Valorant patch 11.02 introduces Unreal Engine 5 upgrade

Riot has now released released Valorant 11.02 introducing a major engine upgrade, moving from Unreal Engine 4.27 to Unreal Engine 5.3. While visible gameplay changes are minimal, players may notice small FPS improvements and smoother rendering. Additionally, this patch includes bug fixes focused on UI and agent clarity. Read Entire...

Startup aims to beam sunlight from space using mirrors

At the heart of Reflect Orbital's project are its Mylar mirrors. Each satellite will unfurl a 33-by-33-foot sheet of lightweight polyester film known for its durability and reflectivity. The satellites weigh about 35 pounds, making launches cheaper, and once in low Earth orbit, they'll aim sunlight at solar plants or......

Xbox adds age checks in UK to comply with Online Safety Act

Microsoft confirmed this week that it is introducing age verification procedures for Xbox users in Britain. These new processes, which will become mandatory in 2026, mean that users who do not verify their age will have limited access to certain Xbox social features. While verified adults will continue to communicate......