Entertainment Updates: The Next 5 Big Graphics Games That Will Be Stunning

Source:

https://gamerant.com/best-graphics-upcoming-games-gta-resident-evil/

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As gaming nears the end of the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S era, developers are finally unlocking the full graphical potential of these systems. The next wave of confirmed 2026 releases promises to be visually groundbreaking, with five major titles leading the charge.

Resident Evil Requiem (Feb 27, 2026) showcases Capcom’s most ambitious project yet. Powered by the RE Engine, it delivers chilling realism, cinematic lighting, and lifelike characters, continuing the franchise’s evolution in horror immersion.

Crimson Desert (Mar 19, 2026) from Pearl Abyss boasts one of gaming’s most breathtaking open worlds. Built on the advanced BlackSpace Engine, its vast, destructible landscapes, dragon-riding combat, and army-scale battles promise an unprecedented blend of beauty and chaos.

Saros (Mar 20, 2026), the next PS5 exclusive from Housemarque, expands on Returnal’s formula with deeper roguelike gameplay, vivid particle effects, and seamless DualSense integration. It’s expected to fully harness the PS5’s hardware for fluid, high-intensity visuals.

007: First Light (Mar 27, 2026) by IO Interactive uses its in-house Glacier Next engine to deliver cinematic stealth-action sequences, richly detailed environments, and realistic character animation, setting a new standard for spy thrillers.

Finally, Grand Theft Auto 6 (May 26, 2026) stands as the industry’s most anticipated technical showcase. With hyper-realistic NPCs, vast environments, and unmatched visual fidelity, Rockstar aims to redefine open-world realism.

Together, these titles mark a high point for current-gen gaming — blending cutting-edge technology with artistry to deliver worlds more lifelike, immersive, and visually stunning than ever before.

Technology Updates: The ‘perfect woman’? Why the creation of AI actress Tilly Norwood should make both women and men worry

Source:

https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/women/ai-actress-tilly-norwood-particle6-perfect-woman-473041

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CNA Women’s Izza Haziqah argues that AI actress Tilly Norwood—created by British studio Particle6—represents the harmful fantasy of the “perfect woman”: beautiful, obedient, and entirely controllable. Though promoted as “the next Scarlett Johansson,” Norwood is no human performer but an algorithmic blend of countless actresses, sparking outrage from SAG-AFTRA, which condemned her as a “synthetic replacement.” Celebrities like Emily Blunt and Whoopi Goldberg also voiced concern over replacing authentic human emotion with digital mimicry.

Yet the deeper issue lies beyond job displacement—it’s what Norwood symbolizes. Designed to be flawless, compliant, and programmable, she reflects a long-standing male fantasy: a woman who exists only to please, with no history, flaws, or agency. From 1949’s The Perfect Woman to hypersexualized game avatars like Lara Croft, culture has long shaped female figures to fit male desire. Norwood, now marketed as innovation, makes this objectification mainstream, normalizing the idea that women should be pliant, tireless, and unopinionated.

Commentators like economist Tyler Cowen even praised her lack of humanity as a virtue—proof of how the “male gaze” now merges with AI technology. Such portrayals risk distorting expectations of real women, reducing intimacy and connection to programmable simulations.

Haziqah warns that while AI is inevitable, creators must confront the cultural baggage it carries. Art and technology are never neutral; they mirror societal values. If we’re to coexist with AI, we must question who it serves and what it teaches about humanity—especially about women. Real beauty and art, she concludes, lie in imperfection, emotion, and the capacity to say “no.”

Investing Updates: What to Expect in the Week Ahead (Earnings from Apple, Google; the Fed Rate Cut, and Trump-Xi Ahead)

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https://www.moomoo.com/news/post/60271547/what-to-expect-in-the-week-ahead-earnings-from-apple?level=1&data_ticket=1760929336836044

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The coming week marks a pivotal stretch for markets as both earnings season and major policy events converge. U.S. stocks are at record highs with tech giants—Apple, Microsoft, Meta, Google, and Amazon—set to report results.

Alphabet ($GOOGL) reports Oct. 29, with consensus expecting Q3 EPS up 8% to $2.28 and revenue up 13% to nearly $100 billion, possibly topping that mark for the first time. Microsoft ($MSFT) posts Wednesday, with EPS seen up 11% to $3.66 on $75.4 billion revenue, driven by Azure growth of 38% and Copilot AI momentum. Meta ($META) reports the same day, with EPS forecast at $6.69, up 11%, and revenue up 22% to $49.4 billion—boosted by ad strength at Facebook and Instagram.

Apple ($AAPL) reports Thursday, with EPS expected at $1.77, up 8%, and revenue up 7.5% to $102 billion, reflecting early iPhone 17 sales. Amazon ($AMZN) also reports Thursday, projected EPS up 10% to $1.57 and revenue up 12% to $177.85 billion, with AWS growth (18%) and tariff impacts under scrutiny.

