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You can (sort of) block Grok from editing your uploaded photos

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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People can block the xAI's Grok chatbot from creating modifications of their uploaded images on social network X. Neither X or xAI, both Elon Musk-owned businesses, have made a public announcement about this feature, which users began noticing on the iOS app within the image/video upload menu over the past few…

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People can block the xAI's Grok chatbot from creating modifications of their uploaded images on social network X. Neither X or xAI, both…

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Former Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra hospitalised after suffering a stroke

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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The punk legend came down with a hemorrhagic stroke caused by high blood pressure over the weekend The post Former Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra hospitalised after suffering a stroke appeared first on NME.

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The punk legend came down with a hemorrhagic stroke caused by high blood pressure over the weekend The post Former Dead Kennedys frontman…

Predicting This Year’s Oscar Winners Using Just Math

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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A category-by-category look at odds on favorites, per a mathematical formula that factors in awards season data and historical trends.

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A category-by-category look at odds on favorites, per a mathematical formula that factors in awards season data and historical trends.

Everything from the last week of everything is gambling now

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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Kalshi is facing backlash from its own users after a class action lawsuit was filed last week alleging it failed to pay out as promised for wagers regarding when Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah ​Ali Khamenei would leave or be removed from office. Khamenei was killed in strikes on Iran last month, but according…

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Kalshi is facing backlash from its own users after a class action lawsuit was filed last week alleging it failed to pay out as promised for…

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Reverend And The Makers frontman Jon McClure to become Sheffield FC Club Chairman

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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"We are stepping forward not just to run a football club, but to take charge of a global cultural institution rooted in South Yorkshire" The post Reverend And The Makers frontman Jon McClure to become Sheffield FC Club Chairman appeared first on NME.

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"We are stepping forward not just to run a football club, but to take charge of a global cultural institution rooted in South…

Employees across OpenAI and Google support Anthropic’s lawsuit against the Pentagon

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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On Monday, Anthropic filed its lawsuit against the Department of Defense over being designated as a supply chain risk. Hours later, nearly 40 employees from OpenAI and Google - including Jeff Dean, Google's chief scientist and Gemini lead - filed an amicus brief in support of Anthropic's lawsuit, detailing their…

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On Monday, Anthropic filed its lawsuit against the Department of Defense over being designated as a supply chain risk. Hours later, nearly…

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Dutch intelligence services warn of Russian hackers targeting Signal and WhatsApp

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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The Netherlands’ military intelligence service and domestic intelligence agency have issued a join warning claiming that Russian hackers have launched "a large-scale global cyber campaign to gain access to Signal and WhatsApp accounts belonging to dignitaries, military personnel and civil servants."…

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The Netherlands’ military intelligence service and domestic intelligence agency have issued a join warning claiming that Russian hackers…

Immerse Yourself In Sonos and Meme Del Real’s “Líquenes”

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-09

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Conducting an orchestra from Mexico City for the final episode of our “Sound Conductors” series, Meme del Real puts a spin on his latest single.

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Conducting an orchestra from Mexico City for the final episode of our “Sound Conductors” series, Meme del Real puts a spin on his latest…

Bluesky CEO Jay Graber will step aside

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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Jay Graber became the first CEO of Bluesky in 2021 when the network and its AT Protocol spun out from life as a Twitter research project to go independent, but now she's leaving that role, as reported previously by Wired. While venture capitalist and former Automattic CEO Toni Schneider steps in as interim CEO until…

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Jay Graber became the first CEO of Bluesky in 2021 when the network and its AT Protocol spun out from life as a Twitter research project to…

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Bluesky's CEO is stepping down after nearly 5 years

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Bluesky CEO Jay Graber, who has led the upstart social platform since 2021, is stepping down from her role as its top executive. Toni Schneider, who has been an advisor and investor in Bluesky, will take over the job temporarily while Graber stays on as Chief Innovation Officer. "As Bluesky matures, the company…

Why it matters

Bluesky CEO Jay Graber, who has led the upstart social platform since 2021, is stepping down from her role as its top executive. Toni…

You can get three months of Disney Plus and Hulu for $15

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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If you’re looking for a way to stream the Oscars this weekend, or catch up on nominees like The Secret Agent, the Disney Plus and Hulu bundle is worth a look.  The ceremony will stream live on Hulu for the first time on March 15th, and right now, new and eligible returning subscribers can get […]

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If you’re looking for a way to stream the Oscars this weekend, or catch up on nominees like The Secret Agent, the Disney Plus and Hulu…

Jeff Daniels to Join ‘The Morning Show’ Cast in Fifth Season

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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‘The Newsroom’ alum is headed back to a show about television news, though this time he’s playing a billionaire instead of a journalist.

Why it matters

‘The Newsroom’ alum is headed back to a show about television news, though this time he’s playing a billionaire instead of a journalist.

Apple’s new M5 Max feels like a huge upgrade if you bought your laptop three years ago

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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We've been busy testing many new MacBooks, ranging from the new $1,099 M5 MacBook Air, going all the way up the $6,149 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Max chip. While these computers are identical in design to last year's models, they have some things in common: neither delivers a significant lead over their M4…

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We've been busy testing many new MacBooks, ranging from the new $1,099 M5 MacBook Air, going all the way up the $6,149 16-inch MacBook Pro…

Apple Studio Display XDR review: pro at a premium

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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It's been almost exactly four years since Apple released the 5K Studio Display that so many wanted, even if it didn't really deliver as a high-end display. Apple has now revamped the Studio Display lineup, sort of, with another Studio Display and the Studio Display XDR. They're both 27-inch 5K (5,120 x 2,880) displays…

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It's been almost exactly four years since Apple released the 5K Studio Display that so many wanted, even if it didn't really deliver as a…

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Final Direct For The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Has A Shocking Reveal Of Yoshi's Voice Actor

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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The next Mario movie comes to theaters on April 1, and you can get tickets for it now.Today's Nintendo Direct was all about The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and it included the release of the latest trailer for the animated film and some big cast announcements. Check it out below. The main voice cast members of…

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The next Mario movie comes to theaters on April 1, and you can get tickets for it now.Today's Nintendo Direct was all about The Super Mario…

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Muse share dramatic taster of new single ‘Be With You’

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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It is their first fresh material since last year's ‘Unravelling’ The post Muse share dramatic taster of new single ‘Be With You’ appeared first on NME.

