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fromEngadget
4 hours ago

How to watch the Triple-i Initiative showcase on April 9

The showcase will run for 45 minutes, and nine featured studios will also have post-show deep dives on their games if you want to know more.
Games
Video games
fromKotaku
5 hours ago

Sci-Fi Extraction Shooter Lasted Three Weeks Before Announcing Shutdown

Live-service games often fail, leading to financial losses and shutdowns shortly after launch, as seen with The Cube, Save Us.
#social-media
Social media marketing
fromFortune
5 hours ago

China is going after fake expert influencers, and the FTC's new five-year plan seems to lay the same groundwork | Fortune

Regulatory agencies in China and the U.S. are cracking down on influencer misinformation in health, finance, and education.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
Social media marketing
fromFortune
5 hours ago

China is going after fake expert influencers, and the FTC's new five-year plan seems to lay the same groundwork | Fortune

Regulatory agencies in China and the U.S. are cracking down on influencer misinformation in health, finance, and education.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
Media industry
fromNatesilver
2 days ago

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

The Business of iGaming: Balancing Compliance and Growth for UK Tech Affiliates in 2026

UK gambling market faces regulatory challenges, but compliance can provide a competitive edge for small tech companies and marketing partners.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
14 hours ago

Japan Has 12 Million Crypto Users and a Blueprint for Web3 Gaming

Japan's FSA plans a 2026 framework taxing crypto gains at a flat 20%, providing regulatory clarity for Web3 gaming projects.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
14 hours ago

OnePlus' gaming handheld design and key specs leaked

OnePlus is reportedly planning to enter the gaming handheld market with a new device featuring an 8-inch display and MediaTek Dimensity chipset.
LA Clippers
fromEngadget
1 day ago

The League of Legends KeSPA cup will air globally on Disney+

Disney+ will stream major esports tournaments, expanding its reach beyond Asia to a global audience.
Toronto startup
fromAol
10 hours ago

Russia sees China's WeChat, Douyin as models for its homegrown Max messenger

Russia aims to develop its Max messaging app by modeling it after Tencent's WeChat and Douyin to enhance its functionality and user base.
fromGSMArena.com
16 hours ago

iQOO Z11 is escaping China soon

The iQOO Z11 sold in China comes with a 6.83-inch AMOLED screen with 1260x2800 resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate, and 5,000-nit peak brightness.
Mobile UX
Digital life
fromTechSpot
1 day ago

Which mobile app was the first to reach 1 billion users?

Reaching a billion monthly active users signifies a software's essential role in daily life and digital interaction.
fromReadWrite
1 day ago

Prediction markets disrupt tribal gaming law balance, experts say

"Today, our Board took decisive action to protect what generations before us fought to build. These so-called prediction markets are an attempt to bypass tribal authority and recast gambling as a financial product. We will not allow that. We will stand united to defend tribal sovereignty and the integrity of Indian gaming."
SF politics
Roam Research
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Inside Niantic Spatial's audacious plan to scan the world

Robots require accurate, up-to-date maps for effective navigation and task performance in urban environments.
#nvidia
Silicon Valley
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Concerns about the AI ecosystem following Nvidia deal

Nvidia's acquisition of SchedMD raises concerns about control over Slurm, an essential tool for AI and supercomputing.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

NVIDIA Just Made Another Big Bet-Are You Still Paying Attention?

Nvidia invested $2 billion in Marvell Technology, continuing its trend of significant investments in the AI sector.
#ai
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago
Artificial intelligence

How China fell for a lobster: What an AI assistant tells us about Beijing's ambition

fromFortune
4 days ago
Digital life

AI's next frontier is the real world | Fortune

AI has transformed digital interactions, yet the physical world still relies on outdated identity verification methods.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
European startups

China could be the 'big winner' in the AI race, thanks to abundant power, cheap manufacturing, and an open-source craze | Fortune

China's AI sector is gaining momentum due to cheaper energy, increased capital spending, and a growing number of open-source developers.
Poker
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Tech founders competed in a startup's glitzy $100,000 poker tournament. I took them on.

