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Quests in ARC Raiders often don't ask you to complete complicated tasks in your runs Topside. They're usually just asking you to bring a specific item back, or some just want you to look around in a specific area. But the quests, specifically the ones you get as you unlock new maps, are doing more than just asking you to bring something back. They're helping you acclimate to the new map, and teaching you about its more important areas. That's exactly what the 'A First Foothold' quest is doing when you first unlock the Blue Gate map. Speranza's gadgets and […]
A live LTO library trial showed holographic tape can integrate into existing infrastructure, shifting credibility from theory toward deployable archival storage.
WriteGood is an AI writing partner built into your editor that delivers inline suggestions as tracked changes, helping you sharpen clarity, tone, and structure without losing your voice. It keeps you in control so you can accept, reject, or tweak every edit. It reads full-document context, supports custom style guides and templates for PRDs, RFCs, and posts, and lets you choose AI models. You can collaborate in real time, maintain a consistent voice across teams, and ship confident drafts faster.
As much of Silicon Valley chases mega-rounds and buzzy AI deals, Stacy Brown-Philpot is running Cherryrock Capital like a throwback to venture capital's earlier days
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HDD capacity from one of the world's largest manufacturers has started to run dry, according to Western Digital's CEO, as major LTAs have been signed out. Western Digital's Consumer Share Drops to 5%, as Enterprise Demand Gobbles Up the Supply Well, the ongoing AI supercycle has disrupted supply chains, and we have talked about DRAM and NAND before, but it appears HDDs are also in significant demand: according to WD's CEO, Irving Tan, the manufacturer's entire capacity for this year is booked out. Speaking at the Q2 earnings call, Tan revealed that the focus has been on developing products that […]
MSI has put its Vector 16 gaming laptop on sale for just $1,299 at Walmart, offering a 35% discount for a beastly hardware combo. You get a Ryzen 9 8940HX, an RTX 5070 Ti, 16 GB of RAM, and a 1 TB SSD, all backed up with a 90Wh battery. As far as RTX 5070 Ti laptops go, it has never gotten any cheaper.
To save a few bucks, someone ordered a used Ryzen 9 9900X3D worth $530 from Amazon but received a $150 Ryzen 9 3900X instead. The CPU had been replaced inside the box to deceive any inspection and was likely resold to the unlucky buyer, who ended up getting much less valuable silicon than they paid for.
Amazon's Presidents' Day sale is live, and I've rounded up the 18 best deals under $50 that you'd actually use, including earbuds, kitchen appliances, smart home gadgets, and more.
Hollywood organizations are pushing back against a new AI video model called Seedance 2.0, which they say has quickly become a tool for “blatant” copyright infringement.
According to figures compiled by TechEpiphany, Amazon sold about 26,100 CPUs in the US in January 2026. AMD's X3D lineup continues to dominate, pushing the company's market share to an eye-popping 88 percent. But look closer and the story shifts from competitive wins to supply constraints: AI data centers are...
Acer's and Asus's use of HEVC on their laptops and desktop PCs is allegedly infringing on Nokia's patent. Because of this, a German court ruled that they cannot sell their products in Germany until the matter is settled.
China’s optical lattice clock now contributes to global time, achieving unprecedented precision and challenging traditional caesium-based measurement systems.
President's Day is drawing closer, and more laptop discounts are cropping up to celebrate, like Best Buy's 33% bargain for the reliable and slick ASUS Zenbook S 16 laptop.
The LPCAMM2 design is part of an ongoing effort to replace soldered LPDDR in mobile and ultra-thin systems with memory that is both upgradeable and space-efficient. It builds on first-generation LPCAMM2 modules, which typically shipped with LPDDR5 memory. The new LPDDR5X variant continues that evolution, delivering higher efficiency and faster...
Earlier this month, Corsair rolled out a new packaging design for select DDR5 products. The shift reflects a market under strain: chipmakers are posting record revenues, while downstream customers are grappling with shortages, inflated prices, and a surge in fraudulent sales. Improving security and "transparency" around what's actually in the...
OptionIncome is a tracking and analytics tool built specifically for income-focused option sellers, including wheel, cash-secured puts, covered calls, and spreads. Instead of juggling spreadsheets or relying on broker PnL that fails when you roll or get assigned, OptionIncome connects to your broker and automatically tracks your option selling activity at the strategy level. You can see how much option income you’re actually generating, with a breakdown by ticker or strategy, rolling PnL across the same strategy or campaign, and wheel cost basis and covered call performance.
Syntara AI monitors over 6,000 U.S. stocks and 350 cryptocurrencies in real time. When unusual price or volume activity occurs across any of these monitored tickers, it cross-checks breaking news and sentiment and notifies you instantly. Instead of generic price notifications, Syntara filters signals using customizable thresholds and delivers structured summaries explaining what’s moving the asset, potential catalysts, and risk factors. This allows traders to understand the context while the move is still developing.
Another case of CPU failure, but the user reports minimal CPU usage when it died. This time, it was the ASUS motherboard. Redditor Confirms Dead Ryzen 7 9800X3D on ASUS TUF Gaming X870-Plus After Leaving His System On Overnight With Nominal Load Ryzen 7 9800X3D death reports aren't uncommon, and they continuously surface on Reddit. Keep in mind that despite so many reports surfacing online, the RMA rates for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D are nearly on par with other Ryzen 9000 CPUs if we go by the data from Mindfactory. Still, it's important to examine every case of CPU failure […]
Earlier this month, the developer behind the crowdfunded fantasy MMORPG Ashes of Creation, Intrepid Studios, suddenly collapsed, leaving backers and fans baffled less than two months after the game's launch on Steam Early Access. As it turns out, though, the project had been teetering on the brink of collapse for a very long time. YouTuber NefasQS, AKA Casper, has managed to interview one of the game's main investors, Jason Caramanis, who has come forward to reveal what he alleges is a massive, years-long fraud perpetrated by Steven Sharif, founder and creative director of Intrepid Studios. Caramanis is a 57-year-old multi-level […]
The US and Taiwan have now agreed on an extensive trade framework, and by the looks of it, one of the major aspects of the agreement is to bolster supply chain expansion measures in America. TSMC & Other Taiwanese Suppliers Could See Tariff Exemptions Moving Ahead, Potentially Lowering Expansion Costs The semiconductor buildout in the US is probably the 'largest' ever by foreign entities in modern times, driven by TSMC and others' desire to diversify the chip supply chain to cater to their US customers. At the same time, tariffs have been a major concern for Taiwanese companies' investments, as […]
Sony is offering PlayStation 5 hardware for rent to customers in the UK. The selection includes PS5 consoles, controllers, PSVR 2, and even the PlayStation Portal. The cheapest offer starts from £9.50 per month for a base PS5 Slim, with leases for 12, 24, or 36 months. You can also pay a flat £19.50/month to get the console on a rolling basis with no commitments.
Following a complaint filed in 2016, the Competition Commission of India concluded that Intel’s India-only warranty rules were discriminatory compared to policies in other countries.
Some LGA-1954 motherboards will not be powerful enough to run Intel’s flagship Nova Lake chips at their peak – leaker claims According to the leaker Jaykihn, Intel’s next-generation Nova Lake flagship will be too power-hungry for some LGA-1954 motherboards. With two core chiplets and 52 total CPU cores, Intel’s next-generation flagship will be power-hungry. There […]
All the ways to watch Aston Villa vs Newcastle in the FA Cup fourth round, with the Villans looking to extend their good recent run against the Magpies.
The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro is a much more affordable alternative to the Apple Watch Ultra 3 – here's why I think you should buy it if you want a rugged, budget-conscious wearable for your outdoor adventures.
Logitech's MX Vertical is the mouse I always recommend first when I hear someone complaining about wrist or forearm pain, and right now you can pick it up for a lot less than normal during President's Day weekend.
The compilation continues Konami's recent strategy of remastering the franchise's most celebrated entries for today's hardware while retaining their original design and character.
As much as Apple tries to avoid a price hike for the iPhone 18 series, this event could be inevitable. However, one strategy the company could apply to offer relief to customers is to keep the base models unchanged from last year. Then again, with its rumored agreement with NAND flash maker Kioxia including terms that Apple will pay double the price for storage, it potentially means that the premium could be applied to the higher internal memory variants. Also, paying twice the original amount doesn’t mean that the Cupertino will be immune from future price shifts, because contracts are subject to change […]
We are still around two weeks away from Samsung's official unveiling of its Galaxy S26 series. Even so, the as yet unreleased Galaxy S26+ just went up for sale on Craiglist, leading many to conclude that the device is either a prototype or part of an outright scam. An enterprising netizen is now offering to sell to you the unreleased Galaxy S26+ on Craiglist A tipster has just published the photos of the Galaxy S26+ that has gone on sale on Craiglist. Do note that the tipster appears to be mistaken. Judging from the layout of the cameras, we can […]
All the ways to watch Scotland vs England live streams online – including for FREE – for the Calcutta Cup clash at Murrayfield in the 2026 Six Nations.
Intel extends XeSS 3 support to almost all of its modern GPUs With the release of its 32.0.101.8509 graphics driver, Intel has extended support for XeSS far beyond the Xe3 GPUs within its Panther Lake series processors. XeSS 3 and its multi-frame generation (MFG) feature are now available on nearly all ARC GPUs. This includes […]
You describe your business, and Launch10 builds a landing page, creates a Google Search ad campaign with keywords and ad copy, and sets up conversion tracking. Everything connects automatically, so you can see which ads bring actual leads. You get a dashboard that shows spend, clicks, leads, and cost per lead in one place, along with recommendations on what to change to get better results. The whole process takes about 10 minutes.
All the Arc GPUs have officially received support for Intel's latest Multi-Frame Generation with the new driver update. Intel Rolls Out Graphics Driver 8509, Supporting XeSS 3 Multi-Frame Generation on Intel Arc Alchemist and Battlemage dGPUs and iGPUs Intel's latest XeSS 3 Multi-Frame Generation, which was initially launched for Panther Lake processors/iGPUs, has now been rolled out for previous-gen GPUs as well. As promised recently, Intel has today launched its latest Arc Graphics driver for Windows version 32.0.101.8509, which brings support for XeSS 3 Multi-Frame Generation for both Alchemist and Battlemage families. As listed in the release notes, the XeSS […]
The latest discount on the AirPods Pro 3, courtesy of Amazon, has lowered the retail price of Apple’s flagship wireless earbuds to $209.99, down from $249, granting you $39 in savings. While it is not the highest drop that we’ve seen, it is still the second-best, and you’ll want to own these immediately because the AirPods Pro 3 are outfitted with some of the best features that you’ll ever want from a high-end audio product. Better noise cancellation, improved battery life, and heat-rate monitoring are some of the perks of owning the AirPods Pro 3 If you currently own a […]
We pit five budget-friendly RGB fans against each other, in tests that don’t quite lead us to a clear winner. The most complete isn’t the best performing. There is, however, one clear loser that might be worth avoiding.
Micron is the first SSD maker to introduce the world's first mass-produced PCIe 6.0 datacenter SSD. The Micron 9650 series is capable of speeds of up to 28 GB/s.
Automaker BMW has filed a patent for a new fastener which takes design cues from the its iconic segmented roundel logo. but it has been accused of creating this design for service and repair gatekeeping.
All the ways to watch Ireland vs Italy live streams online – including for FREE – as the buoyant Azzurri look to cause an upset in Dublin in the 2026 Six Nations.
Niche Pig is an AI-powered niche research tool that discovers sub-niches and micro-niches within any market. Users enter a broad niche or topic, and the tool returns a list of more specific sub-niches scored by demand, profitability, and passion levels.
Each result includes potential product ideas, promotional angles, and suggested target audiences. The tool is designed to surface opportunities with buyer intent (audiences spending $100+ rather than casual browsers) and lower competition than broad market categories.
Due to rising costs of memory and SSDs, Acer has also announced a price hike for its products. Acer Japan Says it Will Revise PC Product Prices, Starting February 20, 2026, as Memory and SSD Costs Keep Rising The PC hardware prices aren't ready to stabilize, and we are seeing major hardware manufacturers announcing price revisions almost every month. Recently, it was Maingear and Framework that announced price hikes a couple of times. ASUS also announced price hikes due to higher memory and SSD costs, and now it's Acer's turn, which has also announced a price revision. Acer Predator Gaming […]
The Ryzen 7 9850X3D and Ryzen 7 9800X3D are the fastest gaming CPUs around, but which one is better? We tested both in a head-to-head gauntlet on in games, productivity apps, overclocked scenarios, and more to find out.
SimplePrint lets you design and sell custom products without holding inventory. Connect your store, create products with straightforward design tools, and have every order printed and shipped from California within 48 to 72 hours. You pay no upfront fees or minimums, can scale easily, and rely on rigorous quality control. Start with a Shopify integration and expand as new marketplaces are added.
Nortora helps nonprofit teams plan and run fundraising galas without relying on spreadsheets. It combines guest management, sponsor and ticket reservations, and donor-aware seating charts in one place, allowing planners to keep parties together, place sponsors appropriately, and make changes without chaos. On event night, Nortora supports smoother execution with check-in tools and shared access for staff and volunteers. We’re actively collecting feedback to guide future developments.
Samsung unveiled the use of its Heat Pass Block (HPB) technology in the Exynos 2600 to help lower thermal resistance and improve heat dissipation. Based on rumors, there has been a lot of interest in this solution, with even the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro schematic leak shown to be using it, which is a pleasant surprise because lots of manufacturers have incorporated custom cooling fans to help lower temperatures. While these additions have their use cases, the noise generated would definitely trigger some unease for users. Thankfully, a tipster says that the use of HPB will eliminate the […]
Affirmations App helps you build a consistent, 5-minute daily affirmation practice that reshapes thoughts and behavior. It uses behavioral science, CBT principles, and spaced repetition to personalize affirmations your brain accepts. Stay on track with streaks, smart reminders, auto-shuffle, and a guided timer. Your entries remain private with end-to-end encryption, and the app is available for iOS and Android so you can practice anywhere.
It's been three years since the AMD AM5 motherboard platform and the 600-series motherboards launched. Since its launch, the platform has seen the launch of several CPUs in the Ryzen 7000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 9000 families. While the 600-series motherboards provide great features & compatibility with newer Zen 5 CPUs, motherboard makers are always looking to enhance user experiences through the latest technologies, so AMD has introduced a new chipset line called the 800-series. Now, AMD has introduced both X870 and B850 series chipsets for high-end and mainstream AM5 motherboards. Both of these chips provide brand-new designs and brand-new […]
Intel's Nova Lake-S Desktop CPUs with 52 cores will require the highest-end 900-series motherboards to display their full performance potential. Intel Nova Lake 52-Core Desktop CPUs To Display Full Power on Higher-End 900-Series Motherboards, Rest Will Limit Performance & Power As per new information on Intel Nova Lake-S Desktop CPUs and their respective platforms shared by Jaykihn at X, it looks like only some ultra-high-end tier motherboards will have the prowess to display Nova Lake's full performance potential. The insider/leaker states that a certain selection of 900-series motherboards, presumably based on the Z990 chipset, will support the full power of […]
LinkedGrow is an all-in-one LinkedIn content platform that lets you create, schedule, and optimize posts with AI while keeping costs low by bringing your own AI key. It learns your voice from past posts, analyzes what makes content go viral, and suggests stronger hooks and structure. Use AI-optimized posting times, a fast carousel generator, and a Reddit-to-LinkedIn transformer to turn web ideas into engaging updates. Train it, test ideas, and plan your calendar from one place.
Orphiq helps artists, managers, labels, and agencies plan music releases and guide career strategy. It unifies every rollout into one timeline, assigns tasks, and keeps collaborators aligned. You can create and schedule social content, get AI suggestions tuned to your sound and audience, and ask questions that reference your goals. Use multilingual chat, collaborate with your team, and tap into analytics and revenue insights to make confident decisions about your next move.
Apple's iOS 26, in keeping with the historical norms, has now reached around three-fourths of all iPhones launched over the past four years (since 2022). Even so, Apple's latest software iteration for the iPhones is somewhat lagging when compared with the adoption recorded by the last-gen iOS 18 in the comparable timeframe, with the Liquid Glass design language likely to blame for this aberrant slowdown. Apple's iOS 26 is now running on 74 percent of all iPhones launched in the last four years Apple has just released the adoption statistics for iOS 26 now that 150 days have passed since […]
Apple’s entire iPhone 18 lineup has been reported to forego Qualcomm’s 5G modems in favor of the company’s C2 baseband chip, which was reportedly in development when the iPhone 16e launched last year. However, according to one analyst, the Cupertino firm is bringing in another wireless chip to the flagship series, and it will be the direct successor to the N1. Additionally, there are other changes expected, such as a smaller Dynamic Island, so let us discuss all details below. No improvements from the N2 wireless networking chip upgrade have been mentioned in the new report, but C2 5G modem could […]
Someone used ByteDance's Seedance 2.0 generative AI video platform to depict Tom Cruise fighting Brad Pitt, and no one in the film industry is happy about it.
The MG S5 is built on the same underpinnings as its award-winning hatchback counterpart, but it unfortunately lacks some of its predecessor’s excitement.
President Trump’s reversal of the landmark ‘endangerment findings’ will cause major upset in the automotive industry – here’s what it could mean for electric vehicles.
Airbnb was poised to introduce an app that doesn't just search for you, but one that "knows you." CEO Brian Chesky said, "It will help guests plan their entire trip, help hosts better run their businesses, and help the company operate more efficiently at scale."
The Gnome Project has officially announced the Gnome 50 public beta testing phase and API, feature, and UI freeze ahead of the desktop environment's official launch later this year. The freeze effectively means that the features that are part of the new public beta version will be part of the official release when that lands on March 18, 2026. The Gnome 50 beta brings with it a number of features that should make living with Gnome significantly easier, especially if you have gaming-grade hardware. Gnome 50 public beta can be downloaded as a live image or installed via Flatpak using the 50beta branch from Flathub Beta. The biggest changes coming to Gnome 50 and the public beta include making VRR and fractional scaling non-experimental in Mutter, Gnome's Wayland compositor library, where the aforementioned features were previously experimental and needed to be enabled in the terminal. Gnome 50 will also complete Gnome's transition to a Wayland-only desktop environment, a move that has been in the works since mid-2025—Gnome 49 was shipped with X11 disabled, while Gnome 50 will feature no X11 code.
There are also myriad changes to screencasting—namely HiDPI and monitor mode emulation—and improved support for multi-monitor setups. Many of Gnome's default apps will also move to the 50.beta version, bringing along with them bug fixes and an overall increased level of polish. Nautilus, the default file manager, gets case-insensitive path completion; Gnome's symbolic icons are more crisp; GDM gets bug fixes and initial support for unified authentication; Gnome Control Center gets a text size slider and a few extra options to tweak; the Gnome Shell gets the option for parents to extend screen time limits; Gnome software will also get a progress bar when installing or removing add-ons as well as a few bug fixes and translation updates. The list goes on, but in general, it looks like Gnome 50 is shaping up to deliver a more cohesive desktop experience when it eventually launches in stable form.
One of PC gaming's greatest shooters has been given a free second life. Unreal Tournament 2004 is now available at no cost with Epic Games' blessing. The community-led revival preserves everything that made UT2004 a multiplayer legend: lightning-fast gunplay, large vehicle-filled maps, and deep mod support, while adding support for modern operating systems.
The breakthrough builds on neuromorphic engineering, a field that designs hardware modeled after the human brain. Unlike traditional processors, which separate memory and computation, neuromorphic chips integrate both functions, enabling faster and more energy-efficient data handling. This biologically inspired approach has long been considered a promising way to narrow the...
TextSlaps helps you write tough messages you’ve been avoiding. Describe your situation, pick a tone like Cold & Professional, HR-Safe Nuclear, or Burn the Bridge, and receive ready-to-send versions for SMS, email, and Slack with an escalation ladder when needed.
