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Eric Barone makes $125,000 donation to the C# framework Stardew Valley uses, as well as 'an ongoing monthly commitment' in what the team behind it calls an 'extraordinary show of support'
AppWizard
December 31, 2025

Eric Barone makes $125,000 donation to the C# framework Stardew Valley uses, as well as ‘an ongoing monthly commitment’ in what the team behind it calls an ‘extraordinary show of support’

Eric Barone has made a significant contribution to the open-source C# framework MonoGame, donating ,000 and committing to ongoing monthly support. MonoGame expressed gratitude for his support, highlighting its importance for game developers. Barone has also previously supported other open-source game engines like Godot and FNA, reflecting his commitment to fostering innovation and accessibility in the gaming industry.
Forget Microsoft's unpopular agentic AI OS plans, Windows Aero makes a comeback in new 'Windows 26' concept — but with a futuristic twist and a consistent dark theme
Winsage
November 13, 2025

Forget Microsoft’s unpopular agentic AI OS plans, Windows Aero makes a comeback in new ‘Windows 26’ concept — but with a futuristic twist and a consistent dark theme

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a shift in the company's vision towards intelligence and AI, moving away from the original software factory concept by co-founder Bill Gates. Microsoft has invested heavily in AI, particularly through a partnership with OpenAI, integrating technologies like ChatGPT into its ecosystem. Gates had previously warned Nadella against a billion-dollar investment in 2019, fearing potential losses. Microsoft plans to end support for its current operating system on October 14, 2025, and is focusing on developing an AI-powered operating system, with indications that the next version of Windows will offer a multi-modal experience. Microsoft has reorganized its Windows team to facilitate this transition. Users have expressed frustration with current Windows iterations, prompting suggestions for improvements from power users and designers. Concepts for a future Windows 26 have been proposed, featuring customizable designs and enhanced AI capabilities, though specific system requirements are not detailed.
Digimon Story Time Stranger talent guide and how to increase level cap fast
AppWizard
October 14, 2025

Digimon Story Time Stranger talent guide and how to increase level cap fast

Talent in Digimon Story Time Stranger determines the maximum level cap of a Digimon, which can be increased through experience. A Digimon's initial talent level is set during conversion based on its scan rate, with optimal conversion occurring at a 200% scan rate. The Awakening Sagacity agent skill can add five levels to the talent cap if it matches the personality of the relevant skill tree. To level up talent, players can engage in battles, train on the DigiFarm, use load enhancements, or digivolve. Battles and training provide passive talent progression, while victories can yield significant bonuses. Load enhancements increase the talent cap by one point each, requiring the sacrifice of other Digimon. Minor talent growth can occur through digivolution if the Digimon has a 10% Bond, but this increase is typically small. A Digimon's talent level remains stable after digivolution, and reaching Talent Level 100 is achievable with the right strategies.
Summer Games Done Quick 2025 raised $2.4m
AppWizard
July 14, 2025

Summer Games Done Quick 2025 raised $2.4m

This year's Summer Games Done Quick charity speedrunning event raised ,436,614 for Doctors Without Borders from July 6th to 13th, attracting over 2,600 attendees at the Hilton Minneapolis in Minnesota. The event featured popular games such as Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Balatro, Super Mario Maker 2, Blue Prince, Mario Kart World, and Beat Saber. Although the total raised is slightly below the .5 million raised in 2024, Games Done Quick has raised over million for various charitable organizations since its inception. Founder Mike Uyama stepped down in August 2024, passing leadership to operations head Matt Merkle.
Bill Gates says, "I thought I was one mistake away from death." — Microsoft's success and his billionaire status didn't really arrive until the late '90s
Winsage
February 6, 2025

Bill Gates says, “I thought I was one mistake away from death.” — Microsoft’s success and his billionaire status didn’t really arrive until the late ’90s

Microsoft's 50th anniversary is approaching, prompting reflections on its history. CEO Satya Nadella admitted that discontinuing Windows Phone was a strategic misstep. Co-founder Bill Gates revealed in a 1995 retrospective that he did not feel confident in Microsoft's success until around 1998, eleven years after its public debut. Microsoft established itself alongside tech giants like Apple during its early years. By 2025, Microsoft became one of the most successful companies globally, significantly boosted by investments in artificial intelligence and a partnership with OpenAI, achieving a market capitalization of over a trillion dollars. Gates identified his greatest mistake as missing the opportunity to dominate the mobile market, resulting in a potential loss of 400 billion dollars due to mismanagement and antitrust challenges. Gates remains connected to Microsoft, providing insights despite stepping back from daily operations for philanthropy.
Jingle Jam raises $3.4m for charity
AppWizard
December 17, 2024

Jingle Jam raises $3.4m for charity

The Jingle Jam livestreaming charity event raised £2.7 million over a two-week period from December 1st to 14th. The funds will be distributed among eight charities: Autistica (£314,000), CALM (£470,000), Cool Earth (£280,000), Sarcoma UK (£269,000), The Trevor Project (£305,000), War Child (£300,000), Wallace and Gromit's Grand Appeal (£396,000), and Whale and Dolphin Conservation (£339,000). Donors contributing over £35 received a collection of games as a token of appreciation.
Games Done Quick operations boss Merkle now owns firm
AppWizard
August 31, 2024

Games Done Quick operations boss Merkle now owns firm

Games Done Quick (GDQ) has transitioned ownership to Matt Merkle, the organization's director of operations, following founder Mike Uyama's departure in January of the previous year. Merkle will be supported by Jason Deng, the director of technology, and Ashley Farkas, the business director, both of whom have ownership stakes in GDQ. Merkle expressed gratitude for Uyama's legacy and commitment to the organization's future success. Uyama reflected on his departure, expressing confidence in the staff's ability to guide GDQ forward. Since its founding, GDQ has raised over a million dollars for various charitable causes.
MrBeast: From Minecraft Gameplay to YouTube Royalty
AppWizard
August 7, 2024

MrBeast: From Minecraft Gameplay to YouTube Royalty

Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, began his YouTube career at age 13, initially posting gameplay videos. He is currently the most subscribed YouTuber with 308 million subscribers. His content evolved from gameplay to elaborate challenges and philanthropic initiatives, gaining significant attention after his 2017 viral video of counting to 100,000. He is known for high production quality, generous giveaways, and notable projects like recreating Squid Games, which garnered 606 million views and cost millions to produce. MrBeast launched the #TeamTrees campaign, raising over million to plant 23 million trees. He invested five years studying YouTube's algorithms to enhance his content's virality. MrBeast operates a merchandise shop, MrBeast Burger, and co-founded Finger Lime. Forbes estimated his net worth at approximately 0 million in 2022.
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