Cosmic Meta News Archive - 16-04-2025

Markets take a beating as Powell raises tariff concerns, crypto stays strong

Markets take a beating as Powell raises tariff concerns, crypto stays strong

U.S. stocks plunged Wednesday as Nvidia flagged $5.5B in China-related charges and Fed Chair Powell warned tariffs may drive inflation and slow growth. U.S. stocks tumbled Wednesday as investors reacted to new U.S. restrictions on chip exports to China and…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:55:39 +0300
Elon Musk's xAI Launches Grok Studio to Challenge ChatGPT With Split-Screen Collaboration

Elon Musk's xAI Launches Grok Studio to Challenge ChatGPT With Split-Screen Collaboration

xAI, Elon Musk's AI company, takes aim at competitors with a new canvas-like interface featuring Google Drive integration and code execution.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:50:59 +0300
 Bitcoin rally to $86K shows investor confidence, but it’s too early to confirm a trend reversal

Bitcoin rally to $86K shows investor confidence, but it’s too early to confirm a trend reversal

Bitcoin (BTC) remains under pressure as macroeconomic uncertainty continues to weigh on its price action. After making a strong bounce from the local bottom near $75,000 on April 7 and 9, analysts are beginning to question whether BTC could be gearing up for a reversal of the downward trend that’s persisted since the start of the year. BTC/USD 1-day, RSI 1-week.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:34:45 +0300
 Public mining firms sold over 40% of their BTC in March — Report

Public mining firms sold over 40% of their BTC in March — Report

Publicly listed Bitcoin miners sold over 40% of the collective coins mined in March, representing the largest monthly BTC liquidation for mining firms since October 2024 and reversing the post-halving trend of accumulating Bitcoin (BTC) for a corporate treasury strategy, according to TheMinerMag, which screened data from 15 publicly traded mining companies. The increased liquidations come amid widespread macroeconomic uncertainty in financial...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:34:07 +0300
April incidents reflect the multi-layered challenges Binance continues to face

April incidents reflect the multi-layered challenges Binance continues to face

What do Binance’s recent outages, token volatility, and legal disputes tell us about the broader challenges it faces across different regions? Binance is back in the headlines Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume, has hit a turbulent…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:29:14 +0300

Zuckerberg: Snapchat would have grown faster if it accepted $6B buyout offer

During Meta’s antitrust trial this week, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said that Snapchat would have grown faster if it accepted his company’s offer to buy the social network back in 2013, Business Insider...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:27:48 +0300

This ICE-snitching app is actually promoting a meme coin

Right-wing influencers are shilling an app that purportedly lets people earn crypto for reporting sightings of undocumented immigrants. ICERAID, a “GovFi protocol that delegates intelligence gathering tasks to citizens,” has recently been promoted by the likes of conspiracy theorist and Trump confidante Laura Loomer, Proud Boy-turned-media personality Jacob Engels, and disgraced former Rep. Matt Gaetz. […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:25:00 +0300

Trump-appointed judge orders Trump admin to ‘turn the funding spigots back on’

U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy said that the administrations actions were “neither reasonable nor reasonably explained.”.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:24:27 +0300

Powell Warns Trump Tariffs Could Trigger Higher Inflation and Slower Growth

Jerome H. Powell warned that President Trump’s tariffs could lead to a “challenging scenario” for the central bank.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:17:10 +0300

Russian missiles hit Sumy civilians as military held ceremony, soldier says

A military awards ceremony was being held underground near where Russian missiles struck. The soldiers were unharmed; dozens of civilians outside were killed.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:16:34 +0300

Suspect in Josh Shapiro’s Mansion Arson Cited Treatment of Palestinians, Police Say

The suspect charged in the attack on the Pennsylvania governor’s residence said he was seeking to “stop having my friends killed,” according to a police search warrant.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:10:10 +0300

'Stupid and Dangerous': CISA Funding Chaos Threatens Essential Cybersecurity Program

The CVE Program is the primary way software vulnerabilities are tracked. Its long-term future remains in limbo even after a last-minute renewal of the US government contract that funds it.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:10:04 +0300
Bitcoin Price Breakout: Why $85,700 Is The Most Important Level

Bitcoin Price Breakout: Why $85,700 Is The Most Important Level

Crypto analyst Titan of Crypto has predicted that a Bitcoin price breakout could happen soon. The analyst also revealed why $85,700 is the most critical level as the leading crypto tries to break out to the upside. Why $85,700 Is Important As Bitcoin Price Eyes Breakout In an X post, Titan of Crypto revealed that […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:00:12 +0300
 NASA continues stacking its giant Artemis 2 SLS moon rocket (photos)

NASA continues stacking its giant Artemis 2 SLS moon rocket (photos)

NASA's next moon rocket is stacking higher and higher at the Kennedy Space Center, as the SLS stage adapter and interim cryogenic propulsion stage arrive in the VAB.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:00:10 +0300
 Zoom is down for many – here's what we know about the video calling platform's outage

Zoom is down for many – here's what we know about the video calling platform's outage

If you can't get on a meet, you're not alone.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:57:26 +0300

OpenAI is reportedly in talks to buy Codeium for $3B, with news expected later this week

Codeium, the maker of a popular AI coding assistant tool Windsurf, is in talks to be acquired by OpenAI for about $3 billion, Bloomberg reported. If the deal happens, it would put OpenAI in direct...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:50:51 +0300

Apple’s carbon footprint is shrinking  

Apple’s making steady progress toward its climate goals, the company’s latest environmental progress report shows. Its planet-heating pollution shrank by 800,000 metric tons last year compared to 2023, about a 5 percent drop. Looking back over the past decade, Apple says its global greenhouse gas emissions have fallen by more than 60 percent. That’s no […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:50:26 +0300

2 Guards Charged With Murder in Beating Death of Prisoner in New York

Ten officers were charged in connection with the vicious beating of Messiah Nantwi, 22, at the Mid-State Correctional Facility, which left him bloodied and unrecognizable.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:49:24 +0300
Ethereum upgrades may improve tech, but not investor confidence: Binance Research

Ethereum upgrades may improve tech, but not investor confidence: Binance Research

Ethereum is facing ongoing issues with its tokenomics, and latest upgrades don't address it.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:46:03 +0300

RFK Jr. Calls Autism ‘Preventable,’ Drawing Ire From Researchers

The health secretary said he would prioritize studies into environmental causes while harshly discounting other factors scientists say are likely contributing to rising rates of the condition.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:45:05 +0300

Zoom is down

Zoom is suffering from a major outage, preventing people from connecting to video calls or even accessing its website. As shown by data on Downdetector, the outage appeared to have started around 3PM ET. Users across X are posting about the outage, with some getting an “Unable to Connect” error message when entering meetings, and […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:43:11 +0300

Rivian’s first non-Amazon van customer is HelloFresh

Meal-kit company HelloFresh has added 70 all-electric Rivian vans to its fleet, the first major customer to buy the commercial EVs since the automaker ended its exclusive deal with Amazon. The 70...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:42:15 +0300

The best Nintendo Switch controllers to buy right now

The best Nintendo Switch controllers aren’t the ones that come with the console. While the removable Joy-Cons included with all non-Lite Switch consoles are convenient given they can be detached for wireless use, their tiny, curveless design isn’t comfortable for long gaming sessions or large hands. And while Nintendo has taken steps to address the […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:38:27 +0300
 Prime Video cancels Citadel spinoffs that have way higher Rotten Tomatoes ratings than the original – but Citadel season 2 is still coming

Prime Video cancels Citadel spinoffs that have way higher Rotten Tomatoes ratings than the original – but Citadel season 2 is still coming

Citadel's reviews were often awful, but it's proved surprisingly popular

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:36:58 +0300

Harvard Has Taken an Important Step. Here Is What Must Follow.

The university’s willingness to stand up to the Trump administration can be a model.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:34:09 +0300
 Yes! Samsung's new rugged tablet has an audio connector, but don't expect it to be a gaming monster

Yes! Samsung's new rugged tablet has an audio connector, but don't expect it to be a gaming monster

With enhanced durability, 5G, a removable battery, and a glove-friendly screen, Samsung’s new rugged tablet is ideal for demanding fieldwork.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:33:00 +0300
 Fed's Powell reasserts support for stablecoin legislation

Fed's Powell reasserts support for stablecoin legislation

As digital assets gain mainstream adoption, establishing a legal framework for stablecoins is a “good idea,” said US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. In an April 16 panel at the Economic Club of Chicago, Powell commented on the evolution of the cryptocurrency industry, which has delivered a consumer use case that “could have wide appeal” following a difficult “wave of failures and frauds,” he said. Powell delivers remarks at the Economic...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:31:43 +0300

Your Favorite Patreon Creators Will Soon Be Able to Livestream from the Platform

The new tool lets artists go live, chat, and share content all within Patreon.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:27:00 +0300

Trump Administration Directs Judges to Deny Asylum Without Hearings

A directive from the Justice Department, which says the move is intended to reduce a backlog in immigration court, would result in rapid deportation orders in many cases.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:26:43 +0300

What Is DHgate? Trump Tariffs Drive Surge in Downloads for Chinese Apps

The fallout from President Donald Trump's sky-high tariffs on China have consumers looking deeper into Chinese shopping platforms, but they still might not be a way around import taxes.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:25:37 +0300

‘Massive Blackout’ Leaves All of Puerto Rico Without Power

It was not immediately clear why every generating plant on the island went offline Wednesday. Puerto Rico has a history of problems with its electricity supply.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:24:00 +0300
Russia’s finance ministry suggests creation of ruble stablecoin post-Tether ban

Russia’s finance ministry suggests creation of ruble stablecoin post-Tether ban

Russia should be eyeing its own fiat-backed stablecoins, a senior finance ministry official has said. According to a Reuters report on April 16, Russia should unveil its own stablecoins after recent events related to the popular U.S. dollar pegged stablecoin…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:21:12 +0300
Trump Ethereum DeFi Project Gets Another Big Investment

Trump Ethereum DeFi Project Gets Another Big Investment

Dubai-based DWF Labs has purchased $25 million in WLFI, the native token of the Trump family-backed World Liberty Financial.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:18:00 +0300

How to achieve a perfect AI face swap using Midjourney

Looking to create realistic, consistent characters with AI image tools? I can show you how.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:12:00 +0300
Raydium Debuts Solana Token Launchpad Following Split From Pump.fun

Raydium Debuts Solana Token Launchpad Following Split From Pump.fun

LaunchLab by Raydium is now live, offering a more robust Solana token launchpad following a break with former ally Pump.fun.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:07:49 +0300

Catch a Rare Planetary 'Smiley Face' on This April Morning

Look to the eastern sky, and a clear horizon will show you a unusual, grinning planet alignment with the crescent moon.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:07:00 +0300

Late Student Loan Payments Dropped the Average Credit Score in the US, FICO Reports

Now that lenders are reporting borrowers behind on student loan payments, getting back on track is essential.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:07:00 +0300
 Sam Bankman-Fried's latest California prison once housed Al Capone

Sam Bankman-Fried's latest California prison once housed Al Capone

Former FTX CEO Sam “SBF” Bankman-Fried has moved from a transit facility to a California prison that once housed infamous gangster Al Capone. According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons website, officials moved Bankman-Fried from the Federal Transfer Center in Oklahoma City briefly to the Federal Correctional Institution in Victorville before transferring him to a facility in Terminal Island in Los Angeles, California. The federal institution...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:04:52 +0300
 Bitcoin US vs. offshore exchange ratio flashes bullish signal, hinting at BTC price highs in 2025

Bitcoin US vs. offshore exchange ratio flashes bullish signal, hinting at BTC price highs in 2025

US-based crypto trading platforms regaining influence over Bitcoin’s (BTC) token transfer volumes could possibly kick-start a rally in the second half of 2025. Bitcoin researcher Axel Adler Jr pointed out that the "US vs. off-shore ratio," which measures token transfer volumes between US-regulated and offshore exchanges, indicated a drop in dominance from US exchanges after BTC reached an all-time high in January.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:04:00 +0300

Mortgage Rate Forecast: Will Rates Fall in April? Tariffs Complicate the Outlook

Market volatility and economic uncertainty are keeping prospective homebuyers on the sidelines.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:03:59 +0300

Russia Arrests Former Governor of Kursk Region

Aleksei B. Smirnov, together with his deputy and other accomplices, was accused of embezzling money earmarked for building defenses that failed to prevent a Ukrainian attack in Kursk.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:03:35 +0300

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Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:03:00 +0300

Trump’s Tariffs Could Hit You in an Unexpected Place: Your Vinyl Collection

Volatility and anti-American resentment are already hurting the niche vinyl industry, but a little-known law could help it survive.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:00:23 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Duluth, Minnesota

Spectrum is an obvious choice for home internet in Duluth, but there are more options available that might better suit your needs.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:00:00 +0300
 Glitch forces Japan's asteroid-sampling Hayabusa2 probe into protective 'safe mode' in deep space

Glitch forces Japan's asteroid-sampling Hayabusa2 probe into protective 'safe mode' in deep space

An anomaly has forced the Japanese asteroid-sampling spacecraft Hayabusa2 into protective "safe mode" while journeying through deep space on its extended mission.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:00:00 +0300
 A gateway to the Gateway around the moon | Space picture of the day for April 16, 2025

A gateway to the Gateway around the moon | Space picture of the day for April 16, 2025

One of the first two modules that will form NASA's Gateway platform in orbit around the moon has arrived at its last stop before the launch site.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:58:10 +0300

US Officials Target Nvidia and DeepSeek Amid Fears of China’s A.I. Progress

China’s success in artificial intelligence has the Trump administration and lawmakers weighing rules and investigations to slow Beijing’s progress in the industry.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:58:07 +0300
Bitcoin Stumbles as Investors Fear Fed Chair Powell Is Slow to React on Rate Cuts

Bitcoin Stumbles as Investors Fear Fed Chair Powell Is Slow to React on Rate Cuts

The U.S. central bank has been monitoring the impact of Trump’s trade war on the labor market and consumer prices.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:54:46 +0300
How Expanding Global Liquidity Could Drive Bitcoin Price to New All-Time Highs

How Expanding Global Liquidity Could Drive Bitcoin Price to New All-Time Highs

Bitcoin Magazine How Expanding Global Liquidity Could Drive Bitcoin Price to New All-Time Highs Discover how rising global M2 money supply and a 60-day lag could drive the Bitcoin price to new highs. This post How Expanding Global Liquidity Could Drive Bitcoin Price to New All-Time Highs first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mark Mason.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:49:18 +0300

The Mine Is American. The Minerals Are China’s.

A Brazilian rare earths mine backed by American investors illustrates China’s grip over the strategic minerals that underpin the modern economy.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:45:21 +0300

Champions League Soccer Quarterfinal: Livestream Inter Milan vs. Bayern Munich From Anywhere

The Nerazzurri take a slender lead to the San Siro for this quarterfinal showdown.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:45:04 +0300

Apple says zero-day bugs exploited against ‘specific targeted individuals’ using iOS

One of the bugs was discovered by Google's security researchers who investigate government-backed cyberattacks..

