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Wired Earpods still sell in AirPods era because of price and simplicity

Apple’s wired Earpods continue to attract replacement demand even in a market centered on AirPods, as they do not require charging or Bluetooth pairing and are cheaper. The report cited stable call quality and ease of sharing as strengths, along with availability in 3.5 mm, Lightning and USB-C versions. Limits include no headphone jack on newer iPhones and fewer features such as noise cancelling.

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Steak \'n Shake says same-store sales at franchise partners up 19 percent after bitcoin payments

U.S. restaurant chain Steak \'n Shake said same-store sales at its franchise partner outlets were up 19 percent year on year so far in the third quarter after it introduced bitcoin payments. The company disclosed the figure on X, though it has not been verified in a filing by parent Biglari Holdings and the quarter is not over. Biglari has reported higher same-store sales in the first and second quarters.

Crypto

Germany far-right AfD wins 43.8% in Saxony-Anhalt, putting Bitcoin one-year tax exemption in focus

Germany\'s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) won a landslide in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, a result that could intensify political debate over Bitcoin\'s one-year holding tax exemption. While the state vote does not directly change federal tax law, the outcome is seen as boosting AfD\'s influence as it has opposed tighter taxation. The government plans to overhaul crypto-asset taxation from 2027 and is considering scrapping the exemption.