Cosmic Meta News Archive - 30-04-2025

Bitcoin Covenants: OP_VAULT (BIP 345)

Bitcoin Covenants: OP_VAULT (BIP 345)

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Covenants: OP_VAULT (BIP 345) The fourth article in the Covenant series, examining the OP_VAULT proposal from James O'Beirne and Greg Sanders. This post Bitcoin Covenants:...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:48:40 +0300

The BBC deepfaked Agatha Christie to teach a writing course

BBC Studios is using AI to recreate the voice and likeness of late detective story author Agatha Christie for the purpose of featuring it in digital classes that teaches prospective writers “how to...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:41:05 +0300
Trump blames Biden as markets weaken on GDP and tariff turmoil

Trump blames Biden as markets weaken on GDP and tariff turmoil

U.S. stocks closed mixed on Wednesday, wrapping up a turbulent April marked by economic contraction and trade policy uncertainty. The S&P 500 rose 0.15%, the Nasdaq Composite lost .086%, and the Dow...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:34:49 +0300
Crypto Rebounds From Early Declines Alongside Reversal in U.S. Stocks

Crypto Rebounds From Early Declines Alongside Reversal in U.S. Stocks

The major U.S. stock market averages tumbled about 2% to begin Wednesday following underwhelming economic data..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:34:46 +0300
$800m Bitcoin lost in trash becomes star of new docuseries

$800m Bitcoin lost in trash becomes star of new docuseries

A discarded hard drive, a billion-dollar Bitcoin wallet, and a trash-strewn landfill in Wales are now the foundation for a high-stakes docuseries. Entertainment company LEBUL announced this week that...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:34:32 +0300
Elderly American identified as victim in $330m Bitcoin theft: ZachXBT

Elderly American identified as victim in $330m Bitcoin theft: ZachXBT

An elderly American has been identified as the victim of a $330.7 million Bitcoin theft—one of the largest crypto heists on record—according to blockchain investigator ZachXBT. The attack, which...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:33:54 +0300
Amazon's best TV just got some nice free upgrades

Amazon's best TV just got some nice free upgrades

Amazon has upgraded its flagship Fire TV Omni with Mini-LED with Interactive Art and Dual-Audio..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:30:00 +0300

A.I. Can Trick You, Warns Book That Hid A.I.’s Help Writing It

People were deceived. Accusations of dishonesty and even illegality flew. But the man behind the book defends it, calling it not a prank but a “philosophical experiment.”.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:29:42 +0300

Here are our favorite deals from Amazon’s annual gaming sale

Amazon’s annual Gaming Week celebration kicked off on Monday, April 28th, and will run through Sunday, May 4th. Whether you’re looking for a new headset, an internal SSD, or other gaming essentials,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:28:39 +0300
Bitcoin ‘aging’ chart projects sixfold BTC price rally above $350K

Bitcoin ‘aging’ chart projects sixfold BTC price rally above $350K

Key takeaways: Bitcoin’s price increased by sixfold each time its age increased by 40%. If the pattern holds, Bitcoin could rally to $351,046 in 2025. New data highlights a historical pattern that...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:18:37 +0300

Microsoft reports strong cloud growth in Q3 earnings

Microsoft just posted the third quarter of its 2025 fiscal financial results. The software maker made $70.1 billion in revenue and a net income of $25.8 billion during Q3. Revenue is up 13 percent,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:17:48 +0300

Google Play shrinks by 47 percent following policy overhaul

The Google Play Store, the largest marketplace for Android apps, has shrunk dramatically over the past year. Since early 2024, its app count has dropped from 3.4 million to 1.8 million – a 47 percent...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:17:00 +0300
Robinhood Tops Q1 Earnings Estimates, Boosts Buyback Authorization by $500M

Robinhood Tops Q1 Earnings Estimates, Boosts Buyback Authorization by $500M

The trading platform’s results could give an indication for Coinbase’s earnings on May 8..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:16:55 +0300

Decades of trust-building in Vietnam, coming undone by Trump

Fifty years ago today, the Vietnam War ended, starting a long journey toward peace and reconciliation between the two countries. Now that progress and U.S.-Vietnam relations are faltering under...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:16:19 +0300

The TikTok ban is back in court — in Meta’s antitrust trial

TikTok is back in a Washington, DC courthouse discussing the US law that - at least on paper - effectively banned the app. But this time, it's serving as a witness for the government, not fighting...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:13:38 +0300
Coinbase to Supreme Court: IRS crypto dragnet was unconstitutional

Coinbase to Supreme Court: IRS crypto dragnet was unconstitutional

Coinbase has made an official statement in the landmark Supreme Court case, which challenges IRS's powers to demand crypto-related data..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:12:58 +0300
Galaxy Digital Plans to Offer Shares on Nasdaq Global Select Market

Galaxy Digital Plans to Offer Shares on Nasdaq Global Select Market

The listing, which will tentatively go live on May 16, could increase Galaxy Digital’s access to capital from U.S. investors..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:10:02 +0300

New Google Labs experiments help you learn new languages in 'bite-sized' lessons

Available through Google Labs, the new tools use AI to provide language lessons to help you in real-life situations..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:04:40 +0300

Pinterest launches new tools to fight AI slop

Pinterest says it’s finally going to do something about the AI slop that’s taken over its platform. After an increasing volume of complaints, the social networking and image pinboarding site announced...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:04:19 +0300

Amazon updates Q Business to let companies build public-facing chatbots

Amazon wants companies to build public-facing chatbots using its Q Business assistant. On Wednesday, the company announced that Q Business, its AWS-hosted AI assistant that can answer questions,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:00:04 +0300
Cyclones on Jupiter and a moon with flowing magma: NASA Juno probe's latest discoveries are awesome

Cyclones on Jupiter and a moon with flowing magma: NASA Juno probe's latest discoveries are awesome

NASA's mission to Jupiter has revealed new findings about the giant planet and its volcanic moon..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +0300
Google is working on a Gemini AI app for kids

Google is working on a Gemini AI app for kids

Google is working on a kid-friendly version of its Gemini AI assistant..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +0300
Tether plans US stablecoin launch as soon as this year — CNBC

Tether plans US stablecoin launch as soon as this year — CNBC

Tether plans to launch a stablecoin product in the United States as soon as this year, the stablecoin issuer’s CEO, Paul Ardoino, said in an April 30 CNBC interview. Tether’s flagship stablecoin, USDT...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:55:00 +0300
NASA, International Astronauts to Connect with Students in Texas

NASA, International Astronauts to Connect with Students in Texas

NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers and JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Takuya Onishi will answer prerecorded questions about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics from...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:49:06 +0300

Nintendo limits a game-sharing loophole as it introduces Virtual Game Cards

The Nintendo Switch just got a new update that adds Virtual Game Cards as a way to share digital games with other people. But the update also closes a loophole that would let you play shared games...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:44:51 +0300

I Bought Only Essentials for a Month. What I Learned Surprised Me

The no-buy challenge didn't just save me some cash. It changed my whole money mindset..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:40:00 +0300
Why SUI may pull back before the next bullish expansion

Why SUI may pull back before the next bullish expansion

After a sharp 75% rally, SUI is now showing signs of exhaustion as it approaches a key resistance area. Although the trend remains bullish, technical indicators suggest a healthy pause may be on the...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:35:11 +0300

DOGE Put a College Student in Charge of Using AI to Rewrite Regulations

A DOGE operative has been tasked with using AI to propose rewrites to the Department of Housing and Urban Development's regulations—an effort sources are told will roll out across government..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:34:24 +0300
VC Roundup: Funding surge targets confidentiality, tokenization and Web3 infrastructure

VC Roundup: Funding surge targets confidentiality, tokenization and Web3 infrastructure

After months of volatility and extreme fear, crypto markets turned a positive corner in the second half of April, highlighting the industry’s big sentiment shift. For venture capital, it was business...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:30:00 +0300
¿Qué es una caminata espacial? (Grados 5.o a 8.o)

¿Qué es una caminata espacial? (Grados 5.o a 8.o)

Este artículo es para estudiantes de 5.o a 8.o grado. Cada vez que un astronauta sale de un vehículo espacial, se dice que hace una actividad extravehicular (EVA, por sus siglas en inglés). A esto...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:29:38 +0300
Ubisoft, LayerZero Launch Network for Cross-Chain Gaming Assets

Ubisoft, LayerZero Launch Network for Cross-Chain Gaming Assets

Assassin’s Creed maker Ubisoft is building games on multiple chains, and the Decentralized Verification Network can help unify them..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:24:52 +0300

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Selling Out in Stores as Devs Pledge More Physical Stock

The eccentrically titled RPG is a hit with gamers and critics, meaning physical copies are flying out of stores..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:24:41 +0300
Visa and Baanx Launch USDC Stablecoin Payment Cards

Visa and Baanx Launch USDC Stablecoin Payment Cards

The Visa cards enable holders to spend USDC directly from their crypto wallets, using smart contracts to move a stablecoin balance..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:14:19 +0300
Visa and Bridge partner to make stablecoins accessible for everyday purchases

Visa and Bridge partner to make stablecoins accessible for everyday purchases

Visa and Bridge are partnering to launch stablecoin-linked Visa cards for seamless crypto-backed payments Visa and Stripe-owned stablecoin platform Bridge have announced plans to launch...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:12:50 +0300

Reboot-free hot patching coming to non-cloud instances of Windows Server

Microsoft says hot patching works by modifying the code of active processes in memory, avoiding the need to restart them. The service, which entered preview in 2024, will become generally available...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:12:00 +0300
Ripple Made $4-5 Billion Offer to Acquire USDC Stablecoin Issuer Circle: Bloomberg

Ripple Made $4-5 Billion Offer to Acquire USDC Stablecoin Issuer Circle: Bloomberg

Crypto payments firm Ripple made an offer to acquire USDC issuer Circle but was rebuffed, according to Bloomberg..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:10:38 +0300

AI Code Hallucinations Increase the Risk of ‘Package Confusion’ Attacks

A new study found that code generated by AI is more likely to contain made-up information that can be used to trick software into interacting with malicious code..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:08:33 +0300
Ripple’s $4 – $5b offer to acquire Circle is too low: Bloomberg

Ripple’s $4 – $5b offer to acquire Circle is too low: Bloomberg

Ripple proposed an acquisition of stablecoin rival Circle Internet Group Inc. for $4 billion to $5 billion. Circle rejected the offer for being too low, according to Bloomberg.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:05:28 +0300
KuCoin launches $2b ‘Trust Project’ to boost platform integrity

KuCoin launches $2b ‘Trust Project’ to boost platform integrity

KuCoin is investing $2 billion to boost user trust in the centralized exchange..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:04:15 +0300
Ethereum Pectra upgrade goes live next week — Will ETH price rally?

Ethereum Pectra upgrade goes live next week — Will ETH price rally?

Key takeaways: ETH price has underperformed its peers during the current bull market, but gas sponsorship could lure developers and traders back to the network. Ethereum’s upcoming Pectra upgrade...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:01:52 +0300
Petzl Tikka Core headlamp review

Petzl Tikka Core headlamp review

A reliable, no-nonsense, hybrid-powered headlamp from one of the best technical brands in the business..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:00:00 +0300
A thousand stars are fleeing home in a hurry, and scientists don't know why

A thousand stars are fleeing home in a hurry, and scientists don't know why

Data from Europe's Gaia spacecraft have revealed that a cluster of 1,000 stars is breaking up much faster than is normal, stumping astronomers..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:00:00 +0300
Ripple $4B-$5B bid to purchase Circle rejected — Report

Ripple $4B-$5B bid to purchase Circle rejected — Report

Blockchain payments firm Ripple has reportedly bid up to $5 billion in an effort to acquire stablecoin issuer Circle, but the offer was rejected. According to an April 30 Bloomberg report, Ripple put...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:57:08 +0300

Budget Cameras Showdown: iPhone 16E vs. Pixel 9A

After testing the cameras in these two popular models, I was genuinely surprised by the results..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:53:00 +0300

At Least 4 Die in Pennsylvania as Storm Leaves 400,000 Without Power

The storm system brought destructive winds to the state, knocking down trees and power lines..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:50:37 +0300

4 Million SSNs May Have Been Leaked in Employee Benefits Company Breach. Are You One of Them?

These are steps you should take if your data was compromised in the VeriSource Services breach..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:46:33 +0300

YouTube is testing blurred thumbnails for ‘mature content’

YouTube has announced a new experimental feature that’s “aimed at providing safer search experiences for all users.” The service will begin blurring the thumbnails in search results for some queries...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:45:41 +0300

Rivian’s reportedly sitting on a stockpile of tariff-free batteries

Rivian built up a stockpile of batteries for its trucks, SUVs, and commercial vans before and after the election of Donald Trump, a strategy used to soften the blow of the president’s tariffs,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:45:37 +0300
NASA Completes Kuiper Deconstruction, Plans for Display

NASA Completes Kuiper Deconstruction, Plans for Display

The planned deconstruction, disposal, and preservation of historic parts of NASA’s decommissioned Kuiper Airborne Observatory is complete. Part of the airborne astronomy legacy of NASA’s Ames Research...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:44:36 +0300
Story of Man Who Lost $750 Million Worth of Bitcoin in Landfill Headed to Hollywood

Story of Man Who Lost $750 Million Worth of Bitcoin in Landfill Headed to Hollywood

An L.A. production company will tell the story of James Howells, who believes his hard drive with $750 million in Bitcoin is buried in a landfill..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:42:42 +0300
Crypto Losses of $1.7 Billion Already Surpass Total 2024 Mark: Immunefi

Crypto Losses of $1.7 Billion Already Surpass Total 2024 Mark: Immunefi

The year-to-date total is four times greater than the $420 million lost over the same period a year ago..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:42:31 +0300
Here’s why investors are flocking to Lightchain AI’s presale

Here’s why investors are flocking to Lightchain AI’s presale

Lightchain AI presale heats up with $19.6m raised and tokens at $0.007125, drawing investors with real utility and growth. #pressrelease.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:40:33 +0300
The Protocol: Inside Movement’s Token-Dump Scandal

The Protocol: Inside Movement’s Token-Dump Scandal

Also: ETH Gas Limit Ceiling Proposal, Bitcoin Data Limits Debate, and Base Becomes a Stage 1 Rollup.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:38:30 +0300
Ripple Offered $4B-$5B for Stablecoin Issuer Circle: Bloomberg

Ripple Offered $4B-$5B for Stablecoin Issuer Circle: Bloomberg

The offer was rejected as too low, according to the story..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:38:09 +0300
Why are Bitcoin and altcoins like XRP, Pepe, VeChain going down?

Why are Bitcoin and altcoins like XRP, Pepe, VeChain going down?

Bitcoin, altcoins, and the stock market are down on Wednesday after a series of weak economic data from the United States. Bitcoin (BTC) price dropped below $94,000, much lower than this month’s high...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:35:38 +0300
New Horizons' new map of the galaxy | Space photo of the day for April 30, 2025

New Horizons' new map of the galaxy | Space photo of the day for April 30, 2025

This spectrograph map, generated from data collected by NASA's New Horizons probe, depicts the relatively uniform brightness of the ultraviolet "Lyman-alpha" background surrounding our Sun and its...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:30:00 +0300
Price predictions 4/30: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, SUI, LINK, AVAX

Price predictions 4/30: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, SUI, LINK, AVAX

Key points: Bitcoin’s 7-day volatility is the lowest in 563 days, signaling an impending range expansion. Bitcoin’s breakout above $95,000 could swiftly take it to $100,000 and above. Although the...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:30:00 +0300

If you own Ray-Ban Meta glasses, you should double-check your privacy settings

Meta has updated the privacy policy for its AI glasses, Ray-Ban Meta, giving the tech giant more power over what data it can store and use to train its AI models. The company emailed Ray-Ban Meta...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:29:12 +0300
Global demand grows for non-dollar stablecoins, says Fireblocks exec

Global demand grows for non-dollar stablecoins, says Fireblocks exec

Governments outside the US, including Singapore, are increasingly interested in stablecoins not tied to the US dollar, despite their currently limited liquidity, Fireblocks director of policy Dea...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:29:04 +0300
Sanctioned Russian Exchange Garantex Suspected of Rebrand as Grinex

Sanctioned Russian Exchange Garantex Suspected of Rebrand as Grinex

TRM Labs told Decrypt that “Garantex has a unique on-chain fingerprint and Grinex uses this same fingerprint.”.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:22:29 +0300

Waymo Is in a Growing Number of Cities. Here's What to Know About the Robotaxi Service

The self-driving company keeps adding locations to its roster. Here's where you can hail a ride now — and where these futuristic vehicles will be arriving soon..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:20:23 +0300
YouTube just got a big TV app upgrade – here are 9 new time-saving improvements

YouTube just got a big TV app upgrade – here are 9 new time-saving improvements

YouTube is rolling out a new "quarterly update" for its app on smart TVs and games consoles – and it mostly looks like a usability improvement..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:15:00 +0300

As N.J. Transit Strike Looms, Riders Are Warned to Prepare for ‘Chaos’

Tens of thousands of New Jersey commuters are being told that they may need to work from home if train engineers go on strike..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:13:21 +0300

Duolingo said it just doubled its language courses thanks to AI

Duolingo is “more than doubling” the number of courses it has available, a feat it says was only possible because it used generative AI to help create them in “less than a year.” The company said...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:13:18 +0300
XRP poised for another 500% surge as bullish pattern reappears, RTX, XLM may follow

XRP poised for another 500% surge as bullish pattern reappears, RTX, XLM may follow

XRP and XLM lead 2025’s crypto rebound, but new ISO 20022 token Remittix may outshine them in cross-border payments. #partnercontent

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:12:12 +0300

Kia reveals pricing for its first electric PV5 van with UK preorders

Kia is opening up preorders in the UK for its PV5 Passenger electric van at a starting price of £32,995, or about $44,000 with a standard range battery. Kia says preorders will open up tomorrow, May...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:10:29 +0300

Wildfires in Israel Force Towns Near Jerusalem to Evacuate

The fires interrupted memorial day ceremonies, and Israel’s top firefighter called the blazes “one of the toughest events” he has faced..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:07:11 +0300

This handy AI voice recorder has changed the way I work - here's how

Plaud Note offers a better way of recording voice notes, and optional subscription extends its very handy transcription and summarization capabilities..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:07:07 +0300
Bitcoin price now depends on stablecoins more than retail demand, says MEXC COO

Bitcoin price now depends on stablecoins more than retail demand, says MEXC COO

Growing stablecoin demand in volatile markets presents important implications for Bitcoin, potentially driving its price up..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:07:06 +0300

Google’s Play Store lost nearly half its apps

The Google Play Store shed 1.8 million apps since the beginning of last year, according to an analysis from Appfigures and reported earlier by TechCrunch. That makes up around 47 percent of the 3.4...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:05:24 +0300

Blizzard and Nexon working on new StarCraft game and a mobile version of Overwatch

Blizzard is reportedly collaborating with Nexon on the next installment in the StarCraft franchise and a mobile edition of Overwatch. According to South Korean news channel MTN, Blizzard has given...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:02:00 +0300

Apple notifies new victims of spyware attacks across the world

Two alleged victims came forward claiming they received a spyware notification from Apple..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:01:17 +0300

PlayStation Plus Subscribers Can Play One of 2024's Best Games in May

Subscribers can also blast some pixelated enemies in this Warhammer 40K game..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:24 +0300

Visa preps AI-ready credit cards for automated shopping transactions

Imagine AI agents finding and ordering products for you. With today's Visa announcement, that future just got a little closer..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:18 +0300
NASA is looking to privatize astronaut rescue services

NASA is looking to privatize astronaut rescue services

NASA is asking private industry and academia for ideas for new rescue services for its astronauts on Earth in the event of emergencies..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0300
SK Telecom offers free SIM cards to customers after data breach

SK Telecom offers free SIM cards to customers after data breach

Some 25 million people are eligible for a replacement SIM card but most will have to wait a bit longer..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0300
First Slate Auto and now Isuzu – why electric pick-up trucks could be the next big EV battleground

First Slate Auto and now Isuzu – why electric pick-up trucks could be the next big EV battleground

Demand for electrified commercial vehicles is picking up, as Isuzu becomes the latest of many to announce electrified workhorses for next year..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0300

3 Ways to Get Your Student Loans in Good Standing Before Paycheck Garnishment Starts

Avoid waiting to get your loans out of default if you are behind on payments..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0300
The axolotl is endangered in the wild. A discovery offers hope

The axolotl is endangered in the wild. A discovery offers hope

Introducing captive-bred axolotls to restored and artificial wetlands may be a promising option for the popular pet amphibian..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0300
Bitcoin selling at $95K is ‘profit-taking pressure test’ but BTC whales are still buying

Bitcoin selling at $95K is ‘profit-taking pressure test’ but BTC whales are still buying

Key Takeaways: US GDP shrank -0.3% in Q1, far below +0.3% forecasts, sparking recession fears. Bitcoin faces selling pressure with its spot volume delta dropping $300 million in 3 days. Whales are...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:51:37 +0300

Student Loan Wage Garnishment Efforts Restart in 4 Days. What to Do if You're Worried

If your loans are in default, you can take steps to voluntarily enter repayment or your paycheck may be docked up to 15%..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:49:11 +0300
US Recession 'Turning Into a Tailwind' for Bitcoin: Bitwise Analyst

US Recession 'Turning Into a Tailwind' for Bitcoin: Bitwise Analyst

Bitcoin will benefit from a U.S. recession if the Federal Reserve slashes borrowing costs and the greenback weakens, André Dragosch said..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:48:32 +0300
Bio-Computing to Brain Chips: The Wildest Innovations You Haven’t Heard Of

Bio-Computing to Brain Chips: The Wildest Innovations You Haven’t Heard Of

While the world is busy chasing faster silicon chips and smarter AI models, a quiet....

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:46:54 +0300
Polkadot price could surge as development activity soars

Polkadot price could surge as development activity soars

Polkadot price continued to consolidate at a crucial support level, pointing to a potential strong rebound as development activity rises. Polkadot (DOT) token was trading at $4, a few points above the...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:31:34 +0300
Data centers in China are dumping rare 48GB Nvidia RTX 4090D GPUs for nearly $6,000, but the exact reason remains a mystery

Data centers in China are dumping rare 48GB Nvidia RTX 4090D GPUs for nearly $6,000, but the exact reason remains a mystery

Data centers in China are selling off rare 48GB Nvidia RTX 4090D GPUs for nearly $6,000..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:31:00 +0300
Samsung confirms 2025 release for its first Android XR device – here are 3 things I want to see from it

Samsung confirms 2025 release for its first Android XR device – here are 3 things I want to see from it

Samsung has officially announced that its first Android XR device, known as Project Moohan, will be released in 2025. The company is generating excitement by highlighting potential features that...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:30:00 +0300
Ex-Binance CEO chides Europe over crypto adoption

Ex-Binance CEO chides Europe over crypto adoption

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the former CEO of crypto exchange Binance, said most European countries were moving “nowhere” in terms of the adoption of digital currencies. Speaking at the Token2049 conference...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:25:00 +0300

Sick of AI slop on Pinterest? These two new features should help bring back real pins

Pinterest is rolling out two new features aimed at improving the quality of content on its platform, addressing user complaints about the prevalence of low-quality AI-generated images. The updates are...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:23:29 +0300

Fiber optic sensors could revolutionize early detection of volcanic eruptions

Researchers at the California Institute of Technology, in collaboration with Icelandic scientists, have developed a new method for using fiber optics as sensors to detect volcanic eruptions. The...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:21:00 +0300
Kazakhstan eyes crypto banks to boost digital asset ecosystem: report

Kazakhstan eyes crypto banks to boost digital asset ecosystem: report

Kazakhstan is exploring the creation of crypto banks as part of its effort to build a robust digital asset ecosystem. The proposed institutions would offer services like digital asset exchange,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:19:40 +0300

Want to run your favorite local AI models on Linux? This app makes it easy

With GPT4ALL, you can easily switch between local LLMs like Llama, DeepSeek R1, Mistral Instruct, Orca, and more. Here's how to install and use this handy desktop app..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:18:41 +0300
FIFA Collect NFT Platform Will Dump Algorand for Its Own Chain

FIFA Collect NFT Platform Will Dump Algorand for Its Own Chain

FIFA’s official digital collectibles will soon migrate to a new EVM-compatible blockchain, ditching Algorand in the process..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:17:58 +0300

Duolingo just added 148 new courses in its biggest update ever - thanks to AI

The new courses are primarily for beginning-level speakers. Here's what they include..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:15:10 +0300

Mysterious Glowing Structure Discovered Near Solar System

An enormous glowing cloud that contains approximately 3,400 solar masses worth of gas has been discovered near the solar system.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:15:00 +0300

Automakers can’t figure out what the hell is going on with Trump’s tariffs

It started last week with Tesla, followed quickly by General Motors, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo. Automakers across the spectrum are pulling their guidance for the year because they can’t figure out how...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:09:39 +0300
Grayscale launches Bitcoin adopters exchange-traded fund

Grayscale launches Bitcoin adopters exchange-traded fund

Asset manager Grayscale launched the Grayscale Bitcoin Adopters exchange-traded fund (ETF), an investment vehicle that tracks companies employing a Bitcoin (BTC) treasury, or holding strategy....

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:08:33 +0300
XRP must break the $2.50 cluster of resistance to trade higher

XRP must break the $2.50 cluster of resistance to trade higher

XRP’s recent grind higher has taken it straight into a critical resistance cluster near the $2.50 mark. Despite the bounce, volume has remained low, a warning sign that this move may lack the strength...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:05:12 +0300

Staples Dexley Ergonomic Mesh Chair Review: Best Budget Chair

This no-nonsense all-mesh office chair isn't much to look at, but you'll be hard-pressed to find something better for under $200..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:02:42 +0300
Bitcoin drops under $93K after US GDP data shows shrinking economy, raising recession alarms

Bitcoin drops under $93K after US GDP data shows shrinking economy, raising recession alarms

Key points: US GDP shrank in Q1, raising recession alarms while also prompting calls for Fed rate cuts. Bitcoin dropped to $92,910 as GDP figures were released, but sustained buy-side demand could...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:01:16 +0300

Elizabeth Warren asks Jeff Bezos if he got any favors for his ‘subservience’ to Trump

Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) wants to know whether Amazon founder Jeff Bezos received any “promises or favors” from President Donald Trump in exchange for his “subservience” after dropping all...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300

Gruve.ai promises software-like margins for AI tech consulting, disrupting decades-old Industry

Companies of all sizes are recognizing the game-changing possibilities of AI. Despite the excitement about the new technology, most of their pilot projects don’t make it into production. Gruve.ai, a...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0300

Harvey Weinstein Pushed, Grabbed and Then Attacked, Witness Testifies in NYC Trial

Miriam Haley is the first to testify of the three women whose accusations are at the center of the disgraced producer’s retrial on sex abuse charges..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:58:11 +0300

Sea Moss Gummies: Benefits, Potential Side Effects and Who Should Try Them

Adding a bottle of sea moss gummies to your vitamin cabinet is the hot new trend, but should you follow suit? Let's discuss the side effects you should consider first..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:54:00 +0300
Why is Bitcoin price stuck in a tight range?

