Ryoma Takeuchi, the actor portraying Kiryu in the upcoming Amazon series based on the Yakuza franchise, shared his insights into embodying the iconic character. In an interview with IGN, Takeuchi revealed that he approached the role by creating Kiryu from scratch rather than attempting to mimic previous interpretations. This fresh take on the character suggests
In recent news, Google is contemplating a groundbreaking acquisition that could shake up the tech industry. The tech giant is eyeing a $23 billion deal to purchase Wiz, a cloud cybersecurity startup with notable partners such as Amazon and Oracle. This potential acquisition could mark a significant milestone for Google, as it would be the
Humans are notorious for their inability to remember things accurately. We often forget information over time, fail to pay attention in the first place, and even misremember details due to our inherent biases. Our memory is flawed, and we struggle to retain information for long periods. With the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), there is
When exploring the realm of computation, it is crucial to delve into the essence of understanding beyond mere code and algorithms. In the movie ‘Oppenheimer’, the physicist Niels Bohr sparks a profound conversation with Robert Oppenheimer early in his career. Drawing a parallel between algebra and sheet music, Bohr challenges Oppenheimer not to just read
Port-out hijacking, also known as SIM-swapping, is a form of identity theft that has been on the rise in recent years. The following is a personal account of one individual’s experience with port-out hijacking and the challenges faced in recovering from such a scam. One Monday morning in May, the victim woke up to a
SIM-swapping is an increasingly common form of identity theft that goes beyond simply hacking into email or social media accounts. In this type of attack, criminals take control of your phone number, allowing them to intercept calls and texts meant for you. This can have serious consequences, especially when it comes to financial accounts protected
The decision by Meta to remove all restrictions on former President Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts comes at a crucial time, just before the upcoming November election. Trump’s accounts were initially suspended in January 2021 following the Capitol Riots and the accusations of incitement of violence. Meta’s independent Oversight Board had recommended clearer rules
In a surprising turn of events, Elon Musk took to social media to express his full endorsement of former President Donald Trump after the harrowing incident at a rally where Trump was rushed off stage due to gunshots. Musk’s endorsement came as a shock to many, especially considering his previous stance of not donating to
Video game awards are often criticized for being popularity contests rather than true representations of excellence in the industry. However, the Independent Games Festival (IGF) stands out as an exception to this trend. The IGF Celebration Days Steam sale, running until July 20th, highlights past winners and finalists from the IGF awards. This sale not
The Driver TV series, which was originally announced in 2021 and set to debut alongside a gamer-focused streaming service called Binge, has been officially scrapped. The production company behind the live action series has also been shut down, signaling the end of the project. Despite this setback, there is still a glimmer of hope for