Clem Burke, the longtime Blondie drummer who also appeared on albums by Pete Townshend, Iggy Pop, and Bob Dylan, has died. His bandmates Debbie Harry and Chris Stein confirmed the news on Instagram, noting that he’d been privately battling cancer. Burke was 70 years old.
“Clem was not just a drummer; he was the heartbeat of Blondie,” they wrote. “His talent, energy, and passion for music were unmatched, and his contributions to our sound and success are immeasurable. Beyond his musicianship, Clem was a source of inspiration both on and off the stage. His vibrant spirit, infectious enthusiasm and rock solid work ethic touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.”
Born Clement Bozewski on November 24, 1954 in Bayonne, New Jersey, Burke played in several cover bands before moving to New York, where Harry and Stein recruited him to be their drummer. After original bassist Fred Smith left Blondie to join Television, Burke kept the group together by enlisting his friend Gary Valentine to play bass. Along with Harry and Stein, he is the only member of the band to perform on every one of their studio albums, from 1976’s self-titled to 2017’s Pollinator, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with them in 2006.
After Blondie took an extended hiatus following the release of The Hunter in 1982, Burke drummed for Eurythmics, Iggy Pop, the Romantics, Pete Townshend, Bob Dylan, Joan Jett, and the Go-Go’s’ Kathy Valentine, among others. He was part of a number of supergroups, including the International Swingers (with Sex Pistols bass player Glen Matlock, guitarist James Stevenson of Generation X, and singer Gary Twinn of Supernaut) and Slinky Vagabond (with Matlock, David Bowie guitarist Earl Slick, and Keanan Duffty). In the early 2010s, he also became a founding member of the Split Squad.
In 2011, Burke received an honorary doctorate from the University of Gloucestershire for his work on the Clem Burke Drumming Project, which studied the physical, mental, and health benefits of drumming over an 8-year period.
“Clem’s influence extended far beyond Blondie,” the group’s statement continued. “A self proclaimed ‘Rock & Roll survivalist,’ he played and collaborated with numerous iconic artists, including Eurythmics, Ramones, Bob Dylan, Bob Geldof, Iggy Pop, Joan Jett, Chequered Past, the Fleshtones, the Romantics, Dramarama, the Adult Net, the Split Squad, the International Swingers, L.A.M.F., Empty Hearts, Slinky Vagabond and even the Go-Go’s. His influence and contributions have spanned decades and genres, leaving an indelible mark on every project he was a part of.”
“We extend our deepest condolences to Clem’s family, friends, and fans around the world,” they added. “His legacy will live on through the tremendous amount of music he created and the countless lives he touched. As we navigate this profound loss, we ask for privacy during this difficult time. Godspeed, Dr. Burke.”
In the world of Great Grandpa‘s Patience, Moonbeam, things can move at lightning speed. “It’s perfect when I leave you, damn,” goes a gut-churning line on album centerpiece ‘Doom’, before ‘Task’ frames the feeling of perfection through a more familiar and grounded lens: the kind of song you sing along to. “It’s out of mind/ Those things that hurt us/ It moves right through/ The things we made/ It’s like there’s only sun/ All the darkness here is gone,” Al Menne sings, and another run of group vocals soon provides the evidence. ‘Task’ did not start as a song about the Seattle-founded quintet’s artistic and personal reunion; ‘Doom’, open to interpretation as it may be, was certaintly not written as its point of contrast. No one left the band – still comprising Pat and Caroline Goodwin, Al Menne, Dylan Hanwright, and Cam LaFlam – in the time since 2019’s Four of Arrows, though periods of creative uncertainty and geographical separation at least partly contibuted to the wait between albums. Carefully constructed, collaborative, and cohesive, Patience, Moonbeam allows each member to reorient their timelines, infuse intimacy with drama, and filter their personal experiences through history, mystery, and above all, community. And so, even as they question the very nature of it, Great Grandpa prove themselves up to the task.
We caught up with Great Grandpa’s Pat Goodwin and Cam LaFlam and to talk about every song on their new album, Patience, Moonbeam. Read our track-by-track breakdown and listen to the album below.
1. Sleep
Tell me about the decision to open the record with an instrumental, as opposed to having something like the piano interlude on Four of Arrows in the middle of it.
Pat Goodwin: I always imagined that ‘Sleep’ was part of ‘Never Rest’. The fact we split it up – I don’t know if we ever even had a conversation about this in particular. But we live in a world of instant gratification, and I think people are very terrified of not hooking people right away. We wanted to give the listener a bit more benefit of the doubt, or trust them a bit more that they wouldn’t just turn it off after 10 seconds because they’re like, “Well, this is just some boring instrumental track, I’ll never listen to the rest of this.” I do think most listeners are more savvy than people give them credit for, and that they will have that patience. And if somebody doesn’t, that’s okay. Maybe the record is not for them. I think the record is about longer payoffs – about investment, and then having that come later, which is kind of antithetical to the way our culture works these days. Even us taking so long to make it, I think, is part of that. Just having the confidence on our end to feel like we can do something that maybe is not an intelligent choice from a marketing or branding or PR standpoint but serves the larger narrative of the album.
All of us, for the most part, have some sort of tenderness or love of more progressive or avant-garde or experimental music. There’s obviously so many great records that give you that sort of introduction to the world, that guides you in gently– this used to obviously be more of a hallmark of records back in the ’60s and ’70s. If you look at Pink Floyd or even pop artists like Elton John, they’d do stuff like this where there’d be these extended intros that set the stage in a more theatrical way. And I do think people are more scared of that now.
2. Never Rest
‘Never Rest’ introduces this idea of patience, or being “patient-eyed,” counteracting with a restless kind of yearning. It’s also interesting how “I never rest, only sleep” comes into contrast with the previous album, which was named after the tarot card symbolizing rest.
PW: That’s a great insight. I’m glad you picked up on that. I feel like talking about this stuff, there’s always a fine balance between wanting the listener to discover the puzzle or unravel it themselves. We talk about this a lot ourselves: How much do we want to hand-hold people, or be super literal about talking about these things upfront? But I always feel much more open to talk about it in interviews like this, where there’s this sense of the person having dug into it, and there’s a sense of appreciation or understanding already for that. But we want to give people that space.
