5 Lessons from 5 of Steven Spielberg's Favorite Films

Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day hits theaters June 12, which means the man is top of mind right now. And when we think about Spielberg, we think about a career that spans _Duel_ to _Schindler's List_ to _Jurassic Park_ without a decade of coasting. But what keeps him going?

He recently said he still watches Lawrence of Arabia once a year on 70mm just to "stay humble." And he once told…

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Avichal Garg: Investing in crypto and fintech offers better long-term returns, the importance of formal verification in DeFi, and how tokens enable participatory capitalism | Empire

Investing in overlooked sectors like crypto could yield better long-term returns than the current AI frenzy.

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‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Eleştirmenleri İkiye Böldü: “Son Yılların En Eğlenceli Star Wars’u” mu, “Sıkıcı Bir Macera” mı?

Jon Favreau imzalı 'The Mandalorian and Grogu', 22 Mayıs’ta vizyona giriyor. Pedro Pascal’ın yeniden 'Din Djarin' rolüne döndüğü film, Disney’in yedi yıl aradan sonra beyaz perdeye taşıdığı ilk 'Star Wars' yapımı olma özelliğini taşıyor.

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Alex Pruden: Quantum computing threatens elliptic curve cryptography, urgent need for postmodern cryptography, and the Bitcoin community’s philosophical divide | Empire

Quantum computing's rapid advancements pose an urgent threat to the security of digital assets and financial systems.

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‘We made history’: Denise Julia signs with US record label

Singer-songwriter Denise Julia has announced that she has signed with U.S.-based record label EMPIRE, calling the milestone a historic moment in her career. “Not so secret’s out 🥹 I’ve officially signed to a US label 🤍 thank you, EMPIRE 🩶,” she wrote on social media. EMPIRE is a record label and distribution company founded in […]

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Croatia’s second city in shoulder season — no crowds, 23°C temperatures, and £22 flights

Spend the shoulder season in Split when crowds are scarce (Picture: Sophie-May Williams)

For the past 17 years, Croatia has been on my bucket list. My interest in the Balkan nation started in school, when our form groups were divided by country.

I was placed in Croatia, a place visually defined by sparkling coastlines, sweeping vineyards and turquoise lakes.

It’s also steeped in history. After…

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Stani Kulechov: The recent bridge exploit posed an existential threat to DeFi, immediate collaboration is essential for recovery, and restoring confidence is more impactful than individual protocol performance | Empire

DeFi's resilience and collaboration are crucial to preventing a crisis worse than the FTX collapse.

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Desert Hearts Inks Deal with EMPIRE and Steps Into New Era with ‘California’ EP

Mikey Lion, Lee Reynolds, and Marbs are opening the door to a new era of Desert Hearts by signing a deal with EMPIRE and releasing the California EP.

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History Nerd Bucket List: The Jenny Geddes Stool

Before I depart this world, I would like to visit St. Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh, Scotland, and see the Jenny Geddes memorial. I’m told it’s open to the public. Why? What’s interesting about a stool? Well, it’s probably impossible to point to a single moment, or a single object, and say “The Enlightenment began here.”. […]

Adrian Cachinero Vasiljevic: Stablecoins are safer and more efficient than banks, DeFi lending rates are aligning with traditional finance, and crypto guarantees ensure transaction integrity | Empire

Stablecoins' perceived safety challenges traditional banking, but DeFi's infrastructure gaps pose significant risks.

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Dmitry Tokarev: Many crypto projects are exceeding expectations, investors are shifting to self-directed strategies, and Copper is emerging as a top European custody provider | Empire

Retail investors gain access to institutional-grade security with the launch of a new crypto custody platform.

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I took ‘Europe’s most beautiful train’ to where Star Wars was filmed

The Bergen Line passes through some of Norway (and indeed Scandinavia’s) most breathtaking scenery (Picture: SOPA Images/Shutterstock)

There is no WiFi, but as I discovered, there’s no need for it when you’re zipping along on one of Europe’s most beautiful train journeys.

