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Specialist media lawyer outlines why UK Court of Appeals' judgment on RuneScape's Gold theft is so 'significant for the games industry'
The UK Court of Appeal has ruled that unauthorized removal of RuneScape's in-game currency can be classed as criminal theft. Initially, the defence of Andrew Lakeman - a former Jagex content developer who allegedly accessed player accounts either…
One third of surveyed US games industry workers were laid off in the last two years, GDC reports
A report from GDC has shed a rather sobering light on the state of things, revealing that one third of surveyed US workers within the industry were laid off in the last two years. According to GDC's 2026 State of the Game Industry Report - which…
The Brewery That Video Games Built
The Monolith is Blind Enthusiasm's purpose-built brewery, designed to capture wild microbes to ferment beers with a true sense of place. Courtesy of Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company Of the thousands of new breweries that have opened in North…
One third of US games industry workers were laid off in the last 2 years, GDC survey says
The organizers of GDC have released its 2026 State of the Game Industry Report, detailing the results of its annual self-reported survey of games industry professionals. The data provided by over 2,300 respondents offered a grim image of industry…
The Knicks' defense is trending up amid New York's four-game win streak
The New York Knicks are defending. No, seriously. After a 2-9 stretch that, rightfully, had those following New York in a frenzy, the Knicks have turned things around lately, winning four straight and putting together defensive performances that…
Mateta transfer latest as Glasner confirms Palace star is out of next game
Jean-Philippe Mateta has been left out of the Crystal Palace squad to play Nottingham Forest on Sunday as negotiations continue over his £30m sale to AC Milan. The FA Cup holders have also been in talks to sign Jorgen Strand Larsen from…
Want to call an NHL game between the benches? Better get a helmet
This article is part of our NHL Arena Rankings series, in which we rank all 32 current rinks and present stories about memorable rinks of the past and present. Once Rob Ray realized what was happening, the puck was three feet from his face. The…
36% of game studios using AI despite overwhelming backlash
A recent survey has discovered that 36% of game developers are using generative AI in some way, despite negative sentiment towards the technology increasing in 2025. The data comes from the Game Developers Conference, an annual event attended by…
Predictor picks: Play the game with £1,000 up for grabs
It's that time of the week again - and Daily Mail's popular predictor game is back for gameweek 21. Predictor is our simple, free-to-play competition where you can win big cash prizes, with £1,000 up for grabs weekly. Simply guess the winner…
Super Bowl LX: How Alcohol Brands Are Battling For Big Game Buzz
Budweiser is among the major alcohol brands charging forward with a new major advertising campaign that will air during Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026. There are plenty of certainties for what will unfold during Super Bowl LX. The New England…
EA FC 26 Future Stars brings a game-changing Evolution twist you can't miss
As the Team of the Year promo draws to a close, EA Sports FC 26 players are gearing up for the latest release of new content. The next promo to arrive in EA FC 26 is the annual Future Stars event, which celebrates the very best wonderkids of world…
Super Bowl LX Is A Bud Light Cultural Moment Not Just A Football Game
Every February, the Super Bowl becomes the most competitive stage in marketing. It's where brands don't just buy airtime—they audition for cultural relevance. And in a fragmented media landscape where live moments are increasingly rare, the…
Newcastle: 'Playing the odd game will get Miley frustrated' - Howey
Former Newcastle defender Steve Howey says Lewis Miley 'will get frustrated' by a lack of playing time in the long-term as he has proven himself good enough to be a starting player. The versatile teenager, who impressed midweek against Paris…
Winter Olympics star major doubt for games after being airlifted to hospital
American downhill skiing legend Lindsey Vonn faces a race against time to compete in the upcoming Winter Olympic Games after being hospitalised following a crash at the final World Cup event before the games. The 41-year-old was in action in…
A Bunch Of Big Video Game Company Stocks Just Tanked For A Very Dumb Reason
Yesterday, Google revealed its Project Genie AI-generation tool, allowing people to make “interactive environments” in seconds using just prompts. Today, in response to this, a bunch of investors seem to think this is the future of…
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