I saw somebody note that the record starts with a birth and ends with a death – there’s this cyclical thing. It’s a motif we’ve explored a lot in our music: the push-and-pull between the high energy and the low energy, of resting or working. I think for a lot of us in the band who have more dysregulated mood stuff, it’s very much part of our reality. Sometimes I’m hyper-productive and have an outpouring of creativity, and other times I’m very subdued and retreat a bit. I think the beginning of ‘Sleep’ leading into ‘Never Rest’ is this moment of real tension in my life, of becoming a parent. Like, there’s this birth coming, and feeling unprepared, feeling scared in a way. So much of my identity and my sense of self comes from the creative labor of making art like this, and I think I had a sense that I would be losing that, almost, if I became a parent. That all of my time, and the real labor that goes into making art, would be sort of taken away by becoming a parent. I’m not afraid to say, I was very terrified.
I think it very much came from an authentic place of feeling that tension mixed with that excitement of this transformative thing, and trying to wrestle with that. That’s kind of the core spirit of ‘Never Rest’ – that wrestling with letting go. Because, in many ways, I think to be an artist requires a sense of selfishness. I mean, what you make in the end could be argued to have more selfless qualities, because other people enjoy it and appreciate it. But often, to create it is a very selfish thing and requires a lot of sacrifice from others around you, just because of the amount of emotional and literal time that is required for its creation.
3. Junior
I think ‘Junior’ provides traces of a story to the foreboding atmosphere that you’ve built up by this point, but it still has a light and feathery touch to it. How do you think it works in the context of the album?
Cam LaFlam: I think it has an immediacy to it, coming out of ‘Never Rest’. There’s some real crisp vividness to the lyrics, but also a certain energetic element to the song that carries it all the way through. I feel like that was something I tried to bring in terms of the drums, that driving energy. It’s one I’ve really been enjoying playing as a group.
PG: I’ve been going back and forth about talking about this song in more depth. When I was writing it, because I was so steeped in the world it’s derived from – it’s actually based on historical events and people – I felt like when I finished it that it was quite literal, and everyone would know exactly what it was about. But then no one’s picked up on that. I never wanted it to be too on the nose, that it was something people would come to on their own. So at this point, I’m more curious to lay some of the seeds for people to explore that a bit more, which ties into the songs in the record.
At least for my own songs on this record, I like that idea of starting very personal and then closing that loop. So, ‘Never Rest’ is a very personal song, and ‘Kid’ is a very personal song, In the past, I’ve always written much more small, very personal, internal types of songs, and I really wanted to push myself to get out of that and try exploring different styles, maybe more narrative, fictional characters. Trying out topical songs, different sorts of songwriting paradigms. So with the middle of the record, I really wanted to sandwich a lot of that in. And one of the big things sort of in the middle of the record for me is this – I’ve been calling it like the “cult trilogy,” and that’s ‘Doom’, ‘Emma’, and ‘Junior’, and they all are tied together.
‘Junior’, in so few words, is really based on the life of Joseph Smith, the Mormon prophet. I listened to this podcast that is incredibly fascinating. The person who writes the podcast and presents it is an ex-Mormon who grew up in the church and then became sort of a historian of the Mormon faith and is quite literal and factual about the actual history of what happened, how this religion or this cult – depending on your perspective – came to be. And it’s stranger than fiction, right? The cast of characters and some of the events that happened are pretty inspiring from a creative standpoint. After listening to it, I was like, “This is such rich source material.” You look at a film like The Master, which was of course based on L. Ron Hubbard, and I always thought that was a very elegant exploration of that. So I was hoping to kind of do something like that in more lyrical form on this record. There’s obviously my own biases, but I want to keep it in a way detached from the whole thing and more tender.
‘Junior’ is more about Joseph Smith, first from his father’s perspective in the first verse, and then the second verse is from his own perspective. Because it’s always interesting with these kinds of people: How much of it do they truly believe versus how much of it is part of some sort of manipulative grift? I think there’s always an element of both with many cult leaders, where I think they do believe it to some extent, but there’s also a sense that they are just a manipulator. I wanted to try to walk that line of keeping that sort of human aspect of it, of what really what happened in his life, and falling in love with Emma, who is his first wife. That’s what the next song is about: a love letter from Joseph Smith to his wife.
4. Emma
The intimacy of it is curious and human, but also unnerving and open-ended.
PG: There’s this anxiety, right? I believe that Joseph Smith did have a genuine love – despite having more wives later in his life – for Emma, and that she was in a way singular and special. But being this first love and someone who was fundamental to his growth as a cult leader and was there from the very beginning – mixed with the fact that he’s building this sort of empire on lies – how do you reckon with that? There’s this awareness that he’s building this whole house of cards, and how do I protect this person that I love or keep that from them? I wanted to really try to find a way to approach that with a sense of tenderness but also unease. It’s like Breaking Bad or any of these things where these people get so deep into the lie that the illusion they’re putting up to the ones they love just starts to weigh on them more and more. I wanted to bring that across both in the sound of the song but also in those lyrics.
CL: When we worked on ‘Emma’, we developed it from Pat’s idea relatively late in these songs. And the connection that emerged in the melodic element between ‘Emma’ and ‘Doom’ goes back again to these connections Pat’s been speaking to.
5. Ladybug
I know Al and Dylan both contributed lyrics to the song. I’m curious if the collaborative process was as playful as the song sounds.
CL: For sure, yeah. We took it through a number of iterations. It had its very initial building blocks, and then over several years, we constructed several different pieces of architecture. Whether in some of the little loops and hooks that we discovered along the way, or the shouted vocals – I remember recording those and having a blast.
PG: It was something lyrically that I struggled with for a long time. Eventually, it gained this sense of confidence, of leaning into the sort of hedonistic quality of it. I do think the pursuit of happiness – because that’s kind of the point of the song – everybody’s familiar with the general message there. But the song that I really like to point to for this one, and I like the way they speak about it, is ‘Catching Smoke’ – it’s a King Gizzard song off Butterfly 3000. I remember reading a press thing once about that, and them just talking about how they really wanted to shamelessly make something hedonistic, that’s just about the ecstatic joy of taking drugs with your friends and not overthinking that. Just trying to capture that lightning-in-a-bottle thing.
