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By: Bryan Tropeano Apple has officially scheduled WWDC 2025 for June 9–13. Whether you’re a developer, tech fan, or someone who loves upgrading their phone, this event promises to deliver exciting updates—especially when it comes to new iPhone features. iOS 19 and the Biggest New iPhone Features Coming Your Way The spotlight will be on […]

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By: Bryan Tropeano

Apple has officially scheduled WWDC 2025 for June 9–13. Whether you’re a developer, tech fan, or someone who loves upgrading their phone, this event promises to deliver exciting updates—especially when it comes to new iPhone features.

iOS 19 and the Biggest New iPhone Features Coming Your Way

The spotlight will be on iOS 19, Apple’s next major software update. Rumors suggest a focus on customization, smarter AI, and enhanced privacy controls. These new iPhone features might include interactive widgets, lock screen improvements, and better multitasking options, making your phone feel fresh and more intuitive.

How These Updates Could Change Messaging and AI

One hot topic is the possibility of Apple adopting RCS (Rich Communication Services) to enhance iMessage—an upgrade that would transform texting. Alongside that, AI-powered improvements to Siri and other system functions are expected to be some of the most talked-about new iPhone features this year.

Could WWDC 2025 Introduce Hardware to Showcase New iPhone Features?

While WWDC is mostly about software, Apple might drop hints or teasers about upcoming devices. New iPhone models or accessories could be revealed to showcase these new iPhone features in action, highlighting how the hardware and software work seamlessly together.

How These Updates Will Impact Your Everyday iPhone Use

Even if you’re not a tech geek, the updates revealed at WWDC 2025 will impact your daily phone use. From battery optimizations to smarter app suggestions, these new iPhone features aim to make your device faster, smarter, and more efficient.

Get Ready for the Future

Mark June 9 on your calendar—WWDC 2025 is where Apple will set the tone for the iPhone’s future. Whatever new iPhone features arrive, expect plenty of buzz and debate as users everywhere explore what’s next.

Before you go, don’t forget to check out these other tech stories to stay ahead of the curve and keep your gadgets game strong!

About the Author: Bryan Tropeano is a senior producer and a regular reporter for NewsWatch. He lives in Washington D.C. and loves all things Tech.



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Our top fitness tracker is back to its lowest-ever price for rare Prime Day deal

We’re here with Prime Day 2025 and it feels like a new era. The event is longer, which can make it feel a bit like Black Friday. Another thing making it look like Black Friday? Our top pick among the best fitness trackers — the Fitbit Charge 6 — is back to its rarely-seen Black […]

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We’re here with Prime Day 2025 and it feels like a new era. The event is longer, which can make it feel a bit like Black Friday. Another thing making it look like Black Friday? Our top pick among the best fitness trackers — the Fitbit Charge 6 — is back to its rarely-seen Black Friday pricing. Usually $160, you can now get a Fitbit Charge 6 for just $100 if you’re an Amazon Prime member. (If you’re not, and still want to save the $60, you can easily sign up with an Amazon Prime free trial.) Just tap the button below to see the offer for yourself, making sure to make your purchase before Prime Day ends this Friday.

Why you should buy the Fitbit Charge 6

The Fitbit Charge 6 is one of the best Fitbits around and it’s pretty easy to see why. For starters, it has nearly a week of battery life (something even most of the best smartwatches can’t offer you) despite its slender, almost bracelet-like presentation. Its AMOLED screen is bright and colorful, though highly readable. And that’s before we even get to its health-tracking tools and upgraded heart rate sensor, more accurate than those on any other Fitbit made before it. As our Fitbit Charge 6 review highlights, this device is comfortable and powerful, and perhaps far more so than its price tag suggests. Our reviewer said “I often forgot I was wearing the Fitbit Charge 6.” in large part due to comfort, but there’s also the fact that some fitness modes are automatically switched to, such as running and walking, so you don’t have to constantly think about your fitness tracker.

If you want this great deal that cuts $60 off of the Fitbit Charge 6’s price, dropping it to just $100 from $160, be sure to tap the button below and order yours now. It’s a rare deal, only ever coming out around Black Friday previously, so if you ignore this deal now it could be months and months before you see a price like this on the Charge 6 again.








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Best Prime Day smartwatch and fitness tracker deals: My 16 favorite sales live now

When is Amazon Prime Day 2025?  Amazon Prime Day takes place from July 8 through July 11 this year. This is when the retailer cuts deals on thousands of products, mostly ones it owns (think Kindle, Ring, and Alexa). To get in on the deals hype, other brands will discount their products during Prime Day […]

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When is Amazon Prime Day 2025? 

