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Crypto
Visa, Brale launch stablecoin institutional payments pilot on Canton Network
Visa and Brale have started a proof-of-concept on the Canton Network for stablecoin-based settlement of institutional payments. The test uses SBC, a dollar-pegged token issued by Brale, to assess institutional payment flows on blockchain infrastructure that supports privacy. The aim is to evaluate whether financial institutions and payment firms can implement fast, programmable settlement while directly controlling how much sensitive transaction data is disclosed.
Telecommunications & Media
Acoustune unveils USB-C audio dongle for iPhone supporting LDAC and aptX Lossless
Acoustune has unveiled a USB-C wireless dongle for iPhone called the ATX001 that enables LDAC and aptX Lossless use. TechRadar reported on May 29 that the device adds Bluetooth audio codecs not supported by Apple by default, expanding iPhone wireless audio options. The dongle supports AAC, SBC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD and aptX Lossless. It is priced at $75 and is controlled mainly through a smartphone app.
AI & Enterprise
Tech Insight: Software companies have only two sustainable paths, both requiring radical change
As AI spreads, the outlook for software companies is no longer what it was, with some seeing a darker future. Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) General Partner David George says there are only two ways for software firms to survive: raise growth rates sharply or significantly strengthen profitability, with no comfortable middle ground. He sets targets for AI-driven revenue growth and for operating margins including stock-based compensation, and warns firms that try to sit in between will face mounting market pressure.
