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Nintendo’s robust lottery applications indicate pent-up Switch 2 demand
There were far more applications on the My Nintendo Store than expected and the amount that can be delivered on June 5 has been greatly exceeded, Nintendo says in a social media post
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https://www.rappler.com/technology/gaming/nintendo-lottery-applications-indicate-switch-2-demand/
With the overwhelming demand for the Switch 2 and its potential impact on the gaming market, what features or experiences do you hope to see from Nintendo's next generation of gaming devices?
Chinese embassy in PH hired local firm for pro-Beijing campaign – Tolentino
Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino claims Beijing paid marketing firm InfinitUs to promote pro-China messages and attack critics, including President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/tolentino-says-chinese-embassy-hired-local-company-pro-beijing-campaign/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that former CISA head Jen Easterly warned that President Trump's recent actions against top cyber officials could jeopardize the nation's digital defenses?
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https://www.rappler.com/technology/ex-cisa-boss-trump-actions-risk-degrading-united-states-cyber-defenses/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that in a recent operation, Thai and Myanmar authorities collaborated to turn off electricity and the internet to free approximately 7,000 trafficking victims from cyber-scam centers? This unprecedented effort has raised questions about the effectiveness of such shutdowns in the age of satellite internet technologies like Starlink!
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https://www.rappler.com/technology/features/portable-internet-helps-asia-scam-centers-bypass-blackouts/
Developments in AI need to be properly regulated as the world scrambles for advantage
While competition can drive innovation, without international cooperation on safety, ethics and governance, the global AI race could lead to regulatory gaps and fragmented oversight
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https://www.rappler.com/technology/features/ai-regulations-needed-world-scrambles-advantage/
What do you believe are the most important factors to consider when developing regulations for artificial intelligence, and how can we ensure that these regulations are effective across different countries?
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that as early as 1938, Paramount Studios was investing in television by teaming up with DuMont Laboratories, which evolved into a pioneering commercial TV network?
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https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/movies/television-not-death-knell-cinema-lessons-creative-industries-ai/
DeepSeek available to download again in South Korea after suspension
DeepSeek is now available for download again on South Korea's app market, including via Apple's App Store and the Google Play Store
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https://www.rappler.com/technology/deepseek-available-again-south-korea-after-suspension/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that gambling on papal conclaves dates back to the 16th century, including the September 1503 conclave that elected Pope Pius III? This ancient practice has evolved into a multimillion dollar business today, especially in the UK, with bookmakers offering odds not just on candidates but also on the pope's regnal name and the length of the conclave!
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https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/the-slingshot-pope-predictions-fool-errand/
Duolingo to replace contract workers with AI – CEO
Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn's email points to this being a push towards making Duolingo 'AI-first'
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https://www.rappler.com/technology/duolingo-replace-contract-workers-artificial-intelligence/
Duolingo to replace contract workers with AI – CEO Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn's email points to this being a push towards making Duolingo 'AI-first' Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/technology/duolingo-replace-contract-workers-artificial-intelligence/
How do you feel about Duolingo's shift towards an AI-first approach?
🤖 - Excited for the potential of AI! 🤖
😟 - Concerned about job security. 😟
👍 - Optimistic about innovation and support. 👍
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that the term 'West Philippine Sea' was officially named by former Philippine President Benigno Aquino III in 2012 through Administrative Order 29?
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https://www.rappler.com/technology/west-philippine-sea-missing-google-maps-april-2025/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that parenting influencers in the Philippines encourage parents to treat themselves with kindness to foster better emotional well-being in their children? This positive approach to parenting emphasizes creating emotionally intelligent relationships between parents and children.
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https://www.rappler.com/technology/decoded-parents-extend-kindness-kids-themselves/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that Meta's new AI assistant app allows users to have voice conversations and is designed to feel social media-ish, aiming to create a more engaging and natural interaction experience?
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https://www.rappler.com/technology/meta-ai-app-standalone-release/