Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Lil Lizzo Meets Sasha B. Flootin’ is inspired by the singer's own journey to music and self-discovery.
Why it matters
Lil Lizzo Meets Sasha B. Flootin’ is inspired by the singer's own journey to music and self-discovery.
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The movie from the filmmaker behind 'Something’s Gotta Give' and 'The Holiday' is expected to be released on Christmas Day 2027.
Why it matters
The movie from the filmmaker behind 'Something’s Gotta Give' and 'The Holiday' is expected to be released on Christmas Day 2027.
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Maddie Ziegler, Iris Apatow and Lana Condor also star in the 'John Wick'-esque actioner about five American dancers forced to fight off violent Hungarian gangsters.
Why it matters
Maddie Ziegler, Iris Apatow and Lana Condor also star in the 'John Wick'-esque actioner about five American dancers forced to fight off…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Apple's latest acquisition could be a hint towards improvements for Final Cut Pro. The tech giant acquired MotionVFX, as seen on the company's website and first reported by MacRumors, which is known for providing plugins, templates, visual effects and more to video editors. MotionVFX currently offers its software for…
Why it matters
Apple's latest acquisition could be a hint towards improvements for Final Cut Pro. The tech giant acquired MotionVFX, as seen on the…
Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The Colombian superstar made the announcement in a preview of the RTVE show Al Cielo Con Ella.
Why it matters
The Colombian superstar made the announcement in a preview of the RTVE show Al Cielo Con Ella.
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
According to the RIAA's year-end report, vinyl sales, in units, increased from 43.4 million in 2024 to 46.8 million in 2025
Why it matters
According to the RIAA's year-end report, vinyl sales, in units, increased from 43.4 million in 2024 to 46.8 million in 2025
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a game that a whole bunch of people are looking forward to, and they might be pleased to learn Warner Bros. Games is making the wait a bit shorter. The publisher has moved up the game by a week from its previous release date of May 29, meaning it will land on PlayStation 5,…
Why it matters
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a game that a whole bunch of people are looking forward to, and they might be pleased to learn…
Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The New Jersey rapper was released from prison in January after serving more than three years.
Why it matters
The New Jersey rapper was released from prison in January after serving more than three years.
Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Listen to new must-hear songs from R&B/hip-hop artists like Starlito and Kurious.
Why it matters
Listen to new must-hear songs from R&B/hip-hop artists like Starlito and Kurious.
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Why it matters
Shirts optional.
Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The country star will take fans deeper into his music and life on tour when he launches his station.
Why it matters
The country star will take fans deeper into his music and life on tour when he launches his station.
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Some nine years ago, it was reported that John Wick creator Derek Kolstad was making a live-action Hitman TV show for Hulu. But now, it's "dead in the water," according to Kolstad himself.He told The Direct that the project--for which he was going to be an executive producer and writer--is no longer going ahead. "It's…
Why it matters
Some nine years ago, it was reported that John Wick creator Derek Kolstad was making a live-action Hitman TV show for Hulu. But now, it's…
Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Unverified screenshots appeared to show that he'd "liked" a post calling the pop superstar "talentless."
Why it matters
Unverified screenshots appeared to show that he'd "liked" a post calling the pop superstar "talentless."
Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The smash gets together with Swift’s first No. 1 in 2012.
Why it matters
The smash gets together with Swift’s first No. 1 in 2012.
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
John Krasinski is directing the long-awaited installment in Paramount's sci-fi horror movie series.
Why it matters
John Krasinski is directing the long-awaited installment in Paramount's sci-fi horror movie series.
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Addressing rumours that Cobain wrote a large portion of Hole’s ‘Live Through This’, the bassist said: “If anything, she inspired Kurt’s lyrics”
The post Melissa Auf der Maur and Billy Corgan on the inspiration of Courtney Love on Kurt Cobain – and how she made them “smarter” appeared first on NME.
Why it matters
Addressing rumours that Cobain wrote a large portion of Hole’s ‘Live Through This’, the bassist said: “If anything, she inspired Kurt’s…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
A chance encounter between a washed-up wedding singer and a former boy bander changes the course of both their lives in the new feature by 'Once' and 'Sing Street' filmmaker John Carney.
Why it matters
A chance encounter between a washed-up wedding singer and a former boy bander changes the course of both their lives in the new feature by…
Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The gathering will also feature "immersive album-themed experiences."
Why it matters
The gathering will also feature "immersive album-themed experiences."
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
On Friday, Encyclopedia Britannica and dictionary publisher Merriam-Webster filed a lawsuit against OpenAI alleging that it used their copyrighted content to train its AI, then generated responses that were "substantially similar" to their content, as previously reported by Reuters. According to Britannica, OpenAI…
Why it matters
On Friday, Encyclopedia Britannica and dictionary publisher Merriam-Webster filed a lawsuit against OpenAI alleging that it used their…
Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The Seoul plaza where protest, celebration and national identity collide becomes the stage for the group's first performance in nearly four years.
Why it matters
The Seoul plaza where protest, celebration and national identity collide becomes the stage for the group's first performance in nearly four…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
He'll continue to report to CEO Jennifer Mullin.
Why it matters
He'll continue to report to CEO Jennifer Mullin.
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Since Amazon rolled out its redesigned Fire TV OS, Amazon’s latest streaming sticks are even better than ever. And right now, both the Fire TV Stick 4K Max and Fire TV Stick 4K Plus are back at their best prices yet during Amazon’s early Big Spring Sale event. You can buy the Fire TV Stick […]
Why it matters
Since Amazon rolled out its redesigned Fire TV OS, Amazon’s latest streaming sticks are even better than ever. And right now, both the Fire…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
If you've reached Sparkling Skylands, you're already a pro at exploring and building habitats in Pokemon Pokopia. However, the Pokemon are now asking you to help them restore the largest structure yet. In this guide, we'll walk you through all the tasks needed to "rebuild the huge building" in Sparkling Skylands,…
Why it matters
If you've reached Sparkling Skylands, you're already a pro at exploring and building habitats in Pokemon Pokopia. However, the Pokemon are…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
"It was perhaps the most magical part of this process," co-director Alexandre Singh said of the pop star posting to Letterboxd about 'Two People Exchanging Saliva.'