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:45:00 +0300

Maldives bans Israeli travelers over ‘continuing atrocities’ in Gaza

The Maldives appears to be the first to adopt such a measure in response to the ongoing war in Gaza.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:42:50 +0300
AI-Powered DeFi platform Glider raises $4m, led by Andreessen Horowitz

AI-Powered DeFi platform Glider raises $4m, led by Andreessen Horowitz

AI-powered asset management platform Glider hopes to offer a non-custodial solutions that makes trading easier for new users.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:41:20 +0300
NASA’s Chandra Releases New 3D Models of Cosmic Objects

NASA’s Chandra Releases New 3D Models of Cosmic Objects

New three-dimensional (3D) models of objects in space have been released by NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory. These 3D models allow people to explore — and print — examples of stars in the early and end stages of their lives. They also provide scientists with new avenues to investigate scientific questions and find insights about the […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:37:45 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Elk Grove, California

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Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:36:00 +0300
U.S. stocks in freefall, NVIDIA down 8.49% as U.S. hits China with AI chip restrictions

U.S. stocks in freefall, NVIDIA down 8.49% as U.S. hits China with AI chip restrictions

Recession fears are rocking the markets, with tech stocks leading declines, thanks to latest escalations in the U.S. trade war with China.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:34:38 +0300

With Copilot Studio's new skill, your AI agent can use websites and apps just like you do

According to Microsoft, 'if a person can use the app, the agent can too.' Here's how to try it out.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:33:00 +0300
Dogecoin อาจพุ่ง? เทรด Long บน Binance สูงถึง 72.13%

Dogecoin อาจพุ่ง? เทรด Long บน Binance สูงถึง 72.13%

ตามรายงานจาก NewsBTC นักเทรดในตลาด Futures ของ Binance กำลังเดิมพันอย่างหนักว่าราคา Dogecoin จะพุ่งขึ้น ข้อมูลจาก Ali Martinez (@ali_charts) บน X เผยให้เห็นว่า 72.13% ของผู้ใช้งานที่เปิดสถานะ Dogecoin นั้นอยู่ในฝั่ง Long ในขณะที่เพียง 27.87% อยู่ในฝั่ง Short ตัวเลขเหล่านี้แสดงให้เห็นว่านักลงทุนส่วนใหญ่เชื่อมั่นว่าราคา Dogecoin จะไปในทิศทางบวก แม้ว่าข้อมูลได้บ่งชี้ถึงความแข็งแกร่งของ Dogecoin แต่นักลงทุนก็ไม่ควรประมาทในปัจจัยอาจส่งผลต่อราคาได้...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:30:38 +0300
Bitcoin 30-Day MVRV Ratio Shows Weakness As It Drops To New Lows, Ongoing Correction To Extend?

Bitcoin 30-Day MVRV Ratio Shows Weakness As It Drops To New Lows, Ongoing Correction To Extend?

Bitcoin enjoyed a brief period of upward movement, pushing its price slightly above the $86,000 mark. Presently, the flagship asset appears to be losing its bullish momentum as it revisits levels below $84,000. The BTC’s pullback has been accomplished with negative performances of several key metrics. A Sign Of Market Weakness For Bitcoin Despite the […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:30:31 +0300

Bernie Sanders and AOC Inject New Anti-Trump Energy Into the Democratic Party

Bernie Sanders and his chosen heir, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have drawn enormous crowds on their “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, energizing a beaten-down Democratic Party.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:26:50 +0300
 Auradine raises $153M, debuts business group for AI data centers

Auradine raises $153M, debuts business group for AI data centers

Auradine, a Silicon Valley-based startup that specializes in equipment for AI data centers and Bitcoin mining, has announced a raise of $153 million in a Series C funding round. The new capital will go to increasing the company’s product suite of infrastructure for AI and blockchain technology. The Series C round was led by StepStone Group and included participation from Maverick Silicon, Premji Invest, Samsung Catalyst Fund, Qualcomm...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:26:22 +0300
Trump Meme Coin Team Withdraws $4.6M to Coinbase Ahead of $309M Token Unlock

Trump Meme Coin Team Withdraws $4.6M to Coinbase Ahead of $309M Token Unlock

Ahead of a massive token unlock on Thursday, the TRUMP meme coin team withdrew $4.6 million worth of USDC from a liquidity pool.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:25:00 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Orlando, Florida

Whether you're just here for the season or here for life, CNET's broadband experts have rounded up the fastest and most reliable internet service providers to keep you and your smart home connected.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:23:00 +0300

Here are the best Kindle deals right now

When it comes to finding a device to read ebooks, you have a few options to choose from. You can always buy a tablet or use your phone, but those devices are multipurpose and can be used for a ton of things, like surfing the web or doom-scrolling on X. If you are looking for […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:22:09 +0300

OpenAI Unveils New ‘Reasoning’ Models o3 and o4-mini

The company also introduced a new tool that helps computer programmers use chatbots when writing code.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:19:40 +0300

Google, Apple, and Snap aren’t happy about Meta’s poorly-redacted slides

During Meta’s antitrust trial today, lawyers representing Apple, Google, and Snap each expressed irritation with Meta over the slides it presented on Monday that The Verge found to contain easy-to-remove redactions. Attorneys for both Apple and Snap called the errors “egregious,” with Apple’s representative indicating that it may not be able to trust Meta with […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:18:33 +0300
Maple Finance up 25% as lending platform surpassed $1b in TVL

Maple Finance up 25% as lending platform surpassed $1b in TVL

Maple Finance broke a major milestone, reaching $1 billion in TVL, thanks to interest in its yield-bearing stablecoins.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:17:03 +0300

Stefanik, a Trump Ally, Might Run Against Gov. Hochul Next Year

Representative Elise Stefanik, a six-term congresswoman, has talked with Republicans about a 2026 bid for governor of New York.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:16:34 +0300

OpenAI partner says it had relatively little time to test the company’s o3 AI model

An organization OpenAI frequently partners with to probe the capabilities of its AI models and evaluate them for safety, Metr, suggests that it wasn’t given much time to test one of the company’s...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:14:52 +0300
BONK approaches critical apex: Double Bottom formation in play

BONK approaches critical apex: Double Bottom formation in play

BONK is trading at a key high time frame support level while showing signs of a potential trend reversal. A double bottom formation is developing, and a breakout above dynamic resistance could confirm a shift in market structure, setting the…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:13:48 +0300

Shein and Temu Will be Hit by Trump’s China Tariffs. Americans Are Worried.

The Trump administration’s plan to add steep fees to packages from China will deal a blow to Temu, Shein and some TikTok Shop sellers, worrying American consumers.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:09:44 +0300
Panama City Approves Bitcoin and Crypto Payments for Taxes, Fees, and Permits

Panama City Approves Bitcoin and Crypto Payments for Taxes, Fees, and Permits

Bitcoin Magazine Panama City Approves Bitcoin and Crypto Payments for Taxes, Fees, and Permits Panama City becomes the first government institution in the country to accept Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies for public services. This post Panama City Approves Bitcoin and Crypto Payments for Taxes, Fees, and Permits first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nik.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:04:00 +0300

A Quirk of Light Has Revealed The Weirdest Planetary System Yet

How did this get made?

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:00:26 +0300

Champions League Soccer Quarterfinal: Livestream Real Madrid vs. Arsenal From Anywhere

Can Los Blancos come back from a three-goal deficit at the Bernabeu?

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0300
 Scientists discover bizarre double-star system with exoplanet on a sideways orbit (video)

Scientists discover bizarre double-star system with exoplanet on a sideways orbit (video)

Astronomers have discovered the weirdest planetary system ever seen, consisting of a planet rolling around rare binary "failed star" brown dwarfs at a 90-degree tilted angle!

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0300
Bitcoin Rally Short-Circuited as Fed Chair Powell Raises Stagflation Fear

Bitcoin Rally Short-Circuited as Fed Chair Powell Raises Stagflation Fear

"We may find ourselves in the challenging scenario in which our dual-mandate goals are in tension," said Powell of the effect of the Trump tariffs.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:59:21 +0300
OpenAI’s New 'o' Series Is a Giant Leap Toward Multimodal AI Assistants

OpenAI’s New 'o' Series Is a Giant Leap Toward Multimodal AI Assistants

OpenAI lays the groundwork for the agentic layer of AI—those smarter-than-smart assistants that not only talk and write but observe, act, and autonomously handle tasks.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:56:53 +0300
Copper and P2P.org team up to bolster staking for institutional investors

Copper and P2P.org team up to bolster staking for institutional investors

Digital asset custody platform Copper is teaming up with institutional staking provider P2P.org to bring secure staking services to institutions. In this strategic collaboration, the companies will leverage P2P.org’s staking infrastructure and Copper’s custody and prime services to allow institutions…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:56:44 +0300
 Court grants 60-day pause of SEC, Ripple appeals case

Court grants 60-day pause of SEC, Ripple appeals case

An appellate court has granted a joint request from Ripple Labs and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to pause an appeal in a 2020 SEC case against Ripple amid settlement negotiations. In an April 16 filing in the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, the court approved a joint SEC-Ripple motion to hold the appeal in abeyance — temporarily pausing the case — for 60 days. As part of the order, the SEC is expected to file a...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:56:36 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Palm Coast, Florida

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Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:54:00 +0300

After Trump tariffs, Hong Kong suspends packages to U.S.

The move comes amid the escalating U.S.-China trade war, in which the city is swept up.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:51:14 +0300
U.S. and Canadian authorities disrupt $4.3m crypto phishing scam

U.S. and Canadian authorities disrupt $4.3m crypto phishing scam

The U.S. Secret Service teamed up with Canadian authorities in a cross-border crackdown on a sophisticated crypto scam that drained $4.3 million from victims’ Ethereum wallets. The operation, dubbed “Operation Avalanche,” involved regulators, law enforcement, and crypto platforms working to…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:50:48 +0300
The Protocol: Nvidia To Manufacture AI Supercomputers in U.S., New Opportunities for Crypto Miners

The Protocol: Nvidia To Manufacture AI Supercomputers in U.S., New Opportunities for Crypto Miners

Plus: Ethereum developers privacy debate reignites, Optimum raises funds in seed round, Noble’s new ‘AppLayer’

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:49:53 +0300

South of Midnight, Blue Prince, GTA 5 Are Now on Xbox Game Pass

With your Game Pass subscription, you can explore a mythical land filled with gargantuan catfish or an expansive mansion loaded with secrets.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:48:58 +0300

How to Watch Fortnite's Big Star Wars Celebration Live Stream

Will there be a full Star Wars-themed season of Fortnite? We'll be watching this livestream with great interest.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:46:00 +0300
Bloomberg warns of a financial crisis: will it boost Bitcoin, altcoins?

Bloomberg warns of a financial crisis: will it boost Bitcoin, altcoins?

Bloomberg’s editorial board has warned of a potential financial crisis similar to what happened in 2008/9 happening this year as geopolitical risks rise. In an article, the board warned that such a crisis could be triggered by the substantial sums…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:36:38 +0300

Will Meta Really Have to Sell Instagram and WhatsApp?

On this episode of "Uncanny Valley," we unpack the trial between Meta and the FTC.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:34:10 +0300

Best Noise-Canceling Headphones for Music and More in 2025

A great pair of noise-canceling headphones blocks out the outside world and offers great sound quality wherever and whenever you need it.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:34:00 +0300

Law Firms Made Deals With Trump. Now He Wants More From Them.

To avoid retribution, big firms agreed to provide free legal services for uncontroversial causes. To the White House, that could mean negotiating trade deals — or even defending the president and his allies.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:30:57 +0300

India’s Uber-rival BluSmart appears to suspend service in wake of EV loan probe

BluSmart, India’s all-electric cab-hailing startup that was once seen as an emerging rival to Uber, appears to have suspended service in some cities just as the country’s market regulator launched a...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:27:28 +0300
 Price predictions 4/16: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, LEO, LINK, AVAX

Price predictions 4/16: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, LEO, LINK, AVAX

Bitcoin (BTC) has risen above $85,000, signaling that the bulls are trying to form a higher low at $83,000. The short-term price action remains susceptible to news related to the US tariffs and the ongoing trade war with China. Gold has been a clear winner during the current bout of macroeconomic uncertainty.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:22:22 +0300
bitcoin++ mempools and mining edition: The Premier Developer-Centric Bitcoin Event Returns to Austin

bitcoin++ mempools and mining edition: The Premier Developer-Centric Bitcoin Event Returns to Austin

Bitcoin Magazine bitcoin++ mempools and mining edition: The Premier Developer-Centric Bitcoin Event Returns to Austin Austin, TX – bitcoin++, the premier developer-focused Bitcoin event, returns to Austin from May 7-9, 2025. This highly anticipated conference brings together Bitcoin engineers, researchers, and innovators for an immersive three-day experience of technical workshops, cutting-edge talks, and in-depth discussions on Bitcoin...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:15:16 +0300
 Securitize manages $38B with acquisition of MG Stover admin business

Securitize manages $38B with acquisition of MG Stover admin business

Tokenization company Securitize has expanded its digital asset operations by acquiring MG Stover’s fund administration business, in a move the company said has significantly grown its assets under management and ability to serve institutional clients. With the acquisition, MG Stover’s fund administration business has been absorbed into Securitize Fund Services, Securitize’s wholly owned subsidiary, the company disclosed. Securitize Fund...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:15:00 +0300

The Concert Cold War in a Quiet Enclave

Designed to be an idyllic neighborhood more than a century ago, Forest Hills Gardens is now a hub for music — and noise complaints.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:12:18 +0300

Keith Siegel, a Former Hostage, Recounts Captivity in Gaza

Keith Siegel, who spent 484 days as a hostage, described the physical and psychological distress he endured, in an interview with The New York Times.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:09:16 +0300

The British TV Comedies You Need to See and Where to Watch Them

As recommended by a Brit.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:07:44 +0300

'Law & Order: Organized Crime' Is Now Exclusive to Streaming: How to Watch Season 5

You'll need a Peacock subscription to view the full season.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:04:00 +0300

Xbox will soon let you purchase games in its mobile app

Xbox is finally rolling out the ability to purchase games and DLC, as well as sign up for Game Pass directly from its mobile app. But there’s a catch: you’ll no longer be able to access remote play within the Xbox app. The update is arriving for beta testers on iOS and Android, but Xbox […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:02:34 +0300
 Deezer is rolling out its answer to Wrapped and Replay, plus three new features you won't find on Spotify or Apple Music

Deezer is rolling out its answer to Wrapped and Replay, plus three new features you won't find on Spotify or Apple Music

Deezer's launching four new features between now and the end of May – and top of the pile has to be platform-agnostic music sharing

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:55 +0300
Strive Escalates Bitcoin Blitz, Targets $165 Billion Intuit Next

