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Mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrency in the U.S. continues to stall despite a surge in institutional adoption and political attention. According to a new Gallup survey, just 14% of U.S. adults currently own bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies — a modest rise from previous years, but still far from widespread adoption. Demographics tell the real story. The typical crypto owner is a…

Recent activity from Nokia’s official community channels hints at a potential resurgence in the smartphone sector, challenging the common perception that the brand had shifted focus primarily to feature phones. The company’s Community Manager revealed on Reddit that Nokia is actively seeking a manufacturing partner for new mobile devices. A preference for a "large-scale" manufacturing facility was emphasized, suggesting Nokia…

Facing sweeping changes from the European Union, Meta announced it will stop allowing political, electoral, and social issue ads across its platforms within the EU starting October 2025. This decision follows the introduction of the EU’s Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising (TTPA) regulations, which Meta describes as “unworkable” due to the complex operational and legal challenges they present. The…

Shockwaves ripple through the tech industry as Intel confirms massive restructuring plans that will leave tens of thousands without jobs and halt several flagship international operations. After months of vague language about “headcount actions,” Intel has come clean in its Q2 2025 earnings report: the chipmaker is undergoing a seismic shift, cutting approximately 24,000 employees — nearly a quarter of…

Billionaire Jeff Bezos has sold a staggering $737 million worth of Amazon shares just days after his highly publicized wedding to Lauren Sanchez in Venice, Italy. The three-day event, attended by celebrities and business elites, reportedly cost around $50 million and drew criticism from some locals over its opulence and disruption. The timing of the stock sale raises eyebrows—but for…

Responding to mounting concerns from lawmakers and the public, Meta has unveiled a fresh set of safety features aimed at shielding teenage users from online exploitation on Instagram. These updates include enhanced direct messaging restrictions and new alerts that help teens identify potentially harmful interactions before they escalate. Safety Notices will now show teens more detailed information about people they…

Ethereum’s momentum is once again dominating the crypto conversation, with analysts now placing $15,000 firmly on the radar. After a sharp 8.12% surge over 24 hours to $3,425.50, ETH’s market sentiment has flipped bullish, fueled by institutional buying and growing excitement around upcoming network upgrades. Daily trading volume for Ethereum has surged past $53.5 billion — a staggering 39.55% increase.…

Facing a wave of over 15,000 layoffs in recent months, Microsoft has doubled down on artificial intelligence — not just as a product, but as a workplace expectation. Remaining employees are being told that AI is now “core to every role,” with usage increasingly factored into performance evaluations. Julia Liuson, president of Microsoft’s Developer Division, made it clear in a…

Unusual movements in the US dollar suggest it may soon behave more like a risky asset than a traditional safe haven, Goldman Sachs analysts warn. Despite recent stabilization, the greenback’s correlation with global volatility indexes remains near historic lows, indicating a departure from its classic role as a refuge in times of market stress. Elevated policy uncertainty tied to trade…

Change is sweeping across YouTube as the platform introduces new monetization policies aimed squarely at AI-generated and “low-effort” content, sparking both anxiety and cautious optimism among creators worldwide. From July 15, 2025, YouTube’s Partner Program (YPP) will adopt stricter criteria for what qualifies as monetizable content. The platform is sending a clear message: mass-produced videos with minimal human input—like voice-over…

Silicon Valley’s crown has a new jewel, as Nvidia catapulted its market capitalization to an astonishing $4 trillion on Wednesday, becoming the first public company worldwide to touch this milestone and intensifying the seismic shift AI has sparked across global markets. Momentum has been relentless for the California-based chip giant, whose shares climbed as much as 2.5% to an all-time…

Digital news publishers are caught in a challenging transition as AI-driven platforms like ChatGPT increasingly shape how users consume information. A recent analysis by digital market intelligence firm Similarweb reveals that while referrals from ChatGPT to news websites have surged dramatically, this growth falls short of compensating for a steep decline in organic search traffic caused by evolving user behavior.…

Hollywood’s love affair with adrenaline-fueled racing found a spectacular outlet this June as Apple’s F1 movie, starring Brad Pitt, zoomed to one of the biggest IMAX openings ever. The film pulled in a stunning $28 million from IMAX theaters alone, making up nearly 19% of its global box office and securing the fourth-largest IMAX debut in history. Audiences are drawn…

Tech giants may soon face a fresh reality in the UK as Google comes under pressure to share the spotlight with competing search engines, following signals from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) about potential regulatory action. Regulators have outlined a roadmap that could compel Google to introduce “choice screens” offering users alternatives to its own search service—a move reminiscent…

Emerging as a clear leader, SpaceX’s Starlink satellite network is transforming the experience of in-flight internet. A recent Ookla report highlights how Starlink-powered airlines deliver download speeds and latency rivaling those found in home broadband setups. Highlighting the first quarter of 2025, the study notes Hawaiian Airlines and Qatar Airways topping performance charts with median download speeds soaring to 152.37…