Daily Tech News Roundup - 2025-12-30
Source: Dev.to
LG announces its own Frame‑style TV at CES
LG has entered the art‑TV market, long dominated by Samsung’s The Frame, with the new LG Gallery TV. The device will integrate LG’s Gallery+ service, launched earlier this year, offering thousands of artworks and photos for display.
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How to make your startup stand out in a crowded market, according to investors
Investors share the key points they want to hear in a founder’s pitch, emphasizing clear problem‑solution articulation, traction metrics, and a realistic go‑to‑market strategy.
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Social media follower counts have never mattered less, creator economy execs say
LTK CEO Amber Venz Box remarked, “I think that 2025 was the year where the algorithm completely took over, so followings stopped mattering entirely,” highlighting a shift toward algorithmic reach over raw follower numbers.
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2025 was the year AI got a vibe check
After a massive spending spree in early 2025, AI faced increasing scrutiny over sustainability, safety, and viable business models, prompting a “vibe check” that tempered hype.
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GOG’s Steam‑alternative PC game store is leaving CD Projekt, staying DRM‑free
GOG’s co‑founder Michał Kiciński purchased the digital storefront and GOG Galaxy platform from CD Projekt for $25.2 million, ensuring the service remains independent and DRM‑free.
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Plaud Note Pro is an excellent AI‑powered recorder that I carry everywhere
The Plaud Note Pro is a $179 AI‑enhanced notetaker that offers high‑quality recording and real‑time transcription, making it a versatile tool for on‑the‑go professionals.
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Turn your PC into a Super Nintendo with Epilogue’s new USB dock
Epilogue’s SN Operator—a USB cartridge slot—allows users to play and archive Super Nintendo games on PCs and Macs, following the success of the earlier GB Operator. Pre‑orders begin tomorrow.
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Why the electrical grid needs more software
The grid is under unprecedented stress from new data centers. Deploying advanced software solutions can improve reliability and increase capacity in a cost‑effective manner.
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