Strive Escalates Bitcoin Blitz, Targets $165 Billion Intuit Next

Strive Asset Management’s latest push to persuade major corporations to allocate portions of their balance sheet to Bitcoin has landed at the doorstep of Intuit, the $165 billion fintech firm behind TurboTax, Mailchimp, and other prominent software solutions. The effort follows Strive’s earlier success with GameStop, the video game retailer that agreed to add BTC […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:04 +0300

OpenAI launches a pair of AI reasoning models, o3 and o4-mini

OpenAI announced on Wednesday the launch of o3 and o4-mini, new AI reasoning models designed to pause and work through questions before responding. The company calls o3 its most advanced reasoning...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300

OpenAI debuts Codex CLI, an open source coding tool for terminals

In a bid to inject AI into more of the programming process, OpenAI is launching Codex CLI, a coding “agent” designed to run locally from terminal software. Announced on Wednesday alongside OpenAI’s...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300

OpenAI's GPT-o3 Reasoning Model Is Ready for Prime Time

This is the second family of models OpenAI has dropped this week following the launch of GPT-4.1.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300
 A 'cosmic car radio' could help scientists tune in to dark matter within the next 15 years

A 'cosmic car radio' could help scientists tune in to dark matter within the next 15 years

Scientists have developed a cosmic car radio that could tune into the frequency of axions, a prime dark matter suspect.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300

How to set up Do Not Disturb modes on your Android phone

In recent years, Do Not Disturb has evolved on both iPhones and Android phones: it’s no longer just a simple block on notifications and distractions, but rather a selection of modes you can customize to suit all the different scenarios in your life (like driving, sleeping, working, or exercising at the gym). This means you […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300

OpenAI’s upgraded o3 model can use images when reasoning

OpenAI is releasing two new AI reasoning models today: o3, which the company calls its “most powerful reasoning model,” and o4-mini, which is a smaller and faster model that “achieves remarkable performance for its size and cost,” according to a blog post. The company also says that o3 and o4-mini will be able to “think” […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300

OpenAI just dropped new o3 and o4-mini reasoning AI models - and a surprise agent

These new models are the first to independently use all ChatGPT tools.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300

Digital frame maker Aura introduces the Aspen, a $299 frame with more intelligent features

Aura, a digital photo frames company founded by early Twitter employees, is introducing its latest model, Aspen, which adds new technology to the device and its accompanying mobile app. In addition to...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:59:54 +0300

Maximize Your Earnings With APYs up to 4.50%. Today's CD Rates, April 16, 2025

Today's top CDs boast rates more than three times the national average for some terms.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:55:00 +0300

Nintendo Switch 2 Live Updates: New Games, Accessories, and Delays

All of Nintendo's Switch 2 hardware and gaming livestreams have ended -- here's all the news about the console.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:52:00 +0300
South Korea Presidential Candidate Wants to Use Trump Playbook to Relax Crypto Regulations

South Korea Presidential Candidate Wants to Use Trump Playbook to Relax Crypto Regulations

Candidate Hong Joon-pyo promised to elevate virtual assets into a fully recognized industry and introduce the technology into public services.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:50:30 +0300
 This new hitman series is a streaming hit on Netflix – here are 3 more great thrillers to watch, including one with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

This new hitman series is a streaming hit on Netflix – here are 3 more great thrillers to watch, including one with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

I have good news for fans of sinister conspiracies, gangsters and ninjas. That's everyone, right?

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:49:09 +0300
Almost Nobody in Colorado Is Paying Taxes With Crypto

Almost Nobody in Colorado Is Paying Taxes With Crypto

Just $57,000 of the $11 billion collected in income tax in Colorado since 2022—0.0005%—was paid using crypto.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:45:34 +0300
Athens Exchange Group eyes first onchain order book via Sui

Athens Exchange Group eyes first onchain order book via Sui

Greek exchange Athens Exchange Group has moved closer to adopting a Sui-based order book following its collaboration with Mysten Labs. On April 16, the Sui (SUI) team announced that Athens Exchange Group, or ATHEX, had finalized the technical design for…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:44:39 +0300
 Bitwise lists four crypto ETPs on London stock exchange

Bitwise lists four crypto ETPs on London stock exchange

Asset manager Bitwise has listed four Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) exchange-traded products on the London Stock Exchange, expanding its presence in the European region. The listings include the Bitwise Core Bitcoin ETP, the Bitwise Physical Bitcoin ETP, Bitwise's Physical Ethereum ETP, and the Bitwise Ethereum Staking ETP, according to the April 16 announcement. The products are available to institutional or otherwise-qualified investors with...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:42:39 +0300
 The Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will let players repair their gear, but only if they download an app

The Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will let players repair their gear, but only if they download an app

The Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will give players the ability to repair their equipment with a companion app.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:41:02 +0300
Auradine Raises $153 Million for Bitcoin, AI Businesses

Auradine Raises $153 Million for Bitcoin, AI Businesses

The U.S.-based Bitcoin mining firm has raised more than $300 million in total capital from its investors.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:40:36 +0300
Kula launches governance token for real-world impact investing

Kula launches governance token for real-world impact investing

Kula, a blockchain-powered impact investment firm, has rolled out a governance token designed to give investors and local communities shared control over real-world asset projects. The $KULA token, which debuted April 15, gives holders the chance to vote on key…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:39:59 +0300

Amazon’s newest Kindle Scribe has returned to its best price to date

As a part of its ongoing Book Sale, Amazon isn’t just cutting prices on its budget-friendly Fire HD tablets — it’s also offering a great deal on the latest Kindle Scribe. Right now, you can buy it with 16GB of storage for an all-time low of $324.99 ($75 off). If you need more storage, you […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:37:24 +0300
Will the United States Dump Gold for Bitcoin? A Geoeconomic Shift in Real Time

Will the United States Dump Gold for Bitcoin? A Geoeconomic Shift in Real Time

Bitcoin Magazine Will the United States Dump Gold for Bitcoin? A Geoeconomic Shift in Real Time The Dawn of a New Reserve Era? From Gold, to Treasuries to Bitcoin The United States has long relied on the dollar and U.S. Treasuries as the twin pillars of its economic, fiscal and monetary strategies. But what happens when these instruments lose their luster? According to the Bitcoin Policy Institute’s Head of Policy, Zack […] This post Will the...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:36:14 +0300
 Big Tesla update brings 5 new features to its EVs, but not everyone will get them

Big Tesla update brings 5 new features to its EVs, but not everyone will get them

An over-the-air software update adds a host of new features to Tesla cars.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:33:53 +0300

Best Chemical Drain Cleaners You Can Buy in 2025

From smelly plugs to slow-draining sinks, we found the best drain cleaners to unclog your home's pipes.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:32:00 +0300
Bull Bitcoin Expands to Mexico, Enabling Global Bitcoin Payments to Mexican Accounts

Bull Bitcoin Expands to Mexico, Enabling Global Bitcoin Payments to Mexican Accounts

Bitcoin Magazine Bull Bitcoin Expands to Mexico, Enabling Global Bitcoin Payments to Mexican Accounts Bull Bitcoin, a leading non-custodial Bitcoin platform, has launched operations in Mexico, allowing anyone—citizens, residents, or tourists—to pay Mexican bank accounts instantly using Bitcoin via Lightning, Bitcoin, or Liquid wallets. Merchants can accept Bitcoin payments and convert to pesos on-demand, expanding the company’s footprint from...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:30:00 +0300

ChatGPT just made it easy to find and edit all the AI images you've ever generated

The new library feature brings all your images together in one place and makes it simpler to generate new ones. Try it out now - for free.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:29:23 +0300
 Google Messages is testing some useful upgrades – here are 5 features that could be coming

Google Messages is testing some useful upgrades – here are 5 features that could be coming

Google is really giving its Messages service a lot of attention, and is testing even more new features - here are 5 that could arrive soon.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:23:52 +0300

I Tested the Best Showerhead Filters You Can Buy in 2025, Here's What I Discovered

A bad showerhead can ruin your experience, and you might not even realize it's happening. These are the best shower filters you should consider today.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:23:00 +0300

Lyft gets a toehold in Europe with FreeNow acquisition

Lyft said it is acquiring mobility platform FreeNow, giving the ridehailing company its first major presence in Europe after years of operating exclusively in the US and Canada. FreeNow aggregates taxis alongside private vehicles, including luxury rides. The acquisition of FreeNow nearly doubles Lyft’s potential market and will aide the company as it seeks to […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:21:28 +0300

Meet The AI Agent With Multiple Personalities

A new AI agent from the startup Simular switches between different AI models depending on the task at hand.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:21:04 +0300

How China Took Over the World’s Rare Earths Industry

China seized mines and built factories. Japan took note and invested in Australia. But the United States did little despite concerns about control of supplies.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:15:50 +0300
 Zeekr's new 007 GT looks like the ultimate family EV – with 10-minute charging and over 500 miles of range

Zeekr's new 007 GT looks like the ultimate family EV – with 10-minute charging and over 500 miles of range

Zeekr has launched a sleek, grand touring 'shooting brake' version of its 007 sedan available in China – and it should eventually go global, too.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:14:28 +0300
CoinDesk Announces Eric Trump as a Headline Speaker at Consensus 2025

CoinDesk Announces Eric Trump as a Headline Speaker at Consensus 2025

The president’s son will discuss his mining venture American Bitcoin alongside Asher Genoot, Chief Executive Officer of Hut 8.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:13:50 +0300

Best Strategy Board Games for Game Night in 2025

Entertain your family and friends with these strategy board games, handpicked by CNET's experts.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:13:00 +0300

48 of the Best Gifts for Mom for 2025

Mother's Day is almost here, but Moms don't need a special occasion to be presented with a great gift. Here are our favorite gifts for mothers.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:13:00 +0300

Elon Musk’s DOGE Team Building System to Sell ‘Gold Card’ Immigrant Visas

The project represents something of a shift in mission for Elon Musk’s initiative, from cutting government costs toward a new goal of generating revenue.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:11:55 +0300
NASA Invites Virtual Guests to Launch of SpaceX 32nd Resupply Mission

NASA Invites Virtual Guests to Launch of SpaceX 32nd Resupply Mission

NASA invites the public to participate in virtual activities ahead of the launch of SpaceX’s 32nd commercial resupply services mission for the agency. NASA and SpaceX are targeting launch at 4:15 a.m. EDT Monday, April 21, from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. In addition to food, supplies, and equipment for […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:08:45 +0300

What Is DHGate, and Should You Use It?

A Chinese ecommerce app has shot up the App Store rankings in response to Donald Trump’s tariff changes. It’s as safe as the next online marketplace—but as with all of them, buyers should know what they’re in for.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:05:59 +0300
 Market maker deals are quietly killing crypto projects

Market maker deals are quietly killing crypto projects

The right market maker can be a launchpad for a cryptocurrency project, opening the door to major exchanges and providing valuable liquidity to ensure a token is tradeable — but when the wrong incentives are baked into the deal, that market maker can become a wrecking ball. One of the most popular and misunderstood offerings in the market-making world is the “loan option model.” This is when a project lends tokens to a market maker, who then...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:02:22 +0300

How Apple plans to train its AI on your data without sacrificing your privacy

Apple's solution is called 'differential privacy' - and it's already been using it for Genmojis.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:01:32 +0300
Dogecoin Price Enters Final Stage Of Pullback After Crash Below $0.16 Rattles Investors

Dogecoin Price Enters Final Stage Of Pullback After Crash Below $0.16 Rattles Investors

The Dogecoin price has been steadily going down since December 2024 after hitting a new local peak in November. This has carried into the new year, and so far, the meme coin has lost over 50% of its value in the space of four months. While this has sparked fear in the hearts of investors, […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:00:14 +0300

Bluesky feed builder Graze raises $1M, rolls out ads

Graze, a startup that lets people build and monetize custom feeds for Bluesky’s social network, has attracted new capital. Pre-seed investors, led by Betaworks and Salesforce Ventures, have invested...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0300
 Every 'Black Mirror' Season 7 episode, ranked from worst to best

Every 'Black Mirror' Season 7 episode, ranked from worst to best

Netflix's award-winning dystopian anthology from twisted British creator Charlie Brooker is back!

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0300

Apple races to surpass rivals in quest to eliminate carbon pollution

Apple reported on Wednesday that is more than halfway to its 2030 goal..

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:59:10 +0300
 Toshiba's wireless portable turntable is the Sound Burger of 2025 – just don't take it to beach parties

Toshiba's wireless portable turntable is the Sound Burger of 2025 – just don't take it to beach parties

Toshiba's unveiled a new portable vinyl record player set to be shipped this month, but while it looks like a lot of fun, serious vinyl collectors may be a little wary.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:54:24 +0300

Israel Threatens Further Escalation in Gaza War

The United Nations warned that the humanitarian situation in Gaza was likely at its worst since the conflict began and that the population was again on the brink of famine.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:52:39 +0300

Kia is pitching Americans an affordable EV sedan with EV4 debut

Kia debuted its 2026 EV4 sedan at the New York International Auto Show on Wednesday, its first global electric sedan and one designed for customers looking for an affordable EV. Whether U.S. customers will gravitate toward a sedan is an open question — and one Kia isn’t necessarily betting on. The company launched sales of […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:50:56 +0300

Startup funding hit records in Q1. But the outlook for 2025 is still awful.

