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Theresa Duringer is the owner and CEO of Temple Gates Games, a San Francisco–based digital board game studio known for best-in-class adaptations of modern tabletop games. Her team has brought Ascension to VR and developed acclaimed digital versions of Dominion, Race for the Galaxy, Shards of Infinity, and more, with a relentless focus on speed, clarity, and intuitive UI. Theresa works closely with designers and publishers to translate complex tabletop systems into digital experiences that feel natural, responsive, and faithful to the original games, helping players around the world connect and play together online. In this episode, she shares insights on what makes a great digital adaptation, why performance and UX are inseparable from game design, and how to bridge the gap between physical and digital play without losing what makes tabletop special. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justingarydesign.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Disruption/Interruption, KJ sits down with Colin Cooper, CEO and co-founder of Illuminate XR, to explore the massive skills gap threatening our workforce. With over 100 companies under his belt and thousands of global hires, Colin has witnessed firsthand how our 200-year-old education system is failing to prepare people for today's AI-driven world. Discover how immersive technology, emotional intelligence training, and personalized learning are revolutionizing the way humans learn, and why the next few years will determine whether we step into the "age of humanity" or fall behind forever. Four Key Takeaways The Education System Is 200 Years Behind (4:42) Our schools still operate on an industrial-age factory model designed to create compliant workers, not creative thinkers. Classrooms haven't fundamentally changed in over 1,000 years, and curriculum remains rooted in preparing students for a world that no longer exists. Meet Learners Where They Are (7:40)Real learning happens when you reduce cortisol and increase dopamine by connecting education to personal interests. Whether it's tailoring physics lessons to football or basketball, or using horses to teach emotional intelligence, personalization is the key to engagement and retention. AI Should Amplify, Not Replace (20:05) The future isn't about AI replacing teachers or workers—it's about using AI as a personal assistant to handle repetitive tasks. Start by identifying one repetitive task in your job and automate it with AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or Perplexity. We're Living Through 25 Years of Progress Every Year (29:20)The convergence of AI and VR—technologies that shouldn't have merged for another 15-20 years—has compressed innovation timelines. What used to take 10-15 years to bring to market now takes weeks. The next 3-4 years will be transformative, and we have one shot to get it right. Quote of the Show (29:40):"When a year goes by, you normally get one year's worth of progress, but where we're at today, a year goes by and it's like 20 to 25 years of technology growth." – Colin Cooper Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome. Want PR that actually matters? Get 30 minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval Ways to connect with Colin Cooper:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinmbcooper/Company Website: https://illuminatexr.com How to get more Disruption/Interruption: Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruptionApple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off the release of "Spiraling" -- his latest funked up stomper with Ardalan, Black V Neck and Shaded -- the ever-prolific Life On Planets returns to Dirtybird Radio with a handful of timeless beats and a few more tasty jams from the Dirtybird Camp sessions. VR warm-up set:Nala - "Feels Good To Move" [Mi Domina]ProOne79 - "About Me (MAGNVM! Remix)" [Area Music]Bryan Kessler - "Hey Wupp" [Do The Taboo]DJ Glen & Tiago Black - "Redliner" [Discotech]Life On Planets guest set:Spiraling - Black V Neck x Ardalan x Life On Planets x ShadedItalian Spiderman (Original Mix) NAPTYou're Nasty (Original Mix) Duck SauceLights (G's Out Dub) Mr. GIs It All Over My Face (Cajmere Underground Goodie Mix) DajaeGonna Set Ya Free - Jail House Mix Armand van Helden / Wizzard Of WaxChin Chin Boom Ben GomoriTonight NV South Jersey Dub MusclecarsBang - Harry & Erick Bang In Your Face Mix Harry RomeroShout-N-Out (The DJ Dub) Lood; Donell RushDance 4 Me [Extended] Wet Velvet, Life On PlanetsQuiet Storm Remix (TMB Edit) Martinez BrothersIDAnother Dae Blaze

In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler dive into the latest developments in AI, gaming IP, and practical technology trends shaping the industry today. They explore why the current AI skepticism signals maturity, how AI solutions are moving beyond flashy features, and the rise of gaming as a prime entertainment and commercial frontier. In the second segment, Cathy interviews Adam Cohen-Aslatei, CEO of Three Day Rule, about how human-centered AI is transforming matchmaking. They discuss voice-first technology, data-driven compatibility, IRL dating resurgence, coaching as a skill, and why AI amplifies intuition rather than replacing human connection.Come for the tech and stay for the magic!Cathy Hackl BioCathy Hackl is a globally recognized tech & gaming executive, futurist, and speaker focused on spatial computing, virtual worlds, augmented reality, AI, strategic foresight, and gaming platforms strategy. She's one of the top tech voices on LinkedIn and is the CEO of Spatial Dynamics, a spatial computing and AI solutions company, including gaming. Cathy has worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Magic Leap, and HTC VIVE and has advised companies like Nike, Ralph Lauren, Walmart, Louis Vuitton, and Clinique on their emerging tech and gaming journeys. She has spoken at Harvard Business School, MIT, SXSW, Comic-Con, WEF Annual Meeting in Davos 2023, CES, MWC, Vogue's Forces of Fashion, and more. Cathy Hackl on LinkedInSpatial Dynamics on LinkedInLee Kebler BioLee has been at the forefront of blending technology and entertainment since 2003, creating advanced studios for icons like Will.i.am and producing music for Britney Spears and Big & Rich. Pioneering in VR since 2016, he has managed enterprise data at Nike, led VR broadcasting for Intel at the Japan 2020 Olympics, and driven large-scale marketing campaigns for Walmart, Levi's, and Nasdaq. A TEDx speaker on enterprise VR, Lee is currently authoring a book on generative AI and delving into splinternet theory and data privacy as new tech laws unfold across the US.Lee Kebler on LinkedInAdam Cohen-Aslatei BioAdam Cohen Aslatei is the CEO of Three Day Rule, one of the longest-standing matchmaking companies in the United States, with over 15 years of industry experience. With a background spanning dating app development, including roles at Bumble and the Meet Group, he brings a unique perspective on the evolution of digital dating and human connection. Adam is recognized for pioneering the integration of AI-driven matchmaking with traditional human-centered approaches, leveraging over 80,000 successful match data points to create outcomes-focused dating solutions.Adam Cohen Aslatei on LinkedInKey Discussion Topics: 00:00 Intro03:15 AI's "So What?" Question: Moving Beyond Hype to Real Utility06:22 Apple Intelligence and Gmail Show the Power of Unobtrusive AI Integration10:18 The Trough of Disillusionment: Why We're Excited About AI's Reality Check12:22 Robotic Snow Removal and Vocational Work: AI Supporting Human Infrastructure17:33 Tech Magic Transitions to New Home with Big Plans Ahead18:45 Three-Day Rule: Building AI Matchmaking on 15 Years of Real Data20:24 How AI Sentiment Analysis Detects Truth in Dating Compatibility25:28 Voice-First Technology Creates More Authentic Human Connection29:13 Why In-Real-Life Dating Experiences Beat Endless Digital Swiping31:18 Dating as a Learnable Skill: How Coaching Increases Match Success by 40%34:45 Three Day Rule's 70-80% Success Rate vs. Dating Apps' 9% Failure40:09 Gaming IP Movies and the End of Marvel Fatigue43:41 Super Mario Galaxy, Iron Lung, and the Rise of Game Adaptations46:48 Fallout Series Success: How Gaming IP Drives Video Game Sales49:51 Gaming's Hidden Economy: Slot Machines, Free-to-Play, and Esports Silos51:17 Walmart and Unity SDK: Selling Physical Products in Virtual Worlds52:04 1.1 Million Unity Developers Get New Revenue Channels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan Goetgeluk, founder and CEO of Virtuix (VTIX), discusses the company's IPO and its “omnidirectional” treadmills and VR products. He explains why it was time to IPO, including giving it access to public capital to help scale their products. Virtuix's system enables physical movement in AI-generated environments, allowing users to walk through video games. Their segments include video gaming along with military and enterprise applications. “Photorealistic” worlds are one of their “breakthrough developments” using AI. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

