The next crop of iPhones looks very interesting. From a possible folding model to a brand-new iPhone 18 lineup, this year could bring fresh tech to Apple’s mobile division. Plus, the entry-level iPhone 17E recently debuted, adding yet another option for budget-conscious consumers. On the laptop side, Apple’s new MacBook Neo is also part of a more affordable lineup. The iPhone 18 is rumored to have several changes from its predecessor, including variable-aperture cameras, an under-display front-facing camera for Face ID, a smaller Dynamic Island, an updated A20 chip, and new, interesting colors, including a “coffee” brown. The latest rumors suggest that the…
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Russia is now offering preferential treatment for data centers involved in AI development, including reduced electricity rates, state funding, and tax breaks. New legislation prioritizing the use of computing power for artificial intelligence applications may limit available resources for crypto mining. It comes as a growing number of miners globally shift toward AI in pursuit of greater predictability and profits. Russia puts out bill designed to regulate AI Russia’s Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media has released a draft law designed to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) in the country. The document, which was published Wednesday for public consultations…
The Bank of Korea and nine commercial lenders began phase two of a digital won pilot, testing bank-issued deposit tokens backed by central bank infrastructure to determine whether the system can support government subsidy payments and consume transfers and payments nationwide.The second phase of Project Hangang adds two banks, Kyongnam Bank and iM Bank, to the program’s original seven. The institutions will now begin large-scale testing of the won-pegged deposit tokens built on a wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC) layer, several local news outlets reported.“Participating banks are actively securing diverse use cases, such as large businesses and small merchants…
Like anyone who grew up with the internet, I’ve used Gmail and Outlook for formal communications for many years. While I’ve noticed many differences among them, I’ve often wanted to stack them up and compare them to see which is the better email software on the market. When I started this exercise, one thing became very clear. Both are mature, reliable tools backed by powerful ecosystems: Microsoft and Google Workspace. Both serve millions of users worldwide, ranging from individual professionals to global enterprises. And both consistently rank highest in market presence among all email software on G2, with Gmail at #1…
The following article originally appeared on Angie Jones’s website and is being republished here with the author’s permission.I’ve been seeing more and more open source maintainers throwing up their hands over AI-generated pull requests. Going so far as to stop accepting PRs from external contributors.Ghostty is getting an updated AI policy. AI assisted PRs are now only allowed for accepted issues. Drive-by AI PRs will be closed without question. Bad AI drivers will be banned from all future contributions. If you’re going to use AI, you better be good. https://t.co/AJRX79S8XD— Mitchell Hashimoto (@mitchellh) January 22, 2026 AI is killing Open…
In the world of cryptocurrency, earning free crypto without any investment remains one of the most attractive methods for newcomers. In this article, we’ll provide a detailed review of FireFaucet, a user-friendly and rewarding platform where you can earn crypto either actively through tasks or passively using its auto faucet system. FireFaucet stands out with its wide variety of tasks, automatic earning feature, referral rewards, and regular bonus events.What is FireFaucet?FireFaucet is a multi-functional faucet platform where you can earn crypto by completing tasks or passively via its Auto Claim feature using Energy points. Operating since 2018, the platform offers users the…
What’s new TradFi futures on Kraken Pro lets eligible EU clients trade fixed-term contracts on major equity indices, commodities, and FX markets, using the same futures interface they already use for crypto. That means you can go long or short on the S&P 500, react to a gold spike after a Fed announcement, or hedge your crypto exposure with an oil contract, all without opening a new account or learning a new platform. Longer hours than traditional markets Equity markets close at 4pm. Kraken doesn’t. TradFi futures on Kraken follow the CME Group extended trading schedule: 23 hours a day,…
When applying for a job, it’s important to know that First Advantage does contact your previous employers as part of their employment verification process. This step helps confirm key details about your work history, such as job titles and employment dates. Comprehending how this process works can help you prepare, ensuring that the information you provided matches what your former employers will share. But what happens if discrepancies arise? Key Takeaways Yes, First Advantage contacts previous employers to verify essential details like job titles, dates of employment, and company names. The employment verification process helps ensure accuracy and mitigate hiring…
Every time you unlock your smartphone or start your connected car, you are generating a trail of digital evidence that can be used to track your every move.In Your Data Will Be Used Against You: Policing in the Age of Self-Surveillance, just published by NYU Press, law professor Andrew Guthrie Ferguson exposes how the Internet of Things has quietly transformed into a vast surveillance network, turning our most personal devices into digital informants. The following excerpt explores the concept of “sensorveillance,” detailing the specific mechanisms—such as Google’s Sensorvault, geofence warrants, and vehicle telemetry—that allow law enforcement to repurpose consumer technology…
Michael Saylor’s Strategy bought 22,337 Bitcoin for about $1.57 billion last week, using a funding mix led by its variable-rate perpetual preferred stock, STRC.The March 16 announcement showed the company paid an average of $70,194 per Bitcoin in the purchase. The buy lifted Strategy’s holdings to 761,068 Bitcoin, valued at about $56.5 billion at prevailing prices, and ranked among the five largest single-week acquisitions in the company’s history.The financing mix carried the more important signal. Strategy sold 11.9 million STRC shares during the previous week for about $1.18 billion of proceeds, or roughly 75% of the cash used for the…
