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Game Console Market Hits 30-Year Low as Xbox Sales Plummet 70%
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Game Console Market Hits 30-Year Low as Xbox Sales Plummet 70%

The game console market has crashed to its lowest point since 1995. A new report shows Microsoft's Xbox sales are down 70% and Sony's PlayStation 5 is down 40%, signaling a major industry crisis.

Japan's H3 Rocket Fails to Orbit Key Navigation Satellite, Jeopardizing 'Japanese GPS' Plan
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Japan's H3 Rocket Fails to Orbit Key Navigation Satellite, Jeopardizing 'Japanese GPS' Plan

Japan's H3 rocket failed to deliver the Michibiki No. 5 geolocation satellite into orbit on Monday after a second-stage engine failure. The setback deals a blow to JAXA's plan for a sovereign navigation system to enhance GPS.

Coupang's Daily Users Drop to 14M Range in Aftermath of Massive Data Breach
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Coupang's Daily Users Drop to 14M Range in Aftermath of Massive Data Breach

Following a data breach affecting 33.7 million accounts, e-commerce giant Coupang's daily active users have fallen to the 14 million range, signaling a significant erosion of consumer trust.

South Korea Greenlights $1.6B Project for Reusable Methane Rocket, Targeting 2034 Completion
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South Korea Greenlights $1.6B Project for Reusable Methane Rocket, Targeting 2034 Completion

South Korea has approved a $1.6 billion project to build a reusable methane-powered rocket by 2034. The initiative, led by KASA, aims to support a 2032 lunar mission and establish the nation's competitive edge in the space industry.

China's 'Secret Weapon': How AI Dark Horse DeepSeek Could Reshape the U.S. Tech War
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China's 'Secret Weapon': How AI Dark Horse DeepSeek Could Reshape the U.S. Tech War

Hailed as a 'dark horse,' Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is being touted as a 'secret weapon' that could alter the AI tech war with the U.S. We analyze its geopolitical significance.

Baidu's Robotaxis Are Coming to London, Teaming Up with Uber and Lyft to Challenge Waymo
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Baidu's Robotaxis Are Coming to London, Teaming Up with Uber and Lyft to Challenge Waymo

China's Baidu is partnering with Uber and Lyft to launch its Apollo Go autonomous robotaxis in London in 2026, heating up competition with Alphabet's Waymo in the UK market.

Japan's H3 Rocket Fails Mid-Flight, Dealing Blow to National Space Ambitions
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Japan's H3 Rocket Fails Mid-Flight, Dealing Blow to National Space Ambitions

Japan's next-generation H3 rocket failed 30 minutes after its December 22 launch, following a second-stage engine malfunction. The setback impacts Japan's commercial space launch ambitions.

Indie 'Game of the Year' Winner Stripped of Awards After Admitting to Gen AI Use
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Indie 'Game of the Year' Winner Stripped of Awards After Admitting to Gen AI Use

'Clair Obscur: Expedition 33' was stripped of its Indie Game of the Year award after developers admitted to using generative AI for placeholder assets, violating the event's strict rules and sparking debate.

Japan's H3 Rocket Suffers Major Setback, Fails During 7th Launch Attempt
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Japan's H3 Rocket Suffers Major Setback, Fails During 7th Launch Attempt

Japan's seventh attempt to launch its next-generation H3 rocket has failed. JAXA reported a 'premature end of engine burn' in the second stage, leading to the mission's failure. The incident is a significant setback for Japan's space program.

Why One of Nvidia’s Key Japanese Suppliers Is Refusing to Chase the AI Boom
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Why One of Nvidia’s Key Japanese Suppliers Is Refusing to Chase the AI Boom

Nittobo, a critical Japanese supplier of glass fabric for Nvidia's AI chips, says it won't expand production at the same pace as the market. A look into its high-stakes premium niche strategy.

AI Glossary: The Complete Beginner's Guide (2025)
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AI Glossary: The Complete Beginner's Guide (2025)

From LLM to hallucination, understand the essential AI terms you need to know in 2025. A jargon-free guide for beginners.

PayPal's Honey Under Fire: Lawsuits Allege It's a 'Scam' That Steals from Creators and Small Businesses
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PayPal's Honey Under Fire: Lawsuits Allege It's a 'Scam' That Steals from Creators and Small Businesses

PayPal's Honey extension faces a firestorm of controversy and lawsuits from YouTubers over allegations it "steals" commissions and exploits businesses. We break down the accusations.