BRICS Central Banks Are Secretly Building Their Own Financial Future With XRP Ledger – Shhh!

According to Aljarrah (no, not Jar Jar Binks), the central banks of BRICS countries, along with the New Development Bank, have been working with XRP Ledger for years. Like, YEARS. This isn’t a last-minute thing. It’s a long-term strategy. They’ve got the receipts-*actual* records that show Ripple’s been a key player in their financial plans since who-knows-when. Apparently, this is the future of smooth, easy, and oh-so-secure cross-border payments. 🌍💸

BlackRock’s Blockchain Bonanza: ETFs Go 24/7 🤑💥

Whispers from the corridors of power suggest the asset management behemoth is toying with the idea of tokenizing exchange-traded funds, linking them to such thrilling real-world assets as equities and bonds. 🧾 Yes, the very same equities and bonds that have brought us centuries of joy and prosperity. The innovation? Trading them 24/7, because who needs weekends when you can lose money around the clock? ⏰

You Won’t Believe How Much Anthropic Just Raised – It’s Like AI Money on Steroids!

Oh, surprise surprise, the round was led by ICONIQ and co-led by Fidelity Management & Research Company and Lightspeed Venture Partners. Fancy names, right? They claim Anthropic will use the cash to keep up with enterprise demand, “advance safety research” (because you know, AI might take over the world someday), and “expand internationally” – which, in normal speak, means, “We’re gonna spend it on fancy offices.”

7 “Bad” Superhero Movies You Should Actually Watch Once in Your Life (Including Two MCU Movies)

Some films, like “Howard the Duck,” are so flawed that they somehow become enjoyable. However, being entertainingly bad isn’t enough for our list. It’s a plus, but it doesn’t quite cut it on its own. To warrant a spot on this list, a “bad” superhero movie needs an additional compelling factor to make it worth watching. As we explore further, we’ll discuss what those factors are and why these problematic films still manage to captivate audiences. The movies on the list are organized chronologically.

5 Features Rocksteady’s Rumored New Batman Game Needs to Have

This upcoming Batman game from Rocksteady represents a crucial moment for the studio. They can’t risk another disappointment, or they might face closure, considering the number of first-party studios Warner Bros. has closed down in 2025. To make this new Batman: Arkham game successful, it needs to be something extraordinary. It should incorporate elements that fans have been yearning for and those that were missing in previous Batman games. Given that the Arkham series is nearly two decades old, the list of desired features has grown considerably. Here’s what we believe is essential for this new Batman game to thrive.

The new Batman game from Rocksteady is a big deal for the studio because they can’t afford another flop, given the number of studios Warner Bros. has closed down in 2025. To make it a hit, the game needs to be exceptional and offer features that fans have been hoping for but haven’t seen in previous Batman games. Since the Arkham series has been around for almost two decades, there are many desired features on the wishlist. Here’s what we think is necessary for the new game to succeed.

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’s RT Score Confirms Whether the Shonen Series Has Lost Its Hype

After receiving the latest round of reviews, the animated movie “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” boasts an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 95%, based on 21 submitted reviews, with most being favorable. One such review comes from ComicBook’s Evan Valentine, who generally enjoyed the film but had concerns about the storyline and pace, stating that “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” is a monumental effort in the anime world, enhancing the strengths of the shonen series while also magnifying its weaknesses, which he believes detract from the overall experience. ComicBook rated the movie 3 out of 5 stars.