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Phantom Blade Zero launched to critical acclaim, earning an 88 Metascore and becoming 2026's highest-rated action game so far. Critics laud its exceptional Wuxia combat and stunning aesthetic, despite noted narrative weaknesses. It's a strong Game Awards contender.
Verdict: A Costly Communication Barrier Meta's latest foray into subscription services, specifically the integration of link-sharing limits into its Meta One plans for government and nonprofit Facebook pages, is a
Meta has unveiled a new class of nonvoting stock, designed to help CEO Mark Zuckerberg cover a potential $11 billion liability from California's proposed "billionaire tax" (Prop 40) without ceding control. This move, which allows him to sell up to 10% of his economic stake, also serves Meta's capital-raising needs for AI and acquisitions. Reports indicate Zuckerberg pressed Meta's board for a solution to avoid selling his Palo Alto property, leading to the creation of Class C shares. This financial maneuver is sparking debate on wealth taxation's impact on tech leaders.
Meta's Q3 2026 earnings reveal a $9.89 billion payment towards a child safety settlement, impacting its operating income by over $22 billion. Despite this, the company reported robust revenue growth of 26 percent year-over-year. Meta faces further legal challenges, including a $25 billion penalty from a New Mexico court related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
Verdict: A Minor Concession, Major Concerns Remain Meta recently made headlines again, this time for quietly adjusting its commercial terms of service. After a wave of alarm from publishers and businesses regarding
When you think of a new Star Wars game, especially one hitting a stellar Metacritic score of 88, you probably picture a massive studio with hundreds, if not thousands, of developers burning the midnight oil. But for
Gaming icon Hideo Kojima has praised the divisive 2026 film *Digger*, drawing intriguing parallels to his own prophetic game, *Metal Gear Solid 2*. Both works, he explains, uniquely explore the dangers of misinformation and a fragmented digital reality, anxieties he shares with *Digger*'s director, Alejandro González Iñárritu.
When we build websites, we want them to be discoverable and accurately understood by search engines. This isn't just about keywords and meta descriptions anymore; it's about providing explicit, machine-readable context.
Litigation firm Quinn Emanuel warns of potential lawsuits stemming from the AI data center debt boom, citing rapid AI chip depreciation and interconnected financing risks. A client alert names Google, Meta, CoreWeave, and Oracle deals as flashpoints, highlighting concerns over off-balance-sheet debt.
Sony has agreed to transfer over 400 global VR patents, including for AR and MR, to Meta following a December 2025 agreement. This move signals a potential wind-down of Sony's VR hardware efforts, while strengthening Meta's position despite their Reality Labs division facing massive losses and recent restructuring. The transfer will reshape the future of immersive tech.
Quick Verdict Instagram's internally explored 'read-only mode' for potential 'Plus subscribers' is a deeply problematic concept. While it promises a passive browsing experience free from the pressure of engagement, its
Dive into five anime story arcs that stand as pinnacles of storytelling, offering unparalleled character development, escalating stakes, and profound thematic depth. From Fullmetal Alchemist's grand finale to Mob Psycho's emotional climax, these arcs are 10/10, no notes.
Neko Health, the body scan startup backed by Spotify co-founder Daniel Ek, has expanded to the U.S., opening in New York. The company, which has raised nearly $1 billion and boasts a 300,000-person waitlist, offers a $500 scan to screen for blood, skin, and metabolic issues. Investor Farooq Abbasi champions its potential to transform preventative care in the U.S. healthcare system.
Apple is enhancing macOS Full Disk Access controls following concerns about AI agents accessing sensitive user data. This move comes after reports involving Meta's Muse app and a ChatGPT security flaw, aiming to ensure users explicitly understand the risks before granting broad system access.
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.
Verdict: A Breach of Trust Meta's Muse AI agent arrives with the ambitious promise of a safe, secure, and private personal assistant. However, recent findings cast a long, dark shadow over these claims. Our detailed
Threads has emerged as the 'spiritual successor' to Black Twitter, attracting users seeking a more functional and less toxic online environment than X (formerly Twitter). The platform's strong community features and integration with Meta's ecosystem have made it a vital hub for Black discourse and cultural commentary, demonstrating its influence on critical social and political issues.
Sharing an Excel file might seem straightforward, but your workbook could be holding onto more information than you realize. Beyond the visible cells, Excel files often contain hidden worksheets, personal metadata,
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.
Meta has launched its new "Meta Enterprise Platform" to sell its AI tools, including the Muse agent, to businesses, hiring MongoDB CEO Chirantan "CJ" Desai to lead the initiative. Desai's appointment as Chief Enterprise Platform Officer, reporting directly to Mark Zuckerberg, signals a major strategic push into the enterprise AI market. The news caused MongoDB's shares to drop by up to 27%, highlighting the significance of Desai's departure and Meta's ambitious new venture.
Meta Platforms has launched the "Meta Enterprise Platform," a new initiative to bring its AI technologies to businesses, leveraging its full tech stack including Muse. The company has hired MongoDB CEO Chirantan "CJ" Desai to lead this strategic push. Desai's appointment and Meta's enterprise pivot aim to monetize significant AI investments, while MongoDB's shares dropped over 17% following Desai's sudden departure.
Meta's Muse AI platform now readily exposes its filesystem to users, confirming this as "intended behavior." This rapid shift transforms Muse into a "Secure VM" or "your own computer in the cloud," offering unprecedented access for installing software, writing code, and surfing the web, fundamentally differentiating it from other AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini.
Meta unveiled the Muse Charm, a Tamagotchi-like wearable for its Muse AI agent, at the Connect event. The palm-sized device, featuring a digital avatar named Jolly, offers users a direct and quick way to interact with the AI via voice and a fingerprint sensor, shipping by December 2026. It represents Meta's strategy to expand AI distribution and experiment with dedicated AI hardware.
Meta is offering significant discounts this September on Meta Quest VR headsets, Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, and popular games. Deals include $50 off Quest 3S, $30 Quest Cash with new headsets, and up to 20% off refurbished smart glasses. Students, teachers, and referrers can also access exclusive savings.
Meta's highly-anticipated Muse AI assistant, touted for its privacy and security, has been found to have a critical 0-day vulnerability allowing full account takeover, raising serious doubts about its design and safety.
