Ripple’s XRP, that fickle wretch of a token, did not escape the fashion of folly; it tumbled to its nadir since November 2024 (on most stalls of trade) at a touch above $1.50. Since that tumble, there hath been a modest recovery-now it sits beyond $1.60-but the sentiment remains draped in sombre velvet, bearish as a winter’s night.
![A safety filter, learned solely from system transitions, employs a safety critic to map states and constraints to safety valuations and their derivatives, which then inform a quadratic programming solver-in conjunction with initial reference inputs-to generate demonstrably safe control actions, as evidenced by its ability to stabilize an inherently unstable system even when subjected to aggressive [latex] \pm 1 [/latex] reference commands.](https://arxiv.org/html/2601.21297v1/Figures/Thumbnail_v5.png)
A new data-driven approach enables safe control of complex systems, even when their internal dynamics are unknown.
Ripple (XRP) hit $1.5000, down 55% from its 2025 high. Ouch. Investors are crying into their lattes. Billions gone. But hey, at least they’ve got stories to tell at cocktail parties.
Heartopia, a free-to-play life simulation game, launched on January 17th. Developed by XD Inc. based in Shanghai, China, it’s available on PC through Steam, as well as on Android and iOS devices. Since its release, XD has regularly shared promo codes to give players small, temporary bonuses and keep them engaged.
In Persona 5, players form closer relationships with their teammates through dates and casual hangouts, which can even lead to romantic connections. Leaving aside traditional Japanese role-playing games, let’s explore some games inspired by Western culture that allow you to create your own character. We’ll also consider massively multiplayer online games and ‘Souls-like’ games, even those made in Japan, as they represent a different style than the games we’ll be focusing on.
If you enjoy building bases in open-world RPGs as a fun side activity, here are some games you might like, tailored to different preferences. I’ve included sci-fi, post-apocalyptic, and medieval fantasy options, all with detailed open worlds offering diverse environments for your settlements. I’ll be ranking these games based on how robust and varied their base-building tools are.
Minecraft has been bringing popular franchises into its world through downloadable content (DLC). Past DLC packs have already featured characters and settings from The Smurfs, SpongeBob SquarePants, Super Mario, and more, offering players new skins and unique areas to explore. Now, Minecraft is adding Bluey and Bingo to the mix with a brand new Bluey-themed adventure.
Players of the game Roblox can use codes in Sorcerer Ascent to earn free rewards like Soul Points. These rewards can make the game easier and faster to progress. This guide will show you everything you need to know to get started.
Researchers have expanded the capabilities of automated protocol analysis to encompass the full algebraic power of Diffie-Hellman groups, unlocking more robust security proofs.
Despite some strange visual effects, the fifth season of Stranger Things disappointed many longtime fans. A big jump in time from season four left several interesting storylines unresolved. While an animated spin-off, Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, is coming soon, it doesn’t seem like it will offer much that’s new. Many viewers were unhappy with the season – did the creators, the Duffer brothers, actually use artificial intelligence to write the script?