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ign.com - Vikki Blake - UK Court Rules Stealing RuneScape Gold Is Criminal Theft in Case That Could Have Wider Repercussions for the Video Game Industry
UK Court Rules Stealing RuneScape Gold Is Criminal Theft in Case That Could Have Wider Repercussions for the Video Game Industry
IGN

A UK court has ruled that the unauthorized stealing of in-game currency can be legally classified as criminal theft. Former Jagex developer Andrew Lakeman was charged with allegedly stealing 705 billion Gold from almost 70 RuneScape players, with a…

techcrunch.com - Connie Loizos - Airtable gets into the AI agent game with Superagent
Airtable gets into the AI agent game with Superagent
TechCrunch

It might sound crazy to some, launching an entirely new product line while your flagship business has shed two-thirds of its paper value. But Howie Liu, the founder and CEO of Airtable, suggests it's the sanest thing he could do. The company that…

nytimes.com - Beren Cross - Leeds have developed tactically - but Daniel Farke's in-game management remains questionable
Leeds have developed tactically - but Daniel Farke's in-game management remains questionable
The New York Times

It was not a surprise to see two Everton substitutes waiting to enter the fray as Monday's second half edged into sight at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Leeds United had bossed the first half and David Moyes felt there was little alternative but to copy…

theverge.com - Tom Warren - Xbox Cloud Gaming's new design teases the future of Xbox console UI
Xbox Cloud Gaming's new design teases the future of Xbox console UI
The Verge

Microsoft says its new Xbox Cloud UI is the ‘foundation' for new Xbox experiences. Microsoft says its new Xbox Cloud UI is the ‘foundation' for new Xbox experiences. Screenshot by Tom Warren / The Verge Tom Warren is a senior editor…

nytimes.com - Aaron Portzline - Severe weather forces postponement of Kings-Blue Jackets NHL game
Severe weather forces postponement of Kings-Blue Jackets NHL game
The New York Times

Monday's scheduled game between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Los Angeles Kings was postponed after much of Ohio received at least a foot of snow late Saturday and throughout Sunday. The makeup date, according to the NHL, will be March 9 in…

mirror.co.uk - Neela Debnath - Game of Thrones' spin-off show pays touching tribute to Aziza Barnes
Game of Thrones' spin-off show pays touching tribute to Aziza Barnes
The Mirror

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms episode two left audiences puzzled this week by the closing title card. Episode two saw Ser Duncan 'Dunk' the Tall (portrayed by Peter Claffey) attempting to establish his credentials. Dunk was hoping to achieve…

boston.com - Hayden Bird - Mike Vrabel on the AFC Championship game weather, Drake Maye's shoulder, and references to 'The Warriors
Mike Vrabel on the AFC Championship game weather, Drake Maye's shoulder, and references to 'The Warriors
Boston.com

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel stopped by WEEI's “ The Greg Hill Show ” on Tuesday morning after the team made its return from Denver following the AFC Championship game win over the weekend. Now Super Bowl bound, Vrabel discussed a…

bbc.co.uk - Dan roan - Enhanced Games: Swimmer Emily Barclay becomes latest British athlete to join competition
Enhanced Games: Swimmer Emily Barclay becomes latest British athlete to join competition
BBC

Swimmer Emily Barclay has been named as the latest British athlete to join the controversial Enhanced Games. The 28-year-old won a gold medal in the 50m freestyle at the 2019 British Championships, before competing for the University of Arkansas in…

dailymail.co.uk - Peter Hoskin - Oh woe is Mio! Games critic Peter Hoskin reviews Memories In Orbit
Oh woe is Mio! Games critic Peter Hoskin reviews Memories In Orbit
Mail Online

Mio: Memories In Orbit (PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, PC, £15.99) Note to games developers: please don't use the same name for both your latest release and its main character. It makes it hard for critics to identify which is which in their…

mirror.co.uk - Daniel Orme - Man Utd confirm arrangements for first game of next permanent manager
Man Utd confirm arrangements for first game of next permanent manager
The Mirror

Manchester United's new manager could oversee his first game in Helsinki as the club continues to put plans for next season together. The Red Devils remain on the hunt for a new permanent boss despite Michael Carrick 's excellent impact. The former…

mirror.co.uk - Katie Palmer - Coronation Street fans spot unlikely soap star in Game of Thrones spin-off
Coronation Street fans spot unlikely soap star in Game of Thrones spin-off
The Mirror

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms airs on Sky and NOW, and the Game of Thrones spin-off acts as a prequel to the original series, following the adventures of Dunk (played by Peter Claffey) and Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell). The series premiered on January…

gizmodo.com - Kyle Barr - Intel's Panther Lake CPUs Make the Best Case for 'Fake Frames' in Gaming
Intel's Panther Lake CPUs Make the Best Case for 'Fake Frames' in Gaming
Gizmodo | The Future Is Here

If your gaming machine isn't rendering any frames itself, what's the point of having a costly computer at all? I know some of you out there are mumbling resentments, asking that question already knowing the answer. To add to the grumbling, Intel…

forbes.com - Michelle Bruton - X Games Aspen 2026: Mark McMorris Dominant; Snowmobiles Return
X Games Aspen 2026: Mark McMorris Dominant; Snowmobiles Return
Forbes

Gold medalist Mark McMorris of Canada poses after competing in the Men's Snowboard Slopestyle on day three of the X Games Aspen 2026 at Buttermilk Ski Resort on January 25, 2026 in Aspen, Colorado. X Games Aspen 2026 is in the books, marking the…

mirror.co.uk - Liam Ryder - Nintendo Switch 2 fans just got a surprise new game mode in free update
Nintendo Switch 2 fans just got a surprise new game mode in free update
The Mirror

A major release on the Nintendo Switch 2 has been given a massive update that includes a major new mode. Even better, it won't cost players a single penny. The v1.3.0 update for Kirby Air Riders adds support for one unique Switch 2 feature as well…

theverge.com - Andrew Liszewski - You'll be able to change the color of Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online
You'll be able to change the color of Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online
The Verge

Seven Virtual Boy games will launch on February 17th, with additional titles coming later this year. Seven Virtual Boy games will launch on February 17th, with additional titles coming later this year. If you buy something from a…

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