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Cryptocurrency companies are advocating for more Americans to use crypto in their everyday lives, particularly Stablecoins which are chained to the value of the dollar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While the world’s attention is locked on the soccer World Cup, the video game equivalent, the 2026 Esports World Cup (EWC) in Paris, has delivered a high-stakes opening week. We recap the major results from the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, including UNLIMIT’s extraordinary comeback to secure the Apex Legends championship, Luis "DarkAngel" Castillo Gomez’s emotional maiden major title in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and 100 Thieves’ dominant, undefeated run to claim their first international VALORANT trophy. We analyze how these teams have positioned themselves in the early Club Championship standings and preview the intense competition ahead as the tournament shifts to its next phase. In-Episode Links & Resources: Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our esports coverage? Catch up on the foundational analysis of these global stages here: https://megaphone.link/FOXM9094923257 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.

PlayStation fighting game fans will need to clear some extra space in their schedules. Sony has officially delayed the release of its "Flex-Strike" wireless arcade stick, originally planned for August 6th, citing the need for "finishing touches" before hitting store shelves. Meanwhile, EA Sports is looking to keep its legendary simulation streak alive. Despite losing the official FIFA license, the EA Sports FC franchise—using its internal "The World's Game" tournament simulation—has predicted that Spain will take the crown this summer. We break down the hardware setback and why fans are keeping a close eye on EA's historic track record of simulating world-class champions. Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our hardware and simulation coverage? Catch up on our previous deep dives here: https://megaphone.link/FOXM9932630922 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The federal government has reached agreements with Google’s DeepMind, Microsoft, and SpaceXAI to evaluate advanced artificial intelligence models for national security risks before they are released to the public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Republicans have launched an investigation into how companies like Airbnb and Anysphere are using Chinese-developed artificial intelligence over national security concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Medical drones are starting to emerge as a new tool in health care, and Missouri is now testing whether they could help close care gaps in rural America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vermont Independent Senator Bernie Sanders holds an international panel to discuss the advance of artificial intelligence and the need for greater cooperation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Disney Plus is trying to compete with rivals like YouTube and Paramount+ by looking at a free streaming tier supported by advertisements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After two and a half years in Early Access, the creature-collecting survival hit Palworld has officially launched its 1.0 version on PlayStation, PC, and Xbox. Developer Pocket Pair has implemented significant overhauls to base-building and introduced entirely new biomes, including the World Tree region. We discuss why the studio is recommending that players start fresh to fully experience the new progression curve. In other news, Ubisoft has launched a viral marketing campaign for the newly released Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, taking over the social media accounts of brands like McDonald's, Control developer Remedy, and Dead by Daylight creator Behaviour Interactive. We break down what this "boarded" social media stunt might hint at for the future of cross-brand gaming events. Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our coverage of industry marketing trends? Catch up on our previous analysis here: https://megaphone.link/FOXM9393957

A bipartisan crackdown on AI deepfakes is gaining momentum in Washington, but the video game industry is pushing back. While the "NO FAKES Act" aims to protect Americans' voices and images from unauthorized digital replication, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) argues the bill contains a massive blind spot. Developers warn that without explicit exemptions, the legislation could invite crippling lawsuits over standard gaming practices, such as background NPC generation and player-led character creation. We explore the tension between protecting personal rights and maintaining the creative freedom necessary for modern interactive entertainment. Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our coverage of gaming legislation? Catch up on the foundational analysis of these topics here: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After delaying the release at the request of the United States federal government, OpenAI is now allowing users to access the latest version of its artificial intelligence chat bot, which includes features like voice prompts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You will now be able to hold full voice conversations with ChatGPT ahead of the broad introduction of GPT-5.6. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a bid to create more original video contact and protect the work of smaller creators, X is encouraging users to post TikTok-style reaction videos to other content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Foreign adversaries are increasingly leveraging sophisticated social media campaigns to influence the American public with disinformation, moving from exploiting existing viral conspiracies to manufacturing them entirely out of thin air. Gillian Turner explains this trend that happens during real-time events, such as the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where bots surged to amplify narratives about media collusion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elon Musk's Tesla is launching Robotaxi service in Miami, joining Google's Waymo which has already been operating in the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following hardware price hikes across Xbox and Valve’s new Steam Machine, Sony Interactive executives have hinted that their upcoming console may depart from the industry’s traditional "loss leader" strategy. In a recent Q&A, the company stated it does not intend to sell hardware at "significant losses," while also dropping major hints that its next system could feature portable capabilities similar to the Nintendo Switch. Meanwhile, we look at the legendary indie title The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth, which just set a new record for concurrent users on Steam following a massive 90% discount in the platform’s Summer Sale, marking a historic win for a critical darling that has famously been snubbed by major awards for over a decade. In-Episode Links & Resources: Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our console pricing and industry trend coverage? Get caught up on our previous analysis of the hardware landscape here: https://open.spotify.c

To celebrate the America 250 milestone, we’re getting into the spirit with a virtual tour through our nation’s history and landmarks. We look back at how Assassin’s Creed III puts you in the middle of the American Revolution, how Fallout 3 and Fallout 4 offer a dark, post-apocalyptic vision of our national identity, and why the floating city of Columbia in BioShock Infinite provides a unique steampunk "what-if" story set in the aftermath of the Civil War. While these games aren't historical textbooks, they remain a fantastic way to explore the spirit of our country's most famous settings. In-Episode Links & Resources: Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our deep dives? Catch up with our foundational analysis here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vuhZLJZeHjH51nM6nXJxu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A smart home thermostat can help regulate the temperature of your home even when everyone is away, a handy upgrade when hundreds of millions of Americans are suffering under a heatwave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A popular internet messaging app is allowing users to reserve an online alias. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

American Airlines plans to install SpaceX Starlink internet service on more than 500 of its airplanes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices