There are a few simple (and inexpensive) ways to get going. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. This year, the Federal Reserve will begin officially "phasing out" the penny . The plucky little copper-colored coin used to be able to fetch you a piece of candy from the corner store. Then it was found mostly tucked into loafers and floating at the bottom of wishing wells and fountains.

Join gaming executives to discuss emerging parts of the industry this October at GamesBeat Summit Next. Beyond Inclusion is a workforce diversity training program that aims to train people in the technical skills necessary for the metaverse. The deadline for applications is nearing on July 15, and the first program class is expected to debut on August 15. Lots of people are now dreaming about the metaverse, the universe of virtual worlds that are all interconnected, like in novels such as Snow Crash and Ready Player One. No longer the domain of science fiction, McKinsey predicts the metaverse will be worth $5 trillion by 2030.