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US: McDonald’s x Pokemon is returning
McDonald's and The Pokemon Company are bringing back their fast-food promotion in the United States starting November 5th through December 9th. The promotion will feature a new Pokemon Trading Card Game Happy Meal, including a 4-card booster pack.
Coinbase and Better Roll Out Bitcoin-Collateralized Home Loans Across the US — No Margin Calls Attached
Coinbase and Better Mortgage have launched Bitcoin-collateralized home loans across the United States, allowing borrowers to use BTC as collateral instead of selling it. The product, which went live on August 26, 2026, features no margin calls, shifting volatility risk to the lender. This development is seen as a significant step for cryptocurrency adoption within traditional finance and could impact the infrastructure for Web3 gaming.
Amazon Plans to Fly Prime Air Drones Over Almost 500 US Towns by Year’s End
Amazon plans to significantly expand its Prime Air drone delivery service, aiming to cover nearly 500 cities and towns across the United States by the end of the year. This expansion will increase the service's coverage area sixfold, adding new metro areas like Chicago, Syracuse, Cleveland, Atlanta, and Boise to its existing operations. The service currently handles packages weighing 5 pounds or less, with most deliveries promised within an hour, though concerns about safety and public acceptance remain.
Mobileye (MBLY) plans to launch US robotaxi service in 2027
Mobileye plans to launch a self-driving robotaxi service in a major US city in 2027, initially deploying a fleet of 100 vehicles. The company intends to expand this service to approximately 17,000 vehicles over the following five years. This announcement positions Mobileye as a competitor to Tesla in the autonomous vehicle market.
Ultrahuman opens US pre-orders for Ring Pro
Ultrahuman has opened pre-orders for its Ring Pro smart ring in the United States, following the resolution of a legal dispute with rival Oura. The Ring Pro, priced at $399, offers up to 15 days of battery life. Early customers can receive a discount on the ring and its charging case.
Rumor: Nintendo Switch 2 production to be cut by over 30% due to weak US sales
A report from Bloomberg suggests Nintendo is planning to reduce production of the Nintendo Switch 2 by over 30% due to weaker-than-expected sales in the United States. The company has reportedly lowered its production target for the current quarter.
Bloomberg: Nintendo to cut Switch 2 production to 4 million this quarter on weaker US sales
Nintendo is reportedly cutting production of the Nintendo Switch 2 to 4 million units this quarter due to weaker-than-expected sales in the United States. The company had previously aimed for 6 million units. This decision comes despite a recent improvement in software, highlighted by the Pokemon franchise.