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Samsung opted for an iterative refresh for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series after Apple instituted a major design change for its iPhone 17 lineup. And, as a result, the South Korean tech behemoth is now reportedly paying the price for its inertia, if the latest tidbits about the series' pre-order cadence are anything to go by. The current pre-order trajectory for the Galaxy S26 series would make it nearly impossible for Samsung to meet the lineup's annual sales target According to the tipster Jason C, there is a "perceived lack of interest in the Samsung Galaxy S26 series." Also, as […]
Two banger games from Capcom are going to launch in a span of three months, starting with Resident Evil Requiem, which will arrive this month, followed by PRAGMATA, which is scheduled to release on April 24. While PC gamers have had the privilege of trying out the demo, which delivers a polished finish, you can begin preparing things in advance if you’re a console owner by pre-ordering the game on Amazon. Best of all, the listings are available for the PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2. PRAGMATA offers a unique sci-fi experience, with the initial gameplay bringing in […]
It's no secret that user-submitted Steam Reviews have often been quite controversial, especially during so-called "review bombings". In these instances, specific games have been targeted with a deluge of negative reviews, thus crashing the overall user review score on Valve's platform. One of the earliest scenarios was the review bombing of Firewatch, Campo Santo's acclaimed adventure game released in 2016. The following year, YouTuber PewDiePie racially insulted a player during a livestream in PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG), and Campo Santo's founder Sean Vanaman asked YouTube to remove all of PewDiePie's videos from the platform. However, in retaliation, PewDiePie's legion of followers […]
This is what it means to be living in AI Time and, based on a new essay by Matt Shumer, CEO and Co-Founder of Otherside, potentially how to survive it.
OM System has announced the entry of Chinese budget camera manufacturer Sonida into the Micro Four Thirds System, but the expected new Songdian-branded camera probably won't take on offerings from OM System or Lumix
The company said hackers downloaded “a limited number of files” after breaking into an employee’s account. The hacking group ShinyHunters took responsibility for the breach.
AI companies have been hemorrhaging talent the past few weeks. Half of xAI’s founding team has left the company — some on their own, others through “restructuring” — while OpenAI is facing its own shakeups, from the disbanding of its mission alignment team to the firing of a policy exec who opposed its “adult mode” feature. Watch as TechCrunch’s Equity podcast hosts Kirsten Korosec, Anthony […]
The Japanese sex toy maker said a hacker broke into an employee's inbox and stole customer names, email addresses, and correspondence, including order details and customer service inquiries.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance stands as one of the best RPGs of the last generation, and now it's on Xbox Game Pass — and with a free next-gen update, too.
Xbox is shutting down Social Clubs on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S in April 2026. Here is what is changing, what happens to existing clubs, and how players can stay connected using other features.
Wavlink's Thunderlight docking station proves that Thunderbolt 5 docks don't have to cost an arm and a leg. This limited-time deal is indeed very limited, so don't wait too long.
The latest catalyst for the sell-off is an FTC letter sent to Apple CEO Tim Cook, alleging that Apple News promotes liberal media outlets while suppressing conservative ones. According to the agency, this alleged left-wing bias violates federal consumer protection laws and raises "serious questions" about whether the company is...
MyVibe is the instant publishing platform for AI-generated creations. Anyone can build with Claude, Lovable, v0, or Bolt, but sharing typically involves DNS, hosting, and CI/CD headaches. MyVibe removes the barrier between "I made this" and "here's the link." Drop code from any AI tool or use the MyVibe skill to publish instantly without needing a developer.
MyVibe offers instant publishing, true ownership with self-hosting options, and living documents that allow readers to explore insights interactively. Blogs publish thoughts, videos publish voice, and MyVibe publishes executable understanding. Free to use.
Highguard is the latest free-to-play first-person shooter to hit the market, and if things keep going the way they are now, it'll also be the latest free-to-play first-person shooter that was shut down after being unable to break through as a massive hit right at launch. After its trailer at The Game Awards failed to land with players, and the weeks of silence that followed did nothing to help, when it arrived, before players even made it through the tutorial, they were leaving negative reviews on Steam. Even though it had over 97K concurrent players on Steam when it launched, […]
On episode 341 of PPC Live The Podcast, I speak to Andrea Cruz, Head of B2B at Tinuiti, to unpack a mistake many senior marketers quietly struggle with: freezing when clients demand answers you don’t immediately have.
The conversation explored how communication missteps can escalate client tension — and how the right mindset, preparation, and culture can turn those moments into career-defining growth.
From hands-on marketer to team leader
As Cruz advanced in her career, she shifted from managing campaigns directly to leading teams running large, complex accounts. That transition introduced a new challenge: representing work she didn’t personally execute day to day.
When clients pushed back — questioning performance or expectations — Cruz sometimes froze. Saying “I don’t know” or delaying a response could quickly erode trust and escalate frustration.
Her key realization: senior leaders are expected to provide perspective in the moment. Even without every detail, they must guide the conversation confidently.
How to buy time without losing trust
Through mentorship and experience, Cruz developed a practical technique: asking clarifying questions to gain thinking time while deepening understanding.
Examples include:
Asking clients to clarify expectations or timelines
Requesting additional context around their concerns
Confirming what the client already knows about the situation
These questions serve two purposes: they slow down emotionally charged moments and ensure responses address the real issue, not just the surface complaint.
For Cruz, this approach was especially important as a non-native English speaker, giving her space to process complex conversations and respond clearly.
A solutions-first culture beats blame
Cruz emphasized that mistakes are inevitable — but how teams respond defines long-term success.
At Tinuiti, the focus is not on assigning blame but on answering two questions:
Where are we now?
How do we get to where we want to be?
This solutions-oriented mindset creates psychological safety. Teams can openly acknowledge errors, run post-mortems, and identify patterns without fear. Cruz argues that leaders must model this behavior by sharing their own mistakes, not just scrutinizing others’.
That transparency builds trust internally and with clients.
Proactive communication builds stronger client relationship
Rather than waiting for clients to surface problems, Cruz encourages teams to raise issues first. Acknowledging underperformance — even when clients haven’t noticed — demonstrates accountability and strengthens partnerships.
She also recommends tailoring communication styles to each client. Some prefer concise updates; others want detailed explanations. Documenting these preferences helps teams deliver information in ways that resonate.
Regular check-ins about business roadblocks — not just campaign metrics — position agencies as strategic partners, not just media operators.
Common agency mistakes in B2B advertising
Cruz didn’t hold back on recurring issues she sees in audits:
Budgets spread too thin: Running too many channels with insufficient spend leads to meaningless data and weak performance.
Underfunded campaigns: B2B CPCs are inherently high. Campaigns generating only a few clicks per day rarely produce actionable results.
Her advice is blunt: if the budget can’t support a channel properly, it’s better not to run it.
AI is more than a summarization tool
On AI, Cruz cautioned against shallow usage. Treating AI as a simple spreadsheet summarizer misses its broader potential.
Her team is experimenting with advanced applications — automated audits, workflow integrations, and operational efficiencies. She compares AI’s role to medical diagnostics: a powerful assistant that augments expert judgment, not a replacement for it.
For marketers, that means staying curious and continuously exploring new use cases.
The takeaway: preparation and passion drive resilience
Cruz’s central message is simple: mistakes will happen. What matters is preparation, adaptability, and maintaining a solutions-first mindset.
By anticipating client needs, personalizing communication, and embracing experimentation, marketers can transform stressful moments into opportunities to build credibility.
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The Company: VeSync is a portfolio company with brands that cover different categories of health & wellness products. We wouldn’t be surprised if you have one of our Levoit air purifiers in your living room or a COSORI air fryer whipping up healthy and delicious meals for you every night. We’re a young and energetic […]
We’re looking for a Senior SEO Strategist to lead enterprise-level organic growth strategies across traditional search and modern discovery channels, including AI-powered SERPs, Google AI Overviews, and large language models (LLMs). In this role, you’ll own both strategy and execution for a portfolio of enterprise and high-growth clients. You’ll act as a trusted, client-facing advisor—translating complex technical […]
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WHY DEPT®? We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, […]
Overview Nutricost is a leading supplement brand known for high-quality nutrition at affordable prices. We proudly partner with Shaquille O’Neal, the Utah Jazz, BYU Athletics, and US Speedskating to promote health and performance nationwide. Job Overview We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Paid Search Manager to lead Nutricost’s paid search strategy and execution […]
Paid Search Manager Location: Round Rock, TX – Onsite (5 days a week) Responsibilities Implement and optimize paid search campaigns to meet KPIs and business objectives. Supervise a team of paid search specialists to ensure operational rigor, budget pacing, and campaign quality. Collaborate with creative teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to develop and execute effective […]
Overview Sam’s Club is hiring a Senior Manager, Marketing Planning & Strategy (Paid Search + Measurement Enablement) to strengthen one of our largest growth engines: paid search and paid channels performance. This role sits in Marketing, but operates at the intersection of paid media, analytics, and technical enablement—ensuring our campaigns are executed flawlessly, measured accurately, […]
You’ll own high-visibility SEO and AI initiatives, architect strategies that drive explosive organic and social visibility, and push the boundaries of what’s possible with search-powered performance.
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After Helldivers 2 cheaters used "in-game exploits" to try and get an easy Major Order win, the Battle for Cyberstan just became harder. Thanks, "dissidents."
We have found a massive 33% discount on the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge, one of the first laptops ever made with Copilot+ AI that still holds up today with its Snapdragon X Elite CPU, vibrant AMOLED display, and other rich features.
Microsoft has warned of a new tactic called AI Recommendation Poisoning, where hidden instructions inside links can manipulate an assistant’s memory and bias future recommendations. The company advises users to review and clear saved AI memories to reduce risk.
Shift Up has stated it is reviewing platform expansion beyond PS5 and PC for Stellar Blade, positioning 2026 as a transitional year for the franchise and sparking speculation about a possible Xbox release.
Experience terrifying survival horror with FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, and dive into pulse-pounding action with legendary agent Leon S. Kennedy. Both of their journeys and unique gameplay styles intertwine into a heart-stopping, emotional experience that will chill you to your core. The clock's ticking as we draw closer and closer to the arrival of Resident Evil Requiem. The latest trailer is packed with details about key characters, the mysterious threats that stand in their way, and new gameplay footage.
The story begins with a string of mysterious deaths throughout the United States with all roads returning to the city of disaster and despair, Raccoon City. As Grace and Leon's paths converge, they must face their pasts and uncover the truth. Watch it if you dare...
Last month, Scythe started to promote two Mugen 6 ASUS TUF ALLIANCE edition models. A handful of social media posts provided an early look at the Japanese PC cooling hardware specialist's slight reworkings of the existing Dual Fan ARGB designs. Throughout mid-to-late January, the staggered release of promotional renders showcased newly co-branded white and black units. Scythe's social media accounts teased the latest Mugen 6 revisions leveraging a few improvements. The powerful proprietary Wonder Tornado 120 mm ARGB fans have been updated with anti-vibration pads, and the main block's aluminium fin-stack sports a different type of coating.
Scythe's Q1 2026 revamp of premium-tier single-tower air coolers has just launched in Taiwan, according to an ITHome news article. Yesterday's report outlines a day one release price tag of NT$1790 (~$57.10 USD). Apart from Scythe's typo-laden online marketing of improved features, the newer SKUs are decorated with familiar military themed TUF Gaming patterns and logos/text. Oddly, there is no actual Scythe branding present on the heatsink or Wonder Tornado fans—we hope that they get a shout-out on the finalized Mugen 6 X ASUS TUF ALLIANCE retail packaging, at least.
Ubisoft recently started a massive overhaul, which would see, among other measures, the company split into five so-called creative houses, each responsible for the funding, creative direction, marketing, and publishing strategies of its own games. While the actual structure and split of each creative house's IPs was previously decided, not much else has been revealed about how the new plan is coming along. Now, however, it has been revealed in recent financial filings that Ubisoft plans to hire external talent to lead some of the creative houses, with the first official hire being Charles Guillemot, the son of Ubisoft CEO, Yves Guillemot. This hire is technically a carryover from before the restructure, but Charles has seemingly been grandfathered in as lead for Creative House 1, which is just Vantage Studios and is in charge of Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six—some of Ubisoft's biggest franchises.
According to the financial report, Ubisoft will start implementing its new operating model in April, which is likely when we will hear more about who is running the other creative houses. Additionally, Ubisoft says it has seen "the return of numerous skilled former Ubisoft employees in our studios over the recent years." Ubisoft's recent actions, specifically the cessation of its work from home policy, budget cuts, and recent executive and management priorities, have not been met favorably by Ubisoft employees, with thousands of Ubisoft workers arranging a strike and calling for the resignation of Yves Guillemot and for management to take responsibility for their part in the company's recent performance, which will apparently result in up to 18% of the company's staff being laid off.
It's good to be back! After releasing Kena: Bridge of Spirits, we took some time to figure out what we wanted to create next. We explored ideas that could capture the heart of what made Kena special while building on everything we'd learned along the way. When we began thinking about returning to her world, we were drawn to the idea of Kena as a more experienced Spirit Guide who could use her skills to help the living, not just those who had passed on.
In Kena: Scars of Kosmora, Kena is older and renowned as a Spirit Guide. In hopes of finding answers to the affliction she has endured all her life, Kena travels to the mysterious island of Kosmora. Home to distinct cultures and regions, Kosmora is full of buried secrets from a tragic past. On Kosmora, Kena is confronted by a powerful spirit that fractures her staff. A spirit guide's staff is their identity - their tool to help and commune with spirits. Kena's staff was also keeping her alive. To survive, Kena must accept Kosmora's forgotten form of Spirit Guiding which uses Alchemy to manipulate the power of the elements.
Last May, insiders alleged that the US Government Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) was eyeing up a handful of Chinese tech companies. At the time, ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) was considered for inclusion within an extensive "export blacklist." With the regional exit of more mainstream computer memory manufacturing companies, the likes of CXMT and Yangtze Memory Technologies Corporation (YMTC) are being tracked as the native Chinese industry's leading lights. Earlier today, a revised Pentagon Section 1260H document seemed to no longer feature the aforementioned duo of memory and storage makers. Hours later, industry observers and journalists noticed that the updated list had been removed from public view. A fresh Reuters news article mentions the adding of Alibaba and Baidu to the latest edition of the US administration's trade blacklist. Across the past few years, these gigantic tech players are best known for unprecedented large-scale purchases of AI-crunching hardware, mostly supplied by NVIDIA.
The US Department of War's (DOW) Section 1260H document designates Chinese companies with (alleged) military or communist party connections. Last year's addition of CXMT caused plenty of head scratching—the Hefei, Anhui-based memory chip manufacturer largely specializes in consumer-grade products. Earlier this month, Nikkei Asia divulged inside track information about ASUS, Acer, Dell, and HP's supposed consideration of CXMT DDR5 and DDR4 lines. The apparent lifting of blacklist status could make it easier for Western OEMs to acquire DRAM from CXMT, and NAND from YMTC, although the latter still remains within the US Commerce Department's sights (considered a threat to the region's supply chain). CXMT's recent advancement into mass production of HBM3 will (inevitably) elevate its local profile, but a reported collaboration with Huawei—involving the next-gen Ascend 950 AI accelerator—could attract extra Pentagon scrutiny.
A newly unveiled patent confirms Sony's commitment to making extra-large video games far more manageable in size. The patent, recently added to the World Intellectual Property Organization's database, describes an "asset streaming" technology that relies heavily on internet connectivity, but Sony emphasizes that this is not related to cloud gaming...
You can only make one first impression. It takes a lifetime to build a reputation, and moments to ruin it. These are things we've grown up hearing, but have we been preparing properly? You won't get another chance at walking up to someone for the first time. You can't ask your boss to disregard the fact that you got upset during a meeting. But here's the good news: you can practice. Social Gym is a platform for setting up scenarios that would be difficult or awkward to navigate in real life and working through them with anonymous, vetted people who provide feedback. Learn how to communicate the way you wish you could.
Gramtra is a free Instagram downloader that lets you save Reels, Stories, and Posts in original HD quality. Simply paste any Instagram URL and download instantly—no login required and no watermarks added.
What sets Gramtra apart is its bulk download feature for carousel posts. Instead of saving each photo or video one by one, you can download all media from a single post with one click. The tool works on any device and generates shareable download links for easy sharing.
Micron has commenced mass production of its 9650 SSD, the world's first PCIe Gen6 storage solution with up to 28 GB/s transfer rates. Micron 9650 - The World's First PCIe Gen6 SSD With 28 GB/s Read Speeds With Both Air & Liquid-Cooled Models Two years ago, Micron announced the development of its first PCIe Gen6 SSDs. These SSDs were rated at 26 GB/s at the time, but today marks the first official announcement of an actual Gen6-based product that is under production, the Micron 9650. With 9650 SSDs, Micron is promising a 2x speedup in Sequential Read and 40% speedup […]
Cerebras' AI chips have seen their first mainstream adoption by none other than OpenAI, as the AI lab reveals that their latest Codex model has another compute provider alongside NVIDIA. OpenAI Has Managed to Achieve a Shocking 1,000 TPS Output, With Cerebras' Blazing-Fast Bandwidth Well, there has been an NVIDIA-OpenAI saga on the financing front, but it appears that, in the race for compute, OpenAI has taken an interesting route through its earlier partnership with Cerebras. In the company's recent Codex release, it is disclosed that the GPT‑5.3‑Codex‑Spark is powered by Cerebras' AI chips and, more specifically, that the benefit […]
Leaked earlier in the week by Dealabs and confirmed at yesterday's State of Play, the latest web-swinging adventure from Insomniac Games, 2023's Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is the headlining title for the February 2026 batch of PS Plus Extra games entering the Game Catalog. It enters the library of games that players have access to through their subscription, alongside eight other games, including several of the more notable indie releases from the last few years. Marvel's Spider-Man 2 wasn't the only game that was leaked ahead of this batch's official confirmation. Neva and Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown were also part […]
Lenovo’s Legion Go S undercuts its original price with a limited-time deal, making it an appealing option for gamers who want better performance without Windows overhead.
Cloudflare yesterday announced its new Markdown for Agents feature, which serves machine-friendly versions of web content alongside traditional human-facing pages.
Cloudflare described the update as a response to the rise of AI crawlers and agentic browsing.
When a client requests text/markdown, Cloudflare fetches the HTML from the origin server, converts it at the edge, and returns a Markdown version.
The response also includes a token estimate header intended to help developers manage context windows.
Early reactions focused on the efficiency gains, as well as the broader implications of serving alternate representations of web content.
What’s happening. Cloudflare, which powers roughly 20% of the web, said Markdown for Agents uses standard HTTP content negotiation. If a client sends an Accept: text/markdown header, Cloudflare converts the HTML response on the fly and returns Markdown. The response includes Vary: accept, so caches store separate variants.
Cloudflare positioned the opt-in feature as part of a shift in how content is discovered and consumed, with AI crawlers and agents benefiting from structured, lower-overhead text.
Markdown can cut token usage by up to 80% compared to HTML, Cloudflare said.
Security concern. SEO consultant David McSweeney said Cloudflare’s Markdown for Agents feature could make AI cloaking trivial because the Accept: text/markdown header is forwarded to origin servers, effectively signaling that the request is from an AI agent.
A standard request returns normal content, while a Markdown request can trigger a different HTML response that Cloudflare then converts and delivers to the AI, McSweeney showed on LinkedIn.
The concern: sites could inject hidden instructions, altered product data, or other machine-only content, creating a “shadow web” for bots unless the header is stripped before reaching the origin.
Google and Bing’s markdown smackdown. Recent comments from Google and Microsoft representatives discourage publishers from creating separate markdown pages for large language models. Google’s John Mueller said:
“In my POV, LLMs have trained on – read & parsed – normal web pages since the beginning, it seems a given that they have no problems dealing with HTML. Why would they want to see a page that no user sees? And, if they check for equivalence, why not use HTML?”