Why is Bitcoin price stuck in a tight range?

Bitcoin’s lack of movement lately isn’t unusual as price action is trapped within a tight lower time frame trading channel. Until either support or resistance is broken with strong volume, expect...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:47:58 +0300

Vietnam Veterans Worry That a War’s Hard Lessons Are Being Forgotten

The conflict profoundly affected the American troops who served there, as well as the nation’s culture and politics. But 50 years later, veterans say they see its mistakes being repeated..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:46:45 +0300

OpenAI says its GPT-4o update could be ‘uncomfortable, unsettling, and cause distress’

OpenAI rolled back a GPT-4o update for ChatGPT that caused the chatbot’s default personality to be “overly flattering or agreeable – often described as sycophantic” and that “sycophantic interactions...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:46:14 +0300

JetBrains releases Mellum, an ‘open’ AI coding model

JetBrains, the company behind a range of popular app development tools, has released its first “open” AI model for coding. On Wednesday, JetBrains made Mellum, a code-generating model the company...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:44:47 +0300

Sundar Pichai says the DOJ’s antitrust plan could kill Google Search

Sundar Pichai, Google's CEO, took the stand on Wednesday during the remedies phase of the company's search antitrust trial, and offered a simple message. The US government's plan to rectify Google's...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:44:39 +0300

Intel doubles down on foundry ambitions, unveils 18A and 14A process enhancements

At the company's recent Direct Connect conference, however, the new CEO made it clear that not only does Intel have no intention of doing so, but it is actually doubling down to reclaim its...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:40:00 +0300

Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen Facing Uncertainty With Tariffs

Faced with tariffs introduced by President Trump on cars, steel and aluminum, Europe’s carmakers are pessimistic about the future..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:37:06 +0300
BTC stable, BlackRock to Tokenise huge Fund, HOUSE hits $100M

BTC stable, BlackRock to Tokenise huge Fund, HOUSE hits $100M

BTC stable, BlackRock to Tokenise huge Fund, HOUSE hits $100M FOMO HOUR EP347 BTC stable, dominance rises towards 65%. Blackrock may tokenise $150bn money market fund. Senate could vote on Stablecoin...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:35:18 +0300

Google’s Chief Says Breakup Proposal Would Hobble Business

Sundar Pichai told a federal judge that the government’s solution to fix its monopoly in search would harm innovation..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:35:17 +0300
Plume and Sony’s Soneium join forces to bring real-world yields on-chain

Plume and Sony’s Soneium join forces to bring real-world yields on-chain

Plume, a blockchain platform purpose-built for Real World Asset Finance, has announced a strategic partnership with Soneium, the Ethereum Layer-2 network developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs. The...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:32:54 +0300
These are the sharpest images yet of planets being born around distant stars

These are the sharpest images yet of planets being born around distant stars

Astronomers have captured the sharpest, most detailed images yet of young solar systems where planets are just beginning to take shape..

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

A Tariff Standoff With China, Power Outages, and the End of Christmas

On today's episode of Uncanny Valley, we break down how Trump's tariffs might threaten this year's holiday season..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:21:45 +0300
Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao Is Advising Countries on How to Start Crypto Strategic Reserves

Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao Is Advising Countries on How to Start Crypto Strategic Reserves

“With one of the world’s largest economies holding Bitcoin, or making a crypto reserve, other countries are forced to do it,” Zhao said..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:17:56 +0300

iOS 18.5 Public Beta 3 Is Out Now, but Apple Dropped Pretty Minor Updates

The update likely won't bring new features to your iPhone as Apple prepares for WWDC in June..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:10:14 +0300
AI-Powered Court System Is Coming to Crypto With GenLayer

AI-Powered Court System Is Coming to Crypto With GenLayer

YeagerAI is building a protocol that uses AI models as judges, with the goal of providing reliable, neutral, third-party arbitration in record time..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:04:56 +0300
Trump admin accuses Amazon of partnering with 'a Chinese propaganda arm' over tariff listing talk

Trump admin accuses Amazon of partnering with 'a Chinese propaganda arm' over tariff listing talk

Amazon was going to display tariffs on certain Amazon Haul products, but the change was never approved..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:01:00 +0300

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’s Path From Harlem to Stardom, and Now Federal Court

As Puffy, Diddy or Love, the mogul found success and trouble. After years of accusations with few consequences, he’ll stand trial next month..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:00:18 +0300
'You see the sparkle in her eye again': Andor star Adria Arjona on Bix's cathartic tale of revenge in season 2 episode 6 of the Star Wars show

'You see the sparkle in her eye again': Andor star Adria Arjona on Bix's cathartic tale of revenge in season 2 episode 6 of the Star Wars show

Adria Arjona opens up on Bix Caleen's personal rebellion in the Disney+ show's second season..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:00:10 +0300

Orb, a new app by Ookla’s ex-CEO, offers a broader picture of your internet connection

Since it launched nearly 20 years ago, Speedtest.net has been one of the most popular tools used to measure internet speeds. However, Doug Suttles, the founder and former CEO of Ookla, the network...

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

These Startups Are Building Advanced AI Models Without Data Centers

A new crowd-trained way to develop LLMs over the internet could shake up the AI industry with a giant 100 billion-parameter model later this year..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0300
Proton Mail hit with blocking order in India - here's everything we know so far

Proton Mail hit with blocking order in India - here's everything we know so far

Proton Mail could soon stop working in India after being hit by a legal blocking order. Here's all you need to know..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:58:40 +0300
Mercado Bitcoin taps Wormhole to scale $200m in tokenized assets

Mercado Bitcoin taps Wormhole to scale $200m in tokenized assets

Mercado Bitcoin, Brazil’s largest crypto exchange, announced on Wednesday a new partnership with Wormhole to expand the reach of its tokenized financial assets. This new partnership aims to expand...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:58:00 +0300

SilverStone's 2,500W PSU powers up to four RTX 5080s - or three 5090s - without breaking a sweat

First unveiled over a year ago, the HELA 2500Rz took its sweet time transitioning from prototype to production, but it's finally official. And while it technically supports up to four RTX 5090 graphics cards, there's a significant catch: you'll need a 200 – 240V outlet to unlock its full potential. Read Entire Article

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:58:00 +0300
Google CEO hopeful Gemini will be integrated into Apple Intelligence in time for iPhone 17 launch

Google CEO hopeful Gemini will be integrated into Apple Intelligence in time for iPhone 17 launch

Google CEO Sundar Pichai, says Gemini could be integrated into Apple Intelligence by the middle of this year..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:54:25 +0300
Intel’s latest boasts about its integrated graphics makes me less excited for the Nintendo Switch 2 - and more hyped for the MSI Claw 8 AI+

Intel’s latest boasts about its integrated graphics makes me less excited for the Nintendo Switch 2 - and more hyped for the MSI Claw 8 AI+

The MSI Claw 8 AI+ looks like a dream for handheld gamers, and Intel has highlighted its iGPU's improvements thanks to one of its latest drivers..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:53:16 +0300

Google confirms it’s close to getting Gemini support on iPhones

Google is close to striking a deal with Apple to integrate Gemini into the iPhone. During the search monopoly trial on Wednesday, Google CEO Sundar Pichai confirmed the company expects to strike a...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:51:20 +0300
Co-op fending off hackers by shutting down IT systems

Co-op fending off hackers by shutting down IT systems

Supermarket giant Co-op is defending against an ongoing cyberattack..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:49:32 +0300

Kangaroo Startles Drivers on an Alabama Interstate

Sheila, a local man’s pet, escaped her enclosure and decided to hit the road..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:48:01 +0300
CZ’s push for DeFi takes center stage at Token2049

CZ’s push for DeFi takes center stage at Token2049

Speaking at the Token2049 event in Dubai, Changpeng Zhao spilled the tea on crypto regulation and setting up national crypto reserves via his new found love for consultancy. During a wide-ranging...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:38:01 +0300
These ARE the Lego Star Wars deals you're looking for

These ARE the Lego Star Wars deals you're looking for

Here's our roundup of the biggest savings and discounts you can make on the best Lego Star Wars sets as May 4th approaches..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:37:11 +0300

Where Does Consciousness Come from? Two Neuroscience Theories Go Head-to-Head

Two leading theories of consciousness went head-to-head—and the results may change how neuroscientists study one of the oldest questions about existence.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:35:00 +0300

This State University Has a Plan to Take on Trump

Two professors from Rutgers University in New Jersey went out on a limb to write a “mutual defense compact” for Big Ten schools. Their effort is gaining steam.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:31:56 +0300

A Diver Visited a Fallen Whale. When He Returned, It Had Vanished.

A sunken calf’s disappearance created a mystery in murky waters near San Diego..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:31:52 +0300
Shark goes for broke and straps a water tank onto its latest fan so it can blast you with cool mist all day

Shark goes for broke and straps a water tank onto its latest fan so it can blast you with cool mist all day

The FlexBreeze Pro Mist will envelope you in a cooling cloud, and I can't think of anything more refreshing..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:30:36 +0300
How Alpha-Generating Digital Asset Strategies Will Reshape Alternative Investing

How Alpha-Generating Digital Asset Strategies Will Reshape Alternative Investing

Now that returns that simply mirror the broader crypto market are easily attainable, investors are looking for more ways to potentially exceed the market, says Lionsoul Global’s Gregory Mall..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:30:31 +0300
New report suggests over half of the U.S. millennials own crypto. What else did we learn?

New report suggests over half of the U.S. millennials own crypto. What else did we learn?

CouponFollow website released its new study called “Millennial Shopping Habits.” The study is based on a survey in which over 1,185 Americans between the ages of 29 and 44 shared their shopping habits...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:30:00 +0300

Measles Vaccine Denial Is a Massive Brainwashing Campaign

A shameful mass propaganda campaign is unfolding in the U.S., one that will make millions of kids needlessly sick with measles.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:30:00 +0300

Anthropic suggests tweaks to proposed U.S. AI chip export controls

Anthropic agrees with the U.S. government that implementing robust export controls on domestic-made AI chips will help the U.S. compete in the AI race against China.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:29:43 +0300
AI Crypto Agents Are Ushering in a New Era of ‘DeFAI’

AI Crypto Agents Are Ushering in a New Era of ‘DeFAI’

The use of autonomous agents to analyze market trends, balance portfolios and even manage liquidity across decentralized exchanges is a revolution you can’t afford to ignore, says the HBAR...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:29:07 +0300

Social Agent’s new app lets you book a photographer within 30 minutes

There’s an unspoken pressure nowadays to share all your special moments online, whether it be birthdays, graduations, or engagements. However, not everyone has the skills to take high-quality...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:24:35 +0300

NBA Playoffs 2025: TV Schedule, Current Series Standings, How to Watch Today's Games

Here's everything you need to know to watch or stream the NBA playoffs without cable.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:22:01 +0300

WhatsApp is working on private AI chats in the cloud

Meta announced a new WhatsApp feature it says is a private way to interact with Meta AI. Called “Private Processing,” the feature is totally optional, launches in the “coming weeks,” and neither Meta,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:21:32 +0300

Google research exposes ongoing global risk from zero-day vulnerabilities

The zero-day business is steadily improving for cybercriminals and becoming increasingly dangerous for end users, professionals, and enterprise organizations. After analyzing 75 zero-day...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:19:00 +0300
WLFI-linked MOVE and Web3Port implicated in $38m token dump scandal

WLFI-linked MOVE and Web3Port implicated in $38m token dump scandal

Movement Foundation and Web3Port, two entities linked to WLFI, made a deal that resulted in a $38 million token dump..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:16:02 +0300

I tested 10 AI content detectors - and these 5 correctly identified AI text every time

I've been testing AI content detectors for two years now. They're getting more and more reliable..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:15:00 +0300
Trader predicts XYZVerse will hit $5, surpassing Dogecoin, XRP with 15,000% returns

Trader predicts XYZVerse will hit $5, surpassing Dogecoin, XRP with 15,000% returns

Leading trader predicts XYZVerse could hit $5, surging 15,000% and overtaking Dogecoin and XRP amid rising investor interest. #partnerconent.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:14:57 +0300

Elise Stefanik, Cabinet Hopes Dashed, Considers Her Next Move

The New York Republican is contemplating a run for governor and nursing a feud with the House speaker after seeing her cabinet dream evaporate..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:14:22 +0300

Under Trump, Stocks Have the Worst Start to a Presidential Term Since 1974

During the first 100 days of the Trump administration, shock waves from the chaotic tariff rollout continue to send tremors through the global financial system..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:12:37 +0300
Cronos: The New Dawn developers reveal that it will take around 18 hours to beat

Cronos: The New Dawn developers reveal that it will take around 18 hours to beat

Cronos: The New Dawn will take around 18 hours to beat..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:10:06 +0300
Cryptography Pioneer Adi Shamir: World 'Would Be Better' Without Cryptocurrencies

Cryptography Pioneer Adi Shamir: World 'Would Be Better' Without Cryptocurrencies

He may have co-invented the RSA cryptographic standard, but Adi Shamir isn't impressed with how cryptocurrencies have evolved so far..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:08:49 +0300

Duolingo launches 148 courses created with AI after sharing plans to replace contractors with AI

Duolingo is introducing 148 new language courses that were created with generative AI, the company announced on Wednesday. The launch comes as Duolingo has been facing backlash this week after sharing...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:05:57 +0300

Warning systems for floods, hurricanes, and famine are suffering from Donald Trump’s data purge

Within weeks of President Trump stepping into office, key health and environmental resources that doctors and farmers rely on started disappearing from federal websites. Trump was also quick to...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:04:26 +0300
Coinbase Urges Supreme Court to End IRS Surveillance of Crypto Users on Exchanges

Coinbase Urges Supreme Court to End IRS Surveillance of Crypto Users on Exchanges

America's top crypto company wants the Supreme Court to hear a case that could limit the IRS's ability to monitor crypto transactions on exchanges and other platforms..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:04:01 +0300

Are THC-Infused Drinks Healthier Than Alcohol?