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Stan Larroque, fondateur et PDG de Lynx, était l'invité de François Sorel dans Tech & Co, la quotidienne, ce mercredi 28 janvier. Il s'est penché sur la présentation du R2, le nouveau casque VR de Lynx et ses prochains projets, sur BFM Business. Retrouvez

This interview is disseminated on behalf of Virtuix.Virtuix is redefining movement in virtual reality (VR) through its “Omni” omnidirectional treadmills, which allow individuals to walk and run in 360 degrees within video games, VR applications, and even AI-generated worlds.CEO Jan Goetgeluk discusses his company's NASDAQ uplisting, growth strategy, and the launch of the Omni One VR system for home consumers. He also explains how Gaussian splatting enables photorealistic virtual environments.Discover more: https://virtuix.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/k-wxUiHXfCsAnd follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/@GlobalOneMedia

Want to learn how to use AI to build with other content designers? Join the Content Design AI Accelerator. Applications open until January 30. Why wearable tech will change content design Smart glasses and wearable devices have been "just around the corner" for years. But quietly, that's starting to change. In this episode, I speak with Carly Gray, a content designer who's spent years working on AR and wearable products, including smart glasses at North and Meta. While much of the industry debates AI and screens, Carly has been designing content for products where there's little or no screen at all. We talk about what changes when content moves off phones and into the physical world, why wearables raise entirely new design and ethical challenges, and what content designers need to start learning now if they want to stay relevant as new platforms emerge. What we talked about: ✅ How Carly moved from technical writing into content design for AR and smart glasses ✅ Why smart glasses are different from VR, and why wearability matters more than novelty ✅ Designing content with extreme space constraints (or no screen at all) ✅ Using sound, voice, and companion apps to communicate when text isn't an option ✅ Why "designing for the bystander" is as important as designing for the user ✅ What wearable tech reveals about the future skill set of content designers ✅ Why conversation design and systems thinking matter more in emerging platforms Where to find Carly: Website: carlygray.ca LinkedIn: Carly Gray Twitter: @carlygray 

Kedysi dávno premiér Robert Fico hovoril, že diaľnica z Bratislavy do Košíc bude hotová do roku 2010. Po 27 rokoch už máme otvorený tunel Višňové. Tesne pred jeho otvorením sa ale ukázalo, že odbočka za tunelom na Vrútky a Martin nemôže byť otvorená. Pre problémy mešká aj obchvat Ružomberka. Zostáva posledný úsek Turany – Hubová s dvomi tunelmi. Tu však po roku a pol Úrad pre verejné obstarávanie zrušili súťaž a musí sa ísť odznova. Do konca roka nebola dokončená ani obrovská križovatka D1/D4 pri hlavnom meste, na ktorú štát pri výstavbe diaľnice zabudol.Kedy sa teda skutočne prevezieme po D1 z Košíc do Bratislavy? Kedy bude otvorený úsek Hubová – Ivachnová a kedy sa dokončí križovatka pri Bratislave? A ako sú na tom po dvoch vážnych zrážkach vlakov, pri ktorých sa zranili takmer dve stovky ľudí, naše železnice? Je teraz čas hovoriť o rýchlodráhe do Prahy?Braňo Závodský sa rozprával s ministrom dopravy, nominantom strany Smer – SD Jozefom Rážom.

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AI meditations are everywhere right now—apps, chatbots, VR headsets promising calm in 10 minutes or less—but are AI meditations actually helping guys handle real stress, or just giving you one more screen to hide behind? In this episode, we get real about AI meditations, digital mindfulness, and whether any algorithm can truly replace a human teacher who sees you, feels the room, and knows when you're about to lose it. We sit down with guest expert Steve Haberlin, PhD, to explore the intersection of technology, meditation, and human awareness. Steve has spent years studying both traditional mindfulness practices and emerging tech—AI, virtual reality, and digital training tools—and asking hard questions about where mindfulness is headed.Together, they unpack what technology can genuinely support in mindfulness practice—and what it can't. They discuss the difference between guided experiences and embodied learning, why attention and nervous system regulation still require human relationship, and how men can engage technology without outsourcing responsibility for awareness.This episode isn't anti-tech. It's pro-discernment.In this conversation, you'll hear:• The rise of AI-guided meditation and VR mindfulness tools• What technology can accelerate—and what it cannot replace• Why embodiment and nervous system regulation matter more than insights• The risk of mistaking consumption for practice• How real teachers differ from algorithms• Where mindfulness is likely headed in the next decade• How men can use tech without avoiding responsibility or presenceIf you're curious about meditation apps, AI tools, or the future of mindfulness—but want grounded perspective instead of hype—this episode offers clarity.You'll walk away with:✅ A realistic understanding of AI's role in mindfulness✅ Language to evaluate meditation tools critically✅ A clearer sense of what real practice requires✅ Perspective on presence in an increasingly digital worldSponsor:Peptides for Health by Mark L. Gordon, M.D. is a two-volume series exploring the science and clinical application of therapeutic peptides.Medical Edition Vol. 1 Release: December 22, 2025Consumer Edition Vol. 1 Release: January 20, 2026Discount Code: PFH25Medical Edition Offer Window: Dec 20, 2025 – Jan 31, 2026Consumer Edition Offer Window: Jan 20 – Feb 20, 2026Proceeds support the Children of Veterans Program.Preview both editions: https://tbihelpnow.org/biohack-yourselfLinks & ResourcesJoin the Men Talking Mindfulness team at the 2026 Spartan Race and take mindfulness into real-world challenge. This is about grit, presence, and brotherhood under pressure. Learn more and join the team here: https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/spartan-race-2026More episodes & resources: https://mentalkingmindfulness.comMental fitness & coaching with Will: https://willnotfear.comBook Jon to speak with your team: https://jonmacaskill.comIf this episode resonates, follow the show, leave a rating and review, and share it with one man who's trying to hold it all together.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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Two weeks before his 40th birthday, Jeff Cummins contracted shingles - and it took most of the hearing in his right ear. With young daughters at home whose voices he could no longer hear, he became a hearing aid user. A decade later, that experience led him to co-found a company changing how hearing aids are sold.In this episode, Jeff Cummins joins us to share how Immersive Hearing Technologies is using VR to let patients experience hearing aids in real-world environments before they buy - replacing the brochures and guesswork that have defined the industry for decades.The conversation traces Jeff's 25-year career through startups (including scaling Keys Express from $15M to $70M in revenue), a near-miss with NIH-funded cardiac technology, and the path to landing a deal with Sonova - the world's largest hearing aid manufacturer - now deploying Immersive's system across Western Europe. Jeff also shares hard-won lessons on positioning pain over innovation and why Kentucky's startup resources are among the best in the country for early-stage founders.Hosted by Logan JonesMiddle Tech is proudly supported by:KY Innovation → kyinnovation.comAwesome Inc → awesomeinc.org