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It is their first fresh material since last year's ‘Unravelling’ The post Muse share dramatic taster of new single ‘Be With…

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Apple reportedly delays its planned smart display launch to fall

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Mark Gurman at Bloomberg is back with the latest rumors about what's afoot with Apple's future plans, and how its ongoing difficulties with artificial intelligence seem to be creating further delays for its next wave of product launches. His sources say that Apple is expected to postpone the debut of its smart home…

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Mark Gurman at Bloomberg is back with the latest rumors about what's afoot with Apple's future plans, and how its ongoing difficulties with…

One of this rugged phone’s cameras is a pop-out action cam

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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What if your smartphone's camera wasn't locked to the back of the device? Honor's Robot Phone, which we got to see in action at MWC 2026, features a camera attached to a stabilized gimbal arm that can pop-up and look around. But it's still permanently tethered to the phone. The RugOne Xsnap 7 Pro, a […]

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What if your smartphone's camera wasn't locked to the back of the device? Honor's Robot Phone, which we got to see in action at MWC 2026,…

‘Cash Apples’ is giving away $500,000 to people who click on trees in a web browser

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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Want to make real money just by clicking on virtual trees? Starting today at 1PM PT / 4PM ET, residents of the United States can begin an online hunt for golden apples in a cutesy web game - collect enough of them, and Cash App will send you a certain amount of cash. (The game's […]

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Want to make real money just by clicking on virtual trees? Starting today at 1PM PT / 4PM ET, residents of the United States can begin an…

Bruno Mars’ ‘Risk It All’ Blasts In at No. 1 on Billboard Global 200 Chart

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-03-09

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Plus, Bad Bunny’s “DtMF” tops Global Excl. U.S. for a fourth week, while PinkPantheress & Zara Larsson’s “Stateside” surges to No. 2 on both lists.

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Plus, Bad Bunny’s “DtMF” tops Global Excl. U.S. for a fourth week, while PinkPantheress & Zara Larsson’s “Stateside” surges to No. 2 on…

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Boston ‘More Than A Feeling’ singer Tommy DeCarlo dies age 60 after cancer diagnosis

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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"He fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end" The post Boston ‘More Than A Feeling’ singer Tommy DeCarlo dies age 60 after cancer diagnosis appeared first on NME.

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"He fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end" The post Boston ‘More Than A Feeling’ singer Tommy…

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Uber expands its program that helps pair women riders and drivers

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Uber has expanded its program that helps pair women riders and drivers. The Women Preferences feature is now available nationwide, after being tested in several cities. It has previously been available in many countries around the globe and started in Saudi Arabia back in 2019. It's pretty easy to use. Women riders…

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Uber has expanded its program that helps pair women riders and drivers. The Women Preferences feature is now available nationwide, after…

Sylvester Stallone to Exec Produce ‘John Rambo’ Prequel Movie

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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The Lionsgate feature about origin story behind the character Stallone originally played has started production in Thailand.

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The Lionsgate feature about origin story behind the character Stallone originally played has started production in Thailand.

Arnold Schwarzenegger, Christopher McQuarrie Teaming for New ‘Conan the Barbarian’ Movie

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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20th Century Studios has attached the filmmaker to write and direct 'King Conan,' reviving the character that was an early signature role for Schwarzenegger.

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20th Century Studios has attached the filmmaker to write and direct 'King Conan,' reviving the character that was an early signature role…

Rosanna Arquette Says ‘Love Story’ Portrayal of Daryl Hannah Is “Bullsh**”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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“Her love with John F Kennedy Jr was real and some of the happiest times John F Kennedy Jr. had - Just ask his family,” the actress wrote of Hannah.

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“Her love with John F Kennedy Jr was real and some of the happiest times John F Kennedy Jr. had - Just ask his family,” the actress wrote…

How Shukr Is Using London’s Creative Community to Drive Philanthropy

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-03-09

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The Ramadan event at the Royal Albert Hall reflects a growing movement where music and cultural gatherings are mobilising audiences for social impact.

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The Ramadan event at the Royal Albert Hall reflects a growing movement where music and cultural gatherings are mobilising audiences for…

Tommy DeCarlo, Boston Fan Who Became Their Lead Singer, Dead at 60

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-09

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DeCarlo was offered the chance to join the group after sharing a tribute song to the band’s late original singer, Brad Delp

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DeCarlo was offered the chance to join the group after sharing a tribute song to the band’s late original singer, Brad Delp

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Samsung promises 120 games will be playable via its glasses-free 3D monitor tech by the end of the year

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Samsung just announced that 120 games will be playable via its Odyssey 3D Hub platform by the end of the year. This is the platform that provides content for glasses-free 3D monitors like recent Odyssey displays. The company made this claim at GDC 2026, while also noting that the platform currently offers around 60…

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Samsung just announced that 120 games will be playable via its Odyssey 3D Hub platform by the end of the year. This is the platform that…

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Harlem Globetrotters Are Getting Their First Basketball Video Game In Two Decades