An AI startup spent $200,000 on a poker tournament to market itself to other startups.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

How China fell for a lobster: What an AI assistant tells us about Beijing's ambition

China's AI assistant OpenClaw, also known as 'lobster', is revolutionizing digital tasks for users like Wang, outperforming human capabilities.
Digital life
fromFortune
4 days ago

AI's next frontier is the real world | Fortune

AI has transformed digital interactions, yet the physical world still relies on outdated identity verification methods.
European startups
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

China could be the 'big winner' in the AI race, thanks to abundant power, cheap manufacturing, and an open-source craze | Fortune

China's AI sector is gaining momentum due to cheaper energy, increased capital spending, and a growing number of open-source developers.
#openai
fromArs Technica
5 days ago
Media industry

OpenAI takes on another "side quest," buys tech-focused talk show TBPN

OpenAI's acquisition of TBPN will maintain its editorial independence while enhancing marketing and communications efforts.
Media industry
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

OpenAI takes on another "side quest," buys tech-focused talk show TBPN

OpenAI's acquisition of TBPN will maintain its editorial independence while enhancing marketing and communications efforts.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Apple Removes Jack Dorsey's Bitchat From China App Store

Apple removed Bitchat from the China App Store on February 28, 2026, citing local legal violations. The Cyberspace Administration of China claims Bitchat violates Article 3 of its security assessment provisions.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.
Photography
Tech industry
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Google battles Chinese open weights models with Gemma 4

Google launched new open-weights Gemma models optimized for agentic AI and coding, offering enterprises a domestic alternative to Chinese LLMs.
Marketing
fromDigiday
5 days ago

High stakes, big budgets: How brands are navigating a massive sports year

Brands are prioritizing long-term partnerships over costly live sports advertising due to economic uncertainties and high costs of ad placements.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

People are exhausted by Blackpink and BTS': the DIY Chinese bands redefining corporate idol' pop

Idol culture in East Asia thrives, but China's government restrictions have stifled its idol industry and opportunities for aspiring performers.
fromwww.engadget.com
6 days ago

Apple Arcade just got two indie gems

Dredge+ is the complete edition of the game, with all released DLC content. This is pretty much a perfect video game that combines fishing with bone-chilling horror.
Board games
LA Clippers
fromReadWrite
12 hours ago

PrizePicks NBA partnership boosts fantasy sports growth

PrizePicks has secured a multi-year partnership with the NBA, enhancing its branding and marketing capabilities in daily fantasy sports.
Intellectual property law
fromReadWrite
6 days ago

FanDuel and DraftKings face Interactive Games patent lawsuit

Interactive Games LLC has filed lawsuits against FanDuel and DraftKings for patent infringement related to mobile wagering technology.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
6 days ago

TNT Sports moves to HBO Max: How to watch FA Cup, Champions League & Premier League

Subscribers to TNT Sports can now access the service through HBO Max, which has replaced Discovery+ for online streaming. Existing Discovery+ users can log in using their current credentials.
Television
Video games
fromArs Technica
23 hours ago

Valve brings native Steam Link app to Apple's Vision Pro

Steam Link is coming to Apple's Vision Pro, enabling wireless streaming of traditional games from Steam libraries on nearby Macs or PCs.
fromGadgets 360
2 days ago

Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro Launch Timeline Revealed

General Manager Jiang Chao confirmed in a Weibo post that the Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro will launch in China in April or May 2026. Chao claimed that the Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro 'is amazing! It will definitely not disappoint you.'
Mobile UX
fromTipRanks Financial
1 day ago

Netflix (NFLX) Kicks Off 'Playground' App for Ad-Free Kids Gaming - TipRanks.com

Netflix Playground features a library of games designed specifically for young children, including popular titles such as Peppa Pig, Sesame Street, and Storybots. The application works on both iOS and Android platforms, and supports unlimited offline gameplay.
Games
History
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Chinese Science

The Chinese were the first to use paper for writing and toilet paper, with the first recorded use in 589 C.E.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
3 days ago

China Cracking Down on the Types of AI That Are Tearing America Apart

China is implementing strict regulations on AI personalities to protect children and prevent addiction.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
5 days ago

From Streaming To AI: Agency Leaders' Next Big Media Bets

Streaming platform consolidation is reshaping agency strategies, emphasizing precision and adaptability in targeting consumer attention.
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Canceled Game 'Would Have Been Crimson Desert' Says Avalanche Head

I haven't played Crimson Desert enough, but we had everything that I've seen from Crimson Desert in the plans for that game. It was signed with a big publisher that has a lot of famous IPs...And then they just changed business direction again and wanted to focus on their existing IPs instead of new ones. They broke up with us on a text message, which I will never forgive them for.
Video games
NYC music
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

James Dolan Uses Madison Square Garden To Honor New York's Finest Mobile Gamers | Defector

Madison Square Garden hosts a campaign to support the NYPD, culminating in a concert for police and their civilian employees.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Alibaba Has a New Agentic AI Chip, Too-But Investors Don't Seem to Care

Alibaba is investing in AI technology despite stock declines, presenting potential opportunities for investors looking beyond U.S. markets.
Games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Cyberpunk, League Of Legends Games Suggest TCGs Are Having A Moment

