Day: April 13, 2026

Discussion – Intel Nova Lake in H2-2026: Discussion Threads

2026-04-13 By admin

Now with eight cores per CCX, since launch, AMD has been extremely coy about telling anyone publicly how those cores are connected together. When asked at launch if the cores in a Zen 3 eight-core CCX were fully connected, AMD’s general attitude was ‘Not quite, but close enough’. This would mean something between a ring […]

Discussion – Rise of the OLEDs

2026-04-13 By admin

This may look like every other OLED gaming monitor, but trust me when I say this is one of the most interesting developments in monitor tech in a while, so strap in as I explain exactly why. I’ve been reviewing monitors for over a decade now – I’ve designed and built my own tools to […]

White House Study Finds Stablecoin Yield Ban Barely Moves Lending Needle Despite Policy Focus

2026-04-13 By admin

White House analysis shows stablecoin yield restrictions deliver minimal lending gains, with banking liquidity largely preserved through reserve recycling, challenging core policy assumptions behind proposed legislation. Key Takeaways: White House analysis finds stablecoin yield ban lifts lending by only 0.02%, indicating limited real-world impact. Analysis shows only about 12% of reserves could be constrained under […]

Hungary 2026 Election Results

2026-04-13 By admin

Even if Peter Magyar does win, those hoping for sharp policy differences with Orban may be disappointed. He is less militant about it, but Magyar supports Orban’s stance of no more help for Ukraine and ending the war as soon as possible. It is not at all clear that he would lift Hungary’s block on […]

SEC and CFTC Fast-Track US Crypto Oversight Using Interpretive Rules to Bypass Lengthy Rulemaking

2026-04-13 By admin

U.S. regulators are accelerating crypto oversight by using interpretive rules, signaling a faster policy rollout strategy that prioritizes immediate clarity over traditional rulemaking processes. Key Takeaways: Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlights fast-track crypto rules, boosting momentum across markets. SEC and CFTC move quickly with interpretive approach, reducing friction for digital asset expansion. Crypto framework signals […]

Oil Prices Boom After Hormuz Strait Blockade Announcement

2026-04-13 By admin

The oil market was rattled by the Trump Administration’s announcement of an upcoming blockade of the Hormuz Strait, with West Texas Intermediate and Brent benchmark futures surpassing $100 per oil barrel. The move is expected to accelerate the rise of gas prices in the U.S. and internationally. Key Takeaways: Trump’s April 13 blockade on Iran […]