Why it matters
"It was perhaps the most magical part of this process," co-director Alexandre Singh said of the pop star posting to Letterboxd about 'Two…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Pokemon Pokopia is all about discovering new Pokemon and helping them restore their homes. For the game's third map location, Rocky Ridges, the Pokemon need your help to rescue a chef and throw a really great party. In this guide, we'll walk you through all the objectives for Rocky Ridges, including cooking meals,…
Why it matters
Pokemon Pokopia is all about discovering new Pokemon and helping them restore their homes. For the game's third map location, Rocky Ridges,…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The world of Pokemon Pokopia is filled with exploration and treasure. While helping your Pokemon friends, you might've found some Mysterious Slates as treasure or stumbled on a hidden puzzle wall. In this guide, we'll explain how to collect and use Mysterious Slates to solve a hidden puzzle wall that rewards you with…
Why it matters
The world of Pokemon Pokopia is filled with exploration and treasure. While helping your Pokemon friends, you might've found some…
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
"The buyer can choose to release the entire album in any format they desire ... vinyl, CD, or any other configuration, in whole or in part, at their discretion," Vinnie Vincent says
Why it matters
"The buyer can choose to release the entire album in any format they desire ... vinyl, CD, or any other configuration, in whole or in part,…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
OpenAI has been hit with another lawsuit. This time, Encyclopedia Britannica took legal action against OpenAI, accusing the company of copyright and trademark infringements, as first reported by Reuters. More specifically, Britannica alleged that OpenAI illegally used its "copyrighted content at a massive scale" when…
Why it matters
OpenAI has been hit with another lawsuit. This time, Encyclopedia Britannica took legal action against OpenAI, accusing the company of…
Billboard.com
billboard.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The initial concert was postponed and held a couple of months later in September 2019.
Why it matters
The initial concert was postponed and held a couple of months later in September 2019.
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
During this year's Oscars, actress Mckenna Grace showed off her love for Pokemon. While appearing on the Oscars' red carpet coverage, Grace revealed that she used the pockets in her dress to smuggle in some Pokemon cards.While speaking with Entertainment Tonight, Grace indicated that she had already passed a pack of…
Why it matters
During this year's Oscars, actress Mckenna Grace showed off her love for Pokemon. While appearing on the Oscars' red carpet coverage, Grace…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
An upgraded version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) has arrived for PS5 Pro console owners, and several game studios have revealed more details on how their titles will benefit from this update. Capcom was one of the first companies to show off how one of its games, Resident Evil Requiem, will benefit…
Why it matters
An upgraded version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) has arrived for PS5 Pro console owners, and several game studios have…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Some of the best strategy games in the storied genre helped shape the video game industry. There's a long and cherished history of strategy games in the industry dating back to the late 1900s with the creation of games such as Risk, Herzog Zwei, and others. Now, the strategy genre is jam-packed with dozens of…
Why it matters
Some of the best strategy games in the storied genre helped shape the video game industry. There's a long and cherished history of strategy…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
In a viral video, the 'One Battle After Another' best supporting actress nominee had a confrontation an apparent security guard.
Why it matters
In a viral video, the 'One Battle After Another' best supporting actress nominee had a confrontation an apparent security guard.
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The Star Wars character made his Academy Awards debut on Sunday night as part of a bit with Weaver and 'The Mandalorian' star Pedro Pascal.
Why it matters
The Star Wars character made his Academy Awards debut on Sunday night as part of a bit with Weaver and 'The Mandalorian' star Pedro Pascal.
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The shows come in support of their upcoming 10th album ‘Romanticize The Dive’
The post Metric announce 2026 UK, European and Canadian tour with Broken Social Scene and Stars appeared first on NME.
Why it matters
The shows come in support of their upcoming 10th album ‘Romanticize The Dive’
The post Metric announce 2026 UK, European and Canadian tour…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
He appeared in ‘The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean,’ ‘Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid,’ ‘The Outlaw Josey Wales,’ ‘Hearts of the West’ and so many other films in the genre.