I think I was fighting the natural energy of the song, trying to turn it into something it wasn’t. And then when I came back and started working on the lyrics the second time, I sort of leaned into the origin of the song, which was really about a friend and I taking acid and stumbling into a wedding in a park – we didn’t know the people there, we just happened upon it and became a part of this wedding while we were tripping. It was just a very surreal and funny experience, something incredibly memorable. But it’s one of those things where, like anything, these moments are incredibly fleeting, and they’re artificial in a way. The drugs are not an actual path to happiness – it’s a transient thing, not a long-term, deeper wellness. I’m pretty into meditation and trying to find that contentment in the baseline. But of course, like anyone else, I’m attracted to that appeal, and historically was a lot more when I was younger – trying to chase those highs, the rush, the excitement. And that’s something that never truly brings a lasting sense of peace or happiness.
I wanted to ride that line of worshiping and expressing a love for those moments, while also keeping them at a distance and saying, “This is something that’s not necessarily good for me or what I’m actually seeking.” This was so fun, and this moment was really meaningful, yet I don’t want this to be something I’m seeking out.
6. Kiss the Dice
This is one of the subtler songs on the record, yet still gestures at something profound. Cam, can you speak to the detail in the background instrumentation of the track, especially the percussion?
CL: Al was the primary songwriter for ‘Kiss the Dice’, and it was one that I think pretty immediately we just responded to. With the drums, I remember one phase of working on this record – we were doing some writing/arranging pre-production at this great studio in Anacortes, Washington, called The Unknown, and I believe that was the space where we were doing some exploration for ‘Kiss the Dice’. With Dylan leading much of the production and engineering of this album, we ended up pulling some drum pieces from those sessions, which I think really served well for ‘Kiss the Dice’. Just one element of Al’s brilliance as a songwriter is their ability to construct a song that feels so full and meaningful but also can carry brevity. There’s really an immediacy to that song for me. It felt like the right place for some more subtlety there, like you said, coming out of ‘Ladybug’.
PG: I do think immediacy is the key word. It really came together so quickly. So many songs went through lots of iterations and maybe are even overwrought in a sense. Even in Al’s performance, where he cuts loose a bit, there’s just something about that rawness that feels really refreshing, and a really good foil to some of the other stuff, which is more orchestrated and has an almost over-perfectionist precision.
7. Doom
How much can you tell me about this song as a conclusion to that trilogy, without necessarily giving a definitive narrative?
PG: It’s one where I do like the idea of it being more of a cryptic piece of the puzzle. The one thing I feel more comfortable giving as a clue to people if they want to dig into that world: it’s taking a lot of the concepts of what constitutes a cult, and how is a cult made, how that transforms people, and applying that to a more modern lens. It’s more our world as opposed to the world of, like, the 1830s. It’s kind of expanding on some of those themes explored, but from a more contemporary lens. And the other underlying theme in that one as well is The Green Knight, the Arthurian lore. So there’s a mixture: exploring the earlier stuff through a more modern lens, but also an even more ancient one as well.
8. Task
The song has this perfectly down-to-earth and kind of pure euphoria that’s maybe not fully realized in ‘Ladybug’. I love how it takes this curious turn at the end that explains the title but also makes you wonder about the connection between those parts.
PG: This is one of those things where the creation of the song informs the story – the song itself is almost like a document of its own creation. Because originally, I had written the music for it, and I had scratch lyrics, but the very end – “Tell me what my task is” – when I wrote that, it was when we were at our point of least certainty, if we were ever going to make more music together. This is when we were living abroad, and the band was basically fully in hiatus mode. I had this deep sense of lack of purpose – I was trying to write songs, and I didn’t know how they would be made, who I would make them with. It just felt like Great Grandpa was such a core part of my own musical identity for the last decade, and it felt very much like there was this void, and I didn’t know what to do.
When we did start making music, and I brought that to the group, I didn’t really know how to finish it. Al was like, “I’ll write lyrics for this,” and then wrote all the beautiful lyrics for the whole rest of the song, which ended up becoming this story about our reunion in that time, us coming back together and reaffirming our friendship and our love, and how the art binds us. And it’s so beautiful – there are just such wonderful lyrics. It’s such a treat to collaborate with him on that, and I think everybody brought a real sense of reverence at the end. It almost felt like a ritual when we performed it as a group.
This is a song that we actually did with Mike Davis and Sam Rosson, and they were very instrumental in the sound and aesthetic of this song. They did this really beautiful scene-setting in the studio, it was very aesthetic and very vibey. I think we all felt like this was a healing or important moment for us as a group, singing this all together.
CL: I think there is – you sort of described it this way earlier – a certain groundedness to the joy of the song, if we were to contrast it with something like ‘Ladybug’. And I think that feeling maybe comes through because of what Pat was just speaking to. The end of the song, when we’re all singing together – we’ve been doing that live, and that’s always been a cool, special moment to share.
9. Top Gun
I know neither of you is credited on this one specifically, and Al wrote the lyrics, but I’m curious how they resonated with you.
CL: I can’t really speak to the lyrics too much, but again, the specificity of Al’s lyrics is so well done. And I really like it being side by side with ‘Task’.
PG: This is something Al just does so well as a songwriter, is set a mood. There’s just a deep nostalgia to that song, something that feels warm and comforting and bittersweet. It’s kind of that Mono no Aware concept, which we literally have a song about. There’s something about the tenderness of the production and the presentation of it that feels super humble in a really good way.
10. Patience, Moonbeam
PG: I think Dylan found that in a session – it came from the ‘Task’ session, actually. I’m pretty sure it was just something that Mike Davis, who produced ‘Task’, had made as a background loop or sample. When we were digging through the ‘Task’ session later, adding more to it, we stumbled on that and were like, “Oh, this is really cool – let’s just put it on the record somewhere as a little moment of peace or transition.” I do think it would have been kind of jarring coming right out of the folky, rootsy thing of ‘Top Gun’ right into ‘Ephemera’ without some kind of transition.
11. Ephemera
Cam, I know you wrote the lyrics and the music for this one, and I just realized its connection to ‘Ladybug’ in terms of the idea of transience. What prompted this meditation for you, while also leaning into more of a trip-hop vibe?
