The ongoing rivalry between Netflix and the Paramount Skydance consortium in their efforts to take over Warner Bros. Discovery appears to be reaching a conclusion after months of intense negotiations. Warner Bros. Discovery announced that its board views the most recent proposal from Paramount Skydance as superior. The company allowed…
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iFi, an audio equipment manufacturer, has launched its latest digital-to-analog converter, the GO Link 2, which is more compact and weighs less than the prior version while priced at just $59. This device links to mobile phones or audio sources through a USB-C connection, enhancing the sound quality for users…
{"title": "Fintech Giant Block Plans Major Workforce Reduction Exceeding 4,000 Positions to Embrace AI Advancements", "body": ["The company behind Square and Cash App, Block, has joined a wave of firms implementing staff reductions, prioritizing artificial intelligence technologies over human roles. Under the guidance of Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter, the…
A rebooted incarnation of RedOctane Games, known for developing the initial Guitar Hero title, has released an initial preview video for its upcoming rhythm-based title, Stage Tour. The original iteration of the studio ceased operations under Activision in 2010 but has been revived recently by Embracer Freemode to launch a…
Meta has initiated legal proceedings against individuals and organizations operating three fraudulent networks that employed celebrity photos and AI-generated videos to direct users toward deceptive websites. The firm indicates these operations were headquartered in China and Brazil, with campaigns aimed at audiences in the United States, Japan, and various other…
NATO has determined that Apple's iPhone and iPad meet the necessary security standards following thorough evaluations conducted by German authorities, allowing their use at the alliance's restricted classified tier. The testing was carried out by Germany's Federal Office for Information Security, known as BSI. This agency initially certified the iPhone…
Gaming review platform Metacritic has taken down a critique of Resident Evil Requiem after determining it came from artificial intelligence, according to a Kotaku article. The piece appeared on the British site VideoGamer, seemingly authored by a fabricated AI persona instead of an actual writer. Detecting AI authorship with absolute…
Although Remedy has yet to announce timelines for its upcoming Max Payne remakes, gamers craving a dose of noir storytelling in the interim should watch for Samson: A Tyndalston Story from Liquid Swords, now scheduled for an April 8 debut. Marking the inaugural project from a team established by Christofer…
A notable collaboration has formed between Apple and Netflix to distribute Formula 1 content. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, the agreement enables Netflix to broadcast the Canadian Grand Prix in May alongside Apple TV, while both services will feature the eighth season of the documentary series Drive to Survive.
eBay has revealed plans to reduce its international workforce by approximately 800 positions. The company explained in a statement, covered by Bloomberg, that it is reallocating resources throughout its operations and reshaping its organizational framework to better match key strategic objectives, resulting in the elimination of select employee roles. This…
Space enthusiasts eagerly await fresh visuals from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, and the latest releases spotlight the intriguingly dubbed Exposed Cranium Nebula, formally identified as Nebula PMR 1. These photographs depict what might be the concluding phase of a stellar life cycle while offering clues about the formation of…
Awards ceremonies have become a staple across numerous sectors in recent years, offering opportunities to honor achievements and foster professional connections. The social media giant Snap is entering this space with its inaugural Snappy Awards Show, set to take place at its headquarters on March 31. Comedian and content creator…
{"title": "Full Circle Announces Team Restructuring and Layoffs Just Before Skate Exits Early Access", "body": ["The studio responsible for the latest Skate installment, Full Circle, has revealed plans for internal reorganization that include staff reductions. The exact number of positions affected remains undisclosed, and this move comes mere months following…
Although Mobile World Congress approaches soon, Samsung jumped ahead of competitors unveiling fresh smartphones by hosting its most recent Unpacked gathering on Wednesday. Held at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, the presentation introduced the Galaxy S26 range, encompassing the standard S26, the enhanced S26+, and the premium…
Ubisoft's internal transformations persist. The creative director for the forthcoming Assassin's Creed project, internally known as Hexe, has exited the firm. Clint Hocking, who spent two decades with the company across multiple periods, apparently shared his departure during a team gathering earlier this week. During his time at Ubisoft, Hocking…
This week, Canadian authorities called OpenAI executives to Ottawa to discuss safety issues surrounding ChatGPT. At the heart of the officials' worries was the company's failure to alert regulators after suspending an account tied to an individual suspected of carrying out a mass shooting in British Columbia earlier this month.