Why it matters
He appeared in ‘The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean,’ ‘Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid,’ ‘The Outlaw Josey Wales,’ ‘Hearts of the West’ and…
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
"She said yes!" the frontman announced in an Instagram post
Why it matters
"She said yes!" the frontman announced in an Instagram post
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Mars insists it’s “only love over here,” but crumbs scattered across the stan internet raise questions over an alleged like on a post calling Swift “talentless”
Why it matters
Mars insists it’s “only love over here,” but crumbs scattered across the stan internet raise questions over an alleged like on a post…
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
In an excerpt from her upcoming book Even the Good Girls Will Cry: A 90s Rock Memoir, the bassist recalls joining Hole during their darkest period
Why it matters
In an excerpt from her upcoming book Even the Good Girls Will Cry: A 90s Rock Memoir, the bassist recalls joining Hole during their darkest…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Over the weekend, former Blizzard VP and Overwatch game director Jeff Kaplan decided to show off his new game, The Legend of California, via a 10-hour livestream on Twitch. During the lengthy stream--which Kaplan admits was his first--he demonstrated various aspects of his upcoming game and shared some opinions on the…
Why it matters
Over the weekend, former Blizzard VP and Overwatch game director Jeff Kaplan decided to show off his new game, The Legend of California,…
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
While Amazon’s previous lineup of Echo speakers and smart displays was boring, frankly, its late 2025 hardware refresh brought better hardware, improved performance, and Alexa Plus to several models. If you feel like your room(s) could benefit from speakers to deliver tunes, audiobooks, or podcasts to more corners of…
Why it matters
While Amazon’s previous lineup of Echo speakers and smart displays was boring, frankly, its late 2025 hardware refresh brought better…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
OpenAI's forthcoming "adult mode" will allow users to engage in lewd conversations with ChatGPT, but not use the chatbot to generate explicit images, audio or video. In response to reporting from The Wall Street Journal, an OpenAI spokesperson characterized the upcoming release as capable of producing smut rather than…
Why it matters
OpenAI's forthcoming "adult mode" will allow users to engage in lewd conversations with ChatGPT, but not use the chatbot to generate…
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Creative Industries Minister Ian Murray has said more needs to be done towards the game-changing arena and stadium levy, or else they'll be forced to take action and make it mandatory – with a June deadline fast approaching
The post Government urges industry and Live Nation to “step up to help the next…
Why it matters
Creative Industries Minister Ian Murray has said more needs to be done towards the game-changing arena and stadium levy, or else they'll be…
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The full band of superstars is hitting the stage at an exclusive Spotify event in New York
Why it matters
The full band of superstars is hitting the stage at an exclusive Spotify event in New York
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Subscriptions are out of control. I can remember a time when the monthly payouts were few: just Netflix, a couple of magazines and a mobile plan. Now we have subscriptions for music, security cameras, cloud gaming, AI chatbots, meal kits, LinkedIn, DoorDash, Uber, Photoshop — the list is long. Basically, if there’s an…
Why it matters
Subscriptions are out of control. I can remember a time when the monthly payouts were few: just Netflix, a couple of magazines and a mobile…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Since its launch, Marvel Rivals has greatly expanded its roster of characters. Heavyweights like Captain America and Spider-Man share the battlefield with dozens of characters who have gotten a bump in popularity thanks to their appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but lesser-known heroes and villains like…
Why it matters
Since its launch, Marvel Rivals has greatly expanded its roster of characters. Heavyweights like Captain America and Spider-Man share the…
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Today, I’m talking with Jim Lanzone, who is the CEO of Yahoo. It’s basically impossible to sum up the Yahoo story, but the short version of it is that a long time ago Yahoo paid Google to run the search box on its website, and basically everything has gone sideways since. You’ll hear Jim refer […]
Why it matters
Today, I’m talking with Jim Lanzone, who is the CEO of Yahoo. It’s basically impossible to sum up the Yahoo story, but the short version of…
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Seating technology may have reached its peak for those of us who struggle to keep our lightly worn clothing piles away from furniture. The Laundry Chair - developed by YouTuber and viral inventor Simone Giertz - is now available to buy through a Kickstarter campaign, providing a storage solution that still functions…
Why it matters
Seating technology may have reached its peak for those of us who struggle to keep our lightly worn clothing piles away from furniture. The…
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
"He brings an intimacy to the song that I couldn’t have imagined"
The post Anna Calvi shares epic Matt Berninger collab ‘Is This All There Is?’: “We’re both searching for answers” appeared first on NME.
Why it matters
"He brings an intimacy to the song that I couldn’t have imagined"
The post Anna Calvi shares epic Matt Berninger collab ‘Is This All…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
A coalition of Big Tech companies is working on a more comprehensive solution to combat online scams. As first reported by Axios, Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Meta, Amazon, OpenAI, Adobe and Match Group announced the signing of the Online Services Accord Against Scams. The new agreement is meant to put up a united…
Why it matters
A coalition of Big Tech companies is working on a more comprehensive solution to combat online scams. As first reported by Axios, Google,…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The 'Chicago' lead is starring in the fourth season of everyone's favorite reality TV spectacle, and will star in her first feature this year. With Broadway, 'Mormon Wives' and acting aspirations aplenty, Leavitt isn't slowing down anytime soon: "This is just the beginning."
Why it matters
The 'Chicago' lead is starring in the fourth season of everyone's favorite reality TV spectacle, and will star in her first feature this…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Toronto's Maggie Kang earned the Academy Award for best animated feature, while Montreal artists Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski were second-time winners for best animated short.
Why it matters
Toronto's Maggie Kang earned the Academy Award for best animated feature, while Montreal artists Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski were…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Developer Sandfall Interactive's first game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, was one of 2025's biggest breakout success stories, and everyone is wondering if and when a sequel is coming. That remains to be seen, and the game's lead writer, Jennifer Svedberg-Yen, is sworn to secrecy.She told GamesRadar, "I cannot tell you…
Why it matters
Developer Sandfall Interactive's first game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, was one of 2025's biggest breakout success stories, and everyone…
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Something Corporate and Jack’s Mannequin frontman announced intimate performance with Colorado Symphony this fall
Why it matters
Something Corporate and Jack’s Mannequin frontman announced intimate performance with Colorado Symphony this fall
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Leonardo DiCaprio is reteaming with Martin Scorsese, Benicio del Toro is starring opposite Cameron Diaz, Jacob Elordi returns to 'Euphoria' and Amy Madigan lines up a thriller.
Why it matters
Leonardo DiCaprio is reteaming with Martin Scorsese, Benicio del Toro is starring opposite Cameron Diaz, Jacob Elordi returns to 'Euphoria'…
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
"Golden" is the first K-pop song to be awarded Best Original Song at the Academy Awards, but co-writer Yuhan was barely able to utter a thank you before being played off stage after EJAE spoke
Why it matters
"Golden" is the first K-pop song to be awarded Best Original Song at the Academy Awards, but co-writer Yuhan was barely able to utter a…
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
"It is always very special to sit in the middle of an orchestra surrounded by all these fantastic players"
The post Sigur Rós announce final UK and European leg of orchestral tour appeared first on NME.
