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Robinhood puts money into Talos at a $1.5 billion valuation as crypto trading plumbing draws fresh backers

Robinhood puts money into Talos at a $1.5 billion valuation as crypto trading plumbing draws fresh backers

Robinhood Markets is boosting its stake in crypto trading tech firm Talos through a funding round that sets the company’s valuation near $1.5 billion. This move highlights the retail broker’s push further into the digital-asset trading infrastructure. https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/01/29/robinhood-is-investing-in-crypto-trading-platform-talos-at-usd1-5-billion-valuation The deal is significant now as the crypto battle moves away from flashy tokens toward execution quality — focusing on liquidity, spreads, and settlement. Robinhood earned its reputation on smooth, low-friction trading, and upgrading its infrastructure is a key step to keep users active when markets turn volatile.
29 January 2026
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Netflix stock price steadies near $88 as Trump bond disclosure, Sony deal and Warner fight crowd the week

Netflix stock price steadies near $88 as Trump bond disclosure, Sony deal and Warner fight crowd the week

New York, Jan 18, 2026, 11:07 ET — Market closed. Netflix shares slipped 0.1% to close at $88 on Friday, after fluctuating between $87.82 and $88.65. Around 48 million shares traded hands. The stock enters a holiday-shortened week under renewed scrutiny over its Warner Bros Discovery deal, following a Reuters report that U.S. President Donald Trump bought up to $2 million in Netflix and Warner bonds shortly after the companies announced their roughly $83 billion merger.
18 January 2026
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Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary goes Hollywood as Marty Supreme scores a holiday win

Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary goes Hollywood as Marty Supreme scores a holiday win

Kevin O’Leary, the sharp-tongued investor best known from ABC’s Shark Tank, is getting fresh exposure on the big screen as A24’s Marty Supreme delivered a strong holiday opening. Box office tracker Comscore pegged the film’s four-day Christmas weekend haul at $27.1 million, according to figures cited by the Associated Press. https://apnews.com/article/9f2911eefe2d800d1c1063426a114f17 The showing matters for A24 because Marty Supreme is the independent studio’s biggest-budget release and is competing in a crowded holiday corridor dominated by franchise fare. “It was a really solid end to a tumultuous year,” said Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore. https://apnews.com/article/9f2911eefe2d800d1c1063426a114f17
29 December 2025
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PS5 Gets an Official 27‑Inch PlayStation Monitor: 1440p/240Hz, HDMI 2.1 and a DualSense Charging Hook (Launching 2026)

PS5 Gets an Official 27‑Inch PlayStation Monitor: 1440p/240Hz, HDMI 2.1 and a DualSense Charging Hook (Launching 2026)

Published: November 12, 2025 Sony has unveiled its first PlayStation‑branded desktop monitor for PS5 and PC, a 27‑inch QHD display with a flip‑down charging hook for DualSense and DualSense Edge controllers. The screen targets desk‑based console play with VRR, Auto HDR Tone Mapping, 120Hz on PS5/PS5 Pro, and up to 240Hz on compatible PCs and Macs. Pricing is still under wraps, and Sony says the monitor will launch in 2026 in the U.S. and Japan. PlayStation.Blog+1
12 November 2025
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Sony unveils 27‑inch PlayStation monitor with QHD 240Hz, VRR and a built‑in DualSense charging hook

Sony unveils 27‑inch PlayStation monitor with QHD 240Hz, VRR and a built‑in DualSense charging hook

Announced around State of Play Japan, the PlayStation‑branded desktop display targets PS5 and PC with 1440p visuals, HDMI 2.1/DisplayPort 1.4, Auto HDR Tone Mapping, and a nifty fold‑down controller charger. It’s slated for a 2026 launch in the U.S. and Japan. Gadgets 360+1 Sony Interactive Entertainment has taken the wraps off a PlayStation‑branded 27‑inch gaming monitor built expressly for the growing number of players who prefer a desktop setup for PS5. The screen pairs a sharp QHD IPS panel with Auto HDR Tone Mapping that calibrates HDR automatically when connected to a PS5 or PS5 Pro, so you get vivid, high‑contrast picture without manual tweaking. PlayStation.Blog
12 November 2025
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Sony’s 2025 Surge: Inside the Tech Giant’s Record-Breaking Year and Bold Moves

Sony Lifts Profit Outlook to ¥1.43 Trillion as ‘Demon Slayer’ and Image Sensors Power Q2; PS5 Shipments Hit 3.9M

November 11, 2025 Sony Group Corp. raised its full‑year operating profit forecast by 8% to ¥1.43 trillion after a stronger‑than‑expected September quarter, crediting booming anime‑driven music revenues and surging demand for smartphone image sensors. The new guidance also reflects a smaller estimated hit from U.S. tariffs. Sony+2Sony+2
11 November 2025
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PlayStation Portal’s Biggest Update Yet: Full PS5 Cloud Streaming Rolls Out — Stream Your Digital Library Without Turning On a Console (Nov. 7, 2025)

