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Image: Alberto E. Rodriguez (Getty Images)If you are hoping to see an endless parade of “World Premiere!” announcements at this year’s Summer Game Fest, maybe don’t. The show’s host, Geoff Keighley, is getting out ahead of this year’s iteration of the annual June showcase to set expectations for fans about what exactly will be at the show. As the widely accepted replacement for the now-dead E3 (R.I.P.), fans expect big announcements during SGF. And while there will be lots of announcements about games, the games in question will predominantly be updates on titles we already know about—not new announcements.Kotaku’s Hopes…

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Have you ever wondered what sets the Algorand blockchain apart? Meet Alessandro Ferrari, Head of Product at the Algorand Foundation. His journey into the realms of cryptocurrency began in 2012, catalyzing a deep-rooted passion for decentralized technologies.  Now, at the helm of Algorand’s product strategy, Ferrari elucidates the profound impact of Python integration on blockchain development and its potential applications in AI. From simplifying blockchain development to enabling groundbreaking solutions, Algorand’s innovative approach under Ferrari’s leadership navigates the complex terrain of Web3 with pragmatism and vision, cementing its position as a trailblazer amongst layer-one blockchains.  Alessandro Ferrari, The Algorand Foundation…

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An internal Google database containing six years’ worth of potential privacy breaches and security issues was recently obtained, and reveals—among many other things—that a Google employee used their access to watch a private YouTube video uploaded by Nintendo and leaked the details online. What You Should Know About Mario Strikers’ Big Free UpdateOn June 3, 404 Media reported that it had received a copy of a large Google-created database containing thousands of employee reports documenting various security and privacy issues involving customer data and content. According to the outlet, all of the information in the database was tracked from 2013…

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Trust Wallet and Mercuryo have partnered to power crypto off-ramps for more than 30 digital assets.  While cryptocurrencies allow participants to store value in virtual assets built atop decentralized networks, many real-world payments still require fiat vehicles for settlement in many countries and jurisdictions. Giant self-custody provider Trust Wallet and payments infrastructure firm Mercuryo have teamed up to enable users to turn their digital coins into real-world money, a process dubbed “off-ramping.” Commenting on the collaboration, Mercuryo co-founder and CEO Petr Kozyakov said, “having access to a seamless off-ramp service” is just as important as securely storing digital assets. According to…

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Shadow of the Erdtree, the hotly anticipated DLC for FromSoftware’s award-winning action RPG Elden Ring, is dropping on June 21. So if it’s a while since you’ve picked up 2022’s open world soulslike you might want to dive back in ahead of Shadow of the Erdtree to get reacclimated to the world, gameplay, and more. But do you want to start an entirely new game? Shadow of the Erdtree will reportedly have a unique leveling system that will keep players from over-leveling, so getting a refresher on the game’s tough combat might be a good idea.Where Does Games Media Go…

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Helldivers 2 players have been having a rough go of it lately, falling short of a few major orders, but things look to be swinging back in their favor. This past weekend, the community managed to rally despite the innumerable odds against them and completed a major order. Their reward? An ominous black hole where a planet used to be…Kotaku’s Hopes For Spyro The Dragon’s (Reported) ComebackIf you go to Meridia, the previously embattled planet that was a Terminid supercolony until a few days ago, there’s no longer really a world there. Instead, you’ll now find a world-shaped black hole.…

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While nearly every movie from Sony’s attempts to create live-action Spider-Man universe has struggled at the box office (but garnered irony-laden cult status like Morbius and Madame Web), the Venom movies were box office successes. Whether it’s because the titular character remains a beloved, recognizable face in the Spider-Man canon or lead actor Tom Hardy remains committed to the bit, people like these movies. The third one, Venom: The Last Dance, is coming out on October 25, and today we got the first trailer for it.Kotaku Unboxes The Spider-Man 2 Limited Edition PS5The Last Dance’s trailer starts out simple enough.…

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Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Dormant Shiba Inu whale sells 48.09 billion SHIB. Meanwhile, 5thScape’s presale raised $6.1 million, signaling strong investor confidence and promising prospects. In a notable market event, a Shiba Inu (SHIB) whale wallet, dormant for over three years, sold off its entire holdings of 48.09 billion SHIB on May 27. This transaction, facilitated by an initial investment of just 2 ETH ($2,625) in 2021, yielded an impressive 419-fold return, culminating in a sale worth approximately 278.7 ETH, or about $1.1…

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