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Surround sound speaker channel numbers explained: Bigger isn’t always better
Engadget explains how to read the numerical shorthand used to describe surround sound speaker systems, such as 5.1 or 7.1.2, ahead of buyers investing in home theatre setups. Understanding this notation matters because it helps shoppers match a system’s actual capabilities to their room size, budget and viewing habits, rather than assuming a higher channel…
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If you pay a hacker’s ransom, chances are that they’ll come back for more
A new report from cybersecurity firm Proofpoint reinforces long-standing warnings that paying a ransomware demand rarely ends a company’s troubles, as attackers frequently return for further payments. This matters because it undermines the logic some organisations use to justify paying ransoms in the hope of quickly resolving an incident, showing instead that compliance can invite…
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‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 3’s Latest Update Points to a Major Marvel Reveal
Filming has reportedly wrapped on Season 3 of Marvel’s “Daredevil: Born Again”, keeping the Disney+ series on track for its planned March 2027 release. The show, which stars Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock and Vincent D’Onofrio as Wilson Fisk, has been credited with reviving the tone of Marvel’s earlier Netflix-era dramas, and Season 2 left…
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Stalker 2 Turned a Profit Before It Came Out Thanks to Money Microsoft Paid for Xbox Exclusivity
GSC Game World founder Sergiy Grygorovych has revealed that Stalker 2 was profitable before launch, thanks to the sum Microsoft paid for Xbox exclusivity, after being impressed by the huge viewership of the game’s debut trailer. Microsoft secured timed console exclusivity and a day-one Xbox Game Pass launch, and also helped produce and market the…
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How to sign up for The Duskbloods network test
FromSoftware has opened sign-ups for a network test of The Duskbloods, its upcoming multiplayer game, giving Nintendo Switch 2 owners a chance to try a pre-release version before launch. The test allows matches of up to eight players and is significant for fans wanting an early look at the game, though applying does not guarantee…
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Oasis Overtakes The Beatles to Score U.K.’s Bestselling Studio Album of All Time
Oasis’s 1995 album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? has been named the UK’s bestselling studio album of all time, overtaking The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. The new ranking was published by the Official Charts Company as part of its 70th-anniversary celebrations, and reflects an updated methodology combining traditional sales with a decade…
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Nearly half of organisations falling victim to ransomware encryption pay up, says report—although half of those often negotiate the payment down first
A new report finds that nearly half of organisations hit by ransomware attacks that successfully encrypt their data end up paying the ransom, highlighting how difficult many businesses still find it to recover without giving in to attackers’ demands. This matters because it shows ransomware remains a highly effective extortion tactic despite years of advice…
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Philips’ new smart toothbrush shows you where you didn’t properly brush
Philips has unveiled the Sonicare Next-Generation DiamondClean 9900 Prestige, a smart electric toothbrush that uses artificial intelligence to give users real-time feedback on their brushing technique and flag areas of the mouth that need more attention. The device aims to remove guesswork from oral hygiene by combining sensor tracking with a touchscreen interface, part of…
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Why are OpenAI and Anthropic cheering on regulation in Australia? The answer has global reach
Anthropic and OpenAI publicly welcomed Australia’s move to introduce new AI regulations, a stance that might seem odd for firms that have thrived on a largely unregulated environment. The reasoning is commercial rather than altruistic: both companies are still privately owned but preparing for eventual stock market listings, and clear, predictable rules can make them…
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Fox Entertainment Exec Says AI Should ‘Support Human Creativity’ as Studio Joins ARIAM Content Coalition
Fox Entertainment has joined the Alliance for Responsible Innovation in the Arts & Media (ARIAM), a coalition advocating for guardrails on artificial intelligence in creative industries, becoming the latest studio to publicly commit to using AI responsibly. The move reflects a wider push among entertainment and media companies to balance embracing AI’s commercial potential with…