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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The last time the Harlem Globetrotters were in a video game was in 2006 when Harlem Globetrotters: World Tour debuted on Game Boy Advance, as well as a DS version in 2007. Two decades later, the iconic exhibition basketball team is making their video-game return in Super Basketball Classics Featuring the World-Famous…

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The last time the Harlem Globetrotters were in a video game was in 2006 when Harlem Globetrotters: World Tour debuted on Game Boy Advance,…

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Simpsons: Hit & Run Revival? "Never Say Never," Producer Says

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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The GTA-inspired 2003 action game The Simpsons: Hit & Run is a fondly remembered licensed game based on the hit show, and fans have been calling for a remaster or re-release for years. The Simpsons executive producer Matt Selman has once again spoken up to give fans some semblance of hope that a revival of sorts…

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The GTA-inspired 2003 action game The Simpsons: Hit & Run is a fondly remembered licensed game based on the hit show, and fans have…

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EA laid off staffers across Battlefield studios to 'better align' its teams

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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EA axed an undisclosed number of employees across the game studios behind the Battlefield franchise. As first reported by IGN, EA told affected employees that the layoffs were part of a "realignment" across the Battlefield studios, which include Dice, Criterion, Ripple Effect and Motive Studios. When asked about the…

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EA axed an undisclosed number of employees across the game studios behind the Battlefield franchise. As first reported by IGN, EA told…

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EA Cuts Staff At Battlefield 6 Dev After Game's Massive Initial Success

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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Battlefield 6 broke records for the franchise and was the top-selling game of 2025 in the US, but that apparently wasn't enough to insulate the dev team from layoffs. EA has laid off staff from across Battlefield Studios, but the exact number of affected employees is currently unknown.According to IGN, EA…

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Battlefield 6 broke records for the franchise and was the top-selling game of 2025 in the US, but that apparently wasn't enough to insulate…

‘Doc’ Renewed for Third Season at Fox

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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As it did this season, the medical drama will run for 22 episodes in 2026-27.

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As it did this season, the medical drama will run for 22 episodes in 2026-27.

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Baz Luhrmann wants to make a “jazz age” version of Charli XCX’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ soundtrack

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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“You’d have to ask Charli if that was OK, but I think it’d be cool” The post Baz Luhrmann wants to make a “jazz age” version of Charli XCX’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.

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“You’d have to ask Charli if that was OK, but I think it’d be cool” The post Baz Luhrmann wants to make a “jazz age” version of…

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Hyper Light Drifter studio workers form union after rounds of layoffs

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Workers at Heart Machine, the independent studio behind Hyper Light Drifter and Solar Ash, have formed a union with Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 9003. The wall-to-wall unit covers all 13 frontline employees at the studio, which voluntarily recognized the union in February after a supermajority of…

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Workers at Heart Machine, the independent studio behind Hyper Light Drifter and Solar Ash, have formed a union with Communications Workers…

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Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2: Start Date, And All Leaks And Teases So Far

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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The first season of Fortnite Chapter 7 is the game's longest in six years, but the end is finally in sight, and it promises to bring some big changes. And with just days left to go, Epic Games has begun dropping real teasers, and there are plenty of leaks to go with them.Let's go over what we've got so far. When…

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The first season of Fortnite Chapter 7 is the game's longest in six years, but the end is finally in sight, and it promises to bring some…

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Live Nation reaches settlement deal with US Department Of Justice for “structural changes” over antitrust lawsuit

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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It will have to sell some of its amphitheaters, place a cap on the service fees, allow for third-party sellers to list on Ticketmaster directly, and more The post Live Nation reaches settlement deal with US Department Of Justice for “structural changes” over antitrust lawsuit appeared first on NME.

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It will have to sell some of its amphitheaters, place a cap on the service fees, allow for third-party sellers to list on Ticketmaster…

Google’s latest Pixel Watches have fallen to their lowest prices ever

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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With longer days and warmer weather on the way, it’s a good time to take your gym routine outside. Luckily, Google’s Pixel Watch 4 can help you track all your outdoor fitness activities, and right now it’s on sale at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target starting at $289.99 ($60 off), a new low price. The […]

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With longer days and warmer weather on the way, it’s a good time to take your gym routine outside. Luckily, Google’s Pixel Watch 4 can help…

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Monster Hunter Stories 3 Launch Schedule Reveals Exactly When It Unlocks Across The Globe

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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There's no mainline Pokemon game launching this year, but Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection might be the next best thing. Better yet, you won't have to wait too much longer for it to arrive, as the fantasy-themed creature-collecting game lands on March 13. Like other big games, Monster Hunter Stories 3 will…

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There's no mainline Pokemon game launching this year, but Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection might be the next best thing. Better…

Anthropic is suing the Department of Defense

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-09

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Anthropic has sued the US government over its designation as a supply-chain risk, the latest move in a weekslong battle between it and the Pentagon over the acceptable use cases for its military AI tech. The suit, filed in a California district court, accuses the Trump administration of illegally punishing the company…

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Anthropic has sued the US government over its designation as a supply-chain risk, the latest move in a weekslong battle between it and the…

‘SNL UK’ Lands U.S. Streaming Deal on Peacock

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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The British version of the sketch show is set to premiere March 21.

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The British version of the sketch show is set to premiere March 21.

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Anthropic sues US government over supply chain risk designation

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Anthropic has filed a lawsuit to prevent the Pentagon from adding the company it a national security blocklist. This comes days after the Department of Defense sent a letter to Anthropic confirming the company was labeled a supply chain risk; at the time CEO Dario Amodei had all but guaranteed Anthropic would fight…

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Anthropic has filed a lawsuit to prevent the Pentagon from adding the company it a national security blocklist. This comes days after the…

GKids Board Hirokazu Kore-eda’s Live-Action ‘Look Back’

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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The Palme d'Or-winning director of 'Shoplifters' is adapting the beloved manga from 'Chainsaw Man' creator Tatsuki Fujimoto.

