People will throw away about 5.3 billion phones this year

Smartphones should be properly disposed of at the end of their lifespan. Deposit Photos Getting a new smartphone is undeniably exciting. A new model typically comes with a better camera, faster processing, more storage, a better screen and more. However, all of this constant smartphone turnover is wrecking havoc on the environment, especially when it…

This Kickstarter-funded sharpener keeps knives in top shape and has best-of-web pricing

Stack Commerce We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Chances are you probably haven’t yet started on your holiday shopping. Get a head start on the gifting season and save off the Angle Pro Knife Sharpener with Angle Gauge for a limited time only.  Culinary knives…

Andreessen Horowitz backs Synonym’s bio-manufacturing facilities

Armed with $6.3 million in new pre-seed capital, Synonym Biotechnologies has begun the development phase for its first productized bio-manufacturing facilities for non-pharmaceutical applications. Edward Shenderovich and Joshua Lachter started the company in January 2022 to develop, finance and build commercial-scale bio-manufacturing facilities to provide synthetic biology producers of all size with flexible production capacity…

Russia’s oil exports would still make Moscow a profit even with a $60 price cap in place, Janet Yellen says

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen Drew Angerer/Getty Images Russia could profit from its oil exports even with a $60 price cap, Janet Yellen said.  She said Russia has been willing to produce and sell its crude in that range in the past.  G7 countries want to cap Russian oil to curb its revenues by keeping global…

Taking charge of my family’s finances helped me feel empowered again after becoming a stay-at-home mom

Insider’s experts choose the best products and services to help make smart decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. The author, center, with her husband and children. Cassie Controneo Photography I…