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Google's AirDrop-like feature might finally come to the Pixel 9 - Professional coverage
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Google’s AirDrop-like feature might finally come to the Pixel 9

According to GSM Arena, the latest Android Canary build for the Google Pixel 9 series now includes the system files…

Canonical's AI-Generated Code Was "Plain Wrong" - Professional coverage
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Canonical’s AI-Generated Code Was “Plain Wrong”

According to Phoronix, Canonical has been experimenting with AI to modernize its legacy Ubuntu Error Tracker, a system for reporting…

Nike Sells Off Its NFT Bet RTFKT, Trump Pushes $200B Mortgage Buy - Professional coverage
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Nike Sells Off Its NFT Bet RTFKT, Trump Pushes $200B Mortgage Buy

According to Bloomberg Business, Nike Inc. has sold its digital products subsidiary RTFKT, pronounced "artifact," roughly one year after shuttering…

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UK Regulator Confirms Apple and Google Hold Strategic Market Status in Mobile Sector

British competition authorities have formally designated both Apple and Google as holding strategic market status in mobile platforms. The decision could lead to significant regulatory changes including potential sideloading requirements for Apple devices in the UK market.

UK Competition Watchdog Confirms Tech Giants’ Market Dominance

The United Kingdom’s Competition and Markets Authority has officially designated both Apple and Google as companies with strategic market status (SMS) in mobile platforms, according to reports from the regulatory body. The designation follows a comprehensive investigation into both technology giants and could result in significant new regulatory obligations for their UK operations.

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Spanish Internet Crackdown Sparks Massive VPN Adoption Wave

Spanish internet users are flocking to VPN services as new anti-piracy measures create widespread access issues. Proton VPN reports a massive 2,500% increase in Spanish sign-ups following implementation of aggressive blocking orders.

VPN Usage Skyrockets Amid Spanish Internet Restrictions

Spain is experiencing a dramatic surge in virtual private network adoption as sweeping anti-piracy measures implemented in recent weeks have led to significant collateral damage for legitimate internet services, according to industry reports. Swiss-based Proton VPN announced it witnessed a staggering 2,500% increase in Spanish sign-ups for its free service, directly coinciding with new government-backed piracy crackdowns.

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Coinbase Deploys AI Agent Payment System for Autonomous Crypto Transactions

Coinbase has introduced a new payment system allowing AI agents to autonomously conduct financial transactions on-chain. The platform enables agents to pay for services, tip creators, and manage business operations using stablecoins through the x402 protocol.

AI Agents Gain Financial Autonomy Through Coinbase’s New Payment System

Coinbase has reportedly launched a groundbreaking payment system that enables artificial intelligence agents to conduct financial transactions autonomously on blockchain networks, according to recent company announcements. The Payments MCP platform represents a significant step toward what analysts suggest could be a future where AI systems participate directly in the global economy.