Amazon Prime Day takes place from July 8 through July 11 this year. This is when the retailer cuts deals on thousands of products, mostly ones it owns (think Kindle, Ring, and Alexa). To get in on the deals hype, other brands will discount their products during Prime Day to boost overall sales. 

Are health trackers really cheaper on Prime Day? 

I’ve seen some sweet discounts on health trackers during my time as an editor covering these events. We’ve seen record savings on tech, including Apple Watches and Oura Rings. 

Should I buy a smartwatch or a smart ring?

A smartwatch functions as a health tracker and an around-the-wrist companion to your phone. You can answer texts, set timers, ask the smartwatch’s AI assistant questions and more with an Apple Watch, Pixel Watch, Galaxy Watch, or Garmin. It will record your exercise and sleep and deliver that through the smartwatch’s health app, as well as on your phone’s health app. A smart ring is a little different. It doesn’t have a screen, so it won’t distract you throughout the day with pings or messages. All of the data it collects is displayed on your phone. If a smartwatch is a lifestyle wearable with health functionalities, a smart watch is a health-centered wearable. 

How did we choose these Prime Day deals?

I cover health wearables for my job, and I’m particular about the products I like and don’t like. If something isn’t worth my while, I’m not writing about it. The same goes for these deals. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. 

We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. 

What are the best Prime Day deals so far?

ZDNET’s experts are searching through Prime Day sales to find the best discounts by category. 

These are the best deals so far:

You can also find the best deals from other retailers competing with Prime Day sales:





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UFC GYM Selects MMA.INC’s BJJLink.com Software as the Technology Engine to Power its Global Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Franchise Growth

Highlights Landmark multi-year agreement strengthens UFC GYM and MMA.INC alliance, supporting the global rollout of 45 new gyms in 2025 and accelerating the expansion of UFC GYM’s high-growth BJJ program—powered by MMA.INC’s category-leading software. BJJLink.com is the definitive all-in-one operating system for martial arts-first businesses—optimizing member management, driving revenue growth, and unlocking scalable monetization for […]

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  • Landmark multi-year agreement strengthens UFC GYM and MMA.INC alliance, supporting the global rollout of 45 new gyms in 2025 and accelerating the expansion of UFC GYM’s high-growth BJJ program—powered by MMA.INC’s category-leading software.
  • BJJLink.com is the definitive all-in-one operating system for martial arts-first businesses—optimizing member management, driving revenue growth, and unlocking scalable monetization for franchisees.
  • Builds on MMA.INC and UFC GYM’s broader strategic partnership to integrate the Warrior Training Program across a network of 150+ locations worldwide.

New York, NY, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mixed Martial Arts Group Limited (NYSE American: MMA) (“MMA” or the “Company”), an NYSE American listed innovator at the intersection of combat sports and digital transformation, has announced an expansion of its strategic technology partnership with UFC Gym Group who are selecting BJJLink.com as the official gym management software platform for all new UFC GYM BJJ franchise studios.

This extension of the existing Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) agreement follows UFC GYM’s landmark global expansion announcement in February and solidifies a deeper alignment between UFC GYM’s fast-growing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) program and MMA.INC’s category-leading gym software. This announcement capitalizes on the growth in BJJ, reinforced by UFC’s recent launch of their new premier BJJ live event series, UFC BJJ 1.

BJJLink.com, powered by MMA.INC’s Martial Arts Technology, will serve as the digital backbone of UFC GYM’S new BJJ franchise studios. Designed specifically for martial arts-first businesses, the platform equips franchisees with a modern, all-in-one operating system that streamlines member management, drives revenue, and unlocks new monetization opportunities. Key features include:

  • Mobile check-in and self-service kiosk systems to reduce front-desk friction and enhance member experience
  • Curriculum and belt progression management with digital tracking tools aligned to structured programs
  • Smart class and staff scheduling with real-time attendance and performance visibility
  • Payment infrastructure, including recurring billing, retail sales and a customizable in-app transaction layer that supports Stripe and a growing list of other global processors
  • Referral tracking and affiliate logic to power grassroots growth and incentive campaigns
  • Built-in CRM and e-commerce automation, enabling franchisees to engage leads, sell merchandise, and convert visitors, all from one centralized platform

Under the terms of the expanded agreement, UFC GYM franchisees will gain access to BJJLink Admin+, a powerful all-in-one platform designed to simplify operations and drive growth. UFC GYM BJJ Studio Franchisees will benefit from streamlined class scheduling, automated billing, digital curriculum tools, and built-in referral tracking, removing administrative overhead and enabling staff to focus on member experience. Standardized pricing across locations and centralized reporting through a master admin dashboard provide both flexibility and oversight, helping franchisees scale confidently while staying aligned with brand standards.