And Microsoft’s Fabrice Canel said:
“Really want to double crawl load? We’ll crawl anyway to check similarity. Non-user versions (crawlable AJAX and like) are often neglected, broken. Humans eyes help fixing people and bot-viewed content. We like Schema in pages. AI makes us great at understanding web pages. Less is more in SEO !”
Cloudflare’s feature doesn’t create a second URL. However, it generates different representations based on request headers.
The case against markdown. Technical SEO consultant Jono Alderson said that once a machine-specific representation exists, platforms must decide whether to trust it, verify it against the human-facing version, or ignore it:
“When you flatten a page into markdown, you don’t just remove clutter. You remove judgment, and you remove context.”
“The moment you publish a machine-only representation of a page, you’ve created a second candidate version of reality. It doesn’t matter if you promise it’s generated from the same source or swear that it’s ‘the same content’. From the outside, a system now sees two representations and has to decide which one actually reflects the page.”
Why we care. Cloudflare’s move could make AI ingestion cheaper and cleaner. But could it be considered cloaking if you’re serving different content to humans and crawlers? To be continued…
Google Ads is rolling out a feature that lets advertisers calculate conversion value for new customers based on a target return on ad spend (ROAS), automatically generating a suggested value instead of relying on manual estimates.
The update is designed for campaigns using new customer acquisition goals, where advertisers want to bid more aggressively to attract first-time buyers.
How it works. Advertisers enter their desired ROAS target for new customers, and Google Ads proposes a conversion value aligned with that goal. The system removes some of the guesswork involved in estimating how much a new customer should be worth in bidding models.
The feature doesn’t yet adjust dynamically at the auction, campaign, or product level. Advertisers still apply the value at a broader setting rather than letting the system vary bids based on context.
Why we care. Assigning the right value to a new customer is a weak spot in performance bidding. Many advertisers manually set a flat value that doesn’t always reflect profitability or long-term goals.
By tying suggested conversion values to a target ROAS, advertisers can now optimise towards a more strategy-driven bidding, potentially improving how acquisition campaigns balance growth and efficiency.
What advertisers are saying. Early reactions suggest the feature is a meaningful improvement over static manual inputs. Founder of Savvy Revenue, Andrew Lolk argues the next step would be auction-level intelligence that adjusts values depending on campaign or product performance.
What to watch. If Google expands the feature to support more granular adjustments, it could further reshape how advertisers structure acquisition strategies and value lifetime customer growth.
For now, the tool offers a more structured way to calculate new customer value.
First seen. This update was first spotted by Founder and Digital Marketer Andrew Lolk who showed the new setting on LinkedIn.
A previously undocumented threat actor has been attributed to attacks targeting Ukrainian organizations with malware known as CANFAIL.
Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) described the hacking group as possibly affiliated with Russian intelligence services. The threat actor is assessed to have targeted defense, military, government, and energy organizations within the Ukrainian regional and
Several state-sponsored actors, hacktivist entities, and criminal groups from China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia have trained their sights on the defense industrial base (DIB) sector, according to findings from Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG).
The tech giant's threat intelligence division said the adversarial targeting of the sector is centered around four key themes: striking defense
We've not had a horror series on Netflix for a good while, but the streamer is about to change that with the terrifying Something Very Bad is Going to Happen.
The 2026 Lowe's Presidents' Day sale is finally live, and I'm sharing the top deals, plus everything that I'm buying for my backyard and home to prepare for spring.
IO Interactive has released a new story trailer for 007 First Light, offering a deeper look at the Hitman studio's re-imagining of James Bond's origin story.
The numbers suggest that Anthropic's Super Bowl commercials, combined with Anthropic's recent release of its new Opus 4.6 model, worked to drive attention to Claude's app and its key differentiator from ChatGPT.
Kingdom Come Deliverance receives next-generation console updates alongside a fresh PC patch Warhorse Studios has officially released its next-gen update for Kingdom Come: Deliverance. This update adds native Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 support, upgrading the game to 60 FPS with improved graphics. Visually, PS5/Xbox Series X/S players can expect “ultra-quality settings” and “improved […]
Coding doesn't have to be boring; you can spice it up a little bit and work work like a Peon! Add PeonPing to your AI coding app, and you'll never be held back by a silent terminal again.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, the latest game in the Castlevania series was revealed as a 2026 game release currently in development as a collaborative project between Konami, Evil Empire, and Motion Twin—the latter two being behind The Rogue Prince of Persia and Dead Cells, respectively. Belmont's Curse is a 2D action-adventure game that follows Trevor Belmont's successor through 1499 Paris as she wields the classic holy whip for both combat and traversal through the looming castle and eerie Parisian streets. Based on the Steam Store page, Belmont's Curse will feature fast-paced combat, a variety of weapons and abilities to wield and develop, challenging environmental puzzles, and plenty of enemies to keep things fresh.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will see the return of a number of classic Castlevania tropes and mechanics, like secret chambers, buried items, and challenging boss battles, but the game also switches things up with colorful twist on the series's gothic art style, seemingly blending some of the Dead Cells aesthetic with that of the famous vampire-killing franchise. Belmont's Curse doesn't have a fixed release date just yet, but it is slated to launch in 2026 for PC via Steam, the PlayStation 5, and the Xbox Series consoles via the Microsoft Store.
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Corsair published a low-key blog entry earlier this month (February 2), that described their recent updating of DRAM packaging that is "security and transparency"-focused. As depicted in a lone preview shot, the new container is plastic, but Corsair insists that this change—that ditches signature yellow cardboard boxes—will still retain "environmental responsibility." Interestingly, this move was implemented at the start of the year, so recent customers could be the first to receive revised retail packaging. The company's recycled plastic clamshell-style container, reminiscent of Kingston's present-day efforts, is adorned with a yellow sleeve. A familiar set of minimal text and branding is visible, but Corsair has not included product renders on the new design, at least not printed on front/top sections. The new design offers Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protection. So far, the North American gaming hardware/accessory firm has implemented a shift from cardboard to plastic for the VENGEANCE DDR5 (non-RGB, RGB and RGB RS) product range, specifically in two module configurations.
The official blog states that the new packaging design: "allows customers to see the actual memory modules before opening the package. Making it easier to confirm the exact product and helping ensure genuine CORSAIR DRAM is being returned when applicable...To further improve protection, the packaging includes a tamper-evident belly label that tears when opened, making any attempt to reseal the package immediately visible. With the current value of DRAM kits, this added layer of security helps protect customers and retailers from return fraud involving non-genuine modules, or Light Enhancement Kits being passed off as real RAM." Additionally, Corsair's still-in-rotation paper box format is due to receive a small update—the company intends to reintroduce a security label system that aims to provide a higher level of protection. Given the current street value of four module kits, this is a wise decision.
In a rather unfortunate throwback to the early days of the Hall effect gaming keyboard boom, it seems as though the new Haptic Inductive Trigger System in the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike gaming mouse is resulting in players getting permanently banned from Apex Legends for cheating. This is according to a new post on X by Iaroslav Mamalat, who shared a screenshot of an Apex Legends ban report that claims the player used gameplay enhancements.
An email received by the same player reads: "We observed: Gameplay enhancement. This means using unauthorized methods to enhance in-game performance by removing gameplay constraints or improving in-game abilities (e.g. weapon, movement, or item enhancements)." This potentially refers to the use of rapid trigger technology in the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike, but there are other reports in the replies to the X post that suggest it may simply have been a false ban, since similar has happened to other players who weren't using the new Logitech gaming mouse. Curiously, EA doesn't actually ordinarily ban rapid trigger keyboards in Apex Legends, but it isn't uncommon for game studios to ban SOCD, especially in competitive FPS games. Some theories online suggest that EA's anti-cheat may be using timing as a way to detect macro inputs, and that rapid trigger on the Superstrike may be resulting in click spamming that exceeds that timing threshold, resulting in a ban.
Micron announced its 9650 NVMe SSD has entered mass production, making it the first PCIe Gen 6 data center drive to reach this milestone. The series was first unveiled in July 2025, and it features Micron G9 TLC NAND, including Micron designed SSD controller ASIC, DRAM, and Micron produced and validated firmware. The Micron 9650 delivers up to 28 GB/s in sequential reads, double that of PCIe Gen 5 drives. The drive's sequential write speed reaches 14 GB/s, while its random read performance hits 5.5 million IOPS and its random write achieves 900,000 IOPS. These numbers show 100%, 40%, 67%, and 22% gains over Gen 5. At a 25-watt power state, the drive offers double the performance of PCIe Gen 5 options. It has a sequential read efficiency of 1,120 MB/s per watt (2× better than Gen 5), and its sequential write efficiency is 560 MB/s per watt (1.4 times better). The random read efficiency stands at 220 KIOPS per watt (1.7 times higher) and random write at 36 KIOPS per watt (1.2 times improved).
The Micron 9650 supports both air-cooled and liquid-cooled configurations to handle higher performance densities in modern data centers. Micron conducted 18 months of interoperability testing across the PCIe Gen 6 ecosystem, including validation with high-port switches, retimers, and demonstrations at industry events. The drive is now being qualified by OEM and AI data center customers for deployment in AI training and inference workloads, particularly those requiring high-throughput data access for large language models and retrieval-augmented generation pipelines. The Micron 9650 is available in E1.S and E3.S form factors with E1.S available for liquid cooling.
"The REANIMAL experience is a clear reflection of who Tarsier is—a group of individuals with a shared sensibility that feel privileged to have been able to work together on a game like this," said Oliver Merlöv, Managing Director, Tarsier Studios. "We believe the more personal the art, the more attention poured into every detail, the more worthy a game is of player's time. We can't wait for them to play REANIMAL!" And since many of you have asked about friend's pass we will let you know as soon as possible!
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Back in January, Congatec briefly outlined a "launch of five new modules featuring the new Intel Core Ultra Series 3" processor series. Over a month later, their "Panther Lake-H"-powered range has appeared online in COM-HPC and COM Express module forms. An introductory YouTube video, with a publication date of January 5, advertises a significant new generation leap for embedded computing and accelerated edge AI workloads. The best of these modules can deliver up to 180 TOPS of AI performance, presumably enabled by Team Blue's flagship Core Ultra X9 388H APU. The credit card-sized (55 x 84 mm/COM Express Type 10) MC1000 model can be configured with a maximum of 32 GB LPDDR5X (up to) 8533 MT/s "soldered down" system memory. A soldered LPDDR5X arrangement is detailed in the HPC/mPTL's spec sheet, up to 96 GB/8533 MT/s, on a SWaP-C optimized framework (95 x 70 mm/COM-HPC mini).
The ruggedized TC1000 and TC1000r models share the same overall dimensions (95 x 95 mm), that conforms to Congatec's COM Express compact format. The TC1000 board design sports dual SODIMM sockets, that can accept up to 64 GB DDR5/7200 MT/s memory modules, with total system capacity reaching 128 GB. The TC1000r's dram spec is described as: "96 GB LPCAMM2 memory based on LPDDR5x with up to 8533 MT/s" transfer rates. The largest "Panther Lake"-based option—HPC/cPTL (95 x 120 mm/COM-HPC Client Size A)—features an LPCAMM2 socket that accepts up to 96 GB of LPDDR5X memory, with max. transfer rates of 7466 MT/s. At the time of writing, Congatec's PR department has not issued a comprehensive PR piece. In the meantime, curious customers can peruse the manufacturer's detailed product pages, select various memory configs, and request quotes.
Valve has been on a roll, delivering handy UI changes and tweaks to the Steam experience in the name of a more cohesive user experience. The latest in the series of updates comes by way of a Steam client beta update that allows users to include their system specs when leaving a review. PC specs are already commonly mentioned in reviews where performance or optimization are a chief complaint, but the new Steam UI change would offer a standardized approach to leaving those specifications. Theoretically, it could also allow other Steam users with similar hardware to offer optimization tips in response to reviews with performance complaints, and it may help developers who don't collect user system information to optimize their games when performance problems become obvious.
In addition to the PC specs, the February 12 Steam Beta client update also includes the option to allow Steam to collect anonymized framerate data "without connection to your Steam account," but with hardware information included. Valve says it will use this data to "learn about compatibility and improve Steam," but the feature is still in beta and will focus on devices running SteamOS for the time being. This data could conceivably be used in the development of Proton and to optimize games and hardware for the upcoming Steam Machine and existing Steam Deck machines. Valve will also now allow Steam Deck users to optionally submit a reason for why they disagree with a Deck Verified rating when submitting such feedback.
Graphene is a two-dimensional lattice of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal pattern, renowned for its exceptional electrical conductivity, thermal transport, and mechanical strength. Turbostratic graphene is a stacked variant in which the layers are rotated and misaligned, weakening interlayer coupling and making the material easier to process at scale.
The journey takes Aurora's autonomous trucks roughly 15 hours, or about half the time a human operator could legally drive under federal hours-of-service rules. Existing regulations limit truck drivers to 11 hours of driving within a 14-hour window, require a 30-minute break after eight hours, and mandate a 10-hour rest...
SEGA has just released its third-quarter financials for its current fiscal year, and while some of its numbers don't look as strong as the company may have hoped, like having to incur $200 million impairment by devaluing Rovio, the Angry Birds maker that it acquired back in 2023, its future outlook has a lot for players to look forward to. In the segment of its presentation regarding its initiatives for the next fiscal year, SEGA lists that it plans "to release four major new titles for mainstay IPs." The next fiscal year will take us all the way to March […]
Although a little rough around the edges, the original Kingdom Come: Deliverance managed to carve out its niche with one of the most immersive medieval open-world role-playing games ever, making it easy for many fans of the genre to look past its technical shortcomings, especially on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. From today, however, even console players will be able to enjoy the first entry in the series by Warhorse Studios at its best, thanks to the previously rumored Next-Gen Update, now out on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Announced during today's Warhorse Studios Anniversary Celebration Stream, the Next-Gen […]
The battery sizes in the latest iPhones are slowly increasing in capacity, with the eSIM version of the iPhone 17 Pro Max getting treated to the biggest cell at 5,088mAh. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to cross this ceiling, and for the longest time, it was assumed that Apple ran into space problems, preventing it from adding bigger batteries. However, that myth has been debunked thanks to the latest video, which shows an iPhone 11 Pro, which is almost seven years old, getting treated to a massive 12,000mAh battery swap. To remind you, the dated flagship shipped with a […]
[Update - February 13 - 10:54 AM] The long-rumored 2.5.D entry in the God of War series, God of War Sons of Sparta, has been officially announced during a State of Play presentation. However, it is not a multiplatform release. If there are still multiplatform plans, they will be rolled out in the future. Original story follows. [Original Story] The God of War series is one of the tentpole PlayStation franchises, and one that represents the brand's identity best. Moving from the character-action experiences of the first three entries in the series, the franchise starring Kratos has evolved into a […]
Among the many games announced during yesterday's PlayStation State of Play presentation were also plenty of remasters that will soon give players the opportunity to enjoy now classic games on modern consoles and PC. Although teased in the past few months, the announcement of the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 was a welcome surprise, as are the undemanding PC system requirements revealed today. Revealed on the game's Steam Store page that went live shortly after Sony's presentation, the minimum and recommended requirements suggest that all players with a relatively modern CPU system should have no trouble enjoying the […]
Japan’s state-backed foundry Rapidus plans to begin production of 2nm-class semiconductors in the second half of its fiscal year 2027, with full-scale production expected in 2028.
A previously unknown threat actor tracked as UAT-9921 has been observed leveraging a new modular framework called VoidLink in its campaigns targeting the technology and financial services sectors, according to findings from Cisco Talos.
"This threat actor seems to have been active since 2019, although they have not necessarily used VoidLink over the duration of their activity," researchers Nick
The God of War trilogy remake is coming, and jumping into the Sons of Sparta 2D action game to see Kratos' real beginning brings a new perspective to the series.
Remedy Entertainment has released the first full gameplay trailer for Control Resonant, showcasing a "paranatural" warped Manhattan, new abilities, and zones to explore.
The best romance dramas aren't releasing this Valentine's Day — my most-anticipated BBC iPlayer show of the year just got its first look, and it's outright disturbing.
The Dutch phone giant Odido is the latest phone and internet company to be hacked in recent months, as governments and financially motivated hackers continue to steal highly confidential information about phone customers.
Steam beta allows gamers to add their hardware specifications to game reviews Valve has released a new Steam Client Beta that allows PC gamers to add their hardware specifications to game reviews. This update should increase the usefulness of user reviews, as gamers will be able to see whether reviewers use systems similar to theirs. […]
Laptop and Mini-PC maker Framework is sharing another update with the community about the company's cost base for acquiring DRAM, such as DDR5 memory. In its latest February update, the company notes that the cost for DDR5 memory in its systems is now priced at $12-16 per GB of capacity, depending on the kit size and total capacity. This means that for a 16 GB kit, customers are expected to pay anywhere between $192-256, and as much as about $400 for 32 GB of DDR5 memory in its Laptop 12/13/16 models. According to the company blog post, this represents an average price that Framework is charging depending on the kit, as there is different pricing for a single higher-capacity sticks or dual lower-capacity DIMMs going into the system.
In late December 2025, we reported that Framework's pricing was $10 per GB for 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB modules, and a bit higher for dual rank non-binary 48 GB modules. However, just two months later, the situation is now much worse, as we are seeing Framework's suppliers increasing memory costs anywhere from 20-60%, depending on the configuration.
Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, announced today the official launch schedule for its new open world RPG The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin. Players on PlayStation 5 and Steam will be granted to play earlier beginning March 16, 2026. The game's grand launch follows on March 23, expanding to mobile so more players can experience The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin across platforms.
This staged rollout reflects a platform-first approach designed to support stable service and an optimized play experience. Based on Closed Beta Test feedback, the game is applying upgrades to controls, combat pacing, and overall UI/UX, with a more polished version set to roll out across all platforms at the March 23 grand launch.
Euro-Q-Exa, the first EuroHPC Joint Undertaking quantum computer deployed in Germany, has been unveiled at the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre (LRZ) in Garching, Munich. The deployment marks a significant step in Europe's effort to build long-term quantum capability as part of its sovereign digital infrastructure, alongside world-leading high-performance computing (HPC).
Installed, hosted, and operated at LRZ, Euro-Q-Exa is designed not merely to provide access to quantum computing, but to enable European researchers to build, operate, and scale quantum capabilities locally. By embedding the system within an established HPC environment, the system supports the development of hands-on expertise, operational know-how, and sustainable research capacity within Europe.
Prepare to unravel the mysteries of the lost colony of Tau Ceti IV: Marathon is hosting a Server Slam where players worldwide can jump into Marathon and earn rewards for launch. The Bungie team has shared more details about the upcoming open preview weekend, which will run from February 26 to March 2 on PlayStation 5 and other platforms. The weekend will feature an introduction to Marathon's gameplay, with additional maps, factions, contracts, and more to come at launch and during Season 1.
Marathon is the upcoming survival extraction FPS from Bungie, the studio behind Halo and Destiny. In Marathon, you'll scavenge the lost colony of Tau Ceti as a bio-cybernetic Runner. Play with your crew, as a solo Runner, or form uneasy alliances with proximity chat as you take on hostile security forces, rival Runners, and unpredictable environments. Complete contracts, craft new builds, and take on greater challenges—culminating with the derelict Marathon ship in orbit.