PAX East 2026 featured a shift from video games to trading card games, particularly a TCG based on Cyberpunk 2077.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

vivo starts teasing the T5 Pro, confirms its huge battery

The vivo T5 Pro is set to launch soon with a 9,020 mAh battery and a 6.8-inch AMOLED screen.
Digital life
fromFast Company
5 days ago

China's insane video AI model is now available in the U.S. Here's how to use it

Seedance 2.0 is a generative video AI model that creates high-definition videos, available through the Higgsfield platform.
#gaming
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
1 week ago

AI Research Is Getting Harder to Separate From Geopolitics

NeurIPS faced backlash over restrictions on international participants, particularly affecting Chinese researchers, highlighting tensions between geopolitics and scientific collaboration.
#ai-in-gaming
Information security
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

How Tencent is implementing AI in game development - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI competition has shifted from research to real-world gaming applications, with Tencent leading through 21 AI sessions at GDC 2026, demonstrating comprehensive integration across game development, player experience, and anti-cheat systems.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

AI was everywhere at gaming's big developer conference - except the games

AI tools were prevalent at GDC, but many developers oppose using AI in game development, valuing human creativity instead.
Games
from48 hills
3 weeks ago

Is AI gaming ready for primetime? - 48 hills

Google demonstrated live AI-generated NPC dialogue at GDC 2026, with over 60 AI-related talks and events showcasing the gaming industry's focus on artificial intelligence integration.
Information security
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

How Tencent is implementing AI in game development - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI competition has shifted from research to real-world gaming applications, with Tencent leading through 21 AI sessions at GDC 2026, demonstrating comprehensive integration across game development, player experience, and anti-cheat systems.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

AI was everywhere at gaming's big developer conference - except the games

AI tools were prevalent at GDC, but many developers oppose using AI in game development, valuing human creativity instead.
Games
from48 hills
3 weeks ago

Is AI gaming ready for primetime? - 48 hills

Google demonstrated live AI-generated NPC dialogue at GDC 2026, with over 60 AI-related talks and events showcasing the gaming industry's focus on artificial intelligence integration.
Games
fromGame Informer
1 week ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 3

Darth Clark returned to Game Informer, and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was released, marking significant events in the gaming industry.
World politics
fromNature
3 weeks ago

The real story behind China's technology triumph

China's infrastructure and manufacturing policies demonstrate both significant achievements and substantial inefficiencies, while US regulatory constraints similarly hinder public service development.
Venture
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia Expands Gaming Empire With Another Massive Deal

Savvy Games is acquiring Moonton Games for $6 billion, enhancing its position in the gaming industry and expanding its global reach.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Peak Devs Call Out Entitled Gamers Who Want Endless Free Updates

Endless support for games is not guaranteed; updates are considered a bonus, not a right.
European startups
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Tencent sees 'better pricing environment' due to AI boom

Alibaba Cloud and Baidu Cloud announced price increases of 5-34% and 5-30% respectively, citing AI demand surge and rising supply chain costs as primary drivers.
Games
fromGadgets 360
5 days ago

Google Pixel 10 Users Can Now Play Steam Games Offline via GameNative

GameNative v0.9.0 introduces PowerVR GPU support for Pixel 10, enabling reliable Steam game emulation on the device.
Apple
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Apple takes a bite out of app store fees in China

Apple reduced App Store commissions in China from 30% to 25% for apps and 15% to 12% for mini apps following regulatory discussions.
#online-gaming
fromLondon On The Inside
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Cultural Codes in Gaming: How Innovation Is Rewriting the Rules

Online gaming design adapts to local behaviors and cultural expectations, moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

The RAM Apocalypse Is Killing The PC Gaming Handheld Market

PC gaming handheld prices are skyrocketing, with the Legion Go 2 now priced at $2,000, significantly impacting the market's momentum.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why is gaming becoming so expensive? The answer is found in AI

PlayStation 5 prices have risen significantly due to increased demand for computing power driven by AI, alongside global economic disruptions.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
2 weeks ago

Singapore's AI Investment: What Does Marketing Stand to Gain?

