Switch 2 Games: Critics Find More to Love in Old Titles Than New

The big question emerging from launch reviews is: does the Switch 2 have a “killer app”? According to critics, the answer is more complicated—and exciting—than you might think. While the ambitious Mario Kart World is being praised, many reviewers suggest the console’s true power lies in its ability to breathe new life into a massive back catalog. Is the real star of the launch a new game, or the stunning 60fps upgrades for titles like Zelda and Pokémon? We’ve compiled the reviews to break down what critics are saying about the launch library’s biggest successes and surprises. Continue reading Switch 2 Games: Critics Find More to Love in Old Titles Than New

NASA Leadership Shakeup & Budget Cuts, Massive ASUS Router Backdoor Alert, AI’s Rapid Evolution, and Ongoing Antitrust Battles: Weekly Tech Roundup

This week in the tech world was marked by significant developments across various fronts. Leadership uncertainties and budgetary concerns cast a shadow over NASA, while a critical cybersecurity alert put thousands of ASUS router users on notice. The artificial intelligence landscape continued its dynamic evolution, with major players like OpenAI and Anthropic making headlines for new capabilities and policy engagements, alongside a notable AI content deal between Amazon and The New York Times. Antitrust scrutiny remained a persistent theme, highlighted by Meta’s ongoing trial and new U.S. restrictions on technology sales to China. In the software realm, the popular Arc browser announced a surprising halt to its development, and regulators on both sides of the Atlantic advanced new rules aimed at bolstering online safety and platform accountability.

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