“The BJJLink platform offers an intuitive and powerful back-end that empowers our coaches and BJJ studio franchisees to focus on what matters most, training and community,” said Adam Sedlack, CEO of UFC GYM. “This agreement gives us the technical scalability and operational consistency needed to support our ambitious rollout of new BJJ studios globally.”

The new UFC GYM BJJ studios, purpose-built spaces dedicated to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, are part of UFC GYM’s mission to redefine fitness and martial arts for modern athletes. The brand plans to open more than 45 new gyms in 2025, with many of the BJJ-first models ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 square feet and featuring advanced mat spaces, recovery zones, and family-friendly programming.

“This extension validates our shared belief that the future of martial arts training is both physical and digital,” said Nick Langton, CEO of MMA.INC. “We’re proud to be the technology engine behind UFC GYM’s BJJ studio model and to deepen our long-standing relationship with the preeminent name in martial arts training.”

BJJLink is already used by hundreds of martial arts academies around the world and has seen increased demand from franchise operators seeking more streamlined onboarding, revenue analytics, and student engagement tools.

MMA.INC and UFC GYM intend to co-launch the new BJJLink-powered UFC GYM BJJ studio software at select international locations during H2 of 2025.

MMA.INC’s recently announced an international push, expanding BJJLink into Latin America and launching a marquee partnership with Gracie Allegiant HQ and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Clark Gracie.

About Mixed Martial Arts Group Limited

MMA.INC (Mixed Martial Arts Group Limited) is revolutionizing the combat sports industry by driving participation and engagement across fans, athletes, coaches, and gym owners. The company operates four core business units:

TrainAlta: A platform that transforms MMA fans into active participants through structured training programs.
Hype: A marketing platform helping gym owners, coaches, and athletes grow revenue from their audiences.
MixedMartialArts.com: The go-to resource for MMA news, fighter data, fight schedules, and the legendary Underground forum.
BJJLink: A leading gym management platform designed for BJJ academies, offering tools for payment processing, marketing, student engagement, and content monetization.

With over 5 million social media followers, 530,000 user profiles, 50,000 active students, 18,000 published gyms and 800 verified gyms across 16 countries, MMA.inc continues to transform the martial arts landscape and deliver unparalleled value to its stakeholders.

For more information, visit www.mma.inc or follow us on social media:

Facebook: TrainAlta
Instagram: @TrainAlta
X: @AltaGlobalGroup
LinkedIn: MMA.inc

ABOUT UFC GYM®

UFC GYM® is the first major brand extension of UFC®, the world’s premier MMA organization, created in alliance with New Evolution Ventures™ (NeV), developers of many of the world’s most successful fitness brands. As the first to unite the benefits of MMA with fitness, the brand is not what you expect, and more than you can imagine. UFC GYM’s TRAIN DIFFERENT® approach provides members with the ultimate fitness experience and programming that secures results for all ages and training levels. With over 150 locations opened and 700 additional locations currently in development globally, UFC GYM has revolutionized the fitness industry and positively impacted countless lives worldwide. UFC GYM offers the opportunity to own and operate a franchise domestically and internationally. For more information, please visit www.ufcgym.com.

Follow UFC GYM through the below platforms:

  • FACEBOOK – Facebook.com/UFCGYM
  • YOUTUBE – Youtube.com/UFCGYM
  • INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK & X – @UFCGYM

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This press release may include forward-looking statements. Any statements contained herein regarding our strategy, future operations, financial position, future revenues, projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management, other than statements of historical facts, are forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included herein include or may include, but are not limited to, statements that are predictive in nature, depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, or use or contain words, terms, phrases, or expressions such as “achieve,” “forecast,” “plan,” “propose,” “strategy,” “envision,” “hope,” “will,” “continue,” “potential,” “expect,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “project,” “estimate,” “predict,” “intend,” “should,” “could,” “may,” “might,” or similar words, terms, phrases, or expressions or the negative of any of these terms. Any statements contained in this press release that are not based upon historical fact are based on current expectations, estimates, projections, opinions and/or beliefs of the Company. Such statements are not facts and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors. Prospective investors should not rely on these statements as if they were facts. Actual revenue may vary to current sales due to factors such as participant churn, cancellations, and changes in payment schedules, membership terms or pricing changes. Any references to verified gyms, partner gyms, user profiles refer to a profile that has been claimed or created across the MMA.inc platform, which includes TrainAlta.com, BJJ Link, Hype, MixedMartialArts.com and Steppen. Forward-looking statements involve a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, those discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 filed with the SEC. Given the risks and uncertainties, readers should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statement and should recognize that the statements are predictions of future results which may not occur as anticipated. New risk factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such risk factors, nor can it assess the impact of all such factors on the Company’s business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. You should carefully read the factors described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 filed with the SEC to better understand the risks and uncertainties inherent in our business and industry, and any underlying forward-looking statements. Except where required by law, the Company assumes no obligation to update, withdraw or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect actual results or changes in factors or assumptions affecting such forward-looking statements.