Online detectives continue to sift through various Team Blue repositories, in search of any hint of new "Big Battlemage" GPU developments. Late last month, the somewhat mysterious Arc Pro "B70 and B65" workstation cards were rumored as supplanting the "BMG-G31"-based Arc B770 16 GB consumer-grade/gaming model. Mid-way through this week (February 11), Intel released its "Graphics Driver 32.0.101.8314 WHQL (Q4.25) for Intel Arc Pro Series Graphics" generic driver. VideoCardz has pored over the latest update information, and found no utterances next-gen hardware; most notably the "B70." A compatibility list only reaches the upper levels of familiar Arc Pro B60 24 GB and Pro B50 16 GB desktop GPUs—both utilizing the "BMG-G21" GPU die.
The "leaked" Intel Arc Pro "B70 32 GB" model could arrive at retail within the first quarter of this year, so web detectives are anticipating an increase of pre-launch activities in February and March. Members of the Intel Arc subreddit were not discouraged by VideoCardz's slightly disappointing investigation of patch notes—one member, WizardlyBump17, suggested that interested parties check out "the binary for mentions of G31." They themselves had found an official yet accidental "B70 commit" within Team Blue's ai-containers 0.14.1 changelog. Days later, this promising "validation" information was scrubbed and replaced with a cleaned up description. Additionally, WizardlyBump17 observed the non-professional "B770" model being wiped from an official GitHub commit—appropriately, yesterday's modification was titled "Cleanup Unwanted BMG Codenames."
Crystal Dynamics is excited to reveal two new video game titles in the Legacy of Kain franchise! Debuted today at Sony's State of Play, Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered modernizes the iconic 2003 action-adventure game with new graphic upgrades, modernized controls, and extensive bonus content. Published by Crystal Dynamics and developed by Crystal Dynamics and PlayEveryWare, this definitive edition of the classic adventure launches for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on March 3, 2026, and is available to pre-order today. Customers who pre-order will receive Kain and Raziel character skins inspired by the "Shifter" game concept, the inspiration for the entire Soul Reaver saga. (If you know, you know).
Also announced today is Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, a fast-paced 2D action platformer published by Crystal Dynamics and developed by Bit Bot Media in association with FreakZone Games (A Bit Bot Company) that introduces a brand-new gameplay style to the franchise, and features original voice actors reprising their iconic roles: Simon Templeman as Kain, Michael Bell as Raziel, Anna Gunn as Ariel and Richard Doyle as Moebius, plus a soundtrack from hit recording artist Klayton (Celldweller), releasing for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on March 31, 2026.
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The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) and the Illinois Economic Development Corporation announced that Quantum Machines will establish a flagship hub at the Park. Quantum Machines, the leading provider of hybrid control solutions, will operate a state-of-the-art lab at the IQMP, for research and development on a hardware-control co-design approach to align quantum processors, classical infrastructure, and control software. While the Park is under development, Quantum Machines will be situated at the IQMP's On-Ramp facilities in Chicago. On-Ramp is supported by grant funding from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.
"Illinois is building the future of quantum technology, and Quantum Machines' decision to establish a presence at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park is further proof that our state is the premier destination for next-generation innovation," said Governor JB Pritzker. "Quantum Machines is a global leader in quantum control technology, providing the critical systems that enable quantum computers to operate at scale. They will join a growing roster of companies that will be housed at the IQMP and strengthen Illinois' position as a global leader in this cutting-edge industry."
Lenovo seems to be returning to new-gen ThinkPad Detachable pastures this year, according to a major leak. Windows Latest has managed to acquire a set of promotional renders of the speculative "ThinkPad X13 Detachable Gen 1" model, finished in "Eclipse Black." As implied by the "X13" designation, early conjecture points to a 13-inch display surrounded by thinner bezels—clearly a size/design upgrade over Lenovo's second-gen ThinkPad X12 Detachable SKU. The latter has been surpassed—technologically—by various rival device ranges; namely Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and 12 lines, in x86 and Arm flavors. When analyzing the watermarked ThinkPad X13 Detachable Gen 1 image set, web sleuths have focused on the presence of USB-C ports labelled with lighting bolt symbols. Thunderbolt 4 capabilities would imply that the unreleased device has some sort of modern Intel APU onboard.
Windows Latest's exclusive report envisions Lenovo's selection of a Core Ultra 3 "Panther Lake-H" mobile processor. Upon launch back in 2024, the ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2's Core Ultra 100U "Meteor Lake" series processors were considered to be underpowered, even with the Core Ultra 7 164U (with vPro)-powered option. It is anticipated that the slightly larger successor will be introduced at next month's Mobile World Congress event, in Barcelona (MWC 2026, March 2 to 5). ThinkPad enthusiasts will be pleased to see the brand's familiar keyboard layout, a TrackPoint nub, physical right and left click buttons, and a circular fingerprint reader. So far, Lenovo's ThinkPad Detachable products have not sacrificed these major fan favorite features; normally reserved for traditional professional laptop/notebook designs.
Lightning is MSI's highest-end GPU series, with the Z suffix indicating the top-tier variant of the lineup, aimed at extreme overclockers and enthusiasts.
There's a new game bundle on Steam that lets you pick up what are arguably two of the best RPGs in the last few years on one discount. Developers Sandfall Interactive and ATLUS have joined together to form a bundle including both Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Metaphor: ReFantazio. Both games are currently on sale separately, but you can grab them together in a bundle for 10% off their combined price, and it's a bundle that both sides are proud to be a part of. Metaphor: ReFantazio creative director and writer Katsura Hashino said that he was "very pleased" to […]
Marathon is set to arrive on PC and PS5 on March 5, 2026, and just ahead of its arrival, Bungie is looking to stress-test its servers with a Server Slam Test that'll run from February 26 to March 2. The test was announced with a new gameplay trailer at yesterday's State of Play, after which game director Joe Ziegler showed off more of the game by streaming it with popular Twitch streamers TheBurntPeanut and Gingy. The new trailer was another showing of Marathon's narrative elements with a few more snippets of gameplay, before Ziegler began narrating and announcing the server […]
One of the major barriers to the adoption of China's DRAM and NAND products was the inclusion of CXMT and YMTC in the Pentagon's Section 1260H list, but in a new update, they have now been moved out. YMTC & CXMT Can Now Participate In US DoW Contracts, But Business With OEMs Isn't Entirely Risk-Free [Update]: The Pentagon has withdrawn the document that suggested updates to Section 1260H, and we haven't seen any updates from the Department of War (DoW) on it yet. [Original]: Well, it appears the prospect of manufacturers sourcing Chinese memory and NAND products has become much […]
Apple used a specific aluminum alloy within the iPhone 17 Pro Max to ensure the model's beefed-up heat dissipation capacity. However, that alloy is now leading to worrying cases of people's phones being dented even when secured by a case, negating the entire raison d'être for encasing your iPhone 17 Pro Max in the first place. Apple uses a 5080-series aluminum alloy for the iPhone 17 Pro Max and a 6000-series one for the base iPhone 17, leading to very different denting outcomes Erica Griffin recently posted images of her dented Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, clearly showing the frame […]
The U.S. and Taiwan finally signed a trade deal that saw the island get a lower 15% tariff on its goods compared to the previous 20%. In exchange for this, Taiwanese companies will invest $250 billion in the American tech industry, while Taipei will guarantee an additional $250 in loans, bringing the total invested amount to $500 billion.
Steam revealed in its Client Beta patch notes that it will let users show the specifications of their hardware when leaving reviews. This should help other players considering a title see if the feedback was affected by the reviewer's hardware, although Valve says that this feature remains optional.
Framework said that it's releasing a monthly update to monitor the memory chip situation and also announced that it will try to keep its RAM pricing as close as possible to the weighted average of its costs.
Hackers from Russian, China, India, North Korea, and elsewhere are using Google's Gemini AI to augment their attacks, Google says. From generating phishing lures, to translating text, coding, and vulnerability testing, Gemini is a core component of their hack attempts.
SEO is moving out of the marketing silo into organizational design. Visibility now depends on how information is structured, validated, and aligned across the business.
When information is fragmented or contradictory, visibility becomes unstable. The risk isn’t just ranking volatility – it’s losing control of how your brand is interpreted and cited.
For SEO leaders, the choice is unavoidable: remain a channel optimizer or shape the systems that govern how your organization is understood and cited. That shift isn’t happening in a vacuum. AI systems now interpret, reconcile, and assemble information at scale.
The visibility shift beyond rankings
The future of organic search will be shaped by LLMs alongside traditional algorithms. Optimizing for rankings alone is no longer enough. Brands must optimize for how they are interpreted, cited, and synthesized across AI systems.
Clicks may fluctuate and traffic patterns may shift, but the larger change is this: visibility is becoming an interpretation problem, not just a positioning problem. AI systems assemble answers from structured data, brand narratives, third-party mentions, and product signals. When those inputs conflict, inconsistency becomes the output.
In the AI era, collaboration can’t be informal or personality-driven. LLMs reflect the clarity, consistency, and structure of the information they ingest. When messaging, entity signals, or product data are fragmented, visibility fragments with them.
This is a leadership challenge. Visibility can’t be achieved in a silo. It requires redesigning the systems that govern how information is created, validated, and distributed across the organization. That’s how visibility becomes structural, not situational.
If visibility is structural, it needs a system.
Building the visibility supply chain
Collaboration shouldn’t depend on whether the SEO manager and PR manager get along. It must be built into the content supply chain.
To move from a marketing silo to an operational design, we must treat content like an industrial product that requires specific refinement before it’s released into the ecosystem.
This is where visibility gates come in: a series of nonnegotiable checkpoints that filter brand data for machine consumption.
Implementing visibility gates
Think of your content moving through a high-pressure pipe. At each joint, a gate filters out noise and ensures the output is pure:
The technical gate (parsing)
The filter: Does the new product page template use valid schema.org markup (product, FAQ, review)?
The goal: Ensuring the raw material is structured so LLMs can ingest the data without friction.
The brand signal gate (clustering)
The filter: Does the PR copy align with our core entities? Are we using terminology that helps LLMs cluster our brand correctly?
The goal: Removing linguistic drift that confuses an LLM’s understanding of who we are.
The accessibility/readability gate (chunking)
The filter: Is the content structured for RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) systems?
The goal: Moving away from fluff and towards high-information-density prose that can be easily chunked and retrieved by an AI.
The authority and de-duplication gate (governance)
The filter: Does this asset create “knowledge cannibalization” or internal noise?
The goal: Acting as a final sieve to remove conflicting information, ensuring the LLM sees only one single source of truth.
The localization gate (verification)
The filter: Is the entity information consistent across global regions?
The goal: Ensuring cross-referenced data points align perfectly to build model trust.
If gates protect what enters the ecosystem, accountability ensures that behavior changes.
Embedding visibility into cross-functional OKRs
But alignment without visibility into results won’t sustain change.
The most sophisticated infrastructure will fail if it relies on the SEO team’s influence alone.
To move beyond polite collaboration, visibility must be codified into the organization’s performance DNA.
We need to shift from SEO-specific goals to shared visibility OKRs.
When a product owner is measured on the machine-readability of a new feature, or a PR lead is incentivised by entity citation growth, SEO requirements suddenly migrate from the bottom of the backlog to the top of the sprint.
What shared OKRs look like in an operational design:
For product teams: “Achieve 100% schema validation and <100ms time-to-first-byte for all top-tier entity pages.”
For PR and communications: “Increase ‘brand-as-a-source’ citations in LLM responses by 15% through high-authority, entity-aligned placements.”
For content teams: “Ensure 90% of new assets meet the ‘high information density’ threshold for RAG retrieval.”
When stakeholders’ KPIs are tied to the brand’s digital footprint, visibility is no longer “the SEO team’s job.” Instead, it becomes a collective business imperative.
This is where the magic happens: the organizational structure finally aligns with the way modern search engines actually work.
Measuring visibility across the organization
The gates ensure the quality of what we put into the digital ecosystem; the unified visibility dashboard measures what we get out. Breaking down silos starts with transparent data.
If the PR team can see which mentions drive AI citations and source links in AI Overviews, they’re more likely to shift toward high-authority, contextually relevant publications instead of chasing any media outlet.
We need to shift from reporting rankings to reporting entity health and Share of Model (SoM). This dashboard is the organization’s single source of truth, showing that when we pass the visibility gates correctly, our brand authority grows with humans and machines.
Systems and incentives matter, but they don’t operate on their own.
Having the right infrastructure isn’t enough. We need a specific set of qualities in the workforce to drive this model. To navigate the visibility transformation, we need to move away from hiring generalists and start hiring for the two distinct pillars of an operational search strategy.
In my experience, this requires a strategic duo: the hacker and the convincer.
Feature
The hacker (technical architect)
The convincer (visibility advocate)
Core mission
Ensuring the brand is discoverable by machines.
Ensuring the brand is supported by humans.
Primary domain
RAG architecture, schema, vector databases, and LLM testing.
Cross-departmental OKRs, C-suite buy-in, and PR/brand alignment.
Success metric
Share of model (SoM) and information density.
Resource allocation and budget growth.
The gate focus
Technical, accessibility, and authority gates.
Brand signal and localization gates.
The hacker: The engine room
Deeply technical, driven, and a relentless early adopter. They don’t just “do SEO.” They reverse-engineer how Perplexity attributes trust and how Google’s knowledge vault weighs brand entities.
They find the “how.” They aren’t just optimizing for a search bar, but are optimizing for agentic discovery, ensuring your brand is the path of least resistance for an LLM’s reasoning engine.
The convincer: The social butterfly of data
This is the visionary who brings people together and talks the language of business results. They act as the social glue, ensuring the hacker’s technical insights are actually implemented by the brand, tech, and PR teams. They translate schema validation into executive visibility, ensuring that the budget flows where it’s needed most.
How AI visibility reshapes in-house and agency roles
As roles evolve, the brand-agency relationship shifts with them. If you’re an in-house SEO manager today, you’re likely evolving into a chief visibility officer, focusing on the “convincer” role of internal politics and resource allocation.
Historically, agencies were the training ground for talent, and brands hired them for execution. That dynamic may flip. In this new era, brands could become training grounds for junior specialists who need to understand a single entity deeply and manage its internal gates.
Meanwhile, agencies may evolve into elite strategic partners staffed by seasoned visibility hackers who help brands navigate high-level visibility transformation that in-house teams are often too siloed or time-constrained to see.
To prepare your team for the shift to SEO as an operational approach, take these steps:
Set the vision: Do you want to be part of the change? Define what visibility-first looks like for your business.
Take stock of talent: Do you have hackers and convincers? Audit your team not just for skills, but for mindset.
Audit the gaps: Where does communication break down? Find friction points between SEO and PR, or SEO and product, and fix them quickly.
Shift the KPIs: Move away from rankings and toward channel authority, impressions, sentiment share, and, most importantly, revenue and leads.
Be radically transparent: Clarity is key. You’ll need new templates, job descriptions, and responsibilities. Data should be shared in real time. There’s no room for siloed thinking.
What the first 90 days should look like:
Days 1-30 (Audit): Map your brand’s entity footprint. Where does your brand data live, and where is it conflicting?
Days 31-60 (Infrastructure): Embed visibility gates into your CMS or project management tool, such as Jira or Asana.
Days 61-90 (Incentives): Tie 10% of the PR and product teams’ bonuses to information integrity or AI citation growth.
The SEO leader as a systems architect
As we move further into the age of AI, the successful SEO leader will no longer be the person who simply moves a page from position four to position one. They’ll be the systems architect who builds the infrastructure that allows a brand to be seen, understood, and recommended by machines and humans alike.
This transition is messy. It requires challenging old thought patterns and communicating transparently and directly to secure buy-in. But by redesigning the structures that create silos, we don’t just “do SEO.” We build a resilient organization that is visible by default, regardless of what the next algorithm or LLM brings.
The future of search isn’t just about keywords. It’s about how your organization’s information flows through the digital ecosystem. It’s time to stop optimizing pages and start optimizing organizations.
For a long time, PPC performance conversations inside agencies have centered on bidding – manual versus automated, Target CPA versus Maximize Conversions, incrementality debates, budget pacing and efficiency thresholds.
But in 2026, that focus is increasingly misplaced. Across Google Ads, Meta Ads, and other major platforms, bidding has largely been solved by automation.
What’s now holding performance back in most accounts isn’t how bids are set, but the quality, volume, and diversity of creative being fed into those systems. Recent platform updates, particularly Meta’s Andromeda system, make this shift impossible to ignore.
Bidding has been commoditized by automation
Most advertisers today are using broadly similar bidding frameworks.
Google Smart Bidding uses real-time signals across device, location, behavior, and intent that humans can’t practically manage at scale. Meta’s delivery system works in much the same way, optimizing toward predicted outcomes rather than static audience definitions.
In practice, this means most advertisers are now competing with broadly the same optimization engines.
Google has been clear that Smart Bidding evaluates millions of contextual signals per auction to optimize toward conversion outcomes. Meta has likewise stated that its ad system prioritizes predicted action rates and ad quality over manual bid manipulation.
The implication is simple. If most advertisers are using the same optimization engines, bidding is no longer a sustainable competitive advantage. It’s table stakes.
What differentiates performance now is what you give those algorithms to work with – and the most influential input is creative.
Andromeda makes creative a delivery gate
Meta’s Andromeda update is the clearest evidence yet that creative is no longer just a performance lever. It’s now a delivery prerequisite. This matters because it changes what gets shown, not just what performs best once shown.
Meta published a technical deep dive explaining Andromeda, its next-generation ads retrieval and ranking system, which fundamentally changes how ads are selected.
Instead of evaluating every eligible ad equally, Meta now filters and ranks ads earlier in the process using AI models trained heavily on creative signals, improving ad quality by more than 8% while increasing retrieval efficiency.
What this means in practice is critical for marketers. Ads that don’t generate strong engagement signals may never meaningfully enter the auction, regardless of targeting, budget, or bid strategy.
If your creative doesn’t perform, the platform doesn’t just charge you more. It limits your reach altogether.
Creative is now the primary optimization input on Meta
Meta has repeatedly stated that creative quality is one of the strongest drivers of auction outcomes.
In its own advertiser guidance, Meta highlights creative as a core factor in delivery efficiency and cost control. Independent analysis has reached the same conclusion.
A widely cited Meta partnered study showed that campaigns using a higher volume of creative variants saw a 34% reduction in cost per acquisition, despite lower impression volume.
The reason is straightforward. More creative gives the system more signals. More signals improve matching. Better matching improves outcomes.
Andromeda accelerates this effect by learning faster and filtering harder. This is why many advertisers are experiencing plateaus even with stable bidding and budgets. Their creative inputs are not keeping pace with the system’s learning requirements.
While Google has not branded its changes as dramatically as Meta, the direction is the same. Performance Max, Demand Gen, Responsive Search Ads, and YouTube Shorts all rely heavily on creative assets to unlock inventory.
Google has explicitly stated that asset quality and diversity influence campaign performance. Accounts with limited creative assets consistently underperform those with strong asset coverage, even when bidding strategies and budgets are otherwise identical.
Google has reinforced this by introducing creative-focused tools such as Asset Studio and Performance Max experiments that allow advertisers to test creative variants directly. As with Meta, the algorithm can only optimize what it is given.
Strong creative expands reach and efficiency. Weak creative constrains both.
Many agencies are seeing the same pattern across accounts. Performance improves after structural fixes or bidding changes. Then it flattens.
Scaling spend leads to diminishing returns. The instinct is often to revisit bids or efficiency targets. But in most cases, the real constraint is creative fatigue.
Audiences have seen the same hooks, visuals, and messages too many times. Engagement drops. Estimated action rates fall. Delivery becomes more expensive.
This isn’t a platform issue. It’s a creative cadence issue. Creative testing is the missing optimization lever in mature accounts.
Most agencies are structurally set up to optimize bids, budgets, and structure faster than they can produce new creative.
Creative takes time. It requires strategy, copy, design, video, approvals, and iteration. Many retainers still treat creative as a one-off or an add-on rather than a core performance input. The result is predictable. Accounts are technically sound but creatively starved.
If your account has had the same core ads running for three months or more, performance is almost certainly being limited by creative volume, not optimization skill.
