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South African payment processor Peach Payments partners with crypto solution MoneyBadger, enabling thousands of merchants to accept Bitcoin and Lightning Network payments. With 68% of South Africans engaging with crypto and transaction volumes surging over 36% YoY, the collaboration signals a pivotal shift from crypto as investment to everyday spending.

As global connectivity demands grow, satellite phones and communicators are evolving from niche SOS devices to vital tools for remote work and safety. ZDNET's hands-on testing reveals how offerings from SpaceX, Garmin, and Iridium balance portability, functionality, and cost for developers, field engineers, and adventurers pushing beyond cellular coverage.

A tech team's near-disastrous outage exposed crippling technical debt, leading them to adopt AI for architectural visibility. But the real transformation came when they redirected that AI to overhaul their bottlenecked code review process—turning risk assessment into a strategic advantage that accelerated delivery while safeguarding revenue.

Google's NotebookLM AI tool now transforms documents into narrated video presentations, adding visual learning capabilities to its popular audio features. The upgrade includes a redesigned interface enabling simultaneous multi-format outputs, positioning NotebookLM as an increasingly versatile research and productivity assistant.

PDFs dominate digital workflows but often frustrate with editing limitations. We dissect the leading PDF editors of 2025, evaluating features like AI integration and e-signing for developers and enterprises. Discover why Adobe Acrobat Pro leads the pack and which alternatives excel in specialized scenarios.

Mini PCs have evolved beyond niche curiosities into formidable alternatives to traditional desktops, offering surprising performance in pint-sized packages. After rigorous testing of dozens of models, we spotlight five standout systems—from Intel's reliable workhorse to Apple's sleek Mac Mini and gaming-ready AMD power—that deliver tailored solutions for developers, creatives, and tech enthusiasts. This surge in capability signals a broader shift toward space-efficient, energy-conscious computing without compromises.