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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Removes Predecessor’s Worst PS4, PS5 Trophies

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 will be released for deluxe edition buyers soon, with improved PS4 and PS5 trophies.
The new trophy list excludes the challenging trophies from THPS 1 + 2 like reaching Career Level 100.
The THPS 3 + 4 trophy list features 33 trophies, including Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum ones.
The game has received positive reviews with a rating of 9 out of 10, offering a polished and enjoyable experience.

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Diablo Immortal’s devs talk about making the new Druid class ‘better, cooler, and more unique’

The developers of Diablo Immortal discuss the introduction of the Druid class to the game, aiming to make it 'better, cooler, and more unique' than ever before.
A video released by the developers sheds light on the creation process for the new Druid class, emphasizing the nostalgia and high expectations associated with this character archetype.
Blizzard is launching a Druid Trial Race from July 7th to July 23rd, offering players a time-based dungeon challenge in Mad King's Breach to compete for special rewards.

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Call Of Duty: WW2 pulled offline amid hacking claims after it starts messing with PCs and citing random lawyers

Certain versions of Call Of Duty: WW2 have been causing disruptions like showing pornography, sending insulting messages, and potentially introducing ransomware on PCs.
Activision has taken the Xbox PC version of the game offline due to reports of a remote code execution exploit that allows hackers to manipulate the game's code remotely.
The disruptions in the game include references to lawyers involved in an Activision lawsuit against cheat code sellers, but Activision has not confirmed if it's a remote code execution issue, just stating it's addressing an 'issue'.
While Call Of Duty: WW2 is still available on Steam and Battle.net, it's advised to hold off playing until further details are revealed. Hacker group VX-Underground believes the disruptions are likely an RCE situation capable of more serious malware attacks.

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Threads is nearing X’s daily app users, new data shows

Instagram Threads is close to catching up to its competitor X in terms of mobile app users, as per new data from Similarweb.
In June 2025, Threads had 115.1 million daily active users, showing 127.8% year-over-year growth, whereas X reached 132 million daily actives with a 15.2% year-over-year growth decline.
Bluesky, a decentralized social network, saw significant year-over-year growth at 372.5% but has a relatively small user base compared to Threads and X.
The competition is intense between Threads and X on mobile, with X having an advantage on the web in terms of daily web visits, although Threads has a slight lead over Bluesky in this aspect.

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Your AI chats might be public. Here’s how to check.

Meta's new AI app inadvertently exposed users' AI conversations in a public feed without clear consent.
Public posts included chats on sensitive topics like parenting struggles, workplace disputes, and health concerns.
Meta's sharing process lacked clarity, requiring users to navigate through menus to control their data's visibility.
Unlike competitors, Meta's approach merges generative AI with social visibility, raising privacy concerns.

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25 Free Games & Apps Quest 3S Owners Should Download First

Impressive selection of free games, apps, and VR platforms for Oculus Quest 3S owners.
Games like 'Yeeps: Hide and Seek' and 'Gorilla Tag' provide unique gameplay experiences.
Social VR platforms such as Rec Room and VRChat offer interactive user-generated content.
Access a range of free multiplayer shooters, sports simulators, and casino games.
Enhance your Quest 3S gaming experience without spending money on initial games.

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Tony Hawk Celebrates THPS 3 + 4 Launch With Visit To London Zoo, Meets A Harris Hawk Named After Himself

Legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk celebrated the launch of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Remastered by visiting London Zoo.
During his visit, Hawk met a Harris Hawk named after himself, Tony Hawk.
Activision also announced a donation to London Zoo for conservation efforts, including care for Tony the Hawk.
Tony Hawk expressed his surreal experience at the event, skateboarding at the iconic London Zoo location.

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Instagram user says he was banned with no right of appeal

A young black entrepreneur had his personal and business Instagram accounts removed by Meta, claiming a violation of community guidelines on violence and incitement.
The removal of his accounts has severely impacted his social and professional network, resulting in lost income and opportunities, with no option for appeal or retrieval of data.
The individual denies posting violent or inciting content, with Meta refusing to disclose specific reasons for the ban or allow account reinstatement.
Meta faces criticism for mass bans through algorithms on Facebook and Instagram users, with instances of inaccessible support for users facing account security breaches.

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MMO Week in Review: Blackbird, Reaper Actual, and The Cube

Microsoft laid off 9100, canceling ZeniMax's in-dev MMORPG, impacting Blackbird and Online Studios.
John Smedley's new MMOFPS Reaper Actual revealed; The Cube and GW2 updates teased.
MMO news and opinions roundup including layoffs, game launches, expansions, trends, and updates.

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Welcome to Silicon Valley's winner-take-all era

Silicon Valley sees rise in nine-figure pay packages for top AI talent.
Meta reportedly offers up to $300 million to OpenAI researchers for Superintelligence Lab.
Tech industry faces divide as AI experts are highly sought after with hefty salaries.
The battle for AI talent intensifies between companies, impacting job security and industry dynamics.
Concerns arise over widening pay gap and potential challenges in cultivating next-gen engineers.

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WRUP: Surprising reasons you cannot get a pastrami and rye sandwich right now edition

Reasons why you can't get a pastrami sandwich from a church-deli mix.
Confusion between church names, deli hours, and sandwich offerings.
St. Markstopher's Church of the Holy Word and unusual church-sandwich dynamics.
Contributors sharing gaming plans and personal wins on scoring sale items.
Roundup of What Are You Playing activities and bonus questions for the week.

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The hidden cost of convenience

The article highlights how 'free' apps and social media platforms collect user data.
Companies use this data to customize ads, generating profits and possibly selling data.
Tips are given on how users can limit data collection by apps and platforms.
The piece stresses the importance of understanding privacy policies and adjusting app settings.
It emphasizes the need to reassess app usage and be mindful of information shared.

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Here's When to Expect Apple's Answer to Meta's Ray-Ban Smart Glasses

Apple is reportedly developing smart glasses to compete with Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses, but they are expected to launch in 2027.
The smart glasses will feature photo and video capabilities as well as music playback, touch controls, and hands-free voice control.
Apple plans to offer multiple frame and material options for its glasses, but it's unclear if they will partner with a major glasses brand like Ray-Ban.
Apple's smart glasses will not have built-in augmented reality displays, putting them behind Meta's current offerings, but Apple aims for higher sales projections in 2027.

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SHIB News: The Metaverse Enters Next Phase—Shiba Inu Team Confirms Active Rollout

Shiba Inu's metaverse upgrade addresses crashes, stutters, and loading times issues, resulting in smoother performance on various systems.
The upgrade focuses on faster access, lower memory usage, and improved stability across hubs like Tech Trench, Bark Park, and Shib Station.
The optimization process included resizing texture assets, reducing GPU memory usage, and enhancing visuals, paving the way for in-game economy features.
As SHIB's metaverse evolves with better user access and gameplay stability, the SHIB token experiences a 5.57% price increase and heightened trading volume.

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Meta supports EU law on children accessing social media: Why this matters

Meta has announced support for new EU rules requiring stricter age verification for children accessing social media, in line with the Digital Services Act (DSA) to enhance child online safety.
The EU mandate necessitates blocking children under 13, ensuring age-appropriate content for teens, and implementing effective age verification systems by platforms like Meta.
Meta's backing of the EU law marks a shift towards compliance and child safety, contrasting with Australia's stricter under-16 social media ban without parental consent.
The move signifies tech firms favoring collaboration with regulations, provides a framework for global lawmakers, and aids Meta in rebuilding public trust regarding child online safety.

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