PlayStation Portal’s Biggest Update Yet: Full PS5 Cloud Streaming Rolls Out — Stream Your Digital Library Without Turning On a Console (Nov. 7, 2025)

Sony has switched on full PS5 cloud streaming for the PlayStation Portal worldwide regions supported by PlayStation Plus Premium, and the handheld is getting a slick new interface and quality‑of‑life upgrades to match. Crucially, Premium members can now stream select digital PS5 games they already own from the cloud to Portal without connecting to a PS5 console, alongside titles from the PS Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog. The update went live Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. PT. PlayStation.Blog+1 Sony’s update does two headline things. First, it expands Portal from a pure Remote Play device into a cloud streaming handheld for Premium members—so you can launch compatible PS5 games directly from Sony’s servers, even if your PS5 is off or in use by someone else. Second, it overhauls the experience with a redesigned home screen split into Remote Play, Cloud Streaming, and Search, plus a proper in‑game store, multiplayer invites, 3D Audio support, a Network Status overlay, and a device passcode. PlayStation.Blog
7 November 2025
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PlayStation Portal Gets Cloud Streaming Today (Nov. 6, 2025): Stream Select PS5 Digital Games Without Your Console On — New UI, 3D Audio, and In‑Game Purchases

PlayStation Portal Gets Cloud Streaming Today (Nov. 6, 2025): Stream Select PS5 Digital Games Without Your Console On — New UI, 3D Audio, and In‑Game Purchases

Sony has flipped the switch on full cloud streaming for PS5 games on PlayStation Portal, ending last year’s beta and transforming the handheld from a pure Remote Play device into a cloud‑streaming client for PS Plus Premium members. The rollout began Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. PT and is accompanied by a major software update. PlayStation.Blog+1 Crucially, Premium subscribers can now stream a selection of PS5 games they’ve purchased digitally in addition to the PS Plus Game and Classics Catalogs—no PS5 connection required. Sony also underscores that streaming works when your PS5 is powered off or busy with another account at home. PlayStation.Blog+1
6 November 2025
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7,500mAh Battery & 200MP Camera: Oppo Find X9 Pro Launch Shakes Up Flagship Race

7,500mAh Battery & 200MP Camera: Oppo Find X9 Pro Launch Shakes Up Flagship Race

Oppo’s global unveiling of the Find X9 and X9 Pro on October 28 signals the company’s most ambitious push yet in the high-end smartphone race. The launch event in Barcelona marked Oppo’s first international flagship debut since the Chinese release earlier in Octobereconomictimes.indiatimes.com. By bringing the devices to Europe and other regions, Oppo is squarely targeting premium buyers who might otherwise lean toward Apple, Samsung, or Google’s latest phones. The company highlighted that this new Find X9 series is a “giant leap forward” across camera technology, battery endurance, and overall user experienceoppo.com. “Find X9 Series delivers a comprehensive, top-to-bottom upgrade, setting a new global standard for smartphone excellence,” said Oppo’s product chief Pete Lau at the launchoppo.com. Both the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro will be available in multiple configurations and colors tailored to different markets. Europe is among the first regions to get them: sales begin in early November with carrier partnerships and Oppo’s own storesoppo.com. The company confirmed configurations up to 16GB RAM + 512GB storage for both models in Europenotebookcheck.net, signaling that these phones are packing true flagship-grade specs. Oppo also surprised fans by offering a flashy Velvet Red finish for the regular Find X9 globally,
29 October 2025
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Console War No More: Halo’s ‘Campaign Evolved’ Remake Takes Master Chief to PlayStation in 2026

Console War No More: Halo’s ‘Campaign Evolved’ Remake Takes Master Chief to PlayStation in 2026

With Halo: Campaign Evolved slated for a 2026 release, the countdown has begun for what is shaping up to be one of the next year’s biggest gaming events. The Master Chief’s arrival on PlayStation will mark a turning point in gaming history, symbolizing how much the industry has changed since he first crash-landed on that mysterious ringworld in 2001. For Microsoft, it’s an opportunity to “reignite the fire” of its most iconic seriesibtimes.co.uk by inviting an entirely new audience along for the ride. For veteran Halo fans, it’s a chance to relive – and reshape – a classic. And for PlayStation gamers who’ve watched Halo from afar for two decades, it’s a welcome invitation to finally “finish the fight” on their console of choice. As 343’s Halo team confidently puts it, Campaign Evolved isn’t about replacing the original Combat Evolved, but standing proudly alongside itibtimes.co.uk. Halo helped define console gaming twenty years ago, and now, in a time when consoles themselves matter less than the games, Master Chief is gearing up to define what cross-platform gaming can look like. The Halo ring’s circle is expanding – and in 2026, fans across the spectrum will unite under its arc for an
26 October 2025
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Sony’s 2025 Surge: Inside the Tech Giant’s Record-Breaking Year and Bold Moves