Startups attracted $91.5 billion in venture capital funding in Q1, according to the latest report from data provider PitchBook. This figure not only exceeds the previous quarter’s allocation by 18.5% but also represents the second-highest quarterly investment in the last decade. Despite this seemingly positive news, Kyle Stanford, lead U.S. venture capital analyst at PitchBook, […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:50:55 +0300
 I'm not going to spend money on these limited edition Doom: The Dark Ages Xbox controllers, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't tempted to pre-order them

I'm not going to spend money on these limited edition Doom: The Dark Ages Xbox controllers, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't tempted to pre-order them

Limited edition Xbox Wireless Controllers based on Doom: The Dark Ages have been officially revealed.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:49:39 +0300

Senator Chris Van Hollen Heads to El Salvador to Check on Deported Immigrant

Senator Chris Van Hollen said he would press for the release of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant who was mistakenly deported by the Trump administration and imprisoned.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:48:44 +0300

Microsoft researchers say they’ve developed a hyper-efficient AI model that can run on CPUs

Microsoft researchers claim they’ve developed the largest-scale 1-bit AI model, also known as a “bitnet,” to date. Called BitNet b1.58 2B4T, it’s openly available under an MIT license and can run on CPUs, including Apple’s M2. Bitnets are essentially compressed models designed to run on lightweight hardware. In standard models, weights, the values that define […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:48:27 +0300
Crypto dips, China open to Tariff talks, Nvidia faces chip ban

Crypto dips, China open to Tariff talks, Nvidia faces chip ban

Crypto dips, China open to Tariff talks, Nvidia faces chip ban FOMO HOUR EP338 BTC falls below 200D MA in bearish sign. BTC correlation to stocks nearly 0. BTC miners are main sellers amid higher costs.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:46:28 +0300
Designathon 2025 Invites Global Creatives to Help Shape the Future of Bitcoin

Designathon 2025 Invites Global Creatives to Help Shape the Future of Bitcoin

Bitcoin Magazine Designathon 2025 Invites Global Creatives to Help Shape the Future of Bitcoin The Bitcoin Design Community launches its second global Designathon from May 4–18, 2025, calling on designers, artists, and bitcoin enthusiasts to improve bitcoin adoption through innovation and user-friendly design. This post Designathon 2025 Invites Global Creatives to Help Shape the Future of Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:45:55 +0300
 Ethereum Is What Bitcoin Was Meant to Be

Ethereum Is What Bitcoin Was Meant to Be

The other major cryptocurrency is becoming the global settlement layer for on-chain assets, says Advantage Blockchain’s Alec Beckman.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:44:47 +0300
Bitcoin Steadies but Coinbase Analyst Sees Crypto Winter Brewing on Tariffs

Bitcoin Steadies but Coinbase Analyst Sees Crypto Winter Brewing on Tariffs

The president’s trade war has yielded persistent headwinds for risk assets, Coinbase’s global head of research noted.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:44:01 +0300
 Bitcoin tipped for 2023-style rebound as Goldman says dollar 'overvalued'

Bitcoin tipped for 2023-style rebound as Goldman says dollar 'overvalued'

Bitcoin (BTC) centered on $84,000 at the April 16 Wall Street open amid hopes that a weak US dollar would fuel a bull market comeback. BTC/USD 1-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView Bitcoin analysis calls for 2023 rally repeat Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView showed BTC/USD consolidating after a swift comedown from local highs the day prior.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:43:40 +0300

NSO lawyer names Mexico, Saudi Arabia, and Uzbekistan as spyware customers accused of 2019 WhatsApp hacks

This is the first time representatives for the spyware maker have publicly named its government customers.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:41:02 +0300
Institutions Drive Bitcoin Dominance: Q1 2025 Crypto Market Analysis

Institutions Drive Bitcoin Dominance: Q1 2025 Crypto Market Analysis

A report by CoinDesk Indices provides a detailed analysis of the crypto market’s recent performance and the significant shift being driven by institutions. Dive into the results with CoinDesk’s Joshua de Vos and Jacob Joseph.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:39:41 +0300
Bitcoin Mirrors TradFi Amid Surging Correlations With Major Indexes – Details

Bitcoin Mirrors TradFi Amid Surging Correlations With Major Indexes – Details

Bitcoin is currently trading at critical price levels amid heightened macroeconomic uncertainty and escalating global tensions. After a volatile period, BTC staged a notable rebound last week following an announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump declaring a 90-day pause on all tariffs except those targeting China. The policy shift brought a temporary sense of relief […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:30:39 +0300
Swedish Lawmaker Champions Bitcoin Reserve For Strategic Edge

Swedish Lawmaker Champions Bitcoin Reserve For Strategic Edge

As the global interest in Bitcoin (BTC) continues to rise, a Swedish lawmaker is advocating for the establishment of a national Bitcoin reserve, mirroring initiatives taken by the United States under President Donald Trump. Sweden Eyes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Dennis Dioukarev, a Member of the Riksdag representing the Sweden Democrats, has formally approached Finance Minister […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:30:30 +0300
Onyxcoin price dives as chart points to more 55% downside

Onyxcoin price dives as chart points to more 55% downside

Onyxcoin token has given back some of the gains made last week as investors book profits and wait for the next catalyst. Onyxcoin (XCN) price dropped to a low of $0.0170 on April 16, down by over 37% from its…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:16:03 +0300
EVAA Protocol CEO warns of crypto disruptions due to tariff uncertainty ​

EVAA Protocol CEO warns of crypto disruptions due to tariff uncertainty ​

As global markets grapple with the resurgence of protectionist policies, Vlad Kamyshov, CEO of EVAA Protocol, voiced concerns in a note to crypto.news over the effects of tariffs on digital finance ecosystems. “Import taxes tend to raise consumer prices, feeding…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:14:01 +0300

As Deezer approaches profitability, it rolls out a custom algorithm and other new features

Last month, Deezer reported its first positive cash flow in 2024, marking a significant milestone in its history. As the music streaming platform nears profitability, it’s launching new features to differentiate itself in the highly competitive market. On Wednesday, Deezer announced several features aimed at providing listeners with a more personalized experience. These include a […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:11:11 +0300
Neutrl Raises $5M to Tokenize a Popular Hedge Fund Altcoin Trade

Neutrl Raises $5M to Tokenize a Popular Hedge Fund Altcoin Trade

The protocol's NUSD token generates yield by arbitraging locked altcoins, a $10 billion private market, Neutrl co-founder Behrin Naidoo said in an interview.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:10:34 +0300
Bitcoin Miners With HPC Exposure Underperformed in First Two Weeks of April: JPMorgan

Bitcoin Miners With HPC Exposure Underperformed in First Two Weeks of April: JPMorgan

MARA Holdings and CleanSpark outperformed BTC, while miners with exposure to high-performance computing, such as Bitdeer, TeraWulf, IREN and Riot Platforms underperformed.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:09:18 +0300

TikTok begins testing Footnotes, a new Community Notes-like feature

TikTok is testing a new “Footnotes” feature that works similarly to Community Notes on X. The social network announced on Wednesday that Footnotes will allow users to add additional context and relevant information to videos to help others better understand certain content, starting in the United States. The company says Footnotes will complement its current […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:08:58 +0300

Claude AI can do your research and handle your emails now - here's how

These powerful features don't come for free, however.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:05:00 +0300
SHIB, DOGE get the cold shoulder as Lightchain AI with 21300% growth potential shines

SHIB, DOGE get the cold shoulder as Lightchain AI with 21300% growth potential shines

As SHIB and DOGE cool, Lightchain AI rises with $18.9m raised, signaling a shift toward utility-driven crypto solutions in 2025. #partnercontent

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:04:04 +0300
 Ransomware operators are demanding more if they detect cyber-insurance

Ransomware operators are demanding more if they detect cyber-insurance

Hackers are actively looking for potentially high-paying victims with cyber-insurance.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:02:00 +0300

Fake Blood Vessels Mean Lab-Grown Chicken Can Now Be Nugget Sized

Tastes like chicken.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:34 +0300

Deck raises $12M to ‘Plaid-ify’ any website using AI

Deck, a startup that claims to be building “the Plaid for the rest of the internet,” has raised $12 million in a Series A funding round — about nine months after closing its seed financing, it tells TechCrunch exclusively. The new raise, led by Infinity Ventures, brings Montreal-based Deck’s total raised since its January 2024 […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300

Shift from Fossil Fuels to Renewable Energy Will Persist despite Trump Policies, New Analyses Say

President Trump’s efforts to dismantle climate policies won’t stop renewables from rising or fossil fuels from slowing, according to outlooks from the U.S. Energy Information Administration and BloombergNEF

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
 NASA's Perseverance rover hits the Mars rock gold mine: 'It has been all we had hoped for and more'

NASA's Perseverance rover hits the Mars rock gold mine: 'It has been all we had hoped for and more'

NASA's Perseverance rover is reveling in a scientific bonanza on Mars after finding a diverse array of rocks that are providing eager scientists a glimpse into the planet's ancient history.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
 Emerging markets need boutique market-making to reach their full potential

Emerging markets need boutique market-making to reach their full potential

Opinion by: Mārtiņš Beņķītis, co-founder and CEO of Gravity Team As crypto adoption plateaus in some developed nations, emerging markets have led the charge for adoption. Southeast Asia, Africa and Latin America have become rapid growth centers, with new activity driven by limited banking options, local currency instability and growing smartphone use. The need for alternative finance in these regions is acute.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
Hashbranch and Merkle Standard Deploy Massive 1.3 Exahash Bitcoin Mining Operation

Hashbranch and Merkle Standard Deploy Massive 1.3 Exahash Bitcoin Mining Operation

Bitcoin Magazine Hashbranch and Merkle Standard Deploy Massive 1.3 Exahash Bitcoin Mining Operation End-of-life hardware strategy creates win-win scenario for miners and hosting facilities in fluctuating markets. This post Hashbranch and Merkle Standard Deploy Massive 1.3 Exahash Bitcoin Mining Operation first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Merkle Standard and Hashbranch.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
Early Parkinson’s trials revive stem cells as a possible treatment

Early Parkinson’s trials revive stem cells as a possible treatment

The phase I clinical trials showed stem cell transplants for Parkinson’s disease appear to be safe and might restore dopamine-producing brain cells.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
Imitation dark matter axions have arrived. They could reveal the real thing

Imitation dark matter axions have arrived. They could reveal the real thing

A long-elusive, hypothetical subatomic particle called the axion can be simulated and potentially detected in a type of thin material.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300

TechCrunch All Stage: Full agenda revealed

The ultimate founder summit returns — now bigger than ever! Formerly TechCrunch Early Stage, TC All Stage is bringing together founders and VCs from every stage, not just early stage. We’re thrilled to unveil the full breakout session lineup at TC All Stage. Packed with scaling pioneers and top-tier VCs, these sessions are designed for […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:58:57 +0300
How Coinkite Defines Cypherpunk Bitcoin Security

How Coinkite Defines Cypherpunk Bitcoin Security

Bitcoin Magazine How Coinkite Defines Cypherpunk Bitcoin Security Advancing the standard for hardware wallet security and cypherpunk aesthetics, Coinkite, a small Bitcoin company out of Canada, is the third largest manufacturer in the industry. Surrounded by hardware wallets that reach for mainstream adoption and seek to integrate every last altcoin in existence, Coinkite has taken a fundamentally different approach, sticking to their...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:58:42 +0300
 Mantra post-OM token crash statement leaves key questions unanswered

Mantra post-OM token crash statement leaves key questions unanswered

Update (April 16, 6:50 pm UTC): This article has been updated to add a comment by Mantra CEO John Mullin. Troubled decentralized finance (DeFi) platform Mantra released an official statement addressing the reasons for a 92% flash crash of its OM token on April 13. An April 16 announcement titled “Statement of Events: 13 April 2025” reiterates that the crash did not involve any token sales by the project itself, and the Mantra team remains...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:53:31 +0300
Coinbase Revenue, Trading Outlook Hit by Tariff Tensions: Oppenheimer

Coinbase Revenue, Trading Outlook Hit by Tariff Tensions: Oppenheimer

Analyst says retail pullback tied to tariff concerns will drag on Coinbase revenue through 2025.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:49:14 +0300

Amazon Sellers Struggle with Trump’s Tariff Plans

An Illinois couple who sell party supplies on Amazon have been frantically trying to understand and adapt to new costs caused by President Trump’s tariffs.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:47:43 +0300
Bitcoin's True Capitulation Zone Is $65K, Says Well-Followed Analyst

Bitcoin's True Capitulation Zone Is $65K, Says Well-Followed Analyst

That level represents the average investor’s cost basis, said James Check, who expects the $50,000 area to offer strong long-term support.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:47:31 +0300
 Claude tipped to get its answer to ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode soon - is adding an AI voice to a chatbot yet another tick box exercise?

Claude tipped to get its answer to ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode soon - is adding an AI voice to a chatbot yet another tick box exercise?

Anthropic could be about to launch a new Claude AI voice mode, but does it even matter?

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:44:48 +0300
 Surfshark finally adds split tunneling on macOS – making it one of the few VPNs to have it

Surfshark finally adds split tunneling on macOS – making it one of the few VPNs to have it

Surfshark Bypasser finally lands on macOS, but it's also available on Windows, Android, iOS, and a browser extension. Here's how you should use it.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:43:50 +0300

Patients Cut Off From Cheaper Obesity Drugs as FDA Halts Sales of Copycats

U.S. regulators are trying to shut down the industry for compounded weight-loss drugs, which could result in higher costs or suspend treatment for patients.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:43:02 +0300
 Mario Kart World Nintendo Direct build-up live: start time, how to watch, official runtime, and all our predictions for the upcoming Switch 2 game

Mario Kart World Nintendo Direct build-up live: start time, how to watch, official runtime, and all our predictions for the upcoming Switch 2 game

Join me for the build up to the Mario Kart World Nintendo Direct.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:34:59 +0300
Panama City votes to approve crypto payments for public services

Panama City votes to approve crypto payments for public services

Panama City has approved a measure allowing residents to pay for public services using cryptocurrency. The city council voted to enable payments in Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), USD Coin (USDC), and Tether (USDT) for services like taxes, permits, and fines. …

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:33:21 +0300
Swedish Bitcoin Reserve Proposal: Lawmakers Urge Finance Minister To Follow US SBR Steps

Swedish Bitcoin Reserve Proposal: Lawmakers Urge Finance Minister To Follow US SBR Steps

Amid the global efforts to adopt crypto, members of the Riksdag, the Swedish Parliament, are urging the country’s finance minister, Elisabeth Svantesson, to evaluate a Bitcoin (BTC) Reserve for Sweden’s holdings. Related Reading: SEC Delays Decision On Staking For Grayscale’s Ethereum ETFs Swedish Lawmaker Proposes Bitcoin Reserve On Monday, Member of the Swedish Parliament and […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:30:29 +0300

Bolt’s Ryan Breslow pins his hopes on a new app that takes on Coinbase, Zelle, and PayPal

Ryan Breslow is officially back. While the founder of one-click checkout company Bolt re-assumed its helm as CEO in March, Breslow is unveiling Wednesday a new “superapp” that he hopes will formally mark his return as the fintech’s leader. He describes the new product as “one-click crypto and everyday payments” in a single platform, in […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:30:00 +0300
Exclusive: How SoundMoney Protocol aims to disrupt the future of music

Exclusive: How SoundMoney Protocol aims to disrupt the future of music

SoundMoney CEO Benito DeRosario wants to disrupt the music streaming model by creating a platform that enables fans to support their favorite artists directly. On the sidelines of Paris Blockchain Week, DeRosario spoke to crypto.news about how the current streaming…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:29:24 +0300
Top 3 altcoins that are shining brighter than Bitcoin this week

Top 3 altcoins that are shining brighter than Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin price is steady, with a 7.85% weekly rise to $84,858.95, but its $1.68 trillion market cap is being overshadowed by altcoins stealing the spotlight. PEPE (PEPE), Minotaurus (MTAUR), and Ripple (XRP) have surged, with PEPE leading at 13.25%, followed…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:24:24 +0300
Ethereum faces $40m VC dump as ETH price slides below key support

Ethereum faces $40m VC dump as ETH price slides below key support

Ethereum’s pressure continues to deepen as three major investment firms move over $40 million worth of ETH to exchanges within 24 hours. According to data shared by on-chain analyst The Data Nerd on Apr. 16, within the last 24 hours,…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:23:32 +0300
 How next-generation AI and data clusters are pioneering fraud defense

How next-generation AI and data clusters are pioneering fraud defense

AI-driven data clustering is the new face of fraud prevention.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:23:10 +0300