CL: As it often goes for me when writing songs, the vocal melody come first, sometimes placeholder lyrics. The specific origin point of writing ‘Ephemera’ was just some piano chords and the vocal melodies for the song, and it sat for quite some time just as that. Revisiting it within the context of working on this record together, I started working on the lyrics, just kind of exploring what the world is, sonically speaking, that I thought might serve the transitory nature of experience that I’m getting into – the mystery of that, the frustration of that, the joy of moment to moment. Portishead ended up being a reference point as a band that, broadly speaking, construct some really vivid, specific worlds – something mysterious and a bit hazy and groovy. Dylan was instrumental in helping produce and develop that arrangement and inform that world, knowing that it just followed that feeling.
12. Kid
When you released that song eight months ago, it marked your first song in five years. I’m curious how you decided to include it as the last song on the record.
PG: I kind of like the reverse timeline of the record in that sense, where that’s actually one of the oldest songs. And, in terms of our own personal journeys, it’s the first thing sequentially and kind of what kicks off a lot of the spirit of the record. For both Carrie and I, writing stuff for this record – so much of it is about our journey to becoming parents. We started the record with zero children, and now we have two. A lot has changed. And that was the first part of that journey – going through that really awful process of… we actually had several miscarriages trying to have our first child. That informed so much of what we were writing in the process.
But it felt weird to start the record like that. The song ends on this somewhat hopeful note – it’s very muted and reserved, in a way, but there’s this sense of optimism, that there is meaning to the suffering. I think that’s a big theme in the song. Switching up the timeline just made more sense spiritually, to start with the birth, with the change really happening, and then revisit the challenge of getting to that point later, with that perspective of: It did work out. I liked that reframing.
I also think there was maybe a sense of, this is something we’ve had out for a long time, we don’t necessarily need to lead the record with it. People will already be very familiar because it’s been a single for almost a year. It won’t necessarily suffer by being at the very end of the record, and I think it was an anchor pulling people through the rest so they didn’t burn out after the first three songs, as people often do.
You described the hope at the end as muted and reserved. What resonance has it taken on for you now? Has the intensity of it changed?
PG: I wish Carrie could be here to put this in her own words, but I’ll try to paraphrase. For her, she can’t listen to that song – she still can’t. It’s too painful. The experience is still too raw years later, and just listening to the song conjures up a lot of those emotions. I feel like we have a complicated relationship with it because it’s definitely our most heart-on-the-sleeve, truly personal song in a very pure and uncool sense. It’s not really veiled or cryptic or even – it’s just blunt in a way that feels hard sometimes to look at it. Despite its grandeur and all these other things, I think the fact that it became the backdrop of that narrative has made it a complicated thing for us to return to or even sit with too much. I don’t listen to that song very often. I’ve listened to it during the recording process and maybe a few times after it was done, but it’s a hard one to listen to, for sure.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity and length.
Those who have been keeping their fingers on the pulse of the crypto market for long enough know that Ethereum used to be hailed as a crypto powerhouse. It was praised as the pinnacle of blockchain innovation and the driving force of the decentralized finance (DeFi) movement, being expected to play a key role in the development of the Web3 ecosystem.
Outshined only by Bitcoin in terms of value and popularity, Ethereum has amassed a large and loyal community of supporters who strongly believe in its potential to revolutionize the world we live in. But recent developments have come to test their faith and shake their unwavering trust in the famous asset. Ethereum has lost 55% of its worth since the beginning of the year, and the descending trend could extend further into the future, as the ETH price prediction is looking rather gloomy.
Therefore, the chances that Ethereum might one day put an end to Bitcoin’s decade-long dominance are becoming ever more slim. The conversation has progressively shifted from Ethereum’s potential growth to its survival. That has caused many to wonder if we might be witnessing the downfall of a crypto giant in real time. Others are more tempered in their takes and see this as a transitory phase in Ethereum’s evolution.
Whatever the case might be, it’s worth taking a closer look at Ethereum’s current state and the factors behind its recent performance, or better said, underperformance.
High expectations, low results
Early in the year, most predictions placed Ethereum among the winners for 2025. Unfortunately, none of these forecasts materialized. After rising above $4K briefly last December and kindling hopes of a potential record high, Ethereum experienced a slight decline but remained in a comfortable range, entering 2025 at a solid value of $3,348.
What followed next was a gradual depreciation that caused Ethereum to lose most of the gains it had registered the previous year. Unable to find the stability and strength to return to former performances, the asset tumbled down under the $2K level. The ongoing fall saw Ethereum drop below $1,500, the lowest point in the year so far.
For the moment, Ethereum remains in a volatile stage, and there’s no certainty it will be able to go back above the $2K area anytime soon, let alone move towards a higher resistance point.
The broader economic context
Before diving into Ethereum’s inner dynamics and the potential faults we might find there, we should look at what’s happening around the asset because external factors are just as influential as internal ones. Unfortunately for Ethereum, the current economic context as of late is anything but favorable.
First of all, we have President Donald Trump’s tariff threats, which have caused a lot of turmoil in the financial sphere, also taking a toll on crypto prices. The total market capitalization of all crypto assets is also on a downward trend, in conjunction with the US stock selloff.
Major financial players are calling attention to the risk of recession getting higher. JPMorgan increased the likelihood of a recession this year from 30% to 40%. Similarly, Goldman Sachs also revised their risk projections, which have gone from 15% to 20%.
Present macroeconomic conditions are causing major headwinds and keeping the crypto market in a highly volatile state, reflecting negatively on Ethereum’s price performance. Although not all cryptocurrencies are impacted equally, Ethereum has been caught in a very bad patch, making it more vulnerable than other assets in its class.
The actions of the Ethereum Foundation
Ethereum’s performance is often analyzed in comparison with Bitcoin’s. While the crypto leader seems to be faring pretty well, the main altcoin is struggling to keep up, lagging further behind. This is causing the gap between Bitcoin and Ethereum to widen.
The negative correlation might highlight a major issue with Ethereum. Unlike its predecessor, which was created by an anonymous developer known as Satoshi Nakamoto, Ethereum was invented by the Russian-Canadian programmer Vitalik Buterin. Satoshi disappeared into thin air more than a decade ago, leaving Bitcoin to develop organically, but Buterin remains in charge of the blockchain’s development, being the main decision-maker of the Ethereum Foundation.
While there’s no doubt that Buterin wants to see his network thrive, the control he has over the platform raises centralization concerns. Some of the decisions that Buterin has taken over the years have caused controversies, with many wondering if the programmer is acting in Ethereum’s best interests. The problem that various analysts have pointed out is that Vitalik Buterin has too much influence over a crypto project that was meant to be a beacon of decentralization.