Sony’s 2025 Surge: Inside the Tech Giant’s Record-Breaking Year and Bold Moves

Sony’s stock has been on a tear, capping a remarkable turnaround from its early-2010s struggles. In 2025, the U.S.-listed shares have returned nearly 40% year-to-date, and by early October Sony traded around $30 – its highest level ever. In Tokyo, Sony’s stock hit record highs just under ¥4,500 per share in late September. Both the Tokyo shares and ADR have outperformed the broader Japanese market this year, reflecting investor optimism in Sony’s trajectory. Notably, the yen’s weakness has boosted Sony’s dollar-based returns even further. This stock rally extends a longer trend: Sony’s share price has roughly tripled over the past 5–6 years. Under CEO Kenichiro Yoshida, Sony reinvented itself as a diversified entertainment and technology leader – a far cry from the struggling hardware maker image that once led activist investors to push for breakups. The market has rewarded this transformation. Sony’s ADR is up ~57% year-on-year, and the company now ranks among the world’s 100 most valuable companies by market cap. Its valuation is not cheap, but still moderate compared to pure-play tech peers, given Sony’s reliable cash flows.
7 October 2025
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Noise-Canceling Headphones Showdown 2025: Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Apple AirPods Max

Noise-Canceling Headphones Showdown 2025: Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Apple AirPods Max

Table: Key specifications and features of the Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Apple AirPods Max. Both are high-end wireless ANC headphones, but Sony’s newer model has technical advantages while Apple’s offers premium materials and tight integration with its ecosystem. The high-end headphone space is competitive, and Sony and Apple aren’t the only games in town. If you’re shopping around, several other flagship noise-canceling headphones deserve a look – each with its own strengths:
2 October 2025
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Ghost of Yōtei Review Bombshell: Is PlayStation’s New Samurai Epic a Masterpiece—or Just More of the Same?

Ghost of Yōtei Release Date CONFIRMED – Atsu’s Revenge Lands in October 2025

Sony and developer Sucker Punch officially announced in April 2025 that Ghost of Yōtei hits PS5 on October 2, 2025 blog.playstation.com. As GamesHub notes, that means most players will see the game unlock at 12:00 AM on Oct. 2, but U.S. west-coast players get an earlier start. Specifically, the global launch schedule is: Sep 30, 2025 – 9:00 PM PDT for Pacific Time; 10:00 PM MT; 11:00 PM CT; and 12:00 AM EDT gameshub.com egamersworld.com. Meanwhile Europe, Japan, Australia and other regions all go live at midnight local time on Oct. 2 egamersworld.com khelnow.com. In practice this means a rolling release – a system similar to other AAA launches. Sony also confirmed a day-one patch is mandatory at launch. According to EgamersWorld, digital copies will require version 1.006 to play; disc buyers must install that update before starting the game egamersworld.com. The patch is significant, but thankfully players can pre-load it in advance. In fact, the full Yōtei download is available now on PSN, so owners can download the entire game ahead of time and jump straight in when the clock strikes midnight egamersworld.com khelnow.com.
1 October 2025
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Macro Magic: Sony’s New 100mm f/2.8 GM Macro Lens Delivers Insane 1.4× Life-Size Shots

Macro Magic: Sony’s New 100mm f/2.8 GM Macro Lens Delivers Insane 1.4× Life-Size Shots

Sony Electronics has unveiled a game-changing macro lens for its mirrorless Alpha cameras: the FE 100mm F2.8 Macro G Master OSS petapixel.com. This is Sony’s first macro prime in the top-tier G Master lineup, arriving roughly a decade after the acclaimed 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS petapixel.com. Sony says the new lens “delivers stunning detail” at up to 1.4× magnification, and PetaPixel points out it “promises to be the best macro lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras, period” petapixel.com. According to Sony’s executives, the 100mm GM is meant to expand creative possibilities. “We’re on a constant mission to expand creative possibilities… and the FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM OSS fulfills that by going beyond traditional macro photography,” says Sony VP Yang Cheng prnewswire.com. He adds that the lens’ world-class optics will benefit not only macro specialists but also portrait and wedding photographers. In Europe, Sony’s Jazz Sidharh echoes this praise, calling the new lens “a testament to creative innovation” that “transcends the limits of traditional macro photography” amateurphotographer.com.
1 October 2025
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CMF’s New $99 Headphone Pro Boasts 100-Hour Battery, Bass-Boost “Energy Slider” – Is It Too Good to Be True?