Teens plead guilty to trafficking after being caught with 5,000 ants

Kenyan authorities accused two Belgian teens, one Vietnamese man and one Kenyan man of trying to smuggle ants to sell as exotic pets.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:17:58 +0300
 How to empower developers to reduce wasted cloud infrastructure spend

How to empower developers to reduce wasted cloud infrastructure spend

Businesses face rising cloud costs due to disconnects between developers and FinOps teams, requiring cultural shifts.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:15:04 +0300
 Bots now account for over half of all internet traffic

Bots now account for over half of all internet traffic

With the growth GenAI, bad bots are growing in number, experts warn.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:14:00 +0300
Bitcoin and gold show loss of confidence in fiat, says Galaxy CEO

Bitcoin and gold show loss of confidence in fiat, says Galaxy CEO

According to Galaxy Digital founder and CEO Mike Novogratz, the recent rebound in Bitcoin reflects far more than speculative trading, rather it is a direct response to growing macroeconomic instability and a shift in global financial architecture. Speaking on CNBC’s…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:11:42 +0300

Young People Are Making Up to $36K a Year Renting Their T-Shirts and Speakers

Rental apps like Pickle and Yoodlize are helping millennials and Gen Zers turn their closets and tools into extra cash.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:08:50 +0300
Stocks trim gains as China signals readiness for trade talks

Stocks trim gains as China signals readiness for trade talks

Stocks trimmed gains, led by global chip makers, to see the U.S. stock market opened on Wednesday, April 16. Although the likes of Nvidia were slightly up as investors reacted to news China had indicated its readiness to engage the…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:03:24 +0300
 Real estate fintech Janover doubles Solana holdings with $10.5M buy

Real estate fintech Janover doubles Solana holdings with $10.5M buy

Real estate-focused financial technology firm Janover has acquired 80,567 Solana tokens for roughly $10.5 million. According to an April 15 announcement, with its latest purchase, Janover’s Solana (SOL) holdings reached 163,651.7 — worth about $21.2 million, including staking rewards. With this investment, the amount of Solana per each of the 1.5 million shares reached 0.11 SOL, valued at $14.47 — an increase of 120%.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:01:02 +0300
Hubble Provides New View of Galactic Favorite

Hubble Provides New View of Galactic Favorite

As part of ESA/Hubble’s 35th anniversary celebrations, the European Space Agency (ESA) is sharing a new image series revisiting stunning, previously released Hubble targets with the addition of the latest Hubble data and new processing techniques. ESA/Hubble published a new image of NGC 346 as the first installment in the series. Now, they are revisiting a fan-favorite galaxy […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:00:50 +0300
 'Planetary defense is knowing what's out there and what could do harm to us.' Meet the scientist who helped build NASA's asteroid response plan

'Planetary defense is knowing what's out there and what could do harm to us.' Meet the scientist who helped build NASA's asteroid response plan

A Q&A with Lindley Johnson, a pioneer in blueprinting warning and response scenarios to any potential impact of Earth by an asteroid or comet.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
 UFC boss Dana White becomes VeChain adviser to push blockchain mainstream

UFC boss Dana White becomes VeChain adviser to push blockchain mainstream

VeChain, a layer-1 blockchain platform focused on real-world applications, has added Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) CEO Dana White as its newest official adviser to raise more mainstream awareness of blockchain technology. White, also the founder of Power Slap, will join VeChain’s advisory board next to Nobel Prize-winning physicist Konstantin Novoselov to drive real-world blockchain adoption through “complementary expertise in mass...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
 Ethereum L2 development is ‘double-edged sword’ for ETH value

Ethereum L2 development is ‘double-edged sword’ for ETH value

Ethereum’s push toward layer-2 (L2) blockchain scalability may be a double-edged sword for Ether, potentially weakening the value accrual of the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, according to a new report from Binance Research. The report suggests that Ethereum’s L2 blockchain networks — built to improve mainnet scalability and lower transaction costs — may be cannibalistic of the Ethereum base layer, negatively impacting the price of...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
 Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, April 17 (game #1179)

Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, April 17 (game #1179)

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
 NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, April 17 (game #676)

NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, April 17 (game #676)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
Project Eleven To Award 1 BTC To Tackle Bitcoin’s Quantum Vulnerability

Project Eleven To Award 1 BTC To Tackle Bitcoin’s Quantum Vulnerability

Bitcoin Magazine Project Eleven To Award 1 BTC To Tackle Bitcoin’s Quantum Vulnerability Project Eleven launches the Q-Day Prize, offering 1 BTC to anyone who can break bitcoin’s cryptography using a quantum computer. This post Project Eleven To Award 1 BTC To Tackle Bitcoin’s Quantum Vulnerability first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Vivek Sen Bitcoin.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:57:45 +0300
Mantra Plans 'Comprehensive Burn Program' of OM Following 90% Crash

Mantra Plans 'Comprehensive Burn Program' of OM Following 90% Crash

OM recently fell from over $6 to under $0.45 in a matter of hours on no apparent catalyst

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:54:16 +0300
 Here’s what happened in crypto today

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Today in crypto, a new report from crypto exchange Coinbase paints a grim picture of a shrinking crypto market but expects a potential rebound later in 2025, Strive is urging Inuit to buy Bitcoin after it successfully convinced GameStop to do so, and Ethena Labs exited Germany after regulators flagged “deficiencies” in its USDe stablecoin. Crypto in a bear market, rebound likely in Q3 — Coinbase A monthly market review by publicly traded...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:49:19 +0300
 Trump-linked World Liberty Financial gets $25M investment from DWF Labs

Trump-linked World Liberty Financial gets $25M investment from DWF Labs

Crypto market maker DWF Labs announced a $25 million investment in World Liberty Financial, the decentralized finance (DeFi) project backed by US President Donald Trump and his sons, as the company expands into the United States with an office in New York City. On April 16, Dubai-based DWF Labs said it had purchased World Liberty Financial (WLFI) tokens through a private transaction. The firm said the transaction reflects its intent to...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:47:03 +0300
DWF Labs enters US market with New York office and $25m WLFI investment 

DWF Labs enters US market with New York office and $25m WLFI investment 

Crypto market maker DWF Labs has expanded its footprint to the United States with the launch of a new office in New York City. The firm also disclosed a $25 million purchase of governance tokens from World Liberty Financial (WLFI),…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:44:24 +0300

8 Best Beard Trimmers (2025): Full Beards, Hair, Stubble

These beard tools deliver an excellent trim for all types of facial hair.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:37:55 +0300

U.K. Supreme Court defines ‘woman’ by biology under equality law

The ruling was a blow to trans rights advocates and cheered by For Women Scotland, which filed the case. The government said it “brings clarity and confidence.”

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:36:44 +0300
 Why is XRP price down today?

Why is XRP price down today?

XRP (XRP) fell on April 7, down 4% in the last 24 hours to trade at $2.07, fueled by a mix of macroeconomic uncertainty, market dynamics, and technical factors. XRP/USD daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView Key catalysts driving the XRP prices lower today include: Crypto falls as US tariffs breed uncertainty in global markets.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:36:21 +0300

Nintendo Switch 2 Backward Compatibility: What You Need to Know

Bad news for fans of cardboard VR headsets, though.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:30:00 +0300
 James Webb Space Telescope discovers most distant and earliest Milky Way 'twin' ever seen. Meet dragon-galaxy Zhúlóng (image)

James Webb Space Telescope discovers most distant and earliest Milky Way 'twin' ever seen. Meet dragon-galaxy Zhúlóng (image)

The James Webb Space Telescope has spotted the most distant spiral galaxy ever seen, a "Milky Way twin" that existed 1 billion years after the Big Bang.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:22:43 +0300
 What is a VTuber, and how do you become one in 2025?

What is a VTuber, and how do you become one in 2025?

Key takeaways A Vtuber is a real person behind a digital avatar, blending performance, storytelling, and creativity to connect with audiences through livestreams, games, podcasts, and more. Becoming a VTuber involves designing a unique avatar (2D or 3D), using motion capture for animation, and leveraging software tools like Live2D, VSeeFace, and AI voice modifiers. In 2025, VTubing success often starts with short-form mobile platforms like...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:22:31 +0300
BNB price on the verge of a breakout after the latest token burn

BNB price on the verge of a breakout after the latest token burn

Binance Coin price has formed a symmetrical triangle pattern as its staked amount rises, and after the network executed its quarterly token burn. Binance Coin (BNB) was trading at $582, a few points above its lowest level this month. Its…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:15:41 +0300
CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: AVAX Falls 2.1% as Nearly All Assets Trade Lower

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: AVAX Falls 2.1% as Nearly All Assets Trade Lower

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) joined Avalanche (AVAX) as a top underperformer, also declining 2.1%.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:13:02 +0300

Aura Aspen Review (2025): Made for Vertical

The newest frame in Aura’s lineup has the same aspect ratio as your phone, and you can use it in portrait or landscape orientation.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:04:00 +0300
Futureverse Acquires Candy Digital, Taps DC Comics and Netflix IP to Boost Metaverse Strategy

Futureverse Acquires Candy Digital, Taps DC Comics and Netflix IP to Boost Metaverse Strategy

Blue-chip brands Netflix, DC Comics, and MLB are entering an AI-powered metaverse as Futureverse expands its digital footprint.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:01:03 +0300

There Are Good Health Reasons For Leaving Your Shoes at The Door

Mom was right.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:11 +0300

Back Market and iFixit Want You to Use Your Phone for at Least 5 Years

Back Market and iFixit are partnering to encourage consumers to keep their phones in service for at least five years—and to pressure manufacturers to extend smartphone support to 10 years.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0300

PNY GeForce RTX 5060 Ti OC Review: High-Definition Gaming

This graphics card conquers 1080p gaming, but if you have to pay more than sticker price, you can do better.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0300

NASA and NOAA Trump Funding Cuts Jeopardize These Key Climate and Space Projects

Leaked budget documents indicate that key NASA and NOAA research projects, such as crucial climate research and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, are at risk of being defunded in 2026

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0300
 The Lyrids are back: How to catch this year's spring meteor shower

The Lyrids are back: How to catch this year's spring meteor shower

The night sky will dazzle this week as the Lyrid meteor shower kicks off its annual display, marking the return of one of the oldest and most reliable celestial shows of the year.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0300
A messed-up body clock could be a bigger problem than lack of sleep

A messed-up body clock could be a bigger problem than lack of sleep

For a good night of sleep, consider getting your circadian rhythm back in sync with the sun. Here’s how to do it.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0300
NASA Sees Progress on Blue Origin’s Orbital Reef Design Development

NASA Sees Progress on Blue Origin’s Orbital Reef Design Development

A NASA-supported commercial space station, Blue Origin’s Orbital Reef, recently completed a human-in-the-loop testing milestone as the agency works toward developing commercial space stations in low Earth orbit. The human-in-the-loop test scenarios utilized individual participants or small groups to perform day-in-the-life walkthroughs in life-sized mockups of major station components. Participants provided feedback while simulating...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0300
 Spotify was down –here's everything we know about its huge outage

Spotify was down –here's everything we know about its huge outage

Spotify was down for many in one of its biggest outages – here's how the four-hour debacle played out.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:59:07 +0300
WalletConnect price surges 27% after a wave of exchange listings

WalletConnect price surges 27% after a wave of exchange listings

The price of WalletConnect’s token WCT has surged over 27% in the past 24 hours, following a series of high-profile exchange listings. WalletConnect (WCT) is up more than 27%, currently trading at $0.40, with a 24-hour trading volume exceeding $910…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:49:46 +0300
Resolv Labs Raises $10M as Crypto Investor Appetite for Yield-Bearing Stablecoins Soars

Resolv Labs Raises $10M as Crypto Investor Appetite for Yield-Bearing Stablecoins Soars

Stablecoins are "perfect rails for yield distribution," the protocol's CEO and founder Ivan Kozlov said in an interview.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:47:48 +0300
Trump-Family Backed World Liberty Gets $25M Investment From DWF Labs

Trump-Family Backed World Liberty Gets $25M Investment From DWF Labs


DWF Labs opened a New York office and invested in World Liberty Financial, backing its stablecoin USD1 and decentralized finance growth

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:34:50 +0300
Italy sounds the alarm over U.S. stablecoin regulations: ‘bigger threat than tariffs’

Italy sounds the alarm over U.S. stablecoin regulations: ‘bigger threat than tariffs’

Stablecoins are a bigger threat to the EURO than U.S. tariffs, warns Italy's economy minister.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:32:38 +0300

15 Best Outdoor Security Cameras (2025): Battery-Powered, LTE, No Subscription

These weatherproof outdoor security cams keep a watchful eye on your property while you get on with life. Our list includes battery-powered and LTE devices and options that need no subscription.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:30:00 +0300
Bitcoin at Risk of Dropping to $75K if BTC's $83K Support Breaks, Chart Analysis Show

Bitcoin at Risk of Dropping to $75K if BTC's $83K Support Breaks, Chart Analysis Show

Key intraday averages look to cross bearish as bulls struggle to engineer a breakout above $86K.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:25:12 +0300
 Bitcoin Treasury bonds may help US refinance $14T debt — VanEck exec

Bitcoin Treasury bonds may help US refinance $14T debt — VanEck exec

VanEck’s head of research has pitched a new type of US Treasury bond partially backed by Bitcoin to help refinance $14 trillion in US debt. Matthew Sigel pitched the concept of “BitBonds” — US Treasury bonds with exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) — at the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Summit 2025 on April 15. The new 10-year bonds would be composed of 90% traditional debt and 10% BTC exposure, Sigel said, appealing to both the Treasury and global investors.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:19:46 +0300
New MiCA regime prompts crypto firms to exit EU market, analysts say

New MiCA regime prompts crypto firms to exit EU market, analysts say

As MiCA standardizes crypto regulation across the European Union, many firms are choosing to leave the bloc, merge, or shift operations to more favorable jurisdictions. Europe‘s crypto industry is entering a major shake-up under the new MiCA regime, and as…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:19:13 +0300
Mantra CEO Pledges to Burn His Team Tokens After Major 90% OM Crash

Mantra CEO Pledges to Burn His Team Tokens After Major 90% OM Crash

John Patrick Mullin, co-founder and CEO of Mantra, claims he’ll burn his OM after the token’s Sunday crash.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:19:05 +0300
SHIB and XRP show signs of life at key support levels

SHIB and XRP show signs of life at key support levels

SHIB and XRP are both testing historically significant support zones, with technical indicators hinting at a potential shift in momentum as traders watch for key breakout levels to confirm a trend reversal. Shiba Inu (SHIB) is currently trading at $0.00001157,…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:17:44 +0300
Exclusive with 1inch co-founder: Are DEX aggregators the future of DeFi?

Exclusive with 1inch co-founder: Are DEX aggregators the future of DeFi?