THC drinks promise a buzz without the booze -- but are they a healthier alternative? Experts explain how they work, what to watch for and what to know before you try one..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:00:03 +0300

Cast your vote: Help shape the TechCrunch All Stage agenda

TechCrunch All Stage is just around the corner — and you get to help shape the agenda. From a competitive pool of applicants, two of the six visionary finalists are one step away from leading a...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
You really need to check out 'Moonrise', Netflix's awesome new sci-fi anime from the director of 'Attack on Titan'

You really need to check out 'Moonrise', Netflix's awesome new sci-fi anime from the director of 'Attack on Titan'

Earthlings take on a lunar revolution in this exhausting-but-ambitious sci-fi spectacle.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
SentinelOne targeted by Chinese espionage campaign probing customers and infrastructure

SentinelOne targeted by Chinese espionage campaign probing customers and infrastructure

Chines and North Korean state-sponsored actors are trying really hard to wiggle their way into SentinelOne and its high-value clients..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
I loved LG phones because they were affordable, risky, and weird – and the smartphone world could use more of that

I loved LG phones because they were affordable, risky, and weird – and the smartphone world could use more of that

Support for LG phones will run out this summer, and I'm thinking about all the wonderful weirdness LG brought to the mobile phone industry..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
EU digital product passports won’t solve food fraud, but blockchain can

EU digital product passports won’t solve food fraud, but blockchain can

Opinion by: Fraser Edwards, co-founder and CEO, Cheqd Brutal honesty has its place, especially when confronting discomfort, so here’s one that can’t be sweetened with honey: 96% of imported honey in...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
Coinbase Leaps Into Supreme Court Case in Defense of User Data Going to IRS

Coinbase Leaps Into Supreme Court Case in Defense of User Data Going to IRS

The U.S. crypto exchange filed a brief in a longstanding privacy battle over records the tax agency sought on customers' crypto transactions..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300
A Pueblo tribe recruited scientists to reclaim its ancient American history

A Pueblo tribe recruited scientists to reclaim its ancient American history

DNA supports modern Picuris Pueblo accounts of ancestry going back more than 1,000 years to Chaco Canyon society..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0300

Donald Trump might actually believe these Calibri labels are real MS-13 tattoos

For several weeks, President Donald Trump and his administration have been grasping for evidence that a man his administration deported and imprisoned in error is a dangerous gang member, and the...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:55:57 +0300
Arizona House Passes Bitcoin Reserve Bill, Now Goes To Governor’s Desk For Final Signature

Arizona House Passes Bitcoin Reserve Bill, Now Goes To Governor’s Desk For Final Signature

Bitcoin Magazine Arizona House Passes Bitcoin Reserve Bill, Now Goes To Governor’s Desk For Final Signature Arizona has taken yet another huge step toward potentially adopting Bitcoin. The state...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:52:12 +0300

U.S. and Ukraine prepare to sign contentious minerals deal

The deal’s language marks a rhetorical win for Kyiv, which has been seeking any concrete show of support from the United States since President Donald Trump returned to power..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:49:50 +0300

Boox launches its first color E Ink monitor

Boox is debuting its first desktop monitor featuring a color E Ink screen. The new version of the Boox Mira Pro carries over the same functionality as the black-and-white version that launched in...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:47:20 +0300

New York wants to use AI and cameras to detect subway crime before it happens

MTA Chief Security Officer Michael Kemper said (via The Gothamist) that the agency is working with AI companies to develop the software that can analyze real-time subway platform feeds. Read Entire...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:38:00 +0300
Bitcoin price recovers, Ethereum RWA value up 20%: April in charts

Bitcoin price recovers, Ethereum RWA value up 20%: April in charts

April 2025 witnessed crypto markets rocked by more tariffs at the direction of US President Donald Trump — controversial policies that could have influenced the outcome of Canada’s elections on April...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:37:03 +0300
Can Cardano Price rebound as staking inflows Jump by $215M?

Can Cardano Price rebound as staking inflows Jump by $215M?

The Cardano price remained under pressure this week, erasing some of the gains made last week when it rose to its monthly high. Cardano (ADA) retreated for the second consecutive day, reaching a low...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:36:43 +0300

GPT-4o update gets recalled by OpenAI for being too agreeable

Users complained GPT-4o was too 'sycophantic.' Here's why and what happens now..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:35:33 +0300
Banks Must Adopt Crypto or 'Be Extinct in 10 Years,' Eric Trump Says

Banks Must Adopt Crypto or 'Be Extinct in 10 Years,' Eric Trump Says

The son of U.S. President Donald Trump said the current financial system is broken and blockchain technology is the fix..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:32:34 +0300

Side Event submission deadline extended for TechCrunch Sessions: AI

Did you miss your chance to apply for a Side Event at “TechCrunch Sessions: AI Week?” Don’t worry – we’ve extended the deadline by three more days! You now have until May 2 at 11:59 p.m. PT to submit...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:30:00 +0300
Semler Scientific Buys Additional $15.7 Million Worth of Bitcoin

Semler Scientific Buys Additional $15.7 Million Worth of Bitcoin

Bitcoin Magazine Semler Scientific Buys Additional $15.7 Million Worth of Bitcoin Healthcare technology company Semler Scientific has acquired 165 additional bitcoins for $15.7 million, bringing its...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:29:05 +0300
Microsoft developing fixes for multiple Outlook and SharePoint Online bugs and outage

Microsoft developing fixes for multiple Outlook and SharePoint Online bugs and outage

An annoying search bug affected Outlook and SharePoint – Microsoft's fix is now being monitored for further optimization..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:29:00 +0300

Inflation Cools in March, but Don't Expect Interest Rates to Budge

Uncertainty about the economy and looming tariffs may be spurring spending..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:25:00 +0300
Vulnerability exploitation: The dangers of the open LLM model boom

Vulnerability exploitation: The dangers of the open LLM model boom

The rise of local AI models is reshaping cyber threats, accelerating vulnerability exploitation like never before..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:24:00 +0300
Solana price targets $200 amid 47x transaction surge over Ethereum

Solana price targets $200 amid 47x transaction surge over Ethereum

Solana, the popular layer-1 network, is seeing strong network activity that may help its price jump to $200 and above. Solana (SOL) was trading at $147.25 on Wednesday, just below last week’s high of...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:18:01 +0300
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 rumored specs: predictions for every key spec

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 rumored specs: predictions for every key spec

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 could feature major camera and performance upgrades, among other changes..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:13:01 +0300

5 Takeaways: Behind Trump’s Deal to Deport Migrants to El Salvador

Internal documents and interviews with people familiar with the operation reveal how the White House seized on a wartime law to accelerate immigrant deportations..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:07:17 +0300
Uncovering common CDN myths

Uncovering common CDN myths

Misconceptions about CDNs and how to select the right one for your business..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:07:14 +0300

FTC v. Meta live: updates from the battle for Instagram and WhatsApp

The long-awaited antitrust trial between Meta and the Federal Trade Commission kicked off on April 14th. Over about two months, DC District Court Chief Judge James Boasberg is hearing arguments about whether then-Facebook illegally monopolized the market for “personal social networking services” through its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The FTC first brought the case […]

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:06:18 +0300

Wikipedia says it will use AI, but not to replace human volunteers

Wikipedia on Wednesday revealed its new AI strategy for the next three years — and it’s not replacing the Wikipedia community of editors and volunteers with artificial intelligence, thankfully....

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:05:08 +0300

Behind Trump’s Deal to Deport Venezuelans to El Salvador’s Most Feared Prison

New details deepen questions about the deportations, showing that El Salvador’s president pressed for assurances that the migrants were really members of the Tren de Aragua gang..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:02:47 +0300
Samsung says a 'dimmer' OLED TV appears just as bright as a 'brighter' LED model, but that misses the point of why I've been calling for brighter OLEDs

Samsung says a 'dimmer' OLED TV appears just as bright as a 'brighter' LED model, but that misses the point of why I've been calling for brighter OLEDs

Samsung says the human eye perceives a 300-nit OLED the same as a brighter 500-nit LED screen, but we need brighter OLED TVs for more reasons..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:02:31 +0300

Tineco Pure One Station 5 Review (2025): This Vac Empties Itself

The freestanding charging and emptying station makes this cordless vacuum feel almost like a robot vacuum—except you still do the vacuuming..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:02:00 +0300

Worried About a Recession? 6 Money Moves Experts Say to Make ASAP

Your recession action plan doesn’t have to be complicated.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:02:00 +0300

Nuvo, a network for B2B trade, has nabbed $34M from Sequoia and Spark Capital

Nuvo, a company that has built a social-like platform to facilitate easier purchasing of physical goods between businesses, has raised a $34 million Series A from Sequoia Capital and Spark Capital, it...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300

5 days left: $210 ticket discount and 50% off on the second for TechCrunch Sessions AI

You’ve got just 5 days to save up to $210 — plus 50% off your +1 — and get inside the minds of AI’s biggest voices at TechCrunch Sessions: AI. Imagine hearing firsthand from Anthropic’s Jared Kaplan,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
NASA Kicks Off Biological Research Aboard Space Station

NASA Kicks Off Biological Research Aboard Space Station

Crew members are kicking off operations for several biological experiments that recently launched to the International Space Station aboard NASA’s 32nd SpaceX commercial resupply services mission....

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, May 1 (game #690)

NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, May 1 (game #690)

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, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, May 1 (game #424)

NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, May 1 (game #424)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, May 1 (game #1193)

Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, May 1 (game #1193)

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

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
Exposed Git tokens and secrets are being hoovered up by hacker scans

Exposed Git tokens and secrets are being hoovered up by hacker scans

Hackers are increasingly looking for exposed Git secrets in Singapore and elsewhere..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
Amateur astrophotographer captures gorgeous view of Bode's galaxy from Death Valley

Amateur astrophotographer captures gorgeous view of Bode's galaxy from Death Valley

Amateur astrophotographer Joel Martin captured this stunning view of Bode's galaxy in February this year during a stargazing festival in Death Valley, California..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
Crypto Coalition Tells SEC Staking Is 'Essential Good,' Not a Security

Crypto Coalition Tells SEC Staking Is 'Essential Good,' Not a Security

Industry entities led by the Crypto Council for Innovation argued in a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that it shouldn't regulate staking..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Prior Lake, Minnesota

There are plenty of broadband options available to Prior Lake residents. CNET's internet experts found the top ISPs worth considering..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300
 Here’s what happened in crypto today

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Today in crypto, an elderly US individual is reportedly the victim of a recent $330 million Bitcoin social engineering attack, a US judge ruled that Tornado Cash can’t be sanctioned again, and the US Securities and Exchange Commission delayed its decision on Dogecoin and XRP exchange-traded funds. $330 million Bitcoin social engineering theft victim is elderly US citizen An elderly US individual is reportedly the victim of a devastating $330...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:58:09 +0300
I'm excited for two very different school-themed horrors after seeing the trailers for Weapons and Fear Street: Prom Queen

I'm excited for two very different school-themed horrors after seeing the trailers for Weapons and Fear Street: Prom Queen

Weapons and Fear Street: Prom Queen look like must-watches for horror fans this year..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:55:34 +0300
Reactive Network backs SmarTrust for bulding an escrow system for Web3 freelancers

Reactive Network backs SmarTrust for bulding an escrow system for Web3 freelancers

Web3 is taking on the growing market for online freelancing, with Reactive Network backing an on-chain escrow system..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:53:00 +0300

ChatGPT Will Be Less Friendly With You After OpenAI Pulls 'Sycophantic' Update

The AI company acknowledges that an update to ChatGPT last week made it too informal and friendly, prompting it to pull its release..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:52:00 +0300
Eric Trump: Anti-Crypto Banks Will Be 'Extinct in 10 Years'

Eric Trump: Anti-Crypto Banks Will Be 'Extinct in 10 Years'

The Trump Organization's executive vice president, described the SWIFT international payments network as an "absolute disaster.".

