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The following article originally appeared on Block’s blog and is being republished here with the author’s permission.Lately, I’ve seen more developers online starting to side eye MCP. There was a tweet by Darren Shepherd that summed it up well:Most devs were introduced to MCP through coding agents (Cursor, VS Code) and most devs struggle to get value out of MCP in this use case…so they are rejecting MCP because they have a CLI and scripts available to them which are way better for them.Fair. Most developers were introduced to MCPs through some chat-with-your-code experience, and sometimes it doesn’t feel better than just…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Equipment financing is one of the most valuable loan types for businesses, allowing you to acquire essential assets while preserving working capital. It preserves cash flow and offers predictable payments, flexible structures, faster approvals and simplified underwriting. It also supports increased productivity and efficiency, offers valuable tax advantages, builds business credit and helps businesses stay competitive in a changing market. Equipment financing has long been one of the most reliable and strategic funding tools available to businesses across industries. From construction and manufacturing to healthcare, transportation, hospitality and professional services,…

A high-stakes governance dispute has broken out inside a crypto-linked treasury play, pulling classic Wall Street tactics into a digital-asset story. On 5 January 2026, Changpeng Zhao’s family office, YZi Labs, said it is reviewing recent decisions by CEA Industries after the Nasdaq-listed firm, now trading as BNC, put in place a stockholder rights plan and tightened its written-consent rules.  Both moves came as YZi pressed for changes to the board. The fight is not about ideology. It’s about whether the company has delivered on its strategy.  CEA pitched its 2025 plan as a means to transform the firm into…

AMD, a U.S. multinational tech firm, has unveiled plans to roll out its next-generation Helios AI rack at the CES 2026 in Las Vegas. The company’s CEO, Lisa Su, provided the first look at the Helios system during her keynote, offering more details on its design and construction. CEO Su showcased a large Helios rack unit on stage, touting its superior performance as a direct shot at Nvidia’s Vera Rubin NVL72, also unveiled at the CES 2026 event. Nvidia has set the standard for rack-scale systems, which it debuted as its latest offering. According to Su, Helios will directly compete…

When it comes to viewing nebulae, galaxies, and other deep-sky objects, amateur astronomers on a budget have had two options. They can view with the naked eye through a telescope and perceive these spectacular objects as faint smudges that don’t even begin to capture their majesty, or they can capture long-exposure images with astrocameras and display the results on a view screen or computer, which robs the immediacy of the stargazing experience.Stand-alone telescope eyepieces with active light amplification do exist for a real-time viewing, but commercial products are pricey, costing hundreds to thousands of dollars. I wanted something I could…

When your business phone line rings, it’s easy for employees to see it as just one more task. You’re balancing a lot, and if you miss the call, they’ll call back if it’s important, right? Unfortunately, the data is clear. Missed calls often translate to lost opportunities. Missing a random call here and there may seem minor, but when you add them up, they actually represent measurable losses in sales, customer retention, and even your brand reputation. Revenue can slip through the cracks when businesses fail to answer customer calls. In this post, we look at the real impact of…

XRP is approaching a decision point across the monthly and daily charts, with renowned crypto analysts The Great Mattsby (Matt Hughes) and Charting Guy (@ChartingGuy) framing the current structure as a volatility-compression setup that could resolve higher if key high-timeframe supports continue to hold. XRP Price Poised For ‘Explosive Move’ Mattsby’s core claim is that XRP has defended its long-term trend support and is now coiling for expansion. “XRP had a perfect bounce off the 20-month MA, while the upper and lower bands continue to contract—setting up for its next explosive move higher,” he wrote, adding: “It’s crazy how many…

By 2026, the cryptocurrency market has largely moved beyond being a space focused solely on price speculation. A significant portion of investors are now looking for ways to generate regular and sustainable income from crypto assets without constantly monitoring the market or spending hours in front of screens. At this point, passive income has become one of the most important concepts in the crypto ecosystem.In this guide, we examine the most up-to-date methods of earning passive income with crypto in 2026, including their advantages, risks, and which investor profiles they are best suited for.🔹 What Is Passive Income with Crypto?Passive…

Think of protein bars as grab-and-go snacks, not meal replacements. They’re most helpful when whole foods aren’t available or when your schedule won’t allow for a proper meal. The most beneficial sources of protein come with fiber, healthy fats, and other nutrients. (That’s why registered dietitians recommend whole foods over ultra-processed alternatives.) So, while high-protein snacks may boast impressive counts on the label, they’re not always the healthiest option.After consulting the nutrition experts about key ingredients to look for (and what to avoid), we’ve rounded up the best protein bars that meet those standards. For more tips on protein, check…

Whether you’re a hobbyist sketching out ideas, a student learning design, or a professional experimenting with new concepts, having the right tools can make all the difference. Yet, I know that not every designer has the budget for expensive software.