Why it matters
"It is always very special to sit in the middle of an orchestra surrounded by all these fantastic players"
The post Sigur Rós announce…
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
It's shifted more than six million copies in two weeks
The post ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ is the fastest-selling ‘Resi’ game ever appeared first on NME.
Why it matters
It's shifted more than six million copies in two weeks
The post ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ is the fastest-selling ‘Resi’ game ever appeared…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The AirPods Max 2 are almost here. Apple announced this morning that the first true update to its over-hear phones are up for pre-order on March 25 and will be shipping in early April. They look identical to the predecessor, with large, colorful earcups and a matching headband. But inside is the H2 chip that Apple…
Why it matters
The AirPods Max 2 are almost here. Apple announced this morning that the first true update to its over-hear phones are up for pre-order on…
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Apple has just announced the AirPods Max 2 with better noise cancellation and sound quality. The second generation of Apple's over-ear headphones starts at $549 and comes equipped with an H2 chip that powers a bunch of new features, including AI-powered live translation, which translates speech to your preferred…
Why it matters
Apple has just announced the AirPods Max 2 with better noise cancellation and sound quality. The second generation of Apple's over-ear…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Pokemon Pokopia is turning out to be something of a surprise system seller for Nintendo Switch 2, which also means that it's a good showpiece for some Switch 2 features. The increased horsepower means it's nice to look at without having to scale down on Switch 1, and its social features could be useful for GameChat.…
Why it matters
Pokemon Pokopia is turning out to be something of a surprise system seller for Nintendo Switch 2, which also means that it's a good…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
2K Games and Wargaming are teaming up for an unexpected crossover event.From March 19-29, World of Tanks is adding Mafia-themed content with the Battle Pass Special: Mafia. "A renowned family of decent people has arrived in World of Tanks. These respectable gentlemen from the fine city of Lost Heaven provide valuable…
Why it matters
2K Games and Wargaming are teaming up for an unexpected crossover event.From March 19-29, World of Tanks is adding Mafia-themed content…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Just a few days after Capcom reported that Resident Evil Requiem had set a franchise best with 5 million sales in its launch week, the company has had to update those figures. The horror hit has increased its lifetime sales to 6 million units sold globally, which now makes it the fastest-selling Resident Evil game to…
Why it matters
Just a few days after Capcom reported that Resident Evil Requiem had set a franchise best with 5 million sales in its launch week, the…
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The comedian made the joke during his opening monologue
The post Conan O’Brien’s joke about US not arresting pedophiles draws gasps from Oscars audience appeared first on NME.
Why it matters
The comedian made the joke during his opening monologue
The post Conan O’Brien’s joke about US not arresting pedophiles draws…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Launching a live-service game might be one of the toughest prospects in the video game industry currently, as several ambitious titles have sadly failed to find an audience and have folded shortly after launch. Marvel Rivals isn't one of those games, as the free-to-play action game has maintained its momentum with a…
Why it matters
Launching a live-service game might be one of the toughest prospects in the video game industry currently, as several ambitious titles have…
Gamespot.com
gamespot.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
If you needed more proof that Weapons director Zach Cregger has the credentials to make a new Resident Evil film, look no further than his play history. According to a reporter, Cregger has already completed the latest game in the franchise twice.Deadline writer Destiny Jackson shared a photo of herself and Cregger on…
Why it matters
If you needed more proof that Weapons director Zach Cregger has the credentials to make a new Resident Evil film, look no further than his…
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Dates began at London’s Royal Albert Hall, and special guests included ‘Parklife’ icon Phil Daniels, Saffron of Republica and Gary Stringer of Reef
The post Watch Alex James deliver orchestral covers of Blur, Oasis, Pulp, Radiohead and Stone Roses as Britpop Classical tour kicks off appeared first on NME.
Why it matters
Dates began at London’s Royal Albert Hall, and special guests included ‘Parklife’ icon Phil Daniels, Saffron of Republica and Gary Stringer…
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
A few notable names were omitted
The post Oscars’ In Memoriam segment misses James Van Der Beek, Brigitte Bardot and Eric Dane appeared first on NME.
Why it matters
A few notable names were omitted
The post Oscars’ In Memoriam segment misses James Van Der Beek, Brigitte Bardot and Eric Dane…
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Last week, a few posts about a so-called virtual "embodied fly" tore through X, boosted by AI hype accounts and excited commenters who didn't seem to understand what it was they were excited about. The videos came from San Francisco-based Eon Systems, which says it's working toward "digital human intelligence" and…
Why it matters
Last week, a few posts about a so-called virtual "embodied fly" tore through X, boosted by AI hype accounts and excited commenters who…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Firefly aired for just one season in 2002 before Fox canceled it. In the 24 years since, the sci-fi show has skyrocketed in popularity and now fans are finally getting more. Nathan Fillion has announced that an animated Firefly series is currently in advanced development, Deadline first reported.
Fillion shared…
Why it matters
Firefly aired for just one season in 2002 before Fox canceled it. In the 24 years since, the sci-fi show has skyrocketed in popularity and…
Nme.com
nme.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
She recently discussed the Spanish painter and spoke about “separating the artist from the work”
The post Rosalía apologises for Picasso comments: “I didn’t know there were real cases of abuse” appeared first on NME.