Microsoft is launching 1440p resolution support for game streaming directly on Xbox consoles. This streaming capability represents a major advantage for Game Pass members, and beginning in 2025, it will extend to titles that users have purchased separately from the core Game Pass catalog. The upgraded streaming with increased bitrate…
At the MWC 2026 event, Tecno introduced an innovative modular smartphone prototype that stands out for its slim profile. Unlike typical modular designs that tend to be cumbersome from the start and even more so after adding extras, this model's core unit measures only 4.9 millimeters in thickness—slimmer than a…
Rising prices for PC parts are surging due to massive demand from AI data center expansions against constrained availability. HP reports that this pressure is intensely affecting computer memory, where RAM now represents 35% of the total expense for a complete unit. During the recent earnings discussion, HP's finance chief…
An emerging online prediction platform, Kalshi, has barred a video editor from YouTube creator MrBeast's team due to insider trading activities, according to NPR. The suspension lasts two years, and the individual must pay a penalty equivalent to five times the value of his original bet. Identified as Artem Kaptur,…
Anthropic has warned about the risks of AI distillation attacks following allegations that three Chinese companies improperly used its Claude assistant. In a statement on its site, the firm asserted that DeepSeek, Moonshot, and MiniMax ran extensive operations aimed at secretly harnessing Claude's features to enhance their proprietary systems. In…
The annual gaming showcase is approaching once more. Summer Game Fest begins on June 5 and continues through June 8. Geoff Keighley will host the Live Kickoff event again, starting at 5 p.m. ET on June 5, featuring numerous announcements and video previews. The inaugural showcase will broadcast worldwide across…
Bungie has adopted a zero-tolerance approach to cheating in its forthcoming extraction shooter, Marathon. Through an in-depth blog entry outlining its anti-cheat strategies, the studio issued a firm warning to anyone attempting to secure an unfair edge in the game. The blog stated that individuals detected cheating or creating cheats…
Engadget has evaluated consumer technology products since 2004. Some articles feature affiliate links, and purchases made via those links may generate a commission for us. Learn more about our product assessment process. The game Mafia: The Old Country requires a large display to fully appreciate its scope. Although my 32-inch…
Nothing has gradually released details on the forthcoming Phone 4a over recent days, scheduling its official unveiling for March 5. Yet the firm advanced the timeline slightly by sharing a genuine image of the device. The hardware appears sleek, although detailed specifications remain unavailable at this point. The photo captures…
{"title": "Mobile Debut: Ball x Pit Heads to iOS and Android Devices Next Week", "body": ["The engaging roguelite title Ball x Pit, which stood out among last year's standout releases, is expanding to smartphones. Its fast-paced brick-smashing gameplay arrives on iOS and Android starting March 12, featuring an ad-free demo…
Prospects for experiencing the distinctive sound of a fully electric Lamborghini appear dim for the foreseeable future. A recent article in The Sunday Times indicates that the company has decided against producing the Lanzador electric vehicle concept, originally slated for launch in 2029. Lamborghini's chairman and CEO, Stephen Winkelmann, informed…
A fresh installment in the Neon Genesis Evangelion anime franchise has been revealed at a special event marking its 30th anniversary in Japan. Notably, the original creator, Hideaki Anno, will not be handling the scriptwriting duties for this project. Stepping in as the new scriptwriter is Yoko Taro, renowned for…
The developers responsible for the popular Dark Sky weather application have launched a new iPhone tool named Acme Weather. This debut occurs following Apple's 2020 purchase of Dark Sky, which resulted in the app's termination in 2022 after Apple merged key components into its standard iOS Weather feature. Acme Weather…
AirTags serve as a vital tool for iPhone owners aiming to monitor items such as keys, wallets, and bags. Although swapping the battery in either AirTag model is straightforward, users might prefer to avoid the hassle near the end of its typical two-year duration. Elevation Lab offers a solution through…