On this episode of the Ruff Talk VR podcast we are remote due to a massive snowstorm in our neck of the woods. But the show must go on! We are talking some updates from Guardians Frontline and Thief VR. As well some unfortunate news from Walkabout Mini Golf regarding some team layoffs. We also talk the situation with VR modder Luke Ross. As well as some comments regarding the Meta layoffs from both Andrew Bosworth and Palmer Luckey.Use code RUFFTALKVR at checkout to save on any game or hardware on the Meta Quest store and help support the show!Big thank you to all of our Patreon supporters! Become a supporter of the show today at https://www.patreon.com/rufftalkvrDiscord: https://discord.gg/9JTdCccucSPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/rufftalkvrIf you enjoy the podcast be sure to rate us 5 stars and subscribe! Join our official subreddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/RuffTalkVR/Support the show

I was going to be at a tabletop/board game convention next weekend in Atlanta called Dice & Diversions, however mid-week it was postponed to Feburary. An Alternate Reality Game released on Steam in 2018 recently got a lot of negative reviews for being "too hard" because apparently younger people can't send an email correctly. Meta has exited the VR Gaming business, shutting down three of its VR gaming studio acquisitions. Meta is also refocusing its remaining VR studios to be more AI and wearable devices focused, rather than with VR. Then we talk to Jamie about the upcoming debut of Orange Lounge Radio IIDX and where Meta went wrong.

Lords: Josette https://www.josetteseitz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jo_seitz/ Daniel Topics: The overlap between musicians and rhythm game players Figure Skating and the upcoming Olympics In this short Life that only lasts an hour by Emily Dickinson https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/56456/in-this-short-life-that-only-lasts-an-hour-1292 The Reality of Hope https://www.therealityofhope.co.uk Is time travel media really that bad? Microtopics: 3D art spaces and the Virtual Burning Man experience. What were we talking about at lunch? The new kind of Christmas light that's reminiscent of the old kind of Christmas light. A nice soft blue. The LED lights that hurt the most. Mounting recessed lights in the eaves and lighting them up with the worst gamer RGB patterns. Beige keyboards with three green LEDs on them that you can animate because they're memory-mapped. Paradiddle. Learning to play drums in VR. Paradiddle for Snapchat Glasses. Video game audio latency vs. digital synthesizer latency. The Bemani guitar game that inspired Guitar Hero. Guitar Freaks vs. Guitar Hero as a case study in how the same idea can be executed very differently getting very different results How singing is scored in Rock Band. Finding new music via the Rock Band games. Beat Saber Library Managers. Solid beams of light. Ice Dancing. Whether you can train rhythm. Brother-sister ice skating couples. Which animals can learn rhythm. Representing your ice rink. What to do after you've spent your life training but what you were training for didn't work out? Ice skater unions. Going to the Olympics with your mom to watch the figure skating. Alysa Liu. Meeting America's Princess and she's not a nice lady. Finding the right coach at age 7. Sports therapists. The disposition to perform your best under pressure. Exercising and practicing at the expense of nearly everything else you could be doing with your time. What to do with your life now that you're no longer spending all your time training for the Olympics. Missing your friend's 11th birthday party because you're busy training for the Olympics. Giving seven year olds a test to see if they do well under pressure and if not, telling their parents not to try to get this one into the Olympics. Grit. What boot camp is for. Training to be the best person in the world at field stripping a rifle. Still living this life, which is great. Still being responsible for other people's taxes. Looking forward to the new year because it's tax time. How your life might've been different if your parents insisted you go to college. We've got learning at home but we don't have socialization at home. Studying how to study without knowing how to study. Passing the classes you were interested in at that moment and not doing so well in the test. Two friends in the furry community. Telling your friend about your medical condition in VR Chat. A documentary about kidney transplants in the furry community. Damn, That's a Good Kidney! Filming a documentary in VR Chat. What normal people think about time travel fiction. Yes, you have to use your hands, and yes it's like a baby's toy. Reading a piece of fiction because you're hoping to have a good time. Which time-travel movies have reached the heights of popular culture. Having this 360-degree camera just sitting around and trying to figure out what movie to make with it.

News and Updates: Wing and Walmart Expand Drone Delivery: Scaling to 150 more stores, reaching 40 million Americans by 2027. The coast-to-coast expansion targets major hubs like LA, Miami, and Houston starting January 15th. Wikipedia Celebrates 25 Years: Founded Jan 15, 2001, the volunteer-led encyclopedia now hosts 7 million English articles. Despite AI challenges, it remains a resilient, neutral global reference through adaptive enterprise partnerships. Meta Abandons the Metaverse: Meta laid off 1,500 Reality Labs staff and shuttered VR studios after losing $73 billion. The company is pivoting toward AI and successful Ray-Ban smart glasses. Second U.S. Sphere Coming to Maryland: A 6,000-seat "Sphere National Harbor" is planned for the DC area. The $200 million venue will feature immersive 4D tech and a massive wraparound LED screen. Canada Breaks with U.S. on Chinese EV Tariffs: PM Mark Carney slashed tariffs on Chinese EVs to 6.1% in exchange for lower canola duties. The deal aims for joint ventures to build cars in Canada.

