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Kinetic Publishing 2026 Showcase Roundup
Earlier this week, UK studio Kinetic Games (of Phasmophobia fame) showcased the first batch of titles to be released under their new indie publishing arm, Kinetic Publishing. From a whimsical wizarding life-sim to a metroidvania that takes place on the back of a giant snail (!), here’s a breakdown of what was revealed. Contact Protocol…
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Anthropic could be worth $2 trillion when it goes public
Rapid revenue growth fuels hope Claude maker’s IPO is the biggest listing in history
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Sarajevo Industry Head on How Building a Talent Pipeline Makes Markets and Festivals More Vital Than Ever
Sarajevo Film Festival’s industry head, Maša Marković, says markets and festivals are becoming more important as they identify and support filmmakers throughout their careers. She argues that Southeast Europe has abundant talent but often lacks the institutional support needed to sustain it, while technological change, economic instability and geopolitical uncertainty are increasing pressure on the…
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Can social media start over? Bluesky’s CEO and COO deliver their case at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Bluesky’s CEO Toni Schneider and COO Rose Wang will discuss the company’s vision for a new era of social media at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Their appearance matters because Bluesky is positioning its open-protocol network as an alternative to established platforms, testing whether newer services can retain communities and win market share from larger competitors. Schneider…
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Why This Prediction Market Banned Teens
Novig, a sports-focused prediction market, has barred under-21s and introduced formal responsible-trading rules as it seeks to distinguish itself from rivals such as Kalshi and Polymarket. Its founder, Jacob Fortinsky, says younger traders may be especially vulnerable to risky behaviour and financial harm, while the company wants to present itself as a serious financial product…
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Promising PS5 Sim Rideshare Rocked by Crazy AI Controversy, as CEO Crashes Out in Public
Rideshare, an upcoming PS5 driving simulator, has faced a public backlash after former lead writer Stella Sacco alleged that her writing role was replaced by ChatGPT and that the game uses AI-generated voice acting. The dispute matters because it has intensified concerns over undisclosed generative AI use in games and has damaged the title’s public…
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Thanks to the New Vault Breaker Co-Op Mode, I Can Finally Appreciate Marathon’s Most Intriguing Map
Marathon’s limited-time experimental PvE mode ends on August 18, and it’s worth trying out before it disappears to truly appreciate the intricacies of the Cryo Archive map without being gunned down by enemy players.
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Twitch Is Now Using Channels To Train Generative AI, And The Company Knows It’s Unpopular
The Amazon-owned streaming site Twitch is now using channels to train generative AI systems, and the company’s top product boss knows it’s a controversial piece of news that most people won’t like. By default, Twitch channels are now used to train generative AI models across Amazon, and users need to opt-out. Opting-out isn’t enough, though,…
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Things we bought that are worth every penny
Fox News Deals presents a weekly shopping newsletter focused on products its staff consider durable or useful enough to justify their cost, alongside current promotions. The article is primarily a curated list of recommendations and discounts rather than a reported news story. – A 7-quart Cuisinart Dutch oven is highlighted at 60% off, priced at…
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Live Report: Unlocked Festival 2026
Castellammare del Golfo has to be seen to be believed. The small Sicilian town (whose name translates roughly as ‘Sea Fortress on the Gulf’) is about an hour’s drive from the island’s capital city of Palermo. Narrow winding streets unfold downhill towards a port full of gleaming yachts. There’s a… The post Live Report: Unlocked…