Why it matters
She recently discussed the Spanish painter and spoke about “separating the artist from the work”
The post Rosalía apologises for Picasso…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
In good news for our wallets and the environment at large, many electronic devices like phones and tablets last longer now than they once did. That means refurbished gadgets can have more life than ever before. There are no laws governing the terms, but refurbished or renewed devices tend to be a level above just…
Why it matters
In good news for our wallets and the environment at large, many electronic devices like phones and tablets last longer now than they once…
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
If you've already given your iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max a retro '80s facelift with Spigen's Macintosh 128K and Apple Lisa-inspired Classic LS cases, you might as well make your wireless earbuds match. But instead of making the AirPods Pro 3 look like a decades-old desktop computer, Spigen's case turns them into a…
Why it matters
If you've already given your iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max a retro '80s facelift with Spigen's Macintosh 128K and Apple Lisa-inspired Classic…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
We've loved Apple's 2021-era MacBook Pro design from the start, and the M5 Max edition is once again the professional notebook to beat. But it's hard to deny that the star of Apple's recent laptop rollout wasn't its most powerful Pro systems — all eyes were on the $599 MacBook Neo. The MacBook Pro's next time to shine…
Why it matters
We've loved Apple's 2021-era MacBook Pro design from the start, and the M5 Max edition is once again the professional notebook to beat. But…
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
OpenAI's delayed "adult mode" for ChatGPT is expected to support saucy text conversations at launch, but not the chatbot's ability to generate images, voice, or video. Speaking to The Wall Street Journal, an unnamed OpenAI spokesperson described content that will be provided by the upcoming feature as smut rather than…
Why it matters
OpenAI's delayed "adult mode" for ChatGPT is expected to support saucy text conversations at launch, but not the chatbot's ability to…
Theverge.com
theverge.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
One of the first major crashes I experienced as a chronically ill person happened on an unusually sunny January day in New York City. It was 2023, and I was riding my bike with a friend, flying high from the exercise. We'd covered just over 40 miles on mostly flat ground, a longish ride, but […]
Why it matters
One of the first major crashes I experienced as a chronically ill person happened on an unusually sunny January day in New York City. It…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Ahead of its acquisition by Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. dominated the 2026 Oscars with 11 wins primarily for Ryan Coogler's Sinners and Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another. Netflix also put in a strong showing with seven Academy Awards, including two for KPop Demon Hunters and three for Guillermo Del…
Why it matters
Ahead of its acquisition by Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. dominated the 2026 Oscars with 11 wins primarily for Ryan Coogler's Sinners…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
O'Brien delivered his second consecutive strong hosting job, and there were stirring history-making wins — but glitchy sound, confusing cutaways and erratic direction marred the night.
Why it matters
O'Brien delivered his second consecutive strong hosting job, and there were stirring history-making wins — but glitchy sound, confusing…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
With a number of free streaming options, here's where to watch the duo break down Hollywood's biggest night in their Oscars-themed live event, which includes an interview with Conan O'Brien.
Why it matters
With a number of free streaming options, here's where to watch the duo break down Hollywood's biggest night in their Oscars-themed live…
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
The Netflix smash took home two awards: Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for “Golden”
Why it matters
The Netflix smash took home two awards: Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for “Golden”
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Stars Deanna Allison, Kiowa Gordon and Jessica Matten dish on Chee’s ghost sickness, Emma’s insights and that extended ‘Twilight’ Wolf Pack reunion in episode five.
Why it matters
Stars Deanna Allison, Kiowa Gordon and Jessica Matten dish on Chee’s ghost sickness, Emma’s insights and that extended ‘Twilight’ Wolf Pack…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-16
Summary
Ahead of 'The Bachelorette' season 22 premiere, 18 former Bachelorettes take a walk down memory lane in this TV special.
Why it matters
Ahead of 'The Bachelorette' season 22 premiere, 18 former Bachelorettes take a walk down memory lane in this TV special.
Rollingstone.com
rollingstone.com
· 2026-03-15
Summary
Buddy Guy, Brittany Howard, Shaboozey, Eric Gales, and more joined in to perform the pivotal Sinners track
Why it matters
Buddy Guy, Brittany Howard, Shaboozey, Eric Gales, and more joined in to perform the pivotal Sinners track
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-15
Summary
If your Playdate wishlist is anything like mine (endless), here's a good excuse to actually go ahead and free some of those games from limbo: Panic is running a sale across the Playdate Catalog to celebrate its three-year anniversary. Sure, the majority of Playdate games are pretty cheap as is, but they can still add…
Why it matters
If your Playdate wishlist is anything like mine (endless), here's a good excuse to actually go ahead and free some of those games from…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-15
Summary
With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the 98th Academy Awards red carpet pre-shows online.
Why it matters
With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the 98th Academy Awards red carpet pre-shows online.
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-15
Summary
In an unexpected twist, humans have taken some jobs back from AI. Embark Studios' CEO Patrick Söderlund recently told GamesIndustry.biz that the studio "re-recorded" some of the AI-generated voice lines in Arc Raiders with human voices, only after its successful launch in October.
"There is a quality difference,"…
Why it matters
In an unexpected twist, humans have taken some jobs back from AI. Embark Studios' CEO Patrick Söderlund recently told GamesIndustry.biz…
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-15
Summary
With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the 98th Academy Awards live online.
Why it matters
With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the 98th Academy Awards live online.
Hollywoodreporter.com
hollywoodreporter.com
· 2026-03-15
Summary
Original series creator Joss Whedon gave his blessing for the new iteration of the show that would be run by Tara Butters ('Agent Carter,' 'Dollhouse') and Marc Guggenheim ('Arrow,' 'Flash') and involves Oscar- and Emmy-winning animation studio ShadowMachine.
