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Valve has released its fork of Waydroid, the Android-on-Linux compatibility layer, as open source. The move lets developers inspect, modify and build on the software, which runs Android apps within Linux environments. It is seen as another sign of Valve's deepening investment in Linux-based gaming and desktop tools, following its work on SteamOS and the Proton compatibility layer.
- 2Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Extreme edition●Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, this year joined by the 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 too. The company desc
Qualcomm has announced two new flagship smartphone processors: the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and, for the first time alongside it, an 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. The company describes both as flagship chips, with the differences between them relatively minor, mainly improved AI processing, video capture and gaming performance. Tech watchers are comparing the two tiers and what the changes mean for upcoming flagship phones.
- 3Bangladesh face Malaysia in FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 clash●LIVE | BSRM Present Live The Game | Bangladesh vs Malaysia | FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 | T Sports
Bangladesh are taking on Malaysia in a FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 match, broadcast live on Bangladeshi sports channel T Sports with sponsorship from steel company BSRM. The fixture is drawing massive attention, with well over 1.5 million people engaging with the live broadcast, reflecting strong regional interest in the tournament and Bangladesh's campaign against a familiar Southeast Asian rival.
- 4Court Blocks Arbitration in Video Game Addiction Lawsuit▼Cos. Can't Arbitrate Video Game Addiction Suit
Companies facing a lawsuit over video game addiction have been denied their bid to force the case into arbitration, meaning the claims can proceed in court. The ruling is significant for the gaming industry, as it keeps allegations that game designs foster addictive behavior in minors within the public litigation process rather than behind closed-door arbitration.
- 5Meta's $1,300 VR Glasses Put Entertainment Front and Center●Meta’s $1,300 VR Glasses Turn Entertainment Into the Product
Meta has launched a $1,300 pair of VR glasses that shift the company's focus from productivity and gaming tools toward entertainment as the core product experience. The high-end headset positions immersive viewing, media and leisure as the main selling point, sparking discussion about whether premium pricing can win mainstream consumers and what it signals about Meta's broader hardware ambitions.
- 6Gaming giant pushes back against video betting odds▼Column: Gaming giant doesn’t like video betting odds
A Chicago Tribune column reports that a major gaming company is unhappy with betting odds attached to video game or esports outcomes. The piece examines the company's objections to how oddsmakers are pricing these markets and what that friction means for the fast-growing intersection of gaming and legalized sports wagering in the United States.
- 7Herbalife India Named Official Nutrition Partner of Indian Olympic Association▼Herbalife India Becomes Official Nutrition Partner for Indian Olympic Association
Herbalife India has been announced as the official nutrition partner of the Indian Olympic Association, a deal that will see the nutrition company support Indian athletes ahead of upcoming international competitions, including the Olympic Games. The partnership links a major direct-selling nutrition brand with India's growing push for Olympic success and highlights the increasing commercial investment in Indian sport.
- 8Southern California businesses eye profits from 2028 LA Olympics▼How SoCal businesses could profit from the 2028 LA Olympics
Southern California companies are looking at ways to benefit from the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, which are expected to draw millions of visitors to the region. Local outlets are examining which sectors, from hospitality and restaurants to construction and transportation, stand to gain the most, and what business owners should do now to prepare for the surge.
- 9EssilorLuxottica Showcases Sports Eyewear Innovation at Milan Cortina 2026●EssilorLuxottica’s Brands Merged the World of Sports and Innovation at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics
EssilorLuxottica's eyewear brands are being featured at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, where the company is presenting its combination of sports performance and technological innovation. The Italian-French eyewear giant is using its Olympic presence to highlight its products in a global sporting stage, reinforcing its ties to elite athletics ahead of the Winter Games.
- 10NYT games engineering director allegedly shot in Dublin●New York Times games engineering director allegedly shot in Dublin by in-laws
A New York Times games engineering director was allegedly shot in Dublin, Ireland, in an attack attributed to his in-laws, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Details about his condition and the circumstances of the shooting have not been widely reported yet. The unusual connection between a major US media company executive and a violent family dispute in Ireland is drawing attention.
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Payments company Ebanx is working to broaden payment access for gamers across Latin America, a region where many players lack access to traditional banking and credit cards. The push reflects growing interest in serving local payment methods for gaming purchases. Details on specific partners or products were not provided.
- 12Russia sees rapid growth in video game publishers▼In Russia, the number of video game publishers has been growing more rapidly
The number of video game publishers operating in Russia is growing at an accelerating pace, according to a report from industry tracker wnhub.io. The finding points to an expanding domestic games sector, with more companies entering the publishing business despite international studios having scaled back or exited the Russian market in recent years.