Summarize long books

TOOLS KEVIN USES

Expense Monkey – This AI expensing tool manages business expenses, receipts, and reimbursements on autopilot.

Softr: Softr is the easiest way to turn your data into powerful business apps—no code required.

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THANKS FOR READING!

Have a great week, see you in March!

-Roger