Why it matters
Original series creator Joss Whedon gave his blessing for the new iteration of the show that would be run by Tara Butters ('Agent Carter,'…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-15
Summary
To capitalize on Claude's recent spike in popularity, Anthropic is offering a limited-time promotion that doubles usage limits for anyone using its AI chatbot during off-peak hours. From March 13 to March 27, users on Free, Pro, Max, and Team plans will get double the usage limits in a five-hour window when using…
Why it matters
To capitalize on Claude's recent spike in popularity, Anthropic is offering a limited-time promotion that doubles usage limits for anyone…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-14
Summary
A month after Seedance 2.0's launch in China sparked cease-and-desist letters from Disney and Paramount Skydance over its use of copyrighted materials, its developer ByteDance has reportedly hit pause on the release of the AI video tool in other regions. According to The Information, which spoke to two anonymous…
Why it matters
A month after Seedance 2.0's launch in China sparked cease-and-desist letters from Disney and Paramount Skydance over its use of…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-14
Summary
You're responsible for your own Spotify algorithm now. On stage at SXSW, Spotify's co-CEO, Gustav Söderström, announced the Taste Profile feature, which allows users to personally customize exactly what they want to listen to, whether it's music, audiobooks or podcasts. This AI-powered feature is still in beta, and it…
Why it matters
You're responsible for your own Spotify algorithm now. On stage at SXSW, Spotify's co-CEO, Gustav Söderström, announced the Taste Profile…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-14
Summary
There may have been some extra incentive for the Trump administration to get the TikTok US deal done. According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, the Trump administration is set to receive a total of $10 billion in the deal that allowed TikTok to remain in the US. The new investors who acquired stakes in the…
Why it matters
There may have been some extra incentive for the Trump administration to get the TikTok US deal done. According to a report from The Wall…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-14
Summary
Need something new for your reading list? This week, we recommend A.D. Sui's The Iron Garden Sutra, a meditative horror sci-fi/fantasy and murder mystery.
I don't typically gravitate toward locked room mysteries, but the description of this book ticked all the right boxes to win me over: "a death monk and a team…
Why it matters
Need something new for your reading list? This week, we recommend A.D. Sui's The Iron Garden Sutra, a meditative horror sci-fi/fantasy and…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-14
Summary
Meta could be preparing for one of the largest layoffs in its history, according to a Reuters report. The tech giant is planning to cut about 20 percent of its workforce, according to the outlet's sources. According to the report, neither a date nor the exact number of layoffs has been finalized yet.
However, Reuters…
Why it matters
Meta could be preparing for one of the largest layoffs in its history, according to a Reuters report. The tech giant is planning to cut…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-14
Summary
Digg has shut down, for now, just a few months after its open beta launched. Justin Mezzell, the company’s CEO, has explained on the home page that it noticed hours after the beta launched that it was already being targeted by SEO spammers. “The internet is now populated, in meaningful part, by sophisticated AI agents…
Why it matters
Digg has shut down, for now, just a few months after its open beta launched. Justin Mezzell, the company’s CEO, has explained on the home…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-14
Summary
Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. A bunch of intriguing games arrived this week, including a mobile port of one of the most absorbing things I’ve played in years and two completely different titles with the same name. Let’s get things started with a look at a few projects that…
Why it matters
Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. A bunch of intriguing games arrived this week, including a mobile…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
OpenAI plans to add its Sora video generation model directly into ChatGPT, The Information reports . The standalone Sora app was seen as a smash hit when it launched alongside Sora 2 in September 2025, but interest in the video generation app has fallen in the time since as users ran into limits on the amount and…
Why it matters
OpenAI plans to add its Sora video generation model directly into ChatGPT, The Information reports . The standalone Sora app was seen as a…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Meta AI should soon be better at surfacing international news content thanks to a set of new deals with publishers. The company announced new agreements with international outlets and offered additional details on its recent deal with News Corp. The latest deals bring French newspaper Le Figaro, Spanish media…
Why it matters
Meta AI should soon be better at surfacing international news content thanks to a set of new deals with publishers. The company announced…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Adobe has agreed to pay the US government $75 million to settle its lawsuit over the company's allegedly harmful approach to subscriptions. The suit started in 2024, when the US Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission filed a joint complaint alleging the company deliberately made it difficult to cancel…
Why it matters
Adobe has agreed to pay the US government $75 million to settle its lawsuit over the company's allegedly harmful approach to subscriptions.…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
In the mad dash many companies have made to incorporate AI features into their phones, Nothing arrived at one of the better ideas with Essential Space on the Nothing Phone 3a in 2025. The AI-powered app turns screenshots and voice recordings into actionable to-do lists and transcriptions, and now Nothing is rolling…
Why it matters
In the mad dash many companies have made to incorporate AI features into their phones, Nothing arrived at one of the better ideas with…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Apple's cheapest laptop is also its most repairable. iFixit gave the new MacBook Neo a 6/10 repairability score. Although that number would only be mediocre for, say, a game review or final exam grade, it's the MacBook line's highest iFixit score in about 14 years.As always, iFixit goes into great detail about the…
Why it matters
Apple's cheapest laptop is also its most repairable. iFixit gave the new MacBook Neo a 6/10 repairability score. Although that number would…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Meta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs. The feature will "no longer be supported after May 8, 2026," the company wrote in an update on its support page. Unlike WhatsApp, Meta never made encryption available to all Instagram users and it was never a default setting. Instead, users in "some areas" had…
Why it matters
Meta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs. The feature will "no longer be supported after May 8, 2026," the company wrote in…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Amazon is raising the price of its ad-free Prime Video subscription and locking 4K UHD streaming behind this new tier. Starting April 10 for US customers, a rebranded Prime Video Ultra subscription will cost $5 per month, up from $3 per month.
For that extra $2, you get a download capacity increase from 25 to 100, and…
Why it matters
Amazon is raising the price of its ad-free Prime Video subscription and locking 4K UHD streaming behind this new tier. Starting April 10…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Parallels, the company best known for making the virtualization software that enables you to run Windows and other operating systems on a Mac, has confirmed that Parallels Desktop is compatible with the MacBook Neo.
At launch it was unclear if Apple's new $600 laptop possessed the under-the-hood heft to run Windows…
Why it matters
Parallels, the company best known for making the virtualization software that enables you to run Windows and other operating systems on a…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
The newly verified X account for Iran's supreme leader could be putting the company on the wrong side of US sanctions, according to a watchdog group. The Tech Transparency Project, which last month published a report on X granting premium perks to sanctioned officials in Iran, now says that the verified account for…
Why it matters
The newly verified X account for Iran's supreme leader could be putting the company on the wrong side of US sanctions, according to a…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance has figured out a way to access NVIDIA's latest AI chips despite export restrictions, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The company is working with a firm called Aolani Cloud and building out Blackwell computing systems in Malaysia.