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:50:46 +0300

UK retail giant Co-op warns of disruption as it battles cyberattack

The U.K. grocery and retail giant said the unspecified cyber incident is affecting its back office and call centers..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:50:32 +0300
Semler Scientific adds 165 more Bitcoin, now holds over $330m in BTC

Semler Scientific adds 165 more Bitcoin, now holds over $330m in BTC

Semler Scientific CEO Eric Semler announced on April 30 via X that the company has acquired an additional 165 Bitcoins for $15.7 million. The latest purchase brings the company’s total Bitcoin (BTC)...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:47:47 +0300
China’s DeepSeek launches new open-source AI after R1 took on OpenAI

China’s DeepSeek launches new open-source AI after R1 took on OpenAI

Chinese artificial intelligence development company DeepSeek has released a new open-weight large language model (LLM). DeepSeek uploaded its newest model, Prover V2, to the hosting service Hugging...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:47:08 +0300

Yale’s new smart lock can disarm your ADT security system with your fingerprint

One of the best features of the now-discontinued Nest Secure security system was that if you also had the Nest X Yale Lock, you could unlock your door and disarm your security system just by entering...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:46:30 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Richmond, Virginia

Not all internet is created equal -- and for most folks in Richmond, you'll want to take advantage of fiber's symmetrical speeds..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:45:00 +0300
Vitalik outlines vision as Ethereum ecosystem addresses hit new high

Vitalik outlines vision as Ethereum ecosystem addresses hit new high

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin released another update on what he believes the future of the network should entail. In an April 30 post on blockchain-based social media platform Farcaster,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:34:08 +0300
Stagflationary Data Puts Pressure on Bitcoin, Stocks Early in U.S. Day

Stagflationary Data Puts Pressure on Bitcoin, Stocks Early in U.S. Day

U.S. GDP turned negative in the first quarter, while prices rose more than forecast; ADP jobs data was the weakest in nearly one year..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:34:04 +0300

Justice Amy Coney Barrett Recuses Herself in a Charter School Case

The justice will not participate in oral argument, deliberations or vote. She gave no explanation..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:32:10 +0300

Meta tightens privacy policy around Ray-Ban glasses to boost AI training

Meta is making a few notable adjustments to the privacy policy for its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. In an email sent out on April 29th to owners of the glasses, the company outlined two key changes....

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:31:17 +0300
Bitcoin Falls as U.S. Economy Contracts for First Time in 3 Three Years

Bitcoin Falls as U.S. Economy Contracts for First Time in 3 Three Years

Economists fear Trump's tariffs will weigh on economic growth while adding to inflation..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:30:42 +0300

Corsair K70 Pro TKL Review: Pro Isn’t Always Better

Corsair’s latest Pro keyboard cuts corners by mixing Hall effect and mechanical switches to create a confusing mess..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:30:00 +0300
Trump's Crypto Sherpa Bo Hines Says Crypto Legislation on Target for Quick Completion

Trump's Crypto Sherpa Bo Hines Says Crypto Legislation on Target for Quick Completion

The head of the Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets says new laws could be set by August, and Trump's own crypto interests aren't a factor..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:28:40 +0300
TSMC committed to Arizona chip plant ahead of potential tariff impact

TSMC committed to Arizona chip plant ahead of potential tariff impact

With its first plant in full swing and its second now scaling up production, TSMC starts work on its third US chip plant..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:28:00 +0300
FIFA to migrate to its own EVM-compatible blockchain for FIFA Connect

FIFA to migrate to its own EVM-compatible blockchain for FIFA Connect

FIFA Collect, the official digital collectibles platform of FIFA, is upgrading its infrastructure and migrating to a new EVM-compatible FIFA Blockchain, the organization announced. The migration is...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:21:49 +0300

Nvidia’s new tool can turn 3D scenes into AI images

Nvidia launched a new tool that lets developers generate AI images by first creating them in 3D. The awkwardly named Nvidia AI Blueprint for 3D-guided generative AI is available to download today for...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:19:12 +0300
$330M Bitcoin social engineering theft victim is elderly US citizen

$330M Bitcoin social engineering theft victim is elderly US citizen

An elderly US individual is reportedly the victim of a devastating $330 million Bitcoin heist, now ranked as the fifth-largest crypto hack in history. The attacker used advanced social engineering...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:18:54 +0300

EA lays off around 300 employees – including 100 at Respawn – and scraps new Titanfall game

Bloomberg's Jason Schreier, citing people familiar with the cuts, writes that between 300 and 400 positions are being eliminated at EA, with about 100 of those cuts coming from Respawn Entertainment,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:18:00 +0300

The One Big Reason Canada’s Liberals Won

Canada’s Liberals came back from a huge disadvantage in the polls, securing a rare fourth term in power, for one big reason. Matina Stevis-Gridneff, the Canada bureau chief for The New York Times,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:15:06 +0300

60% of AI agents work in IT departments - here's what they do every day

Everyone wants an AI agent - but for what? Here's how they're being used today.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:15:00 +0300
CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Index Declines 2% as Nearly All Assets Trade Lower

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Index Declines 2% as Nearly All Assets Trade Lower

Aave (AAVE) fell 4.7% and Ripple (XRP) dropped 4%, leading the index lower from Tuesday..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:12:12 +0300
Rushed AI deployments and skills shortages are putting businesses at risk

Rushed AI deployments and skills shortages are putting businesses at risk

Not only has AI opened up more cybersecurity worries, but companies are struggling to attract and retain the right talent..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:05:00 +0300

Intel’s chief commercial officer and sales lead, Christoph Schell, resigns

Christoph Schell, Intel’s EVP and chief commercial officer, is leaving the company after a two-year stint, according to a filing with the SEC. Schell notified Intel of his decision on Monday, and will...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:04:28 +0300
The open source debate: Is crypto losing its soul?

The open source debate: Is crypto losing its soul?

Crypto was born from an open-source ethos, where code was shared publicly, accessible for review and shaped by community contributions. Transparency and verifiability are foundational principles that...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:03:34 +0300

Corsair Void Wireless v2 Review: Dolby Atmos on Bigger Heads

These updated gaming headphones fit larger noggins and have Dolby Atmos..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:03:00 +0300
Over 60% of Crypto Users Manage Two or More Wallets: Reown

Over 60% of Crypto Users Manage Two or More Wallets: Reown

The 2025 State of Onchain UX report points to fragmentation in the crypto ecosystem, the UX platform said..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:01:02 +0300
Crypto hackers hit DeFi for $92M in April as attacks double from March

Crypto hackers hit DeFi for $92M in April as attacks double from March

Cryptocurrency hackers stole more than $90 million in April, dealing another blow to the industry’s mainstream reputation despite ongoing efforts to improve cybersecurity. Hackers made off with $92...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:00:37 +0300

Supio, an AI-powered legal analysis platform, lands $60M

Supio, a startup that uses AI to automate data collection and analysis for legal teams, has raised $60 million in a funding round led by Sapphire Ventures with participation from Mayfield and Thomson...

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

The DOGE days have just begun

I once wondered whether law enforcement might stop Elon Musk's power grab. About a month ago, I got my answer: no. On March 17th, the Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency broke into the...

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

Rad Power Bikes’ bestselling RadRunner is getting a Class 3 upgrade

Rad Power Bikes may be going through some turmoil in its upper ranks, but the e-bike company’s product team is still working hard to churn out new bikes. Today, Rad Power revealed its refreshed...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0300
What’s stopping crypto payments from taking off? The 2025 State of Onchain UX report offers clues

What’s stopping crypto payments from taking off? The 2025 State of Onchain UX report offers clues

Even with stablecoins rising and fintech giants jumping in, crypto payments remain a secondary use. The 2025 State of Onchain UX report shows what keeps this utility from going mainstream. How users...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0300
'Nothing else to live for': Andor season 2 star Faye Marsay breaks down episode 6's soul-crushing moment for Vel in the hit Star Wars show

'Nothing else to live for': Andor season 2 star Faye Marsay breaks down episode 6's soul-crushing moment for Vel in the hit Star Wars show

Faye Marsay teases how Andor season 2 episode 6's pivotal moment will impact her character throughout the rest of the Disney+ show..

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

Gazans are again going hungry as Israel’s total siege nears two-months

No food, fuel, aid or commercial goods have entered Gaza since March 2. Residents say they are surviving on one meal a day or less..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0300
Crypto Policy Forum Medici Hires Former Messari Exec as President

Crypto Policy Forum Medici Hires Former Messari Exec as President

The exclusive, invite-only forum aims to scale its influence among the crypto and traditional finance elite..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:51:02 +0300

U.S. Economy Shrank in First Quarter, in Reading Clouded by Messy Trade Data

Underlying economic growth remained solid in early 2025, but tariffs and uncertainty are expected to cause a further slowdown..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:48:12 +0300

Bitcoin mining no longer profitable as costs soar

Bitcoin mining, once viewed as a digital gold rush, is facing a harsh new reality in 2025: for many, the cost of producing a single Bitcoin now outweighs its market value by a considerable margin....

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:44:00 +0300
Bitcoin breaks through $95k amidst ongoing rally

Bitcoin breaks through $95k amidst ongoing rally

Bitcoin has surpassed the $95,000 as it continues to climb higher. Analysts predict the BTC rally could catapult the cryptocurrency back to its $100,000 level. According to data from crypto.news, the...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:43:54 +0300

U.S. Economy Shrank in First Quarter, in Reading Clouded by Messy Data

Underlying economic growth remained solid in early 2025, but tariffs and uncertainty are expected to cause a further slowdown..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:41:38 +0300
'Our existing subscriptions are plenty enough for us': Spotify CEO seems to pour water on mooted 'Superfan' subscription arriving any time soon

'Our existing subscriptions are plenty enough for us': Spotify CEO seems to pour water on mooted 'Superfan' subscription arriving any time soon

Why has Spotify suddenly gone cold on this "huge opportunity"?.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:40:19 +0300
Mantra links OM token crash to risky crypto exchange policies

Mantra links OM token crash to risky crypto exchange policies

Decentralized finance (DeFi) platform Mantra has called for industry-wide cooperation to reduce investor risks in the aftermath of its OM token crash. On April 30, Mantra published its latest update...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:34:21 +0300
Case dismissed – Windscribe wins landmark no-log VPN lawsuit in Greece

Case dismissed – Windscribe wins landmark no-log VPN lawsuit in Greece

The Court decision to dismiss the case confirms VPNs' no-logs policy as a valid legal defense. Here's why it matters..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:30:32 +0300

Best Multigigabit Internet Plans for 2025

Are there heavy gamers or binge streamers in your household? Multi-gig plans offer fast speeds for all your needs. Here are CNET's top picks..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:30:00 +0300

DeepSeek upgrades its AI model for math problem solving

Chinese AI lab DeepSeek has quietly updated Prover, its AI system that’s designed to solve math-related proofs and theorems. According to South China Morning Post, DeepSeek uploaded the latest version...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:20:24 +0300
Analysts project high approval odds for pending crypto ETFs as SEC delays mount

Analysts project high approval odds for pending crypto ETFs as SEC delays mount

Bloomberg analysts have projected 75% to 90% approval chances for the key exchange-traded fund applications currently under review, but mounting delays from the SEC are pushing final decisions further...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:17:43 +0300
Tokenized Apollo Credit Fund Makes DeFi Debut With Levered-Yield Strategy by Securitize, Gauntlet

Tokenized Apollo Credit Fund Makes DeFi Debut With Levered-Yield Strategy by Securitize, Gauntlet

The offering aims to make real-world asset tokens competitive with stablecoins for DeFi yield strategies, Securitize's Reid Simon said..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:17:32 +0300
Bitcoin macro indicator that predicted 2022 bottom flashes 'buy signal'

Bitcoin macro indicator that predicted 2022 bottom flashes 'buy signal'

Key takeaways: Macro Chain Index issues first buy signal since 2022, hinting at a new Bitcoin bull run. RSI crossover on the MCI aligns with past cycle bottoms that preceded 500%+ BTC rallies. Bitcoin...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:15:00 +0300
FIFA shifts NFT platform to new Ethereum-compatible blockchain

FIFA shifts NFT platform to new Ethereum-compatible blockchain

The Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) plans to launch a new blockchain network to support its non-fungible token (NFT) collectibles, the organization announced on April 30. FIFA...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:12:20 +0300

Factor Delivery Meals Review (2025): Tender Salmon, Room to Grow

Factor home-delivery meals have mastered the art of a juicy, medium-rare steak. But inconsistency is still an issue..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:05:00 +0300

Do CEOs Dare Risk Tariff Transparency, and Draw Trump’s Fury?

