Terra’s Crypto Meltdown Was Inevitable

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May 14, 2022 WIRED is going global—and we're making some changes to our newsletters as a result. You'll stop receiving this newsletter after May 25, 2022, but you can continue to read the latest tech, science, security and internet culture news, analysis and features on WIRED.com. Visit WIRED.com Terra's Crypto Meltdown Was Inevitable By Gian M. Volpicelli An epic crash in algorithmic stablecoins spells trouble for the entire industry. How One Company Helps Keep Russia's TV Propaganda Machine Online By Justin Ling French satellite operator Eutelsat has refused to stop Russia from using satellites it controls to broadcast state-run programming into the country. EOS Was the World's Most-Hyped Blockchain. Its Fans Want It Back By Gian M. Volpicelli Block.One created the EOS blockchain and raised $4 billion in a record-breaking ICO. Now, its members have taken over. Two Visions Clash Over How to Fight Online Child Abuse in Europe By Morgan Meaker A new EU proposal would allow forced searches of users' messages. Critics say the plan goes too far. The Desert's Fragile Skin Can't Take Much More Heat By Kristy Hamilton Climate change and human activity are destroying the layers of fungi, lichen, and bacteria that protect deserts from erosion. The Ramifications of Roe v. Wade's Fall Won't Stop at Abortion Bans By Grace Browne In certain states, politicians could leap on the opportunity to push for the criminalization of certain methods of birth control and impair access to IVF. Supernatural VR Makes Working Out More Accessible Than Ever By Marah Eakin The virtual reality fitness program is inspiring users—like me—who say they never felt accepted by traditional gyms. Get the latest issue of WIRED   Telegram bills itself as the anti-censorship communication app for free thinkers. But is it really a force for good?                             Also in this issue... The Dutch startup that's building biodegradable coffins   Can Icelandic stone trap enough CO2 to fix the climate? Elevating the ordinary – WIRED's design special An assault course for the automated   Subscribe for £19 a year Unsubscribe  |  View this email in your browser  Queries about this email? Contact datacontroller@condenast.co.uk Condé Nast Publications 1 Hanover Square, London W1S 1JU © The Condé Nast Publications Ltd Our Privacy Policy