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: I can tell you personally that we are not getting out of VR," says Meta Developer Advocate just one week after the brand laid off more than 1,000 Reality Labs employeesReport: Apple plans to launch AI-powered wearable pin device as soon as 2027NexDock is building a new Windows phone that you can buy in 2026 — Meet the NexPhone with Windows 11Google now offers free SAT practice exams, powered by GeminiHow bad was the Verizon outage? Really bad.Spotify is no longer running ICE recruitment adsSpotify launches AI-driven 'prompted playlist' for premium users in US, CanadaSesame Street finds a new home on YouTube with over 100 classic episodeChatGPT to start showing users ads based on their conversationsDevice that may be tied to Havana Syndrome obtained by U.S. governmentIkea's $10 Kallsup speakers are tiny, colorful, and surprisingly loud

Gestir Vikulokanna eru Halla Gunnarsdóttir formaður VR, Kristján Þórður Snæbjarnarson þingmaður Samfylkingar og Davíð Stefánsson formaður Varðbergs. Þau ræddu alþjóðamál, varnar- og öryggismál, efnahagsmál, stöðuna á vinnumarkaði og komandi sveitar- og borgarstjórnarkosningar. Umsjón: Höskuldur Kári Schram Tæknimaður: Kári Guðmundsson

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jill McKinley,Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. The discussion spans the latest Vision Pro beta updates and immersive NBA experiences to rumors of new M5 MacBook Pros and significant leadership shifts at Apple. The team also tackles critical security news, including a major data breach at a manufacturing partner and new anti-phishing features from 1Password. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary In episode 405 of In Touch With iOS, host Dave Ginsburg is joined by a full panel including Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, and Jeff Gamet to dissect the latest developments in the Apple ecosystem. The episode covers a wide range of topics from hardware shortages and software betas to major security breaches and executive transitions. The panel discusses the recent Vision Pro beta releases, noting that while the updates are relatively minor, they significantly improve connectivity with game controllers. Looking ahead, Apple Arcade is set to launch a "Retrocade" on February 5th, bringing 3D immersive versions of classics like Pac-Man, Space Invaders, and Asteroids to the headset. The team also reviews the recent immersive Lakers NBA game, sharing mixed feelings about the audio quality and app stability, but ultimately expressing excitement for the future of sports in VR. Current MacBook Pro stock is reportedly thinning, with wait times stretching into March. This has fueled speculation about an imminent release of M5 Pro and M5 Max models. The panel debates whether users should upgrade now or wait for the rumored M6, while also considering how NVIDIA's priority at TSMC for AI chips might be impacting Apple's supply chain. The discussion takes a serious turn regarding a massive 1TB data breach at Apple manufacturing partner Luxshare. The stolen data allegedly includes confidential product designs and engineering documents from 2019 through 2025, raising concerns about reverse engineering and hardware vulnerabilities. On the software side, 1Password has introduced a new anti-phishing feature that warns users when they attempt to paste passwords into suspicious websites. The panel also revisits Walmart's continued refusal to accept Apple Pay, noting that the retailer prefers its own "Walmart Pay" system to maintain control over customer purchase data. Apple TV+ continues to gain momentum with six Academy Award nominations for the film F1. The panel also previews upcoming content, including the March 27th premiere of For All Mankind Season 5, and discusses other popular series like Starfleet Academy and Monarch. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to reports that John Ternus is being groomed as the next Apple CEO. Ternus has recently taken over management of the design teams, a move seen as a way to expose him to broader business operations before Tim Cook eventually retires. While some panelists express anxiety over a post-Cook era, others highlight Apple's history of strong succession planning. Topics and Links   In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  Apple Seeds Second Betas of watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, and visionOS 26.3 to Developers visionOS 26.3 Beta 2 Release Notes   Apple Arcade Adding These Four Games in February for Vision Pro Dave, Marty, and Eric give thoughts viewing the Lakers Immersive game When and how to watch Lakers games in Apple Immersive format on Vision Pro What it's like to watch an NBA game courtside in Apple Vision Pro Beta this week. iOS 26.3 Beta 2 continues.  In Touch With Mac this week MacBook Pro Buyers Now Facing Up to a Two-Month Wait Ahead of New Models The Gmen show Episode 22 Other Topics Major data breach could expose Apple secrets Walmart Still Doesn't Accept Apple Pay in the U.S. in 2026, Here's Why Apple Tops 2025 Smartphone Market With 20% Share, 10% Growth Apple drops to 7th in U.S. patent rankings for 2025 as grants fall 11%, per report Apple tops the 2026 World's Most Admired Companies list—finishing No. 1 for the 19th year in a row News Apple's F1 Movie Nominated for Best Picture at 2026 Oscars Apple scores six Academy Award nominations Apple TV reveals first look at season five of hit space drama "For All Mankind" ChatGPT Atlas Gains Tab Groups, Auto Google/AI Search Switching 1Password Launches Anti-Phishing Warnings for Pasted Passwords Apple's John Ternus Takes Over Design in Latest CEO Succession Move Announcements Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when  they're ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.  Macstock IX Digital Pass Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65  and the show @intouchwithios   Our Regular Contributors Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social‬ Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast  Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net  Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.   Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com  Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group. Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com  @MacParrot and @VertShark on X  Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code  703-828-4677

Earth Must Die sets the tone, followed by Ubisoft shake-ups, vanished VR mods, DLC oddities in Monster Hunter Wilds, and New World heading for shutdown The post BRB UK 666: Milky Milky appeared first on Big Red Barrel.

Let's talk about the Xbox showcase today, as well as the dust up over CDProjekt Red and VR mods. Plus RE getting yet another remake, Highguard getting a freebie, Marathon maybe doing ok afterall, and Nintendo getting you guy another weird toy. GAMES PLAYED:SCOTTStar Wars Dark Forces Remaster Fire Emblem: Engage Terra PitJONI Final Fantasy VII RemakeBEAU Elden Ring Shinobi Guild Wars Reforged Pirate Yakuza Heroes of the Storm Peak Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's talk about the Xbox showcase today, as well as the dust up over CDProjekt Red and VR mods. Plus RE getting yet another remake, Highguard getting a freebie, Marathon maybe doing ok afterall, and Nintendo getting you guy another weird toy. GAMES PLAYED:SCOTTStar Wars Dark Forces Remaster Fire Emblem: Engage Terra PitJONI Final Fantasy VII RemakeBEAU Elden Ring Shinobi Guild Wars Reforged Pirate Yakuza Heroes of the Storm Peak Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Vaatame ettepoole, mida aastast 2026 oodata ja millised on selle alanud aasta kõige olulisemad teemad. Tavapäraselt anname ka teada, milliseid mänge me ise sellest aastast kõige enam ootame. Lisaks räägime sellest, millises seisus on VR, kuhu on jõudnud Playstationi ja Xboxi konkurents ning kuidas läheb Eesti mängudel. Paarist mängust räägime ka, Martin on proovinud Tomb Raider IV-VI, Rainer Dishonored: Death of the Outsiderit ja Rein Yakuza: Like a Dragonit. Soovituseks on Just Cause'i sari, mille tervenisti saab Humble Bundle'ist kätte 13 euroga. Lingid: https://www.eurogamer.net/the-93-most-exciting-games-of-2026 https://www.polygon.com/video-game-predictions-2026-steam-machine-gta6/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_in_video_games https://gameinformer.com/2026 https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisofts-troubled-prince-of-persia-sands-of-time-remake-is-dead-as-publisher-kills-multiple-projects-closes-studios-and-orders-staff-back-to-the-office https://www.uploadvr.com/meta-closes-twisted-pixel-armature-sanzaru-games/ https://www.uploadvr.com/batman-arkham-shadow-sequel-canceled-as-camouflaj-sees-significant-layoffs/ https://www.eurogamer.net/life-is-strange-reunion-will-be-the-thrilling-finale-to-the-max-and-chloe-saga-coming-march https://eestimangud.ee/ https://www.humblebundle.com/games/just-cause-complete-collection-2026 https://store.steampowered.com/app/2996040/Teenage_Mutant_Ninja_Turtles_Splintered_Fate/

