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Google Cloud and Palo Alto Networks have expanded their relationship with a multiyear AI security partnership valued at nearly $10 billion, according to reporting that describes it as Google Cloud’s largest security services agreement. The deal targets AI-driven cybersecurity for enterprises that run generative AI workloads across cloud infrastructure, where model and data risks keep rising. A multiyear deal focused on AI-driven security Reports

iRobot, the company behind the Roomba robot vacuum, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States. Executives and analysts describe the move as a strategic reset, not a shutdown. The filing starts a court-supervised restructuring process in Delaware. iRobot says customers should see no disruption to product availability, customer support, or cloud-based services during the process. A restructuring, not an exit

A newly identified scam called GhostPairing lets attackers hijack WhatsApp accounts without stealing passwords or one-time login codes. The trick abuses WhatsApp’s legitimate device-linking flow through social engineering, so victims often miss the warning signs. How the GhostPairing scam works The attack starts with a short message that appears to come from a trusted contact. The message pushes a link that claims to show

G-Rebels is a new sci-fi flight combat game that aims to modernize the classic G-Police formula using Unreal Engine 5. Developed as a spiritual successor rather than a direct remake, the project focuses on open-world cyberpunk aerial combat, dynamic environments, and player-driven progression. Built for PC, G-Rebels places players in the cockpit of a futuristic aircraft called a Skyblade, flying through dense megacities shaped

A Starlink satellite operated by SpaceX suffered an on-orbit anomaly this week, broke apart in low Earth orbit, and created multiple pieces of trackable debris. SpaceX confirmed it lost contact with the satellite shortly after the incident. The event puts fresh attention on orbital safety concerns as large satellite constellations keep expanding. What happened The affected spacecraft, part of the Starlink network, experienced an

Netflix has acquired avatar startup Ready Player Me, signaling a bigger push into gaming. The move adds cross-game avatar tech that can help Netflix build a more unified gaming experience. Netflix announced the deal on December 19, 2025. The company did not disclose financial terms. Why Ready Player Me fits Netflix’s plans Ready Player Me focuses on customizable avatars that work across multiple games

LG has confirmed it will allow users to remove the Microsoft Copilot shortcut from its smart TVs after widespread criticism over a recent webOS update. The change follows complaints from users who found the Copilot tile added to their home screens without a clear option to delete it. User backlash over non-removable Copilot tile The controversy started after an LG webOS update placed a

Mozilla says Firefox users will get a full AI “kill switch” after widespread criticism over plans to turn the browser into a more AI-driven platform. The company confirmed that users will be able to disable all AI features through a single global control, reinforcing Firefox’s long-standing focus on choice and privacy. The announcement follows strong negative reactions from parts of the Firefox community after

Studio Wildcard has confirmed that the Ark 2 game is currently planned for a 2028 release, following a multi-year roadmap designed to gradually introduce the sequel’s core mechanics. The announcement came during a recent investor presentation, where the studio outlined how Ark: Survival Ascended will serve as a live testing ground ahead of the long-awaited survival sequel. The approach signals a cautious but deliberate

SpaceX’s Starlink and Airtel Africa have announced a partnership to bring Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity to Airtel customers across the operator’s 14 African markets. The goal is to extend basic mobile coverage into remote areas where building traditional cell towers can prove difficult or too costly. Satellite connectivity without cell towers Starlink Direct-to-Cell aims to let compatible standard smartphones connect directly to low-Earth-orbit satellites, reducing

ByteDance has signed a binding agreement to shift operational control of TikTok’s U.S. app to a newly formed, American-led venture. The deal aims to keep TikTok online in the United States amid national security scrutiny and divest-or-ban pressure. A new ownership and governance structure Under the agreement, ByteDance will reduce its stake in TikTok’s U.S. operations to 19.9%. A consortium of American and global

SoftBank Group is accelerating efforts to complete a $22.5 billion funding commitment to OpenAI as a year-end deadline approaches. The move highlights how expensive the AI race has become, even for the biggest investors. SoftBank moves to meet year-end deadline People familiar with the matter say SoftBank aims to deliver the remaining funds by the end of 2025, as set out in the investment

Arcade1Up has quietly rolled out the first meaningful discount on its Classic Special Edition arcade cabinets, giving retro gaming fans a rare chance to save on officially licensed machines. The highlight is the Mortal Kombat II Classic SE cabinet, now reduced to $284, marking its lowest price since launch. The discount also applies to the Pac-Man and Ms. Pac-Man Classic SE cabinets, which feature

Terminator 2D: No Fate marks a rare win for movie-based video games, delivering a fast, focused arcade run-and-gun experience inspired by Terminator 2: Judgment Day. Developed by Bitmap Bureau, the 2D action shooter strips away unnecessary systems and leans fully into precision controls, relentless pacing, and faithful scene recreations. Instead of reimagining the franchise, the game embraces the design philosophy of classic arcade shooters,

Xbox has kicked off a new Free Play Days event, giving players temporary access to a wide selection of games across Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The promotion includes recent sports titles, live-service games, and older fan favorites, with select entries available even without a Game Pass subscription. The limited-time event is part of Microsoft’s ongoing push to drive engagement across the Xbox

Google is making a change in Chrome on Windows to stop the browser from closing unexpectedly after running out of memory when users paste large clipboard content. Chromium team found that copying huge amounts of data from the Windows clipboard, especially HTML, could trigger out-of-memory crashes in Chrome. This happens when the browser tries to allocate more memory than it can safely handle while

Battlefield 6 has had a strong launch across PC, Xbox, and PlayStation, and its developers are now outlining what comes next. In a recent community update, Battlefield Studios shared early details on Season 2 content and longer-term plans to keep the live-service shooter evolving and the gaming community happy. The update arrives as Battlefield 6 continues to maintain a large active player base, supported

The next mainline The Legend of Zelda game could borrow ideas from an unexpected place. Series producer Eiji Aonuma has hinted that elements from Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment may influence Nintendo’s next big Zelda release, signaling possible changes to gameplay and structure. The comments arrived during a recent interview in Japan, where Aonuma reflected on Nintendo’s collaboration with Koei Tecmo. While no new

Following its dominant showing at The Game Awards, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has received a free content update that introduces a powerful new Photo Mode alongside additional gameplay content. The update is now live across all platforms and significantly expands how players can explore and document the game’s world. This game update arrives as many players begin repeat playthroughs, and it also delivers noticeable

Role-playing games continue to dominate the gaming landscape, with developers delivering expansive worlds, deep narratives, and refined combat systems across consoles and PC. From ambitious remakes to bold sequels and standout indie projects, the RPG genre remains one of the most diverse and rewarding experiences available. Based on critical reception, player engagement, and overall design quality, these titles represent the strongest RPG experiences available