TECHNOLOGY

Mar 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Cryptocurrency Ads and the Fear of Losing Control

Coinbase’s latest commercial suggests that many people feel stuck in a system that no longer moves them forward. The ad uses the idea of an “NPC” – a character in video games that follows preset rules – to show how some feel like they are simply going through the motions. The message is that i

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Mar 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

New AI‑Powered Payment System Debuts on Tempo Blockchain

Tempo, a crypto company backed by Stripe, has launched its own blockchain and an AI‑driven payment protocol that can work across different blockchains. The network began in a testing stage for about three and a half months before going live on Wednesday. The team says the idea of “agentic payment

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Mar 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Sky‑High Test Flights: Eight States Picked to Pilot Flying Taxis

The Federal Aviation Administration has chosen eight projects from a pool of more than thirty to test electric vertical take‑off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles in real airspace. These projects, spread across 26 states, will experiment with everything from city rides to cargo drops and medical transpor

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Mar 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Clear Aligners and 3D Printing: A Manufacturing Revolution in Orthodontics

The company behind one of the most popular clear aligner systems has quietly become the largest consumer of 3D printers worldwide. Instead of relying on traditional mold-making, this company is now shifting its entire production to direct 3D printing of plastic aligners. The move aims to cut costs,

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a Starlink Launch

The day began early in Florida, where a Falcon 9 rocket was set to lift off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The mission, called Starlink 10‑46, carried 29 new satellites that will join the growing network of low‑Earth orbit internet nodes. Launch time was fixed for 9:27 a. m. , and the c

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

New AI Graphics Tech Sparks Big Gamer Backlash

The new DLSS 5 promise from Nvidia has stirred a storm among players and creators. Earlier versions of the technology helped boost game speed and clarity, but this update dives deeper into real‑time AI to overhaul lighting and textures. Nvidia markets it as a leap toward Hollywood‑style visuals, cla

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Oppo’s New Foldable: A Smart, Slim Phone That Stands Out

Oppo has released a fresh foldable that could catch the eye of tech lovers who prefer a sleek, powerful phone. The new model arrives only in Asian markets for now, but its design and specs suggest it can compete with the top foldables on the market. The company’s main focus is making the crease alm

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s New Budget Mac Book Opens a Door for Students

Apple has introduced a new MacBook model that can be bought by students for just $499. This price is lower than any previous MacBook, making it easier for parents and schools to buy one. Before this, the cheapest Apple laptop started at $999, so many families could not afford a MacBook for the

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

The New XPS 16: Slim, Fast and Still a Top Pick

Dell has bounced back from almost dropping its XPS line, and the 2026 model shows why the brand still matters. The new laptop drops almost a pound from its predecessor, weighing just 3. 65 pounds for the standard build and 3. 85 for the heavier LCD version. That makes it lighter than a typical 16‑in

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

iPhones vs iPads: What the Big Phone Can Do That the Tablet Can't

iPhones still lead Apple’s lineup, and that shows in a few practical ways. First, phones can talk. Even the newest iPads with cellular data don’t get a phone number, so they can only receive calls that the paired iPhone forwards. Without a separate number, iPads can’t sign up for apps like WhatsA

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