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‘Animal Control’ Renewed for Fifth Season at Fox

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-26

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The comedy starring Joel McHale has seen a streaming boost with prior seasons now on Netflix.

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The comedy starring Joel McHale has seen a streaming boost with prior seasons now on Netflix.

Samsung exec confirms you can blame RAM — and other materials — for the Galaxy S26’s higher pricetag

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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The Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus are "more of the same for more money," my colleague Allison Johnson reported this week. Now, Samsung is confirming what we previously only suspected: RAMageddon is partly to blame. Samsung's Won-Joon Choi, the COO of its mobile business, tells The Verge that the memory shortage…

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The Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus are "more of the same for more money," my colleague Allison Johnson reported this week. Now, Samsung is…

FTC declines to enforce a kids privacy law for data collected to verify users’ ages

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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The Federal Trade Commission is encouraging companies to adopt age verification technologies by announcing it will not enforce a children's online privacy law against certain websites that collect and use minors' personal data in order to verify their ages. "Age verification technologies are some of the most…

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The Federal Trade Commission is encouraging companies to adopt age verification technologies by announcing it will not enforce a children's…

Qualcomm won’t be announcing Windows gaming handhelds at GDC after all

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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In January, Qualcomm hinted to The Verge that it might finally bring its powerful Arm-based Snapdragon processors to Windows gaming handhelds at the 2026 Game Developers Conference in San Francisco - just in time to challenge Nvidia's own first Arm gaming CPU and Intel's first dedicated handheld gaming chips. But…

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In January, Qualcomm hinted to The Verge that it might finally bring its powerful Arm-based Snapdragon processors to Windows gaming…

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Sony May Be Drastically Shifting Its PC Strategy - Report

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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After an initial disclosure from Bloomberg's Jason Schreier, two prominent leakers have backed his account that Sony could be shifting away from releasing single-player titles on PC. According to Schreier, that may mean that upcoming games like Marvel's Wolverine or any future God of War sequels may not come to PC at…

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After an initial disclosure from Bloomberg's Jason Schreier, two prominent leakers have backed his account that Sony could be shifting away…

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‘Red Dwarf’ co-creator Rob Grant dies, aged 70

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-26

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"He was one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. A visionary," Craig Charles said of the writer The post ‘Red Dwarf’ co-creator Rob Grant dies, aged 70 appeared first on NME.

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"He was one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. A visionary," Craig Charles said of the writer The post ‘Red Dwarf’…

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NATO approves the iPhone and iPad for classified use

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Apple's mobile devices are secure enough for NATO. Following extensive testing by the German government, the iPhone and iPad are now considered secure enough for the NATO-restricted classified level.Germany's Federal Office for Information Security (Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik, or BSI) tested…

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Apple's mobile devices are secure enough for NATO. Following extensive testing by the German government, the iPhone and iPad are now…

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Resident Evil Timeline Explained: Story To Know Before You Start Resident Evil Requiem

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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Resident Evil Requiem is finally here, making it a great time to brush up on all that's happened across the Resident Evil series' 30-year history. This is especially true as Resident Evil Requiem looks to combine a bunch of different story threads across both mainline and spin-off titles in the series. For those that…

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Resident Evil Requiem is finally here, making it a great time to brush up on all that's happened across the Resident Evil series' 30-year…

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An AI-generated Resident Evil Requiem review briefly made it on Metacritic

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Review aggregator Metacritic has removed a review of Resident Evil Requiem because it was AI-generated, Kotaku reports. The review was published by UK gaming site VideoGamer, but appears to be "written" by a fake AI journalist rather than a real person.While it's unfortunately difficult to confirm with 100…

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Review aggregator Metacritic has removed a review of Resident Evil Requiem because it was AI-generated, Kotaku reports. The review was…

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Stardew Valley 1.7 Adds New Marriage Options And One Of Them Is The Wrong Choice

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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To celebrate ten years of Stardew Valley, creator Eric Barone (ConcernedApe) has announced two new marriage candidates and while one of them makes perfect sense ... Well, we're a bit confused about the other.As revealed during ConcernedApe's stream, Stardew Valley's 1.7 update will allow players to romance both Sandy…

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To celebrate ten years of Stardew Valley, creator Eric Barone (ConcernedApe) has announced two new marriage candidates and while one of…

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New Game We Are So Cooked Has Players Working Together To Hide A Dead Body

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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A new PC game calls on players to work together to hide a body after accidentally committing murder. The game is called We Are So Cooked, and it's not to be confused with the upcoming cooking game We Are So Cooked.We Are So Cooked (the hide-the-body game) has 1-4 players trying to get rid of the evidence in a co-op…

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A new PC game calls on players to work together to hide a body after accidentally committing murder. The game is called We Are So Cooked,…

DHS detained a Columbia University student and content creator

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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Department of Homeland Security agents "made misrepresentations" to gain access to a Columbia University residential building and detained a student early Thursday morning, according to a statement issued by the school. "Our understanding at this time is that the federal agents made misrepresentations to gain entry to…

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Department of Homeland Security agents "made misrepresentations" to gain access to a Columbia University residential building and detained…

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A New Backyard Baseball Game Is Finally Coming Out In July

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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Playground Productions and Mega Cat Studios have announced that the new Backyard Baseball game they've been teasing will launch in July.A trailer for the game debuted during IGN Fan Fest on Thursday. It's mostly animated, with many characters from the original gathering for a new game of baseball. At the end of the…

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Playground Productions and Mega Cat Studios have announced that the new Backyard Baseball game they've been teasing will launch in July.A…

Netflix’s F1 series Drive to Survive will stream on Apple TV, too

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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Netflix's sports docuseries obsession started a few years ago with F1: Drive to Survive, but when the eighth season premieres after midnight tonight, it will also be available on Apple TV. Now that Apple TV has a five-year deal to be the US streaming home for F1 races, subscribers in the US will be able […]

Why it matters

Netflix's sports docuseries obsession started a few years ago with F1: Drive to Survive, but when the eighth season premieres after…

The Berlinale Is at War With Itself — and Tricia Tuttle Is Caught in the Middle

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-26

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With German politicians calling for her head and hundreds of filmmakers rallying to her defense, the debate consuming Berlin risks drowning out the films themselves.