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How Global Gambling Trends Influence Local Conversations in Colorado

Like many US states, Colorado is experiencing a gambling shift. After years of total restrictions, locals can legally gamble on licensed sports betting and gaming platforms. This initial mitigation, together with tech changes and crypto expansion, ignited the growth of online casinos in the area. Another consequence is a massive discussion in the local gambling […]

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Like many US states, Colorado is experiencing a gambling shift. After years of total restrictions, locals can legally gamble on licensed sports betting and gaming platforms. This initial mitigation, together with tech changes and crypto expansion, ignited the growth of online casinos in the area. Another consequence is a massive discussion in the local gambling community. Let’s see what concerns Coloradans and track future gambling trends in the state and worldwide.

Colorado was under strict gambling restrictions for many years, although specific games of chance were allowed in the state. The legal services included some Bingo variations, charity games, and local raffles. The 2020 regulation lifted the sports betting ban, which was taken by many as a positive sign of further relaxations.

Today, locals can play at licensed casinos, regulated by the Colorado Division of Gaming, and they mainly choose native houses to place bets. However, the community has been influenced by recent trends in the industry. Coloradans can now explore the benefits and drawbacks of offshore online casinos, mobile betting platforms, social gaming providers, and more. So, there’s a big buzz about gambling in the state.

Tech growth is pushing the online casino market into more and more territories worldwide. A popular trend is international casino sites with advanced services and diverse betting options.

The popularisation of iGambling is especially noticeable in Asia. Its highly developed centres like Singapore, Macau, and Hong Kong are now joined by India, Bangladesh, and other countries. Although they tend to keep their gambling laws strict, online casinos, especially with decentralised banking, find their way to local players. Thanks to VPNs and easily accessible crypto payments, Asian players can bypass all the restrictions.

Another trend is the tangible growth of bookmakers in Europe. The European market is expected to welcome about 57 million sports bettors by 2029! Betting is booming due to cultural changes: Today’s youth actively use electronic gadgets and enjoy placing bets on sports competitions. The technology level allows for unprecedented convenience and diversity of interactive entertainment. Both features are the key demands of modern gamblers in Europe.

Which of these trends is provoking discussion in Colorado? Surely, most users keep their eye on the possibilities provided by online casinos outside Colorado’s traditional system. The next part reveals the most alluring options for the state.

Interest in British Platforms Not on GamStop

The GamStop programme launched in the UK provides players worldwide with a noteworthy experience. Many worry about the incidents when players can’t access legal casinos with UKGC licences after they join the system. However, users tend to join casinos not on GamStop, and this is a pretty workable alternative that interests international gamblers. While anticipating changes in the law, Coloradans are also getting involved in discussions about the topic.

Why It Matters in Northern Colorado

Today’s technological boom impacts Colorado, just like everywhere else. Its population is changing by adopting cutting-edge innovation. Younger users are going fully digital. They actively interact on social media and are fond of online entertainment trends. On the other hand, Coloradans have enough knowledge to benefit from such instruments as VPNs, crypto banking, and internationally offered services.

Local conversations are now centred around current gambling regulations in the area. Like other US states, Colorado is in the run-up to a more extended set of available casino services. Gamblers also want effective responsible gambling tools to prevent addiction. So, non-GamStop alternatives and international crypto portals are widely debated in Colorado these days, including interest in platforms like casino ohne OASIS, which offer fewer restrictions for verified users abroad.

Final Thought – Stay Informed, Stay Local

Technological progress and mainstream crypto payments make geographical, cultural, and legislative barriers fall. So, it’s natural for Colorado gamblers to explore global trends in gambling. They are searching for the most convenient casino options, even if they are outside the local area.

It’s important to stay in touch with the state’s gambling community to be aware of all introductions. This is also crucial for sharing experiences. It’s recommended that every user communicate with local organisations and individual gamblers. Thus, they’ll be able to compare their comforts and challenges related to the recent gambling trends.