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The Palme d'Or-winning director of 'Shoplifters' is adapting the beloved manga from 'Chainsaw Man' creator Tatsuki Fujimoto.

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Razer’s VP of Software Quyen Quach Unveils ‘Fully Agentic’ Version of AI Companion AVA, Which Runs on Cloud and Locally on PC (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-09

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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…

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Razer will unveil new features for its upcoming AI companion, Razer AVA, during the GDC Festival of Gaming Monday, including the ability…

Silicon Valley Drama ‘The Audacity’ Scores Early Season 2 Renewal at AMC

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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Billy Magnussen, Sarah Goldberg and Zach Galifianakis lead the cast for the show, which is set to premiere in April.

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Billy Magnussen, Sarah Goldberg and Zach Galifianakis lead the cast for the show, which is set to premiere in April.

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See The Bloody Trailer For Ex-Rockstar Dev's New Nazi-Killing Game

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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The first big story trailer for Nekome: Nazi Hunter has arrived. For anyone just catching up, the upcoming single-player, third-person action is set in World War II and is directed by GTA and Red Dead's Jeronimo Barrera.The game is inspired by grindhouse films and follows the character Vano Nastasu, a Romani man who…

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The first big story trailer for Nekome: Nazi Hunter has arrived. For anyone just catching up, the upcoming single-player, third-person…

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John Wick, Warhammer 40K Dev Says It Had To Reject Mysterious IP Twice: "It Would Shock The World"

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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Saber Interactive has worked on a number of famous franchises over the years, but the company has not said been able to take on every partnership possibility. In an interview with IGN, Saber's chief creative officer Tim Willits said, "If I could tell you the game that I turned down twice, it would shock the…

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Saber Interactive has worked on a number of famous franchises over the years, but the company has not said been able to take on every…

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Live Nation settlement avoids breakup with Ticketmaster

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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To keep Ticketmaster, Live Nation is going to have to make some major changes. As first reported by Politico, Live Nation reached a settlement with the Department of Justice in its antitrust case that accused the live entertainment giant of monopolistic practices. Live Nation will reportedly pay at least $200 million…

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To keep Ticketmaster, Live Nation is going to have to make some major changes. As first reported by Politico, Live Nation reached a…

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Ghost Of Yotei: Legends Wasn’t Built After The Campaign--It Grew With It

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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After being announced last year, Ghost of Yōtei's new co-op multiplayer Legends mode will go live on March 10 for the PS5 game. The mode arrives mere months after Ghost of Yōtei's October 2025 launch, but development on it ran throughout the production of the single-player game. Developer Sucker Punch Productions says…

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After being announced last year, Ghost of Yōtei's new co-op multiplayer Legends mode will go live on March 10 for the PS5 game. The mode…

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Save On Keyboards, Laptops, Gaming Mice, And More In Razer's Members Week Sale

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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Now is a great time to sign up to become a Razer member, as the popular brand is running its eponymous Razer Members Week, which runs from Monday, March 9, until Sunday, March 15. This event makes it easy for members to save on all sorts of gear, as you'll be eligible for a variety of exclusive discounts throughout…

Why it matters

Now is a great time to sign up to become a Razer member, as the popular brand is running its eponymous Razer Members Week, which runs from…

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A Petri Dish Full Of Human Brain Cells Just Learned How To Play Doom

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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In 2024, Elon Musk's Neuralink implant allowed a quadriplegic patient to play RuneScape and Slay the Spire in his brain. But now, scientists are taking things further, training lab-grown brain cells to play video games sans any connection to an actual human brain. Naturally, it didn't take long for someone to teach…

Why it matters

In 2024, Elon Musk's Neuralink implant allowed a quadriplegic patient to play RuneScape and Slay the Spire in his brain. But now,…

Jennifer Runyon, ’Ghostbusters’ Actress, Dies at 65

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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The veteran film and TV actresss is also known for her roles in ‘Charles in Charge,' 'Quantum Leap' and 'Booker.'

Why it matters

The veteran film and TV actresss is also known for her roles in ‘Charles in Charge,' 'Quantum Leap' and 'Booker.'

Elijah Wood Hints at ‘Lord of the Rings’ Return, Doesn’t Want Anybody Else Playing Frodo

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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Wood suggested he might return to the role in Andy Serkis' 'The Hunt for Gollum' prequel: "I certainly wouldn’t want anybody else to play Frodo as long as I’m alive and able."

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Wood suggested he might return to the role in Andy Serkis' 'The Hunt for Gollum' prequel: "I certainly wouldn’t want anybody else to play…

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Harry Styles says ‘American Girls’ is about watching his friends get married

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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"It’s actually quite a lonely song in a lot of ways" The post Harry Styles says ‘American Girls’ is about watching his friends get married appeared first on NME.

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"It’s actually quite a lonely song in a lot of ways" The post Harry Styles says ‘American Girls’ is about watching his friends…

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Liam Gallagher responds to Oasis currently falling behind in vote for Rock Hall Of Fame 2026

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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It comes after his previous declaration that the Rock Hall was "full of BUMBACLARTS" The post Liam Gallagher responds to Oasis currently falling behind in vote for Rock Hall Of Fame 2026 appeared first on NME.

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It comes after his previous declaration that the Rock Hall was "full of BUMBACLARTS" The post Liam Gallagher responds to Oasis currently…

Jake Gyllenhaal, Henry Cavill Play Cool Killers in ‘In The Grey’ Trailer

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-09

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Guy Ritchie’s long-awaited action heist thriller will hit theaters in May via Black Bear after several delays.

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Guy Ritchie’s long-awaited action heist thriller will hit theaters in May via Black Bear after several delays.

