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Learn to properly route Ethernet cables by understanding bend radius and connector limitations, preventing common failures, and boosting network reliability.
Get ready for Pokémon TCG's 30th anniversary with an exclusive Mewtwo promo card illustrated by Nagisimo, available starting October 2, 2026. This special card is obtained by spending $15 at select U.S. retailers, coinciding with the second wave of anniversary products. Plan early, as these limited-time drops are expected to go fast!
Netflix is ending major production deals with acclaimed directors like David Fincher and Shawn Levy, signaling a shift away from high-budget prestige films. This pivot aims to prioritize more cost-effective episodic content, reality shows, and live events to better retain subscribers amidst fierce streaming competition.
Quick Verdict: A Significant, Yet Incomplete, Victory Lyft has reached a landmark $272.5 million settlement in California, addressing allegations that it improperly classified its drivers as independent contractors
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Bungie co-founder Jason Jones and Destiny 2 narrative director Margaret Stohl have launched Stone Kite, a new transmedia studio aiming to revolutionize storytelling by having creators from various disciplines shape worlds together from day one. Their first IP, *One Zero One*, a sci-fi saga about humanity vs. AI, will debut as a free online comic series in early 2027.
Lyft has agreed to pay $272.5 million to settle a California lawsuit over the misclassification of its drivers as independent contractors instead of employees. The settlement covers the period from April 2016 to December 2020, predating the passage of Proposition 22 which solidified drivers' contractor status. This resolves a significant legal chapter for Lyft, though similar cases against other gig companies persist.
As *Gears of War: E-Day* prepares for its October 6th launch, developers at The Coalition are facing significant uncertainty. Recent layoffs and widespread cuts across Xbox studios have led to fears for their jobs and potential Metacritic bonuses post-release, creating a somber mood for what should be a triumphant launch.
Zhipu AI's GLM-5.3 model offers advanced, end-to-end cyber exploitation capabilities, comparable to highly controlled frontier models like Claude Mythos Preview. However, its open-weight nature and easily bypassed safeguards (via abliteration, deceptive prompts, or prefilled thinking tokens) make these potent tools widely accessible to malicious actors. This development significantly alters the cyber threat landscape, demanding that defenders leverage equally advanced AI tools and prioritize proactive security measures.
Valor Mortis, a first-person action soulslike from the Ghostrunner developer, boasts an impressive voice cast including Behemoth's black metal vocalist, Adam "Nergal" Darski. Set in a supernatural 19th-century Eastern Europe, it launches on October 13 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, priced at $40 due to a busy release season.
Bill Gates labels it 'completely irresponsible' for AI to lack safeguards, stressing the immediate danger of bad actors exploiting AI for bioterrorism or fraud. He advocates for mandatory monitoring and legislative involvement to ensure safety.
A-list actor Mark Wahlberg is set to speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco, shifting focus from his Hollywood career to his burgeoning role as a tech investor and entrepreneur. Alongside Bruce K. Lee, he'll share insights into his institutional investing strategies, particularly in healthcare and wellness startups, and discuss lessons learned from his business ventures.
_Star Wars: Galactic Racer_ arrives October 6, promising a thrilling arcade racing experience with roguelike elements. Developed by ex-_Burnout_ devs, it represents a welcome shift towards genre diversity in Star Wars gaming, following the tactical strategy title _Zero Company_. Fans can expect high-speed thrills and strategic depth on iconic planets.
Micron's recent decision to discontinue its 2GB (16Gb) GDDR7 memory chips for gaming GPUs marks a significant pivot, underscoring a broader industry trend where semiconductor giants are increasingly prioritizing the
Scientists have achieved a historic first, unequivocally detecting radio emissions from an exoplanet, Beta Pictoris b, 63 light-years away. This groundbreaking discovery, made by researchers using the MeerKAT radio telescope, is attributed to natural magnetic activity, not alien life. It paves the way for deeper insights into the magnetospheres and formation of distant worlds.
Destin Daniel Cretton, the director behind the record-breaking hit *Spider-Man: Brand New Day*, has signed a major three-year overall deal with Sony Pictures. This move solidifies his role in future studio projects, with Sony eager for him to return for the next Spider-Man film. Cretton also has a live-action *Naruto* movie and a *Hawaii Five-0* film in the pipeline.
Seattle health-tech startup DexCare has acquired Mila Health, a local company specializing in AI agents for automated patient scheduling. The deal, announced September 21, 2026, integrates Mila's rapidly deployable AI communication tools into DexCare's patient-access platform, which serves 57 million patients nationwide. This move aims to enhance care coordination and address staffing challenges within the healthcare sector.
PM Studios, the physical publisher behind the massive success of *Black Myth: Wukong*, is mourning Sony's decision to end PlayStation disc production. CEO Michael Yum calls it "sad and devastating," but the company is adapting by focusing on premium collector's editions, embracing digital publishing, and investing in AA games, particularly from fast-rising Chinese developers. They remain committed to physical media, launching a community platform for collectors.
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Factor's never-frozen, ready-to-heat meals are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the prepared food delivery space. With a growing variety of dishes and surprisingly good add-ons, this HelloFresh-owned service
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi teases that completionists could spend "easily over a hundred hours" in the game. This final chapter of the Remake trilogy promises extensive content, including Highwind airship travel, more mini-games, and exploration, with a massive 200GB download expected. The game launches April 8, 2027, on PC, Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Learn to successfully 3D print Thingiverse's top models, including Benchy, an articulated octopus, and functional items, with detailed steps and tips for optimal results.
Quick Verdict RatHat is a deeply concerning new AI-powered malware targeting Android devices, representing a significant escalation in mobile cyber threats. While its infection vectors rely on common social engineering
Meta's CTO, Andrew Bosworth, dismisses privacy concerns over smart glasses as a "bad actors" problem, just as the company prepares to launch a camera-free version, "Luna." This strategic product shift, coupled with mounting regulatory scrutiny in Europe and easily defeated privacy safeguards on existing models, casts doubt on Bosworth's defense.
An indie dev's wife was accused of sounding like an AI voice in their new game, Luminary. Creative director Keith Kolod revealed it was actually his wife, Mikell, in her first voice acting role, sparking a viral discussion. This heartwarming story highlights the passion behind indie games and the human element in creation.
CNET's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints & Answers (Sept. 18) Review: A Clear Victory Quick Verdict: CNET's daily guide for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle offers a clear, well-structured, and invaluable
Bruce Straley, director of The Last of Us, finds modern AAA games "boring" due to a lack of risk-taking, despite their technical brilliance, citing God of War Laufey as an example. This comes with irony, as his own games influenced the genre. Straley now makes smaller games after experiencing burnout.