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With German politicians calling for her head and hundreds of filmmakers rallying to her defense, the debate consuming Berlin risks drowning…

Corsair is halting Drop sales after March 25th

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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The Drop store, which was acquired by gaming gear giant Corsair in 2023, was a haven for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts and audiophiles to discover and buy hard-to-find gear - sometimes at surprisingly good prices. The company will cease sales after March 25th at 11:59PM PT, which is also the cut off to redeem Drop…

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The Drop store, which was acquired by gaming gear giant Corsair in 2023, was a haven for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts and audiophiles to…

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The new $25 action game from the creator of Just Cause arrives on April 8

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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We’re still waiting for releases dates for Remedy’s in-development Max Payne remakes, but if you’re in need of a noir fix sooner than that, keep an eye on Liquid Swords’ Samson: A Tyndalston Story, which just got a release date of April 8. The debut game from a new studio formed by Just Cause creator Christofer…

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We’re still waiting for releases dates for Remedy’s in-development Max Payne remakes, but if you’re in need of a noir fix sooner than that,…

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Apple and Netflix are teaming up to share Formula 1 programming

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Apple and Netflix have entered into a rather surprising partnership. The dynamic streaming duo will share Formula 1 programming, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The deal allows Netflix to stream the F1 Canadian Grand Prix in May, along with Apple TV. On the flipside, Apple TV and Netflix will both air season…

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Apple and Netflix have entered into a rather surprising partnership. The dynamic streaming duo will share Formula 1 programming, according…

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eBay will lay off 800 workers, or 6 percent of its staff

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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eBay announced that it is cutting about 800 jobs from its global staff. "We are taking steps to reinvest across our business and align our structure with our strategic priorities, which will affect certain roles across our workforce," the retailer said in a statement as reported by Bloomberg. This move will…

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eBay announced that it is cutting about 800 jobs from its global staff. "We are taking steps to reinvest across our business and align…

NATO says iPhones are secure enough to handle classified data

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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The iPhone and iPad have been approved to hold NATO-restricted information, according to an announcement on Thursday. That means off-the-shelf devices running iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 can handle classified information "without requiring special software or settings," Apple says. The NATO-restricted designation is the…

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The iPhone and iPad have been approved to hold NATO-restricted information, according to an announcement on Thursday. That means…

Director Kevin Williamson on Giving Neve Campbell What She Wanted in ‘Scream 7,’ With Sidney Prescott at the Center

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-26

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"Yes there was the salary dispute and paying her, but she's also an actress and she wants to act. She wants a role," Williamson said of building No. 7 around the returning star.

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"Yes there was the salary dispute and paying her, but she's also an actress and she wants to act. She wants a role," Williamson said of…

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Everything you need to know about streaming F1 on Apple TV

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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We’ve known Apple would follow up its blockbuster film F1: The Movie with live coverage of F1 races in 2026. Now that we’re approaching the first grand prix weekend of the year, the company has provided details on what fans can expect to see inside the Apple TV app and beyond. There’s already a dedicated F1 channel in…

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We’ve known Apple would follow up its blockbuster film F1: The Movie with live coverage of F1 races in 2026. Now that we’re approaching the…

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How Stardew Valley Stayed Cream Of The Crop

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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Stardew Valley is celebrating its 10-year anniversary today, February 26, 2025. Below, we examine how it has remained the leader in a genre it helped to revive.A decade ago this month, indie developer Eric Barone, better known as ConcernedApe, released his debut game: a farm and life sim called Stardew Valley. Heavily…

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Stardew Valley is celebrating its 10-year anniversary today, February 26, 2025. Below, we examine how it has remained the leader in a genre…

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Meta sues advertisers in Brazil and China over 'celeb bait' scams

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Meta has sued the people and groups behind three scam operations that used images and deepfakes of celebrities to lure users to scam websites. According to the company, the three entities were based in China and Brazil and targeted people in the US, Japan and other countries. The ads promoted fraudulent investment…

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Meta has sued the people and groups behind three scam operations that used images and deepfakes of celebrities to lure users to scam…

‘Smiling Friends’ Shocks Fans as “Burnt Out” Creators End Show After Season 3 Despite Previous Renewal

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-26

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The animated show that had previously been picked up for seasons four and five will air two final episodes this spring, with Adult Swim's team noting, "We are sad to see this series come to an end."

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The animated show that had previously been picked up for seasons four and five will air two final episodes this spring, with Adult Swim's…

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Marathon Is Already Shooting Up Steam's Top-Sellers Chart

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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The official release of Marathon is still a week away, but the open-beta Server Slam event is getting underway today. And if the early response on Steam is any indication, Bungie's new extraction shooter won't go the way of Concord.Marathon is currently No. 3 on Steam's list of the best-selling games. Only Resident…

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The official release of Marathon is still a week away, but the open-beta Server Slam event is getting underway today. And if the early…

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Are Link And Zelda In Love? Patricia Summersett Clarifies Her Comments About Their Relationship

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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Patricia Summersett, who is best known in gaming for voicing Princess Zelda in a variety of The Legend of Zelda games, has clarified her comments from 2023 about Zelda and Link being "in a relationship."She told IGN that she has "all sorts of personal theories" about the nature of the relationship between Zelda and…

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Patricia Summersett, who is best known in gaming for voicing Princess Zelda in a variety of The Legend of Zelda games, has clarified her…

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Ambient Dreamie bedside companion review: The best sleep I've had in years

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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How much would you pay for a good night's sleep? This is a question I've asked myself repeatedly over the last few weeks as I've been testing the Dreamie, a $250 alarm clock and "bedside companion" that I couldn't stop thinking about after I first encountered it at CES. Ambient's Dreamie offers many of the…

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How much would you pay for a good night's sleep? This is a question I've asked myself repeatedly over the last few weeks as I've been…

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GTA 6 Delay Made Lego Batman Dev Feel "Really Glad"

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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GTA 6's delay to November 2026 helps give other games space to breathe, and that includes the upcoming Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight.Jonathan Smith, the head of production at developer TT Games, told IGN that his studio was looking at a Spring 2026 release window for Legacy of the Dark Knight. He now feels…

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GTA 6's delay to November 2026 helps give other games space to breathe, and that includes the upcoming Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark…

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Resident Evil Requiem - 24 Things I Wish I Knew

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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Resident Evil Requiem features two distinct playstyles by way of its two protagonists Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy. Each one has their own tips and tricks, many of which the game doesn't explicitly tell you. So let's get into them.

