DIGITAL

May 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

CNN steps into the weather app race with a simple tool

Leading news stations have finally noticed something obvious: people care about the weather right next to their daily traffic and school reports. The newest entry is a weather-focused app from a major broadcasting name. It mixes standard forecasts with climate updates and interactive radar. For now,

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May 13 2026FINANCE

People with crypto investments are spending less and saving more

A new study shows over a third of US crypto traders are cutting back on daily expenses because their digital money isn’t worth as much as before. About 36% have reduced spending on things like food, entertainment, or transportation. For 10% of those, the cuts are big enough to affect their quality o

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May 12 2026BUSINESS

BuzzFeed sells to Byron Allen in major shake-up

A major digital media player is changing hands. BuzzFeed Inc. , once a high-flying online powerhouse, is selling its majority stake to entertainment entrepreneur Byron Allen for $120 million. The deal covers 52% of the company, with Allen acquiring 40 million shares at $3 each. He kicks off the deal

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May 11 2026FINANCE

Digital Asset Startup Secures $300 Million in Funding

A blockchain platform that powers major banks and traders has attracted a hefty investment round. The company, known as Digital Asset Holdings LLC, announced it will raise about $300 million from a group of investors led by Andreessen Horowitz’s crypto arm, a16z crypto. The deal values the firm at r

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May 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Digital tools and older adults: what do they really think?

As people live longer, more daily tasks—from banking to doctor visits—are moving online. But many older adults face challenges keeping up with these changes. A recent look into their experiences shows mixed feelings about digital services. Some see them as helpful tools that make life easier. Others

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May 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

Melbourne businesses bet big on managed IT in 2026

Melbourne’s business scene in 2026 is all about speed and survival. Companies in shops, banks, hospitals, and building sites are racing to keep up with tech that changes every week. Old-school IT help that only fixes problems after they break isn’t cutting it anymore. Instead, many are hiring outsid

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May 09 2026EDUCATION

Digital School Alert: Utah Students and Parents on Guard After Canvas Hack

Utah’s schools, from elementary to university, are on high alert after a nationwide attack on the Canvas learning platform. The breach, carried out by a group called ShinyHunters, hit nearly 9, 000 schools worldwide and exposed billions of private messages. The hackers threatened to leak the data bu

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May 09 2026LIFESTYLE

Why Some People Love Dating Someone Who Isn’t Glued to Their Phone

A trend called the “Luddite boyfriend” is popping up on dating apps and TikTok — guys who don’t use Instagram, swipe left on social media, and actually talk to their partners instead of staring at screens. In big cities where dating feels like a never-ending job with terrible pay, some women say thi

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May 09 2026CRYPTO

Kraken’s push for a federal bank license to handle crypto safely

The company behind Kraken wants to become a full-fledged federal bank just for cryptocurrency. They’ve asked regulators for a special trust charter, which would let them offer official custody services to big investors and businesses. If approved, this new Payward National Trust Company could keep d

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May 09 2026HEALTH

Digital Footprints: How Our Tech Habits Shape Health Over Time

Every swipe, click, and notification leaves a trace. Over years, these digital footprints add up to a hidden layer of health influences most people never consider. Researchers argue that the time we spend online isn’t just about entertainment—it actively rewires our biology and behavior in ways that

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