Wild Blue Skies: How We Brought the Feel of a 90s Arcade Cockpit to XBOX
Xbox and Chuhai Labs announced Wild Blue Skies, an on-rails shooter blending 90s arcade aesthetics with modern gameplay, launching August 13 for Xbox Series X|S and PC.
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Steven Cantwell Receives Second Doping Violation
USADA imposed a 10-year ban on para-snowboarder Steven Cantwell for a second doping violation after he refused to provide a sample during an out-of-competition test in April 2026.
Office of Strategic Capital Signs $400 Million Conditional Loan Commitment With Sunrise Energy Metals Limited to Expand Scandium Mining Operations
The U.S. Department of War’s Office of Strategic Capital committed a $400 million conditional loan to Sunrise Energy Metals to develop primary scandium mining and processing in Australia, aiming to reduce foreign supply...
The Office of Strategic Capital Signs $1.4 Billion Conditional Loan Commitment With Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc. to Enhance American Battery Production
The U.S. Department of War’s Office of Strategic Capital committed a $1.4 billion conditional loan to Sila Nanotechnologies to expand domestic battery anode and cell production, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign...
Department of War Announces an $85.5 Million Agreement With Strategic Bauxite USA to Secure the Critical Refractory Grade Bauxite Supply Chain
The U.S. Department of War announced an $85.5 million investment with Strategic Bauxite USA to secure domestic supply of refractory-grade bauxite, a critical mineral for defense and industry.
How Do Earth Observation Analytics Detect Objects, Changes, and Patterns at Scale?
Earth observation analytics convert vast satellite imagery into actionable intelligence using AI, machine learning, and spatial processing, enabling automated detection of objects, changes, and patterns at scale.
President Trump's Department of War Announces Over $80M Investment in Mining Schools at Historic Roundtable With Mining Executives
The U.S. Department of War allocated over $80 million to mining and metallurgy schools, including Colorado School of Mines and Johns Hopkins University, to enhance national security and critical material supply chains.
THQ Nordic Showcase 2026: New Worlds, New Stories, New Games, and New Discounts
THQ Nordic’s 2026 Digital Showcase unveiled new DLC, gameplay, and discounts, including REANIMAL’s first DLC chapter and pre-orders for Way of the Hunter 2, alongside a limited-time sale offering up to 90% off select...
Vercel AI Gateway and Vercel Sandbox now available on Hermes Agent
Vercel has integrated its AI Gateway and Vercel Sandbox with Hermes Agent, enabling cloud-based model inference and isolated command execution in microVMs.
Minister Anand concludes trip to Benin and Côte d’Ivoire to strengthen Canada’s partnerships in West Africa
Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand concluded a three-day visit to Benin and Côte d’Ivoire, announcing $85.4 million in new investments to support economic growth, security and gender equality in West Africa.
Backgrounder: Project announcements made by Minister Anand during travels to Benin and Côte D’Ivoire
Canada’s Foreign Minister announced over $85 million in development funding for Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, and West Africa, focusing on women’s empowerment, economic growth, education, and security.
Microsoft’s newest India datacenter region goes live to power the country’s AI economy and enable Frontier Firms
Microsoft launched its fourth India cloud region in Hyderabad, Telangana, expanding local hyperscale capacity for AI workloads with three Availability Zones designed to meet India’s regulatory and seismic standards.
When Access Opens Doors: How Two Young Indonesians Are Building Digital Careers Through AI and Cloud
Two young Indonesians from Makassar and Tangerang Regency developed digital careers through Microsoft Elevate Training Center, leveraging AI and cloud technologies to overcome resource limitations and gain practical...
Acer Reports Revenues for July at NT$26.90 Billion and Year-to-July at NT$184.63 Billion; Both Marking 13-Year Highs for the Same Period
Acer reported July revenues of NT$26.90 billion and year-to-July revenues of NT$184.63 billion, both 13-year highs, with 21.9% and 23.1% year-on-year growth respectively.
Intel Announces Leadership Appointment to Strengthen Customer Engagement and Accelerate Growth
Intel appoints Dean Jarnac as executive vice president and chief sales officer to lead global sales and strengthen customer relationships across its product portfolio starting September 2026.
Vercel Container Registry repositories can now be made public
Vercel has introduced public repositories in its Container Registry, allowing any Vercel user to pull images while maintaining read-only access and default privacy settings.
Dinos Collide in Explosive On-Rails Shooter Tailbreak, Out Now
Tailbreak, an on-rails shooter featuring dinosaurs, launches today on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Play Anywhere, and PC, priced at $24.99 USD.
Minister Anand meets with Minister of State and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Côte d’Ivoire
Canada and Côte d’Ivoire signed a memorandum to formalize bilateral consultations, with ministers discussing regional security, economic ties, and Canada’s Africa Strategy during a meeting in Abidjan.
Minister Anand meets with Vice President of Côte d’Ivoire
Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand met Côte d’Ivoire’s Vice President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné in Abidjan to discuss trade, development, and regional stability, reaffirming bilateral cooperation ahead of Côte d’Ivoire’s...
Taking medication this summer? What you need to know about sun and heat exposure
The UK’s MHRA advises people taking certain medicines to take extra care in summer heat and sunlight, as some treatments increase dehydration, heat-stress or sun-sensitivity risks.
Disney Legends in Conversation: Susan Egan
The Walt Disney Company will honor 13 individuals, including Susan Egan, as Disney Legends at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, recognizing their lasting contributions to Disney across entertainment and experiences.
Strengthening Security of AI Coding: Prisma AIRS API Integration with OpenAI Codex
Palo Alto Networks integrates Prisma AIRS Runtime API with OpenAI Codex to enhance security for AI-assisted coding workflows, addressing risks to source code and credentials while preserving developer productivity.
HELLDIVERS 2 x Warhammer 40,000 Legendary Warbond, Launching August 12
Helldivers 2 will introduce a Warhammer 40,000-themed Legendary Warbond on August 12, featuring new gear inspired by the Cadian Kasrkin and other units.
"Scotland is powering Britain's future defence" says Defence Secretary on first visit to Rosyth Shipyard and forces housing
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting highlighted Scotland’s central role in UK defence during a visit to Rosyth Shipyard and Edinburgh housing projects, emphasising ongoing investment in shipbuilding and military...
Kuehne+Nagel recognised at the 54th Prêmio Exportação RS in Brazil
Kuehne+Nagel received an award at the 54th Prêmio Exportação RS in Porto Alegre for its role in supporting Rio Grande do Sul’s export activities and global trade.
More passengers across Yorkshire to benefit from digital pay-as-you-go
Digital pay-as-you-go ticketing is being expanded to all passengers on three Northern Railway routes, simplifying fare calculation and reducing errors.
See what 5 builders are making with Gemini Omni
Google’s Gemini Omni AI model enables video creation and editing through conversational commands, with developers showcasing its capabilities in projects ranging from multi-angle filming to animated transformations.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 10 to 14
Xbox highlights new titles arriving August 10–14 across Series X|S, One, PC, and Game Pass, including EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27, No More Room in Hell 2, Panzer Knights: Commander’s Edition, and more.
Compensation: Christopher Street Day terror attack, Berlin
The UK Government has opened compensation applications for British and eligible individuals affected by the Berlin terror attack on 25 July 2026 through the Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme 2012.
Guidance for charities affected by the Beacon cyber security incident
The Charity Commission has issued guidance to UK charities affected by a cyber security incident involving Beacon’s CRM service, urging trustees to report serious incidents and follow regulatory advice.