With $500 billion in volume and counting, 1inch sat down with crypto.news to explain how interoperability is being deployed to offer non-custodial solutions to everything from real-world assets to cryptocurrency. Decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregators seem to be all the rage in…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:10:58 +0300

13 Best Beauty Box Subscriptions, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

A beauty subscription box feels like a monthly present. These are our favorites.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:07:00 +0300
Going Home: NASA Retires S-3B Viking to POW/MIA Museum

Going Home: NASA Retires S-3B Viking to POW/MIA Museum

After supporting the center’s research missions for more than a decade, NASA’s S-3B Viking aircraft is moving on from NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland to begin a new and honorable assignment. The aircraft is heading to the National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum in Jacksonville, Florida, where it will be on display, honoring all Prisoners […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:04:20 +0300

Pushing Webb to Its Limits May Have Revealed Earliest Galaxies

At the edge of everything.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:00:52 +0300

Alan Turing’s Lost Work Could Reveal How Tigers Got Their Stripes

The world-famous mathematician Alan Turing found a possible mechanism for iconic animal patterns thanks to differential equations

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300
 Germany's military wants its own Starlink-like satellite constellation

Germany's military wants its own Starlink-like satellite constellation

Germany's armed forces are planning to build their own constellation of satellites, to avoid becoming reliant on SpaceX's Starlink or other orbiting communications networks.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300

Russia set to end energy ceasefire with Ukraine, even as fighting rages

The 30-day ceasefire brokered by the Trump administration was meant to lead to a wider cessation of hostilities. It did not.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:50:13 +0300

An AI is going to art school — and might earn a diploma. Meet Flynn.

Two students in Vienna, Austria, created a program that talks in class and turns in artwork for assignments, to test the boundaries of artificial intelligence tools.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:45:22 +0300
 Bitcoin could hit $1M if US buys 1M BTC — Bitcoin Policy Institute

Bitcoin could hit $1M if US buys 1M BTC — Bitcoin Policy Institute

A Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI) executive floated a $1 million Bitcoin price scenario if the United States were to buy 1 million BTC. In a Bitcoin Magazine podcast, Zach Shapiro, the head of policy for the Bitcoin-focused BPI think tank, said that a 1 million Bitcoin (BTC) purchase by the US would have a massive impact on the price of the asset. “If the United States announces that we are buying a million Bitcoin, that’s just a global seismic...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:30:06 +0300

The Dire Wolf Hoopla Hides the Real Story: How to Save Red Wolves

Rather than resurrect extinct species, cloning technology could save those at risk of dying out, like the red wolf, but only with solid conservation efforts and habitat protections

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:30:00 +0300
Crypto Daybook Americas: Bitcoin Drop Deepens as U.S.-China Trade War Escalates

Crypto Daybook Americas: Bitcoin Drop Deepens as U.S.-China Trade War Escalates

Your day-ahead look for April 16, 2025

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:15:00 +0300
 Crypto in a bear market, rebound likely in Q3 — Coinbase

Crypto in a bear market, rebound likely in Q3 — Coinbase

A monthly market review by publicly traded US-based crypto exchange Coinbase shows that while the crypto market has contracted, it appears to be gearing up for a better quarter. According to Coinbase’s April 15 monthly outlook for institutional investors, the altcoin market cap shrank by 41% from its December 2024 highs of $1.6 trillion to $950 billion by mid-April. BTC Tools data shows that this metric touched a low of $906.9 billion on April...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:07:41 +0300
Solana, Cardano and Avalanche Lead Crypto Market Losses With 5% Dips

Solana, Cardano and Avalanche Lead Crypto Market Losses With 5% Dips

The altcoins underperformed relative to the broader market in today’s trading, despite some encouraging recent news emerging for the Solana ecosystem.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:05:31 +0300
 The best value VR headset, the Meta Quest 3, is now at its lowest-ever price, perfect if you want a bargain or to explore the world of virtual reality for less

The best value VR headset, the Meta Quest 3, is now at its lowest-ever price, perfect if you want a bargain or to explore the world of virtual reality for less

The Meta Quest 3 is one of the best VR headsets on the market, and now it's on offer for its lowest-ever price when you grab it from Amazon, Walmart or Best Buy.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:01:21 +0300

AI unleashes more advanced scams. Here's what to look out for (and how to stay protected)

Microsoft's Cyber Signals report identifies AI-driven deception in the workplace.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:00:13 +0300

Nissan Sakura 2025 Review: Price, Availability, Specs

Meet the Sakura, the best-selling electric car in Japan. It has driver assistance, auto-parking, fast charging, bidirectional power, and acres of charm. The killer stat: It only costs $17,000.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0300

Why Does Vaccine Hesitancy Occur, and How Can People Combat It?

Spillover from the politicization of the COVID pandemic has eroded vaccine confidence, but everyday people can play a role in building it back up

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0300
UK House Leader’s X Account Hacked to Promote Fake ‘Commons Coin’

UK House Leader’s X Account Hacked to Promote Fake ‘Commons Coin’

Leader of the House of Commons Lucy Powell’s official social media account was commandeered to promote a bogus meme coin.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:54:57 +0300
 Why is the crypto market down today?

Why is the crypto market down today?

The combined valuation of all cryptocurrencies has fallen by around 3.65%, or $97 billion, in the past 24 hours to reach $2.58 trillion on April 16. TOTAL crypto market cap four-hour performance chart. Source: TradingView The top catalysts that are driving the crypto market lower today include: An ongoing tech sector slump.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:51:52 +0300

Our ‘Technofossils’ Will Define Us Forever

Discarded authors Sarah Gabbott and Jan Zalasiewicz, observers of the geological past, look into the future

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:45:00 +0300
China faces regulatory gap in handling seized crypto assets, relies on local firms: report

China faces regulatory gap in handling seized crypto assets, relies on local firms: report

Seized cryptocurrencies are becoming a growing source of revenue for local Chinese governments, despite the country’s ban on crypto trading. As China‘s pile of seized cryptocurrencies continues to grow — thanks to a steady stream of illegal transactions — local…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:44:03 +0300
Bitcoin Nears Capitulation as Short-Term Holders Face Deep Losses

Bitcoin Nears Capitulation as Short-Term Holders Face Deep Losses

STH MVRV dropped to 0.82, signaling investor stress — while long-term holders quietly accumulate.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:33:24 +0300
 Why is Bitcoin price down today?

Why is Bitcoin price down today?

Bitcoin’s (BTC) price has dropped by over 2.5% over the last 24 hours to $83,400 as concerns over tariff impacts continue to sour investor sentiment. BTC/USD daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView Several factors are behind Bitcoin’s decline today, including: Sluggish institutional demand as spot Bitcoin ETF flows turn negative.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:30:03 +0300
AI is creating a new class of entrepreneurs, and you’re either in or out | Opinion

AI is creating a new class of entrepreneurs, and you’re either in or out | Opinion

The truth is we’re still in the early stages of the underlying technology, not just of AI agents, but also of cryptocurrencies themselves

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:19:27 +0300
The US must use budget-neutral ways to increase its BTC reserve. Which ways are already on the table?

The US must use budget-neutral ways to increase its BTC reserve. Which ways are already on the table?

On Mar. 6, 2025, an executive order set up the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. The order prohibits the government from selling bitcoins or buying more using taxpayers’ money. Since then, it has been unclear how the U.S. is going to…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:02:08 +0300

Why data literacy is essential - and elusive - for business leaders in the AI age

According to the latest research from Salesforce, the majority of US business leaders lack confidence that their data strategy is aligned with their business priorities - and it's affecting their career growth.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:00:13 +0300

Hypochlorous Acid Is a Natural Disinfectant for Surfaces and Skin

Hypochlorous acid has a lot of buzz in the beauty industry, but this nontoxic disinfectant has many possible uses.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0300

Trump’s D.C. U.S. attorney pick appeared on Russian state media over 150 times

Trump nominee Ed Martin’s 100-plus appearances on Russian state-directed media RT and Sputnik from 2016 to 2024 alarm some former national security officials.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0300
 Italy finance minister warns US stablecoins pose bigger threat than tariffs

Italy finance minister warns US stablecoins pose bigger threat than tariffs

Italy’s minister of economy and finance warned that US stablecoin policies are more concerning than President Donald Trump’s tariffs, citing the potential for these crypto assets to undermine the euro’s dominance in cross-border payments. Speaking at an event in Milan, Giancarlo Giorgetti said that while trade tariffs dominate headlines, new US policies on dollar-backed stablecoins present an “even more dangerous” threat to European financial...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:28:45 +0300
AI crypto tokens at risk as Nvidia faces restrictions on China exports

AI crypto tokens at risk as Nvidia faces restrictions on China exports

AI-focused crypto tokens are seeing a dip as Nvidia, the top AI chipmaker fueling the space, could soon take a major financial hit due to new U.S. export restrictions. In a filing on April 14, Nvidia said it expects around…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:27:54 +0300
South Korean presidential candidate vows to deregulate crypto like Trump-era US

South Korean presidential candidate vows to deregulate crypto like Trump-era US

South Korean candidate Hong Joon-pyo says he’ll scrap crypto rules like U.S. President Donald Trump did, aiming to make blockchain a key industry. South Korean presidential candidate Hong Joon-pyo says he’ll remove crypto regulations similar to how they were rolled…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:25:25 +0300
Crypto hardware wallets using ESP32 chip at risk of private key theft: report

Crypto hardware wallets using ESP32 chip at risk of private key theft: report

Researchers have warned of a new vulnerability affecting certain crypto hardware wallets that allows attackers to privately sign unauthorized Bitcoin transactions and steal private keys. Cryptocurrency wallets using the Chinese-made ESP32 chip, a widely used microcontroller designed for embedded systems…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:24:18 +0300
 Finally, Microsoft Teams is fixing one of my biggest everyday woork issues, and I couldn't be happier

Finally, Microsoft Teams is fixing one of my biggest everyday woork issues, and I couldn't be happier

Say goodbye to embarassing spelling mistake in Microsoft Teams.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:23:00 +0300
Alchemy Pay secures Arizona MTL as ACH price jumps 47%, eyeing breakout above key resistance

Alchemy Pay secures Arizona MTL as ACH price jumps 47%, eyeing breakout above key resistance

Alchemy Pay has secured a Money Transmitter License in Arizona, marking its ninth U.S. state approval, as ACH price rallies 47% over the past week. Alchemy Pay (ACH), a Singapore-based provider of fiat-crypto payment gateway, has obtained MTL in Arizona,…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:22:57 +0300
SEC closes investigation into NFT firm CyberKongz

SEC closes investigation into NFT firm CyberKongz

The U.S. SEC has officially closed its investigation into NFT gaming project CyberKongz, four months after the project was hit with a Wells notice over its ERC-20 token integration. In a recent post, the CyberKongz announced that the financial agency…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:21:56 +0300
PAWS airdrop turns messy as Bybit redistributes tokens

PAWS airdrop turns messy as Bybit redistributes tokens

Bybit is reversing and reissuing all PAWS tokens after botching the airdrop, leaving users angry and waiting for answers. Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit is reversing its April 15 airdrop of PAWS tokens and plans to redistribute them again after a flawed…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:20:48 +0300

U.K. Top Court Says Trans Women Do Not Meet Legal Definition of Women Under Equality Act

Britain’s Supreme Court was asked to rule on whether trans women can be defined as female under a British law that aims to protect against discrimination.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:15:39 +0300
Lightchain AI set to overtake Shiba Inu’s $1 goal in 2025

Lightchain AI set to overtake Shiba Inu’s $1 goal in 2025

As memecoins lose steam, Lightchain AI is emerging as a serious contender, combining real-world utility, AI integration, and strong investor interest with the potential to outpace Shiba Inu. #partnercontent

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:12:39 +0300
 OKX reenters US market following $505M DOJ settlement

OKX reenters US market following $505M DOJ settlement

Seychelles-based cryptocurrency exchange OKX announced that it is reentering the US market. According to an April 16 blog post, OKX will return to the United States market along with the appointment of former Barclays director Roshan Robert as its US CEO. Robert said in the post: “Today, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of OKX’s centralized crypto exchange and OKX Wallet in the United States, alongside the establishment of our regional...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:12:05 +0300
 I hope these Oblivion remaster leaks are real so I can return to the fever dream that is Cyrodiil

I hope these Oblivion remaster leaks are real so I can return to the fever dream that is Cyrodiil

Oblivion remaster images leak online, and to be honest I've never wanted something to be more real than this.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:11:23 +0300
UNDER EXPOSED EP21: Macro, BTC Outperforms and Trading Roundtable

UNDER EXPOSED EP21: Macro, BTC Outperforms and Trading Roundtable

UNDER EXPOSED EP21: Macro, BTC Outperforms and Trading Roundtable UNDER EXPOSED brings you coverage of the biggest macro news of the week impacting crypto and broader markets, with a focus on the newest trends, trades and narratives. Join hosts TylerD, Deeze, Geebz and Peter Jennings as they have longer conversations on the hottest sectors in crypto and NFTs, what is moving markets and what they’re buying and selling. Streaming live every...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:05:56 +0300

Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler and a Dozen Years of Collaborations

The star and the director of “Sinners” have risen in parallel since first working together over a decade ago. In a joint interview, they explain their connection.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:04:33 +0300

If You’re Boycotting Columbia, Your Priorities Are All Wrong

Where were these voices when the university was under assault from the Trump administration?

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:03:42 +0300

Making America’s Teeth Rot Again

Quick, everyone! Talk about fluoride, not measles!

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:03:36 +0300
 Sony’s Soneium taps EigenLayer to cut finality to under 10 seconds

Sony’s Soneium taps EigenLayer to cut finality to under 10 seconds

Soneium, a layer-2 (L2) blockchain network developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs, said it has slashed its blockchain finality time by over 98%, as it aims to solve one of the biggest challenges in blockchain scalability. Astar, a Japanese Web3 adoption collective bridging Astar Network and Soneium, announced a strategic partnership with AltLayer and EigenLayer to launch a “Fast Finality Layer” for Sony’s L2 blockchain. In blockchain...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:38 +0300

Europe pins trade hopes on Italy’s Meloni, its Trump whisperer

The Italian prime minister’s visit to Washington is high-stakes, risking her political capital in Europe and at home on a meeting with possible negative outcomes.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:13 +0300
 How artificial intelligence is helping scientists hunt for alien Earths

How artificial intelligence is helping scientists hunt for alien Earths

An AI algorithm designed to look for planetary systems that could host Earth-like, habitable zone planets, has found 44 candidates.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0300

The Wild Plan to Terraform Mars by Slamming Asteroids Into It

If future Mars colonizers want to survive without pressure suits, they’ll need to generate a denser atmosphere. One way to achieve this could be to bombard the Red Planet with water-rich asteroids..

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0300
Crypto Winter Appears to Have Arrived With Bitcoin, Top 50 Tokens Falling Into Bear Market Territory: Coinbase Institutional

Crypto Winter Appears to Have Arrived With Bitcoin, Top 50 Tokens Falling Into Bear Market Territory: Coinbase Institutional

Traditional metrics for bear markets may not fully capture shifts in investor sentiment and market structure in the crypto space.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:46:47 +0300
 AI is rewriting the ransomware playbook - can businesses keep up?

AI is rewriting the ransomware playbook - can businesses keep up?