Companies are weighing whether they should be transparent about tariffs’ effect on prices, or — as Amazon learned on Tuesday — risk drawing the president’s ire..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:03:33 +0300

Nvidia RTX 5090 owner reports MSI's yellow-tipped 12V-2×6 power cable melted despite foolproof design

MSI was the first company to ship PSU/graphics card 12V-2x6 power leads with plastic housing molded in a bright color. The concept behind them is that users push the connectors far enough into the...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:03:00 +0300

Cast AI raises $108M to get the max out of AI, Kubernetes and other workloads

The crush of traffic going into training and running AI has quickly turned into a major cost and resource headache for organisations. Today, Cast AI — a startup building tools to ease and optimise AI...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:02:50 +0300

Motorola Razr 2025 vs. Razr Plus and Razr Ultra: Which Phone Is Right for You?

This year, Motorola added the $1,300 Ultra to its Razr lineup. How does it compare to the two lower-priced options? Here's what to consider..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:16 +0300

AI sales tax startup Kintsugi had doubled its valuation in 6 months

Kintsugi, a Silicon Valley-based startup that helps companies offload and automate their sales tax compliance, has raised $18 million in new funding led by global indirect tax technology solution...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300
John Lithgow to launch into life of Apollo 11 astronaut in new podcast 'BUZZ'

John Lithgow to launch into life of Apollo 11 astronaut in new podcast 'BUZZ'

Having explored the 'third rock from the sun,' John Lithgow is heading for its moon. The actor is set to star in the new podcast "BUZZ" about the life of one of the first humans to land on the moon..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300

Would you wear a smart ring that proves you’re not a cheater?

Imagine this. You wake up, roll over, take your smart ring off its charger, and slip it onto your finger. After eating breakfast and getting ready for work, you kiss your lover goodbye and head out.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300

Content moderators are organizing against Big Tech

Content moderators who comb through harmful material uploaded to online platforms have formed a global trade union alliance in a bid to improve working conditions. The Global Trade Union Alliance of...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300
75 zero-day exploitations spotted by Google, governments increasingly responsible for attacks

75 zero-day exploitations spotted by Google, governments increasingly responsible for attacks

Of all the zero-days abused in 2024, the majority were used in state-sponsored attacks by China and North Korea..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300

Best Internet Providers for Streaming in 2025

You never have to miss out on another episode of your favorite show. Check out these high-speed internet plans so that you can stream without interruptions..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300

Dead Internet Theory: AI Chatbots Don't Even Need Humans Anymore

What is the Dead Internet Theory? Could there be any truth to this wild premise?.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300
Experts warn of heatwave danger to routers, so act now before summer kicks in and temperatures could really soar – to the point that kills your Wi-Fi

Experts warn of heatwave danger to routers, so act now before summer kicks in and temperatures could really soar – to the point that kills your Wi-Fi

Sunlight is the root of all evil? Well, maybe not, but in its direct form, it really isn’t good for your Wi-Fi router..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:57:43 +0300

Raycast brings its super-powerful Mac launcher to iOS, sort of

Raycast users have been asking the app's developers for an iOS app for a long time. It took a while, though, for the developers to figure out exactly what that app was supposed to do. See, on a Mac...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:52:00 +0300
A24's The Smashing Machine trailer is a knockout but you can't stream the original documentary anywhere

A24's The Smashing Machine trailer is a knockout but you can't stream the original documentary anywhere

The Smashing Machine is reportedly one of the strangest movies you'll stream this year.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:47:21 +0300
Marvel Rivals patch notes: the latest balance changes and updates

Marvel Rivals patch notes: the latest balance changes and updates

Marvel Rivals patch notes for the latest balance changes have now dropped. Here's who's being buffed, nerfed, and what's been updated..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:47:09 +0300
The Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld TV show premiere will take place in Fortnite, and you're invited

The Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld TV show premiere will take place in Fortnite, and you're invited

Watch the first Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld episodes for free in Fortnite ahead of its Disney+ debut..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:46:52 +0300
Vanar Chain tackles AWS-style outages with AI-powered data storage

Vanar Chain tackles AWS-style outages with AI-powered data storage

Vanar Chain, a layer-1 blockchain network, has launched a new artificial intelligence-powered compression and data authentication layer designed to address the industry’s longstanding issue with...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:45:00 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Kentucky

Looking for fast, reliable internet in Kentucky? Here are our CNET expert's top ISP picks for the Bluegrass State..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:45:00 +0300

WSUS blocks downloading Windows 11 24H2 update on 23H2 & 22H2 devices, leaving 0x80240069 error

Microsoft just confirmed that Windows 11 24H2 feature updates are being blocked if you’re using Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). Users on Windows 1123H2 and 22H2 are getting the 0x80240069 error...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:43:20 +0300
Interview with Aztec Labs CEO: ZKPs, privacy pools, and why Ethereum needs privacy to scale

Interview with Aztec Labs CEO: ZKPs, privacy pools, and why Ethereum needs privacy to scale

Aztec Labs chief executive officer Zac Williamson explains why bringing privacy to Ethereum is more than a technical upgrade but a necessity. Zac Williamson is the co-founder and CEO of Aztec Labs, a...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:42:44 +0300

What Are the Best Coffee Beans for Cold Brew?

Cold brew demands different beans than drip or espresso to come out right. Here’s a guide to finding the right ones..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:38:00 +0300

Sectarian Clashes Spread Around Syria’s Capital, Drawing In Israel

The Israeli military said it had carried out a warning strike against “extremists” preparing to attack members of the Druse religious minority..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:36:47 +0300
Reddit users give their verdicts on new ChatGPT shopping features: ‘the enshittification has arrived’

Reddit users give their verdicts on new ChatGPT shopping features: ‘the enshittification has arrived’

Reddit users are unimpressed by the latest ChatGPT shopping features..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:31:50 +0300

Vietnam Used to Be a Safe Haven for Trade. Now It Might Not Be.

On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, U.S. companies that have come to rely on Vietnam’s factories, like Apple and Nike, are in a bind because of Trump’s tariffs..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:30:04 +0300
Millions of Apple AirPlay devices susceptible to 'AirBorne' zero-click RCE attacks, so patch now

Millions of Apple AirPlay devices susceptible to 'AirBorne' zero-click RCE attacks, so patch now

Oligo Security found and reported the flaws to Apple who patched them in late March 2025..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:30:00 +0300
U.S. vs China: How Bitcoin factors into the trade wars

U.S. vs China: How Bitcoin factors into the trade wars

At Token2049, experts discuss the U.S. and China trade war outlook and how Bitcoin could become the next “arms race” for countries looking to maintain economic power. On April 30, founder and CEO of...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:27:55 +0300
ALPACA token price suddenly plunges 50% after suspicious 650% pump

ALPACA token price suddenly plunges 50% after suspicious 650% pump

ALPACA token’s price collapsed by 50% just hours after a bizarre 650% surge triggered by short covering and a surprise token issuance freeze. The price of ALPACA token dropped by 50% to $0.50 within a...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:25:21 +0300
Crypto Daybook Americas: Biggest Tokens Show Restraint for Now, but 'Damage Has Already Been Done'

Crypto Daybook Americas: Biggest Tokens Show Restraint for Now, but 'Damage Has Already Been Done'

In today's Crypto Daybook Americas, analysts note that while major cryptocurrencies are currently showing some restraint in market activity, significant damage has already occurred due to ongoing...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:17:00 +0300
Two new laptops with Nvidia's RTX 5060 are coming, and leaked performance makes it seem like 8GB GDDR7 might actually be enough

Two new laptops with Nvidia's RTX 5060 are coming, and leaked performance makes it seem like 8GB GDDR7 might actually be enough

Nvidia's RTX 5060 desktop GPU is almost here, but its laptop GPU's performance has already been leaked..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:16:14 +0300
Bitcoin traders predict BTC price gains ahead of $96K liquidity clash

Bitcoin traders predict BTC price gains ahead of $96K liquidity clash

Key points: Bitcoin consolidates after upside momentum stalls, but traders are confident that upside breakout will result. Major risk-asset volatility is expected as US macro data precedes the monthly...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:11:30 +0300

GPU tourism is a thing: Japan blocks RTX 5090 and 5080 sales to tourists amid global GPU chaos

Even four months after launch, Nvidia's latest high-end graphics cards remain difficult to acquire, especially at MSRP. Low stock made Japan's GPU market chaotic from the start, but retailers there...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:09:00 +0300
Netflix plans to add my favorite Alfred Hitchcock movie in June – here are 5 more of his masterpieces to look out for

Netflix plans to add my favorite Alfred Hitchcock movie in June – here are 5 more of his masterpieces to look out for

Netflix takes flight with The Birds and many more absolute cinema classics..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:07:37 +0300
Nasdaq Seeks SEC Approval to List 21Shares Dogecoin ETF

Nasdaq Seeks SEC Approval to List 21Shares Dogecoin ETF

Coinbase Custody Trust will hold the fund’s tokens and serve as the official custodian for the ETF..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:06:12 +0300
SEC Drops Probe Into PayPal's PYUSD Stablecoin

SEC Drops Probe Into PayPal's PYUSD Stablecoin

The U.S. regulator has ended its investigation into PayPal’s stablecoin, as Congress advances efforts to regulate the sector..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:05:12 +0300
Forget Meta AI – WhatsApp now lets you talk directly to Perplexity and ChatGPT in the app, here’s how

Forget Meta AI – WhatsApp now lets you talk directly to Perplexity and ChatGPT in the app, here’s how

Perplexity AI and ChatGPT are now available in WhatsApp, and you just need to add a number to start talking..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:04:53 +0300

Microsoft’s CEO says AI has written 20% to 30% of the company’s code

AI has multiple use cases; it isn’t just useful for composing emails, summarizing web pages, or generating Ghibli-style art images. If you are a developer, you must be aware that AI assistants can be...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:03:52 +0300
How to edit a solar eclipse photograph: A step-by-step guide

How to edit a solar eclipse photograph: A step-by-step guide

By compiling your images of a solar eclipse, you not only create stunning images but also tell a story..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:00:15 +0300

GPD Win Max 2 review: a surprisingly competent tiny laptop that doubles as a gaming handheld

Since Neuromancer took the sci-fi world by storm in 1984, computing nerds have pined for a "cyberdeck" - the ultimate in personal, portable PCs for surfing and hacking the world. Usually, they're DIY...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0300
Inside Movement’s Token-Dump Scandal: Secret Contracts, Shadow Advisors and Hidden Middlemen

Inside Movement’s Token-Dump Scandal: Secret Contracts, Shadow Advisors and Hidden Middlemen

Movement, backed by Trump's World Liberty Financial, says it was duped into an agreement that experts say incentivized price manipulation..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0300

Why Ozempic and Wegovy Might Change Your Favorite Food

Some users of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs have been reporting strange changes in food preferences, such as a new dislike for meats or fried foods, and scientists are beginning to figure out why.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0300

Best Home Security Cameras of 2025: My Top Picks for Safety and Surveillance

Our CNET experts tested the latest, smartest security cams to find the models that work best in your home..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0300

Not Sure How Much CBD to Take? We Spoke to the Experts to Find Your Best Dosage

We spoke with experts to discover how much CBD you should be taking for anxiety and sleep..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0300
If the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box is too expensive, this new budget-friendly alternative from WiZ could be exactly what you need

If the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box is too expensive, this new budget-friendly alternative from WiZ could be exactly what you need

The WiZ HDMI Sync Box is less than half the price of Philips' box, and comes with a light strip included..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:48:49 +0300
Donald Trump Advisor Bo Hines: There Is a ‘Space Race’ to Build Bitcoin Reserves

Donald Trump Advisor Bo Hines: There Is a ‘Space Race’ to Build Bitcoin Reserves

The White House adviser said the administration aims to acquire as much Bitcoin as possible, emphasizing its "intrinsic value.".

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:48:27 +0300
Everything new on Prime Video in May 2025, including Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively in the thriller comedy sequel Another Simple Favor

Everything new on Prime Video in May 2025, including Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively in the thriller comedy sequel Another Simple Favor

This Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively sequel comes to Prime Video very soon. Here are all the new titles arriving in May 2025..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:48:17 +0300

Trump’s Presidency So Far

We take a look at the first 100 days of the president’s term..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:46:47 +0300
The Citroen Ami sheds its doors and roof for one of the simplest and cheapest EV experiences around

The Citroen Ami sheds its doors and roof for one of the simplest and cheapest EV experiences around

Citreon's cute quadricycle just got a beach-ready makeover..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:42:56 +0300
Top 10 GitHub Projects to Supercharge Your Workflow This Year

Top 10 GitHub Projects to Supercharge Your Workflow This Year

Whether you’re a developer, designer, system administrator, or digital creator, GitHub remains a treasure trove....

