After Youth Outcry, Vietnam Says Former Official Caused Fatal Crash at Tree 55
Kennedy Center tells court it won’t try to restore Trump’s name to the building before Sept. 8
China blocks firms from aiding EU’s JD.com probe as regulatory clash deepens
Chinese justice and commerce ministries order the ban in a joint statement condemning ‘undue extraterritorial jurisdiction measures’
2 -MIN READ 2 -MIN

A statement from China’s Ministry of
Apple's services business is starting to feel the pain from losing its grip on App Store payments
TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust .
Bottom line: Apple's services business is starting to feel the effects of rules that allow app developers to send iPhone users to payment systems outside the App Store. The changes are beginning to slow App Store spending and weaken the commission model that has helped make services one of Apple's most profitable businesses.
The Cupertino company reported $30.7 billion in services revenue for the June quarter, a record but
Singapore plans tax, visa incentives to boost fund industry
Singapore will introduce tax exemptions on profits earned by fund managers and make it easier for investment professionals to obtain visas as it seeks to head off growing competition in the asset management sector, the central bank has said.
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the finance ministry plan to exempt from tax investment profits earned by fund managers from managing certain funds, including those of single family offices. More details will be announced in the 2027 budget.
MAS also said on Wednesday it would support hedge funds
Beyond the Smartphone: How Sony and TSMC’s New Alliance Will Redefine Mirrorless Sensors?

Sony and TSMC partnership has now been finalized. This is aimed at strengthening Sony’s mobile image sensor business. Still, whatever technological advancement comes out of this venture could find its way onto larger sensors too. I do expect, for example, that the LYTIA tech might find its way onto some APS-C and full-frame cameras, as it allows for incredible dynamic range without the penalty of lower rolling shutter (like we have on the Dual Gain tech).
Press text:
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (
(PR) Drakong by Hyperkin Introduces the PixelByte Controller and Blindbox Gamepads
Tiny in size, huge on fun, the PixelByte Controller range offers a fully-functional gamepad that's small enough to go where you go, and thanks to its integrated keychain, the PixelByte can attach to your belt loop, bag, purse, or practically anything, ideal for




