Reuters : Mastercard agrees to acquire UK-based stablecoin payments infrastructure startup BVNK for $1.8B, including $300M in contingent payments, set to close in 2026 —  Mastercard (MA.N) said on Tuesday it would buy stablecoin payments infrastructure firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion.

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The post Samsung Confirms Galaxy Z TriFold Is Done—No Explanation Given appeared first on Android Headlines .

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Eleven tech giants and major retailers have signed up to a new anti-scam initiative ahead of a United Nations global fraud summit. The Industry Accord Against Online Scams & Fraud recognizes the growing use of AI by criminal gangs to create more convincing scams, and pledges cooperation between the companies to combat this … more…

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Sam Altman admits ChatGPT’s real appeal isn’t its intelligence, it’s its personality, as OpenAI moves to fix tone issues after user backlash.

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This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Where OpenAI’s technology could show up in Iran  OpenAI has controversially agreed to give the Pentagon access to its AI. But where exactly could its tech show up, and which applications…

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Apple replaced the $4,999+ Pro Display XDR with the better, more affordable Studio Display XDR, so we thought we'd pick one up to test out and compare to the now-discontinued Pro Display XDR. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The ‌Studio Display‌ XDR is the same size as the ‌Studio Display‌ at 27 inches, and it has the same 5K resolution. It's smaller than the 32-inch Pro Display XDR that had a 6K display, and that's probably going to be a major downside for people who prefer larger display sizes. A 32-inch display size works well for a single monitor setup, but 27 inches feels comparatively smaller and is better for multi-display setups. Apple designed the Pro Display XDR with the same perforated, vented back panel that it used for the Mac Pro , and in comparison, the ‌Studio Display‌ XDR is plainer because it adopts the ‌Studio Display‌ look. With those downsides out of the way, almost every other ‌Studio Display‌ XDR feature is an improvement over the Pro Display XDR. It uses a mini-LED panel with 2,304 local dimming zones (the Pro Display XDR was limited to 576 local dimming zones). It's brighter than the Pro Display XDR, with deeper blacks, better contrast, and improved HDR. The display is bright enough to match the mini-LED MacBook Pro , and it's really the only display that pairs well with Apple's high-end notebook. The ‌Studio Display‌ XDR also supports a variable refresh rate from 47Hz to 120Hz, which Apple calls Adaptive Sync. It's not as noticeable as it is on a smaller display, but you can tell a difference when gaming, scrolling quickly, or using the ‌Studio Display‌ XDR next to another display that doesn't support a 120Hz refresh rate. While the Pro Display XDR didn't come with a camera or speakers, the ‌Studio Display‌ XDR does. It has a 12-megapixel Center Stage camera for video calls and a six-speaker audio system that's ideal for most things you want to do on a Mac. There are two Thunderbolt 5 ports, one upstream and one downstream, so you can daisy-chain multiple displays together. 140W passthrough charging is available, and there are also two USB-C ports for connecting peripherals. The Pro Display XDR did not have dual Thunderbolt ports for daisy-chaining displays, so the addition of an extra Thunderbolt port adds more setup versatility. The ‌Studio Display‌ XDR is a solid upgrade over most displays, and there are very few monitors on the market that can match what Apple is offering. Given the $3,299 price point and the focus on professional use, the ‌Studio Display‌ XDR isn't for the average Mac user. The standard ‌Studio Display‌ is better suited to more casual use, and most people can even get away with a cheaper 4K display from a third-party manufacturer. Related Roundup: Studio Display Buyer's Guide: Displays (Buy Now) Related Forum: Mac Accessories This article, " Apple Studio Display XDR Hands-On: Better Than the Pro Display XDR in Almost Every Way " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Massachusetts regulators handed down $80,500 in fines to five licensed sportsbooks after uncovering eight separate violations tied largely to prohibited… Continue reading Massachusetts regulators fine Fanatics, FanDuel, BetMGM, DraftKings and Caesars $80.5K for betting violations The post Massachusetts regulators fine Fanatics, FanDuel, BetMGM, DraftKings and Caesars $80.5K for betting violations appeared first on ReadWrite .

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Logitech G's new RS H-Shifter brings 7-speed manual shifting to your sim rig with Hall Effect sensors, real-world-inspired lockouts, and wide platform compatibility. The post Logitech’s new RS H-Shifter might be the best upgrade for your sim racing setup appeared first on Digital Trends .

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It's getting to the point of state-level legislation.

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Natasha Mascarenhas / Bloomberg : Enterprise AI automation startup Standard Template Labs raised a $49M seed co-led by Iconiq and CRV, a source says at a $300M post-money valuation —  The deal is Iconiq's first-ever startup incubation.  —  Standard Template Labs, founded by former Datadog Inc. President Amit Agarwal …

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Anbernic built its name on retro clones, but a new leak shows the company trying something original. A video reveals a square Android handheld with a screen that swivels to expose hidden controls, borrowing the Flipout's mechanical trick for emulation. The post Remember the Nokia Twist and Motorola Flipout? This handheld brings their weirdest trick back appeared first on Digital Trends .

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The post OPPO Find N6 Review: The Gold Standard of Foldables in 2026 appeared first on Android Headlines .

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Years ago, LucasArts was making a Star Wars FPS called Star Wars: First Assault. It was never released, but now the game is playable thanks to fans who found a way to get the game's closed technical beta working online. People are playing it and posting footage, including popular streamer jackfrags. He posted 10 minutes of gameplay footage from the game and showed off its mechanics. The game looks pretty polished, and according to developer Patrick Wren, the game was only "months away" from releasing before it was canceled. Commenting on the newly released footage, Wren said , "It has been wild seeing people play a game I worked on over 10 years ago. It's been amazing and sad at the same time. But overall, I am grateful people at least get to play a slice of what could have been." Continue Reading at GameSpot

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Annie Lee / Bloomberg : Darton Commodities: the global cobalt shortage is set to persist through 2030, after Congo limited exports in 2025; the DRC accounts for 70%+ of global supply —  A global cobalt shortage is expected to persist through the end of this decade as export restrictions from top producer Democratic Republic …

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There are huge price cuts on almost all Philips Hue lights and accessories in the official store, with deals that smash Amazon's current offerings.

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The post OPPO's Find N6 Proves Samsung Had No Excuse to Ditch the S Pen appeared first on Android Headlines .

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