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• Latest news Linus Torvalds: Linux is not an 'anti-AI' project

  Linus Torvalds said Linux will not bar AI and called AI a useful tool despite its downsides. He acknowledged AI can create extra work for maintainers through duplicate or noisy bug reports. Torvalds advised detractors to fork distributions or leave if they disagree with AI use.

• Latest news Windows NT team sent coffins and fake dog poop to rivals in the 1990s

  In a 2023 interview, Windows NT architect Dave Cutler said the NT team sent black cardboard coffins and fake dog feces to rival executives around the product's launch in the 1990s. Packages, hand-delivered to Sun's Scott McNealy and IBM's Lee Reiswig, included a musical "Death March" card and referenced a Sun ad featuring a dog. A third package intended for another executive was prepared but never sent.

• Latest news EA: in-game ads a 'huge opportunity' if they fit the game

  EA says in-game advertising offers a "huge opportunity" but must be done properly and make sense for each title. The publisher is being cautious about which brands it allows in its games. EA is prioritizing appropriate integration over broad or ill-fitting placements.

• Latest news PC Gamer issue features Duke Nukem 30th-anniversary special

  PC Gamer's latest issue centers on a Duke Nukem special marking the 30th anniversary of Duke Nukem 3D and the 15th of Duke Nukem Forever. The magazine includes interviews with key developers and previously unseen development images. It also offers a retro-FPS feature, a world-exclusive preview of Soulframe, and multiple hands-on previews and reviews.

• Latest news Cheap $5 AliExpress USB hub teardown finds USB2 wiring and risky power backfeed

  A teardown of a $5 seven-port USB hub bought on AliExpress revealed misleading USB 3.0 labeling, poor internal construction, and a problematic power wiring design. Only one port is wired for USB 3.0; the rest are four-pin USB 2.0. The external power jack is tied into VBUS without a switch or proper monitoring, so an attached power supply can backfeed the PC and risk damage.

• Latest news Florida man arrested over alleged malware-laced Steam games that stole crypto

  Federal agents arrested 21-year-old Zyaire Dontaevious Zamarion Wilkins on July 14, charging him with conspiracy to obtain information by computer for private financial gain. Authorities allege Wilkins and others distributed malware-laced games — believed to be on Steam — that infected roughly 8,000 devices between May 2024 and February 2026. Investigators say the group drained at least $220,000 from victims' crypto wallets, traced activity to the handle "Sibel.eth," and seized devices during a search.

• Latest news Fortnite Hot Bat Summer: DC swimsuit skins, grapnel gun, and Bat Cave

  Hot Bat Summer launches July 16 and runs for five weeks, spotlighting a DC Comics crossover. It introduces swimsuit skins for Catwoman, Batman, Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy, plus free cosmetics and quests. Gameplay additions include the grapnel gun's return, a Batman Sprite, a Batman Beach Buggy, a temporary Bat Cave location, and Shiny Hours with increased spawns on July 18.

• Latest news Ubisoft developing New Game Plus for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced

  Ubisoft is working on a New Game Plus mode for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, game director Richard Knight confirmed. The feature is in early development. The decision follows the remaster's strong performance.

• Latest news How to unlock the Skeleton Crew outfit in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced

  The Skeleton Crew outfit is the Deceased Crew Attire, a Ship Vanity sold by a vendor on a small island near Salt Key Bank. It must be purchased with Animal Bones, so collecting enough bones is the main requirement. Buy it from the vendor to change your crew to the skeleton-themed appearance.

• Latest news All outfits in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced — how to unlock them

  Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced expands Edward Kenway's wardrobe with numerous outfits. Most are unlocked through story missions, treasure hunts, side quests, in‑game shops, and progression tracks. The source provides a complete breakdown of every current unlockable outfit.

• Latest news Warframe’s Iceblade of Narin: 66th Warframe, Prime Access, and a rework

  Iceblade of Narin is Warframe’s next major update and the final stop before the journey beyond the Origin System. The patch adds the game’s 66th Warframe, two new deluxe collections, the upcoming Prime Access, and a rework of a much-requested frame. Dot Esports’ write-up also covers the update’s release date and Prime Access details.

• Latest news Nightstar Sand in Palworld — uses and scarcity

  Nightstar sand is a mid‑to‑late‑game crafting material in Palworld used for items like metal detectors, beam swords, and other accessories. You generally need only small amounts to craft required gear. The resource is relatively rare and can be frustrating to locate. Plan for limited availability when progressing to mid/late game crafting.

• Latest news 2030 DRAM shortfall forecast: 28.7 exabytes, about a 25% deficit

  Citrini research projects a 28.7 exabyte DRAM shortfall in 2030 out of 157.5 EB total demand, leaving general DRAM supply about 25% below demand. The report says supply would be roughly 91 EB/year vs 120 EB/year demand for general DRAM, and notes current global DRAM capacity is around 40 EB. Analysts warn Chinese production ramp-ups won't fully close the gap and unmodeled physical-AI demand could widen the deficit.

• Latest news Tony Gilroy and Pedro Pascal reunite for music mystery 'Behemoth!' in December

  Tony Gilroy, creator of Andor, is directing Behemoth!, a music-themed drama starring Pedro Pascal. Searchlight Pictures has scheduled the film for a December release. The project is described as a mystery and not a sci-fantasy piece.

• Latest news Dragon's Dogma 2 adds infinite fast travel stone; director says it's optional

  Capcom added the Eternal Ferrystone in a June patch, letting players teleport to assigned Portcrystals without using limited items. Director Kenta Kinoshita told Eurogamer the feature is an optional "third option," not a replacement for walking or using transport. Observers note that adding convenient fast travel can change how players approach the game's original travel design.

