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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Songs of the Past Reveal Date Confirmed
CD Projekt has confirmed that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will receive its global debut at Gamescom.
Sony Music files second lawsuit against Udio over 30,000 recordings
The legal action follows discovery in a separate case, with Sony claiming Udio bypassed protective measures to train models on proprietary sound recordings.
Underwater drone discovers forgotten coral reef off Benin coast
Using side-scan sonar and underwater drone technology, researchers identified a healthy coral ecosystem located more than 50 metres deep. This discovery challenges mid-20th-century assessments that the site was an extinct relic.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Schedule Confirmed!
Activision and Infinity Ward have confirmed a two-weekend multiplayer beta for Modern Warfare 4, starting August 21, 2026. The testing includes new gameplay mechanics and the franchise's debut on Nintendo Switch 2.
AI models proposed to help monitor and maintain growing satellite fleets
With satellite counts projected to reach 100,000 this decade, engineers are developing autonomous systems to handle traffic management and maintenance. These technologies address risks like collision density and the limitations of human oversight.
Enigmatig Limited Invests in KUNGFULAND, First-Scripted Feature-Length ...
Enigmatig Limited has invested in KUNGFULAND, a nostalgic martial arts action-comedy serving as the first feature film produced under a Singapore-Canada bilateral treaty.
Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link full intro cinematic leaks online
A nearly five-minute video appearing to be the opening cinematic for the cancelled Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link has surfaced online, fueling fan speculation.
MIT engineers use mechanical stretching to control artificial blood vessel growth
Researchers are using magnetic-driven physical stimulation to mimic biological development, allowing for unprecedented control over microscopic blood vessel formation.
Scientists identify causes of solid-state battery short circuits
Recent studies have identified the physical and chemical mechanisms behind solid-state battery failures, helping manufacturers develop new scaling strategies.
Adelaide University students reach global top five with space menstrual system
Adelaide engineering students have gained international recognition for a space-adapted menstrual system, highlighting a shift toward inclusive aerospace design.
EU mandates Google and Android open smartphone systems to rival AI agents
The European Union issued binding mandates requiring Google to open its Android system and search data to third-party artificial intelligence developers. The directive aims to allow rival AI agents to gain system-level functionality currently reserved for native assistants like Gemini.
Meteorite that crashed through New Jersey house could hold the clues to life
A rare carbonaceous chondrite meteorite that crashed through a New Jersey roof has provided scientists with pristine chemical evidence regarding life's origins.
CUNY researchers simulate black hole energy extraction with synthetic rotation
CUNY researchers have simulated the Penrose-Zel’dovich process using a stationary, time-modulated metamaterial ring. This experiment provides a controllable platform to study wave amplification and energy extraction through synthetic rotation.
Apple raises iCloud+ subscription prices across eight international markets
Apple is adjusting iCloud+ storage fees across eight international territories. The price hikes are reportedly linked to currency fluctuations.
Apple Music and Apple One subscriptions get more expensive
Apple has increased monthly subscription rates for Apple Music and most Apple One bundles due to rising licensing costs. Existing subscribers will see these changes at their next billing cycle.
August 12 solar eclipse set to boost tourism in rural Spain
The 2026 total solar eclipse is driving a strategic surge in travel to Spain's rural inland regions, helping officials shift tourism away from crowded hotspots.
Google DeepMind unveils GenCeption to transform video AI into vision models
Google DeepMind's GenCeption model utilizes video generation technology to perform traditional computer vision tasks, aiming to replace specialized systems.
West Antarctica sea ice fails to refreeze after winter heatwave
Satellite data reveals a stark shortfall in winter sea ice across West Antarctica, threatening critical wildlife habitats and the stability of the Thwaites Glacier.
Samsung Launches The Freestyle+ AI Smart Projector
The third-generation Freestyle+ portable projector features 430 ISO lumens of brightness and AI-driven tools for automatic keystone and color correction.
Astronomers detect first atmosphere on rocky exoplanet LHS 1140b
Researchers led by Collin Cherubim identified a helium-rich atmosphere on the rocky exoplanet LHS 1140b, marking a milestone in the study of terrestrial worlds.