The whispers have begun: Samsung‘s Galaxy S26 Ultra, slated for a late January 2026 unveiling (not February), promises a potent blend of upgraded silicon and enhanced AI. But the real story isn’t just about faster clock speeds; it’s about the dawn of on-device AI and the intensifying battle between Qualcomm and Samsung’s Exynos chips.The heart […]

Electronic Arts (EA) is potentially being taken private in a $55 billion deal largely financed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), with participation from Silver Lake and Affinity Partners. The PIF would gain a 93% stake in EA following the buyout, marking one of the largest gaming industry acquisitions to date. The Deal Structure […]

Phantom started rolling out early access to its Phantom Cash debit card on December 14, beginning with U.S. waitlist members. The prepaid Visa card, issued by Lead Bank and managed by Bridge Ventures, lets you spend on-chain CASH stablecoin anywhere Visa, Apple Pay, or Google Pay is accepted. International rollout follows later, though Phantom hasn’t […]

The roar of engines and the thrill of open-world racing are set to return, as whispers turn to confirmation: Forza Horizon 6 is barreling towards an Xbox release in 2026. While details remain shrouded, anticipation within the gaming community is hitting redline. This isn’t just another iteration; it’s a promise of pushing boundaries and redefining […]

Japan’s Financial Services Agency confirmed plans to cut crypto gains tax from a punishing 55% maximum to a flat 20%—matching stock taxation and eliminating one of the world’s harshest digital asset regimes. The reform targets 2026 legislative submission, with enactment likely by fiscal year 2027. This isn’t incremental adjustment. Japan just reclassified crypto from “miscellaneous […]

If you’re using Google Antigravity on macOS and wondering why it feels sluggish despite having an M3 or M4 chip, you’re not alone. The IDE defaults to CPU rendering on some Macs, essentially forcing your GPU to sit idle while the processor does all the heavy lifting. One terminal command fixes this. The Quick Fix: […]

iOS 26.2 refines the Flash for Alerts accessibility feature, making visual notifications more effective for users who frequently miss alerts in silent environments. While positioned as an accessibility tool, the enhancement proves useful for anyone who needs discreet notification awareness. How Flash for Alerts Works Previous Version Basic camera LED flash for incoming alerts Simple […]

The promise of secure cloud computing for the U.S. government just took a major hit, as Danielle Hillmer, a former Accenture executive, faces federal charges for allegedly orchestrating a multi-year fraud scheme. The indictment alleges that Hillmer deliberately misled officials about the security compliance of a cloud platform seeking FedRAMP authorization, a crucial certification for […]

The tectonic plates of global finance are shifting. While U.S. banks dig in their heels against crypto adoption, regulators and entire national economies elsewhere are forging ahead, integrating digital assets into the very fabric of their systems. The clash highlights a fundamental question: will traditional finance adapt, or be bypassed? From regulatory cross-margining of crypto […]

The race to dominate the enterprise AI landscape is heating up, and Wipro’s recent strategic move, hinted at by their finalized acquisition of Harman’s digital transformation solutions business (as reported by The Machine Maker), signals a powerful acceleration. Expect to see a more aggressive push for AI adoption among large organizations as the consulting giant […]

The race for digital identity dominance just got a little hotter. Z.ink, the Layer 1 blockchain project focused on self-sovereign data, is launching its “o.rigin” airdrop season on December 16th. This isn’t just free money; it’s a calculated move to reward early adopters and build a loyal community ahead of its planned 2026 token launch. […]

Coreweave, the darling of the AI infrastructure boom, is facing a harsh reality check. While the demand for AI compute power is undeniable, questions are emerging about whether Coreweave’s business model can translate its impressive growth into sustainable profitability, casting a shadow on the valuations of other AI-adjacent plays. The AI gold rush, ignited by […]