On the macro front, the Federal Reserve is widely expected to cut rates by 0.25% on Wednesday and possibly end quantitative tightening, reinforcing bond market optimism. Chair Jerome Powell’s comments will guide expectations for a potential December cut.

Geopolitically, focus turns to the Oct. 31–Nov. 1 Trump–Xi meeting at APEC in South Korea. Investors hope for progress that could delay Trump’s planned 100% tariff on Chinese goods amid ongoing U.S.–China trade talks in Malaysia.

Opinion:

Feels a little too bullish these days.

Parking some cash for the holidays season and "crash" 😋

Technology Updates: What's New with the Figure 03 Humanoid?

Source:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jC3R4oxKd0M&list=WL&index=4

Opinion:

Fascinating developments.

Entertainment Updates: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is Everything Modern Gaming Needs to Be - 6 Months Later

Source:

https://youtu.be/YC4p_NrQElU?si=MelQG3P5lEXXulQk

Technology Updates: Ledger and Trezor 2025 hardware wallets released: What’s new for users?

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https://cointelegraph.com/news/ledger-trezor-2025-hardware-wallets-key-updates

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Ledger and Trezor, two long-standing names in hardware crypto wallets, have introduced major new devices for 2025, signalling a shift in self-custody hardware. Ledger has rebranded away from the phrase “hardware wallet” and now calls its devices “Ledger signers”. Its new device — the Nano Gen5 — includes a raised screen for improved UX, supports its “Ledger Recovery Key” backup, retains Bluetooth from earlier models, and is priced at around US $179 (or €179 in Europe). The software side has also been upgraded: the Ledger Live app is renamed “Ledger Wallet”, and Ledger introduces “Ledger Multisig” to handle multisignature blind-signing vulnerabilities. The design direction continues to draw on Apple-style influences, with contributions from designer Susan Kare.

Trezor meanwhile has released the Safe 7, described as its first “quantum-ready” hardware wallet. Key upgrades include dual secure-element chips (Tropic Square’s TROPIC01 plus an NDA-free EAL6+ component), Bluetooth capability (now supporting iPhones and wireless connections), and wireless charging. Its quantum-ready architecture means the device can receive future post-quantum cryptography updates when needed — though Trezor notes that quantum threats are still distant for current cryptographic standards.

Both companies emphasise that older device models remain supported: Trezor affirms ongoing firmware/security updates for its legacy wallets, and Ledger states that none of its past updates make older hardware obsolete — although eventually support may phase out as technology evolves. In short, 2025’s updates deliver more advanced UX, stronger security architecture, broader connectivity (Bluetooth/wireless), and future-proofing for quantum threats — offering more robust options for crypto self-custody.

Opinion:

Good developments.

Need the devices to be cheaper...

Investing Updates: STI could reach 10,000 by 2040; Singdollar could also hit parity with greenback: DBS report

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https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/sti-could-reach-10000-2040-singdollar-could-also-hit-parity-greenback-dbs-report

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DBS’ Singapore 2040 report projects that the Straits Times Index (STI) could climb to 10,000 points by 2040, implying a 127.6% gain from current levels, if historical returns persist. The Singapore dollar (SGD) may also reach parity with the US dollar within the same period, supported by strong fundamentals, policy stability, and safe-haven demand.

The STI, which closed at 4,393.92 (up 16% year-to-date), benefits from attractive dividend yields, solid price-to-book valuations, and low interest rates—features DBS describes as “part of the Singapore equity market’s DNA.” However, it remains relatively underinvested. The rally has broadened beyond banks to include real estate, industrials, IT, and communications, reflecting healthier market depth.

DBS identifies three funding sources to sustain growth:

1. Passive fund inflows into large-cap stocks from global investors seeking stability.

2. Government programmes, such as the Equity Market Development Programme, boosting small-cap interest.

3. Falling interest rates, which could push depositors toward equities and income stocks.

However, DBS warns that Singapore must foster a culture of risk-taking to attract high-growth tech firms and shift beyond its bank-heavy, conservative structure. Embracing higher-valuation “new economy” sectors will be crucial for the next leap.

Economically, Singapore’s GDP is forecast to more than double to US$1.2–1.4 trillion by 2040, with 2.3% average annual growth driven by services, resilient manufacturing, and productivity gains. The SGD’s rise toward parity may be fueled by productivity-led growth and continued safe-haven inflows, as Singapore cements its role in finance, digital services, green tech, and AI adoption.

Opinion:

Erm... is the outlook too positive? 😅

I hope it happens 😏

Investing Updates: Can You Still Become A Millionaire In Singapore By Just Earning The Median Salary

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https://dollarsandsense.sg/can-become-millionaire-singapore-earning-median-salary/

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Becoming a millionaire in Singapore remains possible — but not by saving alone. With the current median income at $5,500, a worker takes home around $3,888 after CPF deductions. After average expenses of $2,435, only $1,453 remains monthly. Saving this entire amount would take about 58 years to reach $1 million — longer than the typical 40-year career span.