with @PalmerLuckey @cdixonIn this special episode — our 100th on the a16z crypto show! — Chris Dixon interviews Palmer Luckey (founder of Anduril; founder of Oculus VR and designer of the Oculus Rift) to talk about the future of technology, belief, and building.What does it take to build hardware at scale? Where are many of today's tech bottlenecks? And what's the case for optimism about the future despite growing geopolitical turmoil, regulatory constraints, and other blockers to innovation? The candid, wide-ranging conversation covers crypto, banking, and stablecoins, as well as modern warfare, the U.S.–China technology race, AI and manufacturing, and much more. Dixon also digs into company building in good times and bad with Luckey; the conversation was recorded live at our Founders Summit. Highlights:0:00 — Introduction2:08 — Early Oculus: Why VR was hard8:02 — Bitcoin & early crypto days9:49 — The Facebook acquisition13:36 — How successful was VR, really?18:59 — Starting Anduril20:01 — Hiring for mission ("Don't Work at Anduril")23:59 — How Anduril works (product dev, org design)27:47 — How Palmer stays ahead of the curve33:00 — The US-China technology race34:40 — What Putin understood early about AI39:45 — Stablecoins & banking risk45:00 — Politics as bottleneck47:00 — Future of technology: AI, fusion, quantum50:23 — Automation, abundance, and optimism53:23 — Ukraine, drones, and the reality of warFollow a16z crypto for more...X: https://x.com/a16zcryptoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/a16zcrypto/posts/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pMZvsNXEnb0CYcPiDQywEApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/web3-with-a16z-crypto/id1622312549Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@a16zcrypto

On this episode of The GAP Luke Lawrie and Joab Gilroy return for another year of talking about video games. The Games they've been playing this week include Dispatch, Death Stranding 2, Hades II, Dying Light: The Beast, Nonolith, Hytale, Cubic Odyssey, The Séance of Blake Manor, Quarantine Zone, Patient Zero: Pandemic Simulator, and Magic: The Gathering – Lorwyn Eclipsed. Over in the news Meta lays off over 1,000 staff and shuts three VR studios, a new expansion is reportedly in development for The Witcher 3, GPU prices may spike due to hardware shortages, and The Division director Julian Gerighty departs Massive for DICE. This episode goes for 2 hours and 25 minutes, it also contains coarse language. Timestamps – 00:00:00 – Start 00:10:09 – Magic: The Gathering – Lorwyn Eclipsed 00:15:29 – Patient Zero: Pandemic Simulator 00:22:20 – Quarantine Zone 00:29:46 – The Séance of Blake Manor 00:36:26 – Cubic Odyssey 00:40:44 – Hytale 00:44:39 – Nonolith 00:46:18 – Dying Light: The Beast 00:58:44 – Hades II 01:11:43 – Death Stranding 2 01:24:35 – Dispatch 01:37:39 – News 01:59:17 – Questions 02:14:39 – Weekly Plugs 02:19:36 – End of Show Subscribe in a reader iTunes / Spotify

Essa semana, descobrimos que a vingança nunca é plena em Ghost of Yōtei e solucionamos assassinatos misteriosos em Confidential Killings. Nas notícias, os protestos no Roblox, a Meta fechando estúdio de jogos VR, as novidades de Resident Evil Requiem, a performance no PC misteriosa de Monster Hunter Wilds e mais! Comece seu dia com a INSIDER Nosso cupom: JOGABILIDADE 00:14:13: Protestos contra mudanças no Roblox 00:26:32: Novidades de Resident Evil Requiem 00:37:26: Rumores do próximo remake de Resident Evil 00:40:24: Descobriram um dos motivos dos problemas técnicos de Monster Hunter Wilds 00:49:42: Aniversário de 35 anos de Sonic the Hedgehog 00:54:01: Amazon anuncia reality show de Fallout 00:56:33: Meta fecha estúdios de desenvolvimento de jogos em realidade virtual 01:04:03: Confidential Killings - A Detective Game 01:19:44: Ghost of Yōtei 01:57:36: Descubra o meu jogo 02:09:48: Spoilers do final de Ghost of Yōtei Contribua | Twitter | YouTube | Twitch | Contato

This week on The Data Minute, Peter sits down with Arian Ghashghai, Founding Partner at Earthling VC, to discuss his thesis of investing in "weird stuff early."Arian explains why he bets on robotic oyster farms, virtual reality, and ocean exploration when other investors are chasing the latest consensus trends. He breaks down his "pirate ship" approach to venture capital and why being the first check is often more valuable to a founder than being the "most helpful."They also discuss the current state of the VC market and why Arian believes many funds have shifted from true long-term investing to short-term trading. Plus, Arian shares his unfiltered advice on raising from LPs, why he ignores "signaling risk" from big funds, and why Zurich might have a higher talent density than San Francisco.Subscribe to Carta's weekly Data Minute newsletter: https://carta.com/subscribe/data-newsletter-sign-up/Explore interactive startup and VC data, with Carta's Data Desk: https://carta.com/data-desk/Chapters:00:00 – Intro: Investing in weird stuff02:07 – Intro to Earthling VC02:47 – The "weird stuff early" thesis03:57 – Who are the LPs backing weird tech?05:47 – Why VR is a polarizing investment08:55 – The value of transparency with LPs10:49 – Case study: Robotic oyster farms14:36 – Do LPs push back on style drift?16:06 – Why keep the fund size small?18:50 – Portfolio construction: Diversified vs. Concentrated19:56 – Fundraising advice: Find alignment, don't convince25:46 – Can a solo GP really support 50 companies?28:42 – The three types of investors: Biggest, First, Helpful30:50 – Speed as a competitive advantage33:03 – Why Safe caps are just demand-driven prices34:11 – The cynicism of modern venture capital38:02 – Are VCs investing or just trading?41:31 – Do we need more VCs?46:41 – Avoiding consensus deal flow48:17 – Why Zurich is an underrated tech hub50:50 – Why founders love explicit investorsThis presentation contains general information only and eShares, Inc. dba Carta, Inc. (“Carta”) is not, by means of this publication, rendering accounting, business, financial, investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice or services, and is for informational purposes only.  This presentation is not a substitute for such professional advice or services nor should it be used as a basis for any decision or action that may affect your business or interests. © 2026 eShares, Inc., dba Carta, Inc. All rights reserved.