Apple’s iOS 26.2 update combines critical security patches with several user-facing improvements. The update addresses actively exploited WebKit vulnerabilities and introduces new features for Reminders, AirDrop, and lock screen customization.The most urgent reason to update is protection against WebKit vulnerabilities that Apple confirms are being actively exploited in the wild. While Apple hasn’t disclosed specific […]

After its initial PC release on Steam, Stargate: Timekeepers is coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox consoles. The real-time tactics game brings the Stargate universe to console players, expanding the potential audience beyond the PC strategy gaming community. Stargate: Timekeepers focuses on tactical squad-based combat and stealth rather than large-scale army management common in traditional […]

The SEC dropped an Investor Bulletin on December 12 titled Crypto Asset Custody Basics for Retail Investors, and it’s not the enforcement-heavy warning you’d expect. Instead of the usual “crypto is dangerous, stay away” narrative, the guide actually explains how to self-custody Bitcoin, what private keys do, and why “not your keys, not your coins” […]

Grinding Gear Games dropped Hotfix 6 (Update 1.066) for Path of Exile 2’s 0.4.0 build, targeting monster burning ground effects that were melting players faster than intended. If you’ve been instant-dying to invisible fire patches, this hotfix addresses that, sort of. The Burning Ground Problem Certain monster skills created burning ground zones dealing absurdly high […]

The upcoming Linux 6.19 kernel drops the pretense that gaming hardware is someone else’s problem. Major x86 platform driver improvements target gaming laptops and handhelds specifically, not as an afterthought, but as primary use cases. From Acer’s high-end gaming rigs to Lenovo’s Legion Go 2, Linux is catching up to hardware that actually matters to […]

The re-emergence of classic gaming experiences is upon us, and few franchises embody that retro revival better than Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater. The recent release, ostensibly titled Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4, aims to reignite the passion of veteran skaters while introducing a new generation to the thrill of virtual board tricks. But can this […]

Bitcoin’s dance with the ETF market continues, and this week’s $287 million inflow signals a renewed, albeit cautious, bullish sentiment. But the real story isn’t just the money; it’s the market’s muted reaction, leaving traders and analysts alike scratching their heads and eyeing critical price levels for clues. Despite the substantial injection of capital, Bitcoin‘s […]

Coinbase’s Base network is making waves, aiming for a staggering $10 billion in total value locked (TVL) by 2025. But is this ambitious target just hype, or does Base offer something genuinely revolutionary for startups, SMEs, and the future of finance itself? Jesse Pollak, the guiding force behind Base, envisions a future where Ethereum’s security […]

In the relentless race to squeeze every last drop of insight from data, automation is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. ThoughtSpot’s answer? A new line of BI Agents designed to unshackle data teams from the drudgery of manual tasks, freeing them to focus on, well, thinking. This isn’t just about faster dashboards; it’s […]

Xiaomi’s HyperOS 4, built on the foundation of Android 17, is poised to be more than just an operating system update; it could redefine mobile gaming. Early indications suggest a significant emphasis on enhancing the mobile gaming experience, potentially transforming Xiaomi phones into powerful handheld consoles. This has major implications for the mobile gaming market, […]

The saga of Borderlands 4 on PC has been a bumpy ride, to say the least. Plagued by performance issues at launch, many gamers felt like they were fighting the game’s optimization as much as the hordes of psychos. But a new update promises to turn the tide, bringing significant performance boosts and addressing the […]

Stablecoins, once hailed as the bridge between traditional finance and the crypto world, are facing a harsh reality check. The dream of seamless, borderless transactions is bumping against the limitations of the very technology underpinning them, particularly when it comes to data validation speeds, potentially hindering their widespread adoption. While the crypto community buzzes about […]

The future of decentralized finance (DeFi) is being hotly debated as Citadel Securities pushes for increased regulatory oversight. The investment firm is urging the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to apply stricter regulations to DeFi protocols that deal with tokenized securities. This request has sparked significant discussion, contrasting traditional financial practices with the evolving […]