High-performing accounts today look messy on the surface with dozens of ads, multiple hooks, frequent refreshes, and constant testing. That isn’t inefficiency. That’s how modern PPC works.
Creative testing is a process, not a campaign
One of the biggest mistakes agencies make is treating creative testing as episodic. Launch new ads. Wait four weeks. Review results. Declare winners and losers. That approach is too slow for how fast platforms learn and audiences fatigue.
High-performing teams treat creative like a product roadmap. There’s always something new in development. Always something learning. Always something being retired.
Effective creative testing focuses on one variable at a time: hook, opening line, visual style, offer framing, social proof, or call to action.
It’s not about finding “the best ad.” It’s about building a library of messages the algorithm can deploy to the right people at the right time.
Once you accept that creative is the constraint, the operational implications are unavoidable. If creative is the main constraint, agency processes need to change.
Creative should be planned alongside media, not after it. Retainers should include ongoing creative production, not just optimization time. Testing frameworks should be explicit and documented.
At a minimum, agencies should be asking:
How often are we refreshing creative by platform?
Are we testing new hooks or just new designs?
Do we have enough volume for the algorithm to learn?
Are we feeding performance insights back into creative strategy?
The best agencies now operate closer to content studios than optimization factories. That’s where the value is.
Creative is the performance lever
Bidding, tracking, and structure still matter. But in 2026, those are table stakes.
If your PPC performance is stuck, the answer is rarely another bidding tweak. It’s almost always better creative. More of it. Faster iteration. Smarter testing.
The platforms have told us this. The data supports it. The accounts prove it.
Creative is no longer a nice-to-have. It’s the performance lever. The agencies that recognize that will be the ones that continue to grow.
I've searched through the Best Buy Presidents' Day sale and rounded up 50 of the best deals this weekend on TVs, appliances, laptops, and more top-rated tech.
Star Wars Galactic Racer looks like the most unhinged game the franchise has ever seen, and I'm thrilled it'll feature one of Episode 1's weirdest little guys.
Cohere surpassed $240 million in annual recurring revenue in 2025, highlighting strong enterprise AI demand as the Canadian startup positions itself for a potential IPO amid intensifying competition from OpenAI and Anthropic.
The feature, internally known as “Name Tag,” would allow smart glasses wearers to identify people and get information about them via Meta's AI assistant.
Two years ago, a controversial dating app was launched and quickly shuttered: for people with good-to-excellent credit. Now, the founder is relaunching it, open to anyone.
Corsair takes action to combat “return fraud” amid DRAM pricing surge Corsair has confirmed that it is making changes to its memory packaging, replacing the cardboard boxes of its DDR5 Vengeance memory kits to increase security and combat “return fraud”. With DRAM pricing skyrocketing over the past quarter, it has become more profitable for fraudsters […]
Lenovo's IdeaCentre Mini x is a compact PC with some impressive specs, including a Snapdragon SoC and 32GB of RAM. We loved it enough to give it a Best Award, and we know you'll love this massive 34% discount available for a limited time.
A developer has successfully ported a playable version of Minecraft to the Sega Saturn. While currently limited in features, the homebrew project allows players to place and destroy blocks.
Rambus Inc. (NASDAQ: RMBS), a premier chip and silicon IP provider making data faster and safer, today announced the appointment of Victor Peng to its Board of Directors, effective Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Mr. Peng is an accomplished executive with more than 40 years of leadership experience at top semiconductor companies. Most recently, Mr. Peng served as president of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), leading AMD's embedded and data center GPU businesses, AI software, and the research and advanced development group. Prior to AMD, Mr. Peng served 14 years at Xilinx, holding senior level positions including president and chief executive officer, board member, chief operating officer, executive vice president, and general manager of products. Mr. Peng currently serves on the Boards of KLA Corporation and Microchip Technology Inc.
We are excited to share that a demo of Planet of Lana II is live now! Return to Novo and play as Lana and Mui in this curated preview of their upcoming journey. This demo features atmospheric glimpses across five different points in the game, offering a deep dive into the expanded gameplay and breathtaking world-building, with just a whisper of the story yet to unfold.
Embark on an unforgettable cinematic puzzle journey with Lana and her loyal companion Mui. Whether you're a returning hero or a new adventurer, step into a world where a new, ancient mystery emerges from Novo's hidden depths. But as they scour these depths, a new threat will put their unbreakable bond to the ultimate test, guiding Lana to confront her destiny amidst encroaching shadows. Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf is a cinematic puzzle adventure framed by an epic sci-fi saga that stretches across centuries and galaxies. You do not need to have played the first Planet of Lana to enjoy the demo, but the original game is available if you would like to discover where their story began.
A Lenovo product manager on Chinese social media held up what is possibly the highest capacity and highest speed LPCAMM2 module. An LPCAMM2 is a SOCAMM2 module that uses LPDDR5 or LPDDR5X DRAM. It is replaceable, unlike traditional LPDDR implementations that see the DRAM chips hardwired to the notebook's mainboard. Pictured here, is a new Samsung LPCAMM2 that offers 96 GB of density with a speed of LPDDR5X-9600. This speed is natively supported by Core Ultra Series 3 "Panther Lake" mobile processors, or at least the Core Ultra X7 and X9 brand extensions. It not for the acute DRAM supply crisis, the mid-2020s were expected to see a rise in PC mainstream memory densities.
Pulsar Gaming Gears (AplusX Inc.), a leading developer of high-performance esports peripherals, and VAXEE Corporation, a respected innovator in gaming hardware, today announced the official launch schedule of the new Pulsar eS series of esports equipment. This highly-anticipated product line is the result of the strategic exclusive partnership and joint development work between the two companies, aimed at delivering unparalleled innovation and performance to the esports community.
The initial launch wave includes the Pulsar eS FS-1 Mouse, the Pulsar eS PD170 Mousepads, and the Pulsar eS Armsleeve (Arm Long XL, L, M). All products are in running production and are not limited editions, confirming Pulsar's commitment to making this reference-standard equipment widely available.
Start-stop is a relatively small feature with a dense engineering stack behind it. Modern systems tie together the engine control unit, starter-alternator hardware, beefed-up 12-volt or dual-battery architectures, and climate-control logic to shut the engine off during idle while keeping steering assist, brake boosting, and cabin comfort online.
According to the February 12 Steam beta patch notes, users can now automatically include hardware specs in game reviews and provide Valve with anonymized frame rate data. The features appear to be in the early stages of development but could eventually provide helpful performance metrics.
This behavior is known in research circles as sycophancy, Olson explains, referring to the well-documented tendency of large language models to agree with users rather than assert correct but potentially unpopular answers.
My Tutoro transforms your study materials into an active learning experience with podcasts, adaptive quizzes, flashcards, smart notes, and a 24/7 tutor chat. Upload syllabi, textbooks, or lecture notes, and it builds a personalized study pack from your actual curriculum.
It adapts as you learn with spaced repetition, practice exams, and progress tracking, targeting weak spots so you retain more and walk into exams confident.
Bardo helps families preserve life stories, memories, and wisdom in a secure, interactive legacy platform. You can organize photos, videos, and narratives on a timeline, store guidance in a Knowledge Center, and keep everything safe in a private Data Vault with end-to-end encryption. An AI-powered Avatar lets loved ones connect with your voice and insights when they need them. Designed for families, memory care, and palliative care, Bardo gives you control over access and honors ethical standards so your legacy endures.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a brand new 2D game in KONAMI's revered series, was announced yesterday during the State of Play. This year, the franchise celebrates its 40th anniversary, and fans are thrilled not only because of the new game (the first since 2014's Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2) but also because KONAMI has confirmed it's just the first in a series of new projects. Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is set more than two decades after the events of Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and the recent animated series on Netflix. It takes place in the streets of 15th-century Paris, where a new […]
A European chip lab based in Barcelona has developed a computing architecture featuring RISC-V and an Intel process, marking it the first step towards "sovereign infrastructure". BZL's Latest Chip Features "Tenary" Architectures Onboard, To Refine Workload-Specific Performance There's always a debate in the mainstream technology industry about Europe's role in the AI revolution, given that the region has few "independent" ventures that have contributed to the computing race. While we won't go into this debate for now, the Barcelona Zettascale Lab (BZL) has completed an "experimental" build of its Cinco Ranch TC1 chip. According to the lab's report, this marks […]
In what is a testament to the power of the emerging LLM-based coding tools, such as Claude Code, a group of teenagers recently spent the better part of a birthday bash building over ten games, and that too without any prior coding experience. Claude Code just enabled a group of teenagers to "go from consuming dopamine to producing it" by using LLM prompts to produce the code for as many as ten games The Chief Information Security Officer at Sysdig, Sergej Epp, recently penned a very interesting LinkedIn post detailing how he was able to show a group of teenagers […]
Intel gets in trouble as CCI fines it heavily for failing to honor the warranty for CPUs that were bought from abroad. Competition Commission of India Fines Intel a $30 Million for the Discriminatory Nature of its Warranty Policy in India Apart from losing ground to AMD in the desktop CPU market, Intel is now facing serious charges under Section 4 of the Competition Act, 2002, in India, which prohibits the abuse of dominant market position. Intel, a dominant desktop CPU seller in the country, is now facing legal consequences for enforcing a discriminatory warranty policy that has reportedly denied […]
USA-based independent developer ProbablyMonsters (which we recently interviewed about the launch of Storm Lancers on Nintendo Switch 2) was featured on the State of Play broadcast with an interesting new game called Crimson Moon. It's an action/adventure roleplaying game with optional co-op with another player. The setting is "Gothic High Renaissance"; the protagonist is a half-human, half-angel Nephilim born of a forbidden union and sworn to protect humanity as a Knight of the Crimson Moon. The game takes place in Gildenarch, a once grand metropolis now overrun by the Infernal Legion and a corruption known as "Hellgrowth". As players reclaim […]
Asus’ ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero swoops into the market as a high-end AMD motherboard with premium features, solid performance in our testing, and a fantastic all-black aesthetic.
We’re in a new era where web content visibility is fragmenting across a wide range of search and social platforms.
While still a dominant force, Google is no longer the default search experience. Video-based social media platforms like TikTok and community-based sites like Reddit are becoming popular search engines with dedicated audiences.
This trend is impacting how news content is consumed. Google’s current news SERP evolution is directly influenced by the personalization of query responses offered by LLMs and the rise in influencer authority enabled by social media platforms.
Google has responded by creating its own AI-powered SERP features, such as AI Overviews and AI Mode, and surfacing more content from social media platforms that provide the “helpful, reliable, people-first content” that Google’s ranking systems prioritize.
Now that search and social are more intertwined than ever, a new paradigm is needed – one in which newsroom audience teams made up of social media, SEO, and AI specialists work holistically on a daily basis toward a cohesive content visibility goal.
When optimizing news content for social platforms, publishers should also consider how those posts may perform in the Google SERP. I’ll cover optimizing for specific SERP features below, but first, you’ll want to think about making your news content social-friendly.
Optimize news content for social media platforms
First, a dose of sanity. Publishers should resist the temptation to optimize content for every social media platform.
It’s better to pick one or two social platforms – where an audience is already established and that offer the best opportunity for growth – than to create accounts on every social platform and let them languish.
Review analytics and conduct audience surveys to gain insights into which platforms your audience already consumes news content.
Here’s a breakdown by platform of which content types work best and how content from each platform can appear on Google.
YouTube
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Per Google, YouTube’s search ranking system prioritizes three elements:
Relevance: Metadata needs to accurately represent video content to be surfaced as relevant for a search query.
Engagement: Includes factors such as a video’s watch time for a specific user query.
Quality: Video content should show topic expertise, authoritativeness, and trustworthiness.
One trend I’ve noticed in YouTube videos on the Google SERP is that older event content can continue to drive visibility rankings long after the event has ended and well after the related article has faded in search rankings.
Explainer videos also demonstrate longevity on the Google SERP. In this government shutdown explainer video, Yahoo Finance includes the expert’s credentials in the description box, further emphasizing the topic expertise element that YouTube’s ranking system prioritizes.
YouTube can also help your visibility in AI Overviews. Nearly 30% of Google AI Overviews cite YouTube, according to BrightEdge. YouTube was cited most often for tutorials, reviews, and shopping-related queries.
While Facebook may not be the cool kid on the block anymore, the social platform has served a diverse set of users over its long history, from its initial audience of college kids to now attracting an older, majority female audience, per Pew Research Center data.
Community-based content and entertainment news that sparks conversation is key to engagement success on Facebook.
While Meta removed the dedicated news tab on Facebook in 2023-2024, leading to cratering Facebook referrals for news publishers, it’s worth noting that Facebook posts have been rising in Google SERP visibility over the last year, so it may be time to reconsider the platform from a search perspective.
In my review of Google search visibility, Facebook posts about holidays and the full moon appear consistently, and the short-form video format is popular.
Since Elon Musk took over the platform in 2022, the audience has shifted to the political right. While the left’s exodus made headlines, usage of X for news is stable or increasing, especially in the U.S., according to the 2025 Digital News Report from the Reuters Institute.
Breaking news, live updates, and political news dominate X feeds and Google visibility, but don’t overlook sports content, where X posts perform well on both the Google SERPs and Discover.
Instagram
This platform emphasizes stylish, visually driven stories and topics, such as red-carpet fashion at award shows. Health topics, especially nutrition and self-care, are also popular.
Sports posts from Instagram, especially game highlights, often surface on the Google SERP as part of a dedicated publisher carousel or in “What people are saying.”
Reddit
A unique aspect of Reddit is that its user base is often not on other social platforms. For news publishers, this can mean a golden opportunity for niche community engagement, but also requires a dedicated strategy that may not translate well to other platforms.
A wide range of news content can perform well on Reddit, from trending topics to health explainers to live sports coverage, but having a deep understanding of the platform’s audience is critical, as is following the Reddit rules of conduct.
Publishers should spend time studying the types of news articles and conversations that drive strong engagement on subreddits before posting anything. Per Reddit, the platform’s largest audiences gravitate toward the following topics:
Technology.
Health.
Direct to consumer (DTC).
Gaming.
Parenting.
The community discussion forum content from Reddit makes it a natural to appear in the Google SERP as part of the “What people are saying” carousel. The Reddit posts I see most often surfaced by Google are related to sports, entertainment, and business.
The TikTok user base leans female and has a greater share of people of color. Approximately half of 18- to 29-year-olds in the U.S. self-report going on TikTok at least once daily, per Pew Research data.
Visual, conversational, and opinion-based content for younger audiences performs best on TikTok. Niche community content also works well; think fashion, #BookTok, etc.
Remember that short-form video requires a dedicated strategy to maximize engagement and reach, and it’s important to keep in mind that TikTok audiences value authenticity over the polish of a professional newsroom production.
Entertainment and shopping content (sales, product reviews) are the categories in which TikTok demonstrates the most Google visibility.
Pinterest
While Pinterest may feel like an old-school social platform, Gen Z is its fastest-growing audience. That being said, Pinterest attracts users from across a wide range of age groups. According to Pinterest’s global data, its audience is 70% women and 30% men.
Don’t overlook the power of Pinterest for lifestyle content niches. Trends around fashion, home decor, DIY, crafts, recipes, and celebrity content are top performers on this visual social platform.
News publishers interested in this platform should have robust lifestyle content that is actionable and delivered with a motivational tone.
How-to and before/after formats are popular. Excellent quality visuals in a vertical format with a 2:3 aspect ratio and text overlays are recommended. Pinterest supports a more relaxed posting schedule compared to other social platforms. Weekly posting is ideal, since much of the content on Pinterest is evergreen.
Similar to Google Trends, Pinterest Trends can help news publishers stay on top of trending topics on the platform.
Social content opportunities by Google SERP feature
If you’re looking to appear in a particular SERP feature, it’s helpful to know how social platform content appears in each type.
Top Stories (or News Box)
The crown jewel of the Google SERP for news publishers, this feature is dedicated to breaking news and developing news stories as well as capturing updates for the big news stories and trends of the moment.
Thumbnail selection is critical for Top Stories. Publishers should pay close attention to the News Box descriptive labels to ensure content is optimized to match the specific intent or angle Google is seeking.
While historically a SERP feature that showcased traditional news publishers, Google is now including relevant social media content in the mix. The Instagram post in Top Stories below is an Instagram Reel from the Detroit Free Press.
Live update articles are often featured in the News Box and are a great format to embed social media posts.
It helps break up walls of texts and serves as a showcase for a news publisher’s live, original reporting from the scene, eyewitness accounts, and related social content that demonstrates a publisher’s subject expertise.
What people are saying
This Google SERP feature is ideal for capturing audience reaction and user-generated content from a variety of social platforms. Short-form video is often featured in this space.
It’s a showcase for any story or topic that drives emotional engagement, including reactions to everything from a celebrity death to a sporting event outcome to a viral trend. Severe weather is also a recurring topic.
Knowledge Panel
There’s a growing interest in this Google SERP feature among news publishers, especially those publishers who produce entertainment content.
Depending on the configuration, publishers have the opportunity to earn a ranking for an image, social post, or article, such as a celebrity biography.
While content opportunities are limited in the Knowledge Panel, they offer more exclusivity, which can increase CTR. YouTube and Instagram are commonly cited here, but X and TikTok have also been growing in visibility.
Google Discover
This social-search hybrid product, which features trending, emotionally engaging content based on a user’s web and app activity, requires a separate optimization strategy.
The keys to Discover visibility are identifying topics that spark curiosity and ensuring articles are formatted for frictionless consumption.
Discover has been considered a “black box” when it comes to content optimization, but there are several basic elements to implement that can increase visibility.
Viral hits may spike a news publisher’s Discover performance temporarily, but as Harry Clarkson-Bennett outlines, publishers need to analyze their Discover performance over time at the entity level to build a smart optimization strategy.
Google’s official Discover optimization tips discourage clickbait practices that actually work quite well on the platform, such as salacious quotes in headlines and content about controversial topics and strong opinion perspectives.
I would never recommend a publisher produce clickbait, but for tabloid publishers, content with a strong, contentious perspective overperforms on Discover, regardless of the official Google guidance.
Headlines and images require serious consideration. While Google is running an experiment in which their AI tool rewrites headlines for Discover, direct, action-oriented, and emotion-driven headlines traditionally perform best. There’s no specific character count recommendation, but at a certain point (typically 100+ characters), the headline will get truncated and an ellipsis will be used.
Images must be formatted to Discover specifications (at least 1,200 pixels wide) and should be eye-catching to make people stop and click. Keep articles short or include a summary box at the top of longer articles. Format articles for scanability.
This Forbes X post featured on my Discover feed nails the elements essential for inclusion.
Politics, sports, and entertainment topics that favor an opinion-driven perspective can drive strong engagement on Discover. For YMYL (Your Money Your Life) content, which can also perform well on Discover, focus on accuracy, expert sources, and lean into the curiosity gap.
YouTube and X are the dominant social platforms featured on Discover, according to a Marfeel study.
This was further confirmed by Clara Soteras, who shared insights from Andy Almeida of Google’s Trust and Safety team as presented at Google Search Central Live in Zurich in December 2025.
Almeida noted that Discover’s algorithm has been updated to “include content from YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, or X published by content creators.”
Instead of feeling dismayed by the increased competition from social media platform content appearing on Google’s SERPs and Discover, news publishers should welcome the additional opportunities for their content to be seen.
In a social and AI-powered search landscape, brand visibility is the key metric. Whether that visibility comes from a news publisher article, video, or social post, it still counts toward brand engagement.
While search strategies have long focused on algorithms, optimizing content for a social-forward SERP requires a different focus. The merging of social and search will spark a holistic audience team revolution in newsrooms, reduce redundant practices, and inspire a content strategy powered by people over algorithms.
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a malicious Google Chrome extension that's designed to steal data associated with Meta Business Suite and Facebook Business Manager.
