The long-standing competition between the nation’s leading premium credit cards is about to intensify once more. JPMorgan Chase announced last week that a refreshed version of its Sapphire Reserve card — the travel and dining rewards card that gained viral popularity when it launched in 2016 — is on the way. In a direct response,…
Author: Christian Lewis
Christian Lewis doesn’t just report on politics — he dissects it. With a sharp analytical mind and deep knowledge of policy and governance, Christian specializes in covering Capitol Hill, elections, and the political undercurrents shaping the nation.
Google Faces Landmark Ad Tech Breakup Trial in September as DOJ Pushes to Dismantle Monopoly
A high-stakes legal battle over Google’s advertising business is set to unfold in September, with significant implications for the digital ad ecosystem. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has confirmed its intention to seek a breakup of Google’s advertising technology division, which could reshape the competitive landscape in the online ad market. The DOJ’s efforts…
Gemini 2.5 Pro Beats Pokémon Blue, Marking AI Milestone in Strategic Gameplay and Reasoning
In a significant milestone for AI performance, Google’s most advanced model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, has completed the classic 1996 GameBoy title Pokémon Blue. The news was enthusiastically shared by Google CEO Sundar Pichai on social media, celebrating the accomplishment with the words, “What a finish! Gemini 2.5 Pro just completed Pokémon Blue!” While Google itself…
Tinder Swindler Survivor Launches IDfier to Fight Online Fraud with Verified Digital Identities
Pernilla Sjöholm, known globally for her role in Netflix’s The Tinder Swindler, has co-founded a new digital identity verification platform called IDfier, in partnership with computer scientist Suejb Memeti. Launched globally, the platform aims to prevent online fraud by verifying identities through a secure, human-to-human system. IDfier uses official documents like passports or driver’s licenses…
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is Considering A New Strategy To Increase Tax Revenue
Pensioners and wealthy individuals could face tax increases in Rachel Reeves’s autumn budget if the economic situation continues to worsen, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS). Following the chancellor’s spring statement, which included deep welfare cuts to meet her fiscal targets, the UK’s leading public finance experts have suggested that Reeves may have…
NVIDIA GTC 2025 Reveals Storage Supplier Line Up Showcasing A Coordinated Effort
Twelve storage suppliers participated in a precisely coordinated showcase at Nvidia GTC 2025, aligning with Jensen Huang’s efforts to drive sales of GPUs, NICs, switches, and software to businesses investing in AI stack systems amid expectations of an agentic AI surge. The lineup included Cloudian, Cohesity, DDN, Dell, HPE, Hitachi Vantara, IBM, NetApp, Nutanix, Pure…
Amazon Files Against The Consumer Product Safety Commission Over Selling Defective Products
Amazon has filed a lawsuit against the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over its decision to hold the company legally accountable for defective products sold on its platform. In its suit, Amazon argues that it should be classified as a “third-party logistics provider” rather than a distributor. The company also claims that the CPSC is…
Sony Set To Launch UBP-X700/K, A 4k Blu-ray Player in Japan After 5 Years
Sony hasn’t given up on Blu-ray just yet. Just two months after announcing its exit from the recordable Blu-ray business, Sony has unveiled an unexpected addition: its first new Blu-ray player in nearly five years. However, when it comes to features, it’s best to manage expectations. Set to launch in Japan between April and May,…
Google Releases A Fix For Glitch in Chromecast Devices Restoring Functionality
If you’re among the unlucky Chromecast owners whose “untrusted” device stopped functioning earlier this week, there’s good news—a fix is on the way. Google has released a fix that should restore functionality to affected Chromecast devices, including the second-generation Chromecast (pictured above) and the Chromecast Audio. “We’re pleased to share some positive news regarding Chromecast…
PureEdge Smart Controller Offers Flexible Lighting Control but Locks You Into the WiZ Ecosystem
Before diving into the details of the PureEdge Pure Smart Wi-Fi Smart Remote Room Controller, it’s important to understand the platform on which it operates: WiZ, a brand owned by Signify, the same company behind Philips Hue. WiZ offers a range of smart lighting products, including bulbs and fixtures, and its underlying technology is licensed…