Listen to 148 Future Now Show - X-Class Pandora A lively show today, we take a look at what’s going on in our corner of the universe.  Looks like we just weathered what is  known as an X-Class solar flare, lighting up the Northern skies with the aurora borealis, and and giving global communications a bit of a glitchy headache. Thanks to the Golden Dome initiative Rocket Lab is hitting it big time on Wall Street, and the new space telescope, Pandora, looks at the solar flares of other star systems in the search of E.T. life. And the ultimate rocket showdown: Who’s packing the bigger boom? Elon’s SpaceX Starship or NASA’s mighty SLS? We’re diving into the specs, the swagger, and who might actually win the space race crown. Popcorn ready?  Over in Metaverse land, Meta just showed the door to about 1,500 folks tied to their VR dreams as they’re desperately trying to plug the multi-billion-dollar money bleed. And Siri? Oh boy—Apple’s ditching the OpenAI hookup and switching allegiances to Google’s Gemini for that next-level upgrade. Why the swap? We break it down, including Bobby’s hot take: local AI running right on your device is about to take over the world. That’s why Apple’s reportedly renting Google’s monster server farms instead of building their own—smart move or sneaky strategy? In the programming world, Claude.ai is killing it, allowing complex programming to be done in English!No more staring at cryptic errors for hours; just talk to it like a super-genius buddy.Health corner: We’re spilling the tea on sugar substitutes that won’t wreck your vibe. Check out cool options like Tagatose (tastes almost like the real deal but with way fewer calories and barely any blood sugar spike), plus GlyNAC and glycine for those extra wellness perks. Sweet without the guilt?And get this—in Japan, researchers discovered that simple blue lights on subway platforms slash suicide rates by a mind-blowing 84%. Calming vibes from LED magic turning a tragic problem into a low-cost win. Humanity-level glow-up! Meanwhile, look up, its…Devos time! Enjoy..

We're closing the book on 2025 with our annual Year in Review—and the numbers are WILD. From 156 episodes (yep—3 per week) to 4,454 minutes of content (74+ hours) and listeners in 100 countries, this show continues to grow because of one thing: the hockey community sharing it.We also count down the Top 5 episodes of 2025 (plus an honorable mention), talk through the topics parents are clearly searching for most (tryouts, development, myths, and expectations), and pull back the curtain on what happens after we hit “end recording”—including how titles, transcripts, and social clips help families actually find the episodes they need.And if you've ever wondered whether the show is still growing… November + December 2025 were the two biggest months we've ever had. Hockey-stick chart. Straight up.Key TakeawaysConsistency wins: 156 episodes in 2025 and no missed weeks in 6 yearsGlobal reach: listeners in 100 countries and 3,853 cities in 2025Top cities: Toronto #1, followed by Minneapolis and ChicagoTop 10% on Buzzsprout: driven by listens per episode + community sharingThe search effect is real: the episodes that rank highest are the ones parents need answers to (tryouts, benchmarks, myths)The Top 5 Episodes of 2025 (Countdown)#5: Do Early Hockey Stars Stay Ahead? (Ep. 399)#4: What Skills Should My Kid Have at Their Age? (Ep. 390)#3: 3 Pieces of Advice Hockey Parents Ask For… and Ignore (Ep. 376)#2: Debunking Youth Hockey Myths w/ Bruins Performance Coach Kevin Neal (Ep. 358)#1: The Truth About Tryouts and Evaluations (Ep. 355)Honorable Mention: The Underappreciated Defenseman (Ep. 343)Practical Tips for Parents (takeaways from this discussion)Don't panic over a 2–3 day tryout window—evaluation happens all seasonUse benchmarks as guardrails, not pressure—kids develop at different speedsWhen you're stuck at the rink… search the website + share the episodeSend questions in—some of the best episodes start with a listener email--Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena!

Well Star Wars fans can continue to argue, because Kathleen Kennedy stepping down certainly wont stop them. But something to stop to listen to, is George RR Martin telling all to the Hollywood Reporter. Plus, Fallout Season 2 is not falling behind season 1, people just don't remember how TV works. Ubisoft decided to lay a big one on the gaming industry by cancelling another Prince of Persia game, and Netflix wants to keep WB movies on the big screen if the merger goes through. That and more on this weeks episode.

Rumors are starting to pick up in 2026, with more information emerging about the upcoming iPhone 18 and M5 MacBook Pros. Could we finally see new Studio Displays this year? And end-to-end encryption for RCS messages could finally be coming to iOS. iPhone 18 Pro: Dynamic Island may move to top-left screen corner. Some MacBook Pro configurations see up to a two-month delay ahead of possible next-gen M5 MacBook Pro release. The icon history of various Apple software. New Studio Display or Pro Display XDR spotted in regulatory database. Google Gemini-Powered Siri will reportedly have these 7 new features. Apple Watch blood sugar monitoring a step closer as new tech launches. The Smartlet dual watch band is the most ridiculous Apple Watch accessory yet. Apple Vision Pro owners will get a great assortment of classic arcade games in VR soon. Red Bull's 2026 Formula 1 launch puts Apple hardware front and center. Civilization VII is coming to Apple Arcade. As pressure mounts for Apple to pull the X app, xAI says Grok will stop undressing people. In case you ever doubted it, Apple Car was real -- reveals Airbnb. End-to-end encryption for RCS messages surfaces in iOS 26.3 beta. Apple is fighting for TSMC capacity as Nvidia takes center stage. Apple testing new App Store design that blurs the line between ads and search results Picks of the Week Andy's Pick: Dolly Parton & Trio, with Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt Stephen's Pick: Aqara U400 Smart Lock UWB Jason's Pick: Also the Aqara U400 Smart Lock, but UWB locks in general. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Guest: Stephen Robles Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: bitwarden.com/twit

Rumors are starting to pick up in 2026, with more information emerging about the upcoming iPhone 18 and M5 MacBook Pros. Could we finally see new Studio Displays this year? And end-to-end encryption for RCS messages could finally be coming to iOS. iPhone 18 Pro: Dynamic Island may move to top-left screen corner. Some MacBook Pro configurations see up to a two-month delay ahead of possible next-gen M5 MacBook Pro release. The icon history of various Apple software. New Studio Display or Pro Display XDR spotted in regulatory database. Google Gemini-Powered Siri will reportedly have these 7 new features. Apple Watch blood sugar monitoring a step closer as new tech launches. The Smartlet dual watch band is the most ridiculous Apple Watch accessory yet. Apple Vision Pro owners will get a great assortment of classic arcade games in VR soon. Red Bull's 2026 Formula 1 launch puts Apple hardware front and center. Civilization VII is coming to Apple Arcade. As pressure mounts for Apple to pull the X app, xAI says Grok will stop undressing people. In case you ever doubted it, Apple Car was real -- reveals Airbnb. End-to-end encryption for RCS messages surfaces in iOS 26.3 beta. Apple is fighting for TSMC capacity as Nvidia takes center stage. Apple testing new App Store design that blurs the line between ads and search results Picks of the Week Andy's Pick: Dolly Parton & Trio, with Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt Stephen's Pick: Aqara U400 Smart Lock UWB Jason's Pick: Also the Aqara U400 Smart Lock, but UWB locks in general. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Guest: Stephen Robles Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: bitwarden.com/twit