AI-powered ransomware is evolving fast, making attacks more precise, scalable, and harder to detect. Are you prepared?

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:46:34 +0300
Oklahoma Kills Bitcoin Reserve Proposal in Senate Committee Vote

Oklahoma Kills Bitcoin Reserve Proposal in Senate Committee Vote

With the failure of Oklahoma’s Bitcoin reserve bill, New Hampshire, Texas, and Arizona now lead the push for state-level BTC reserves.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:39:41 +0300
Gold Soars, Tech Futures Tumble as U.S. Hits China With Higher Tariffs

Gold Soars, Tech Futures Tumble as U.S. Hits China With Higher Tariffs

Tech stock futures fell as the U.S. imposed tariffs of up to 245% on Chinese imports while gold hit a record high and Nvidia plunged on export control fallout.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:39:06 +0300

Visa-backed African unicorn Moniepoint tackles remittances. But is it late to the game?

When Visa invested in Nigerian fintech Moniepoint earlier this year, it didn’t just validate the newly minted unicorn — it signaled a bold new direction. As part of that deal, the Nigerian fintech...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:35:34 +0300
Massive Ethereum Move: Galaxy Digital Sends $40 Million To Binance In 72 Hours

Massive Ethereum Move: Galaxy Digital Sends $40 Million To Binance In 72 Hours

Galaxy Digital, the cryptocurrency investment company led by Michael Novogratz, has sent 25,000 Ethereum tokens to Binance exchange in the last three days. The huge transfer of digital assets, which amounts to more than $40 million, occurs just a short while after the company resolved a large market manipulation lawsuit. Related Reading: Crypto Goes Continental: […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:30:44 +0300
 Bitcoin trader sees gold 'blow-off top' as XAU nears new $3.3K record

Bitcoin trader sees gold 'blow-off top' as XAU nears new $3.3K record

Bitcoin (BTC) faces an uphill struggle as a safe haven in 2025 as gold fund inflows circle $80 billion. Data from Bank of America (BoA) uploaded to X by trading resource The Kobeissi Letter on April 15 confirms gold’s “best streak” since 2013. Gold beats records as Bitcoin ETFs slump As the US trade war sees investors flee to gold, Bitcoin has lost the limelight as a hedge against macroeconomic volatility.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:05:00 +0300

China tries to stoke domestic demand as tariffs hit. It won’t be easy.

A surge in exports before U.S. tariffs kicked in helped China’s economy surge to start the year — but a slowdown is expected as the trade war takes hold.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:01:11 +0300

Opera adds its Aria AI assistant to Opera Mini browser

Norway-based browser company Opera said today that it is making its AI assistant Aria available to Opera Mini users on Android. This move will help users with low-end devices and data constraints...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0300
Dogecoin Whales Accumulate, SOL Hints at Consolidation as Market Takes a Breather

Dogecoin Whales Accumulate, SOL Hints at Consolidation as Market Takes a Breather

A human and machine view of the markets today.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:51:10 +0300
Media Network crypto crashes 60% as trading halts on Coinbase

Media Network crypto crashes 60% as trading halts on Coinbase

MEDIA took a nosedive today, dropping over 60% after Coinbase officially delisted the token from all its platforms. Media Network (MEDIA) sank to as low as $1.68 on April 16, cutting its market cap from over $1 million to around…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:50:29 +0300
Oklahoma exits Bitcoin Reserve Race after taxation committee rejects HB1203 in 6–5 vote

Oklahoma exits Bitcoin Reserve Race after taxation committee rejects HB1203 in 6–5 vote

Oklahoma’s proposed Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act (HB1203) has failed to advance in the Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee, following a narrow 6–5 vote against the bill. The bill aimed to authorize the State Treasurer to invest funds from the State…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:48:50 +0300
TRUMP developers remove $4.6m from liquidity pool, raising rug pull concerns

TRUMP developers remove $4.6m from liquidity pool, raising rug pull concerns

The team behind the official TRUMP meme coin sparks rug pull concerns among traders after removing $4.6 million from its liquidity pool ahead of a $320 million token unlock. In a recent post, on-chat data analysis from LookOnChain revealed that…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:47:00 +0300
Pi Coin: A rising star in the crypto market fueled by mobile mining and a massive community

Pi Coin: A rising star in the crypto market fueled by mobile mining and a massive community

Pi coin has entered a new phase of growth and visibility following its open mainnet launch and major exchange listings, drawing attention from investors and the broader crypto community. #sponsored

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:46:05 +0300
 How trade wars impact stocks and crypto

How trade wars impact stocks and crypto

The 2025 US-China trade war On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump declared a national economic emergency and announced sweeping new import tariffs. Dubbed “Liberation Day,” the policy set a baseline 10% tariff on all foreign goods, with a massive 145% rate on products from China. The move was framed as a way to fix long-standing trade imbalances and protect national industries.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:40:00 +0300

TS Anil, CEO of Monzo, is joining our StrictlyVC London lineup

StrictlyVC, the boutique brand powered by TechCrunch and known for evening events that invite headliners into smaller rooms to connect with live audiences, is headed back to London on May 13 — and its latest speaker lineup is one of its strongest yet. Joining the stage is TS Anil, CEO of Monzo Bank, the digital […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0300
OKX re-launches in the U.S. with a new crypto exchange and self-custody wallet 

OKX re-launches in the U.S. with a new crypto exchange and self-custody wallet 

After a $500 million settlement with the Department of Justice earlier this year, OKX crypto exchange has formally resumed operations in the U.S. The relaunch was announced via press release on Apr. 15, which stated that it includes the release…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:53:03 +0300
Semler Scientific aims to raise $500m for Bitcoin, taps Coinbase for crypto-backed loans

Semler Scientific aims to raise $500m for Bitcoin, taps Coinbase for crypto-backed loans

Semler Scientific is ramping up its bitcoin strategy with a $500 million securities offering and a new loan agreement with Coinbase. Public medial device maker Semler Scientific has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:50:34 +0300

BougeRV’s electric wagon is the uphill king and downhill menace

Not to brag, but I’m somewhat of an expert in folding wagons. Huge flex, I know. But I’ve never tested one with a motor like BougeRV’s new Electric Foldable Wagon. I have a little surf shack that sits almost exactly 1km (0.6 miles) from the parking lot, where I regularly carry supplies and sports gear […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:40:45 +0300
Ethena Labs teams up with Alchemy Pay to enable fiat on-ramps for USDe and ENA

Ethena Labs teams up with Alchemy Pay to enable fiat on-ramps for USDe and ENA

Alchemy Pay has partnered with Ethena Labs to enable direct fiat purchases of USDe and ENA using regular payment methods. Alchemy Pay, a Singapore-based fiat-to-crypto payments provider, has partnered with Ethena (ENA) to enable users to buy Ethena’s synthetic stablecoin…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:39:50 +0300
Crypto fraudsters take over UK lawmaker’s X account to shill bogus Solana token

Crypto fraudsters take over UK lawmaker’s X account to shill bogus Solana token

Cryptocurrency scammers hijacked the X account of UK member of parliament Lucy Powell to hype up a scam token and dump it on unsuspecting traders. On April 15, Powell, who is the Leader of the House of Commons, appeared to…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:37:51 +0300
 AI in healthcare, five years after lockdown – a different system, and a better one

AI in healthcare, five years after lockdown – a different system, and a better one

Discover how AI is revolutionizing pandemic response, from detection and forecasting to vaccine development.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:33:34 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Port St. Lucie, Florida

Live in Port St. Lucie and need fast internet? Your providers may be limited, but your choices for fast or affordable plans are plentiful.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:14:00 +0300
 Bitcoin’s wide price range to continue, no longer a ‘long only’ bet  — Analyst

Bitcoin’s wide price range to continue, no longer a ‘long only’ bet — Analyst

Bitcoin could be heading into another extended consolidation phase, with short-term indicators suggesting a more bearish outlook, contrary to the broader crypto community’s view, according to the head of research at 10x Research. While many crypto analysts predict new Bitcoin (BTC) all-time highs by June, Markus Thielen said in an April 14 markets report that he is skeptical, pointing out that onchain data signals “more of a bear market...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:10:56 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Bradenton, Florida

Bradenton offers multi-gig fiber speeds, reliable cable service in most areas and a range of popular internet providers.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:09:00 +0300
Coinbase Urges Australia to Vote for Crypto Progress in May

Coinbase Urges Australia to Vote for Crypto Progress in May

Coinbase called on Australia to back crypto reform in the May 3 vote, warning lack of regulation is driving talent and capital offshore.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:04:19 +0300
 Chipmaker stocks slide as Nvidia faces $5.5B charge with US restrictions

Chipmaker stocks slide as Nvidia faces $5.5B charge with US restrictions

Chipmaking giants Nvidia and AMD have seen their share prices slide in after-hours trading after Nvidia said US restrictions on artificial intelligence chips to China would cause it to face major costs. Nvidia stated in an April 15 regulatory filing that it is expecting around $5.5 billion in charges associated with its AI chip inventory due to significant export restrictions imposed by the US government affecting the company’s business with...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:03:52 +0300
Cardano’s ADA Leads Majors Slide Amid Bitcoin Profit-Taking; ProShares Amends XRP ETF

Cardano’s ADA Leads Majors Slide Amid Bitcoin Profit-Taking; ProShares Amends XRP ETF

A slump in majors came as Chinese stocks in Hong Kong extended their losses to as much as 2.9% after Wednesday’s open despite the Chinese economy growing 5.4% in the first quarter.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:03:42 +0300

Hamas seeks to silence Gazans who criticize it over war with Israel

Protests last month were a bold challenge to Hamas but have now largely petered out.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:00:46 +0300
Crypto prices may stabilize in late Q2, rebound in Q3 possible: Coinbase report

Crypto prices may stabilize in late Q2, rebound in Q3 possible: Coinbase report

Coinbase has warned that crypto may be entering a new bear market, but it expects prices to find support between May and June, potentially setting up a stronger Q3. In its monthly report published on Apr. 15, Coinbase noted that…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:43:27 +0300
Crypto Comeback? Germany’s Next Ruling Party Reverses Its Stance

Crypto Comeback? Germany’s Next Ruling Party Reverses Its Stance

Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has radically altered its position on cryptocurrency from critic to advocate in the run-up to the formation of the nation’s new government. The political party, once a leader in advocating hardline regulations against digital assets, now seeks to transform Germany into a Bitcoin business hub, recent reports indicate. Related Reading: […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:30:29 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Maury, Tennessee

The small town of Maury doesn't have many service providers, but the available internet plans will suffice for most.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:29:00 +0300

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, April 16

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for April 16.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:26:37 +0300
 Brazil’s Meliuz floats to boost Bitcoin buying strategy

Brazil’s Meliuz floats to boost Bitcoin buying strategy

Brazilian fintech firm Meliuz has floated a plan to expand its Bitcoin holdings and make the cryptocurrency a strategic asset on the company’s books. Meliuz, which provides cashback and financial technology services, is taking the plan to make Bitcoin (BTC) the primary strategic asset in the firm’s treasury to shareholders in a meeting slated for May 6, according to a translated April 14 statement. The company said its core business will...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:23:56 +0300

Stocks Tumble in Asia as Tech Investors Pull Back

Nvidia, the American semiconductor giant, announced that it had been blocked by the Trump administration from selling chips to China without a license.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:23:49 +0300

Major Problem in Physics Could Be Fixed if The Whole Universe Was Spinning

Like a record, baby.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:20:31 +0300
XRP Charts 'Rising Wedge' To Signal Price Plunge: Technical Analysis

XRP Charts 'Rising Wedge' To Signal Price Plunge: Technical Analysis

The breakdown suggests the attempted recovery from the April 7 lows has likely ended.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:04:46 +0300

Weight-Loss Drugs Like Ozempic May Guard Against Dementia, Research Finds

'Highly promising.'

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:02:26 +0300

Donald Trump’s Tariffs Will Only Strengthen China’s Hand

China’s e-commerce ecosystem illustrates how Trump’s tariffs only strengthen that country’s hand.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:02:26 +0300
 China selling seized crypto to top up coffers as economy slows: Report

China selling seized crypto to top up coffers as economy slows: Report

Local governments in China are reportedly seeking ways to offload seized crypto while facing challenges due to the country’s ban on crypto trading and exchanges. The lack of rules around how authorities should handle seized crypto has spawned “inconsistent and opaque approaches” that some fear could foster corruption, lawyers told Reuters for an April 16 report. Chinese local governments are using private companies to sell seized...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:58:57 +0300

How Musk manages his growing family: WSJ

Elon Musk says it’s his duty to “make new humans.” Now, a WSJ investigation suggests he may have fathered more than the 14 children already known, with sources claiming the real number could be significantly higher. The report also describes how Musk keeps those details under wraps. At the center of it all, per the […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:55:53 +0300
Sols 4511-4512: Low energy after a big weekend?

Sols 4511-4512: Low energy after a big weekend?

