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Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro is drawing fresh attention, with retailers like GameStop listing bundles at around $1,400 tied to the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6. Meanwhile, one of the PS5 Pro's exclusive features is being rolled out to the standard PS5 in a limited form, prompting debate about the value of upgrading.

North Melbourne is driving a busy AFL trade period, while Essendon has emerged as a suitor for Brisbane Lions defender Keidean Coleman, according to AFL.com.au. Hawthorn, meanwhile, is looking to step up negotiations over Day. The reports have stoked speculation about a frenzy of player movement ahead of the trade deadline.

India's rupee is expected to strengthen following new measures announced by the Reserve Bank of India, according to Reuters reporting. Bond traders, meanwhile, are focused on upcoming inflation data, which will shape expectations for interest rates. Markets are watching how far the central bank's steps go in supporting the currency and what the latest price prints mean for policy.

Insurance startup Meanwhile has raised $37.5 million in a funding round led by Bain Capital Crypto. The company plans to use the capital to expand its Bitcoin-denominated life insurance products into international markets. The raise signals continued investor interest in crypto-based financial services despite broader market volatility, positioning Meanwhile as a notable player in the emerging segment of digital-asset insurance.

The Central League Climax Series Final Stage is drawing attention in Japan. The Hanshin Tigers, chasing their third Japan Series title and first in three years, are broadcasting their Final Stage games live on GAORA SPORTS. Meanwhile, the Yokohama DeNA BayStars beat the Yomiuri Giants 4-1 in the first round, with Taisei Irie's early home run giving the team momentum.

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in his opening match at the Shanghai Masters 1000, one of the biggest upsets of the tournament. French players, meanwhile, are enjoying a strong run, with Gea saying after his win that he "felt ready to win". French media are highlighting both the shock exit of the Serb and the promising performances of the French contingent in China.

The Shanghai Masters tennis tournament is in full swing, with Carlos Alcaraz crushing Francisco Cerúndolo in his opening match while showing off a new look. Attention is also on Spanish players Pablo Tirante and Jódar, plus matchups like Jiri Lehecka against Nuno Borges. Meanwhile, Mirra Andreeva and Qinwen Zheng advanced to the China Open final, keeping tennis fans across multiple countries focused on the Asian swing.

Entertainment and gaming news broke on multiple fronts: Marvel announced a 'Zodiac' series and a 'Marvel Zombies' adaptation, with the Defenders confirmed to appear in 'Daredevil: Born Again'. A 'Cyberpunk 2077' movie is reportedly in the works, and Xbox is creating its own film and TV division. Meanwhile, production on 'The Batman Part II' has been paused.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow would begin negotiations with Kyiv if certain conditions were met, according to URA.RU. He also commented on Tokayev's remarks about Putin, saying others could not make such statements, and the Kremlin thanked the Kazakh president for his words. Meanwhile Moscow is seeking a halt to sea shipments of military cargo and fuel to Ukraine.

Tokyo-listed Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet sold 10,000 BTC and then bought back 11,000 at a higher price, a move presented as proof of its liquidity. Meanwhile, US firm Strategy is reportedly building a $5.7 billion cash cushion to avoid being forced into selling its holdings as debt repayment deadlines approach. Crypto commentators say the episodes highlight the cash-flow pressures facing companies that hold large Bitcoin positions against borrowed money.