PAR Technology Corp. will buy most of Bridg, a Los Angeles data platform owned by Cardlytics, for between $27. 5 million and $30 million in PAR shares. The deal will close early 2026 after standard approvals. The purchase gives PAR instant access to a rare mix of loyalty and everyday transaction da
Wrtn, a South Korean tech firm, has just announced that its new AI entertainment platform is expected to bring in over $100 million this year. The service, called “Crack” in Korea and “Kyarapu” in Japan, lets users jump into stories where they become the main character. Unlike other AI chatbots that
Mark Hamer, who served as the second‑level officer in the U. S. Justice Department’s antitrust office, has stepped down after nearly a year in the position. He announced his departure on LinkedIn and said he had promised to serve for only a year when he accepted the role. Hamer noted that 2025 wa
Publix Super Markets, known for its friendly service and wide range of products, also runs a charitable arm called Publix Charities. The charity has long helped food banks in the Southeast by giving both money and volunteer hours. Recently, Publix Charities gave the Harry Chapin Food Bank a $200
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to meet the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night at Crypto. com Arena. The showdown will kick off at 8:30 p. m. ET, and fans can catch it on ABC or stream it online. The game comes as the Lakers hold a narrow edge over the Phoenix Suns in the Pacific Division, bo
Algeria has started the steps needed to end a flight agreement it signed with the United Arab Emirates in 2013. The decision was announced by state media on Saturday, but officials did not explain why the country is withdrawing. The agreement, signed in Abu Dhabi and confirmed by a presidential d
Baltimore is still dealing with the aftermath of a recent winter storm. The mayor has said that the emergency is not over yet. People can park on the snow emergency routes again, but they should still be careful. Many places are open again, like recreation centers and courthouses. But some librarie
The streaming service Peacock has seen a significant increase in its user base, adding 3 million new subscribers in the last quarter of 2025. This brings its total subscriber count to 44 million. However, this growth comes with a cost. The company reported a substantial loss of $552 million during t
Apple has made a significant shift in how it offers its professional apps. The company has stopped selling the "Pro Apps Bundle for Education, " which was a popular deal for many users. This bundle included apps like Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage at a discounted price o
In a shocking turn of events, the CEO of a Los Angeles-based homeless charity has been arrested for allegedly misusing millions of dollars meant to help the city's homeless population. Alexander Soofer, 42, is accused of living a lavish lifestyle funded by taxpayer money that was supposed to provide