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Resident Evil Requiem features two distinct playstyles by way of its two protagonists Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy. Each one has…

Inside The “Crazy, Chaotic” ‘Baywatch’ Open Casting Call: “One Opportunity Can Change Your Life”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-26

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More than 2,000 hopefuls descended on Marina del Rey, its local Marriott and nearby Mother’s Beach last week to audition for a part in Fox and Fremantle’s reboot of the iconic TV series.

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More than 2,000 hopefuls descended on Marina del Rey, its local Marriott and nearby Mother’s Beach last week to audition for a part in Fox…

Israeli Director Tom Shoval Backs Berlin Festival Boss Amid Controversy

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-26

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The 'Letter to David' filmmaker says outcry around this year's Berlinale and director Tricia Tuttle "are not the whole story... she should not be under fire."

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The 'Letter to David' filmmaker says outcry around this year's Berlinale and director Tricia Tuttle "are not the whole story... she should…

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Everything announced at Samsung Unpacked: The Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy Buds 4 and more

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Mobile World Congress is right around the corner, but Samsung got out ahead of many rivals that will be showing off new handsets at that event by running the latest edition of Unpacked on Wednesday. At its event in San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts, the company revealed the Galaxy S26 lineup, which includes the base…

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Mobile World Congress is right around the corner, but Samsung got out ahead of many rivals that will be showing off new handsets at that…

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Burger King will use AI to monitor employee 'friendliness'

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Burger King, the chain that leans into creepy when others don't dare, is at it again. The Verge reported on Thursday that the company is rolling out a new voice-controlled AI chatbot for its workers. That may sound like business as usual in 2026, but this assistant doesn't just help with meal prep and monitor…

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Burger King, the chain that leans into creepy when others don't dare, is at it again. The Verge reported on Thursday that the company is…

Razer’s new laptop sleeve wirelessly charges other devices

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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Razer has announced an expensive new laptop sleeve that's not made from an exotic animal or encrusted in diamonds. What potentially justifies paying $129.99 for Razer's Laptop Sleeve 16" are the pair of wireless charging pads integrated into its cover flap. While you're out and about, it can protect a laptop up to 16…

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Razer has announced an expensive new laptop sleeve that's not made from an exotic animal or encrusted in diamonds. What potentially…

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15 Best Free PC Games To Play In 2026

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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The best free PC games date back decades, with browser games being all the rage for young kids in the 2000s and well-known titles such as Solitaire, Minesweeper, and SkiFree coming installed automatically with a copy of Windows.Thanks to the proliferation of free-to-play games--many which are viable to play long-term…

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The best free PC games date back decades, with browser games being all the rage for young kids in the 2000s and well-known titles such as…

Megan Thee Stallion Joins ‘Moulin Rouge’ Broadway Cast

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-02-26

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“Theater is definitely a new opportunity that I’m excited to embrace,” artist says

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“Theater is definitely a new opportunity that I’m excited to embrace,” artist says

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Music Venue Trust and The National Lottery team up for “the UK’s biggest festival on your doorstep”: Everywhere At Once

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-26

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To fill the gap of Glastonbury weekend, the new festival will see “hundreds of venues come together across one weekend”, and help support grassroots venues, emerging talent and various music charities The post Music Venue Trust and The National Lottery team up for “the UK’s biggest festival on your…

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To fill the gap of Glastonbury weekend, the new festival will see “hundreds of venues come together across one weekend”, and help support…

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Here's This Week's Free Game From The Epic Games Store On Mobile

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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For the last couple of years, the Epic Games Store has given away free games every week through its PC storefront. With the company having launched its own mobile store, it has also started a second free games program on iOS and Android devices, kicking things off with a curated library of titles and weekly freebies.…

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For the last couple of years, the Epic Games Store has given away free games every week through its PC storefront. With the company having…

Cricut’s most popular cutting machine now takes up less space in your crafting room

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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Cricut has announced new versions of two of its cutting machines that could appeal to crafters struggling with limited space for their hobby. The new Cricut Explore 5 is 30 percent "more compact" than the Explore 4 that launched a year ago, without reducing the size or types of materials the machine can handle. The…

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Cricut has announced new versions of two of its cutting machines that could appeal to crafters struggling with limited space for their…

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Solve Devious Puzzle Boxes And Fight Monsters In This Week's Epic Games Store Freebies

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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The Epic Games Store continues to give away a free game each week, and this week's offering is another nice find at a price that can't be beat. Every Thursday at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET, Epic offers at least one free PC game (and sometimes even as many as two or three). All you need to do to claim the free games is create…

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The Epic Games Store continues to give away a free game each week, and this week's offering is another nice find at a price that can't be…

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Like so many other retirees, Claude Opus 3 now has a Substack

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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We appear to have reached a point in the information age where AI models are becoming old enough to retire from, er, service — and rather than using their twilight years to, I don’t know, wipe the floor with human chess leagues or something, they're now writing blogs. Can anything be more 2026 than that? ICYMI,…

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We appear to have reached a point in the information age where AI models are becoming old enough to retire from, er, service — and rather…

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Pokemon Fans Are Connecting Gen-10 Dots Ahead Of Tomorrow’s Pokemon Day Livestream

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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There's a sense of excitement in the air ahead of tomorrow's Pokemon Day livestream, with speculation that the showcase will give us our first look at Pokemon Gen 10. While nothing has been confirmed by Nintendo, The Pokemon Company, or Game Freak, the mood in the room is positive, and people are reading the Sinistea…

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There's a sense of excitement in the air ahead of tomorrow's Pokemon Day livestream, with speculation that the showcase will give us our…

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Who is Zeno in Resident Evil Requiem?

