Disney Plus and Hulu have finally turned a profit for the first time, as revealed in Disney’s recent earnings report. The combined earnings for both streaming services were $47 million this past quarter, a significant improvement from the $587 million loss reported a year ago. However, ESPN Plus still reported a $65 million loss, which
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The recent decision by Microsoft to shut down multiple game studios, including Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks, has sent shockwaves through the gaming industry. The news was confirmed in an email to staff from Xbox boss Matt Booty, signaling a significant consolidation of Bethesda studio teams. This move is said to allow for deeper investments
Cybersecurity education programs in the United States have come under scrutiny in a recent review conducted by a research team at Washington State University. The authors of the review argue that there is a significant variance in the quality and content of these programs across different institutions. It is essential for program leaders to collaborate
In today’s digital age, social media has become a crucial tool for small and medium-sized businesses to gain visibility. Recent research conducted by VistaPrint and Wix revealed that over two-thirds of consumers rely on social apps to discover local businesses. This shift in consumer behavior highlights the importance of having a strong presence on social
On the Japanese Yahoo Auctions site, an intriguing piece of gaming history has surfaced – an apparent pre-production version of the Super Famicom, the Japanese equivalent of the Super Nintendo (SNES). This prototype version showcases several key differences from the final released model, such as a headphone jack and volume wheel on the side, as
Collaborating remotely on physical objects has always been a challenge, but a new system called SharedNeRF is changing the game. Developed by Mose Sakashita, a doctoral student in information science, this system allows users to manipulate a 3D view of the scene in real-time, making complex tasks like hardware debugging much easier. By combining slow,
The recent performance of Palantir Technologies, a defense tech firm specializing in big-data and artificial intelligence software, has left investors less than impressed. After the company reported weaker-than-expected guidance, its shares plummeted by around 7% in extended trading on Monday. Despite meeting earnings per share estimates of 8 cents, Palantir fell short in terms of
Recently, Docusign made headlines with the announcement of its acquisition of Lexion, an AI-powered agreement management software provider, in an all-cash deal valued at $165 million. This move is not only significant for Docusign but also marks a strategic shift in the Intelligent Agreement Management (IAM) space. The acquisition of Lexion by Docusign is aimed
X-ray bursts (XRBs) are powerful explosions that take place on the surface of a neutron star as it captures material from a nearby companion star. These explosions trigger a series of thermonuclear reactions that generate heavy chemical elements. A recent study published in Physical Review Letters delves into one specific reaction, the 22Mg(α,p)25Al reaction, shedding
As the European Parliament elections approach, it is essential to recognize the significant impact that the European Union has had on shaping technology through various regulations and directives. These measures have not only aimed at protecting personal data but also at leveling the playing field for businesses operating within the EU. One of the most