Technology be damned, the views do the entertaining. I’ve taken the train that runs from Oslo to Bergen many times in both…

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Keone Hon: Monad’s successful blockchain launch, the importance of decentralization for user trust, and why outdated token gating strategies hinder growth | Empire

Monad's groundbreaking token sale on Coinbase draws 85,000 participants, spotlighting its innovative market strategy.

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Imperia: A European Culture Story, Part 3 (and last)

Third and last part of an article discussing Imperia, the large concrete statue of a semi-fictional medieval sex worker. Part 1 is here and Part 2 is here. A Clandestine Erection Imperia went up in April 1993, and I won’t even try to explain the insane backstory. Short version: some people in Constance wanted a […]

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Imperia: A European Culture Story, Part 2

Some Americans have been talking about our shared European culture lately! As CT’s resident American-in-Europe, I feel I must respond. So, here’s a European culture story. (This is Part 2, You can find Part 1 here.) Okay, so Imperia! Big concrete statue on the shore of Lake Constance. Medieval sex worker. 9 meters tall, weighs […]

Bryan Pellegrino: Xero’s unified blockchain system eliminates layer separation, misconceptions about layer two security, and the game-changing potential of zk technology | Empire

LayerZero's breakthrough technology could redefine blockchain efficiency and scalability for the entire industry.

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Jill Gunter: Crypto’s Evolving Landscape, Privacy Concerns, and Regulatory Shifts | Empire

The crypto industry is gaining recognition and achieving its objectives, signaling a positive trajectory. Despite challenges, the infrastructure for crypto is evolving with a focus on modular solutions and interoperability. Bitcoin and stablecoins serve as alternatives to fiat currencies, each wi...

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Caroline Pham: CFTC’s focus on foundational principles will enhance market integrity, why collaboration with SEC is essential, and the importance of a positive regulatory posture for crypto innovation | Empire

The CFTC is focusing on returning to foundational principles to enhance market oversight. Emphasis is placed on ensuring financial markets serve the economy through price discovery and risk mitigation. Regulatory efforts should prioritize market integrity over sensational headlines.

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Keone Hon: Monad’s token sale breaks records on Coinbase | Empire

Monad's blockchain launch showcased impressive transaction speed and seamless user experience. Coordination challenges were a hurdle in achieving a perfect launch. Monad strategically opted out of an ecosystem-wide pre-deposit campaign.

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Matt Hogan: Institutional adoption is ending the four-year cycle, Bitcoin halving is losing significance, and covered call strategies are reshaping investment | Empire

The traditional four-year cycle in crypto is becoming obsolete due to the influence of institutional adoption. Institutional investments in crypto have reached a staggering $15 trillion, indicating a major shift in market dynamics. The fear and greed index suggests a stable market outlook despite...

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Nick Shalek: The future of finance blends decentralized and permissioned systems, why regulatory clarity is crucial for digital asset adoption, and how tokenization will personalize financial interactions | Empire

Future financial systems will blend traditional and blockchain elements for a more personalized experience.

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Noah: Crypto faces a crisis of faith demanding productivity, Theia’s long-only strategy amid limited token supply, and the rising importance of narratives in attracting capital | Empire

Crypto is facing a crisis of faith, needing increased productivity to outperform traditional markets. Theia operates as a liquid fund, focusing solely on long positions without holding cash. Current market conditions have led to a concentrated investment strategy in key opportunities.

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Déni de guerre, déni de débat, déni d’intelligence et de sécurité collective

Le 12 février 2026 à l’université Jean Moulin (Lyon 3) dans l’auditorium André Malraux, nous avons commencé une conférence publique sur le « déni de guerre » avec l’historien Stéphane Audoin-Rouzeau qui vient de publier un libellé sur le sujet (Seuil) et Sylvène Edouard, doyenne de l’Université. Le débat démarre immédiatement devant un public de près de … Lire la suite Déni de guerre, déni de…

Time, Held

Time arrives before anything happens. It shows up early, settles in, rearranges the day around itself. You learn it through how the body prepares. Through the way the chest stays slightly lifted, like it’s waiting for a tap on the shoulder. Through how often the jaw tightens when the phone lights up. Through the reflex...

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