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Amazon has launched Leo Ultra to provide enterprise customers with a high-performance alternative to existing satellite internet options. This new 20-by-30-inch terminal delivers impressive speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second while offering direct connections to Amazon Web Services for enhanced security.

Valve has long prided itself on making more money per employee than some of the industry juggernauts, such as Google and Apple. Recent estimates claim that the Steam platform alone has generated more than $16 billion this year, putting the revenue-per-employee figure at over $50 million.

An intern won a GeForce RTX 5060 at an Nvidia roadshow in Suzhou – but his employer reportedly demanded he give up the prize and put him under heavy pressure. In the end, the intern resigned and kept the graphics card.

Images of Gen Z individuals staging climate protests are widespread, but the reality is quite different. A major study in Germany finds Generation Z to be unexpectedly pragmatic. Instead of idealistic worldviews, factors such as comfort, cost and convenience are paramount. The authors warn that moral arguments will not convince a generation that prioritizes pragmatism over idealism.

The Sharp E-series XP-E501U projector has been unveiled in the US. This model, designed for use in educational settings like a classroom, features a laser light source. It is described as “cost effective”, with features like an integrated speaker, dual HDMI ports and a 1.2x zoom function.

States like New York, Virginia, Michigan, North Carolina, or Florida, are the new regions where Starlink brings its more affordable plan. Existing users there can now switch to a satellite Internet service that is slower, but a third cheaper.

The new ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 AMD left a good overall impression in our review. The situation is a bit mixed for the display, because the 1080p screen does not consume a lot of power, but it is only a 60 Hz screen and there is no option for a 120 Hz panel.

BenQ has launched a new ultra short throw projector: the LU895UST. This WUXGA model is designed for use in immersive entertainment venues, with a particularly short throw ratio and up to 5,000 ANSI lumens brightness. Other features include a range of picture modes, wide color gamut coverage and a range of ports.

The Synology BC800Z smart security camera has arrived in Europe. Designed for business use, this 4K model offers color night vision, and it supports HDR. Plus, there is a range of AI tools including license plate recognition, occupancy monitoring, smoke detection and intruder alerts.

TSMC is reportedly collecting evidence against a former Senior Vice President to see if company secrets related to the TSMC A14 and A16 2 nm process nodes were stolen. The employess under alleged investigation is Wei-Jen Lo and he is currently working for Intel.

Jeff Bezos will become co-CEO of Project Prometheus, a new AI startup with $6.2 billion in funding. Its focus is on AI for engineering and aerospace (Blue Origin). Vik Bajaj (formerly of Google X) will also serve as co-CEO.

xAI has launched Grok 4.1, delivering improved creative writing skills and emotional intelligence during chats. The AI also ranked number one on two common AI benchmarks, including the LMArena Text Leaderboard, confirming its ability to deliver answers people prefer.

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is a staple in the business world. It is a device with many strengths. Unfortunately, its screen is not really among them. The latest ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 certainly has a workable display, but there are still key areas that can be improved.

Toyota has begun production of the new Aygo X Hybrid in Kolin (TMMCZ). The small car is the only full hybrid in the A segment. Following investments of 680€ million, production of a completely new BEV will also start at the Toyota plant in Czechia in 2026.

Qnap's new QSW-M7230-2X4F24T top-of-rack switch is designed to connect network racks to the outside world and neighboring racks. A maximum of two 100GbE QSFP slots are available, but the remaining ports are also powerful despite the compact housing, as the switch can also handle 10GbE including PoE++.

Google must pay €465 million in damages to Idealo, according to a ruling of the Berlin Regional Court. Testberichte.de (Producto GmbH) will also receive €107 million. The ruling is more or less a consequence of the 2017 EU ruling. Google has announced its intention to appeal.

A TV Tokyo feature sheds new light on why Sony is releasing a region-locked PS5. The decision counters the more affordable Japanese Switch 2, which restricts digital game purchases. SIE CEO Hideaki Nishino wants to boost PS5 sales in the country and slow the momentum of Nintendo’s console.

The BenQ BR9708 4K laser projector has arrived in Europe. The model is designed for escape rooms and other immersive experiences, with strong color performance for its price point promised. The laser light source is said to generate up to 2,600 ANSI lumens brightness, and the lens is interchangeable.

Microsoft has removed NDAs, streamlined ID@Xbox, its Insider Program, and updated its revenue model for indie developers in one fell swoop expected to lower the complexity and cost of doing business for publishers large and small on its platform.

Ubisoft abruptly postponed its first-half 2025–2026 earnings call just 15 minutes before it was due to begin, while requesting that Euronext halt trading in its shares and bonds until the results are published, saying the extra time was needed to finalize the semester close. The unexpected suspension, combined with a CFO memo framing the pause as a measure to limit speculation and the publisher’s recent project cancellations and leadership upheavals, has intensified investor concern and prompted analysts to speculate about accounting issues or possible acquisition interest.

A new report claims that Apple is already looking to appoint a new CEO as early as next year. Tim Cook, who has now held the position for 14 years, is preparing to leave, and the company is ramping up its succession plans.

The ThinkPad T14 series is among the most well known and liked business laptop series. It is not a premium series, but it delivers a well-rounded combination of quality and features. With the lastest Intel Lunar Lake CPU, it is more efficient than ever, setting a new battery life record for the T14 series.