This should give…
Why it matters
TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance has figured out a way to access NVIDIA's latest AI chips despite export restrictions, according…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Inevitably, the more you use something — your Mac included — the more dirty and cluttered it’s likely to become. At that point, you can buy a new machine, but the more economical move is to make what you have already work better. To help your computer feel new, or at least a little cleaner and less chaotic, we put…
Why it matters
Inevitably, the more you use something — your Mac included — the more dirty and cluttered it’s likely to become. At that point, you can buy…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
It's already smartphone season. Samsung's annual deluge encompasses three new phones for 2026: the frontier-pushing S26 Ultra ($1,300) with its innovative Privacy Screen, the S26 ($899) and the S26+ ($999). The smaller flagships, yet again, are iterative versions of what came before, with the major differences…
Why it matters
It's already smartphone season. Samsung's annual deluge encompasses three new phones for 2026: the frontier-pushing S26 Ultra ($1,300) with…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Somehow, Apple made a $599 laptop that's actually a joy to use. In this episode, Devindra and Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham chat about what makes the MacBook Neo so great. And they also dive into the new M4 iPad Air, M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pros. Also, Roberto Baldwin, SAE International's Sustainability…
Why it matters
Somehow, Apple made a $599 laptop that's actually a joy to use. In this episode, Devindra and Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham chat about what…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Apple is lowering its developer fees in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator. From March 15, the commission rate for standard in-app purchases (IAPs) will be reduced from 30 percent to 25 percent on its mainland China App Store storefront for both iOS and iPadOS.
In a Developer blog, Apple also said…
Why it matters
Apple is lowering its developer fees in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator. From March 15, the commission rate for…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Apple's new family of laptops might have a cringeworthy name, but don't let it fool you. Despite the MacBook Neo running on a built-for-iPhone A-series processor and being limited to 8GB of RAM, it delivers on what Macs do best. It has a capable screen, keyboardand trackpadand its overall build quality should…
Why it matters
Apple's new family of laptops might have a cringeworthy name, but don't let it fool you. Despite the MacBook Neo running on a…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Meditation is often touted as a mental cure-all, purported to help with stress, sleep, mood, focus and even certain medical conditions. I’ve been meditating most of my adult life. I’ve done silent retreats. I’ve been formally trained in various techniques. I’ve had someone in my contacts list who I referred to as a…
Why it matters
Meditation is often touted as a mental cure-all, purported to help with stress, sleep, mood, focus and even certain medical conditions.…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Uber’s and Motional's Hyundai Ioniq 5 autonomous EVs will start appearing as an option for riders in Las Vegas. Passengers requesting for an UberX, Uber Electric, Uber Comfort or Uber Comfort Electric ride may be matched with a Motional robotaxi. They will not be forced to take it, though, and will be notified and…
Why it matters
Uber’s and Motional's Hyundai Ioniq 5 autonomous EVs will start appearing as an option for riders in Las Vegas. Passengers requesting for…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost four years since Apple gave the MacBook Air a serious glow-up. The 2022 model was a total redesign that bumped its performance with the M2 chip and also improved a number of key components. It was also the first MacBook Air to drop the signature tapered design, and Apple…
Why it matters
It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost four years since Apple gave the MacBook Air a serious glow-up. The 2022 model was a total…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Apple's exclusive deal for US broadcast rights of Formula 1 was a big shift to streaming from ESPN's cable coverage of the past, but after the first race (the Australian Grand Prix), it seems to be going well. "The 2026 Formula 1 season on Apple TV is off to a strong start, with fans responding positively and…
Why it matters
Apple's exclusive deal for US broadcast rights of Formula 1 was a big shift to streaming from ESPN's cable coverage of the past, but after…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-13
Summary
Bandai Namco has announced a new Little Nightmares game, this time for virtual reality. Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is developed by Iconik and not by Tarsier Studios, but it’s still connected to the beloved titles Little Nightmares I and II. Remember Dark Six, the protagonist Six’s dark doppelganger from the…
Why it matters
Bandai Namco has announced a new Little Nightmares game, this time for virtual reality. Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is developed…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
Many of us remember the halcyon days of being a kid in the ‘90s, spending a weekend afternoon with remote control in hand and a seemingly endless well of stuff to watch on TV. Now you can relive the experience thanks to the appropriately named Channel Surfer web app. It's essentially a YouTube discovery tool that…
Why it matters
Many of us remember the halcyon days of being a kid in the ‘90s, spending a weekend afternoon with remote control in hand and a seemingly…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union that covers warehouse workers, drivers and a diverse collection of other laborers, has come out against Paramount Skydance's merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. In a press release, the Teamsters announced that it has submitted a report to the US Department of…
Why it matters
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union that covers warehouse workers, drivers and a diverse collection of other laborers,…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
Adobe's long-time CEO has shared that he plans to step down. Shantanu Narayen has been the chief exec at the tech company for 18 years, a tenure where he led Adobe in the major shift to become a software-as-a-service provider. The exact timeline for his exit is still up in the air, as Narayen will depart when the…
Why it matters
Adobe's long-time CEO has shared that he plans to step down. Shantanu Narayen has been the chief exec at the tech company for 18 years, a…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
NASA will soon give it another go on April Fools' Day. On Thursday, NASA said it's targeting April 1 at 6:24 PM ET for the Artemis II mission's next launch attempt.In case that date doesn't pan out, NASA added April 2 at 7:22 PM as a secondary launch opportunity. If necessary, the agency foresees several more openings…
Why it matters