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Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Review

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is an excellent turn-based RPG with a compelling hunt-capture-craft gameplay loop that will keep you engaged for dozens of hours.

Why it matters

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is an excellent turn-based RPG with a compelling hunt-capture-craft gameplay loop that will…

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Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Review - Monstie Mash

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is Monster Hunter firing on all cylinders. It takes Monster Hunter's core loop and molds it into a fantastic RPG with flexible turn-based combat, an engrossing story, and a captivating world. Its onboarding isn't the smoothest and some grinding can throw off the pace, but…

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Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is Monster Hunter firing on all cylinders. It takes Monster Hunter's core loop and molds it…

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PC Cases Are Heavily Discounted At Woot This Week

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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Woot is offering steep discounts on a variety of PC cases, including those from Corsair, MSI, and Cooler Master. Better yet, you can use promo code CASE20 to save an additional 20% (up to a maximum discount of $20). Some cases are already seeing price cuts of over 50%, making this an excellent way to upgrade your…

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Woot is offering steep discounts on a variety of PC cases, including those from Corsair, MSI, and Cooler Master. Better yet, you can use…

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Amazon’s Zoox will test its robotaxis in Dallas and Phoenix

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Amazon’s self-driving subsidiary Zoox announced on Monday that it will begin testing its autonomous vehicles in Dallas and Phoenix. The company will initially deploy retrofitted Toyota Highlander SUVs with human safety drivers to map the new cities before eventually rolling out its purpose-built robotaxis. Zoox says…

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Amazon’s self-driving subsidiary Zoox announced on Monday that it will begin testing its autonomous vehicles in Dallas and Phoenix. The…

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PSA: You'll Have to Pay For Switch 2's GameChat Soon, And It's Not Worth It

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-09

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is doing very well for Nintendo financially, even as fans settle into the knowledge that it is essentially a more powerful, premium Switch system. The Switch 2 lacked the new bells and whistles that typically come with the notoriously experimental company. One major exception was the addition of…

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is doing very well for Nintendo financially, even as fans settle into the knowledge that it is essentially a more…

Live Nation Settles Antitrust Suit With DOJ

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-09

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The live-entertainment industry giant won’t be broken up, but will have to implement several changes, like capping service fees and opening its ticketing platform to rivals

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The live-entertainment industry giant won’t be broken up, but will have to implement several changes, like capping service fees and opening…

Avicii’s Former Manager’s Defamation Lawsuit Against DJ’s Estate Dismissed

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-09

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Arash Pournouri, who once managed the late DJ, whose real name is Tim Bergling, had claimed a documentary and two posthumously released books had been an attempt at “character assassination”

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Arash Pournouri, who once managed the late DJ, whose real name is Tim Bergling, had claimed a documentary and two posthumously released…

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‘Slay The Spire 2’ is already one of the most popular games in Steam history

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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The long-awaited sequel has one of the biggest ever concurrent player counts The post ‘Slay The Spire 2’ is already one of the most popular games in Steam history appeared first on NME.

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The long-awaited sequel has one of the biggest ever concurrent player counts The post ‘Slay The Spire 2’ is already one of the most popular…

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Here’s what Interpol played as they kicked off their 2026 world tour

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-09

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The band have been teasing a new album coming this year, but did any new tracks make it onto the setlist? The post Here’s what Interpol played as they kicked off their 2026 world tour appeared first on NME.

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The band have been teasing a new album coming this year, but did any new tracks make it onto the setlist? The post Here’s what…

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‘Halo’ Actor Demands Trump’s White House Remove Master Chief’s Voice From ‘Disgusting and Juvenile War Porn’ Video: I Don’t ‘Endorse’ This ‘Propaganda’

Other variety.com · 2026-03-09

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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…

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Steve Downes, the voice of “Halo” protagonist Master Chief, is slamming Donald Trump’s White House for its…

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iPad Air M4 review: Still Apple's best overall tablet, with a few caveats

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Perhaps one of the most surprising things about the Apple Silicon era is how quickly Apple now updates its products. Take the iPad Air, for example. It’s been less than two years since the company released the M2-powered iPad Air in 11- and 13-inch sizes. We’re already on our third iPad Air iteration, one with the M4…

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Perhaps one of the most surprising things about the Apple Silicon era is how quickly Apple now updates its products. Take the iPad Air, for…

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iPhone 17e review: The economical choice

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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By introducing the iPhone 17e just a year after the iPhone 16e, Apple is closing some gaps. Before, the company would only roll out a new entry-level iPhone every few years, with the iPhone 5c (2013), iPhone XR (2018) and iPhone SE (2016, 2020, 2022) all having two to four years between their releases. But Apple is…

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By introducing the iPhone 17e just a year after the iPhone 16e, Apple is closing some gaps. Before, the company would only roll out a new…

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The 10 best sleep apps and gadgets for a better night's sleep in 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Tech has a bad (and deserved) reputation as a sleep killer. Blue light, incessant scrolling and information onslaught conspire to keep us on edge and exiled from dreamland. But a few gadgets and apps out there may actually help us sleep. We’ve tried many such products over the years and have gathered the ones that…

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Tech has a bad (and deserved) reputation as a sleep killer. Blue light, incessant scrolling and information onslaught conspire to keep us…

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The best air purifier for 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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As houses and apartments get more energy efficient, they also get more airtight, limiting air exchange with the outside world. That’s partly why indoor air is often far more polluted than outdoor air. Synthetic building materials, cleaning products, pet dander, cooking emissions and smoke all conspire to muck up what…

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As houses and apartments get more energy efficient, they also get more airtight, limiting air exchange with the outside world. That’s…

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Qualcomm's new Arduino Ventuno Q is an AI-focused computer designed for robotics

