FOX on Tech

FOX on Games covers the massive pop culture crossover that is injecting new life into Fortnite: The Simpsons characters (Homer, Marge, Bart) and locations (Kwik-E-Mart) are now in the Battle Royale, with accompanying shorts on Disney Plus. We then analyze the legal battle between The Pokémon Company and the MMO Palworld. The case, centered on patent claims for summoning companions to fight, suffered a major setback in Japan, leading the U.S. Patent Director to order a re-examination of the corresponding U.S. patent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elon Musk's X is finally cutting ties with the Twitter brand, meaning users will need to update the URL they input along with two factor authentication and other credentials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The federal government is forming a $1 billion partnership with Advanced Micro Devices for two supercomputers designed to tackle a range of problems, including cancer treatments and national security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest update to Apple's mobile operating system promises security fixes, new live translation support, the return of a multi-tasking tool, and various other features. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Police departments across the country are turning to virtual reality training, with a goal of helping officers make split-second decisions in difficult and dangerous situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Belkin says a range of smart household devices including doorbell cams and light switches will soon become useless as the company plans to end support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Netflix is seemingly stepping away from touch-screen mobile games by partnering with DON'T NOD (Life is Strange) to develop titles, potentially based on their top IP. Meanwhile, Nintendo shocked the community with a major, free update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons years after its final patch, bringing new features and full Switch 2 functionality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A shocking $2 billion market crash in Counter-Strike 2 (CS2), where the value of ultra-rare cosmetic skins has plummeted. Plus, Masahiro Sakurai unveiled new features for Kirby Air Ride 2, including the Road Trip challenge mode and the Top Ride top-down racer supporting up to eight players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nvidia is teaming up with the federal government to push the Trump administration's plan to become the world leader in artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After facing a lawsuit over a child who committed suicide after using the company's chatbot, a major artificial intelligence player is now banning minors from its services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crypto executives recently met with Senators on Capitol Hill to discuss future legislation, as President Trump promises to make the U.S. the "crypto capital" of the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AI is revolutionizing education in private schools across the country, earning national attention for its unique curriculum. We explore how AI is shaping the future of learning and its impact on students. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TikTok and Meta face scrutiny from the European Commission for allegedly violating the Digital Services Act (DSA). The law aims to curb harmful content and requires platforms to provide data access to EU researchers, which both companies are accused of failing to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX on Games recaps the biggest announcements from Fallout Day: Bethesda celebrated 10 years of Fallout 4 by confirming its re-release with all DLC. Additionally, Obsidian Entertainment joined the stream to announce a 15th Anniversary Bundle for Fallout: New Vegas, perfectly timed to align with the Fallout TV show's second season, which heads to the Mojave Desert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A shocking security failure at TwitchCon 2025 after popular streamer and cosplayer Emiru (Emily Beth Schunk) was physically assaulted on-stage. Plus, we analyze the controversial reaction from Twitch CEO Dan Clancy, who blamed "society" for the incident while promising to strengthen security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A major tech company is prioritizing children's mental health by forming a new expert council. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Samsung unveils the Galaxy XR Headset, designed to compete directly with Apple's Vision Pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OpenAI introduces Atlas, a web browser that integrates ChatGPT for enhanced online research and personal assistant capabilities. Competing with Microsoft's Co-Pilot and Google's AI mode, Atlas offers agentic features in ChatGPT's paid tiers, with the browser free for all users. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A popular social media platform is rolling out new guidelines aimed at protecting minors. FOX on Tech with the details of the changes and their implications for young users and parents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apple is set to introduce touchscreens to its MacBook Pro line, marking a significant shift in its design philosophy. The new 14-inch model will feature faster M5 processors, more storage, and an OLED display, offering users a more interactive experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices