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NFTs are coming for your video games. Players, get ready.

As the industry reconsiders digital ownership, gamers are eyeing the line between playing to earn and playing for fun.

Articleby Julian DossettJanuary 21, 2022 4:00 AM PST

Amazon apparel store coming, Google opens up Android games to Windows

In today's top stories, Amazon plans to build a brick-and-mortar clothing store later this year. Meanwhile, some Windows users can play their Android games via a limited beta.

Videoby iyaz akhtarJanuary 21, 2022 4:00 AM PST

SpaceX signs a deal to rocket military cargo around the world

The Air Force wants to move more of its logistics into space.

Articleby Eric MackJanuary 20, 2022 4:30 PM PST

<p>Twitter has been doubling down on its cryptocurrency efforts.</p>

Twitter rolls out a way to showcase your NFTs

The social media company says the feature, known as NFT profile pictures, is being released first to Twitter Blue subscribers.

Articleby Queenie WongJanuary 20, 2022 11:19 AM PST

<p>Facebook, which rebranded itself as Meta, owns photo service Instagram.</p>

Facebook, Instagram pull down fake accounts targeting Scotland

The social media giant said the Iranian-linked accounts posed as locals in Scotland and England.

Articleby Queenie WongJanuary 20, 2022 11:00 AM PST

Felony charges filed in Autopilot crash, Instagram tests paid subscriptions

In today's top stories, a fatal Autopilot crash results in felony charges, Instagram quietly tests a paid subscription option and the White House directs the NSA to boost its cyberdefenses.

Videoby Ashley EsquedaJanuary 20, 2022 4:00 AM PST

<p>Twitter's Communities feature lets users tweet to a group of people about a topic.</p>

Twitter makes Communities feature available to Android users

The feature, which lets users tweet within a group about a specific topic, launched on iOS in September 2021

Articleby Dan AveryJanuary 19, 2022 2:27 PM PST

Microsoft buys Activision Blizzard, US opens orders for free at-home COVID tests

In today's news, Microsoft spends $68.7 billion to acquire Activision Blizzard, American households can now order four free at-home COVID tests and Apple reclaims top spot in the global smartphone market.

Videoby Claire ReillyJanuary 19, 2022 4:00 AM PST

Microsoft plus Activision Blizzard: What it means for gamers

The Xbox's parent company goes on a shopping spree to the tune of almost $69 billion.

Videoby Dan AckermanJanuary 18, 2022 4:06 PM PST

<p>The heads of Facebook, Twitter and Google have been called to appear before a US Senate Commerce committee.</p>

Apple and Google speak out against tech-focused antitrust bills

Their statements arrive before a Senate debate Thursday about antitrust legislation targeting the tech industry.

Articleby Julian DossettJanuary 18, 2022 3:22 PM PST

<p>Some Activision Blizzard employees are still not happy with the company. </p>

Microsoft expands gaming and Xbox further, buying Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion

Microsoft's deal for the video game giant comes as Activision has struggled with a series of complaints about its toxic work culture.

Articleby Ian SherrJanuary 18, 2022 7:25 AM PST

Winter Olympics ticket sales close, Amazon to accept UK Visa cards

In today's top stories, China will no longer sell tickets to the Beijing Winter Olympics, Amazon will continue to accept UK-issued Visa cards and airlines seek more 5G protections to avoid disruptions.

Videoby Steph PanecasioJanuary 18, 2022 3:00 AM PST

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