Planet orbits so close to its star that their magnetic fields connect
A planet orbits its star close enough that their magnetic fields link together at certain points in the orbital and stellar cycles. The star's chromosphere brightens when this magnetic connection occurs during the planet's orbit.
Erling Haaland v Kylian Mbappé: how the Norway and France hitmen match up
Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé face each other in a World Cup match while both leading the Golden Boot race with two goals in their first two games each. Haaland excels as a penalty area player finding dangerous spaces, while Mbappé prefers dribbling from wide areas.
Xbox prices are rising again after Microsoft helped drive up component costs
Xbox console prices are rising due to increased component costs in the manufacturing supply chain. Microsoft's demand for parts has contributed to broader cost pressures affecting electronics production across the industry.
a16z-backed Base Power is offering cheaper electricity to the power grid that needs it most
Home batteries installed by Base Power provide backup electricity to individual properties while supplying power to the grid during peak demand periods. The system bypasses traditional utility approval processes that typically delay infrastructure projects by months or years.
The true cost of a decent living wage in SA
South Africa's Living Wage Network has established specific indicators for calculating fair wages that enable workers to afford basic needs with dignity. The chair, Professor Ines Meyer, is calling on employers to raise pay standards based on these indicators to improve quality of life across the country.
Strategy's yield-generating STRC stock is more correlated with BTC than ever
STRC stock's correlation with Bitcoin has increased to near-perfect lockstep movement, eliminating its previous function as a diversified income generator. The stock's price movements now track Bitcoin volatility rather than provide the stable yields that originally differentiated it from direct crypto exposure.
A decade of shaping natural hair stories with passion
Thokozile Mangwiro founded Nilotiqa, a luxury natural hair product line, after her own hair experiences inspired her to create alternatives. Over ten years, the brand has developed formulations specifically designed for natural coils and textured hair types.
MicroStrategy Preferred Stock Crashes 25% But Arkham Says Not a Crisis for Michael Saylor
MicroStrategy's STRC preferred stock dropped 25% below par value following Bitcoin's decline. Arkham Intelligence concluded that Michael Saylor's Bitcoin holdings would not trigger forced liquidation despite the stock's movement.
Itac defends decision to maintain wheat reference price
Itac maintained its wheat reference price floor amid criticism from GrainSA, with chief commissioner Ayabonga Cawe arguing the decision balances sector support with market stability. The organization defended the price floor as sufficiently flexible to address industry concerns while preventing excessive market volatility.
Anthropic’s Claude is winning over paid consumers, a market owned by ChatGPT
Claude is converting paying customers from ChatGPT's premium tier through better performance on specific tasks. Anthropic has captured meaningful market share in the subscription segment, competing directly against OpenAI's established paid user base.
Digital investing: Expanding access to wealth creation
Digital investment platforms in South Africa are incorporating game-like features such as points, leaderboards, and rewards to encourage retail participation in wealth-building. Liberty executive Ryan Switala argues these gamification mechanics lower psychological barriers and make financial growth more accessible to ordinary citizens previously excluded from traditional investment vehicles.
Namibië sê weer nee vir Starlink
Namibia rejected Starlink's satellite internet service for a second time, citing concerns about foreign control and protecting local competitors. The government maintains restrictions on foreign-operated telecommunications infrastructure in the country.
Daar is lewe in die boubedryf
South Africa's construction sector is attracting new investment and creating jobs after years of decline. Economist Dr Roelof Botha identified signs of recovery in the industry.
Vervaardigerspryse styg meer as wat verwag is
Producer prices increased beyond expectations, signaling emerging inflationary pressure in the economy. The Reserve Bank may need to adjust its interest rate policy in response to these elevated cost pressures at the production level.
