Facebook, Amazon, Google teaming up with WHO to stop coronavirus misinformation
Facebook, Amazon, and Google were among the tech companies in a meeting with the WHO that focused on stopping the spread of misinformation on the coronavirus.
Leaked Netflix description says Resident Evil series will not be in Raccoon City
A leaked description may have confirmed that a Resident Evil TV series is in development for Netflix. However, the show will not take place in Raccoon City.
Hackers may attack home networks through Philips Hue smart bulbs vulnerability
Check Point discovered a bug in Philips Hue smart bulbs that allows hackers to infiltrate networks. Owners of the device are recommended to update the firmware.
Overwatch League, Call of Duty League to exclusively stream on YouTube
Activision Blizzard and Google entered a partnership that includes an exclusive streaming deal for the Overwatch League and newly launched Call of Duty League on YouTube. The Overwatch League moves after two seasons on Twitch, which appears to be losing its dominance in the video game streaming industry.
Players need to re-confirm Final Fantasy VII Remake pre-orders to not lose them
Players in the United States who pre-ordered the Final Fantasy VII Remake from the Square Enix store will need to re-confirm, or their slots will be canceled. The requirement is due to the recently announced delay of the highly anticipated game, which will launch on April 10 instead of March 3.
Apex Legends Season 4: Assimilation to add brawler Forge, and possibly Revenant
Respawn Entertainment revealed that Apex Legends Season 4: Assimilation will add Forge, a former MMA champion, as a new character, as well as a new weapon and changed to Ranked mode. However, hints suggest that Revenant, the robot from last year's Shadowfall map, will also soon join the roster.
Pandemic strategy game Plague Inc.’s popularity renewed amid coronavirus threat
Plague Inc., a mobile strategy game where players evolve a deadly pathogen with the goal of infecting the world, has spiked in popularity amid the current coronavirus outbreak. Developer Ndemic Creations said that the game could be an educational tool, but it should not be seen as a scientific model.