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These charts show why Netflix is unbothered in the face of economic angst
- Netflix remains unbothered by economic headwinds and is not adjusting its forecasts.
- According to a UBS report, Netflix is cheaper than its peers in terms of cost per hour viewed.
- Co-CEO Ted Sarandos mentioned that Netflix is a tremendous value in terms of both absolute and competitive terms.
- The streaming giant's strong engagement is evidenced by the increase in viewing hours on Netflix's Top 10 lists.
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Kia’s affordable EV4 will still be imported to the US
- Kia's affordable EV4 electric sedan will launch in the US early next year.
- The US version of the EV4 will have two battery configurations: 58.3kWh with an estimated range of 235 miles, and 81.4kWh with an estimated range of 330 miles.
- The EV4 will feature Tesla's NACS charging port, vehicle-to-load capability, and 30 inches of side-by-side screens with Kia's latest software.
- The price of the EV4 is estimated to be around $37,000 before incentives, potentially undercutting Tesla's Model 3 electric sedan.
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To regenerate a head, you first have to know where your tail is
- Planarians are small flatworms known for their regenerative capabilities.
- They can regenerate an entire head or tail depending on where they are cut.
- A US-based team studied the planarians and their regenerative abilities.
- The researchers investigated what happens if planarians are cut in half during early development.
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Some Nintendo Switch 2 game cards will also work on the original Switch
- Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is a Nintendo Switch 2 launch title that will also work on the original Nintendo Switch.
- The Nintendo Switch 2 edition of the game will work on the original Switch but without the graphical enhancements.
- The game cards are interchangeable, and the correct version will launch automatically upon insertion.
- Other cross-generation titles may also have interchangeable game cards, similar to Xbox's Smart Delivery feature.
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Spar Supermarket in Switzerland Starts Accepting Bitcoin
- SPAR supermarket in Zug, Switzerland has begun accepting Bitcoin payments.
- The implementation uses the Lightning Network through DFX Swiss's OpenCryptoPay solution, enabling instant transactions at the point of sale.
- Switzerland has emerged as a global leader in bitcoin adoption, with cities like Zug and Lugano spearheading initiatives to integrate bitcoin into everyday transactions.
- SPAR's implementation could pave the way for expansion across its network of over 13,900 stores in 48 countries.
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Tech Radar
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Ryan Gosling is joining the Star Wars universe as an all-new character in 'Starfighter'
- Ryan Gosling is officially joining the Star Wars universe as an all-new character in Star Wars: Starfighter.
- The casting and film were announced at Star Wars Celebration in Japan.
- Star Wars: Starfighter is a stand-alone film set to release on May 28, 2027.
- Production of the film will begin in the fall of this year.
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From PDFs to APIs: Enterprise Modernization Ditches Clunky Human Hand-Offs
- Enterprises are undergoing a systemic shift from manual workflows to automated, intelligent processes.
- Back offices, characterized by legacy software and manual processes, are now focusing on modernization.
- The shift is driven by the availability of tools, proven ROI, and increasing competitive pressures.
- The financial sector's modernization success came from composability, where APIs and services were integrated into existing infrastructure.
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The Robot Report
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MISUMI acquires Fictiv for $350M to scale component offerings
- MISUMI Group Inc. acquires Fictiv for $350 million to scale component offerings.
- The acquisition aims to accelerate the development of AI-driven systems for efficient manufacturing.
- Fictiv's global manufacturing supply chain simplifies the process of sourcing custom mechanical components.
- The acquisition will help MISUMI offer a single global platform for building complete bills of materials (BOM) with speed, price, and quality.
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Vintage Game Rides Again Thanks to Modern Tech
- GEE-WIZ, a vintage horse racing game from the 1920s, has been recreated by a designer named Michael Gardi.
- The game features a flywheel mechanism that propels steel balls up tracks to push tin horses and determine the winner.
- The designer focused on capturing the original look and feel of the game, investing significant effort into 3D prints and label designs.
- The recreated GEE-WIZ showcases the designer's dedication to preserving vintage games through accurate reproductions.
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Ragnarok Online has launched a Kung Fu Panda collaboration event, sure why not
- Ragnarok Online has launched a Kung Fu Panda collaboration event.
- Players can participate in daily quests from Po and Master Shifu.
- Event coins can be earned by completing quests and used to purchase Kung Fu Panda-themed items.
- The event will run until May 13th with various rewards available.
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Coinbase legal fight heats up: Oregon Attorney general revives discredited SEC lawsuit
- Oregon Attorney General revives a lawsuit against Coinbase, echoing previous SEC claims about unregistered securities.
- Coinbase refutes the lawsuit, considering it a 'copycat' case and highlighting the SEC's dismissal of similar charges.
- The lawsuit raises concerns about hindering federal efforts to establish clear regulatory guidelines for crypto businesses.
- Critics argue that the Oregon lawsuit may impede progress towards a nationwide regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency market.
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Nintendo reschedules Switch 2 American preorders for April 24
- Nintendo has rescheduled the pre-orders for the Switch 2 in the U.S. to open on April 24.
- The console and flagship game prices remain the same, but some accessories' prices have changed due to market conditions.
- The Switch 2 bundle with Mario Kart World is priced at $500, while separate game prices stay at $80 for Mario Kart World and $70 for Donkey Kong Bananza.
- The original pre-order date for the Switch 2 was April 9, but it was delayed due to potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions.
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This Week in AI: Tariffs Hit AI, Tech Giants’ Antitrust Woes and a More Adept ChatGPT
- Tariffs on AI hardware create uncertainty for the industry, potentially disrupting AI development.
- The Federal Trade Commission's anticompetition trial against Meta (formerly Facebook) begins.
- A court rules that Google broke the law to dominate the online advertising technology market.
- OpenAI unveils smarter AI models to power ChatGPT, including the ability to incorporate images into reasoning.
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Rob Lowe Mistaken for 'Full House' Star During Hollywood Tour
- Actor Rob Lowe had a comedic encounter with a Hollywood tour guide who mistook him for John Stamos.
- The incident was captured on video and posted on Lowe's Instagram.
- Lowe approached the tour bus, corrected the mistake, and made light of the situation.
- This is not the first time Lowe has been mistaken for Stamos.
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Regrets: Actors who sold AI avatars stuck in Black Mirror-esque dystopia
- Regrets: Some actors who sold their likenesses for AI videos are now stuck in a Black Mirror-esque dystopia.
- Cash-strapped actors have expressed regret over licensing their faces and voices to companies for AI videos.
- One actor discovered that his AI avatar was used in videos predicting disasters, while another found their likeness promoting questionable health cures.
- These actors didn't anticipate the potential embarrassment and harm caused by their AI avatars.
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