XRP risks drop below $1, but onchain data highlights silver lining
Whale traders are accumulating XRP and transferring coins off exchanges despite the token risking a fall below $1. Onchain data shows these large holders believe in price recovery potential based on their buying patterns and exchange withdrawals.
a16z-backed crypto firm rebrands, shifts focus to solving AI’s global copyright headache
A crypto startup backed by a16z raised $140 million to address AI copyright issues by creating a system that tracks data consent and licensing for training materials. The platform will enable technology companies to demonstrate they legally obtained the data used to train their AI models.
21shares trims 2026 crypto forecasts despite institutional adoption gains
21Shares reduced its 2026 cryptocurrency price forecasts despite growing institutional adoption through ETFs and other investment vehicles. The asset manager cited a disconnect between crypto valuations and the underlying technology's advancement.
General Intuition’s $2.3B bet that video games can train AI agents for the real world
General Intuition raised $320 million to train AI agents using millions of hours of video game footage, betting that gaming environments can develop human-like thinking capabilities. The startup believes action-based learning in games transfers to real-world problem-solving better than traditional training methods.
Databricks’ former AI chief thinks he can cut AI’s power bill by 1,000x
Un-0, an image-generation tool, claims to reduce AI energy consumption by 1,000 times while matching traditional system performance. The technology was launched by Databricks' former AI chief.
Luxury spending now driven by experiences and 'inheritourism'
Luxury experience spending is projected to grow 3 to 7 percent annually, outpacing physical goods sales growth of 1 to 4 percent. A trend called inheritourism, where wealthy individuals travel to visit properties or locations tied to family heritage, is emerging as a driver of this experiential luxury market.
Kraken, Maple launch onchain warehouse facility for crypto-backed institutional loans
Kraken and Maple Finance launched an onchain warehouse facility that allows institutions to borrow against crypto assets using traditional finance lending structures. The facility enables Kraken to extend lending services to larger institutional clients through blockchain infrastructure.
Hacked Klue says criminals are deleting stolen customer data, but now other hackers are making threats
A second criminal group is demanding ransom from market research firm Klue after the original hackers who stole customer data began deleting it. The competing criminals are threatening to release the information unless paid, while the initial breach left customers' personal details compromised.
Samsung’s new budget phone costs $50 more despite downgrades
Samsung's new budget phone costs $50 more than its predecessor despite including fewer features and lower specifications. The phone's price increased while the company reduced key technical components in the device.
EverQuest Legends is a powerful nostalgia machine
EverQuest Legends is a mobile game that recreates the classic MMO experience for players on smartphones. The game features the dungeon-crawling gameplay and character progression systems that defined the original EverQuest.
Bungie hit with ‘significant’ layoffs after ending Destiny 2
Bungie laid off a significant portion of its workforce following the decision to end development on Destiny 2. The studio cited financial pressures and restructuring needs as the primary reasons for the cuts.
How the World Cup became a US streaming success story
US streaming platforms recorded record viewership for World Cup matches by making games easily accessible online. The strategy successfully attracted younger audiences and established soccer as a mainstream sport in America through digital distribution.
Slate’s electric truck: all the news about the ultra-minimal EV
An electric truck with stripped-down design and minimal features costs significantly less than conventional EVs. The ultra-minimal approach removes non-essential components to prioritize basic utility and affordability over advanced technology.
Oppo’s Bubble selfie screen is crying out for Qi2
Oppo's selfie camera hides beneath a bubble-shaped screen that pops up when activated. The device lacks Qi2 wireless charging compatibility, though the design would benefit from this technology.
BYOK is my new go-to distraction-free writing tool
BYOK is a distraction-free writing tool that removes visual clutter to help users maintain focus while composing text. The tool appeals to writers seeking simpler alternatives to conventional word processors with fewer interface elements.
PCE Inflation Shakes Markets: Nasdaq Rally Collapses, Bitcoin Falls to New 2026 Low
Bitcoin declined to $58,000 after May PCE inflation data diminished expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, causing $1.26 billion in liquidations across crypto markets. The price drop marked a new low for 2026.