The numerous upgrades and improvements the network has been subjected to since its inception and how much they actually benefitted Ethereum also come into question. While these upgrades reflect Ethereum’s desire to innovate, it can sometimes feel like the project is more of an experiment than an established blockchain system looking to revolutionize the DeFi space. Therefore, the very thing that has earned Ethereum its laurels as a hub of innovation might be hurting its development now.
In the crypto community, some say that it might be better for Vitalik Buterin to take a page from Satoshi’s book and distance himself from Ethereum, arguing that without his constant involvement the crypto could catch up with the rest.
On the other hand, certain pundits are saying that the Pectra upgrade, might be able to solve many of Ethereum’s issues related to scalability,staking operations and processing capabilities, and bring the asset back on track. With Pectra being the biggest network upgrade since the Merge, many Ethereum supporters have their hopes tied around this milestone.
These are uncertain times for Ethereum and the crypto community as a whole. Then again, the crypto industry never really had long periods of peace or stability. This means that Ethereum is just as likely to continue its decline as it is to pick up the pace and finally emerge from the shadows.
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A hauntingly beautiful experience. Think of it as a mix between Ghost of Tsushima and supernatural horror. You explore, battle spirits, and uncover dark secrets. The atmosphere is thick with mystery. The combat is intense. If you love games that blend action and story, this one is a must-have.
7. WWE 2K25
Wrestling fans, this one’s for you. WWE 2K25 introduces “The Island” mode. It’s not just about the ring anymore. You explore, fight in crazy arenas, and face legendary wrestlers in unique challenges. The mechanics feel smoother. The roster is bigger. And the customization is deeper than ever.
8. Final Fantasy VII Remake
An old classic reborn. This remake brings Midgar to life like never before. Better graphics, better combat, and expanded storylines. If you missed it the first time, don’t make the same mistake now. It’s one of the best RPGs available today.
9. God of War Ragnarök
Kratos and Atreus return. The stakes are higher. The battles are more intense. God of War Ragnarök delivers on every front – story, action, and world-building. If you liked the first game, this one is an easy choice.
10. Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Two Spider-Men. One city. Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 takes everything great about the first game and makes it even better. The web-swinging feels smooth. The combat is satisfying. And the story pulls you in right from the start. If you love superheroes, this one belongs in your collection.
What to do with the remaining gift card balance
After grabbing one of these games, you might still have some balance left. Don’t let it go to waste. Here are a few ideas:
DLCs and expansions: Extend your game with extra content.
In-game currency: Some games offer skins, upgrades, or bonuses.
PlayStation Plus: Get free games every month and access online multiplayer.
Whatever you choose, your PlayStation Gift Card gives you options.
Conclusion
A PlayStation gift card is a way to unlock incredible experiences. Whether you want action, adventure, or strategy, there’s something on this list for you. Pick a game, redeem your card, and start playing. The best moments in gaming are just a download away.
Running a small business can be an exhilarating and rewarding experience, but managing the finances effectively is crucial to ensure the company’s long-term success. Finance teams in small businesses often wear multiple hats and face a variety of challenges. From managing cash flow to adopting SaaS accounting services, the right tools and strategies can make a big difference. Here are 10 practical tips to help finance teams in small businesses optimize their operations, improve financial management, and drive business growth.
1. Maintain a Clear Cash Flow Forecast
Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. It’s essential for small businesses to maintain a clear and accurate cash flow forecast to ensure they have enough funds to cover daily operations, bills, and future growth. Make sure to regularly track income, expenses, and any outstanding payments. This will give you a clear picture of the business’s financial health and help avoid any unexpected cash shortages.
2. Implement a Solid Budgeting Process
Create a detailed budget for your business that covers all aspects of your operations, including fixed and variable expenses, payroll, taxes, and capital expenditures. By having a solid budgeting process in place, finance teams can identify areas where costs can be reduced, allocate funds wisely, and keep the business on track to meet financial goals.
3. Leverage Accounting Software
Manual bookkeeping is outdated and prone to errors. Invest in accounting software to streamline your financial processes. Tools like QuickBooks, Xero, or FreshBooks help manage accounts, generate invoices, and track expenses, reducing the risk of mistakes and saving time. These platforms also generate reports that provide valuable insights into the financial performance of the business.
4. Separate Personal and Business Finances
It’s crucial for small businesses to separate personal and business finances to avoid confusion and potential legal issues. Open a dedicated business bank account and credit card, and use them exclusively for business expenses. This will help you track business expenses more accurately and make tax time easier.
5. Monitor Key Financial Metrics
Stay on top of important financial metrics such as profit margins, return on investment (ROI), accounts payable and receivable, and debt-to-equity ratio. These metrics provide a clear view of the financial health of the business and highlight areas that need improvement. Regularly reviewing these metrics will also help you make informed decisions and drive business strategy.
6. Use Prepaid Credit Cards for Expense Management
Prepaid credit cards can be a powerful tool for finance teams in small businesses. They allow business owners and employees to make purchases while keeping spending in check. Prepaid cards have a set limit, helping to prevent overspending, and can be used for travel, office supplies, and other business expenses. They also reduce the risk of fraud since they aren’t linked to a line of credit. Prepaid cards provide a great way to manage business spending and track expenses, all while maintaining financial control.
7. Establish a Clear Invoice Process
Late payments can cause serious cash flow problems. Implement a clear and efficient invoice process to ensure that you get paid on time. Send out invoices promptly, set clear payment terms, and follow up on overdue payments. Consider offering discounts for early payments or instituting late fees to encourage timely payment.
8. Automate Routine Financial Tasks
Automation can save your team valuable time and reduce the risk of human error. Consider automating routine financial tasks like bill payments, payroll, and invoicing. This frees up time for the finance team to focus on more strategic activities, such as financial forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
9. Stay Organized with Document Management
Ensure that all financial documents, receipts, invoices, and contracts are properly organized and stored. Using a digital document management system helps keep everything in one place, making it easier to retrieve important documents when needed. This is especially important during tax season or when applying for loans or grants, as it ensures you have all necessary paperwork on hand.