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-26

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Okay, you're probably wondering if Zeno is Wesker, right? This antagonist makes his debut in Resident Evil Requiem and his resemblance to the ol' "big bad" of the series is quite uncanny. We're here you answer your questions and posit some of our own theories. Sit back, relax, and be ready for a few spoilers,…

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Okay, you're probably wondering if Zeno is Wesker, right? This antagonist makes his debut in Resident Evil Requiem and his resemblance to…

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The astronaut whose illness forced an early return from the ISS was Mike Fincke

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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NASA recently ended a manned mission to the International Space Station (ISS) a month early, citing a medical issue with one of the astronauts. The space agency just revealed that the impacted astronaut was Mike Fincke. This was the first medical evacuation in the history of the ISS. NASA wrote a statement saying that…

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NASA recently ended a manned mission to the International Space Station (ISS) a month early, citing a medical issue with one of the…

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Is ‘Arc Raiders’ on Game Pass?

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-26

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Waiting game The post Is ‘Arc Raiders’ on Game Pass? appeared first on NME.

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Waiting game The post Is ‘Arc Raiders’ on Game Pass? appeared first on NME.

Your smart TV may be crawling the web for AI

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-26

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This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. These days, if you sign up for a new streaming service, you generally have two options: Either pay a massive premium for an ad-free experience, or endure…

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This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge…

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Google's Nano Banana 2 is a faster version of Nano Banana Pro

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Google has launched its new image generation model, the Nano Banana 2, which is powered by Gemini 3.1 Flash Image. The company says the new model has the capabilities, world knowledge and reasoning of Nano Banana Pro, but it can accomplish tasks at “lightning-fast speed.” That enables rapid editing and the quick…

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Google has launched its new image generation model, the Nano Banana 2, which is powered by Gemini 3.1 Flash Image. The company says the new…

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‘Mewgenics’ DLC – when to expect it?

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-26

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Get ready for more content! The post ‘Mewgenics’ DLC – when to expect it? appeared first on NME.

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Get ready for more content! The post ‘Mewgenics’ DLC – when to expect it? appeared first on NME.

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Kanye West allegedly told man “you can’t leave” and ordered him to live in beach house during demolition

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-26

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"He stood over me and asked, ‘Why are you not working?' It was like three or four in the morning," he claimed The post Kanye West allegedly told man “you can’t leave” and ordered him to live in beach house during demolition appeared first on NME.

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"He stood over me and asked, ‘Why are you not working?' It was like three or four in the morning," he claimed The post Kanye West allegedly…

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Pale Waves announce departure of guitarist Hugo Silvani: “We will miss him dearly”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-26

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The guitarist joined in 2015, and is leaving to focus on “new adventures” The post Pale Waves announce departure of guitarist Hugo Silvani: “We will miss him dearly” appeared first on NME.

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The guitarist joined in 2015, and is leaving to focus on “new adventures” The post Pale Waves announce departure of guitarist Hugo Silvani:…

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Jessie Ware tells us about writing dancefloor-ready new single ‘Ride’: “It’s confident and it’s sassy”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-26

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The singer interpolated the iconic theme tune to 'The Good, The Bad And The Ugly', and said she's "really proud" of how it turned out The post Jessie Ware tells us about writing dancefloor-ready new single ‘Ride’: “It’s confident and it’s sassy” appeared first on NME.

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The singer interpolated the iconic theme tune to 'The Good, The Bad And The Ugly', and said she's "really proud" of how it turned out The…

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Tim Cook confirms a week of Apple product reveals

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Apple CEO Tim Cook has teased “a big week ahead" for Apple, starting on the morning of Monday, March 2. The company had already announced an in-person event for media and creators on March 4, while rumors had pointed toward Apple revealing at least five products over three days next week, so it looks like the…

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Apple CEO Tim Cook has teased “a big week ahead" for Apple, starting on the morning of Monday, March 2. The company had already…

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AI robotics company started by Alphabet is joining Google proper

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Robotics company Intrinsic has announced it will be folding into Google as the company bets on the future of physical AI in manufacturing. The company focuses on software tools to make robots more affordable and easier to use, as well as using adaptive intelligence to help the robots perform real-world…

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Robotics company Intrinsic has announced it will be folding into Google as the company bets on the future of physical AI in manufacturing.…

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NVIDIA updates Shield TV after pledging further support

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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NVIDIA is a very busy company, and between all the graphics cards and AI-chasing, it wouldn’t be wholly surprising to see the company forget about its more niche offerings, such as the Android-powered NVIDIA Shield TV. Happily for all those who own one of these powerful set-top boxes, that doesn’t appear to be the…

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NVIDIA is a very busy company, and between all the graphics cards and AI-chasing, it wouldn’t be wholly surprising to see the company…

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Check out Laufey’s emotional, orchestral cover of Joni Mitchell’s ‘Both Sides Now’

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-26

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She also performed new single 'How I Get' in Radio 2's Piano Room The post Check out Laufey’s emotional, orchestral cover of Joni Mitchell’s ‘Both Sides Now’ appeared first on NME.

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She also performed new single 'How I Get' in Radio 2's Piano Room The post Check out Laufey’s emotional, orchestral cover of Joni…

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Guns N’ Roses, Grace Jones and Prince’s estate refused use of their music in ‘Melania’ doc

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-26

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“The guys from Guns N’ Roses split down the middle politically,” said producer Marc Beckman The post Guns N’ Roses, Grace Jones and Prince’s estate refused use of their music in ‘Melania’ doc appeared first on NME.

