Approved companies include Circle (maker of USDC, the stablecoin that’s definitely not a Ponzi scheme), Ripple (yes, the SEC lawsuit survivors), BitGo, Fidelity Digital Assets (because why not?), and Paxos. Circle and Ripple? Brand-new charters! The rest? Upgraded their “state fair” passes to full-blown federal VIP status. How exclusive.
A new analysis suggests fundamental computational constraints may prevent us from ever fully safeguarding AI systems against malicious inputs or ensuring perfect alignment with human values.
Fans were eager to see the remake of Knights of the Old Republic at The Game Awards, but the announcement of Fate of the Old Republic, a new game set in the same era, might be even more exciting. Adding to the hype, Casey Hudson, who previously led the original Knights of the Old Republic and the Mass Effect series, is heading the project. While this new game sounds fantastic, it’s probably wise for players to temper their expectations. The initial reveal of Fate of the Old Republic was impressive, but also showed that there’s still a lot to learn and potential challenges ahead.
2026 is shaping up to be a great year for open-world role-playing games, with many exciting titles in development. However, game development takes a long time, so publishers are now careful about announcing release dates until they’re confident a game is truly finished. Because of this, many of the most hyped games planned for 2026 don’t have specific release dates yet. But don’t worry – even the beginning of 2026 will offer several open-world RPGs to play. Here’s a list of the biggest upcoming open-world RPGs launching before April 2026, ordered by their expected release date.
Throughout the many Zelda games, Nintendo frequently redesigns the world of Hyrule. This iconic kingdom appears in almost every game, evolving over a vast timeline spanning thousands of years. While each version of Hyrule is unique, familiar places like Hyrule Castle, Death Mountain, and the Temple of Time often return. Now, a dedicated Zelda fan has lovingly rebuilt one of the most memorable Hyrule maps inside the game Rollercoaster Tycoon 2.
Crypto analyst Ali Martinez (@alicharts) highlighted XRP’s position on a three-day XRP/USDT chart, a timeframe that helps identify sustained trends rather than intraday fluctuations. On such higher timeframes, breakdowns often have more follow-through because they reflect prolonged buying or selling pressure. “XRP must hold $2 to avoid a drop toward $1.20,” Martinez said. 🤯
It’s a tough act to follow, considering Lara Croft has been voiced by many talented actresses over the years. Shelley Blond was the original, followed by Judith Gibbons in the first two sequels and Jonell Elliot for the next three games. Many fans consider Keeley Hawes the definitive Lara Croft, as she perfectly captured the character’s confident attitude in Legend, Anniversary, and Underworld. Camila Luddington most recently voiced a younger Lara in the Survivor trilogy, and she’s now officially handed the role to Alix Wilton Regan, as announced on Instagram.
Jinwoo developed incredible powers, enabling him to battle dangerous monsters and protect his homeland. As he trained, he surpassed even the most powerful beings, becoming stronger than any Monarch or Ruler. While he mainly fights using his Shadows, he also possesses a wide range of other skills that make him a formidable opponent.
You can play almost any classic Super Mario game on the Switch 2, from the very first Super Mario Bros. on the NES to the latest release, Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Because the Switch 2 works with existing Switch games, everything you could play on the original Switch is also playable on the new one. But there’s still potential to make the Switch 2 the perfect way to experience Super Mario games.
This guide explains how to finish the side quest to get the Crabominite, and how to catch and Mega Evolve a Crabominable. Here’s what you need to know.