The extension, named CL Suite by @CLMasters (ID: jkphinfhmfkckkcnifhjiplhfoiefffl), is marketed as a way to scrape Meta Business Suite data, remove verification pop-ups, and generate two-factor authentication (2FA) codes.
The best noise-cancelling earbuds block out the world without the bulk of over-ear headphones –here are our top recommendations based on in-house testing
After using it to track my sleep for months, I’m happy to say the Oura Ring 3’s sleep tracking still holds up – and that it’s been slashed down to this bargain price.
HP’s 16-inch Omen Max laptop comes with an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, 32GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD, and it’s currently on sale for Presidents Day with a huge 39% discount.
After a few hours with the game's opening chapters, I've found Monster Hunter Stories 3 has a lot to offer fans of the series who want to dig into a massive monster-growing and monster-battling sandbox, if you can gel with some of the repetition and its often grating tone.
A powerful business-focused 16-inch laptop that provides plenty of direct connectivity options, making it ideal for use both in the office and out in the field.
Konami has announced Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, a new entry in the long-running 2D-action series co-developed by the Dead Cells and the Rogue Prince of Persia creators.
TC Carson will be returning as Kratos in the new God of War Trilogy Remake Sony Santa Monica has confirmed that it is remaking the original God of War Trilogy. The studio is currently in the early stages of rebuilding God of War, God of War II, and God of War III for modern platforms. […]
We chat about everything endgame and progression with the Diablo 4 developers ahead of the Lord of Hatred expansion, which will be the biggest overhaul of Diablo systems to date.
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman predicts most white-collar tasks will be automated within 18 months, potentially reshaping the future of work as we know it.
I'm of the opinion that AI tools can be useful, but also need to get out of the way and not command all your attention. Which is exactly what this third-party GitHub Copilot app does, while still looking like it's part of Windows 11.
The classic survival horror game Dino Crisis and its action game sequel, Dino Crisis 2, have been re-released on Steam out of nowhere by Capcom, each with a 50% discount.
Pearl Abyss releases the final gameplay overview for Crimson Desert, this time highlighting its more down-to-earth features like developing the Greymanes' base camp, talking with NPCs, mini-games, customizing your character's cosmetic looks, and more.
Find the best Presidents' Day deals on everything in Microsoft's ecosystem in my curated list, including Windows PCs, new laptops, and Xbox gaming accessories.
TechPowerUp today released version 2.69.0 of GPU-Z, the lightweight graphics subsystem information, monitoring, and diagnostic utility. The update adds support for new NVIDIA GPUs, including the GeForce RTX 5090 D V2, RTX 3050 A Mobile, and multiple RTX Pro Blackwell models (5000, 4500, 4000, 4000 SFF, 5000 Mobile, 5000 Embedded, 2000, 1000, and 500). It also updated device ID support for the Quadro P1000, P2000, and RTX 6000. On the AMD side, support has been introduced for the Radeon RX 7400, Radeon 820M iGPU found in Ryzen AI 5 330 processors, Radeon Pro W6600X, Radeon Pro W7800, and Radeon Pro V710. Improvements were also made for AMD Strix Halo platforms.
New Intel support includes Arrow Lake H as well as Arc A380E and A310E graphics. Support for Moore Threads S30 has also been added. This release fixes shader count detection on some unknown AMD and Intel APUs, resolves incorrect clock speed reporting and ReBAR detection on Intel DG1, and addresses OpenCL detection issues on certain AMD devices. It also resolved crashes on unknown AMD GPUs, and overall kernel-mode driver stability has been improved. Grab TechPowerUp GPU-Z from the link below.
The new command-line interface for the Microsoft Store is designed to provide developers with a novel approach to app management. Officially named Store CLI, the tool includes several options for both discovering and deploying apps and software, with no need to use the cumbersome, ever-evolving GUI of Windows 11.
Set during the New Republic Era after the events of Return of the Jedi, Star Wars: Galactic Racer looks like it could finally satisfy demand for a modern WipeOut-style racer.
Sony and Kojima Productions have confirmed that the sequel to 2019's well-regarded post-apocalyptic delivery simulator will be available on Steam and the Epic Games Store starting March 19. Unsurprisingly, the PC port will add various performance-enhancing and quality-of-life features.
Samsung and its next-generation chipset, the Exynos 2700, have started to get included in a lot of reports, hinting at its development under the Korean giant’s second-generation 2nm GAA process, also known as SF2P. Where the Exynos 2600 provided the necessary stepping-stones, its successor will take the reins and solidify Samsung’s position as a worthy player in the chipset space, but more importantly, the silicon’s arrival is expected to boost the firm financially too. According to the latest report, the company’s non-memory business will receive a nice bump with the Exynos 2700’s launch. The latest estimate claims that the Exynos 2700 […]
One of the biggest surprises of yesterday's State of Play broadcast was undoubtedly the announcement of Project Windless. An open world action RPG in development at KRAFTON Montréal, it is based on the "The Bird That Drinks Tears" fantasy universe created by the Korean novelist Lee Youngdo, which has been described as "The Korean Lord of the Rings". Patrik Méthé, Head of KRAFTON Montréal Studio and Creative Director, said in a statement: From the start, we asked ourselves what it really means to play a legendary figure in a fantasy world. For us, that meant giving players real agency, not […]
Due to an increase in reports of fake RAM kits, Corsair has begun packaging its Vengeance DDR5 RAM modules in a new packaging to combat counterfeits. Corsair Officially Announces Transparent Vengeance DDR5 Packaging, Making it Easier for Verifying the Authenticity You may have already read reports of fake DDR5 kits being circulated in the market. While fake hardware scams are well-known, the rise in fake DDR5 RAM kits began at the end of 2025 as a result of higher prices. Some users got DDR4 RAM modules inside DDR5 shells, while some received DDR4 modules inside DDR5 packaging. This was one […]
The preliminary power limits of Intel's Nova Lake "Dual Compute Tile" CPUs have been revealed, with up to 150W PL1 & 500W PL2. Intel Nova Lake CPUs Could Boast Up To 500W PL2 & Over 800W PL4 Power Limits In Dual Compute Tile Configurations A few days ago, we got to learn that Intel's Nova Lake-S Desktop CPUs with dual compute tiles could feature power consumption of 700W+, which was a bit shocking, but it looks like the power limits for Nova Lake-S Desktop CPUs have been further explained. According to Kopite7kimi, the number was based on a chip with […]
During yesterday's State of Play broadcast, KONAMI and Annapurna Interactive have unveiled the first gameplay trailer for Silent Hill: Townfall. The spin-off psychological horror game was announced back in 2022, and this is the first time we learn anything concrete about it. Meanwhile, the development team, originally known as No Code (the same ones behind Stories Untold and Observation), has rebranded to Screen Burn. More information was revealed in the subsequent Silent Hill Transmission, where the game was described as a full-length, self-contained adventure set in cold Scotland and played entirely in first-person, marking a significant shift from the series' […]
China's SMIC has recently said that memory shortages are affecting broader supply chains, and the CEO said many customers are looking to scale back chip orders. SMIC Claims That Ditching Chip Orders in Light of DRAM Shortages Isn't the Wise Move For Customers DRAM has become one of the most important commodities in the AI world, given its rapid integration across AI architectures and end products. We have been witnessing shortages for several quarters now, and, apart from their impact on the client segment, large-scale foundries like SMIC are also seeing the effects. Talking about quarterly earnings, SMIC's co-CEO, Zhao […]
Seeing a 65W CPU dying is surely rare, but once again, we are seeing the CPU deaths continue on ASRock motherboards. Redditor Reports Dead Ryzen 5 7500F on ASRock Motherboard; A 65W CPU That Reportedly Ran Normally for 7 Months In a rare incident, we are seeing deaths of power-efficient Ryzen CPUs. This is probably not the first time such an incident happened, but this is definitely one of the first times we are seeing such a report surfacing on Reddit. The Redditor u/External-Wear-1515 reported that his AMD Ryzen 5 7500F died on the ASRock B850 RS PRO WiFi motherboard. […]
OpenAI on Thursday released GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark, its first AI model served on chips from Cerebras Systems, marking the ChatGPT maker’s first production deployment on non-Nvidia silicon.
In December 2025, in response to the Sha1-Hulud incident, npm completed a major authentication overhaul intended to reduce supply-chain attacks. While the overhaul is a solid step forward, the changes don’t make npm projects immune from supply-chain attacks. npm is still susceptible to malware attacks – here’s what you need to know for a safer Node community.
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QuitGPT is a viral grassroots campaign encouraging users to cancel ChatGPT over political and ethical concerns, highlighting rising tensions between AI platforms and their users.
ExpressVPN has announced the acquisition of four ISO certifications alongside a new transparency report revealing zero data disclosures, reinforcing its position as a privacy leader.
Death Stranding 2 is coming to PC this year PlayStation Studios has announced that Death Stranding 2 is coming to PC on March 19th, with Kojima Productions and Nixxes Software working on the new version. On PC, Death Stranding will gain support for new graphical settings, modern upscaling, frame generation, and more. The game will […]
MSI announced today it is strengthening its strategic partnership with Samsung Display. Following Samsung Display's reveal of the QD-OLED Penta Tandem technology brand, MSI confirms it had already begun integrating this exclusive 5-Layer Tandem QD-OLED into its monitor lineup in early 2025 to deliver the industry's premier visual experience for gamers.
Penta Tandem Technology: MSI's Core Advantage
The newly launched Penta Tandem brand from Samsung Display represents a significant breakthrough in QD-OLED technology. By utilizing a 5-layer stack structure in the blue emitting layer and optimizing organic materials, this technology effectively disperses energy to improve brightness, lifespan, and luminous efficiency.
KRAFTON today unveiled Project Windless, a new open-world action RPG set in the fantasy universe of The Bird That Drinks Tears novel series, with the debut of its first-ever trailer during today's Sony PlayStation's State of Play. This marks the first public reveal of the single-player title, currently in development at KRAFTON Montréal Studio, and introduces players to a vast world shaped by myth, war, and legendary heroes.
A New Premium Open-World Action RPG
Designed as a player-driven open-world experience, Project Windless centers on a continent-spanning conflict, combining epic storytelling with visceral, mastery-driven combat and massive real-time battles. Built with Unreal Engine 5, the game features a non-linear structure where player decisions shape alliances and the broader conflict unfolding across the world through exploration, combat, and interaction with key factions.
TrendForce's latest analysis of the HBM industry reveals that as the ongoing expansion of AI infrastructure continues to fuel GPU demand, NVIDIA's upcoming Rubin platform is expected to become a major catalyst for HBM4 adoption once mass production begins. The three leading memory suppliers—Samsung, SK hynix, and Micron—are now in the final stages of HBM4 validation, with completion anticipated by 2Q26.
Samsung, supported by its strong product stability, is projected to secure certification first. SK hynix and Micron are expected to follow shortly thereafter, forming a three-supplier ecosystem for NVIDIA's HBM4.
Spotify co-CEO Gustav Söderström made the admission during the company's fourth-quarter earnings call. Like every other chief executive, Söderström was praising AI's ability to accelerate development at the company.
Data from the UC system show that 12,652 undergraduates are majoring in computer science this year, a 6% decline from 2024 and down 9% over two years. That figure still represents nearly double the number of CS majors from a decade ago, but the reversal marks the first sustained retreat...
50 Feet Away is a proximity-based social discovery app that shows you who’s physically nearby in real life. Instead of swiping on strangers miles away, you can see who’s at the same bar, restaurant, event, hotel, or venue as you.
The goal isn’t online chatting; it’s real-world interaction. Users can create “Hot Zones” at locations, see activity levels, connect with people who are open to meeting, and decide why they’re out (social, networking, exploring, etc.). It’s designed to make going out more intentional and less random.
Faster LPCAMM2 LPDDR5X memory featuring up to 96 GB capacities and 9600 MT/s transfer rates is entering mass production soon. LPCAMM2 "LPDDR5X" Memory Modules Feature Up To 96 GB Capacities & 9600 MT/s Speeds In Compact Form Factor The LPCAMM2 form factor is designed to reduce PCB sizes on mobile and notebook form factors. So far, LPCAMM2 memory has featured LPDDR5 memory and also supports faster LPDDR5X memory. While the standard has been gaining traction, it looks like Samsung has yet to begin mass production of its fastest LPCAMM2 modules. Lenovo China's manager, @思考未来啊, has posted a picture of a […]
The M5 Pro and M5 Max are expected to be Apple’s first SoCs to offer separate CPU and GPU blocks, thanks to TSMC’s new ‘Small Outline Integrated Circuit’ packaging (SoIC), unlocking more possibilities on its portable Macs. From lowering manufacturing costs by improving yields to obtaining new performance levels, these are a few benefits that companies can witness by moving to a chiplet design, but if that’s the case, why has Qualcomm yet to adopt it? We’ve discussed some possibilities below, but we also believe that it will be necessary for the company to eventually make the transition. If bringing chipsets […]
Threat actors have started to exploit a recently disclosed critical security flaw impacting BeyondTrust Remote Support (RS) and Privileged Remote Access (PRA) products, according to watchTowr.
"Overnight we observed first in-the-wild exploitation of BeyondTrust across our global sensors," Ryan Dewhurst, head of threat intelligence at watchTowr, said in a post on X. "Attackers are abusing
Helion's Polaris device hit 150 million degrees C recently, a milestone that nudges the company toward its commercial power plant that will sell electricity to Microsoft.
Console gamers might not necessarily become console owners, as Sony's PlayStation UK division is experimenting with leasing the PlayStation 5. The lease starts at £9.95 per month and varies depending on the console version. This plan involves a 36-month lease for a PlayStation 5 Digital Edition with 825 GB of storage. Opting for a shorter lease, such as 24 months or 12 months, increases the monthly cost to £10.49 and £14.59, respectively. Other versions of the PlayStation 5, like the PlayStation 5 Pro, as well as accessories such as the DualSense Edge Wireless Controller, PlayStation VR2, and PlayStation Portal Remote Player, can also be leased for an additional cost per month, based on your lease choice. There is also a "rolling" lease option where users pay £19.49 monthly and can cancel at any time, provided they return the console.
A quick calculation shows that the 36-month lease is the most expensive, totaling £358.20 by the end of the term. Afterward, users have several options: upgrade the console by returning the old one, continue with the monthly subscription, or exit the Flex plan by returning the console. For the 24-month and 12-month plans, users pay £251.76 and £175.08, respectively, by the end of the lease period. These plans also offer the same options: return the console, upgrade the hardware and return, or continue paying the monthly fee for a while longer. The only flexible plan is the monthly rolling option, which allows users to pay £19.49 per month without any long-term commitment, and they can cancel at any time. This plan doesn't require any upfront payment for the console.
Hello, everyone! We just revealed Crimson Moon to the world in today's State of Play! In this PS Blog post, we're excited to share more details about this gothic action-adventure coming to PS5 in 2026.
A dark, gothic world
Crimson Moon is an action-adventure RPG set in a gothic world full of angels, demons, and ancient gods. Players will embody the Nephilim, a human-angel hybrid serving the Order of the Crimson Moon tasked with reclaiming the cursed city of Gildenarch from the evil that infests it. Mankind once stood on the precipice of extermination by the Infernal Legion's charge. Born from a forbidden union between man and angel, the Nephilim emerged and rallied humanity to victory, banishing the forces of darkness from their world. Now, you have been called upon once more to the city of Gildenarch, where a foul darkness has claimed the city. District by district and ward by ward, players must fight their way through the ancient, cursed metropolis, all the while facing down hordes of the undead, vampires, and the demonic Infernal Legion's return. Each cleared district pushes back the Legion's Hellgrowth and unlocks new challenges, culminating in a winner-take-all confrontation with the sinister vampire lord, Solomon Moore, the architect of Gildenarch's demise.
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, in collaboration with Nixxes Software, is proud to announce that DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH will be coming to PC on March 19th, 2026, with pre-purchase starting today on Steam and Epic Games Store. In this standalone sequel, DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH offers a new range of tools, weapons and vehicles at Sam's disposal. With his companions from DRAWBRIDGE by his side, Sam takes on a new adventure to connect Australia to the Chiral network. Beset on all sides by enemies, Sam will have to shoot, sneak, and sprint his way out of trouble, as well as survive natural disasters such as earthquakes, sandstorms and forest fires, and brave the ruinous Timefall as he strives to save humanity from extinction once again. The Social Strand System returns, connecting players from around the globe allowing you to shape someone else's world, and have their actions shape yours.
Immerse yourself in the world of DEATH STRANDING like never before with added Ultrawide monitor support including 21:9 UltraWidescreen for both gameplay and in-game cutscenes for both PC and PS5 and 32:9 Super UltraWidescreen for PC, all in 4K resolution. The PC edition of DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH offers players flexibility, whether you want to make use of the complete mouse and keyboard support by personalising their gameplay and mapping custom keybinds or feel the action with full DualSense controller integration with haptic feedback and adaptive trigger functionality, the choice is yours. Players have all sorts of audio support options as well including 3D Audio via Dolby Access, DTS Sound Unbound support, or Windows Sonic for Headphones.
Attention all racers! Sony's State of Play broadcast has revealed an exclusive look at Star Wars: Galactic Racer - with one of the galaxy's most beloved podracer pilots revving up his engines. Take a look! Resolute repulsorcraft racers streak across the volcanic surface of Sentinel One, the dusty sands of Jakku, the treacherous ice of Ando Prime, and the lush jungle of Lantaana - our first look at the verdant planet - in this breathtaking new gameplay trailer, a follow-up to the reveal trailer that accompanied the announcement at the 2025 Game Awards.
"Our goal with Galactic Racer is to deliver a racing experience that's cinematic, skill-driven, and unmistakably Star Wars, and this gameplay reveal is a major step toward that vision," says Craig Derrick, an executive producer with Lucasfilm Games.
Thermal Grizzly is pleased to announce the official launch of the first public software suite for the GPU power monitoring tool WireView Pro II, as well as the release of the first official firmware update. Both the software and the firmware update are optional. However, when used together, they enable full functionality of the WireView Pro II, including data logging and device configuration via PC.
The software primarily allows additional functions to be configured on the WireView Pro II:
Revealed during today's Sony PlayStation State of Play, the story trailer sets the stage for a global intrigue, as Bond is recruited into MI6 and enters the world of espionage, full of hidden agendas and unseen threats. The trailer offers early glimpses of Bond's exploits in Iceland, showcasing his decisive judgment, nerve, and resourcefulness that draw the attention of MI6, propelling him into the grueling training of the newly revived 00 programme. Still inexperienced and sometimes reckless, Bond (portrayed by Patrick Gibson) will have to confront his instincts with the structure and discipline of his new world, where initiative is not always rewarded, and obedience is often the expectation.
As he enters the world of espionage, Bond discovers an unexpected advocate in M (portrayed by Priyanga Burford), who recognizes his potential as an agent able to take control of desperate situations and complete his objectives, following his own judgment. John Greenway (portrayed by Lennie James), a former 00 agent and the programme's training instructor, stands in contrast to Bond. A disciplined, by-the-book operative, Greenway's strict philosophy quickly clashes with Bond's instinctive and improvisational approach in the field.
Yeah. We're thinking he's back. Today at the Sony State of Play Showcase, global content leader Lionsgate and best-selling video game publisher and developer Saber Interactive announced a new AAA video game based on Lionsgate's billion-dollar John Wick franchise. Tailored for mature audiences and currently in development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, the new single-player third-person action game will combine John Wick's unparalleled, adrenaline-fueled "gun-fu" fighting style with Saber's proven reputation for creating thrilling gaming experiences that leave players craving more. John Wick franchise director Chad Stahelski and star Keanu Reeves are both involved in the game's production, with Reeves signed on to reprise his iconic character's look, voice and more. Watch the brand-new reveal trailer for the "Untitled John Wick Game" now and get ready to feel the hard-hitting, cinematic action of John Wick like never before.
