Economists, those so-called wise men, are betting on headline inflation ticking up just a smidge, month-over-month. Annual inflation? They’re pegging it at around 2.5%. Core CPI, the one that ignores the whims of food and energy, is expected to show prices as sticky as a summer day in the valley. No relief in sight, it seems.
Imagine, if you will, a world where stablecoins, real-world assets, and institutional transactions are no longer left to fend for themselves in the wild west of blockchain. No, no! With XLS-85, they are cradled in the warm embrace of the XRPL’s escrow system, secure and serene. What a time to be alive!
Some open-world RPGs take player choice to the extreme, with mistakes and bad decisions having surprisingly far-reaching consequences. These can include losing important characters, missing out on quests or endings, or even permanently altering the game world – sometimes to the point of destroying entire areas. Revisiting a place you’ve irrevocably changed can be a powerful experience, really emphasizing the impact of your actions. Here are some of the best open-world RPGs where players can accidentally – or intentionally – cause lasting damage to the game world, along with some of the most striking examples.
It’s been a while since the last major Rayman game, Rayman Legends, came out in 2013, and fans have been playing spin-offs in the meantime. But interest in the Rayman series has actually grown, especially with the original game nearing its 30th anniversary. Rumors of remakes from Ubisoft and hints on social media from the game’s creators have given platformer fans hope for a new installment. While details are still under wraps, it’s clear the beloved series isn’t being forgotten.
Since Borderlands 4 launched in September 2025, Gearbox has been regularly giving players new outfits for their characters. These outfits are distributed through SHiFT codes, which players need to enter into the game to claim them. SHiFT codes also provide Golden Keys, used to unlock free items. Gearbox has been very generous with these codes for Borderlands 4, and it doesn’t look like they’ll be stopping anytime soon.
There ain’t no official confirmation from SWIFT or Ripple that such a meal ever took place, nor a solemn proclamation of partnership. Still, the mere possibility keeps the town talkin’ and the ledger tickin’ like a clock that’s forgot to wind down.
Ce cher Peter, ardent défenseur de l’ or, a partagé sur le réseau social X le 11 février que notre bon vieux dollar se dirige droit vers une chute vertigineuse, prophétisant des prix d’ or, d’argent, et du pétrole qui vont exploser, tout en exhortant les investisseurs à abandonner leurs actifs américains pour des marchés plus prometteurs. Quelle comédie!
A new consensus algorithm leverages quantum key distribution and dynamic node membership to build a blockchain resilient to attacks from future quantum computers.
Players can now get personal housing in Azeroth! The feature is available for early access with Patch 11.2.7 and will be fully released in the pre-expansion update for World of Warcraft: Midnight. As with many new features in World of Warcraft, Blizzard will be offering unique decorations for your home through the in-game store. These items will be purchased using Hearthsteel, a new premium currency.
As a big Mewgenics fan, I’ve found this guide to be a lifesaver! It walks you through everything you need to know about breeding, which means I can really concentrate on getting the best upgrades and tackling missions with super-strong cats. It’s helped me speed things up a lot!