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Quicker and cheaper than Bitcoin, the Tron network has overtaken its rival as a vehicle for crypto transfers associated with groups designated as terror organizations. A crypto venture recently unveiled by U. S. President-elect Donald Trump and his new Middle East envoy, billionaire Steve Witkoff, has partnered with a crypto platform that authorities and financial experts say has been used by criminals and Iran-backed militant groups Hamas and Hezbollah.

Another tech-focused appointee has raised questions about the future direction of the Trump administration. President-elect Donald Trump’s approach to crypto is becoming clearer with the appointment of entrepreneur David Sacks as Trump’s “White House A. I. & Crypto Czar”—signaling a shift in how the U. S. government perceives cryptocurrency that could indicate a more prominent place for it within the financial system.

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Apple will reportedly use new versions of the Apple TV and HomePod mini to launch its first custom Bluetooth and Wi-Fi chip, sources tell Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman. The part, codenamed Proxima, is said to be limited to Wi-Fi 6E and otherwise fall short of the features in the Broadcom hardware used today.

Google, Samsung, and Qualcomm have jointly introduced Android XR, an operating system for mixed reality headsets and glasses — including an initial device from Samsung. The long-in-the-making platform is effectively Google’s approach to spatial computing like that in the Apple Vision Pro and newer updates to the Meta Quest 3. Apps and media have a physical presence, and can blend both the real and digital worlds.

Dog Savvy, a longtime business in Larmer Square, is at risk of closing due to a decline in sales following the pandemic. The store is now turning to the community for help. “The future of Dog Savvy right now is the most uncertain it’s been in our entire duration of operation,” said Robb Horen, co-owner of Dog Savvy.