StarLadder Budapest Major Playoffs Locked In with Final Eight Teams
Here’s a complete guide to the StarLadder Budapest Major playoffs, with our top picks for who will win.
FaZe Clan’s Karrigan Reveals How Proud He Is of jcobbb
Jakub “jcobbb” Pietruszewski has faced challenges, but he’s continuing to compete at a major level in Counter-Strike esports.
Japan & Tether: Oh, Dear!
This little kerfuffle is causing a spot of bother in the crypto world, specifically for Tether, those charming people responsible for USDT, which, as it happens, is largely propped up by – you guessed it – US Treasuries. A depeg? The very idea!
Altcoin Mania: Is This a Bubble? 🧐
Seven separate Solana ETFs have generated $618.62 million in net inflows since listing, and with $915.08 million in total assets under management, comprise a rather noticeable 1.15% of Solana’s capitalization. A figure that is, one suspects, prone to dramatic fluctuation.
Quantum Gates Get a Resilience Boost with Novel Pulse Design
Researchers have demonstrated significantly improved error protection in solid-state quantum gates using a new pulse engineering technique, bringing scalable quantum networking closer to reality.
Games With The Most Complex Stories
Stories can explore complicated ideas or be set in cultures different from our own, which might introduce unfamiliar customs. Plus, it’s often enjoyable to chat with friends or online communities about these games, especially because they often have surprising and exciting conclusions.
ZKsync Lite: Bye Bye, Little Rollup 👋
ZKsync announced it on X (formerly Twitter, obviously, because where else would they announce a blockchain retirement?), declaring a “planned, orderly sunset.” An orderly sunset! As if a blockchain can experience existential dread while fading into the digital horizon. They assure us it won’t affect other ZKsync things, which is…reassuring, I suppose. Like saying firing one chef won’t affect the entire restaurant. 🤷🏻♀️
New Pokemon TCG 30th Anniversary Release May Include Some Beloved Classic Pokemon
Fans of Pokémon are anticipating the 30th anniversary, and can look to the 25th anniversary celebrations for a preview of what’s to come. The 25th anniversary was marked by special releases, including the “Celebrations” expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This expansion featured both brand new cards and reprints of classic favorites, with a special “Classic Collection” bringing back iconic cards in anniversary editions. Now, as the 30th anniversary approaches, the Pokémon TCG is preparing another product designed to evoke nostalgia.
Quantum Authentication: A New Proof of Identity
Researchers have developed a novel quantum protocol that leverages zero-knowledge proofs to establish a secure and efficient method for verifying digital messages in emerging quantum networks.
Binance’s New License: A Tale of Paperwork and Power! 🧙♂️
Verily, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Abu Dhabi hath bestowed upon Binance.com a complete suite of licenses, as if bestowing a crown upon a king. The exchange now stands fully licensed in the realm of Abu Dhabi, with powers to trade, clear, custody, and broker-deal-like a financial wizard with a wand! 🧙♂️