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-09

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Qualcomm, which purchased microcontroller board manufacturer Arduino last year, just announced a new single-board computer that marries AI with robotics. Called the Arduino Ventuno Q, it uses Qualcomm's Dragonwing IQ8 processor along with a dedicated STM32H5 low-latency microcontroller (MCU). "Ventuno Q is…

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Qualcomm, which purchased microcontroller board manufacturer Arduino last year, just announced a new single-board computer that marries AI…

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NetEase is reportedly pulling funding for Yakuza creator's studio

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-08

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The hype for Gang of Dragon, the debut game from Nagoshi Studio, may already be getting derailed. According to a Bloomberg report, Chinese tech giant NetEase is going to stop financing Nagoshi Studio starting in May. Bloomberg confirmed the news with the studio's employees and a NetEase spokesperson. The report…

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The hype for Gang of Dragon, the debut game from Nagoshi Studio, may already be getting derailed. According to a Bloomberg report, Chinese…

Country Joe McDonald, Country Joe and the Fish Singer, Dead at 84

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-08

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Songwriter of darkly comic folk tracks best known for anti-Vietnam War anthem “I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-to-Die Rag” and memorable Woodstock set

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Songwriter of darkly comic folk tracks best known for anti-Vietnam War anthem “I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-to-Die Rag” and memorable Woodstock…

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Apple is reportedly looking into 3D printing aluminum iPhones and Apple Watches

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-08

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There could be even more 3D-printed Apple products coming in the future. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is exploring ways to 3D print aluminum to make the manufacturing processes for iPhones and Apple Watches more efficient. Gurman reported that this new production process could specifically change how…

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There could be even more 3D-printed Apple products coming in the future. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is exploring ways to…

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OpenAI's robotics hardware lead resigns following deal with the Department of Defense

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-08

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OpenAI's robotics hardware lead is out. Caitlin Kalinowski, who oversaw hardware within the robotics division of OpenAI, posted on X that she was resigning from her role, while criticizing the company's haste in partnering with the Department of Defense without investigating proper guardrails. OpenAI told Engadget…

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OpenAI's robotics hardware lead is out. Caitlin Kalinowski, who oversaw hardware within the robotics division of OpenAI, posted on X that…

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OpenAI is reportedly pushing back the launch of its 'adult mode' even further

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-07

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Here comes another disappointment for ChatGPT users. As first reported by Sources' Alex Heath, OpenAI is yet again delaying its "adult mode" for ChatGPT. A company spokesperson told Heath that "we're pushing out the launch of adult mode so we can focus on work that is a higher priority for more users right now." More…

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Here comes another disappointment for ChatGPT users. As first reported by Sources' Alex Heath, OpenAI is yet again delaying its "adult…

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NASA's DART spacecraft changed a binary asteroid's orbit around the sun, in a first for a human-made object

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-07

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When NASA crashed a spacecraft into the asteroid moonlet Dimorphos in 2022, it altered both Dimorphos' orbit around its parent asteroid, Didymos, and the two objects' orbit around the sun, according to new research. NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) said in a press release that this "marks the first time a…

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When NASA crashed a spacecraft into the asteroid moonlet Dimorphos in 2022, it altered both Dimorphos' orbit around its parent asteroid,…

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Indonesia announces a social media ban for anyone under 16

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-07

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Following in the footsteps of Australia, Indonesia will be the latest country to limit social media usage for children under 16. Meutya Hafid, Indonesia's communication and digital affairs minister, announced that a new government regulation will require "high-risk" platforms to delete any accounts from Indonesia that…

Why it matters

Following in the footsteps of Australia, Indonesia will be the latest country to limit social media usage for children under 16. Meutya…

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Roblox introduces real-time AI-powered chat rephraser for inappropriate language

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-07

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Roblox has launched a feature powered by AI that can rephrase inappropriate language in real time. The online game has been using AI filters to block out any language that goes against its policy for a while now, but it has been replacing censored chats with a series of hash signs (####). Roblox admits that…

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Roblox has launched a feature powered by AI that can rephrase inappropriate language in real time. The online game has been using AI…

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Engadget review recap: Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy Buds 4, Dell XPS 14 and more

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-07

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It’s a busy time for the reviews team and Engadget, and with Apple announcing new devices this week, we aren’t letting up any time soon. New products from Samsung, Dell, Google and ASUS headline the roundup this time, and we’ve got a few unique items to discuss as well. Read on to catch up on anything you might’ve…

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It’s a busy time for the reviews team and Engadget, and with Apple announcing new devices this week, we aren’t letting up any time soon.…

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Dell XPS 14 (2026) review: A beautiful laptop that excels at almost everything… except typing

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-07

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There is so much to love about Dell's new XPS 14, it's hard for me to discuss it without sounding like a total fanboy. Its new design makes it incredibly thin and light. And Intel's Panther Lake chips give it a ton of power, even when it comes to games. After reviving the XPS brand from last year's ignominious…

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There is so much to love about Dell's new XPS 14, it's hard for me to discuss it without sounding like a total fanboy. Its new design makes…

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Slay the Spire 2, Scott Pilgrim EX and other new indie games worth checking out

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-07

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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. We've got a lot of new and upcoming games to highlight this week, and those are on top of all of our coverage of the Nintendo Indie World stream the other day. Nintendo packed a lot of news into that 18-minute stream, including the sudden…

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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. We've got a lot of new and upcoming games to highlight this week,…

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Valve doesn't sound confident the Steam Machine will ship in 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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As part of a Year in Review blog detailing changes Valve made to Steam in 2025, the company shared a minor update on its hardware plans that doesn't sound good for anyone hoping to buy a Steam Machine, Steam Controller or Steam Frame in 2026. Specifically, the company is now opening up the possibility its new hardware…

