Technology

The Evolution of Brawl Stars: From Beta Origins to the 2026 Vault System BERLIN, 25 February 2026 — Since its global debut, Supercell’s Brawl Stars has transitioned from a experimental mobile MOBA into a cornerstone of the competitive gaming landscape. As of February 2026, the title continues to dominate the charts, recently introducing the “Vault […]

ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky Update: New Enemies, Hurricane Weather, and Facial Hair Arrive BERLIN, 24 February 2026 — Embark Studios has officially deployed the “Shrouded Sky” update for ARC Raiders today, marking the second of four major content milestones planned for the game’s current roadmap. As the extraction shooter continues to evolve following its release

End of an Era: Phil Spencer Retires as Microsoft Gaming CEO After 38 Years BERLIN, 21 February 2026 — In a seismic shift for the global video game industry, Microsoft has confirmed that Phil Spencer, the long-standing CEO of Microsoft Gaming and the face of the Xbox brand, is retiring. The announcement, which broke late

Pokémon Feuerrot: Classic Kanto Remakes Confirmed for Nintendo Switch BERLIN, 20 February 2026 – In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global gaming community, Nintendo has officially confirmed that the beloved Game Boy Advance classics, Pokémon Feuerrot (FireRed) and Blattgrün (LeafGreen), are making their long-awaited debut on the Nintendo Switch. This announcement comes

Fortnite Update 39.50: Server Downtime and Chapter 7 Season 2 Delays Berlin, 19 February 2026 — The Fortnite landscape is undergoing significant shifts today as Epic Games initiates a major technical overhaul. While players expected a smooth transition into the next phase of the game, recent announcements regarding schedule shifts and server maintenance have created

ZDF Mediathek: The Evolution into Germany’s Premier Streaming Portal MAINZ, 18 February 2026 – As the digital landscape in Germany continues to shift away from linear television, the ZDF Mediathek has completed its transition from a simple catch-up service to a fully-fledged streaming portal. With the rollout of Version 6.0, the platform has integrated advanced

Battlefield 6 Update: Season 2 Launches with New Map and AH-6 Little Bird Return BERLIN, 17 February 2026 — Electronic Arts and DICE have officially deployed the highly anticipated Game Update 1.2.1.0 today, marking the commencement of Battlefield 6: Season 2. Following a period of intense community feedback regarding player counts and map design, this

Understanding SWR: The Modern Standard for Efficient Data Fetching BERLIN, 16 February 2026 — In the rapidly evolving landscape of web development, the “Stale-While-Revalidate” (SWR) strategy has transitioned from a niche caching header to a fundamental architectural pattern for high-performance React applications. As developers face increasing pressure to deliver instantaneous user experiences, understanding how SWR

The Evolution of Brawl Stars: From Portrait Beta to Global Mobile Dominance BERLIN, 16 February 2026 — As Supercell celebrates its 16th year in the industry, its fourth major franchise, Brawl Stars, continues to defy the typical lifecycle of mobile gaming. Following a massive strategic resurgence in early 2024, the game has maintained its position

Acer vs ASUS: Comparing the Taiwanese Tech Titans in 2026 BERLIN, 14 February 2026 — For decades, the global laptop market has been shaped by a fierce rivalry between two giants headquartered just kilometres apart in Taipei. As we move through the first quarter of 2026, the choice between Acer and ASUS has become more