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Esports World Cup 2026 announces USD75-M prize pool, full game lineup and schedule 

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced a total prize pool of USD 75 million, along with the full game lineup and schedule for the Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC), the world’s largest esports event, set to return to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 6 through August 23.

Google AI Studio empowers beginners to code their first app with Gemini

Through Google AI Studio, software development is moving into an era of "vibe coding," where you can describe what you want in plain English and watch the AI handle the heavy lifting.

OCA and Tencent Esports launch strategic partnership to forge a new era for Asian esports

Tencent Esports and the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) recently announced a comprehensive ten-year strategic partnership based on the "Tri-Pillar Drive" development model.

Chronically Online? Canva now speaks your language 

Canva has introduced Chronically Online mode in English, a new language style inspired by the internet-native generation and the language they’ve adopted. 

Grab PH pilots human-led, consent-driven Driver AI Ambassador Program

Participation in the Grab Driver AI Ambassador Program is anchored on informed consent, with driver-partners briefed on how their stories, voice, and likenesses may be used.

The Age of Co-Creation: Why human imagination still leads in an AI-powered world

AI may reshape how ideas are generated, but it is human imagination that will continue to define what those ideas mean and why they matter. The age of co-creation is not about surrendering creativity. It is about expanding it.

POCO F8 Pro reviewed

The POCO F8 Pro is no longer just about speed. It is about how its features come together to deliver a more complete, more premium smartphone experience.

Culture at the Speed of Microtrends

In 2026, microtrends will not simply reflect culture. They will actively shape it. Each one is an invitation to participate, remix, and influence the systems that decide what matters.

New Year, New Tech: The systems and innovations defining 2026

As we head into the new year, even more changes are on the horizon. From consumer tech to mobility and fintech, here are our key predictions for 2026.