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Google Pixel October 2025 Update Boosts Performance

Google is rolling out its October 2025 update for Pixel smartphones, focusing on performance improvements as confirmed by Verizon's documentation.…

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Entertainment

Nintendo Unveils Breath of the Wild Soundtrack Box Set

Nintendo is releasing its first-ever physical video game soundtrack for sale in the United States, featuring The Legend of Zelda:…

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BigTech Companies

Nintendo’s Pokémon Catching Patent Rejected in Japan

Nintendo's Japanese patent application for creature capture and battle mechanics was rejected due to lack of inventive step, citing prior…

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AI & Tech

Nvidia Deepens AI Partnerships with Hyundai, Samsung, SK, Naver

Nvidia is expanding its presence in South Korea through strategic alliances with Hyundai Motor, Samsung, SK Group, and Naver to…

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Entertainment

Clear Your Console: Hyrule Warriors Needs Space Now

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment releases on November 6, 2025, and requires significant storage space, between 40GB and 45GB, for…

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Entertainment

How Guitar Hero Turned Everyone Into a Rock Star

Guitar Hero created a global cultural phenomenon by turning living rooms into stages where players used plastic guitars to master…

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Entertainment

JRPG Remakes Prove Classic Games Are Still Incredible

Dragon Quest 1 and 2 have been released as HD-2D remasters on Steam, making these foundational JRPGs accessible and visually…

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AI & Tech

OpenAI’s Sora Adds Reusable Characters and Video Stitching

OpenAI's Sora update introduces reusable character avatars and enhanced video editing, enabling more personalized and complex content creation beyond simple…

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Automotive

3-Cylinder Engines: Are They Worth It?

Three-cylinder engines are gaining popularity for balancing performance and fuel efficiency through advancements like turbocharging, making them a viable option…

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Business

Zelda: Breath of the Wild Vinyl Soundtrack Coming to U.S.

Nintendo is releasing *The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild* soundtrack on vinyl in the U.S. for the first…

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Business

Cooling Subways and Trains in a Warming World

Rising global temperatures are making subway systems dangerously hot for commuters, with recorded temperatures reaching as high as 42°C in…

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Business

Westinghouse Pursues $80B Nuclear Reactor Deal

Westinghouse has secured an $80 billion agreement with the U.S. government to build new nuclear reactors, including AP1000 and AP300…

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Business

Japan Launches First Yen-Backed Stablecoin From National Savings

Japan has launched its first yen-backed stablecoin by JPYC, fully convertible and supported by national savings and government bonds, integrating…

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Business

Zero-Day Attack Exploits Lanscope Endpoint Manager Flaw

A critical zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2025-61932) in Lanscope Endpoint Manager is being actively exploited, primarily targeting Japanese customers since April 2025.…

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Artificial Intelligence

Ex-Israeli Intel Vets Raise $20M to Track Developer Buying Signals

Onfire helps software vendors identify developer buying intent by using AI to monitor discussions on platforms like Hacker News and…

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Artificial Intelligence

Australians to Spend 43% More This Black Friday Weekend

Australian consumers plan to spend 43% more this Black Friday weekend, with average expenditure rising to $324, reflecting increased confidence…

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AI & Tech

Casio’s Adorable AI Robot Won Me Over

Moflin is an AI companion robot developed by Casio, designed to respond to sounds and touch while developing unique personality…

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AI & Tech

Tech’s Next Target: The Scraps Teens Fight Over

Automation is rapidly replacing the entry-level jobs traditionally held by teenagers, such as retail and food service roles, with advancements…

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BigTech Companies

Mario Makes Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade History

A new Mario balloon will debut in the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Super Mario…

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BigTech Companies

Casio’s G-Shock Ring Watch: Durable Timekeeping for Your Finger

Casio is launching the G-Shock Nano DWN-5600, a durable ring watch inspired by the classic DW-5600 design, featuring a resilient…

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