10. Seek Professional Financial Advice
Even if you have a competent finance team, it’s always a good idea to consult with professional financial advisors, accountants, or tax experts. They can provide valuable insights on tax planning, compliance issues, and business growth strategies. Regular consultations can help avoid costly mistakes and optimize financial performance.
By following these 10 tips, finance teams in small businesses can create a strong financial foundation, reduce risks, and maximize the potential for growth. Proper financial management, a clear strategy, and effective tools will set your business up for long-term success.
The UK is home to some of the world’s most distinctive and innovative office buildings. These architectural landmarks not only enhance city skylines but also offer valuable lessons for designers looking to create dynamic, functional workspaces. From sustainability to cutting-edge aesthetics, these buildings provide insights into how to blend form and function for the modern office. Here’s what designers can take away from five of the most iconic office buildings:
1. The Gherkin (30 St Mary Axe, London)
Designed by Norman Foster, The Gherkin is a masterpiece of sustainable design, demonstrating the power of form in achieving energy efficiency. The building’s distinctive curving shape is not just an aesthetic choice; it helps reduce wind resistance and energy consumption. Its glass façade features a diamond-shaped pattern that maximizes natural light, minimizing the need for artificial lighting.
What Designers Can Learn: The Gherkin teaches us that design can merge beauty with sustainability. Its unique shape and use of natural light show how an unconventional exterior can improve energy efficiency and functionality. Designers can take inspiration from this approach, creating buildings that are as environmentally responsible as they are striking.
2. The Shard (32 London Bridge Street, London)
The tallest building in the UK, The Shard by Renzo Piano redefined the skyline with its soaring glass structure. Inside, the building integrates open, flexible office spaces with panoramic views of the city. The design embraces transparency and light, creating an airy atmosphere that supports productivity and innovation.
What Designers Can Learn: The Shard demonstrates that verticality doesn’t have to compromise functionality. It shows how modern technology can create vast open spaces with unobstructed views while maintaining privacy and a sense of openness. Designers can learn how to balance monumental scale with intimate, productive environments, proving that office spaces don’t need to feel boxy or confined.
3. The Scalpel (52 Lime Street, London)
Completed in 2018, The Scalpel is a sharp-edged, glass-clad structure designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox. Its angular design helps reflect light while reducing glare on nearby buildings. Inside, the office spaces are open, flexible, and filled with natural light, creating an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Remember that in any office space, you can maximise natural light and still create privacy using window films.
What Designers Can Learn: The Scalpel exemplifies how sharp, angular lines can create dynamic architectural statements while still serving the practical needs of a modern office. Its minimalistic, open-plan interiors emphasize the value of clean lines and efficient use of space. Designers can learn from The Scalpel’s approach to sustainability and openness, where architecture and interiors work together to promote both aesthetics and productivity.
4. The Mailbox (Birmingham)
A former Royal Mail sorting office transformed into a vibrant mixed-use development, The Mailbox blends historical architectural elements with modern design. The red brick exterior nods to its industrial past, while the interiors are sleek and contemporary. Open-plan offices preserve the building’s history, with high ceilings and exposed beams, creating a unique atmosphere for working.
What Designers Can Learn: The Mailbox teaches the importance of retaining a building’s character while adapting it to meet modern needs. Combining old and new can lead to innovative spaces that respect history while introducing contemporary comforts. Designers can learn how to create work environments that are not only functional but also tell a story through design, giving a sense of place and history to the workspace.
5. One Angel Square (Manchester)
One of the most environmentally sustainable office buildings in Europe, One Angel Square is the headquarters of the Co-operative Group. The building’s curved sail-like façade maximizes natural light, and the use of renewable energy sources, rainwater recycling, and natural ventilation ensures it is a model of eco-friendly design.
What Designers Can Learn: One Angel Square is a prime example of how sustainability can be seamlessly integrated into office design. The building’s use of renewable energy and natural ventilation emphasizes the importance of considering the environmental impact of design decisions. For designers, the key takeaway is that sustainability should be a primary concern, and modern technologies can enhance both the environment and the workplace experience.
These five office buildings exemplify how modern design principles can shape the way we work, while also providing valuable lessons for designers. Whether it’s sustainability, flexibility, or historical preservation, these buildings show how architecture can create spaces that are functional, inspiring, and environmentally responsible.
Picking the right dog isn’t just about looks—it’s about finding a furry sidekick that vibes with your lifestyle. Whether you’re a fitness fanatic, a homebody, or always on the move, there’s a pup out there waiting to be your perfect match. Here are ten awesome dog breeds tailored for different lifestyles.
1. Labrador Retriever – The Ultimate Family MVP
Labs are the gold standard for family dogs. Friendly, smart, and great with kids, these loyal companions fit right into a busy household, and are a sensible choice for first-time dog owners. They’re always down for a game of fetch but need plenty of exercise to stay happy. If you want a loving, trainable buddy who adores belly rubs, a Lab is your go-to.
2. Border Collie – The Energy-Packed Athlete
If your idea of fun involves long hikes, trail runs, or agility courses, the Border Collie is your dream teammate. These intelligent, high-energy dogs need constant mental and physical challenges. They thrive with experienced owners who love an active lifestyle and don’t mind a dog that’s always two steps ahead.
3. French Bulldog – The Chill City Dweller
Living in a high-rise with limited space? No worries—the French Bulldog has you covered. Low-maintenance, small, and full of personality, these little goofballs are perfect for apartment life. They love lounging around but still enjoy short walks and playtime. Plus, their snorty little faces are impossible to resist.
4. Siberian Husky – The Adventure Junkie
If you’re all about the great outdoors, the Siberian Husky is the ultimate trail buddy. Built for cold weather and long-distance running, these independent, energetic dogs need plenty of space to roam. Huskies are smart but stubborn, so they require patient training and an owner who can keep up with their wild side.
5. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – The Cuddle Pro
For those who love cozy nights in, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is the perfect lap dog. These affectionate pups crave human companionship and are equally happy in apartments or houses. If your idea of exercise is a leisurely stroll followed by Netflix and snuggles, this breed is for you.
6. Australian Shepherd – The Workaholic’s Dream Dog
If you’ve got a ranch, a farm, or just love training dogs, the Australian Shepherd is a stellar choice. Super smart and energetic, these pups thrive when they have a job to do. They excel in agility, herding, and obedience training, making them the perfect partner for active and dedicated owners.
