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Unicode Adds Bigfoot-Inspired Hairy Creature Emoji and More in Latest Update The Unicode Consortium has revealed its latest batch of emoji, including a cryptid-inspired addition that fans of folklore will love. Dubbed Hairy Creature, the new emoji is clearly meant to represent Bigfoot, though its neutral name allows for broader cultural interpretations. This approach ensures […]

Google is pushing further into AI with new upgrades for its Search chatbot, now integrating the Gemini 2.5 Pro model and Deep Search capabilities. These additions are exclusive to Google AI Pro and Google AI Ultra subscribers, signaling the company’s intent to make AI Mode the main way users interact with its search service. The

The wait is over as Disney has dropped the full trailer for Tron: Ares, the third chapter in the long-running sci-fi franchise. Following a teaser earlier this year and years of anticipation, the new footage dives deeper into the plot, blending AI themes with high-stakes action. The trailer reveals a world where corporations aim to

The Wandering Village Leaves Early Access, Launches on PC, Switch, and PS5 After five years in development, The Wandering Village has officially left Steam Early Access and is now available on PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. The charming city-building game from Stray Fawn Studio has captivated players with its unique premise and cozy atmosphere

Spotify Expands Audiobook Access with New Premium Add-On Spotify is widely known for its music and podcast offerings, but Premium subscribers also get 15 hours of audiobook listening per month. For users who want more, the platform has introduced Audiobooks+, a new subscription add-on that doubles the monthly listening time. The add-on was first tested

Amazon’s Push for AI Leadership Clashes With Decarbonization Goals Amazon’s latest sustainability report reveals a troubling trend: its carbon emissions grew in 2024 for the first time since 2022. The company attributes much of this six percent increase to its rapid expansion of data centers, which are critical to its ambitions in generative AI. The

Choosing the Right Smartphone in 2025: A Crypto Enthusiast’s Guide Picking your next smartphone can feel overwhelming with so many options available. Whether you prefer iOS or Android, foldables or budget-friendly models, the decision depends on your needs. At Engadget, we’ve tested dozens of phones to help you find the best fit. Android or iOS?

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and several current and former executives have agreed to settle a lawsuit seeking $8 billion in damages over privacy violations tied to Facebook. The case, which accused them of failing to protect user data, was adjourned just as it entered its second day, avoiding testimony from key figures like Zuckerberg, Sheryl

Netflix Greenlights Assassin’s Creed Series as Video Game Adaptations Surge Hollywood’s trend of successful video game adaptations shows no signs of slowing down. Following hits like HBO’s The Last of Us and Amazon’s Fallout, Netflix has officially approved a live-action Assassin’s Creed series. This move comes nearly five years after Netflix first struck a deal

NASA Faces Uncertain Future as Proposed Budget Cuts Threaten Science Missions NASA is staring down one of its most uncertain futures in decades, with proposed budget cuts threatening to derail critical science missions and weaken the agency’s workforce. Casey Dreier, chief of space policy at The Planetary Society, warns that the scale of these cuts