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“The guys from Guns N’ Roses split down the middle politically,” said producer Marc Beckman The post Guns N’ Roses, Grace Jones and…

‘Scream 7’ Review: Put a Knife in It — This Franchise Is (or Should Be) Done

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-26

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Neve Campbell returns for the latest installment, directed by Kevin Williamson and featuring a cast of both veterans and newcomers.

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Neve Campbell returns for the latest installment, directed by Kevin Williamson and featuring a cast of both veterans and newcomers.

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Watch the trailer for Louis Theroux's new documentary 'Inside the Manosphere'

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Netflix has unveiled a trailer for its upcoming documentary Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere set to arrive on March 11th. It will be the first full-length Netflix documentary for Theroux, and see him interview "manosphere" influencers like Sneako, Justin Waller and HS Tikky Tokky, aka Harrison Sullivan.…

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Netflix has unveiled a trailer for its upcoming documentary Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere set to arrive on March 11th. It will be…

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The best budget cameras for 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Like other electronics products, cameras have shot up in price in the US of late due to tariffs and other reasons. Fortunately, there are still many models available for less than the price of a budget smartphone ($750 or less) that offer great features for creators and photographers alike. If it’s speed you want…

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Like other electronics products, cameras have shot up in price in the US of late due to tariffs and other reasons. Fortunately, there are…

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NY AG: Valve's loot boxes can get kids hooked on gambling

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has accused Valve of promoting illegal gambling through its video games in a lawsuit filed by her office. According to the AG’s announcement, her office conducted an investigation and had concluded that Valve enabled gambling by enticing users to pay for a chance at rare items…

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has accused Valve of promoting illegal gambling through its video games in a lawsuit filed by her…

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Instagram will alert parents if teens repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm content

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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Instagram is adding a new alert for the parents of teen users of its social media platform. The network will alert the adult if their child repeatedly searches for terms about suicide or self-harm in a short time frame. From that notification, the parent will optionally be able to access resources for having…

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Instagram is adding a new alert for the parents of teen users of its social media platform. The network will alert the adult if their child…

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Gaming accessory maker and publisher Nacon files for insolvency

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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French AA gaming developer and accessory manufacturer Nacon has filed for insolvency after its majority shareholder Bigben failed to make a loan repayment, the company said in a press release. "To date, the company reports available assets do not allow it to meet its liabilities," Nacon wrote. The objective…

Why it matters

French AA gaming developer and accessory manufacturer Nacon has filed for insolvency after its majority shareholder Bigben failed to make a…

German Culture Ministry Postpones Decision on Berlinale Boss Tricia Tuttle

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-26

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Berlinale staff have come out in support of Tuttle, who is under fire for pro-Palestinian statements made by filmmakers at this year's fest: "Discussions about the direction of the Berlinale will continue in the coming days."

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Berlinale staff have come out in support of Tuttle, who is under fire for pro-Palestinian statements made by filmmakers at this year's…

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The best ergonomic keyboards for 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-26

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If you experience discomfort after long hours behind a desk, simply slapping an ergonomic mouse and keyboard on your desk won’t solve the problem. First, you have to address the root issue of sitting still for too long by standing up and walking around each hour or so. But after that, it’s worth considering your…

Why it matters

If you experience discomfort after long hours behind a desk, simply slapping an ergonomic mouse and keyboard on your desk won’t solve the…

‘Trial of Hein’ Is an Enigmatic Debut Film About a Homecoming to a Tight-Knit Island Community (Exclusive Trailer)

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-26

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Writer-director Kai Stänicke's first feature, starring Paul Boche, won the Teddy Jury Award in the Berlinale's Perspectives section, which puts a spotlight on rising talents.

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Writer-director Kai Stänicke's first feature, starring Paul Boche, won the Teddy Jury Award in the Berlinale's Perspectives section, which…

Gnarls Barkley Return With Reflective Single ‘Pictures’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-02-26

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CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse will release Atlanta, their third and final album as Gnarls Barkley, in March

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CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse will release Atlanta, their third and final album as Gnarls Barkley, in March

D4vd Named as ‘Target’ of Grand Jury Murder Investigation Into Body Found in His Tesla

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-02-26

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The unsealed court documents describe the singer as someone who “may be involved in having committed” a crime listed as “one count of murder”

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The unsealed court documents describe the singer as someone who “may be involved in having committed” a crime listed as “one count of…

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New Webb Telescope photos show off the Exposed Cranium Nebula

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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It's always a fun day for the space nerds when a NASA team has new images to share from the James Webb Space Telescope. Today's pair has brains on the brain, with a look at the fittingly named Exposed Cranium Nebula. More officially, this cloud of space dust and debris is known as Nebula PMR 1. The images shared today…

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It's always a fun day for the space nerds when a NASA team has new images to share from the James Webb Space Telescope. Today's pair has…

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Snap is hosting its own creator awards show

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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It seems like any and every industry can have its own awards show these days. And why not? Most of us appreciate a chance to bust out the sequins and satin from time to time. If you can celebrate excellent work or make some extra biz dev bucks at the same time, all the better. Snap is the latest social media company…

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It seems like any and every industry can have its own awards show these days. And why not? Most of us appreciate a chance to bust out the…

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Skate's developer is laying off staff before the game leaves early access

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Full Circle, the developer behind the new Skate game, has announced that it is restructuring and laying off staff. It's not yet clear how many roles will be impacted by the changes, but the restructuring is happening less than six months after skate. launched in early access on September 15, 2025."We’re reshaping…

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Full Circle, the developer behind the new Skate game, has announced that it is restructuring and laying off staff. It's not yet clear how…

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The next Assassin's Creed game loses its creative director

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Ubisoft's shakeups continue unabated. The creative director of the next Assassin's Creed game, codenamed Hexe, has left the company. The departure of Clint Hocking, a 20-year veteran of the company over two stints, was reportedly announced in a staff meeting this week.Hocking's resume at Ubisoft included serving as…

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Ubisoft's shakeups continue unabated. The creative director of the next Assassin's Creed game, codenamed Hexe, has left the company. The…

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Canadian government demands safety changes from OpenAI

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Canadian officials summoned leaders from OpenAI to Ottawa this week to address safety concerns about ChatGPT. The crux of the government concerns was that OpenAI did not notify authorities when it banned the account of a user who allegedly committed a mass shooting in British Columbia earlier this…

Why it matters

Canadian officials summoned leaders from OpenAI to Ottawa this week to address safety concerns about ChatGPT. The crux of the government…

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Xbox consoles now support 1440p streaming

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Microsoft has announced that its rolling out support for streaming games at 1440p on Xbox consoles. Game streaming is a key benefit of paying for a Game Pass subscription, and as of 2025, now also includes games players own that aren't part of the larger Game Pass library.The higher bitrate streaming option will let…

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Microsoft has announced that its rolling out support for streaming games at 1440p on Xbox consoles. Game streaming is a key benefit of…

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Tecno just unveiled a ridiculously thin modular smartphone concept design

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Tecno just unveiled a rather intriguing modular smartphone concept design at MWC 2026. The standout feature here is likely the size. Most modular smartphone concepts start bulky and only get bulkier once attaching accessories. Tecno's base smartphone is just 4.9mm thin, which is significantly thinner than a pencil and…

Why it matters

Tecno just unveiled a rather intriguing modular smartphone concept design at MWC 2026. The standout feature here is likely the size. Most…

Wu-Tang Clan Co-Founder Oliver ‘Power’ Grant Dead at 52

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-02-25

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“Everything that we learned was hard-knock life,” said Power, who gathered the money to make the Wu-Tang Clan’s debut single and executive produced Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)

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“Everything that we learned was hard-knock life,” said Power, who gathered the money to make the Wu-Tang Clan’s debut single and executive…

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HP says RAM now accounts for more than a third of its PC costs

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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The cost of PC components has been skyrocketing as AI infrastructure buildout creates extraordinary demand amid limited supply. HP says that squeeze is now hitting PC memory especially hard, with RAM now accounting for 35 percent of a system’s overall cost. "We did share last quarter that memory and storage costs…

Why it matters

The cost of PC components has been skyrocketing as AI infrastructure buildout creates extraordinary demand amid limited supply. HP says…

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Kalshi fined a MrBeast editor for insider trading

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Kalshi, one of several online prediction markets that have exploded in popularity in the last few years, has suspended one of YouTube MrBeast's video editors for insider trading, NPR reports. Besides being suspended from the platform for two years, Kalshi says the editor will also be required to pay a financial…

Why it matters

Kalshi, one of several online prediction markets that have exploded in popularity in the last few years, has suspended one of YouTube…

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Anthropic weakens its safety pledge in the wake of the Pentagon's pressure campaign

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Two stories about the Claude maker Anthropic broke on Tuesday that, when combined, arguably paint a chilling picture. First, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly pressuring Anthropic to yield its AI safeguards and give the military unrestrained access to its Claude AI chatbot. The company then chose the…

Why it matters

Two stories about the Claude maker Anthropic broke on Tuesday that, when combined, arguably paint a chilling picture. First, US Defense…

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March's PS Plus Monthly Games include Monster Hunter Rise and Slime Rancher 2

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Sony just divulged the list of PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for March, and there's a little something for everybody. These will all be playable on March 3 for subscribers on any tier. After downloading, the games will stay in a player's library as long as the subscription remains active. First up, there's Monster…

Why it matters

Sony just divulged the list of PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for March, and there's a little something for everybody. These will all be…

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Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. Galaxy S25: What’s changed and which one should you buy?

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Following Samsung’s Unpacked event, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is available for pre-order, and it looks very familiar. That is not necessarily a bad thing. Like recent updates in the Galaxy S line, Samsung is refining its flagship rather than dramatically reinventing it. Both phones share a lot of core DNA, including…

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Following Samsung’s Unpacked event, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is available for pre-order, and it looks very familiar. That is not necessarily…

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Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. S26+ vs. S26 Ultra: Comparing the three new phones

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Ultra, and the company is once again leaning heavily on AI, camera upgrades and refined hardware to move the lineup forward. While the overall design remains familiar, there are some meaningful differences between the three models, particularly…

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Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Ultra, and the company is once again leaning heavily on AI,…

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How to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 phones and Galaxy Buds 4

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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During its Unpacked event today, Samsung announced three new Galaxy S-series phones as well as the latest generation of its earbuds, the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. Pre-orders are now open and the new devices are set to ship March 11. As expected, this year’s models aren’t drastically different from last…

Why it matters

During its Unpacked event today, Samsung announced three new Galaxy S-series phones as well as the latest generation of its earbuds, the…

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Google announces new Android AI features coming to the Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10 series

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Google unveiled a new batch of Android updates, including more Gemini-powered tools and improved scam detection features at Samsung’s Galaxy S26 launch on Wednesday. A new feature in the Gemini app will let users hand off multi-step tasks, like ordering a rideshare or building a grocery cart. The feature, which will…

Why it matters

Google unveiled a new batch of Android updates, including more Gemini-powered tools and improved scam detection features at Samsung’s…

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Samsung Galaxy S26 hands-on: A lot more of the same for a little more money

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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As we prepare to leave the winter months, Samsung announced another family of Galaxy S flagships for those looking to upgrade. As usual, the company put its best components and features into the Galaxy S26 Ultra, but it also added more to the base S26 and S26+. The company has hit its groove with its smaller (and…

Why it matters

As we prepare to leave the winter months, Samsung announced another family of Galaxy S flagships for those looking to upgrade. As usual,…

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Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra offers a subtle set of hardware improvements

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Samsung has announced the latest version of its flagship smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, and just like last year, the high-end phone is where the company is making some of its biggest changes. The S26 Ultra includes a new processor, a new privacy-focused display technology, an improved camera system and like…

Why it matters

Samsung has announced the latest version of its flagship smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, and just like last year, the high-end…

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Samsung's redesigned Galaxy Buds 4 lineup has retooled sound, improved ANC and new features

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Samsung isn’t waiting a full year to reveal its latest Galaxy Buds. The company debuted the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro at its Galaxy S26 Unpacked event where the hot topic was three new phones. When it comes to Samsung’s earbuds, the company has overhauled the shape and design while improving sound quality,…

Why it matters

Samsung isn’t waiting a full year to reveal its latest Galaxy Buds. The company debuted the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro at its…

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Samsung's S26 and S26+ offer familiar designs, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chips and new software features

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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The wait is over. At its Unpacked event today, Samsung took the wraps off its new S26 family of phones. Unlike the S26 Ultra, the S26 and S26+ represent mostly iterative updates. Samsung has tweaked the design of the two devices, making it so they share the same rounded corners of their more expensive sibling.…

Why it matters

The wait is over. At its Unpacked event today, Samsung took the wraps off its new S26 family of phones. Unlike the S26 Ultra, the S26 and…

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Google's Circle to Search can now identify multiple objects in an image

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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To coincide with the release of Samsung's new Galaxy S26 family of phones, Google is pushing out a small but meaningful update to Circle to Search. As a reminder, Circle to Search allows you to carry out a Google Search from almost anywhere on your phone. Just tap and hold your device's home button, and then circle…

Why it matters

To coincide with the release of Samsung's new Galaxy S26 family of phones, Google is pushing out a small but meaningful update to Circle to…

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra hands-on: Meaningful tweaks plus a slick new Privacy Display

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Last year, it felt like Samsung relied a bit too much on AI when trying to convince people to upgrade to its flagship phone. And while there’s no shortage of features that utilize machine learning on the new Galaxy S26 Ultra, it feels like Samsung has done a much better job of filling out the rest of the phone’s…

Why it matters

Last year, it felt like Samsung relied a bit too much on AI when trying to convince people to upgrade to its flagship phone. And while…

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Hacker used Anthropic's Claude chatbot to attack multiple government agencies in Mexico

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Here's yet another troubling story about this "golden" era of AI. A hacker has exploited Anthropic's Claude chatbot to carry out attacks against Mexican government agencies, according to a report by Bloomberg. This resulted in the theft of 150GB of official government data, including taxpayer records,…

Why it matters

Here's yet another troubling story about this "golden" era of AI. A hacker has exploited Anthropic's Claude chatbot to carry out…

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Amazon abandons open-world racing game by former Forza Horizon devs

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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An open-world racing game from a studio formed by ex-Forza Horizon developers was due to be published by Amazon, but that is no longer the case. As reported first by The Game Business, UK-based Maverick Games is now in "active dialogue" with prospective new publishing partners for its currently untitled…

Why it matters

An open-world racing game from a studio formed by ex-Forza Horizon developers was due to be published by Amazon, but that is no longer the…

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ASUS ProArt GoPro Edition PX13 review: An incredible if pricy Windows creator laptop

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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With its ProArt lineup, ASUS has commendably addressed a glaring hole in the PC market by targeting video editors and other creative pros. Its latest model even uses a popular camera marque in its name: the ProArt GoPro Edition PX13. It’s a true co-branding exercise, with GoPro-like styling, a dedicated GoPro hotkey,…

Why it matters

With its ProArt lineup, ASUS has commendably addressed a glaring hole in the PC market by targeting video editors and other creative pros.…

Metallica Confirm Residency at the Sphere

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-02-25

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“This residency gives us another chance to reinvent how we interact with our fans in a live setting,” drummer Lars Ulrich says of Life Burns Faster gigs in October

Why it matters

“This residency gives us another chance to reinvent how we interact with our fans in a live setting,” drummer Lars Ulrich says of Life…

Hilary Duff Was ‘Taken Aback’ by Ashley Tisdale’s Mom Group Essay: ‘I Felt Used’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-02-25

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Tisdale wrote about being iced out of a celebrity mom group that was presumed to include Meghan Trainor, Mandy Moore, and Duff, who claims the mean girl narrative is “not true”

Why it matters

Tisdale wrote about being iced out of a celebrity mom group that was presumed to include Meghan Trainor, Mandy Moore, and Duff, who claims…

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Ahead of $55 Billion Go-Private Deal, Electronic Arts Leads Video Game Publishers With Most Game Downloads in 2025

Other variety.com · 2026-02-25

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Soon-to-be privately-owned game publisher and developer Electronic Arts saw the most PC/console game downloads of the year of any game publisher with over 200 million units sold, according to Sensor Tower’s 2026 State of Gaming Report, released on Wednesday. Additionally, EA, which is set to close its $55 billion…

Why it matters

Soon-to-be privately-owned game publisher and developer Electronic Arts saw the most PC/console game downloads of the year of any game…

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Amazon introduces three personality styles for Alexa+

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Amazon is offering a new way for Alexa+ users to customize the AI assistant's communication style. The company has introduced three personalities for Alexa+, so the assistant can adopt an attitude that is Brief, Chill or Sweet. The Brief style will be exactly that: no small talk and no extra conversation. Chill…

Why it matters

Amazon is offering a new way for Alexa+ users to customize the AI assistant's communication style. The company has introduced three…

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Spotify can reorder your playlists by BPM and key

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Spotify is rolling out a new feature that’s meant to make transitions in between tracks even smoother. If you’ll recall, the streaming service released the ability to create customized transitions within playlists in August last year. It gave people a way to create uninterrupted progressions and eliminate awkward…

Why it matters

Spotify is rolling out a new feature that’s meant to make transitions in between tracks even smoother. If you’ll recall, the streaming…

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Hello Kitty and Friends Coming to ‘Monopoly Go’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-02-25

