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The European Commission has responded to the Stop Killing Games movement with a decision that is likely to disappoint many supporters. The regulator says it cannot require publishers to keep video games playable after they are withdrawn from sale, but plans to work with industry groups and consumer organizations on a voluntary code of conduct for handling a game’s end of life. The decision follows months of pressure from consumer groups and game preservation advocates, who argue that publishers should not be able to render purchased games unusable once support ends. Why the EU rejected the proposal According to the…

As Part of Its Efforts to Promote Environmental Sustainability and Protect the Marine Environment Dubai Ports Authority Participates in “Save Our Harbor” Environmental Awareness Campaign in Collaboration with DP World and Dubai Maritime City Al Blooshi: Joint awareness initiative promotes sound environmental practices and helps reduce pollution in port waters. Al Blooshi: Campaign targets maritime sector employees, shipbuilding and repair yards, and marine service providers. The Dubai Ports Authority (DPA), at of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), participated in an environmental awareness campaign titled “Save Our Harbor” in collaboration with DP World and Dubai Maritime City, with the…

There have been plenty of rumors about the second-generation iPhone Air, but the most recent one sheds some light on the improvements it could bring and its launch window.  According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the second-generation iPhone Air, codenamed V62, is headed for a spring 2027 launch. This adds further detail to Apple’s already-reported staggered launch strategy for the iPhone 18 lineup. So what is Apple actually changing about the iPhone Air? The single rear-facing camera on the iPhone Air has drawn the most customer complaints, Gurman claims, and Apple plans to fix that with an ultrawide camera. This will…

Apple has spent much of the past year resisting a problem that has already severely affected the broader tech industry, with soaring memory and storage prices driving up the cost of nearly everything that relies on RAM and storage. But according to a recent Wall Street Journal report, that may no longer be possible. Speaking to the publication, Apple CEO Tim Cook said price increases are now “unavoidable” as the cost of DRAM memory and NAND storage continues to climb. The surge is being driven largely by the AI boom, as cloud providers and AI companies compete for the same…

BYD just launched the Great Tang, a full-size electric SUV that offers the range of a regular gasoline-powered car and takes only slightly longer to refuel (read: recharge).  The company’s flagship eSUV starts at around $35,500 and gives most American electric SUVs a serious run for their money. What exactly does $35,500 get buyers? The Great Tang comes in all-electric and plug-in hybrid variants.  The baseline trim, Premium EV, starts at 239,900 yuan (about $35,500), comes with a 105.79 kWh battery, and offers 497-mile CLTC range. For buyers who want even more flexibility, the Flagship EV trim, at 269,900 yuan…

BMW planned to open order books for the new i3 sedan this fall, but now, the automaker is opening them this week instead. The reason is the kind of happy problem every automaker wishes they had. As it turns out, too many people want to buy the car, and the automaker decided it would be rude to make them wait. When can you actually buy the i3 in the US? According to a report from the German publication Automobilwoche, BMW is already taking orders for a “1st Edition” i3 in Germany, months ahead of the original timeline. Only one version…

Sony just announced a new camera sensor that claims to handle dynamic range like a pro. The LYTIA L910, with 50-megapixel resolution, is headed to smartphones later this summer.  The standout specs include 100 dB of dynamic range and 4K/60fps video capture under maximum-brightness conditions, all while improving power efficiency. If your phone’s camera has ever blown out a night scene with bright LED signs in the background, or made a dark corner completely unreadable, this sensor fixes exactly that. So what makes the LYTIA L910 different? Part of the reason the L910 can handle tough lighting so well is…

10X Properties Investor Business Meet in Dubai Concludes with Strong Success, Paving the Way for 10X EXPO 2026 Dubai, UAE – 10X Properties successfully hosted a Private Investor Business Meet at the iconic Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, reinforcing its commitment to driving investment opportunities across the region. The exclusive gathering brought together investors, real estate professionals, and industry leaders from diverse backgrounds, reflecting strong confidence in Dubai’s dynamic investment landscape. From left to right: Mr. Mohammed Ghanim Mustafa – Director General, Ras Al Khaimah Radio Authority; Sukesh Govindan, CEO, 10X Properties; Dr. Hussain Yaslam Binsumad – Director of Investment; H.E. Mohamed…

If a blackout has ever cost you a fridge full of groceries, Jackery has a fix for that now. The company is introducing FridgeGuard alongside three new HomePower Series batteries, giving you power backup options for different appliances. FridgeGuard brings a sleek new look to fridge backup power Jackery says FridgeGuard is the world’s slimmest refrigerator backup battery. It measures just 2.6 inches thick and weighs 23 pounds, allowing it to sit beside a refrigerator, lie flat, or be mounted on a wall. Inside, a 1024Wh battery delivers up to 15 hours of runtime, stretching to 30 hours with an…

SICO Capital licensed by the Capital Market Authority and a wholly owned subsidiary of SICO BSC (c), a leading regional asset manager, broker, and investment bank with direct presence in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, today announced the launch of the SICO GCC Dividends Fund, The Fund marks SICO Capital’s third equity fund and the sixth fund within SICO Group’s suite of investment funds. The open-ended equity fund, domiciled in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and managed by SICO Capital, offers investors exposure to dividend-paying equities across the GCC region. The fund aims to provide investors with quarterly income and long-term…