Written by Lauren Edgar, Planetary Geologist at USGS Astrogeology Science Center Earth planning date: Monday, April 14, 2025 We all know the feeling: it’s Monday morning after a big weekend and you’re coming into the week wishing you’d had a little more time to rest and recharge. Well, Curiosity probably feels the same way today. […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:48:46 +0300
 Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin: ‘Privacy is freedom’

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin: ‘Privacy is freedom’

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said privacy should be a top priority for developers, warning that assumptions about transparency and good intentions in global politics are overly optimistic. In an April 14 blog post, Buterin argued that privacy is essential to maintain individual freedom and protect against the growing power of governments and corporations. He criticized the idea that increased transparency is inherently beneficial,...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:41:07 +0300
 Aztec launches StealthNote app giving privacy to corporate whistleblowers

Aztec launches StealthNote app giving privacy to corporate whistleblowers

Developers behind the Ethereum layer 2 Aztec Network have launched a whistleblowing platform called StealthNote that allows workers to vent about their employer without revealing themselves. StealthNote uses zero-knowledge proofs to prove that posts on its platform are written by someone with access to an email address of the company that they’re reviewing. Aztec Labs developer Saleel Pichen wrote in an April 14 X post that StealthNote creates...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:30:16 +0300
Sols 4509-4510: A weekend of long drives

Sols 4509-4510: A weekend of long drives

Written by Abigail Fraeman, Planetary Geologist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory Earth planning date: Friday, April 11, 2025 Curiosity is continuing to book it to the potential boxwork structures. The rover drove over 50 meters on Wednesday, and we plan to drive more than 50 meters again in today’s plan thanks to an unusually good […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:26:58 +0300
Mantra CEO offers to burn his team token allocation as OM remains 88% down from weekly high

Mantra CEO offers to burn his team token allocation as OM remains 88% down from weekly high

JP Mullin, CEO of Mantra, said he plans to burn his entire 772,000 OM token allocation in response to criticism over the project’s recent collapse and insider activity allegations. His statement follows an intense three days of scrutiny after the…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:02:37 +0300

Trump’s 10% Tariff May Be Less Onerous but Still Raises Prices and Threatens Trade

The blanket tariffs, once considered extreme, still threaten to harm world trade and make everything more expensive for businesses and consumers.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:00:05 +0300
Securitize acquires MG Stover’s fund services unit, becoming the largest digital asset fund administrator

Securitize acquires MG Stover’s fund services unit, becoming the largest digital asset fund administrator

Securitize has acquired MG Stover’s fund administration business, making it the world’s largest digital asset fund administrator. The news was announced in an Apr. 15 press release, in which Securitize said its subsidiary, Securitize Fund Services, will now oversee $38…

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:52:13 +0300
 Semler Scientific reports $42M paper loss on Bitcoin, floats $500M stock sale

Semler Scientific reports $42M paper loss on Bitcoin, floats $500M stock sale

Healthcare technology firm Semler Scientific has reported paper losses on its Bitcoin holdings over the first quarter of this year as the cryptocurrency saw a heavy correction. The firm reported a preliminary unrealized loss from the change in fair value of Bitcoin holdings of approximately $41.8 million since Dec. 31, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 15.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:50:31 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Madison, Wisconsin

Your internet options can vary wildly depending on your exact address, but no matter where in Madison you live, there's at least one decent ISP you can rely on.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:49:00 +0300

2 U.S. Soldiers Killed in Vehicle Accident Near Mexico Border

Another soldier was seriously wounded, the military said. The cause of the accident is under investigation.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:42:50 +0300
 Bitcoin bulls ‘coming back’ as key metric on Binance flips to neutral

Bitcoin bulls ‘coming back’ as key metric on Binance flips to neutral

Bullish sentiment could be returning to Bitcoin as a key metric from Binance, the largest crypto exchange by trading volume, shows that buyers are starting to dominate the platform’s volumes. The Binance Taker Buy Sell Ratio, which calculates the ratio of buyers to sellers of Bitcoin (BTC) in Binance, “has returned to neutral territory,” CryptoQuant contributor DarkFost said in an April 15 note. Bitcoin bullish momentum is “picking up again”...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:38:28 +0300
OpenAI Plans to Build X-Like Social Platform Amid Ongoing Rift With Musk: Report

OpenAI Plans to Build X-Like Social Platform Amid Ongoing Rift With Musk: Report

Altman’s startup is reportedly testing an X-style app, as legal and business clashes with Elon Musk escalate.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:35:00 +0300
 UK lawmaker’s X account hacked to boost scam ‘House of Commons Coin’

UK lawmaker’s X account hacked to boost scam ‘House of Commons Coin’

The X account of UK Member of Parliament and Leader of the House of Commons, Lucy Powell, was hacked to promote a scam crypto token. In a series of now-deleted posts on April 15, Powell’s X account shared links to a token called the House of Commons Coin (HOC), describing it as “a community driven digital currency.” Source: Daniel Green A member of Powell’s staff confirmed to the BBC that the account had been hacked and that “steps were taken...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:30:52 +0300

A 5-Minute Workout Each Day Can Still Make a Huge Health Difference

Set the timer.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:18:50 +0300
 Noble’s New ‘AppLayer’ Lets Developers Build Stablecoin Tools on Celestia

Noble’s New ‘AppLayer’ Lets Developers Build Stablecoin Tools on Celestia

The aim of Noble’s AppLayer is to let developers build new financial tools and apps with high throughput of stablecoins and reliable stablecoin infrastructure.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0300
OKX to Expand to the US, Establish Regional HQ in California

OKX to Expand to the US, Establish Regional HQ in California

In February, the Seychelles-based exchange paid the DOJ $500 million to settle charges it had operated in the U.S. without a money transmitter license.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:55:52 +0300
Bitcoin Market Risk Stays High Despite Recent Drop – Correction Or Warning Sign?

Bitcoin Market Risk Stays High Despite Recent Drop – Correction Or Warning Sign?

Bitcoin is facing a critical test as global markets remain volatile and macroeconomic tensions escalate. After weeks of price swings and uncertainty, BTC is trading above the $85,000 level — a psychological and technical threshold that bulls have managed to defend. Momentum appears to be building, but the real test lies ahead: reclaiming the $90,000 […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:30:33 +0300

Grok gains a canvas-like tool for creating docs and apps

Grok, the chatbot from Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, has gained a canvas-like feature for editing and creating documents and basic apps. Called Grok Studio, the feature was announced on X late Tuesday. It’s available for both free and paying Grok users on Grok.com “Grok can now generate documents, code, reports, and browser games,” wrote […]

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:30:28 +0300
 Strive targets Intuit for Bitcoin buys after orange-pilling GameStop

Strive targets Intuit for Bitcoin buys after orange-pilling GameStop

Fresh from successfully convincing game retailer GameStop to add Bitcoin to its balance sheet, Strive Asset Management CEO Matt Cole has now set his sights on fintech firm Intuit to do the same. Cole said in an April 14 open letter to Intuit CEO Sasan Goodarzi that Intuit’s growth is admirable, but Bitcoin (BTC) is the best way to ensure the company’s long-term success and hedge against any potential disruption caused by artificial...

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:25:53 +0300

A Chatbot Has Passed a Critical Test For Human-Like Intelligence. Now What?

The imitation game continues.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:23:27 +0300

'Daredevil: Born Again' Season Finale: Ending and Post-Credits Scene Explained

Season 1 had winners and losers, but we hope you stuck around after the credits.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:15:03 +0300

2 Protesters at Marjorie Taylor Greene Town Hall Are Subdued With Stun Guns

Three people, including the two who were subdued with stun guns, were arrested.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:13:12 +0300
Semler Scientific Files $500M Offering, Targets Bitcoin Buys Amid DOJ Settlement

Semler Scientific Files $500M Offering, Targets Bitcoin Buys Amid DOJ Settlement

The healthcare tech firm wants to raise capital to fund its operations and buy more Bitcoin, though a definitive amount was not disclosed.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:12:40 +0300

Why Harvard Decided to Fight Trump

The Trump administration will freeze over $2 billion in federal funds because Harvard refused to comply with a list of demands. Harvard leaders believed saying no was worth the risk.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:03:49 +0300
Vivago's HiDream Image Generator Beats Major Players, Makes Open-Source AI Great Again

Vivago's HiDream Image Generator Beats Major Players, Makes Open-Source AI Great Again

Vivago’s little-known AI model beats Stable Diffusion, ranks just behind ChatGPT and ByteDance’s Mogao in blind tests. So, how did it do?

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 02:27:37 +0300
Bitcoin Miners Are Selling More BTC to Make Ends Meet: CryptoQuant

Bitcoin Miners Are Selling More BTC to Make Ends Meet: CryptoQuant

Bitcoin miners are dumping more coins to keep their heads above water, said CryptoQuant, citing the depressed price and growing difficulty.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 02:13:54 +0300
4chan Breach Exposes Internal Chaos, Data in Major Hack by Rival Soyjak Party

4chan Breach Exposes Internal Chaos, Data in Major Hack by Rival Soyjak Party

A massive breach revealed 4chan's source code, emails, and internal strife, as the controversial imageboard faces a new kind of chaos.

Published: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 01:51:23 +0300

I've used Canva for years but it turns out Adobe Express is cheaper, just as good - and free to try

Where has Adobe Express been all my Canva-using life?

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 22:43:00 +0300

Forget ChatGPT: This tiny voice recorder is my new favorite AI assistant. Here's why

Mobvoi's new TicNote voice recorder captures accurate audio and then uses AI to create fantastic summaries, research, mindmaps, and more.

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 22:11:00 +0300
NASA Aims to Fly First Quantum Sensor for Gravity Measurements

NASA Aims to Fly First Quantum Sensor for Gravity Measurements

Researchers from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California, private companies, and academic institutions are developing the first space-based quantum sensor for measuring gravity. Supported by NASA’s Earth Science Technology Office (ESTO), this mission will mark a first for quantum sensing and will pave the way for groundbreaking observations of everything from petroleum reserves to […]

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:51:31 +0300

I tried the new Gemini button in Google Photos - and classic search is officially history

The new Gemini integration is seriously impressive. Here's what it can do.

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:35:02 +0300

Google's Veo 2 AI text-to-video generator is now available - how to try it

This alternative to Sora is finally live in Gemini, and it's the same price.

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300
Testing NASA’s IMAP (Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe)

Testing NASA’s IMAP (Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe)

NASA’s IMAP (Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe) is loaded into the X-ray and Cryogenic Facility (XRCF) thermal vacuum chamber at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, in this photo from March 20, 2025. There, the spacecraft will undergo testing such as dramatic temperature changes to simulate the harsh environment of space. The IMAP […]

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:07:26 +0300

Notion Mail offers AI perks - but skips a few crucial Notion features

If you're already using Notion, their new email tool might seem like a no-brainer, until you realize what it doesn't do.

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:36:14 +0300
Experience the Launch of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 Mission

Experience the Launch of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 Mission

Digital content creators are invited to register to attend the launch of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 mission to carry astronauts to the International Space Station for a science expedition as part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program. This will be the 15th time a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft launched by a Falcon 9 rocket takes crews to the […]

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:31:16 +0300

My 5 favorite AI apps on Android right now - and how I use them

Sure, Android ships with a default AI, but you have several smart alternatives - and they're all free.

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:30:15 +0300

The latest KB5055612 for Windows 10 22H2 brings huge stability to the OS

Microsoft has released Windows 10 Build 19045.5794 to the Release Preview Channel, bringing key improvements and security updates for users running Windows 10, version 22H2. This update, KB5055612, focuses on refining system stability and addressing security vulnerabilities. A case-sensitive issue in GPU paravirtualization within Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2) has been resolved, ensuring better […]

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:23:58 +0300

The new KB5055615 for Windows 11 Beta Channel brings huge improvements for the 23H2 version

Microsoft has unveiled Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5235, bringing new improvements and fixes for Beta Channel users. This update, KB5055615, is available for Windows Insiders running Windows 11, version 23H2. The latest build introduces several refinements, including a darker border that enhances the Visibility of keyboard focus in the Open and Save dialog navigation […]

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:42:26 +0300

Microsoft Edge wants to open websites based on your browsing history at Startup—Here’s how to disable It

Microsoft is experimenting with a new feature in the Edge Canary version, which uses your browsing history to open websites when the browser launches. The feature is tied to a setting called “Site Suggestions,” which is turned on by default under “Search and Connected Experiences”. Using a product for free often comes at the expense […]

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 09:41:33 +0300

The latest Edge Dev 136 makes extensions easier to reach

Microsoft has rolled out a new update for its Edge Dev Channel, bringing version 136.0.3240.8 to users. This latest release focuses on resolving various issues across different platforms, enhancing stability and usability. The update introduces several notable fixes, including a new way to access extensions in the browser. More specifically, Microsoft is adding an ‘Extensions’ […]

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 08:36:45 +0300

How I used this AI tool to build an app with just one prompt - and you can too

It's exciting, it's limited, and it might be a peek into the future of no-code development.

Published: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:41:00 +0300

It's a private cloud revival: Why Kubernetes and cloud-native tech are essential in the AI age

I went to KubeCon London thinking it had peaked, but I was so wrong. Here's why.

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 23:37:00 +0300

Google is talking to dolphins using Pixel phones and AI - and the video is delightful

How Pixel phones are helping researchers decipher dolphin communication.

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:58:00 +0300

GPT-4.1 is here, but not for everyone. Here's who can try the new models

OpenAI just launched a new family of models. Meet GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 mini, and GPT-4.1 nano.

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300

Microsoft Edge 136 revamps many of the browser’s sections

Microsoft has released Edge 136 Beta, introducing many improvements to enhance user experience and security. Version 136.0.3240.8 is now available for testing in the Beta Channel ahead of its Stable Channel release, and its users should be aware, as it is a big patch. The “Settings and more” menu now features a badge alert for […]

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 18:56:27 +0300

OpenAI used to test its AI models for months - now it's days. Why that matters

The change is meant to speed things up, but some staff are calling it 'a recipe for disaster.'

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 16:22:00 +0300

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Says JD Vance Is ‘Somehow Justifying’ Putin’s War In Ukraine

The Ukrainian president called on Donald Trump to visit his country before engaging in any further negotiations to end the conflict.

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 14:41:25 +0300

China's Xi Jinping Warns There Are 'No Winners' In A Tariff War As He Visits Southeast Asia

Although Trump has paused some tariffs, Beijing was the outlier, as he has kept in place 145% tariffs on the world's second-largest economy.

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:58:37 +0300

Microsoft will add the Calendar Flyout Clock to Windows 11’s Notification Center

Microsoft is reintroducing the calendar flyout clock feature in the notification center to address a long-standing request from Windows 11 users. This update, currently available in the latest Windows 11 preview builds, allows users to display the time alongside the calendar in the notification center. The feature had been a staple in Windows 10 but […]

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:57:34 +0300

KB5055617 enhances Windows 11’s Narrator to generate detailed descriptions of images, charts, and graphs

Microsoft has released the KB5055617 build to the Dev Channel for Windows Insiders using Windows 11, version 24H2. It brings huge changes to the Narrator platform, which is now enhanced with AI capabilities for improved performance. For example, the Narrator now provides detailed descriptions of images, charts, and graphs, enhancing digital accessibility for blind and […]

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:37:43 +0300

With the latest KB5055613, Windows enhances Widgets with AI capabilities, allowing them to display videos

Microsoft released KB5055613 to the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build channel, and with it, the Redmond-based tech giant introduced several innovative features aimed at enhancing user experience and accessibility: First things first, thanks to the new AI-powered widgets, you’ll be able to watch videos in Windows 11 widgets. The Widgets interface has been updated to […]

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:53:52 +0300

Peruvian Author Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel Literature Laureate, Dies At 89

Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel literature laureate and a giant of Latin American letters for many decades, has died, his son said Sunday.

Published: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:27:00 +0300

Russian Missiles Hit Ukrainian City Of Sumy During Palm Sunday Celebrations, Killing More Than 30

Two ballistic missiles struck the heart of the city at around 10:15 a.m. as people gathered to celebrate Palm Sunday, according to officials.

Published: Sun, 13 Apr 2025 16:45:11 +0300

Israel Intensifies Strikes Across Gaza On Palm Sunday And Hits A Hospital In The North

The predawn strike on Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza City was the latest of several attacks on northern Gaza's last major hospital providing critical health care.

Published: Sun, 13 Apr 2025 16:33:19 +0300

I paid $20 for an AI marketing agent - and here's what it got me

Think AI agents are a shortcut? Here's where the real magic comes from.

Published: Sat, 12 Apr 2025 14:00:20 +0300

Microsoft Access introduces magnification slider for enhanced usability

Microsoft has announced a significant accessibility enhancement for its database management tool, Microsoft Access: a new magnification slider. This slider allows users to gain greater control over their viewing experience, enhancing productivity and precision. Announced in a recent entry to Microsoft Roadmap 365, the magnification slider will allow users to zoom in and out from […]

Published: Fri, 11 Apr 2025 17:12:41 +0300