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Guest opinion: Utah’s sky-high tech ambitions are a bet worth making | News, Sports, Jobs

Utah’s Silicon Slopes aren’t the next Silicon Valley. They represent something more distinctive — a canvas with the right values and just enough infrastructure to make it work. That makes it a rare thing in 2025: a state where forward-thinking policy converges with open opportunity. For founders, investors and builders wary of coastal groupthink and […]

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Utah’s Silicon Slopes aren’t the next Silicon Valley. They represent something more distinctive — a canvas with the right values and just enough infrastructure to make it work. That makes it a rare thing in 2025: a state where forward-thinking policy converges with open opportunity. For founders, investors and builders wary of coastal groupthink and compliance traps, Utah stands out as a compelling alternative between California and the Midwest.

Let’s be real, Utah’s not perfect. It doesn’t have a billion-dollar venture fund on every block. You won’t find the density of Stanford grads or the influencer-stacked coworking spaces of New York City. However, what it lacks in polish, it compensates for with something far more valuable: freedom to operate. When it comes to trying new things and innovating, Utah’s default setting is “yes.” There’s no innovation-killing tech tax, no local board micromanaging your product, and no state AI law designed to gut private industry. Instead, entrepreneurs encounter a rare environment — policymakers who actively want them to build.

That shows up everywhere. Utah’s new Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy works with a range of AI companies and has made significant progress in its first year toward advancing innovation in the state. Utah is one of the only places in the country with an office of this kind and a regulatory safe-haven to back it up — offering a safe space for companies to quickly test new tools without getting buried in lawsuits. Meanwhile, job postings seeking candidates with AI skills in Utah have surged over 250% in the past year, showing that the private sector is already responding.

And then there’s the many projects and startups already underway in the state. Through Project Alta, for example,Utah wants air taxis running between SLC and surrounding cities by 2034. Project Gigawatt, a public-private effort to build out nuclear energy that can power AI data centers sustainably through increased production of energy facilities. And let’s not forget the University of Utah’s new Stena Center for Financial Technology, building a talent pipeline for AI, financial technology and crypto industries. Utah isn’t talking about innovation — it’s putting it on the grid, in the air and in the classroom.

Utah’s fundamentals are solid — low taxes, affordable land and a business-friendly government that sees entrepreneurs as assets rather than enemies. This is a state that believes in personal responsibility, lean government and letting people experiment. That mindset is gold for anyone building something new. It’s why companies like Adobe, Qualtrics and Lucid have set up serious operations here — and why others are starting to follow.

Unlike other states, you won’t be the thousandth AI startup fighting for an overpriced co-working desk in Utah. You’ll be one of the first to bring your idea to a market that’s hungry, open and underserved.

Think of it like Austin in 2011, before investment capital flooded in and the traffic backed up. That’s where Utah is now, and it’s already got six-lane highways to handle traffic. The question is — who’s going to get here in time to catch the wave?

Devin McCormick is the tech and innovation policy analyst at the Libertas Institute.

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There are still 200+ Prime Day 2025 deals you can get

For day three of Prime Day, we’re keeping fresh deals and updates going in an updated post. This article will no longer receive updates. Original article follows below. It’s the second day of Amazon’s four-day Prime Day sale, and if you’ve held out on making impulse buys so you can make informed purchases, you’ve come […]

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Original article follows below.

It’s the second day of Amazon’s four-day Prime Day sale, and if you’ve held out on making impulse buys so you can make informed purchases, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve collected the best deals we could find on everything from noise-canceling headphones and robot vacuums to the latest tablets and TVs, the bulk of which have been tried and tested by Verge writers and editors. We pbasut as much confidence in our budget-friendly battery picks as we do the pricier gaming monitors we’ve included.

Prime Day’s extended runtime this year is giving you more time to shop, though don’t wait for entirely new sets of deals to drop everyday. There’ll be some lightning deals and single-day discounts, which we’ll be sure to highlight, but the big benefit is avoiding disappointment from missing a deep discount because you slept on it. We’re delighted to see many gadget deals, including the $100 off deal on Apple’s AirPods 4 and the $50 Meta Quest 3S headset discount, are still available. We don’t expect to see them this heavily discounted again until Black Friday rolls around, and even then, these deals aren’t guaranteed to come back.

Tablet and e-reader deals

Soundbar and Bluetooth speaker deals

Verge favorites and other miscellaneous deals

Update, July 10th: Added several new deals, including those for Sony’s WH-1000XM6 headphones and the Onn Google TV 4K Pro.



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