CMF’s New $99 Headphone Pro Boasts 100-Hour Battery, Bass-Boost “Energy Slider” – Is It Too Good to Be True?

The CMF Headphone Pro blends budget pricing with surprisingly high-end specs. It’s the first over-ear headphone from CMF gadgets360.com. With 40mm drivers, LDAC hi-res audio, and modular styling, it punches above its $99 price. Its biggest headline is the massive battery life – 100 hours playtime per charge, slashing to ~50h when ANC is active theverge.com techradar.com. That 100h figure was trailed in teasers, and reviewers quickly noted it applies only sans ANC gizmodo.com techradar.com. Even so, 50h with noise-cancelling is far beyond most rivals. For comparison, tech writer Andrew Liszewski of The Verge points out this still beats Nothing’s own premium Headphone 1 and even Sony’s top cans theverge.com. Likewise, CreativeBloq confirms real-world testing aligns with CMF’s claim – the battery “holds up impressively,” even over LDAC streaming creativebloq.com. CMF’s ethos of fun, modular design carries into the Pro. The cans have chunky, rounded earcups and a padded headband, soft-touch plastics and fabric. Three colorways arrive in the box, with additional ear-cushions in bright Orange or Green sold for $25 each theverge.com techradar.com. The idea is both style and utility: swap cushions to match your mood or replace them if worn, a feature rarely seen on sub-$100 gear soundguys.com
29 September 2025
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Marvel’s Wolverine PS5 Trailer Unleashes Brutal Action, Fall 2026 Release Revealed

Marvel’s Wolverine PS5 Trailer Unleashes Brutal Action, Fall 2026 Release Revealed

After years of radio silence, Marvel’s Wolverine roared back into the public eye during Sony’s State of Play showcase on September 24, 2025. Insomniac Games finally pulled back the curtain with a new trailer, giving fans their first real look at Wolverine in action theverge.com. It’s been a long wait – the game was first announced in 2021 with a brief teaser, surprising players alongside the reveal of Spider-Man 2 that year comicbook.com – but this latest event delivered what Wolverine fans had been craving. The 2025 State of Play trailer was a highlight of the presentation, coming “after four years of silence” on the project comicbook.com. In the interim, only scraps of unofficial info had emerged. Despite those challenges, the official reveal reassured fans that the project is on track. The excitement was palpable as Wolverine’s claws finally unsheathed on screen, confirming the game’s existence and giving a taste of its tone.
25 September 2025
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PlayStation State of Play Sept 2025 – Xbox Exclusive Lands on PS5, Classic Comebacks & More Shocks

PlayStation State of Play Sept 2025 – Xbox Exclusive Lands on PS5, Classic Comebacks & More Shocks

Sony kicked off the event with a bang by showcasing Housemarque’s new PS5 exclusive, Saros. This title, from the makers of Returnal, delivered on Sony’s promise of an “extended look” at gameplay tomsguide.com. The nearly five-minute demo of Saros highlighted its fast-paced third-person combat and vivid sci-fi world. Players take on the role of hero Arjun Devraj, equipped with high-tech weaponry and unique abilities gamespot.com. One standout feature is the Soltari Shield, which lets Arjun absorb incoming projectiles and then unleash them back at enemies using a charged Power Weapon attack gamespot.com gamesradar.com. This mechanic, along with adaptive trigger effects, adds a new strategic layer to the frenetic combat. The gameplay also teased a “Second Chance” mechanic – essentially a limited revive that prevents death and even buffs the player character afterward gamesradar.com. This implies Saros will carry forward the challenging, rogue-like spirit of Returnal, but perhaps with a bit more forgiving twist. The atmosphere took an unexpected turn with fantastical elements; Saros featured “a lot of fire and dragons,” which even seasoned observers “wasn’t exactly what [they] were expecting” from the sci-fi shooter gamesradar.com. Nevertheless, the gameplay suggested Saros will build on Returnal’s intense action while delivering a “thrilling
25 September 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Sugar prices jump as India's weak monsoon and El Niño worries hit supply
    June 29, 2026, 1:29 PM EDT. Sugar prices rallied Friday, with New York sugar hitting its highest in two weeks and London sugar at a 2.75-month peak. Traders pointed to India's 42% below-normal monsoon rainfall as a main driver, putting pressure on sugarcane crops. India's Earth Science Ministry says it's the weakest monsoon in 11 years for the world's No. 2 sugar producer. Brazil's sugar output is also under pressure, as more cane goes to ethanol and Unica reported a 2% output drop through May. A confirmed El Niño weather pattern is raising more supply worries, with the U.S. NOAA citing a 67% chance of a strong "Super El Niño" this year, which could mean less rain for Brazil, India, and Thailand. All this keeps sugar prices up.
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