NASA will soon give it another go on April Fools' Day. On Thursday, NASA said it's targeting April 1 at 6:24 PM ET for the Artemis II…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
We've been seeing all sorts of warnings about how RAMaggedon is nigh. The latest horseman signalling a disaster is the International Data Corporation, which had already cautioned that things were looking bad at the end of 2025. Today, the organization further cut its forecasts for the PC market in 2026, anticipating…
Why it matters
We've been seeing all sorts of warnings about how RAMaggedon is nigh. The latest horseman signalling a disaster is the International Data…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel, Netflix and Sony have announced. Sony Pictures Animation handed the rights to the film to Netflix in 2021 as part of a larger licensing deal, but neither company could have expected how much of a hit it would ultimately become. Besides being Netflix's "most-watched movie of all…
Why it matters
KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel, Netflix and Sony have announced. Sony Pictures Animation handed the rights to the film to Netflix…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
Instagram has long limited users' ability to share links, restricting link-sharing to Stories, Reels and user profiles. But that might now be changing. The company has started to test clickable links inside of post captions for subscribers to Meta Verified. The new feature, which has been a long-requested update…
Why it matters
Instagram has long limited users' ability to share links, restricting link-sharing to Stories, Reels and user profiles. But that might now…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
European regulators are continuing to crack down on loot boxes and gaming features it classifies as "interactive risk categories." The Pan-European Game Information, better known as PEGI, is rolling out new rules that will apply age ratings based on the presence of loot boxes and other in-game purchases or…
Why it matters
European regulators are continuing to crack down on loot boxes and gaming features it classifies as "interactive risk…
Engadget.com
engadget.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
Bumble is testing an AI dating assistant called "Bee" that it hopes will get users on dates without them having to swipe through profiles, Bloomberg writes. The company announced the AI assistant during its fourth quarter earnings, and intends to use the AI in a new experience it calls "Dates."When…
Why it matters
Bumble is testing an AI dating assistant called "Bee" that it hopes will get users on dates without them having to swipe through…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-03-12
Summary
“Death Stranding 2: On the Beach” and “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” lead the 2026 Game Audio Network Guild (G.A.N.G.) Awards with eight and seven wins, respectively. Dedicated to celebrating achievements across the full spectrum of interactive audio, the 24th annual awards were presented during the GDC Festival of…
Why it matters
“Death Stranding 2: On the Beach” and “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” lead the 2026 Game Audio Network Guild (G.A.N.G.) Awards with eight and…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-03-09
Summary
Razer will unveil new features for its upcoming AI companion, Razer AVA, during the GDC Festival of Gaming Monday, including the ability for the product to be “fully agentic” running locally on PC and on the cloud. First revealed as a conceptual project last year and most recently promoted as a…
Why it matters
Razer will unveil new features for its upcoming AI companion, Razer AVA, during the GDC Festival of Gaming Monday, including the ability…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-03-09
Summary
Steve Downes, the voice of “Halo” protagonist Master Chief, is slamming Donald Trump’s White House for its “disgusting and juvenile war porn” video on social media, which included the Downes-voiced Master Chief in a montage alongside clips from “Iron Man,” “Top…
Why it matters
Steve Downes, the voice of “Halo” protagonist Master Chief, is slamming Donald Trump’s White House for its…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-03-06
Summary
Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his company’s new super-size map “Grand Heist City” later this month. Described as the Typical Gamer-founded JOGO Studios’ “most ambitious project” to date,…
Why it matters
Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-03-05
Summary
Gaming industry veteran Ben Jones has joined Range Media Partners to lead the management and talent representation firm’s newly created game publishing division. The move makes Range the first entertainment management firm to offer game development and publishing capabilities, according to the company. Range…
Why it matters
Gaming industry veteran Ben Jones has joined Range Media Partners to lead the management and talent representation firm’s newly…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-03-03
Summary
The “Life Is Strange” series adaptation at Amazon Prime Video has found its two leads. Variety has learned exclusively that Maisy Stella and Tatum Grace Hopkins have been cast in the roles of Chloe and Max, respectively. The show was first reported to be set up at Prime Video in September 2025. Per the…
Why it matters
The “Life Is Strange” series adaptation at Amazon Prime Video has found its two leads. Variety has learned exclusively that…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-03-03
Summary
“Highguard” will permanently shut down on March 12.  Created by Wildlight Entertainment, the news comes less than two months after the game first debuted earlier this year on Jan. 26.  “Since launch, more than 2 million players stepped into ‘Highguard’s’ world. You shared feedback, created…
Why it matters
“Highguard” will permanently shut down on March 12.  Created by Wildlight Entertainment, the news comes less than two months after the…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-03-02
Summary
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers through the end of video game “Resident Evil Requiem,” released Feb. 27 from Capcom. Gamers who spent their weekends playing through the jump scares and zombie fights in “Resident Evil Requiem” know that the survival horror title amounted…
Why it matters
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers through the end of video game “Resident Evil Requiem,” released Feb. 27…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-02-27
Summary
“Resident Evil Requiem” launched across multiple platforms Ffriday. The latest entry in the iconic survival horror franchise from developer Capcom brings players back to Racoon City with tense gameplay, immersive mysteries and the return of fan-favorite characters. The game follows FBI intelligence analyst…
Why it matters
“Resident Evil Requiem” launched across multiple platforms Ffriday. The latest entry in the iconic survival horror franchise…
Other
variety.com
· 2026-02-27
Summary
The next generation of “Pokémon” has finally been revealed. During its “Pokémon Presents” 30th anniversary livestream, the company unveiled the first look at the long-awaited 10th generation, “Winds” and “Waves.” The three starter Pokémon and a look at the…
Why it matters
The next generation of “Pokémon” has finally been revealed. During its “Pokémon Presents” 30th…