"I can't wait for fans to step into the shoes of John Wick and explore the multi-dimensional world of The High Table," stated Jenefer Brown, President of Global Products & Experiences at Lionsgate. "We are collaborating closely with Saber's dedicated team to develop a game that captures the unparalleled action, brand-defining fight choreography, immersive world-building, and authenticity of the films." "John Wick is one of the most iconic characters in action film history. Saber is honored to be working alongside Chad, Keanu and the Lionsgate team in a true collaboration to bring the world of Wick to life in a AAA game," said Matthew Karch, CEO at Saber Interactive.
ASUS Republic of Gamers today announced ROG Kithara - the first ROG high-fidelity planar magnetic gaming headset. ROG partnered with HIFIMAN, a world-renowned planar headphone innovator, to develop ROG Kithara, giving gamers incredibly immersive, audiophile-grade in-game audio. The headset features special ROG-customized 100 mm HIFIMAN planar magnetic drivers to offer excellent frequency extension at both ends of the spectrum with minimal distortion, delivering sounds that stay true to the original source. The bass is deep yet smooth, while the treble is crisp and well-extended, providing clearer and more refined audio experiences to give gamers a competitive edge.
The ROG Kithara has an open-back design for an extremely wide and dimensional sound stage with clear sound separation of balanced bass, mids, and treble. This offers precise imaging and enhances gamers' spatial awareness, enabling them to pinpoint the exact source and location of in-game sounds. In addition, an on-cable full-band MEMS boom microphone ensures clean, distortion-free voice pickup across an ultrawide 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency range. Separate signal channels help prevent crosstalk, while the high SNR provides detailed and natural voice reproduction with minimal background noise. In addition, the Kithara includes a headphone cable with a balanced 4.4 mm plug and a 3.5/6.3 mm single-ended plug for compatibility with most DACs, amplifiers, PCs and gaming consoles. For laptops and mobile users, the Kithara includes a USB-C-to-dual-3.5 mm adapter for greater flexibility.
It's been three years since the AMD AM5 motherboard platform and the 600-series motherboards launched. Since its launch, the platform has seen the launch of several CPUs in the Ryzen 7000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 9000 families. While the 600-series motherboards provide great features & compatibility with newer Zen 5 CPUs, motherboard makers are always looking to enhance user experiences through the latest technologies, so AMD has introduced a new chipset line called the 800-series. Now, AMD has introduced both X870 and B850 series chipsets for high-end and mainstream AM5 motherboards. Both of these chips provide brand-new designs and brand-new […]
The Game Awards might have the words 'awards' in the title, but anyone who has seen Geoff Keighley's annual show knows that it's more about the announcements than the awards. The DICE Awards, however, are the absolute opposite. It's all about the awards, and it's all about the people who make the games that win those awards. With the nominees and winners selected by the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences (AIAS), it's arguably the closest thing the video game industry has to The Oscars, if only because every winner gives thanks to "the academy." Leading into this year's show, […]
The METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.2 has been unveiled for PC and consoles Konami has officially unveiled Vol. 2 of its Metal Gear Solid Master Collection, which will deliver “first-ever” ports of Metal Gear Solid 4 to new platforms. To date, Metal Gear Solid 4 has been available only on Sony’s PlayStation 3, a […]
ASUS today announced ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2, a compact yet powerful Copilot+ PC designed to elevate business productivity with AI-driven intelligence, enterprise-grade security, and premium professional design. Powered by the latest up to Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 3 processor and weighing just 1.38kgi with an aluminium build and a 180° lay-flat hinge, ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 is engineered for mobility, durability, and seamless collaboration.
Superb AI performance
ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 delivers exceptional productivity with the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 3 processor, up to 50 TOPS NPU, and Intel graphics. Designed for professionals, it handles demanding multitasking, data-intensive applications, and AI-driven workflows with ease. Coupled with up to 19 hours of battery life, this business laptop supports all-day efficiency, making it a reliable companion for modern challenges.
Today at the PlayStation State of Play, Remedy Entertainment unveiled new gameplay details and features for CONTROL Resonant, the highly-anticipated sequel to Remedy's critically acclaimed, multi-award-winning CONTROL. The first full gameplay footage running on PlayStation 5 Pro Console offers a glimpse of the main character Dylan Faden in action as he hunts a powerful Resonant enemy within the shifting landscape of the West Incursion Zone in Manhattan, reshaped by otherworldly forces actively breaking reality apart.
CONTROL Resonant will be published by Remedy Entertainment. Annapurna Pictures are co-financing and co-producing the game as part of a strategic partnership with Remedy Entertainment. CONTROL Resonant is scheduled to be released in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and Mac via Steam and the App Store.
Both Client and Server x86 CPU segments saw shipments grow in Q4 2025, with servers leading the charge with a 6.5% increase. Client & Server CPU Segments Saw Shipments Increase In Q4 2025: Client-Side With 2.7% & Server Side With 6.5% Growth The latest CPU market report is out by JPR and is inline with what we reported in our Mercury Research data. As per JPR, the global client CPU market expanded in Q4 2025, following a growth trajectory for 4 quarters straight in a row. As per the latest figures, the client CPU shipments increased by 2.7% versus the […]
Intel's Panther Lake "Core Ultra Series 3" CPUs are now available in compact modules for Edge AI & Embedded platforms. Intel Panther Lake CPUs With LPCAMM2 Featured On Compact Modules For Edge AI & Embedded Systems During the Intel Tech Tour 2025, the blue team showcased its brand-new Panther Lake modules designed for Edge AI and Embedded systems. Now, a few weeks after launch, we are seeing the first of these Edge computing systems being announced. Congatec has announced its new COM-HPC and COM Express modules with Intel Core Ultra Series 3 "Panther Lake" CPUs. The modules come in various […]
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is an upcoming team fighting game that recently showed up in leaks ahead of its official launch. Most recently, however, Fighting Souls shown up at the Sony State of Play, where Arc System Works, the developer behind the game, announced its official launch date aand revealed some information about the game's narrative, characters, and team dynamics. First off, it has been announced that Marvel Token: Fighting Souls will launch on August 6, 2026 for both PC and PS5, and pre-orders will start on February 19, 2026.
The announcement also came with a team announcement trailer for the Unbreakable X-Men, which is comprised of Storm, Magik, Wolverine, and Danger. In the trailer, we got a small taste of each character's personality and fighting style, with characters like Magik and Wolverine getting up close and personal with a combination of melee and maneuverability, while Storm and Danger lean more into slightly more ranged attacks and abilities. The trailer also showed off a team-based finisher attack, which saw all four characters jump into the fray with a flurry of attacks.
Nova tracks your net worth in real-time across banking, investments, real estate, vehicles, cryptocurrency, and manual assets. It connects to over 20,000 institutions via Plaid to sync balances and transactions. The app offers AI-driven budgets, spending analytics, subscription detection, cash flow forecasts, and debt payoff strategies. Nova ensures security with AES‑256 encryption, TLS, and zero‑knowledge practices, and offers a 30-day free trial with plans starting at $9.99 per month.
Google Deepmind co-founder and Microsoft AI lead Mustafa Suleyman suggests that the big tech firm is moving away from OpenAI reliance, as the latter's financials look increasingly dire.
ScratchTrack is a multi-track DAW for macOS that brings version control to audio production. You can create branches to try new arrangements or mixes and then merge the best ideas without overwriting your main session.
With Google officially confirming the Pixel 10a will be coming soon, Optus is clearing out its stock of the 9a via this two-for-one deal, with plans starting at AU$92.46 per month.
If you've read my 'Wuthering Heights' review, you'll know why I won't be rushing to rewatch it this Valentine's Day. So may I suggest this sexier, and completely free, movie instead?
Tvist is more than a social network—it’s a vibrant community where creatives and authentic voices connect and step away from the algorithms and AI. Build your profile, forge new friendships, share your latest work, and spark genuine conversations with real people. Support fellow creators with comments and become part of groups that share your passion. Tvist empowers you with integrated tools; open your own shop, share your craft, and use the community to build trust and engagement. Paid membership will provide access to additional tools, limit fake profiles, and support an ad-free environment.
Though not a universally recognized name like Resident Evil or Silent Hill, Koei Tecmo's Fatal Frame series carved out its niche with unique features, namely a distinct Japanese horror feel in its story and setting, and the Camera Obscura, a very peculiar camera that enables regular people to see ghosts. The end results haven't always been perfect, but the series' unique vibe has made it a darling among many survival horror fans looking for something beyond the most celebrated series. Following the release of Maiden of Black Water in 2015, the Fatal Frame series returned in 2021 with a remake of the […]
Today's PlayStation State of Play has already seen a handful of exciting announcements, like the release date for Game Freak's upcoming Souls-like RPG, but fans of the God of War franchise are likely having an extra-special day, with two announcements coming out of the event. Firstly, God of War: Sons of Sparta, a 2.5D Metroidvania telling Kratos's origin story, has officially launched and is available for the PlayStation 5. Sons of Sparta follows Kratos during his days training as a warrior at the Agoge with his brother Deimos. Sons of Sparta was written by the same Santa Monica Studio team that was responsible for God of War 2018 and God of War Ragnarök, while the development was handled by Mega Cat Studios, a studio packed with experienced developers who have by now worked on a slew of Metroidvanias. The game promises dynamic combat with the classic Spartan sword and shield as well as a variety of "Gifts of Olympus," to spice things up.
Gini Talent provides global recruitment, staffing, employer of record, and business setup services across 100+ countries. It helps enterprises and high-growth teams hire, onboard, and stay compliant while scaling into new markets. Powered by proprietary tech and AI, it screens and shortlists thousands of candidates in hours, supports mass hiring, and connects you with IT consultants worldwide. From payroll and contracts to entity formation, it streamlines cross-border operations in one place.
Sony hosted its hour-long February 2026 State of Play today, and while plenty of the announcements were surprises, some of them, like the new Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls reveal, we had a heads up on. After its Steam page was accidentally updated to include additional information, like how the game will feature 20 characters at launch, it seemed like a safe bet that it would be featured during today's event. Not only was it shown off, but we got another look at more gameplay with this trailer, specifically featuring the Unbreakable X-Men, with Storm, Magik, Wolverine, and Danger all joining […]
With Saros getting an April 30, 2026, release date confirmation during The Game Awards 2025, it seemed like a lock to be included during today's February 2026 State of Play, and it was. Housemarque did not disappoint, making a major show of more gameplay from Saros as we get closer to its release. Today's trailer dug deeper into the game's systems and focused more on what Housemarque means by its "come back stronger" mantra for Saros' gameplay style. We got a look at how you'll upgrade your armor via the Armor Matrix with resources you gather on your runs, and […]
It has been some time since we last saw Kratos in action in God of War Ragnarok, and it will likely be longer before we see how his and Atreus' story continues. However, fans of the series now have one more game to look forward to: a remake of the first three entries in the series. Announced at the end of today's State of Play presentation with a brief teaser trailer, the God of War Trilogy Remake will deliver a modernized version of the Greek Saga in which Kratos is at his most violent. Unfortunately, details are scarce at the moment, as the […]
Out of all the announcements included in today's February 2026 State of Play, the one that will potentially be the most remembered is Saber Interactive's reveal of a AAA John Wick game, featuring Keanu Reeves in the titular role, and the confirmation that the game is being made in collaboration with Chad Stahelski, director of the recent films and one of the key visonaries behind their success (who is also directing a Ghost of Tsushima film). You might recall that last month, almost right at the beginning of the year, Lionsgate teased that it was working on a major John […]
TechRadar exclusively reveals Hasbro’s new Star Wars: The Vintage Collection wave inspired by The Mandalorian & Grogu, including a deluxe Mandalorian & Grogu figure, Imperial Remnant AT-RT and troopers, and IG-11 ahead of the film's 2026 premiere.
Brigada Games and Devolver Digital’s zombie apocalypse checkpoint simulator puts you in control of your very own checkpoint. Check survivors, weed out the infected, and research the disease, and you just might survive in this viral indie game available now on Xbox PC and Game Pass.
Beast of Reincarnation is an upcoming story-driven Souls-like RPG from Game Freak that was previously shown off at an Xbox Developer_Direct earlier this year, with a cross-platform launch slated for late 2026. Now, thanks to a new PlayStation State of Play release date announcement trailer, the game date has an official PlayStation 5 release date of August 4, 2026. Previously, it was revealed that the game would launch cross-platform on day-one, so PC and Xbox Series players can expect to see the game on Steam and the Microsoft Store on August 4, as well. The release date announcement trailer also gave us a better look at the protagonist, Emma, her abilities as Purifier, and the various monsters gamers can look forward to facing off against in Beast of Reincarnation.
As was suggested in the previous announcement, it looks as though mobility and verticality will be an important part of both combat and traversal in the world—especially Emma's grapple ability, which features several times throughout the trailer. Similarly, coordinating attacks with your in-game companion, Koo, who seems to operate more or less independently during fights, also appears to be a central mechanic. It was also revealed that some monster fights will feature mid-fight evolutions—hardly surprising from Game Freak, a studio known for Pokémon.
The ASUS ROG Ally series is no stranger to issues, with early models of the ROG Ally suffering from issued with the microSD slot, due to its placement near the exhaust vent. Now, according to an automated message sent to a writer at Windows Central, ASUS is "experiencing high repair volumes" not too long after shipments started for the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally. This was discovered when Jennifer Young attempted to send in her five-month-old ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X for warranty repair after it spontaneously gave up the ghost, but was told that repairs could not be completed in the country of purchase, the UK, due to high repair volumes. Instead, select repairs will be processed in overseas repair centers, likely adding extra delays to the repair process.
High repair volumes aren't necessarily an indication of an issue with a device or any hardware at all—it could also indicate that the company sold far more devices than it had anticipated in a short timeframe. ASUS has previously had well-documented issues with its RMA and repair processes, however, and anecdotal Reddit reports also appear to indicate that the Xbox Ally X may have issues with the USB port, sticky buttons, and seemingly random motherboard issues. The reports of high repair volume come shortly after reports of software issues with the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally, although these seem to have been mostly caused by Microsoft itself, not ASUS.
Asine is an Android testing AI agent. Input natural language prompts (e.g., "Test login for crashes"), and the agent runs tests on cloud emulators, self-heals issues automatically, and delivers GIFs of executions along with reasoning logs. You can manage test cases and steps effortlessly in one dashboard. It is fast, smart, and script-free, saving you time and sanity!
After years of almost complete silence following Hideo Kojima's departure from Konami, the Metal Gear Solid series has finally returned to the spotlight with Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 and last year's Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a remake of the third entry in the series. While it's unknown if the remake developed by Virtuos and Konami will be followed by any other series' remake or new entry in the series, we have learned during today's State of Play presentation that fans will soon get the chance to experienceMetal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace […]
Star Wars: Galactic Racer made its gameplay debut during the February 2026 State of Play, with a short trailer from Fuse Games to showcase its podracing in action after the developer confirmed we'd have podracers alongside speeders and other vehicles from the Star Wars universe. The gameplay shown did its best to showcase how Fuse is trying to convey how insanely fast these vehicles are going. As much as the studio needs to hit the mark on the look of the world, the track design, and the handling for each of the vehicles, it'll all be for nought if it […]
Besides providing new looks at PlayStation Studios titles, the February 12 State of Play presentation showcased some of the biggest third-party games launching this year. Among them is Control Resonant, the second entry in Remedy Entertainment's series, and the studio's most ambitious game to date. An ambition that was made evident by the first gameplay showcase. The gameplay reveal, which can be watched below, shows how Dylan Faden, brother of Control's protagonist Jesse, takes on a wide range of paranatural threats using the environment and his shapeshifting weapon called Aberrant. Though only around 3 minutes long, the gameplay trailer does […]
As we predicted when Sony announced the State of Play, one of the PlayStation Studios reveals for tonight's showcase was the gameplay and release date reveal for Ghost of Yotei Legends, after it was initially announced during Gamescom 2025. Just like Ghost of Tsushima Legends, this new co-op multiplayer mode will be available as free DLC for players who already own Ghost of Yotei, and it'll arrive on March 10, 2026. Showcased with gameplay captured on a PS5 Pro, the new trailer showed a bit of the kinds of missions you'll get to play in Ghost of Yotei Legends, which […]
Around eight months after its debut on PlayStation 5, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is launching on PC on March 19, complete with some PC-exclusive features. The game's release date on PC was confirmed with a new trailer shared during today's State of Play presentation, which also provided the first look at this new version of the game and some of its exclusive features, which include unlocked framerates (with the exception of cutscenes that will be locked at 60 FPS), ultrawide resolutions support, DualSense support, upscaling and frame generation, although the trailer did not specify if all current upscaling […]
Cursor claims Nvidia engineers produce three times more code using AI tools, yet industry observers remain skeptical about the quality and stability of the code.
Corsair Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRSR) ("Corsair" or the "Company"), a leading global provider and innovator of high-performance products for gamers, streamers, content-creators, gaming PC builders, and sim racing enthusiasts, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, as well as guidance for the first quarter and full year 2026.
The Company also announced that its Board of Directors authorized the Company to repurchase up to $50 million of its outstanding common stock. This represents Corsair's first repurchase authorization. The repurchase program is effective immediately, does not have an expiration date and is subject to market conditions, applicable laws and regulatory guidelines.
Didero functions as an agentic AI layer that sits on top of a company’s existing ERP, acting as a coordinator that reads incoming communications and automatically executes the necessary updates and tasks.
Any consumer electronic that features DRAM will get expensive to the point that its affordability will be out of your range. Soon, 8GB RAM configurations will become common, but here’s something you don’t see every day. The Acer Aspire 14 AI, a 14-inch Windows 11 notebook that’s equipped with 16GB RAM and up to a 1TB SSD, is available for as low as $459.99. How? Well, Amazon is giving you an incredible opportunity to own a decent portable computer, but you’ll have to hurry because these deals don’t stay active for long. The Acer Aspire 14 AI is also marketed […]
Applied Materials must pay a $252 million civil penalty to settle allegations that it illegally exported semiconductor manufacturing equipment to SMIC subsidiaries.
Xbox plans to prepare developers for the future at GDC 2026 Microsoft has confirmed that it will be at GDC 2026 in full force, with plans to discuss the “future of Xbox”, implying that we will hear about the company’s “next-generation” plans at the event. While Microsoft’s statements are somewhat vague, a talk from their […]
Hello to all bikers out there! The wait is finally over: Ride 6 is out tomorrow (February 12), and it's time to rev up and start a new adventure. Over the past two years, we've poured our hearts into creating an experience that celebrates every aspect of motorcycle culture. Today, we're excited to pull back the curtain on one of the pillars of this new chapter: how we brought over 40 tracks to life in the game. As you know, Ride 6 features both real-world and fictional tracks, each crafted with utmost care. Our teams worked hard to recreate iconic locations that have shaped motorcycling history, while also designing completely original tracks that are just as memorable and fun to ride.
For real tracks, the process starts on location. We map the entire circuit from above using drones, capturing anywhere from 2,000 to 2,500 photos depending on the size and complexity of the track. Before flying, we set up 20-25 Ground Control Points (GCPs). These are PVC panels marked with an "X," and we record their exact positions with high-precision GPS antennas. Once the photos are taken, we link each GCP to every image it appears in, attaching the corresponding GPS coordinates. This method allows us to generate point clouds with an impressive margin of error of just 2.5 cm.
Late last October, Qualcomm revealed its AI200 and AI250 chip-based accelerator cards, and racks. Oddly, the company's press material mentioned the utilization of Low-Power DRAM (LPDDR) memory rather than in vogue High Bandwidth tech (HBM)—the latter has quickly become the de facto choice for cutting-edge AI-crunching enterprise platforms. Modern types of LPDDR memory are normally found in portable devices powered by Qualcomm chipsets, but the San Diego-headquartered fabless semiconductor firm seems to be exploring the deployment of LPDDR6X modules in server-grade equipment. According to inside track information—published by The Bell South Korea—Samsung Electronics has reportedly sent prototype LPDDR6X samples of to the House of Snapdragon chips.
