Big money is pouring into blockchains that keep things private. Three new networks—Arc, Canton, and Tempo—have pulled in over a billion dollars together. That shows companies really want ways to move money without everyone watching. Circle just raised $222 million for Arc, a stablecoin-focused netw
Recent data shows that violent thefts targeting cryptocurrency owners have climbed sharply, with losses topping $101 million in the first four months of 2026. A security firm that tracks these incidents reports that only 34 attacks have been recorded worldwide, yet the damage has nearly doubled comp
New York City is rolling out rules on how artificial intelligence can be used in its public schools, but many parents and teachers aren't happy. Over 6, 000 people shared their opinions during the 45-day feedback period that just ended. Critics say the plan is rushed and may harm students by making
A huge settlement of about $400 million is close to being finalized between the U. S. government and TikTok, according to sources familiar with the case. The money comes after a lawsuit that accused the app of gathering private data from children under 13 without parental approval. The case was brou
Technology today can track almost everything about our daily lives—from sleep patterns to step counts. Artificial intelligence could soon use this data to guess how we're feeling. But if the AI works like a mystery box, spitting out results without any reasoning, people won't trust it. Imagine an ap
Minneapolis is thinking about adding drones to its emergency toolkit. City Council member LaTrisha Vetaw has asked staff to investigate how drones might help with 911 calls. The goal is to see if a drone can reach an incident faster than people on the ground, give first responders a better vie
The city wants Lyft to skip facial recognition when checking Citi Bike riders’ ages. Instead of trusting a system that scans faces, officials worry about hackers stealing that data. Young riders, in particular, could be left exposed if a database gets breached. City Hall also points to studies showi
The story begins with a film producer who once worked for a major TV show. She remembers an interview she conducted in 1998 with a well‑known actress who was dating a popular comedian at the time. The producer felt that rumors were swirling about a possible romance between the actress and the comedi
The company offers a range of tools for both professional and personal investors. It sells its products through licenses or subscriptions, charging a fee that is a percentage of the assets it manages. In addition, it runs conferences and sells sponsorship deals that bring extra revenue. Infor
Every time your phone updates your location, it’s not just sharing that data with your carrier. Tech companies, app developers, and even local governments collect this information to help sell ads, solve crimes, or sometimes just keep an eye on people. The Supreme Court is now deciding whether polic