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:42:26 +0300

Ho Chi Minh City Celebrates the Fall of Saigon With a Parade

Surging Vietnamese nationalism appeared on the streets, as thousands gathered to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of the war..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:41:33 +0300
Google Pixel 10 likely to get a display upgrade that makes it kinder on your eyes

Google Pixel 10 likely to get a display upgrade that makes it kinder on your eyes

Google has hinted that it could improve the PWM dimming rate of its phones, likely starting with the Pixel 10..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:36:14 +0300

The Ferrari of robot mowers features GPS tracking - here's my buying advice after testing it

Setting up the Mammotion Luba 2 is incredibly easy, and its advanced mapping ensures it stays precisely on track..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:30:19 +0300

Galaxy S25 Ultra vs. S25 and S25 Plus: AI Features and Specs Comparison

Months into 2025, here's how Samsung's new flagship phones compare on specs, cameras, features and AI tricks..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:30:00 +0300
Apple Watch SE 3 leak hints at the Series 9-inspired design change I've been waiting for

Apple Watch SE 3 leak hints at the Series 9-inspired design change I've been waiting for

A new report claims that the Apple Watch SE 3 is in development with larger displays that point towards a major redesign..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:25:25 +0300

Trump Says He’s ‘Just Gotten Started,’ and Anti-Tourism Tactics in Europe

Former President Donald Trump declared that he has "just gotten started" amid ongoing political activities, signaling his intentions for future campaigns. In Europe, concerns are rising over...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:15:05 +0300

Amazon backs away from plan to display tariff costs as Trump calls Bezos over "hostile" act

Amazon said it was considering the idea of listing import charges for certain products sold on its Haul spinoff site, which sells items for under $20, thereby showing customers exactly how much more...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:15:00 +0300
XDC Network unlocks omnichain interoperability with LayerZero integration

XDC Network unlocks omnichain interoperability with LayerZero integration

XDC Labs and LayerZero Labs have announced a major collaboration that integrates LayerZero’s universal messaging protocol into the XDC Network, unlocking secure interoperability across dozens of blockchains. At XDC Tech Webinar 6.0, held virtually this month, XDC Labs and LayerZero…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:11:40 +0300
KuCoin Commits $2 Billion to “Trust Project” Focusing on Crypto Security and Transparency

KuCoin Commits $2 Billion to “Trust Project” Focusing on Crypto Security and Transparency

KuCoin’s native token, KCS, will play a more pivotal role in the ecosystem..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:08:59 +0300
Token2049: Is crypto the only safe space amid macro chaos?

Token2049: Is crypto the only safe space amid macro chaos?

During a panel discussion at Token2049, the founders of Real Vision, Pantera Capital and Ex Uno Plures talk about how the world is shifting towards crypto amidst piling global debt and economic uncertainty. On April 30 at Token2049 in Dubai,…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:06:59 +0300
 Samsung drops another big hint about the tri-folding 'G Fold' and its 'large-screen experience'

Samsung drops another big hint about the tri-folding 'G Fold' and its 'large-screen experience'

During an earnings call, Samsung dropped some strong hints that its rumored tri-fold phone is landing this year.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:06:38 +0300
Bitcoin volatility lowest in 563 days, Hayes predicts $1M BTC by 2028

Bitcoin volatility lowest in 563 days, Hayes predicts $1M BTC by 2028

Bitcoin is showing signs of maturity as a global financial asset, with price volatility dropping to its lowest level in more than 500 days, according to new research. Volatility refers to the degree...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:02:27 +0300

Lynxes, ‘beaver bombing’ and Britain’s fraught history of rogue rewilding

The discovery of four lynxes in the Scottish Highlands reinvigorated a debate over an illicit conservation practice that has alarmed farmers across the U.K..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:00:34 +0300

We Looked Back at Our Favorite Streaming Releases for April and Recommend These Picks

Catch up on what you missed with this streaming roundup, curated by CNET's entertainment experts..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:00:07 +0300

Hallmark Is Leaving Peacock, but You Can Get Your Fix For Free Elsewhere

All you need is a library card to start streaming..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:00:03 +0300

Trump’s Policies Are Creating Uncertainty for Fossil Fuel Companies

The Trump administration aims to make fossil fuels cheap—so cheap they wouldn’t be worth extracting. “‘Drill, baby, drill’ is nothing short of a myth,” one oil executive has said..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0300
 How to see a celestial 'gazelle' cross the night sky close to the Big Dipper this week

How to see a celestial 'gazelle' cross the night sky close to the Big Dipper this week

Follow the gazelle's flight from the Lion of Leo.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0300

Griefbots Create Digital Immortality and Raise Ethical Concerns around AI Chatbots

AI chatbots called “griefbots” or “deadbots” offer our loved ones a new digital way to grieve but raise ethical and privacy concerns..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0300

The dead giveaway that ChatGPT wrote your content - and how to work around it

If you use ChatGPT to write emails, essays, and more, you will want to make this small tweak.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:59:11 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Yakima, Washington

If you're in Yakima, pick Ziply Fiber for its symmetrical uploads and downloads. If it isn't available, turn to other internet service providers like Spectrum & T-Mobile..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:57:00 +0300
Bitcoin Community Split Over Key Proposal To Add Data

Bitcoin Community Split Over Key Proposal To Add Data

A proposal to ditch data storage limits sparked heated debate among Bitcoin devs, with some arguing it could alter Bitcoin's core purpose.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:56:05 +0300
AMD RX 9060 XT could launch on May 19 to upstage Nvidia’s RTX 5060 – but the GPU battle will really begin in June

AMD RX 9060 XT could launch on May 19 to upstage Nvidia’s RTX 5060 – but the GPU battle will really begin in June

RX 9060 XT could launch on May 19, go on sale in June – and despite the late arrival, I remain hopeful AMD will keep Nvidia on the ropes with this GPU..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:54:07 +0300

U.K. Joins U.S. in Strike Against Houthis in Yemen

There was no immediate comment from the American military about the joint operation, the first since President Trump took office..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:52:00 +0300
Bitcoin’s silent tax: Institutions won’t HODL without yield | Opinion

Bitcoin’s silent tax: Institutions won’t HODL without yield | Opinion

The current trade-offs facing institutional Bitcoin holders are significant, but they may not be permanent.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:50:10 +0300

Young People Are Not As Happy As They Used to Be, Study Finds

New data collected from more than 200,000 people across the world shows that young people aren’t as happy as they used to be..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:49:46 +0300
OpenAI has fixed ChatGPT's 'annoying' personality update - Sam Altman promises more changes 'in the coming days' which could include an option to choose the AI's behavior

OpenAI has fixed ChatGPT's 'annoying' personality update - Sam Altman promises more changes 'in the coming days' which could include an option to choose the AI's behavior

OpenAI has rolled back ChatGPT's 'annoying' personality with Sam Altman promising more fixes in the future..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:48:34 +0300
Over 85% of Bitcoin holders are in profit — Is a BTC top near?

Over 85% of Bitcoin holders are in profit — Is a BTC top near?

On-chain data shows that more than 85% of holders are now sitting on profits, raising speculations of short-term profit-taking. In an analysis published on Apr. 29 by CryptoQuant contributor Darkfost,...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:37:48 +0300
Capture May's full moon and the Eta Aquarid meteor shower with the best DSLR for astrophotography, now $600 off

Capture May's full moon and the Eta Aquarid meteor shower with the best DSLR for astrophotography, now $600 off

We think the D850 is an astro master and it comes designed for shooting in the dark, thanks to backlit buttons, excellent low light autofocus and good high ISO noise handling..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:36:29 +0300
Bitcoin Eyes New All-Time Highs: A Deep Dive into the Bullish Outlook for 2025

Bitcoin Eyes New All-Time Highs: A Deep Dive into the Bullish Outlook for 2025

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Eyes New All-Time Highs: A Deep Dive into the Bullish Outlook for 2025 Bitcoin surges past $95K as momentum builds for a potential breakout. Can it surpass its $108K all-time...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:35:51 +0300
UNDER EXPOSED EP17 - The Impact of Looming Tariffs on the Market

UNDER EXPOSED EP17 - The Impact of Looming Tariffs on the Market

UNDER EXPOSED EP17 - The Impact of Looming Tariffs on the Market UNDER EXPOSED brings you coverage of the biggest macro news of the week impacting crypto and broader markets, with a focus on the...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:34:15 +0300
UNDER EXPOSED EP 23 - The Rise of Bitcoin Investments

UNDER EXPOSED EP 23 - The Rise of Bitcoin Investments

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...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:34:15 +0300
Surfshark has launched a free, privacy-first, public DNS service - here's what you need to know

Surfshark has launched a free, privacy-first, public DNS service - here's what you need to know

Surfshark becomes the first company to unveil a pubic DNS to help privacy-conscious individuals and organizations break free from online tracking..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:31:21 +0300

Best Internet Providers in Frankfort, Kentucky

Frankfort residents have plenty of options to choose from for home internet, including smaller, local providers and nationwide ISPs like AT&T..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:30:00 +0300
World Password Day 2025: All the news, updates and advice from our experts

World Password Day 2025: All the news, updates and advice from our experts

We rounded up all the best news, advice and more for World Password Day 2025..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:21:02 +0300

New York City wants subway cameras to predict ‘trouble’ before it happens

New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority says it’s exploring the use of AI systems for “predictive prevention” of crime and dangerous behavior on the city’s subway platforms. MTA chief...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:20:06 +0300

After Nudge From Trump, Senate Sets Fast Pace in Confirming His Ambassadors

Republicans have raced to approve the president’s picks to serve as top diplomats around the globe, in some cases with solid backing from Democrats..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:03:46 +0300

How to Protect Your Phone While Traveling Abroad

Here are some best practices for safeguarding sensitive personal data..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:03:40 +0300

Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Religious Charter School in Oklahoma

The justices have allowed vouchers for religious schools and required equal treatment in tuition programs. But direct government payments to religious public schools pose a new test..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:03:34 +0300

After the Arrests and Bullets, Trump Takes on Second Term With a New Fervor

Having escaped prison and death, President Trump has returned to power seeking vindication and vengeance — and done more in his first 100 days to change the trajectory of the country than any...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:03:20 +0300

Why Trump Sees Himself as a Man of Destiny

In the opening chapter of this new term, President Trump has moved with almost messianic fervor to transform America from top to bottom and exact retribution against enemies at the same time. Peter...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:03:16 +0300

Donald Trump, You’re No Franklin Roosevelt

Autocratic intent does not translate automatically into autocratic success..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:03:13 +0300

Macron Surprises a Provincial Bar

The French president, often seen as remote, wants to get closer to the French people.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:02:54 +0300

On California’s State Bar Exam, More Questions Than Answers

The State Bar of California’s new exam has been rife with problems, an A.I. controversy and now the likelihood of delayed results..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:02:46 +0300

Maureen Dowd and Carlos Lozada on 100 Days of Trump’s ‘Fake Reality’

“Nothing like this has ever happened in Washington.”.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:02:41 +0300

How Francis Challenged and Embraced Africa’s Rising Catholic Population

Nowhere in the world is the Roman Catholic Church growing faster than in Africa, a continent Francis showered with attention.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:02:17 +0300

In 2nd Term, Trump Pushes Bounds of Presidential Power, Testing Rule of Law

The United States has never seen an effort to expand presidential authority at the scale of Donald J. Trump’s second term..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:02:04 +0300

Turns Out, G.D.P. Doesn’t Buy Happiness

A recent study reveals that while economic indicators like Gross Domestic Product (G.D.P.) often serve as measures of a nation's success, they do not necessarily correlate with the happiness and...

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:01:52 +0300

As Trump Cuts Foreign Aid, What Does It Mean for the Gates Foundation?

As the Trump administration dismantles foreign aid, Bill Gates, whose philanthropy is devoted to global health, is trying to talk to anyone with the president’s ear.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:01:35 +0300

Trump’s Cuts to Science Funding Could Hurt U.S. Economy, Study Shows

Reducing federal support for research and development could cause long-run economic damage and reduce government revenue..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:01:09 +0300

‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’ at the Met Explores the History of Black Dandyism

The guest curator of a new Met exhibition on Black style offers an annotated early look at a Dapper Dan jacket, André Leon Talley’s luggage and more..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:00:50 +0300

Long arc of reconciliation between U.S. and Vietnam falters under Trump

Fifty years after the end of the Vietnam War, decades of progress in addressing its legacies is coming undone..

