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BigTech Companies

FBI Probes Malware Hidden in Steam Games

The FBI is investigating a hacker who uploaded malware-laden games like BlockBlasters and PirateFi to Steam, aiming to identify and…

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Entertainment

Steam Frame Game Certification: Valve’s Official Requirements

Valve has established 'Steam Frame Verified' certification requiring native VR games to run at a minimum of 90 fps and…

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AI & Tech

AI Nightmares Are Becoming a Reality for Gamers

The gaming industry faces a "perfect storm" of market pressures, including a global memory shortage driven by AI data centers,…

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BigTech Companies

Valve to Challenge New York Loot Box Lawsuit

Valve is contesting a New York lawsuit over loot boxes, arguing they are a common industry feature and that it…

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BigTech Companies

Sony Faces UK Lawsuit Over PS5 Monopoly, Players May Get Compensation

A £2 billion UK class-action lawsuit alleges Sony's PlayStation Store creates a monopoly on digital game sales, treating customers as…

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BigTech Companies

Valve Sued Over Alleged Unauthorized Use of Music

PRS for Music is suing Valve Corporation, alleging that games on the Steam platform use copyrighted music without the proper…

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Entertainment

Steam Machines Still on Track for 2016 Release

Valve has confirmed its Steam Machine and other hardware products are on schedule for a 2026 release, despite supply chain…

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BigTech Companies

Steam Machine’s 2026 Future Uncertain After Update

Valve's Steam Machine console faces significant delays, potentially until 2027, due to severe memory and storage shortages that are disrupting…

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Entertainment

Marathon’s Steam Launch Draws Under 100K Players Amid Review Delay

Bungie delayed all critical reviews for *Marathon* until after launch, a move seen as unconventional and possibly reflecting a lack…

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Artificial Intelligence

Steam Machine Launch Possibly Delayed Beyond This Year

Valve has delayed its Steam hardware launch from early 2026 to a tentative "hope to ship in 2026" due to…

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BigTech Companies

New York Sues Valve Over Loot Box Gambling Allegations

The New York Attorney General has sued Valve, alleging its Steam platform illegally promotes gambling through loot boxes in games…

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Business

GOG’s Crusade: Saving Old Games Needs Players Who Care

GOG is the leading digital platform for video game preservation, actively restoring classic titles and emphasizing true ownership of DRM-free…

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BigTech Companies

VisionOS Update Enhances VR Cloud Streaming for Developers

Apple Vision Pro's new visionOS update introduces **Foveated Streaming**, a cloud feature that uses eye-tracking to stream high-quality visuals only…

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Entertainment

Steam Deck OLED Faces Stock Shortages Due to RAM Crisis

The Steam Deck OLED is facing stock shortages in key regions like the US due to a shortage of memory…

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BigTech Companies

Steam Deck Faces RAM Shortage, Stock Now Limited

The Steam Deck is experiencing intermittent stock shortages due to industry-wide supply chain constraints on memory and storage components. The…

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Entertainment

Add Your PC Specs to Steam Reviews in New Beta

Steam's beta client introduces an optional feature allowing users to automatically attach their PC hardware specifications to game reviews, providing…

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Artificial Intelligence

Framework’s DIY PCs Face Monthly Price Hikes Amid RAM Shortage

The PC industry is experiencing significant price volatility in 2026, driven by AI-fueled demand for memory and storage, which disproportionately…

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Artificial Intelligence

Google Pixel 10a Launch & Steam Hardware Delay: Weekly Gear News

Valve delays its Steam hardware lineup due to component shortages and rising prices driven by high demand for AI data…

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Entertainment

Steam Machine’s $700 Price Tag Could Spell Its Doom

Rising component costs are forcing Valve to reassess the Steam Machine's price and launch timeline, threatening its market viability against…

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Business

Nintendo Aims to Stabilize Memory Supply, Avoid Price Hikes

Nintendo is managing rising memory component costs without immediate plans for consumer price hikes, though prolonged pressures could eventually impact…

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