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As part of a Year in Review blog detailing changes Valve made to Steam in 2025, the company shared a minor update on its hardware plans…

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Netflix's version of Overcooked lets you play as Huntr/x

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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Netflix's library of streamable party games is expanding today with a custom version of Overcooked! All You Can Eat. Netflix launched its cloud gaming program with games like Lego Party and Tetris Time Warp, but Overcooked feels a bit unique because it features a roster of Netflix-affiliated characters from KPop Demon…

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Netflix's library of streamable party games is expanding today with a custom version of Overcooked! All You Can Eat. Netflix launched its…

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Nintendo is suing the US government over Trump's tariffs

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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Nintendo of America is suing the US government, including the Department of Treasury, Department of Homeland Security and US Customs and Border Protection, over its tariff policy, Aftermath reports. The video game giant already raised prices on the Nintendo Switch in August 2025 in response to “market conditions,” but…

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Nintendo of America is suing the US government, including the Department of Treasury, Department of Homeland Security and US Customs and…

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro review: Impressive audio, imperfect ANC

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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Samsung caught flak for the Galaxy Buds 3. The company’s mimicry of Apple’s AirPods was all too obvious last year when it opted for a stem or “blade” design after several generations of putting touch controls on the main housing of its earbuds. The Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro continue that trajectory, as…

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Samsung caught flak for the Galaxy Buds 3. The company’s mimicry of Apple’s AirPods was all too obvious last year when it opted for a stem…

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Pokémon Pokopia review: Possibly the most charming Pokémon game yet

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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One of the biggest issues with mainline Pokémon games is that you're often so focused on catching, battling and trying to be the very best that you don't have time to stop and smell the flowers. But in Pokémon Pokopia, you're rewarded for doing just that while building a loving community of friendly monsters. The game…

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One of the biggest issues with mainline Pokémon games is that you're often so focused on catching, battling and trying to be the very best…

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COPPA 2.0 passes the Senate again, unanimously this time

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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Today the US Senate unanimously passed proposed legislation known as COPPA 2.0. This measure, fully named the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, aims to create new protections for younger users online, such as blocking platforms from collecting their personal data without consent. COPPA 2.0 is a…

Why it matters

Today the US Senate unanimously passed proposed legislation known as COPPA 2.0. This measure, fully named the Children and Teens’ Online…

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Capcom's long-delayed Pragmata is now arriving a week earlier

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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Capcom revealed during its March 5 Spotlight showcase that Pragmata, its repeatedly delayed dystopian sci-fi adventure game, will release on April 17 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC via Steam. The game had been set for April 24 since its appearance at The Game Awards in December. The…

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Capcom revealed during its March 5 Spotlight showcase that Pragmata, its repeatedly delayed dystopian sci-fi adventure game, will release…

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Rad Power Bikes gets a new owner, pledge to build bikes in the US

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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Life EV has completed a court-approved acquisition of Rad Power Bikes, granting a second life to the troubled e-bike brand. The Florida-based Life EV now owns Rad’s brand, intellectual property, inventory and certain unspecified operating assets, and will continue to operate as Rad Power Bikes in the US, with plans to…

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Life EV has completed a court-approved acquisition of Rad Power Bikes, granting a second life to the troubled e-bike brand. The…

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‘GTA’-Inspired ‘Grand Heist City’ Game to Launch on Fortnite From Typical Gamer’s JOGO Studios, KitBash3D (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-06

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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,…

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Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his…

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Engadget Podcast: Is the MacBook Neo the one?

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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It's been a wild week for Apple. After announcing a slew of new hardware, the company capped things off with its cheapest laptop ever: the $599 MacBook Neo. It's low on specs, but high on character and value. In this episode, Devindra and Engadget Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham dive into the MacBook Neo, as well as the…

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It's been a wild week for Apple. After announcing a slew of new hardware, the company capped things off with its cheapest laptop ever: the…

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The Morning After: Apple takes on cheap Windows laptops and Chromebooks with the $599 MacBook Neo

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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Right off the back of the iPhone 17e, new iPads and MacBook Airs, Apple also announced a keenly priced new laptop. The MacBook Neo is a multi-colored low-cost Mac ($599), running on an iPhone chipset with most but not all of the hardware features you find on the MacBook Air and Pro. All models of the MacBook Neo ship…

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Right off the back of the iPhone 17e, new iPads and MacBook Airs, Apple also announced a keenly priced new laptop. The MacBook Neo is a…

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UK government delays AI copyright rules amid artist outcry

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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The UK government is working on a controversial data bill that would allow AI companies like Google and OpenAI to train their models on copyrighted materials without consent. However, following a two month consultation, it looks like passage of the law will be delayed. "Copyright is going to be kicked down the…

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The UK government is working on a controversial data bill that would allow AI companies like Google and OpenAI to train their models on…

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Anthropic says it will challenge Defense Department's supply chain risk designation in court

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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In a new blog post, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has admitted that it received a letter from the Defense Department, officially labeling it a supply chain risk. He said he doesn’t “believe this action is legally sound,” and that his company sees “no choice” but to challenge it in court. Hours before Amodei published the…

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In a new blog post, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has admitted that it received a letter from the Defense Department, officially labeling it a…

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X's Exclusive Threads feature lets creators paywall the end of tweet threads

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-06

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Today, X announced some updates to its creator subscriptions platform. The leading change gives participating accounts the option to make part of tweet threads only visible to subscribers. This new Creator Subscriptions feature is called Exclusive Threads, an ironic name choice given X's main text-based social media…

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Today, X announced some updates to its creator subscriptions platform. The leading change gives participating accounts the option to make…

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Amazon.com is on the mend after experiencing technical issues

