Path Tracing Frustrates Indy’s High-End Potential

Indiana Jones and The Great Circle looks stunning with path tracing, but even top-of-the-line GPUs struggle to run the game at 4K resolution and max settings above 30 FPS. To achieve a smoother experience, players must make compromises on settings and resolution. The game’s reliance on path tracing makes it stand out, as seen in … Read more

Itch.io Taken Down by Funko’s AI-Powered Brand Protection Software

Indie game hosting site Itch.io was briefly taken down due to a misunderstanding between Funko, the owner of Funko Pop merchandise, and Itch.io’s brand protection software. The issue began when an AI-powered system called Brand Shield mistakenly flagged the site for potential phishing attempts. Itch.io’s creator Leafo explained that the mistake occurred because someone created … Read more

Supercharge Your Portfolio with Tech-Focused ETFs

Investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can be a simple way to generate wealth with minimal effort. One popular option is the Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT), which offers instant diversification into dozens of stocks from the tech industry. With 314 stocks representing major players like Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft, VGT provides a balance of risk … Read more

UK Labour Market Sees Sudden Crash in Demand After Budget

A recent survey by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) has shown a significant crash in demand for workers in Britain, with the index of demand for staff slipping to its lowest reading since August 2020. The REC’s index fell from 46.1 in October to 43.9 in November, indicating a sharp decline in hiring needs … Read more

Bitcoin Price Targets $200,000 by End of 2025

Bitcoin surged above $100,000, bolstering Wall Street bulls and fueling predictions for a potential doubling in price by the end of next year. Analysts attribute the rally to crypto-friendly policies under Donald Trump’s administration. Gautam Chhugani, a Bernstein analyst, expects Bitcoin to reach a cycle-high of $200,000 in late 2025. The analyst credits Trump’s pick … Read more

Trump’s EV skepticism sparks South Korean investment doubts

South Korea’s $54 billion electric-vehicle battery plan for US under threat President-elect Donald Trump’s skepticism towards electric vehicles (EVs) has led South Korean companies to reconsider their investments in the US. The concerns stem from potential tax credit reductions, which would impact demand and profitability. Several companies, including Posco Future M, have slowed or halted … Read more

Path of Exile 2 Smashes Success with Half a Million Concurrent Players

Grinding Gear Games’ highly anticipated action role-playing game, Path of Exile 2, has exceeded expectations with over half a million concurrent players on Steam alone. The game’s Early Access launch saw a surge in popularity, despite initial server issues that prevented players from logging in. Path of Exile 2 offers six character classes, each with … Read more

Imax Sees Strong Growth Across Asia-Pacific Markets

Imax Corporation has reported significant growth across the Asia-Pacific markets, with robust expansion plans in Southeast Asia and a strong presence in local language content. The company’s footprint in Indonesia has doubled to 18 operational screens, with two more in the pipeline, accounting for 5% of the country’s box office revenue. According to CEO Richard … Read more

S&P 500 Sees New High by 2025, According to Analysts

Wall Street’s most optimistic forecast predicts the S&P 500 will reach a new high of 7,100 by 2025. This ambitious target is attributed to a resilient economy, according to John Stoltzfus, chief investment strategist at Oppenheimer Asset Management. His forecast surpasses Deutsche Bank’s current top prediction of 7,000, which is also shared by Yardeni Research. … Read more

Penn State Football Makes History in College Playoff

Penn State will host No. 10 SMU in the first round of the College Football Playoff on December 21 at noon. The game, dubbed a “White Out,” marks the Nittany Lions’ first-ever appearance in the playoff. Historically, Penn State and SMU have met three times, with the Nittany Lions holding a slight edge. Their most … Read more