To realistically achieve millionaire status, investing is essential. If savings earn 4% annually (similar to CPF’s Special Account rate), one can reach $1 million in about 31 years — achievable within a working lifetime. However, those investing in global equities (like the S&P 500, historically averaging 10% returns) could hit the goal in just 21 years.

Higher earners reach the milestone even faster. A PMET with a take-home pay of $5,061 or a degree holder earning around $6,000 could invest $3,565 monthly and build $1 million in 12 to 13 years, given a 10% annual return. This highlights the impact of higher education, income growth, and disciplined investing.

Additionally, CPF contributions — up to 37% of salary — compound wealth further if invested wisely. Ultimately, the article stresses that saving alone is insufficient in Singapore’s high-cost environment. To accumulate meaningful wealth, Singaporeans must start early, invest consistently, and increase earning potential. While $1 million today offers solid financial security, future inflation will reduce its purchasing power — reinforcing the importance of investing early and strategically to preserve long-term financial freedom.

Opinion:

Good information.

Technology Updates: ChatGPT Atlas browser puts AI right where you need it, but can you trust it?

Source:

https://www.cultofmac.com/news/chatgpt-atlas-browser-puts-ai-right-where-you-need-it

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OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, a new browser for Mac that embeds its AI chatbot directly into users’ web experiences. The free browser allows users to access ChatGPT on any site without switching tabs — for example, while browsing Airbnb listings, one could instantly ask the AI to plan a trip or suggest nearby activities. For paying users, an agent mode can perform more advanced tasks, though OpenAI acknowledges potential security and reliability risks.

OpenAI emphasizes that Atlas was designed with safety and transparency in mind. Agent mode cannot access other Mac apps, install extensions, or act on sensitive websites without user confirmation. A logged-out mode limits data exposure, and users can control which pages the AI can view. Despite these protections, OpenAI admits that AI agents remain vulnerable to malicious instructions embedded in webpages or emails, which could lead to unintended actions or data theft.

Atlas also introduces “browser memories,” which remember details from visited pages to offer smarter responses — such as building to-do lists or continuing research. These memories, along with search queries, stay private to the user’s ChatGPT account and can be reviewed, archived, or deleted anytime. OpenAI states that it does not use this data for training unless users opt in.

CEO Sam Altman describes Atlas as a reimagining of how browsers can integrate AI, calling it a “once-a-decade opportunity” to reinvent web interaction. Currently available on macOS for all ChatGPT users (Free to Pro tiers), Atlas will soon expand to Windows, iOS, and Android, promising a seamless blend of browsing and AI assistance — albeit one that still requires cautious use.

Opinion:

Will be using it as part of the trifecta of browsers; Safari, Chrome and now ChatGPT Atlas.

Will see if there's any differences between the web version and this.

Investing Updates: What to Expect in the Week Ahead (Earnings from Tesla and Netflix; CPI data)

Source:

https://www.moomoo.com/news/post/59920666/what-to-expect-in-the-week-ahead-earnings-from-tesla?level=1&data_ticket=1760929336836044

ChatGPT:

The upcoming week will be eventful for markets, with major earnings and key economic data in focus. Tesla, Netflix, General Motors, and Intel headline the corporate earnings lineup. Automakers are expected to report record September EV sales as buyers rushed to benefit from soon-to-expire tax incentives.

General Motors (GM) reports Tuesday and may announce a U.S.-centric supply chain strategy to offset $4–$5 billion in trade-related costs amid U.S. policy shifts. Netflix (NFLX) also reports Tuesday, with revenue projected to surge 17% — its fastest since 2021 — driven by increased engagement, subscriber growth, and higher average revenue per user. Analysts suggest Netflix may lift 2025 guidance thanks to margin improvements.

Tesla (TSLA) will release results Wednesday, with analysts anticipating a strong beat following record deliveries before certain EV tax credits expired. The focus will be on demand for its new lower-priced models, potential supply chain issues tied to China’s rare-earth policies, and updates on its AI and self-driving software developments. Intel (INTC)reports Thursday, with UBS expecting steady PC and server market gains to support a slight upside in fourth-quarter guidance. Investors will also monitor any partnership updates following recent industry investments by Nvidia and SoftBank.

On the macro front, investors await Friday’s U.S. September CPI report, crucial for confirming whether the Federal Reserve will proceed with a likely 25-basis-point rate cut at its October 28–29 meeting. Consensus forecasts show headline CPI rising to 3.1% year-over-year, up from August’s 2.9%, with core CPI steady at 3.1%. Persistent inflation could test market optimism despite expectations of policy easing.