Samsung has hiked contract DRAM prices by up to 60%, with DDR5 among the hardest hit. Driven by the AI boom and soaring data center demand, the surge could soon spill into retail, leaving PC gamers and builders facing noticeably higher RAM costs.

Japanese automaker Nissan aims to bring future vehicles, such as new electric cars, to customers and onto the road much more quickly. Nissan plans to achieve this through the use of specialized AI developed by AI specialist Monolith, which is intended to replace physical testing and ideally halve development time.

Yesterday, Crystal Dynamics announced further layoffs on LinkedIn. And this is worrying for the upcoming Tomb Raider game, especially due to the lack of information about it.

Krafton, the publisher behind PUBG: Battlegrounds and the Subnautica franchise, has officially started its aforementioned transition to its future as an AI-first company. The first major move towards this future is a company-wide voluntary resignation program.

After offering satellite Internet for $60 a month to select customers, Starlink has now cut the price of its Residential plan to the lowest ever monthly fee. The new basic tier, however, comes with caveats.

Embark Studios’ ambitious PvPvE shooter ARC Raiders has officially struck gold. Just weeks after launch, the game has surpassed 4 million copies sold and hit a peak of 700,000 concurrent players across all platforms, a performance Nexon calls its most successful global launch to date.

Former robot vacuum leader iRobot reported even greater losses than expected in the 3rd quarter of 2025, as revenue dropped by nearly a quarter compared to last year. The company is warning of a possible bankruptcy, which could result in notable limitations for Roomba owners.

Tesla is trying out something new in the US. In California, drivers can now rent a Tesla. Starting at $60 per day, you can get a Model 3 or Model Y, including unlimited mileage, Full Self-Driving (FSD) (Supervised) driver assistance and free charging at all Tesla Superchargers.

Internal documents from tech giant Meta reportedly reveal the alarming extent of fraud and illegal content on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. According to a Reuters investigation, the company planned to generate approximately ten percent of its total annual revenue (estimated at $16 billion) in 2024 from advertising scams, illegal online casinos and prohibited products.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the key factor behind the current boom of German data centers. According to a recent market analysis by digital association Bitkom, installed capacity will increase by a full 70% by 2030. The capacity exclusively used for AI applications is expected to quadruple from 530 megawatts to over 2,000 megawatts.

Tesla is experimenting with various APR financing and lease deals, as well as low daily rental prices, to keep the sales momentum going in the US. When it comes to Tesla performance abroad, however, sales seem to be slumping everywhere.

Samsung is reportedly planning to launch a U.S. credit card in partnership with Barclays, taking direct aim at Apple Card and Apple Wallet. The card will likely run on Visa’s network and link cashback rewards to Samsung Wallet, which the company hopes to grow into a full financial hub. Alongside the card, Samsung is said to be developing digital accounts, savings products, and Buy Now Pay Later options to strengthen its ecosystem in the United States.

A regular Indian train is set to be equipped with Nevomo’s magnetic levitation boosters for the very first time. As officially announced, this technology could enable freight cars to move independently with quick acceleration.

NetEase has closed Toronto-based Bad Brain Games, founded in 2023 by former Ubisoft developers, after the studio failed to secure external funding for its retro-themed action-adventure project, The Midnight Riders. Operations will cease on November 17, 2025, and the roughly two dozen staff now face a challenging job market amid broader industry layoffs.

Samsung has officially announced its first LPDDR6 memory modules. They offer a max throughput of 10.7 Gbps and are 21% power power-efficient compared to their LPDDR5X counterparts.

Obsidian Entertainment has found a fitting way to motivate its team, perfectly in tune with the studio’s creative spirit. New employees choose a class when they join – warrior, wizard, or rogue – and earn themed rewards over time. Depending on their class, these can include swords, wands, or other fantasy-inspired items.

TSMC is reportedly hiking chip prices by up to 10 percent, and Apple’s A- and M-series processors are caught in the mix. With 2 nm manufacturing costs soaring, your next iPhone or Mac might quietly get pricier.

The Japanese publisher continues to seek greater profitability through efficiency in an industry already reeling from multiple layoffs, amid the threat and promise of generative AI.

Sega Sammy's 2025 Integrated Report shows the Persona 5 series has topped 13 million copies worldwide, led by Persona 5 Royal's rise to 7.25 million, and the broader Persona franchise has surpassed 23.5 million units following Persona 3 Reload's 2.07 million shipments.

Wider platform support has yielded higher operating profits driven by several Square Enix games. A financial statement also shares a roadmap for future releases, which includes Final Fantasy games. However, it doesn’t clarify whether Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 will launch on the PS5 first.

Apple and Google are apparently nearing the finalization of a deal that would see Apple pay $1 billion annually for the use of a massive AI model built by Google. This AI model would provide the brains for a new, smarter Siri in future iOS, iPadOS, and macOS versions.

The prices of DDR4 and DDR5 memory have recorded a sharp increase, and many kits are now retailing at 2x or more above their record-low prices. Sadly, this trend is allegedly going to get worse, as RAM packaging companies are reportedly raising their prices by a double-digit margin in the coming months.

Family members are noticing different PS5 sale prices on popular games. The PlayStation Store may be introducing more regular dynamic pricing, which is drawing scorn from gamers. Buyers want more transparency to explain the unpredictable discounts.