7. Dachshund – The Ultimate Travel Buddy
Always on the move? The Dachshund’s small size and adaptable personality make them the perfect travel companion. These little wiener dogs are full of personality and love short bursts of playtime. Whether you’re road-tripping or hopping on a flight, your Doxie will be right by your side.
8. Great Dane – The Big Softie for Spacious Homes
Want a dog that’s as big as your love for them? Great Danes are massive but surprisingly low-energy. They’re gentle giants that adore their families and do well in large homes with space to stretch out. If you want a big dog with a heart of gold, the Great Dane is your match.
9. Shiba Inu – The Independent Minimalist
Love dogs but appreciate personal space? The Shiba Inu is a low-maintenance, independent breed that behaves more like a cat. Clean, reserved, and a little stubborn, Shibas are best for experienced owners who appreciate a dog with a mind of its own.
10. Golden Retriever – The Social Butterfly
Golden Retrievers are the ultimate people-pleasers. Friendly, trainable, and always ready to make new friends, they’re perfect for families, therapy work, or anyone who loves an affectionate dog. Whether you’re in the suburbs or on a farm, a Golden will fit right in as long as they get enough love and exercise.
Final Thoughts
No matter your vibe—whether you’re a couch potato, an athlete, or something in between—there’s a dog out there that matches your lifestyle. Do your research, find your perfect fit, and get ready for a lifetime of wagging tails and unconditional love!
Need more space on your iPhone so you can shoot high-res art photos without worrying about running out of storage? Smart move, those detailed shots eat up a lot of space fast. But how do you free up space without deleting everything in sight or stressing over every single MB? The good news is, it’s easier than you think. Whether you’ve been into art photography for a while or you’re a newborn artist, this guide will help you get the most out of your iPhone’s storage to keep capturing your best work without limits.
How Much Space Should I Free Up on My iPhone for High-Resolution Art Photos?
Actually, it’s tough to give a one-size-fits-all answer because it really depends on how you plan to use your iPhone. For instance, think about how frequently and how many photos you usually take. Do you prefer shooting just a few carefully composed shots, or do you capture multiple series from various angles?
Also, consider if you’ll be editing your photos directly on your iPhone. If so, you’ll need extra space so your editing apps don’t slow down or lag. On the other hand, maybe you plan to transfer your photos regularly to a laptop or another device for editing, storage, or selling. In that case, you might not need as much free space on your phone.
The more tasks you handle directly on your iPhone, taking, editing, and storing your high-res art photos, the more storage you’ll need to free up. So, take a minute to think about your workflow and plan your storage needs accordingly.
How to Free Up iPhone Storage for Art Photos
If you’re already reading this part, you’ve probably figured out roughly how much storage you’ll need to free up – great job! Now, let’s see how to do it. While you’ll find articles online about various methods for freeing up space on your iPhone, here we’ll stick to the quickest, most effective options – remove the media files and reduce other apps’ data. This way, if your phone suddenly runs out of storage mid-shoot, you’ll know exactly what to do and get back to capturing your art with as little downtime as possible.
Step 1: Clean Your Photos App
If you regularly take high-res photos, your Photos app probably consumes most of your storage. But aside from those important shots, your gallery is likely filled with other files that can be deleted. Instead of manually searching through each album, it’s easier to use an iPhone cleaner app.
There are many cleaners in the App Store, but not all of them perform as advertised. To save you the headache, we recommend using Clever Cleaner: AI CleanUp App. It’s a free app that helps tidy up your photo and video gallery without deleting important images. It finds exact duplicates and similar photos (perfect for when you shoot multiple angles), screenshots, large files (usually videos, but also potentially RAW-format images if you store your art photos that way), and even converts Live Photos into regular still images (useful if you captured emotional moments but prefer to remove the motion).
How to use Clever Cleaner to remove duplicates and similar photos:
Open the app and grant it access to your photo library. Allow the app to complete the initial scan, after which it will automatically open the necessary function to manage duplicates or similar photos.
To remove all duplicates and similar photos at once, tap the ‘Smart Cleanup’ button. This action will delete all duplicates, retaining only the best photo from each group as automatically selected by the app.
If you prefer to selectively remove duplicates, tap on any grouped photos, select the images you wish to delete, and choose ‘Move to Trash.’ Repeat this process for each group.
The selected photos will move to the app’s trash bin. Review these and, if necessary, restore any pictures before final deletion. To delete them, slide the ‘Slide to Delete’ control.
All marked copies will then move to the ‘Recently Deleted’ album. The app will provide instructions on how to clean this album. Review and follow these instructions.
The steps for the other features in the app work pretty much the same way, so you shouldn’t have any trouble using them. If you want to clear as much space as possible, go ahead and use each of these tools. You could free up tens of gigabytes with just a few taps.
Step 2: Remove Other Media from Your iPhone
While the Photos app typically holds most of your media, the Files app shouldn’t be overlooked. You might find files you downloaded from the internet or transferred from other sources, especially if you set your device to save downloads there. This could include not just photos and videos, but also other file types, like presentations or documents where you’ve kept details about your art photos.
Here are steps to manage media in the Files app:
Locate the Files app on your iPhone and open it to view all the stored documents and media.
Tap “Browse” at the bottom, then choose “On My iPhone” or “iCloud Drive” to see what’s stored there. Use the sorting feature to organize by size, making it easier to spot the biggest files.
Look through the files, especially large items that you no longer need. These might include old presentations, large PDFs, or archived documents that are no longer relevant.
To delete, swipe left on a file and tap the red “Delete” button. For multiple files, tap “Select” (top-right), pick the ones you want to get rid, and hit the trash icon.
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After deletion, files move to the ‘Recently Deleted’ folder. Navigate to this folder and select “Delete All” or individually delete items to free up space right away.
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Step 3: Clean Up Your App Data
Apps and their related data can also eat up a big chunk of your iPhone’s storage. Over time, they accumulate temporary files and caches to speed up performance, but these files take up space. Although some applications offer built-in options to clear this data (notable examples include Facebook, TikTok, and Telegram), such features are rare. If an app doesn’t have this feature, the best way to reclaim space is to reinstall it (or delete it entirely if you no longer need it).
Rather than removing apps straight from the Home Screen, we suggest doing it through Settings. This lets you see exactly how much storage each app is using:
Tap on the “Settings” icon on your iPhone. Scroll to and select “General” from the settings menu.
