Fintech themes to watch in 2025: relaxed regulation in the second Trump administration, more IPOs, M&A, and VC deal activity, and the expansion of stablecoins (Emily Mason/Bloomberg)

Some Google Pixel users have reported that their At a Glance widget is displaying outdated weather forecasts, with discrepancies in expected high/low temperatures. Google has acknowledged the issue and is currently rolling out a fix for affected users. The problem has been causing confusion for some users, with incorrect weather information being displayed on their lock screens. Full Article

Intel executives outlined plans for the upcoming Panther Lake chip at the Intel Vision conference, emphasizing its combination of Lunar Lake and Arrow Lake features. Panther Lake will be crucial for Intel, as it marks the first chip on the next-generation 18A manufacturing process. Intel's focus on AI and innovation was also highlighted, with the announcement of Nova Lake for 2026 and a new AI showcase for optimized applications. Full Article

Shinichiro Watanabe's Lazarus is reminiscent of Cowboy Bebop, following a group of criminals tasked with finding a scientist who created a deadly drug. While the show offers stylish animation and action, it lacks the depth and originality of Watanabe's previous works. As the characters embark on their mission, they grapple with the consequences of the drug's impact, exploring themes of pain and emotion. Full Article

Nintendo is gearing up to release its latest console, Switch 2, following the success of the hit Switch console, which has sold over 150 million units since its launch in 2017. The Japanese gaming giant is facing high stakes as it aims to break the boom-bust cycle that has plagued the company for years, making the upcoming release crucial for its future success. With Switch 2, Nintendo must demonstrate its ability to follow up a...

OpenAI's new image generator, powered by the GPT-40 model, is now open to all users, previously only available to paying users of ChatGPT. Users on the free tier may have a limit on image generation, with CEO Sam Altman mentioning a maximum of three images per day. The tool gained popularity for creating images in the style of Studio Ghibli and was used to generate fake receipts, prompting OpenAI to take action against violations of...

OpenAI completed a $40 billion fund-raising deal led by SoftBank, bringing its valuation to $300 billion, making it one of the most valuable private companies globally. The investment aims to advance A.I. technologies, with ChatGPT now used by 500 million people weekly. Plans to transition to a public benefit corporation face obstacles, including a rejected bid by Elon Musk to buy OpenAI's assets for $97 billion. Full Article