The Israeli regulator has given the green light for a new stablecoin tied to its national currency. Bits of Gold, a Tel Aviv‑based crypto exchange, received permission after a two‑year review and trial run. The token, named BILS, works on the Solana blockchain. Fireblocks helped secure it a
Research shows people with conditions like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder often struggle with obesity at higher rates than the general public. Medications they take and daily habits can lead to weight gain over time. Experts believe this issue needs more attention, especially since mental health
Courts often struggle to draw a clear line between catching criminals and protecting personal freedoms. A recent hearing highlighted this tension as judges weighed whether police should need extra permission to dig into phone location details. The debate centered on a case from Virginia where detect
The Malaysian cashback scene is set to grow fast. Experts predict the market will hit about US$1. 48 billion in 2026 and climb to roughly US$2. 29 billion by 2030, with an annual growth rate of around 11‑12%. This follows a strong rise from 2021 to 2025, when the sector expanded at more than 15% per
When the NBA star Kobe Bryant passed, thousands of Chinese netizens turned to social media for comfort. Rather than keeping their sorrow inside, they used platforms like Weibo and Douyin to remember him together. This shift turned private grief into a public conversation, letting people feel c
The Supreme Court is now deciding if a modern tracking tool called a geofence warrant crosses a legal line. These warrants let police draw a digital boundary around a crime scene and collect location data from every phone inside—even if those people have nothing to do with the crime. The case starte
In a quiet corner of New Mexico, an art school is quietly breaking the mold of how technology and culture can mix. The Institute of American Indian Arts now runs a computer science program where students don’t just learn coding—they explore how machines can listen to fungi, dance with plants, and ev
A recent study looked at how students in Turkey use tech in unhealthy relationships. Over 1, 700 college students took part in a survey that asked about their lifestyle, family background, and how they communicate with partners online. The goal was to find out who might be at risk of digital abuse—l
Coachella isn’t just about music anymore—it’s turning into a test lab for AI. This year, the famous festival teamed up with Google DeepMind to build tools that could change how artists perform and how fans enjoy shows. Instead of sticking to traditional stages, they’re experimenting with AI that can
A private event at Trump’s Florida club over the weekend brought together crypto bigwigs and political figures, including the former president himself. The gathering wasn’t just about networking—it was a stage for Trump to defend his stance on crypto regulations. He made it clear that bank lobbyists