Tap on iPhone Storage. This option provides a detailed breakdown of all the apps installed on your iPhone and the amount of storage each consumes.
Scroll through the list to spot which apps are taking up the most storage, then tap an app for more details.
Tap Delete App to remove the app and all its data. If you still need it, reinstall from the App Store to start with a clean slate.
If you’d rather not delete any media or apps but still need extra space on your iPhone for high-res art photos, iCloud sync might be your best bet. It moves your full-resolution photos to iCloud and keeps lightweight thumbnails on your phone to save space. Just keep in mind – this isn’t totally free. iCloud only gives you 5 GB of free storage, which usually isn’t enough if you’ve got a growing portfolio.
And that’s it, you’ve now got a solid set of tools and tips to keep shooting without interruptions, while continuing to grow your art style, creativity, and career.
Casinos have long been associated with thrilling moments, exciting games, and life-changing jackpots. Whether in a land-based casino or an online platform, players around the world have experienced extraordinary luck, turning small bets into massive fortunes. We will explore some of the most remarkable casino lucky stories while highlighting the appeal and excitement of online casinos.
The Thrill of Online Casinos
Online casinos have revolutionized the gambling industry by offering players the chance to experience the excitement of casino gaming from the comfort of their homes. With thousands of games available, including slots, blackjack, poker, and roulette, players have endless opportunities to test their luck and potentially win big. Progressive jackpots, massive bonuses, and innovative gameplay have made online casinos more appealing than ever.
Unbelievable Casino Wins
The Biggest Online Slot Jackpot – One of the most famous online casino wins occurred when a British player won an astonishing €17.8 million playing Mega Moolah, a progressive jackpot slot. The lucky player had placed a small bet and was stunned to see their life change in an instant.
A $39 Million Vegas Miracle – While this win happened in a land-based casino, it is one of the most legendary gambling stories. A software engineer in Las Vegas won nearly $39.7 million on a Megabucks slot machine, setting a record for the biggest slot jackpot ever.
Turning $5 into $4 Million – A man in Finland casually played an online slot game with a mere €5 bet and ended up winning a life-changing €4 million. This win further proves that luck can strike at any time, even with the smallest wagers.
The Poker Prodigy – An online poker player, who started playing with free chips, gradually built his skills and bankroll over time. Eventually, he entered a high-stakes tournament and walked away with over $2 million in winnings, proving that strategy and patience can pay off in online casinos.
The Lucky Roulette Bet – A businessman once walked into a casino and placed his first-ever bet on a single number in roulette. To his surprise, the ball landed on his chosen number, and he walked away with over $500,000 in winnings in just a few seconds.
Why Online Casinos Are So Popular
Convenience – Players can enjoy their favorite games from anywhere, at any time, without needing to travel to a physical casino.
Bonuses and Promotions – Online casinos offer generous welcome bonuses, free spins, and loyalty rewards, increasing players’ chances of winning.
Game Variety – With thousands of games available, players can choose from classic table games, exciting slots, and live dealer games for an immersive experience.
Progressive Jackpots – Many online casino games feature jackpots that continue to grow until a lucky player wins, sometimes reaching millions of dollars.
Conclusion
Casino lucky stories remind us that anything is possible when playing online casino games. While winning life-changing amounts of money is rare, these incredible stories highlight the excitement and unpredictability of online gambling. With the convenience, variety, and potential rewards of online casinos, players continue to be drawn to the thrilling world of betting. As always, responsible gambling is key to ensuring an enjoyable and positive experience.
Online betting has become a global phenomenon, offering players thrilling opportunities to place wagers on sports, casino games, and even unconventional events. With the rise of digital platforms, placing bets has never been easier, and some players have turned small stakes into life-changing sums. In this essay, we will explore some of the most successful online bets, the advantages of online betting, and the positive impact it has had on the gambling industry.
Unbelievable Wins: From Small Bets to Fortune
While many bettors dream of hitting the jackpot, a few lucky individuals have managed to turn modest wagers into massive payouts. Here are some of the most remarkable online betting wins:
The $0.25 Millionaire – A lucky online casino player placed a $0.25 bet on a progressive jackpot slot and walked away with over $20 million, proving that even the smallest stakes can lead to astronomical wins.
The 5,000-1 Leicester City Miracle – In 2016, an online bettor placed a mere £20 bet on Leicester City to win the English Premier League at 5,000-1 odds. The underdog team made history, and the bettor won £100,000, one of the most famous sports betting wins ever.
The $100 Poker Mastermind – An online poker player entered a $100 buy-in tournament and skillfully maneuvered through thousands of competitors to win over $2 million in prize money.
These stories showcase the unpredictability and excitement of online betting, where strategy, luck, and smart decision-making can yield astonishing results.
Advantages of Online Betting
Online betting has transformed the gambling industry in numerous ways, making it more accessible, engaging, and rewarding for players. Here are some key benefits:
Convenience – Unlike traditional betting venues, online platforms are available 24/7, allowing players to place bets from anywhere in the world using their smartphones, tablets, or computers.
Variety of Options – Online betting platforms offer a vast range of markets, from sports betting to live casino games and eSports, catering to different interests and skill levels.
Bonuses and Promotions – Online bookmakers and casinos provide generous bonuses, such as free bets, cashback offers, and deposit matches, giving players added value for their wagers.
Live Betting and Cash-Out Options – The ability to place bets in real-time and cash out early adds an extra layer of excitement and strategy to online betting.
Interesting Facts About Online Betting
The online gambling industry is expected to surpass $100 billion by 2025 due to increasing accessibility and innovation.
One of the largest-ever online sports betting wins was a $14 million payout on a single bet.
Some online platforms allow players to bet on unusual events, including the outcomes of reality TV shows and political elections.
Cryptocurrency betting is gaining popularity, providing faster and more secure transactions for online gamblers worldwide.
Conclusion
Online betting has evolved into an exciting and dynamic industry, offering players a chance to experience thrilling wins from the comfort of their homes. While luck plays a role, successful betting often involves strategy, research, and calculated risks. As the industry continues to grow, online platforms provide a safe and enjoyable way for players to engage with their favorite sports, casino games, and betting markets. However, responsible gambling remains essential, ensuring that betting remains a fun and positive experience for all.