One of The Bell's anonymous industry sources opined that this move was a little bit out of the ordinary; given that the LPDDR6 (non-X) standard received official JEDEC certification not that long ago (Q3 2025). The still in-progress Samsung LPDDR6X development project has been linked to Qualcomm's 2027 launch of the AI250 inference-focused server platform. The publication's official contact believes that a tight AI200-series release roadmap has prompted the very early supply of LPDDR6X modules. Last month, rumors emerged about the AI200 and AI250 inference accelerators being sized up with SOCAMM2 in mind. In December, the Samsung Memory Product Planning Team divulged forthcoming branches of non-X tech—most notably that "low-power DRAM technologies such as SOCAMM" are being spun-off from "AI-focused module solution(s) leveraging LPDDR6 architecture."
Just few more days until the horrors begin! REANIMAL, the highly anticipated co-op horror game from Tarsier Studios, creators of Little Nightmares and Little Nightmares II, launches this Friday, February 13. Pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition now secures 10% savings and grants access to the REANIMAL Season Pass, which includes all three DLCs in The Expanded World campaign—delivering all-new horrors for players to survive.
There are three upcoming chapters in The Expanded World, the first of which is scheduled to release in summer 2026. The Expanded World will weave a completely original story around new child protagonists, thrusting players into chilling new environments and monstrous horrors across the war-torn REANIMAL island.
Mid-way through the week, computer game hardware observers started to notice the dwindling availability of Valve's Steam Deck OLED handheld. The popular portable gaming PC first launched almost three years ago, first releasing as the LCD screen-based version. The 256 GB LCD model was discontinued last December, leaving the more expensive OLED options—in 512 GB and 1 TB configured forms—in charge of keeping Valve's handheld legacy alive. Unfortunately, prospective buyers—in North America, Japan (via Komodo—Valve's regional distribution partner), Taiwan, South Korea, and Hong Kong—are unable to acquire new OLED stock. Initial reportage has highlighted a "plentiful" supply for UK and Australia-based customers, but several key market territories are seemingly affected by a sudden shortage. At the time of writing, Valve has not commented on this head scratching situation.
A lack of official announcements has driven online community speculation; mainly about possible dry spells of Steam Deck-related component shipments. Presently, the two OLED SKUs utilize 16 GB of unified LPDDR5-6500 RAM, paired with 512 GB or 1 TB NVMe SSDs. The ongoing computer memory and storage crisis has caused plenty of price fluctuation chaos throughout late 2025 and early 2026. Coinciding with troubled times (November 2025), Valve unveiled a new wave of Steam products. As of this month, the Bellevue, Washington-based corporation has remained schtum about the launch MSRP of its Steam Machine. In a worst case scenario, fearful portable and SFF gaming hardware enthusiasts are imagining forthcoming price hikes of Steam Deck OLED hardware, and $1000+ cost of ownership for Valve's second attempt at breaking the mini PC market.
This early implementation is purely experimental. 3mdeb describes it as a proof of concept rather than a stable release, noting that it's not suitable for production systems. Yet the project gives firmware developers a rare opportunity to see how AMD's next-generation silicon initialization layer operates in practice before it replaces...
Allumeria is a voxel-based sandbox game centered on exploration, boss fights, and dungeon raids. Although it is expected to enter early access soon, the indie title nearly disappeared from Steam due to what appears to be an overzealous AI bot.
MasterIt.AI delivers cognitive technical assessments that evaluate how developers reason and collaborate with AI, not just whether their code compiles. It places candidates in AI-assisted scenarios and measures metacognition, handling ambiguity, and contradiction detection. The platform captures problem-solving approaches, validates how candidates use AI tools, and produces clear reports that help teams hire faster with better fit. Use realistic case studies, coding with Copilot, and AI PM/EM discussions to see how candidates think.
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As the SaaS market reels from a sell-off sparked by autonomous AI agents like Claude Cowork, new data shows a 53% drop in AI-driven discovery sessions. Wall Street dubbed it the “SaaSpocalypse.”
Whether AI agents will replace SaaS products is a bigger question than this dataset can answer. But the panic is already distorting interpretation, and this data cuts through the noise to show what SEO teams should actually watch.
Copilot went from 0.3% to 9.6% of SaaS AI traffic in 14 months
From November 2024 to December 2025, SaaS sites logged 774,331 LLM sessions. ChatGPT drove 82.3% of that traffic, but Copilot’s growth tells a different story:
SaaS AI Traffic by Source (Nov 2024 – Dec 2025)
Source
Sessions
Share
ChatGPT
637,551
82.3%
Copilot
74,625
9.6%
Claude
40,363
5.2%
Gemini
15,759
2.0%
Perplexity
6,033
0.8%
Starting with just 148 sessions in late 2024, Copilot grew more than 20x by May 2025. From May through December, it averaged 3,822 sessions per month, making it the second-largest AI referrer to SaaS sites by year-end 2025.
Investors erased $300 billion from SaaS market caps over fears that AI agents will replace enterprise software. But this data points to a less dramatic force: proximity.
Copilot thrives because it captures intent inside the workflow. Standalone tools saw a 53% traffic drop while workplace-embedded AI grew 20x.
Software evaluation is work, and Copilot sits where that work happens.
When someone asks, “What CRM should we use for a 20-person sales team?” while building a business case in Excel, that moment is captured—one ChatGPT never sees. The May surge reflects that activation: Microsoft 365 users realizing they could research software without opening a new tab.
41.4% of SaaS AI traffic lands on internal search pages
SaaS AI discovery sends users to internal search results first, not product pages.
Top SaaS Landing Pages by LLM Volume
Page Type
LLM Sessions
% of AI Traffic
Penetration vs Site Avg
Search
320,615
41.4%
8.7x
Blog
127,291
16.4%
8.1x
Pricing
40,503
5.2%
3.2x
Product
39,864
5.1%
2.0x
Support
34,599
4.5%
2.1x
Despite capturing 320,615 sessions — more than blog, pricing, and product pages combined — this dominance likely reflects LLM limitations, not superior content. LLMs route users to search when they lack a specific answer.
For SaaS companies watching their stock crater, that’s useful news: there’s a concrete technical fix. The 41.4% isn’t an existential threat. It’s a crawlability problem.
When an LLM can’t find a direct answer, it defaults to the site’s internal search. The AI treats your search bar as a trusted backup, assuming the search schema will generate a relevant page even if a specific product page isn’t indexed.
At 1.22%, search page penetration is 8.7x the site average. The cause is a “safety net” effect, not optimization.
When more specific pages — like Product or Pricing — lack the data an LLM needs, it falls back to broader search results. LLMs recognize the search URL structure and trust it will return something relevant, even if they can’t predict what.
Blog pages follow with 127,291 sessions and 1.13% penetration. These are structured comparison posts — “best CRM for small teams” or “Salesforce alternatives” — that LLMs cite when they have specific recommendations.
Pricing pages show 0.45% penetration; product pages, 0.28%. When users ask about software selection, LLMs route to comparison surfaces — search and blog — first. Direct product or pricing pages get cited only when the query is already vendor-specific.
The July peak and Q4 decline reflect corporate work cycles
SaaS AI traffic peaked in July at 146,512 sessions, then declined steadily through Q4:
Month
Sessions
Change
July 2025
146,512
Peak
August 2025
120,802
-17.5%
September 2025
134,162
+11.1%
October 2025
135,397
+0.9%
November 2025
107,257
-20.8%
December 2025
68,896
-35.8%
Every platform declined. ChatGPT’s volume was cut in half, dropping from 127,510 sessions in July to 56,786 by year-end. Copilot fell from 4,737 to 2,351. Perplexity dropped from 7,475 to 3,752.
Two factors drove the slide:
People weren’t working. August is vacation season, November includes Thanksgiving, and December is the holidays. Software research happens during work hours; when offices close, discovery drops.
Q4 ends the fiscal “buying window.” Most teams have spent their annual budgets or are deferring contracts until Q1 funding opens. Even teams still working aren’t evaluating tools because there’s no budget left until the new fiscal year.
The July peak reflects midyear momentum: people are working, and Q3 budgets are still available. The Q4 decline reflects both fewer researchers and fewer active buying cycles.
This is where the sell-off narrative breaks down.
Investors treat a 53% traffic drop as proof that AI discovery is stalling. But the data aligns with standard B2B fiscal cycles.
AI isn’t failing as a discovery channel. It’s settling into the same seasonal rhythms as every other B2B buying behavior.
What this data means for SEO teams
Raw traffic numbers don’t show where to invest. Penetration rates and landing page distribution reveal what matters.
Track penetration by page type, not site-wide averages
SaaS shows 0.41% sitewide AI penetration, but that average hides concentration. Search pages reach 1.22%—8.7x higher. Blog pages hit 1.13%. Pricing pages are at 0.45%. Product pages lag at 0.28%.
If you’re only tracking total AI sessions, you’re measuring the wrong metric. AI traffic could grow 50% while penetration on high-value pages declines. Volume hides what matters: where AI users concentrate when they arrive with intent.
Action:
Segment AI traffic by page type in GA4 or your analytics platform.
Track penetration (AI sessions ÷ total sessions) by page category monthly.
Identify pages with elevated concentration, then optimize those surfaces first.
Search results pages are now a primary discovery surface
Internal search captures 41.4% of SaaS AI traffic. If those results aren’t crawlable, indexable, or structured for comparison, you’re invisible to the largest segment of AI-driven buyers.
Most SaaS sites treat internal search as navigation, not content. Results return paginated lists with minimal product detail, no filter signals in URLs, and JavaScript-rendered content LLMs can’t parse.
Action:
With 41.4% of traffic hitting internal search, treat your search bar as an API for AI agents.
Make search pages crawlable (check robots.txt and indexability).
Add structured data using SoftwareApplication or Product schema.
Surface comparison data — pricing, key features, user count — directly in results, not just product names.
Make your data legible to LLMs — pricing and content both
The sell-off is pricing in obsolescence, but for most SaaS companies the real risk is invisibility. Pricing pages show 0.45% AI penetration—below the 0.46% cross-industry average. Blog pages captured 127,291 sessions at 1.13% penetration, but only when content directly answered selection queries. The pattern is clear: LLMs cite what they can read and parse. They skip what they can’t.
Many SaaS sites still gate pricing behind contact forms. If pricing requires a sales conversation, AI won’t recommend you for “tools under $100/month” queries. The same applies to blog content. When someone asks, “What CRM should I use?” the LLM looks for posts that compare options, define criteria, and explain tradeoffs. Generic thought leadership on CRM trends doesn’t get cited.
Action:
Publish pricing on a dedicated, crawlable page. Include representative examples, seat minimums, contract terms, and exclusions.
Keep pricing transparent. Transparent pages get cited; gated pages don’t.
Replace generic blog posts with structured comparison pages. Use tables and clear data points.
Remove fluff. Provide grounding data that lets AI verify compliance and integration capabilities in seconds, not minutes.
Workplace-embedded AI is growing 10x faster than standalone LLMs
Copilot grew 15.89x year over year. Claude grew 7.79x. ChatGPT grew 1.42x. The fastest growth is in tools embedded in existing workflows.
Workplace AI shifts discovery context. In ChatGPT, users are explicitly researching. In Copilot, they’re asking questions mid-task—drafting a proposal, building a comparison spreadsheet, or reviewing vendor options with their team.
Action:
Track Copilot and Claude referrals separately from ChatGPT. Monitor which pages these sources favor.
Recognize intent: these users aren’t browsing — they’re mid-task, deeper in evaluation, and closer to a purchase decision.
Show up in workplace AI discovery to support real-time purchase justification.
Survival favors the findable
The 53% drop from July to December reflects AI usage settling into the software buying process. Buyers are learning which decisions benefit from AI synthesis and which don’t. The remaining traffic is more deliberate, concentrated on complex evaluations where comparison matters.
For SaaS companies, the window for early positioning is closing. The $300 billion sell-off is hitting the sector broadly, but the companies that survive the repricing will be those buyers can find when they ask an AI agent, “Should we renew this contract?”
Teams investing now in transparent pricing, crawlable data, and comparison-focused content are building that findability while competitors debate whether AI discovery matters.
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AMD enables Hollywood's most demanding creators as they stretch the boundaries of visual storytelling. On Feb. 9, 2026, the Advanced Imaging Society (AIS) presented AMD with its Production Technology Lumiere Award to recognize the capabilities of its latest generation of "Zen 5"-based EPYC Server and Ryzen Threadripper Pro workstation processors. During the ceremony, the award presenter, Evan Jacobs, Vice Chair of AIS from Marvel Studios, underscored how dramatically computing technology has reshaped filmmaking. "Using a 2005 vintage workstation to render next year's "Toy Story 5," the team at Pixar would need 131 years to get Woody and Buzz Lightyear to the screen." Today, that same level of work can be completed in hours thanks to the newest architecture from AMD.
AMD Current-gen Processors Power a New Era of Filmmaking
AMD processors deliver compute‑dense architecture, exceptional throughput, and leadership energy efficiency. With up to 192 cores on EPYC and up to 96 cores on Threadripper Pro, AMD processors give studios the power to consolidate demanding workloads, accelerate creative iteration, and keep production timelines on track. Studios are increasingly turning to high-density, energy-efficient compute to meet the demands of real-time rendering, complex simulations, and AI-driven workflows. AMD EPYC and Threadripper Pro platforms enable that shift, giving directors and artists the power to hit their creative and production goals without compromise.
This week, South Korean semiconductor industry news outlets have mentioned an imminent unveiling of cutting-edge memory-making equipment at this month's Semicon Korea 2026 exhibition. This important trade event kicked off yesterday (February 11)—soon after start time, a Heraldcorp article appeared online; predicting Hanmi Semiconductor's presenting of a brand-new Wide TC Bonder. A photo of the company's freshly established booth shows printed promotional material that showcases the latest production hardware. Reportedly, the newest tech is being positioned as an "alternative to Hybrid Bonder (HB) for High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) mass manufacturing." Local experts believe that the commercialization of Hybrid Bonders has been delayed numerous times, due to widespread technical difficulties. Apparently, Wide TC Bonder equipment—due for launch within the latter half of 2026—offers many advantages over the older design.
Chosun Biz managed to extract early comments from a Hanmi representative, ahead of a full product introduction—the newer standard: "applies advanced precision (and fluxless) bonding technology that can improve HBM production yield, quality and completeness." These pleasing enhancements can affect incoming lines (e.g. HBM4), but Hanmi foresees Wide TC Bonder factory tech being crucial in the making of futuristic HBM5 and HBM6 products. Last summer, a joint venture presentation theorized further HBM roadmaps—extending into 2038. At the time, KAIST and TERA outlined a journey that will start with HBM4 debut on NVIDIA "Rubin"-based AI accelerators (in 2026). By the end of the 2030s, they predict the arrival of HBM7.
Optical mouse switches have become all the rage in gaming mice these days, thanks to reduced latency and improved durability, but unless you're buying from Razer or Logitech, the only options for optical switches have been Kailh and Omron. Now, budget keyboard and mouse switch maker, Huano, looks to be entering the fray with the Huano Nuo optical switch, which has shown up in a Bilibili video review of the Xinmeng Zero 1 Pro gaming mouse.
According to the mouse's spec sheet, shared by @PhalangesCo on X, the Huano Nuo optical switches have a rated lifespan of 100 million clicks, which is higher than many Huano mechanical switch options but only on-par with the company's options typically found in budget high-performance gaming mice. The Zero 1 Pro gaming mouse the Huano Nuo optical switches are featured in is a hyper-budget gaming mouse, coming in at just RMB 39, or USD 5.65 converted, which is a good sign that the optical switches will also make it to other more affordable gaming mice in the global market.
Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today unveiled the BlackShark V3 for Xbox - White Edition, expanding the lineup with a crisp new finish that complements any Xbox setup. Already celebrated for its comfort, isolation, and competitive clarity, the BlackShark V3 now offers players a bold new way to elevate their console battlestation.
Trusted Performance. Now in White.
The BlackShark V3 series has earned its reputation among console competitors for delivering precise audio, long‑lasting comfort, and proven tournament-grade performance. The new White Edition enhances that legacy with a clean, modern aesthetic designed to shine in any environment.
The time has finally come! Are you ready to Forge Your Legend? From the team at MercurySteam and 505 Games comes Blades of Fire, launching May 14th, 2026, on Steam. Play as Aran de Lira, the last warrior able to forge true steel in a world where metal turns to stone. Survival depends on patience, understanding, and commitment to the weapons you choose to create. Combat is deliberate, weighty, and unforgiving. Weapons are forged with intent and permanently shaped by your choices. Progress comes from understanding your enemy and the blade you forged to face them.
DEMO AVAILABLE NOW!
To celebrate today's announcement, our community can jump into Blades of Fire starting today with a dedicated demo. Launching as part of the upcoming Steam Next Fest, our demo offers several hours of gameplay, letting you experience the art of forging your own weapons, our unique combat system, and a face-to-face encounter with a big troll. What's not to love?! What's more, your progress from the demo will carry over to the full game at launch.
NVIDIA continues to gingerly navigate trade restrictions that affect shipments of high-end graphics cards and AI accelerators into China. Over the past couple of years, region-specific "nerfed" GPU specifications and reduced allocations of VRAM have produced a good number of "lesser" gaming and professional components. For example, a November 2025 leak suggested the readying of an appropriately "reduced" RTX 6000D Blackwell model—seemingly based on Team Green's "unpasteurized" Western market variant. Despite recently arriving without a "PRO" designation, Chinese AI companies and well-heeled PC enthusiasts will be receiving a highly capable bit of hardware. The passively-cooled NVIDIA RTX 6000D card carries 84 GB of GDDR7 video memory; representing a slight downgrade over its non-nerfed sibling's provision of 96 GB (on a 512-bit bus). A video teardown—courtesy of the GINNSOD Bilibili channel—shows an incredibly dense module layout on the card's PCB, consisting of 28 individual 3 GB chips.
This clever clamshell layout surrounds a Team Green "GB202-891-KA-A1" GPU die. Aptly, GINNSOD's presenter refers to the TechPowerUp GPU database for key points of interest—notably, the card's 448-bit memory bus, 19968 shader unit count, and 2430 MHz boost clock. The reference board design is listed as having a 600 W TDP rating, but yesterday's presentation shows only a maximum of 419 watts being sipped by the lab's test subject. International observers have noted that the gory teardown shows a PCB design reminiscent of the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell model's internal setup, though the latter enjoys having all of its VRAM module bays filled up (with thirty-two 3 GB chips). By contrast, the RTX 6000D's board features four unoccupied spaces. As a system integrator, GINNSOD offers aftermarket liquid-cooled modifications/upgrades—the latter half of the teardown vid delves into the fitting of a custom-made solution. VideoCardz noted that the company has listed a ~$26,000 workstation system armed with twin RTX 6000D cards and an AMD Threadripper Pro CPU. Said pre-built computer can be seen at various points in GINNSOD's showcase.
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Google on Thursday said it observed the North Korea-linked threat actor known as UNC2970 using its generative artificial intelligence (AI) model Gemini to conduct reconnaissance on its targets, as various hacking groups continue to weaponize the tool for accelerating various phases of the cyber attack life cycle, enabling information operations, and even conducting model extraction attacks.
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Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a fresh set of malicious packages across npm and the Python Package Index (PyPI) repository linked to a fake recruitment-themed campaign orchestrated by the North Korea-linked Lazarus Group.
The coordinated campaign has been codenamed graphalgo in reference to the first package published in the npm registry. It's assessed to be active since May 2025.
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