Play The Game Presents: TOP 5 News Highlights of the week - June 10th

Step into our weekly digest for the freshest updates in gaming, tech, and social media happenings. We've got everything you need to stay ahead in the ever-evolving digital world!

5- LinkedIn's AI is going to help you with your job search.

The latest thing from LinkedIn is that now it's going to make it easier for its users to find jobs. With the help of AI, they'll tell you if you might fit certain jobs, tips to improve your profile, insights into the job scene, and company culture. But watch out because this could mean more competition for companies and a heavier workload for recruiters.

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4- Two new video game adaptations are on the horizon: the second season of "Arcane" for Netflix and "Yakuza Like a Dragon" for Prime Video.

Prime Video is set to release "Like a Dragon," a live-action adaptation of the SEGA game "Yakuza Like a Dragon," featuring a six-part series following the life of Yakuza warrior Kiryu Kazuma, premiering on Oct. 25 and Nov. 1 with subtitles and dubbed versions available. Meanwhile, "Arcane," the origin story of League of Legends champions Vi and Jinx, sees its Season 2 coming to Netflix in November 2024, continuing the conflict between Piltover and Zaun, with key characters including Caitlyn, Ekko, and Viktor.

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3- Twitch launches a program for DJs to livestream music.

Twitch is launching a DJ Program allowing DJs to stream popular music safely, thanks to partnerships with major labels. The program aims to compensate musicians fairly while supporting DJ communities on Twitch. DJs will need to opt-in to the program, and Twitch will offer a one-year subsidy to help with the transition. This initiative reflects Twitch's commitment to supporting creators while addressing sustainability concerns in the DJ community.

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2- Mr. Beast has recorded "the best video ever" with creators such as Kai Cenat, Speed and Pokimane.

Mr. Beast, along with prominent content creators Ibai, Rubius, and Spreen, has collaborated to record what is being touted as "the best video ever." This project, organized by the influential YouTuber Mr. Beast, brought together renowned Spanish-speaking creators like Ibai Llanos, Rubius, and Nil Ojeda, as well as Argentinean Spreen, alongside English-speaking creators like Kai Cenat, Speed, and Pokimane. Although the release date has not been announced yet, the news has generated significant excitement on social media. Participants shared images of the event on social media platforms, further fueling anticipation among their followers.

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1- Ikea is opening a store in Roblox and will be paying its workers

Ikea has announced the launch of a virtual Roblox store, featuring actual employees who will be paid well for their participation. The store aims to replicate the real-life Ikea experience within the Roblox platform, allowing users to browse and purchase virtual furniture items. Ikea's decision to enter the Roblox space reflects a growing trend of real-world companies exploring virtual platforms for marketing and engagement purposes.

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