Senior reporter covering fintech and the startup ecosystem. Finance graduate from National Taiwan University with a CS minor. Former fintech PM in Taipei and VC analyst in Singapore, known for data-driven business analysis of tech trends.
New research suggests that quantum computers might break encryption with fewer resources than previously predicted, accelerating the urgency to adopt post-quantum cryptography.
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Bluesky's new AI assistant, Attie, allows users to leverage natural language commands to build personalized algorithmic feeds. The initiative aims to break the 'algorithmic black box' of major social platforms and return control of content curation to the user.
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Netflix has announced global price hikes of $2 per month for its standard and premium tiers. The move reflects the streaming industry's shift toward focusing on profitability in a mature market.
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Netflix is increasing the monthly subscription fee for all tiers by up to $2, citing a continuing trend of price hikes across major streaming platforms.
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Netflix has announced another round of price hikes across all subscription tiers, with increases of up to 12.5%. This move reflects a broader industry trend of rising costs among major streaming services as companies seek to bolster profitability.
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Anthropic has filed sworn declarations in federal court to refute Pentagon claims that its AI models pose a national security risk. The developer argues the government's fears of wartime sabotage are based on technical misunderstandings. This legal battle could redefine how AI contractors are vetted for military use under the Administrative Procedure Act.
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Charles Bennett and Gilles Brassard have won the 2026 Turing Award for their pioneering work in quantum cryptography (BB84 protocol) and quantum information theory. Their research provides a foundation for physically secure communications in an era where quantum computers threaten traditional encryption.
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Arizona has filed historic criminal charges against the prediction market Kalshi, labeling it an 'illegal gambling business.' This case sets up a massive legal showdown over federal preemption vs. state power. A defeat for Kalshi could cripple the US prediction market industry, potentially driving users toward offshore, unregulated platforms.
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Adobe has agreed to a $75 million settlement with the U.S. DOJ over allegations of misleading subscription practices and hidden cancellation fees. The case targets the use of 'dark patterns' and signals a major crackdown on the SaaS industry's recurring revenue tactics.
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Apple has launched its most affordable hardware yet: the $599 MacBook Neo and the iPhone 17e, signaling a major move into the budget market. Simultaneously, the flagship M5 Max chip demonstrated massive performance gains in benchmarks. With one in four iPhones now made in India, Apple’s supply chain shift is enabling more competitive pricing for mass consumers.
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MWC 2026 is defined by radical hardware innovation, featuring Honor's 'Robot Phone' with a movable camera arm and Lenovo's Legion Go Fold, a gaming handheld with a folding POLED screen. Honor also set new standards for foldables with the IP69-rated Magic V6.
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MWC 2026 highlighted a resurgence in hardware innovation, with Lenovo unveiling a modular ThinkBook featuring magnetic secondary screens and the Legion Go Fold gaming handheld. Honor showcased a robotic phone with a movable camera and teased battery tech exceeding 7,000 mAh, signaling a shift toward more flexible and autonomous hardware designs.
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Stripe's valuation has surged 74% to $159 billion following a new tender offer. The payment giant is now reportedly exploring a massive acquisition of its competitor PayPal, or its core business units.
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