Circle is planning to launch an international payments network that will allow large corporations to complete settlements via stablecoins. The issuer of the USDC stablecoin released a whitepaper this week detailing possible ways in which stablecoins can upgrade the global payment systems. This system is dubbed the Circle Payments Network (CPN). It has been designed…
Oppo K12s was launched in China on Tuesday. The new handset runs on a Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset and packs a 7,000mAh battery with 80W charging support. The Oppo K12s sports a 6.67-inch display with up to 120Hz refresh rate and is available in three different colour options . Much like other Oppo K-series smartphones,…
Zoom launched several new enterprise-focused features last week, expanding its agentic tools. The San Jose-based communications technology company is introducing several AI agents across the Zoom Workplace, including Custom AI Companion, Zoom Tasks, and more. Additionally, the company is also rolling out multiple new features for its existing products, such as Zoom Phone, Whiteboard, and…
Paul Atkins has been sworn in as the 34th chairperson of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). US President Donald Trump had nominated Atkins for the role earlier this year. The US Senate also confirmed its support for Atkins to take up the role this month. With him at the helm, the SEC will…
Instagram is expanding its Teen Accounts setting, which was first rolled out in 2024, with a new proactive technology and parents’ reach-out campaigns. Announced on Monday, the Meta-owned social media platform is testing the use of AI-powered age detection tools to identify teenagers on the platform who have added an adult birthday. The company says…
Samsung was recently granted a design patent for a rollable smartphone by the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The patent includes details of the handset’s design, and we can expect it to debut as a compact phone that extends vertically to form a larger screen. It could be equipped with a dual rear camera…
Vivo Watch 5 was launched in China on Monday alongside the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Vivo X200s handsets. The smartwatch comes with a 1.43-inch, round AMOLED screen and is claimed to offer up to 22 hours of battery life. It has several AI-backed features and runs on BlueOS 2.0 out-of-the-box. The watch is said…
Ethereum, touted as the most commercial blockchain in existence, is set to undergo a significant upgrade in the coming days. Dubbed “Pectra”, the upgrade is aimed at improving Ethereum’s efficiency, stability, and usability. Initially, the upgrade was slated to be completed around early April, however, owing to the ongoing tests on the upgrade its deployment…
Binance is refreshing the database of its user details in India, the exchange said in an official announcement over the weekend. Binance’s India users have been directed to re-verify their Know-Your-Customer (KYC) details. This instruction will apply to both the new as well as the existing users of the exchange. Access to Binance was restored…
In a world that’s always moving, the right pair of wireless earbuds can seamlessly fit into your routine—whether you’re commuting, working out, or just unplugging for a while. Samsung’s Galaxy Buds3 series steps up to meet that moment, combining everyday practicality with next-gen innovation. Designed for all-day wear and powered by smart AI features, these…