Rumors are starting to pick up in 2026, with more information emerging about the upcoming iPhone 18 and M5 MacBook Pros. Could we finally see new Studio Displays this year? And end-to-end encryption for RCS messages could finally be coming to iOS. iPhone 18 Pro: Dynamic Island may move to top-left screen corner. Some MacBook Pro configurations see up to a two-month delay ahead of possible next-gen M5 MacBook Pro release. The icon history of various Apple software. New Studio Display or Pro Display XDR spotted in regulatory database. Google Gemini-Powered Siri will reportedly have these 7 new features. Apple Watch blood sugar monitoring a step closer as new tech launches. The Smartlet dual watch band is the most ridiculous Apple Watch accessory yet. Apple Vision Pro owners will get a great assortment of classic arcade games in VR soon. Red Bull's 2026 Formula 1 launch puts Apple hardware front and center. Civilization VII is coming to Apple Arcade. As pressure mounts for Apple to pull the X app, xAI says Grok will stop undressing people. In case you ever doubted it, Apple Car was real -- reveals Airbnb. End-to-end encryption for RCS messages surfaces in iOS 26.3 beta. Apple is fighting for TSMC capacity as Nvidia takes center stage. Apple testing new App Store design that blurs the line between ads and search results Picks of the Week Andy's Pick: Dolly Parton & Trio, with Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt Stephen's Pick: Aqara U400 Smart Lock UWB Jason's Pick: Also the Aqara U400 Smart Lock, but UWB locks in general. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Guest: Stephen Robles Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: bitwarden.com/twit

January 21, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Eventbrite reports 79% of Gen Z and millennials plan to attend more in-person events in 2026, gravitating toward spontaneous formats like run clubs and sauna raves over curated programming Meta puts Supernatural VR fitness app into maintenance mode, ending new content after layoffs and strategic shift toward AI, signaling broader risk for VR fitness category Merge Labs, co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, raises $252M to develop brain-computer interfaces starting with medical applications before expanding to consumer use Cream Co. Meats raises $8M to connect consumers with regenerative ranchers as concern over pesticides drives shift toward nutrient-dense animal protein and transparency More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co  

Rumors are starting to pick up in 2026, with more information emerging about the upcoming iPhone 18 and M5 MacBook Pros. Could we finally see new Studio Displays this year? And end-to-end encryption for RCS messages could finally be coming to iOS. iPhone 18 Pro: Dynamic Island may move to top-left screen corner. Some MacBook Pro configurations see up to a two-month delay ahead of possible next-gen M5 MacBook Pro release. The icon history of various Apple software. New Studio Display or Pro Display XDR spotted in regulatory database. Google Gemini-Powered Siri will reportedly have these 7 new features. Apple Watch blood sugar monitoring a step closer as new tech launches. The Smartlet dual watch band is the most ridiculous Apple Watch accessory yet. Apple Vision Pro owners will get a great assortment of classic arcade games in VR soon. Red Bull's 2026 Formula 1 launch puts Apple hardware front and center. Civilization VII is coming to Apple Arcade. As pressure mounts for Apple to pull the X app, xAI says Grok will stop undressing people. In case you ever doubted it, Apple Car was real -- reveals Airbnb. End-to-end encryption for RCS messages surfaces in iOS 26.3 beta. Apple is fighting for TSMC capacity as Nvidia takes center stage. Apple testing new App Store design that blurs the line between ads and search results Picks of the Week Andy's Pick: Dolly Parton & Trio, with Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt Stephen's Pick: Aqara U400 Smart Lock UWB Jason's Pick: Also the Aqara U400 Smart Lock, but UWB locks in general. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Guest: Stephen Robles Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: bitwarden.com/twit

In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler, unpack the realities behind today's AI headlines. They explore OpenAI's shift toward advertising, the growing human bottleneck in data center expansion, and why the AI conversation is moving beyond productivity toward physical and human-centred systems. The discussion dives into the surprising earning power of skilled trades, how XR is transforming workforce training, and why the metaverse was never just about VR headsets. From VRChat to The Sims, Cathy and Lee reveal where the spatial web is quietly taking shape, and what it all means for the future of work and technology.Come for the tech and stay for the magic!Cathy Hackl BioCathy Hackl is a globally recognized tech & gaming executive, futurist, and speaker focused on spatial computing, virtual worlds, augmented reality, AI, strategic foresight, and gaming platforms strategy. She's one of the top tech voices on LinkedIn and is the CEO of Spatial Dynamics, a spatial computing and AI solutions company, including gaming. Cathy has worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Magic Leap, and HTC VIVE and has advised companies like Nike, Ralph Lauren, Walmart, Louis Vuitton, and Clinique on their emerging tech and gaming journeys. She has spoken at Harvard Business School, MIT, SXSW, Comic-Con, WEF Annual Meeting in Davos 2023, CES, MWC, Vogue's Forces of Fashion, and more. Cathy Hackl on LinkedInSpatial Dynamics on LinkedInLee Kebler BioLee has been at the forefront of blending technology and entertainment since 2003, creating advanced studios for icons like Will.i.am and producing music for Britney Spears and Big & Rich. Pioneering in VR since 2016, he has managed enterprise data at Nike, led VR broadcasting for Intel at the Japan 2020 Olympics, and driven large-scale marketing campaigns for Walmart, Levi's, and Nasdaq. A TEDx speaker on enterprise VR, Lee is currently authoring a book on generative AI and delving into splinternet theory and data privacy as new tech laws unfold across the US.Lee Kebler on LinkedInKey Discussion Topics: 00:00 Intro00:33 The Shift in AI Conversation: From Productivity to Humanity05:15 OpenAI's Financial Crisis and the Ad-Supported ChatGPT Problem11:31 Can AI Intentionally Give Wrong Answers to Keep You Engaged?13:46 The Unexpected HVAC and Trades Shortage Fueling AI Infrastructure16:34 How XR Technology Transfers Expert Knowledge to New Tradespeople20:21 Meta's Metaverse Layoffs: Why Spatial Computing Is Still the Future25:33 VRChat Breaks Records While Gaming Embraces Living Worlds26:28 Luxury Brands Return to Gaming with Coach and The Sims28:08 Bethesda Revamps Fallout 76 After TV Show Success32:31 Book Recommendations and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the release of Animal Crossing New Horizon's Nintendo Switch 2 Edition & 3.0 Update, comedian Katherine Hutchins and friend of the show Emma Brockway join to discuss if we're psychologically ready to return to our pandemic-era islands. Will our residents even know us anymore? What if we forgot how to play? Oh we also give our impressions of everything new in the latest update. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as layoffs at Meta affecting many VR game developers, Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time getting a LEGO set, rumors of a new Switch 2 model found on Nintendo's website and much more. As always, we close with the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:27 News and Rumors 0:45:56 Animal Crossing 3.0 Update 1:29:42 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: https://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips

Email the show: ⁠⁠⁠nintendopowblock@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠This week on Nintendo Pow Block:It's a busy week for Nintendo, which means a packed episode of Nintendo Pow Block. This week, Edward Varnell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Corey Dirrig discuss reports that the live-action Legend of Zelda movie will be heading to Netflix after its theatrical run thanks to Sony's streaming deal. They also react to the closure of Armature Studios, what it says about the current state of VR, and where that talent could end up next. On top of that, Hi-Fi Rush is showing signs of life again for Switch and Switch 2 thanks to the PEGI ratings board reveal, and a leaked release date may have revealed when Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is coming. This and more on Nintendo Pow Block!Show Information: Follow Nintendo Pow Block on ⁠⁠⁠⁠X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠.Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Nintendo Pow Block on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ or on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network's website⁠⁠⁠⁠.Follow our Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Edward Varnell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Cofounder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Corey Dirrig⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Founder of Boss Rush Media and the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More from Boss Rush:Join the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network Community Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Follow the Boss Rush Network on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support the Boss Rush Network on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Buy merch on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Store⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website at BossRush.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more great content.Thank you for your Support!Thank you for watching or listening to Nintendo Pow Block, the Nintendo podcast from Boss Rush Network! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to the channel, give the video a Like, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any other podcast app, please leave us a 5-star rating and a review—it really helps! For more great content, visit our website at BossRush.net. Thanks for your continued support of Nintendo Pow Block and our independent endeavor with the Boss Rush Network!#NintendoPowBlock #NintendoNews #LegendOfZelda #ZeldaMovie #Netflix #Switch2 #NintendoSwitch #HiFiRush #FireEmblem #GamingPodcast #VideoGameNews

There's a big new Animal Crossing update out now which hopefully doesn't mean that there's another global pandemic around the corner! We're chatting about everything that's new in the update, as well as some VR related layoffs and what that means for the future of the platform, a leaked release date for Forza Horizon 6 and the great new indie 3D platformer Big Hops.Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code FILTHY at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/filthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Dirtybird Radio, Jamie and Kiraleigh crank up the energy as Los Angeles-based duo Max Low. Melt those mid-winter blues away as the pair spin some of their favorite dancefloor heaters and throw in a few originals to boot. VR warm-up set:LANCR - "I Know That I Mean It" [Late Night Munchies]Hunter Reid - "Lately" [Almost Like We Met]Maxinne x Cami Jones - "What We Do (Shane Fernandes Remix)" [Summer-ized Sessions]Sacha Robotti & Felix feat. Eric D. Clark - "Whistleman" [Dirtybird Records]Max Low guest set:Max Low - IDDaft Punk - Technologic (Shapeshfter Remix)POLOVICH - Pretty FriendsSIMIO - X-AMOUNTSielo, Sam Collins - Don't StopArdalan, Shaded (LA), Life on Planets, Black V Neck - Spiraling Max Low - My AddictionNIIKO X SWAE - AyerGoodboys - Positive Mental AttitudeGenesi - TempoKaskade & CID ft. Anabel Englund - Vision BlurredBart Skils, Layton Giordani - Deadly ValentineCosmic Gate, Sarah De Warren, AVIRA - How This Ends

As PlayStation's aggressive pursuit of crossmedia success continues, we have a new piece of news worth considering in the form of the casting of Kratos in Amazon's upcoming God of War series. 6'6" American actor Ryan Hurst has won the coveted role, joining notable writers, directors, and a famous showrunner to make what could very well be Sony's most promising TV property yet. We discuss. Plus: A notorious developer known for more than a thousand asset flip-slash-Trophy farming games has all of its titles removed from the PSN, compelling evidence circulates that 2016's The Division is getting a Definitive Edition on PS5 somewhat imminently, Xbox's Fable joins Avowed as yet another game slated for Sony's console, Call of Duty sales purportedly plummet 60% year-over-year, and more. Then: Listener inquiries! With Colin only a few Platinums away from 200, is there any game he's specifically targeting for the milestone? Following the closure of Meta's largest VR studios, is the pursuit of virtual reality in games officially dead? Could Sea of Thieves be the actual, original extraction shooter (for lack of a better term)? Do we anticipate we'll ever win the Golden Globe for Best Podcast? Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:30:04 - Rest in Peace Mojo0:34:17 - Golden Globe's best podcast0:37:48 - Stand down Dave0:38:38 - Long Island lore0:43:56 - Ryan Hurst is Kratos0:56:57 - The Division: Definitive Edition?1:04:21 - Is Sony doing something about Trophy slop games?1:20:34 - Forza Horizon 5 sells over 5 million on PS51:26:51 - Fable is coming to PS51:41:15 - Is Call of Duty failing?2:04:02 - PS+ Extra Games2:06:58 - PSN Top games 20252:11:36 - What We've Been Playing (Mega Man 11, Destiny 1, Kingdom Hearts 2)2:28:58 - Colin's 200ths platinum plans2:32:39 - Lillymo DLC2:39:40 - Forgiveness for a 4 year old's gaming skills?2:43:56 - Fallout Season 22:48:49 - Meta shutting down studios3:04:07 - Why doesn't Sea of Thieves get enough credit? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff and Christian welcome video game youtuber Jakejames Lugo to the show this week to discuss Lego's Ocarina of Time set, new info about Resident Evil Requiem, the closure of top-tier VR gaming studios, and more!The Playlist:Jakejames:  Ball X Pit, Star Wars Outlaws (PS5), Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, Metroid Prime 4Christian: Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2 edition, Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0Jeff: Galactic Glitch, DunecrawlParting Gifts!

After years of secrecy and many delays, Xbox is set to pull the lid off one of its most anticipated RPGs at the upcoming Developer Direct. First rumored in 2017 and announced in 2020, Fable has been baking at Playground Games, the prolific racing game studio, for a long, long time. Now, Xbox promises a deep dive on everything from combat and choice to British humor and chickens. Is it do or die time for Fable? How does its early year showing shake up the already packed summer showcase? Will we finally get a release date? Perhaps just a release year? Indeed, there are so many questions, but most of these will be announced very shortly! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:06:26 - A time games did play for us0:12:04 - The Rook speaks0:14:41 - Baby Dukes on the way0:18:04 - Motivating ourselves after work0:24:22 - Would Matty interview Todd Howard again?0:36:29 - Avowed is headed to PS5 with its biggest update yet0:50:54 - Forza Bros collect their biggest win yet0:59:50 - Hellblade 3 is the focus1:10:16 - Towerborne releases February 26 for $251:16:55 - Masters Of Albion releases on April 22nd, 20261:21:39 - Crimson Desert's map size debate1:26:07 - Is ATLUS finally revealing Persona 6 this year?1:32:43 - Division 3 will have as big an impact as Division 11:38:19 - Details on the secret Witcher 3 expansion1:42:54 - Stellar Blade Boss speaks out on AI use case1:47:59 - Meta closes several VR studios1:58:44 - Everything we learned about Divinity in Larian AMA2:19:46 - What We're Playing2:42:16 - Developer Direct confirmed for January 22nd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices