Technology
Insights on tech innovations, startup ecosystems, AI advancements, IT infrastructure, and digital developments in Armenia and worldwide.
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The Elder Scrolls 6: Eight Years of Silence and the Cost of Early Reveals
As The Elder Scrolls 6 marks its eight-year announcement anniversary, Microsoft and Bethesda shift strategy, confirming the game remains in development with no immediate reveal in sight.
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Drone Technology Expands: From Retail Logistics to Autonomous Defense
Drone applications are diversifying as Wing and Walmart expand US delivery services, while SteerAI and Elistair integrate tethered drones into autonomous ground vehicles for tactical surveillance.
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Ram Doubles Down on V8 Performance with 777-HP 2027 Rumble Bee Lineup
Ram is pivoting back to traditional V8 power with the 2027 Rumble Bee, headlined by a 777-hp Hellcat-powered SRT model and the removal of eTorque hybrid systems.
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Square Enix Announces ‘Final Fantasy Resonance’ as First HD-2D Series Entry
Square Enix has unveiled Final Fantasy Resonance, a new turn-based RPG leveraging the HD-2D aesthetic, arriving October 22, 2026, across all major platforms.
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Nintendo Outlines Future of Switch 2 Ecosystem at Summer Direct
Nintendo’s June 2026 Direct event marks a strategic pivot for the Switch 2, focusing on legacy IP integration and expanded co-op functionality to secure market dominance.
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Nintendo Announces Ground-Up Remake of ‘The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time’
Nintendo confirmed a full-scale remake of the 1998 classic ‘The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time’ for the Switch 2, scheduled for release in late 2026.
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FromSoftware Announces Closed Network Test for Switch 2 Exclusive ‘The Duskbloods’
Following its Nintendo Direct appearance, FromSoftware has confirmed an upcoming closed network test for its multiplayer-focused Switch 2 title, The Duskbloods.
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Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Set for September 17 Switch 2 Release
Nintendo has confirmed a September 17, 2026, release date for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, the first major entry in the series for the Switch 2, featuring four protagonists and a return to Three Houses-style narrative depth.
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Xbox Shifts Strategy: Multi-Platform Expansion Defines 2026 Showcase
Microsoft’s 2026 Summer Showcase highlights a major shift toward multi-platform software releases under CEO Asha Sharma, while maintaining selective exclusivity.
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Apple Unveils iOS 27: AI-Driven Siri and Enhanced Customization Lead the Update
Apple’s iOS 27, now in developer beta, introduces a Gemini-powered Siri, the ‘Create a Pass’ Wallet feature, and new ‘Liquid Glass’ UI customization options.
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Xbox Shifts Strategy: Exclusive Titles Return as Fallout and Elder Scrolls Fans Await News
New Xbox leadership signals a return to platform exclusivity, impacting the future of highly anticipated titles like The Elder Scrolls VI and the broader Fallout franchise.
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Tech Sector Restructuring Deepens as AI-Driven Layoffs Continue
Major tech firms including Meta, Oracle, and Supercell are implementing significant workforce reductions, citing a strategic pivot toward AI-centric infrastructure and organizational efficiency.
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Sega Faces Backlash Over Generative AI Usage in ‘Crazy Taxi: World Tour’
Sega has confirmed the use of generative AI for background assets in the upcoming ‘Crazy Taxi: World Tour’, sparking debate over the necessity and ethical implications of the technology in AAA gaming.
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Facebook Privacy Settlement: Second Round of Payments to Begin June 9
Approximately 15.7 million Facebook users who received initial settlement funds are eligible for a second payout from the $725 million class-action fund, beginning June 9, 2026.
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The AAA Bubble: Efficiency vs. Spectacle in Modern Game Development
As major studios grapple with the costs of blockbuster titles like ‘007 First Light’, the industry is seeing a divide between massive hardware-dependent productions and agile, narrative-focused indie projects.