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:00:28 +0300
Eric Trump warns banks to adapt or face extinction as blockchain overtakes legacy finance

Eric Trump warns banks to adapt or face extinction as blockchain overtakes legacy finance

Banks have about a decade left unless they catch up with blockchain, Eric Trump warned during a stop in Dubai, calling the traditional financial system slow, expensive, and on its way out. During his visit to Dubai, Eric Trump warned…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:57:07 +0300
BNB Chain posts strong Q1 performance despite 15% market cap dip: Messari

BNB Chain posts strong Q1 performance despite 15% market cap dip: Messari

BNB Chain delivered a standout Q1 performance in revenue and on-chain metrics, even as its market cap dipped almost 15%. According to a new report by Messari, BNB Chain posted strong revenue performance in Q1 2025, with network earnings jumping…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:56:30 +0300
Bunq partners with Kraken to launch crypto trading services

Bunq partners with Kraken to launch crypto trading services

Bunq, the second largest neobank in the EU, is expanding its services to include crypto trading with the help of crypto exchange Kraken. With more than 17 million users across Europe, the Dutch neobank plans to launch a crypto trading…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:36:58 +0300
Crypto death toll hits 3.7m since 2021, with 50% of coins wiped out post-Pump.fun era, research shows

Crypto death toll hits 3.7m since 2021, with 50% of coins wiped out post-Pump.fun era, research shows

More than 3.7 million cryptocurrency tokens have failed since 2021, with nearly half of those collapses occurring during the Pump.fun-driven memecoin craze. Millions of tokens have failed since 2021, with nearly half of those collapses recorded in 2024 and early…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:40:34 +0300
Ledger hardware wallet’s users targeted by mail, reportedly exploiting data leaked in 2020 breach

Ledger hardware wallet’s users targeted by mail, reportedly exploiting data leaked in 2020 breach

Scammers are sending physical letters to Ledger hardware wallet users, impersonating the company in an effort to steal wallet seed phrases — a phishing scheme that may be linked to Ledger’s 2020 data breach. In a recent post on X,…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:39:31 +0300
Solana and Sui set for huge token unlocks, investors rotate profits 

Solana and Sui set for huge token unlocks, investors rotate profits 

As altcoin giants like Sui and Solana lead the latest market rally, rising project Remittix is stealing the spotlight with real-world payment solutions and strong early adoption. #partnercontent

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:38:04 +0300
Trump’s Truth+ wants to add crypto wallet and utility token for subscriptions

Trump’s Truth+ wants to add crypto wallet and utility token for subscriptions

Trump Media & Technology Group is exploring the addition of a utility token and digital wallet for its streaming platform, Truth+, that would allow users to pay for subscriptions. According to a letter addressed to shareholders, CEO and Chairman of…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:37:58 +0300
SEC ends investigation into PayPal’s PYUSD stablecoin

SEC ends investigation into PayPal’s PYUSD stablecoin

PayPal says the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has ended its investigation into its PYUSD stablecoin without taking any enforcement action. In a regulatory filing on Apr. 29, PayPal confirmed the SEC had wrapped up its inquiry and decided not…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:34:14 +0300
OpenAI Rolls Back ChatGPT Update After User Pushback Over ‘Sycophantic’ Behavior

OpenAI Rolls Back ChatGPT Update After User Pushback Over ‘Sycophantic’ Behavior

The decision follows days of backlash on Reddit, X, and elsewhere, where users had labeled ChatGPT's tone as disingenuous and manipulative.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:51:35 +0300
Sui maintains bullish trend as stablecoin market cap rebounds towards all-time high

Sui maintains bullish trend as stablecoin market cap rebounds towards all-time high

Sui is riding a wave of bullish momentum as its native ecosystem metrics surge, with the stablecoin market cap once again approaching its recent all-time high. Sui (SUI) has climbed nearly 29% in the past week and 70% over the…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:49:44 +0300
Telegram Debt Goes DeFi in $500 Million On-Chain Fund Launch on TON

Telegram Debt Goes DeFi in $500 Million On-Chain Fund Launch on TON

Libre and TON have launched a $500M tokenized fund for Telegram bonds, giving institutions access to $2.4 billion in debt.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:37:36 +0300
El Salvador keeps buying Bitcoin despite $1.4b IMF deal

El Salvador keeps buying Bitcoin despite $1.4b IMF deal

El Salvador is continuing to buy Bitcoin even after agreeing to scale back purchases as part of a $1.4 billion deal with the International Monetary Fund. The Central American nation’s Bitcoin Office is still buying Bitcoin (BTC) despite signing a…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:24:00 +0300
Ethereum Rollup Scroll Now Lets Users Exit Independently, Becoming 'First' to Hit Decentralization Milestone

Ethereum Rollup Scroll Now Lets Users Exit Independently, Becoming 'First' to Hit Decentralization Milestone

Having reached "Stage 1" decentralization status, the scaling solution has become fairer and safer for users, Scroll claims.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:22:11 +0300
Pi Network under pressure: Can it break above the 50-day moving average?

Pi Network under pressure: Can it break above the 50-day moving average?

Pi Network has struggled to keep up with the recent crypto market recovery, down about 10% over the past week. At $0.5832, the token is currently trading roughly 80% lower than its all-time high of $2.99. The recent trading volume,…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:57:10 +0300
XRP retraces towards support as SEC delays Franklin Templeton’s ETF decision

XRP retraces towards support as SEC delays Franklin Templeton’s ETF decision

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has postponed its decision on the proposed Franklin XRP Fund, a spot XRP exchange-traded fund submitted by asset manager Franklin Templeton. According to its most recent filing, the SEC has extended the review period…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:56:56 +0300
Trump's $1B Dubai Tower Project to Accept Crypto Payments for Luxury Apartments

Trump's $1B Dubai Tower Project to Accept Crypto Payments for Luxury Apartments

The Trump family continues to lean into crypto, expanding its global footprint with advisory roles, digital asset endorsements, and payments.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:42:55 +0300

Microsoft Edge’s Find on Page getting Copilot Suggestions

Microsoft is expanding Copilot integration in the Edge browser. After making the AI assistant available on the Sidebar, new tab page, and page context menu, the company is also bringing AI-powered Copilot Suggestions to the Edge browser’s Find on Page feature. This is being tested in the Canary version. Microsoft Edge’s Find on Page feature […]

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:25:44 +0300
Bank of Italy Warns of Systemic Crypto Risks, Concentration of Power Under Trump

Bank of Italy Warns of Systemic Crypto Risks, Concentration of Power Under Trump

The Bank of Italy has cautioned against crypto’s growing systemic threat and the Trump administration’s cozy relationship with the sector.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:44:26 +0300

Intel's origin story: Gordon Moore and Robert Noyce left which company to found Intel?

Initially, the new venture was named "Moore Noyce Electronics." Read Entire Article

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:38:00 +0300
Sols 4522-4524: Up on the Roof

Sols 4522-4524: Up on the Roof

Written by Deborah Padgett, OPGS Task Lead at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory Earth planning date: Friday, April 25, 2025 On Sols 4520 and 4521, Curiosity was supposed to study layered rocks in its workspace, then drive on. Unfortunately, a communications pass didn’t go as expected, preventing this plan from being transmitted. Our rover is fine, […]

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 03:16:02 +0300

Meta's new AI app delivers a chatbot with a social media twist

Beyond asking questions and generating content, you can see how other people are using AI and also share how you're using it.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 02:07:00 +0300

South Africa Says Israel 'Acts With Impunity' In Gaza As U.N. Court Hearing Kicks Off

The U.N.'s top court is hearing arguments about whether Israel has violated international law by blocking starving Palestinians from receiving aid.

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 01:29:36 +0300

FBI warns China is using AI to sharpen cyberattacks on US infrastructure

In an interview with The Register, FBI Deputy Assistant Director Cynthia Kaiser explained how Chinese state-backed cyber groups use artificial intelligence at every stage of their attack operations. While she acknowledged that these efforts don't always lead to success, AI enhances the speed and efficiency of their efforts. These digital... Read Entire Article

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 01:27:00 +0300
How to Contribute to Citizen Science with NASA

How to Contribute to Citizen Science with NASA

A cell phone, a computer—and your curiosity—is all you need to become a NASA citizen scientist and contribute to projects about Earth, the solar system, and beyond. Science is built from small grains of sand, and you can contribute yours from any corner of the world. All you need is a cell phone or a […]

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:13:53 +0300
Ethereum Classic price prediction – ETC will follow Ethereum soon?

Ethereum Classic price prediction – ETC will follow Ethereum soon?

Bitcoin is trading over $95k and gunning for the $100k level again. Meanwhile, Ethereum has broken out of a big range and moved closer to the $2000 level. Following this, Ethereum Classic has also experienced bullish momentum. Let’s find out…

Published: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:04:32 +0300

Original Fallout creator was ordered to destroy source code, then Interplay lost its official archive

Tim Cain, one of Fallout's original creators, revealed that the production assets for the first game are probably lost. In a recent video on game preservation, he blamed publishers' hubris and carelessness as key barriers to safeguarding development history. His remarks underscore the importance of redundant backups and better stewardship... Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 23:19:00 +0300
Robots, Rovers, and Regolith: NASA Brings Exploration to FIRST Robotics 2025 

Robots, Rovers, and Regolith: NASA Brings Exploration to FIRST Robotics 2025 

What does the future of space exploration look like? At the 2025 FIRST Robotics World Championship in Houston, NASA gave student robotics teams and industry leaders a first-hand look—complete with lunar rovers, robotic arms, and real conversations about shaping the next era of discovery. NASA engaged directly with the Artemis Generation, connecting with more than […]

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:33:28 +0300

Evertop DIY PC will give you hundreds of hours of DOS fun on a single charge

Custom-built devices for running vintage PC software are trending, with new models embracing different approaches to retro emulation. Unlike the Book 8088, which featured a genuine 8088 CPU for maximum authenticity, the newly launched Evertop uses an Espressif ESP32 microcontroller. It emulates an IBM XT-class machine with an 80186 processor,... Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:32:00 +0300

Researchers find numerous Apple AirPlay vulnerabilities allowing "wormable" exploits over Wi-Fi

Cybersecurity firm Oligo identified several "critical" flaws in Apple's native AirPlay protocol and the AirPlay Software Development Kit (SDK) used by audio and automotive manufacturers. While Apple has patched its platforms, many third-party devices remain exposed due to slow OEM update cycles. Oligo estimates that tens of millions of speakers,... Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 21:41:00 +0300

Mozilla Firefox 138 introduces profile manager and more

Today, Mozilla released the version 138.0 of the Firefox browser with some noticeable changes. The latest update has introduced a profile manager, more Windows 11 design bits, improved the address bar, and a lot more. Profile Manager of the best features of Mozilla Firefox 138.0 Among all, one of the standout features of Firefox 138 […]

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 21:26:35 +0300

Russian authorities threaten World of Tanks developer for its alleged "extremist activities"

Russian authorities have branded World of Tanks-related operations "extremist" and are threatening to confiscate property held by Wargaming executives. The case involves Lesta Games, a Moscow-based studio that Wargaming divested. After Russia invaded Ukraine, Wargaming cut ties with Russia and Belarus, handing over regional operations to Lesta. Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:53:00 +0300

ChatGPT one-ups Google with AI-driven shopping suggestions and zero ads

The shopping upgrade is integrated into OpenAI's latest AI model, GPT-4o, and comes as ChatGPT's search function has exploded in popularity, according to the company. Users conducted more than a billion web searches through ChatGPT in the past week alone, making search one of the platform's most utilized features. Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:12:00 +0300

Developer ports compact Llama 2 LLM to DOS in weekend hackathon

Yeo Kheng Meng, a programmer previously known for creating a DOS client for ChatGPT, has recently embarked on a new AI-related project focused on the prompt-based computing environment of the past. His latest endeavor is a fully DOS-based large language model (LLM) that performs inference tasks offline. Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:07:00 +0300

After quitting phones in 2021, LG will soon pull the plug on its update servers

After experiencing six years of falling sales and declining shipments, LG warned in January 2021 that it could exit the phone business. The writing was on the wall in March when Germany's Volkswagen AG and Vietnam's Vingroup JSC, which had been looking at acquiring the smartphone arm, backed away after... Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 17:24:00 +0300

Nothing's new CMF Phone 2 Pro looks a great deal at just $279, but there's a major catch

The CMF Phone 2 Pro features a 6.77-inch Full-HD+ (1,080 × 2,392) AMOLED display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, 3,000 nits peak brightness, and HDR10+ support. It also includes 2160Hz PWM dimming, a 480Hz touch sampling rate, 387ppi pixel density, and Panda Glass protection. Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:46:00 +0300

There's a growing rift between Sam Altman and Satya Nadella – Microsoft could block OpenAI's for-profit restructuring

Microsoft helped push OpenAI to the top of the multi-billion-dollar AI industry by investing $13 billion into the firm since 2019. ChatGPT is closing in on one billion users, and OpenAI was recently valued at $300 billion. Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:09:00 +0300

Taiwan moves to tighten control over TSMC's advanced chip exports and overseas investments

At the heart of the new measures is the so-called "N-1" rule, which prohibits companies from exporting their most advanced semiconductor manufacturing technology. Instead, only technology at least one generation behind what is available domestically can be deployed in overseas facilities. Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 15:25:00 +0300

IBM pledges to invest $150 billion in US manufacturing over the next five years

Arvind Krishna, IBM chairman, president and chief executive officer, said, "We have been focused on American jobs and manufacturing since our founding 114 years ago, and with this investment and manufacturing commitment we are ensuring that IBM remains the epicenter of the world's most advanced computing and AI capabilities." Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:58:00 +0300

Nike faces $5M lawsuit after CloneX NFTs go dark due to hosting error

The disruption was not the result of a hack or a blockchain malfunction, but rather a mundane technical issue. The images for the CloneX NFTs – avatars created by RTFKT, a digital fashion studio Nike acquired in 2021 – were hosted off-chain on Cloudflare's servers. Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:15:00 +0300

Why Apple can't easily move iPhone production to the US: 2,700+ parts, 187 suppliers, 28 countries

Donald Trump believes the huge tariffs implemented on goods imported from China and other countries will encourage US firms to manufacture their devices domestically. That's easier said than done for a lot of firms, especially Apple, which relies heavily on China for iPhone production. Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:20:00 +0300

AI is reshaping chip design tools, and the results are impossible to ignore

Silicon designers quickly discovered that many of the complex yet often tedious tasks involved in their process – particularly the "grunt work" – could be automated or dramatically simplified by intelligent AI algorithms. From the automated layout of certain IP blocks to improved efficiencies in IP block interconnects, these AI... Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:23:00 +0300

GPUs are so bulky now that Asus is using gyroscopes to detect sagging

Asus graphics card owners recently discovered that the company has quietly introduced software capable of detecting GPU droop. An investigation into the feature's workings uncovered new hardware dedicated to user safety. Read Entire Article

Published: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 03:21:00 +0300