Singapore's strategic investment in AI positions it as a leader in the technology sector, transforming economic calculations for businesses.
European startups
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

China's biggest names in tech are piling into the OpenClaw gold rush

China's major tech companies rapidly launched OpenClaw versions and integrations following the AI agent's viral popularity, creating a competitive corporate race.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Nintendo is weathering the storm

Nintendo remains successful in a struggling gaming industry by focusing on its strengths and maintaining a consistent release schedule.
#fortnite
Games
fromGadgets 360
2 weeks ago

Fortnite Returns to Google Play Store for Android Users Worldwide

Fortnite returns to Google Play Store worldwide after years of absence, ending the need for sideloading on Android devices following Epic Games' legal settlement with Google.
Games
fromGadgets 360
2 weeks ago

Fortnite Returns to Google Play Store for Android Users Worldwide

Fortnite returns to Google Play Store worldwide after years of absence, ending the need for sideloading on Android devices following Epic Games' legal settlement with Google.
Marketing tech
fromwww.bloomberg.com
3 weeks ago

Tencent's Sales Rise 13% in Boost for Broader AI Ambitions

Tencent achieved 13% quarterly revenue growth to 194.4 billion yuan, driven by gaming and advertising strength while expanding agentic AI investments.
Artificial intelligence
fromApp Developer Magazine
3 weeks ago

China is accelerating the next phase of AI

China's AI advancement, exemplified by OpenClaw, is creating a multipolar AI landscape where AI agents transition from answering questions to executing tasks, opening new investment opportunities in transaction intermediation and monetization.
European startups
fromNature
3 weeks ago

Top brass in China reaffirm goal to be world leaders in tech, AI

China's 15th five-year plan (2026-2030) commits extraordinary measures to lead globally in AI, quantum technology, and advanced fields through increased R&D spending and technological self-sufficiency.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Cyber pets, blind dates, and stock trading: How Chinese users are jumping on the OpenClaw craze

Chinese users rushed to install OpenClaw on their devices, even forming long lines outside Tencent's headquarters in Shenzhen and Baidu's headquarters in Beijing to get engineers to help install the AI agent. Others paid strangers online to set it up for them.
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

ByteDance is selling its Moonton game unit to Savvy Games for a cool $6 billion

ByteDance has been winding down its gaming arm and shopping Moonton since 2023, just two years after it first acquired the developer.
Video games
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

In the killer world of online gaming, there are no hits any more just survivors

Highguard's rapid failure demonstrates that modern online games face extreme pressure to deliver immediate returns, leaving no room for player learning curves or developer iteration.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Trump Is Debating Whether To Kick Tencent Out Of U.S. Gaming

The Trump administration is weighing whether to force Chinese tech conglomerate Tencent to abandon its investment in U.S. gaming companies, the Financial Times reports. That would include divesting major stakes in Fortnite maker Epic Games and League of Legends maker Riot Games. The threats leaked from the White House come ahead of negotiations with Xi Jinping in China next month.
European startups
Startup companies
fromWIRED
2 months ago

China's Hottest App Is a Daily Test of Whether You're Still Alive

Are You Dead Yet requires a daily tap; missing two days triggers an email to a designated contact and the app went viral in China.
E-Commerce
fromExchangewire
2 months ago

Digest: Temu Revenue Catches up to Amazon; Meta Accused of Ignoring Illegal Gambling Ads; ByteDance Challenges Alibaba With AI-Powered Cloud Push

Temu reached 24% global cross-border e-commerce share matching Amazon, regulators accuse Meta of ignoring illegal gambling ads, and ByteDance pushes an AI-powered cloud to challenge Alibaba.
Marketing
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

How Digital Gaming Trends Are Reshaping Modern Entertainment Businesses

Crypto-enabled digital gaming transforms audience behavior, monetization, and engagement strategies for entertainment businesses by enabling transparency, speed, personalization, and new payment models.
E-Commerce
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

How China became the world's e-commerce king

China's e-commerce market outpaces U.S. share due to centralized platforms like Alibaba, higher online retail penetration, and integrated shopping experiences.
Media industry
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Livestreaming and eSports to drive the sports market in Asia

Asia is the fastest-growing sports market, driven by mobile, OTT, eSports, and live streaming, prompting platforms and brands to prioritize creative digital sports experiences.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How brands can align their interests with the interests of gamers

Brands can increase engagement and reach diverse audiences by integrating ads into interactive gaming experiences and aligning brand goals with player interests.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Why gaming is a such a key communications channel for retail marketers

Gaming is a mainstream, high-value channel retailers must engage, especially Gen Z gamers, via community-driven experiences on platforms like Twitch and Discord.
#open-source-ai
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Tencent Studio Closes In 5 Years Without Releasing A Single Game

TiMi Montreal, a Tencent-backed Montreal studio founded in 2021 to build AAA open-world games, is shutting down without ever shipping a game.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

China's tech giants are opening their doors to OpenClaw. The Chinese internet is lapping it up.

Chinese tech giants integrate OpenClaw into cloud platforms, enabling widespread automation use in China despite raised privacy and security concerns.
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