Nintendo and The Pokémon Company sue Pocketpair, accusing the Palworld developer of infringing on "multiple patent rights" (Jay Peters/The Verge)

The EU has signed a €10.6 billion deal for the IRIS² constellation of 290 communication satellites, set to provide secure connectivity and high-speed internet to governmental users, private companies, and European citizens by 2030. This Starlink rival, developed by the SpaceRISE consortium, will consist of 264 satellites in low Earth orbit and 18 in medium Earth orbit, offering secure and fast communication without the need for thousands of satellites. The initiative aims to enhance Europe's...

Waymo will deploy its driverless cars in Japan, starting with testing its Jaguar I-PACE vehicles in Tokyo in early 2025 with human drivers from Nihon Kotsu to map the city. The data gathered will be used to train the self-driving system, with plans to offer driverless rides to the public through a partnership with Japan's "GO" taxi app in the future. In addition to Japan, Waymo will also be deploying its Jaguar I-PACE vehicles in...

Mark Zuckerberg has announced that Threads now has over 100 million daily active users and 300 million monthly active users, a significant increase from the previous quarter. This marks the first time Meta has publicly disclosed its daily active user count, highlighting a notable milestone for the company. The new figures demonstrate the growing popularity and usage of Threads within the Meta platform. Full Article

Data breaches are a daily issue, leading to the adoption of two-factor and multi-factor authentication methods, including security keys, to enhance online account protection. The Yubico YubiKey 5 NFC is favored for its compatibility and security features, while the Thetis Fido U2F Security Key offers a budget-friendly option with a durable design. The Yubico YubiKey 5 Nano is a compact key suitable for on-the-go use, supporting various applications and platforms. Full Article

BlueStacks Systems has released BlueStacks Air, a new emulator for Apple Silicon-powered Macs, promising improved Android emulation performance. Designed for M1, M2, M3, and M4 chips, BlueStacks Air offers a native Android gaming experience with optimized performance and responsive gameplay on Mac systems. The emulator supports over 2 million mobile games, provides a visually stunning experience on Retina displays, and allows users to sideload personal .apk files, making it a versatile platform for gaming and...

A few simple fridge organisation tweaks can make a huge difference to your cooking repertoire and lifestyle by helping you make better food choices, reduce stress levels, and decrease food waste. TCL offers innovative fridges like the Free Built-In model with T-Fresh and T-Temp technology for optimal food storage and freshness. The Combi Fridge, with flexible storage options and environmentally friendly inverter technology, simplifies daily life and delivers peace of mind with a 10-year warranty...