Tabletop Games for all the Vampires Hiding in the Shadows

[ad_1] “For centuries, vampire clans have waged wars over petty squabbles, debts, and livestock. Commanding legions of vampires, hordes of demons and underlings, the world has been decimated several times over due to such recklessness. To prevent yet another devastating aftermath over simple disputes, the great leaders of the vampire clans formed an eternal agreement. … Read more

Rachel Smythe on Her Hit Webtoon Comic

[ad_1] Rachel Smythe is now on hiatus, but she had one important stop to make before her break: San Diego Comic-Con, where she was a special guest and was also awarded her second Eisner for her hit Webtoon series Lore Olympus. Samsung Galaxy Fold 5: Hands-on first Impressions of Samsung’s Big-Screen Flagship Foldable For avid readers … Read more

Andy McLoughlin of Uncork Capital on the firm’s new funds, succession, and why next year could be a bloodbath for many startups (sorry, startups)

[ad_1] A few weeks ago, Uncork Capital shared the news that it recently closed on $400 million in capital commitments across two new funds: $200 million for a seed-stage vehicle and another $200 million for an opportunity-style fund that mostly aims to support startups that are already part of its portfolio. The funds represent twice … Read more

Here’s a Timelapse of r/Place Protesting Reddit’s CEO

[ad_1] Screenshot: Gizmodo The third incarnation of Reddit’s r/Place has come and gone, and now the social media platform has released a timelapse compilation of the project to highlight all of the whimsy—and anger—of its users. Reddit Knowingly Downvoting Self | Future Tech r/Place is a community art project on Reddit that has just ended … Read more

Volkswagen’s Xpeng deal sets example for EV alliance between the West and China

[ad_1] The major news from China’s auto industry this week is Volkswagen’s $700 million investment in the country’s electric vehicle startup, Xpeng. This partnership has the potential to set a precedent for Western automakers seeking to leverage Chinese firms for their EV expertise, while their Chinese counterparts can benefit from their foreign allies’ global distribution. … Read more

Krakoa Is Dead, Long Live Krakoa

[ad_1] It’s fitting that the X-Men as an idea are as similarly cyclical as one of the franchise’s most iconic figures. “Hear me, X-Men! No longer am I the woman you knew! I am Fire and Life incarnate!” cries Jean Grey, now the Phoenix, in X-Men #101, beginning a cycle of fated death and rebirth … Read more