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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Amazon's website appears to be stabilizing after experiencing technical issues that kept users from logging in and prevented prices from displaying correctly. DownDetector reported a spike of outage reports around 2PM ET, but as of 5:56PM ET, user complaints have fallen significantly.The Amazon.com homepage currently…

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Amazon's website appears to be stabilizing after experiencing technical issues that kept users from logging in and prevented prices from…

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Xbox CEO confirms next-gen 'Project Helix' console will play PC games

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is gearing up to spill the beans on Microsoft’s next-generation console. In a post on X today, she revealed that the system is codenamed “Project Helix.” Confirming previous rumors, she says it will “lead in performance” and play both console and PC games. Sharma also notes that she’ll be…

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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is gearing up to spill the beans on Microsoft’s next-generation console. In a post on X today, she revealed that the…

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How to watch Frost Fatales 2026, kicking off on March 8

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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It feels like we could all use a little (or a large) boost of joy and optimism right now, so it's a perfect coincidence that a Games Done Quick event is on the horizon. Frost Fatales 2026 is running from March 8 through March 14. This week-long livestream will be raising money for the National Women's Law Center, a…

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It feels like we could all use a little (or a large) boost of joy and optimism right now, so it's a perfect coincidence that a Games Done…

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The Playdate Catalog's 3-year anniversary sale is here

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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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 two-week-long sale on the Playdate Catalog to celebrate its three-year anniversary. Sure, the majority of Playdate games are pretty cheap as is, but they can…

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…

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Google reportedly muzzles Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney until 2032

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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Epic Games’ courtroom battle with Google is over, but it’s reportedly going to affect how its CEO can speak about the tech giant for years for years to come. According to The Verge, part of the settlement terms Epic had signed has a clause stating that Epic and Sweeney will have to speak positively about Google’s…

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Epic Games’ courtroom battle with Google is over, but it’s reportedly going to affect how its CEO can speak about the tech giant for years…

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Roku is launching a trivia game called... Roklue?

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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Who needs Half-Life 3 or Beyond Good & Evil 2? Roku, in an attempt to gamify content discovery on its platform, has cooked up a gaming announcement for the ages. Behold: Roklue. Yes, that's a real name that someone with a job title and (likely high) salary came up with.Roklue (shudder) will quiz players on…

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Who needs Half-Life 3 or Beyond Good & Evil 2? Roku, in an attempt to gamify content discovery on its platform, has cooked up a gaming…

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Netflix just bought an AI startup founded by Ben Affleck

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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Netflix has acquired an AI filmmaking startup called InterPositive, according to a report by Variety. This is a company that was founded by actor Ben Affleck back in 2022. Don't worry if you haven't heard of it. Affleck has been operating the company in stealth mode for the past few years, so this is pretty much it's…

Why it matters

Netflix has acquired an AI filmmaking startup called InterPositive, according to a report by Variety. This is a company that was founded by…

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Meta hit with a class action lawsuit over smart glasses' privacy claims

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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Meta is facing a class action lawsuit for false advertising related to its AI glasses following reports about the company's use of human contractors to review footage captured from users' glasses. The lawsuit, filed Wednesday in federal court in San Francisco, alleges that Meta's claims about the devices' privacy…

Why it matters

Meta is facing a class action lawsuit for false advertising related to its AI glasses following reports about the company's use of human…

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I hope you like spreadsheets, because GPT-5.4 loves them

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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OpenAI is releasing a new model today, and like GPT-5.2 before it, GPT-5.4 is all about professional work. OpenAI is calling GPT-5.4 its most capable frontier model for tasks like coding and data analysis. OpenAI claims the new model produced presentations with stronger, more varied aesthetics and made more effective…

Why it matters

OpenAI is releasing a new model today, and like GPT-5.2 before it, GPT-5.4 is all about professional work. OpenAI is calling GPT-5.4 its…

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The National Videogame Museum has acquired the mythical Nintendo Playstation

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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It might sound like the stuff of daydreams now, but once upon a time it was briefly the very real intention of Sony and Nintendo to collaborate on a console. Nicknamed the Nintendo PlayStation, the idea was that a new CD-ROM format backed by Sony would be added to the cartridge-based Super NES, resulting in a hybrid…

Why it matters

It might sound like the stuff of daydreams now, but once upon a time it was briefly the very real intention of Sony and Nintendo to…

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Range Media Partners Launches Game Publishing Division Led by Industry Veteran Ben Jones (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-05

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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…

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Google begins calling out battery-killing Android apps

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-05

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Google is living up to its word and posting warning labels for battery-killing apps. 9to5Google spotted Google's rollout announcement, which the company previously said would arrive on March 1.The label says, “This app may use more battery than expected due to high background activity.” If you don't yet see the…

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Google is living up to its word and posting warning labels for battery-killing apps. 9to5Google spotted Google's rollout announcement,…

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‘Life Is Strange’ TV Series Casts Maisy Stella, Tatum Grace Hopkins as Chloe and Max (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-03

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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…

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Wildlight Entertainment’s ‘Highguard’ to Shut Down After Just Two Months (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-03

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“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…

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‘Resident Evil Requiem’ Star Angela Sant’Albano Talks Grace’s Twist Ending, Reuniting With [SPOILER] for Potential Future Games

Other variety.com · 2026-03-02

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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…

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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers through the end of video game “Resident Evil Requiem,” released Feb. 27…

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‘Resident Evil Requiem’ Launches (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-02-27

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“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…

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‘Pokémon’ Reveals New Games, ‘Winds’ and ‘Waves,’ With 2027 Release Date and 10th Generation Starters

Other variety.com · 2026-02-27

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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…

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The next generation of “Pokémon” has finally been revealed. During its “Pokémon Presents” 30th…

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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…

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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…