• Latest news Widow's Bay nets 19 Emmy nominations, including Matthew Rhys and Stephen Root

  Apple TV’s Widow’s Bay received 19 Emmy nominations, including a nod for Outstanding Comedy Series. Matthew Rhys is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor. Three supporting actors also earned nominations, including Stephen Root for his role as Wyck Crawford.

• Latest news BOE opens $9.3B 8.6‑gen OLED plant in Chengdu, aims for 10M panels this year

  BOE has started mass production at a new 8.6‑generation OLED facility in Chengdu. The plant cost about ¥63 billion (~$9.3 billion) and is reported to target 10 million panels in its first year. Major PC and phone brands attended the opening and are expected to use the panels. Initial output will focus on small-to-medium panels with LTPO stacked tandem designs supporting up to 240 Hz VRR.

• Latest news Ancient Bone in Palworld — No.3 Wildlife Sanctuary (Dessicated Desert)

  Ancient Bone appears only in the No.3 Wildlife Sanctuary northeast of the Dessicated Desert. Fast travel to Deep Sand Dunes, then cross to the sanctuary using a flying or aquatic pal; bring heat resistance for day and cold resistance for night. Inside the dome avoid patrol craft red spotlights and hostile pals while you mine. Mine the ribcage skeleton with any mining tool — you have a limited window before patrols intervene.

• Latest news Excalibur Warframe arrives in Fortnite — claim it through Epic Games Store purchase

  Excalibur, the first Warframe, is available in Fortnite as part of the Warframe x Fortnite crossover. Players receive the Excalibur outfit in Fortnite by buying an eligible Warframe item or bundle on the Epic Games Store. The outfit is added automatically to your Fortnite inventory if your Epic Games and Warframe accounts are linked. No separate Fortnite purchase is required.

• Latest news Black Ops 7 Season 5 launches July 23 with new maps, 4 weapons and final Zombies

  Black Ops 7 Season 5 goes live on July 23 and introduces new Multiplayer maps, four weapons, limited-time modes, Endgame updates and seasonal events. It also includes the final full-scale chapter of the Zombies storyline. The roadmap indicates this is expected to be the last major seasonal update.

• Latest news EPOMAKER HE108 review: Solid $95 Hall‑Effect keyboard, but magnetic issues persist

  The EPOMAKER HE108 is a capable, feature-rich keyboard priced at $95.99. It uses Hall Effect (magnetic) switches and delivers the modern features most gamers expect. The reviewer says it addresses many common magnetic-switch problems but still falls short of a full recommendation.

• Latest news Where to find and catch Chillet in Palworld 1.0

  Chillet is a Level 11 Alpha Pal that appears early near the Fort Ruins fast-travel point. It works as a fast mount on both land and water and offers solid combat plus Dragon damage conversion. Players can challenge it as an early boss and capture it using a Fire-type Pal and Mega Spheres, unlocking a strong early-to-mid game mount.

• Latest news Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: Fleet Missions explained

  Black Flag Resynced overhauls the fleet system with both visual and mechanical changes. Players can command different ship types and send them on missions across the Caribbean. The update affects how you start, deploy, and manage Fleet Missions in the game.

• Latest news Black Flag Resynced unplayable on PC during Ubisoft Connect outage

  Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced went offline on PC after an outage of Ubisoft Connect. Although the release includes an offline mode, the game became unplayable while the DRM and social layer was down. The incident highlights persistent issues with Ubisoft's PC ports despite a major launch.

• Latest news Larys Strong and Aegon II's escape falters in House of the Dragon Season 3

  At the end of Season 2, Master of Whisperers Larys Strong fled King’s Landing with the gravely injured King Aegon II and much of the kingdom’s gold. He aimed to wait out the Targaryen civil war in Essos and return once Rhaenyra and Aemond weakened each other. In Season 3, that plan is unraveling and their situation is deteriorating.

• Latest news Denzel Washington's Equalizer trilogy lands on HBO Max

  Denzel Washington’s three Equalizer films are now available to stream on HBO Max. The collection includes The Equalizer (2014), The Equalizer 2 (2018) and The Equalizer 3 (2023). The move brings the action series to HBO Max subscribers for on-demand viewing.

• Latest news Christopher Nolan's first film is available to rediscover for free

  Christopher Nolan's first film is being offered free, giving viewers a chance to revisit his earliest work. Nolan's rise was rapid: Memento (2000) was his second film and his breakout. He then directed Insomnia (2002) with Al Pacino and Robin Williams, followed by Batman Begins (2005), which made him a household name.

• Latest news Nolan: Backrooms' success shows young audiences reject AI and favor practical effects

  In a Telegraph interview, Christopher Nolan linked the indie hit Backrooms and similar films to renewed youth interest in tactile, mysterious storytelling. He said younger viewers quickly spot and dismiss what he called "AI slop," and praised directors Curry Barker and Nate Parsons for prioritizing practical effects. Nolan made the comments as he prepares his own adaptation of the Odyssey.

• Latest news Spider-Man is strongest when Peter Parker faces constant setbacks

  Polygon argues Spider-Man stories work best when Peter Parker keeps encountering personal and moral setbacks. The piece notes audiences expect character growth, but long-running heroes are hard to change without losing what made them memorable. Keeping Parker in conflict preserves the tension and relatability central to Spider-Man.

• Latest news Anime creators at Anime Expo say AI cannot replace hand-drawn art

  At Anime Expo in Los Angeles, a recurring theme was preserving the human hand in animation. Directors and artists emphasized the ongoing importance of traditional, hand-drawn techniques. They argued that AI lacks the human touch and nuanced creativity of manual animation.