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Hello Kitty and Friends are coming to hit mobile game “Monopoly Go!” From March 10 through 29, the beloved Sanrio characters — including icons like Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, My Melody, Keroppi, Pompompurin, Pochacco and Kuromi — will arrive in the game with themed minigames, collectibles and customizable style…

Why it matters

Hello Kitty and Friends are coming to hit mobile game “Monopoly Go!” From March 10 through 29, the beloved Sanrio characters — including…

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Uber previews its Dubai air taxi service

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Uber is one step closer to going airborne. On Wednesday, the company previewed its air taxi booking service ahead of an expected launch in Dubai later this year. The inaugural Uber Air program will let travelers book Joby Aviation's electric air taxis through a familiar process in the Uber app.The experience of…

Why it matters

Uber is one step closer to going airborne. On Wednesday, the company previewed its air taxi booking service ahead of an expected launch in…

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Honor says its 4.8mm thick MagicPad 4 is the world's slimmest Android tablet

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-25

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Ahead of a full release at Mobile World Conference (MWC), Honor has teased the MagicPad 4 that it calls the world's thinnest Android tablet. The new model is just 4.8mm thick (not counting that camera bump), a full millimeter thinner than the MagicPad 3 and slightly less than the 5.1mm iPad Pro and Samsung Galaxy Tab…

Why it matters

Ahead of a full release at Mobile World Conference (MWC), Honor has teased the MagicPad 4 that it calls the world's thinnest Android…

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PlayStation’s ‘Wolverine’ Video Game Sets Release Date (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-02-24

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PlayStation’s highly anticipated “Wolverine” video game will launch on Sept. 15. The titular character, Logan/Wolverine, will be played by Liam McIntyre. Per the studio, the game “intends to deliver the ultimate Wolverine fantasy, with fast, fluid, and ferocious combat; exhilarating, action-packed set pieces, and a…

Why it matters

PlayStation’s highly anticipated “Wolverine” video game will launch on Sept. 15. The titular character, Logan/Wolverine, will be played by…

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Critical Role Taps Hallmark Media Alum Alyssa Zeisler as General Manager of Streamer Beacon (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-02-24

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Critical Role has hired Hallmark Media alum Alyssa Zeisler as general manager of its paid streaming service Beacon. Launch in May 2024 by the Critical Role team, Beacon offers exclusive and early access content for fans of the D&D-inspired brand, as well as live event pre-sales, instant access to VODs and…

Why it matters

Critical Role has hired Hallmark Media alum Alyssa Zeisler as general manager of its paid streaming service Beacon. Launch in May 2024 by…

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NAACP Image Award Nom ‘HipHopGamer’ Gerard Williams on Launch of Gaming Content Category: ‘They Need to Be a Part of That Conversation’

Other variety.com · 2026-02-23

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For the first time ever, the NAACP Image Awards are getting into gaming. The 57th NAACP Image Awards kick off a three-day stream of its virtual awards portion Monday at 8 p.m. on Youtube. Among the multiple digital content creator categories that will be announced out of the stream is Outstanding Digital Content…

Why it matters

For the first time ever, the NAACP Image Awards are getting into gaming. The 57th NAACP Image Awards kick off a three-day stream of its…

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Inside Blizzard Entertainment’s Lofty Goal to Wow the Gaming World Again

Other variety.com · 2026-02-23

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The iconic orc statue that lives at the center of Blizzard Entertainment’s Irvine campus is standing a little taller these days as the brand behind “World of Warcraft,” “Diablo,” “Hearthstone” and “Overwatch” builds to its 35th anniversary. Sitting in her office…

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The iconic orc statue that lives at the center of Blizzard Entertainment’s Irvine campus is standing a little taller these days as…

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New ‘Assassin’s Creed’ Leadership Team Set at Ubisoft, Including ‘Black Flag,’ ‘Origins’ Alums

Other variety.com · 2026-02-23

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Ubisoft has set three executives as the new leaders of its iconic “Assassin’s Creed” video game franchise, including alums who oversaw work on beloved title “Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag.” Vantage Studios, the Ubisoft subsidiary that operates the “Assassin’s…

Why it matters

Ubisoft has set three executives as the new leaders of its iconic “Assassin’s Creed” video game franchise, including…

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New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma on What Makes a ‘Great Game,’ Having ‘No Tolerance for Bad AI’ and Replacing Phil Spencer

Other variety.com · 2026-02-20

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It’s the dawn of a new era for Xbox. On Friday, Microsoft Gaming announced longtime leader Phil Spencer would be retiring as CEO and that Asha Sharma, Microsoft CoreAI’s head of product development, had been named his successor. With Spencer having been a staple in the gaming community for decades, Sharma…

Why it matters

It’s the dawn of a new era for Xbox. On Friday, Microsoft Gaming announced longtime leader Phil Spencer would be retiring as CEO and…

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Xbox Shake-Up: Phil Spencer Exiting as CEO of Microsoft Games Group, Asha Sharma Set as Successor

Other variety.com · 2026-02-20

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Phil Spencer is retiring as Microsoft Gaming CEO after nearly 40 years with the Xbox owner and 12 years in his current role. He will stay on in an adviser capacity until later in the year. Asha Sharma, most recently president of product development for Microsoft’s CoreAI division, will be replacing Spencer as the new…

Why it matters

Phil Spencer is retiring as Microsoft Gaming CEO after nearly 40 years with the Xbox owner and 12 years in his current role. He will stay…

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Ubisoft CEO Explains Three-Year Plan to Revamp Game Publisher Through New ‘Creative House’ Strategy, More Than $200 Million in Cost Reductions (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-02-20

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“Assassin’s Creed” publisher Ubisoft is trying to emerge from a rocky few years. From here, the biggest hurdle the French video game giant has to overcome is the mounting skepticism of fans — and employees — after disappointing or delayed releases and multiple pivots over a short period of time. Ubisoft…

Why it matters

“Assassin’s Creed” publisher Ubisoft is trying to emerge from a rocky few years. From here, the biggest hurdle the French video game giant…