Yield Guild Games Launches vibecode.game, Partners With Minds by Animoca Brands for First Game Jam

Yield Guild Games (YGG) has officially announced the launch of vibecode.game, a premier editorial and discovery destination for vibe-coded games, the fastest-growing category in browser gaming. To celebrate the launch, YGG is partnering with Minds by Animoca Brands (“Minds”) to host the vibecode.game X Minds by Animoca Brands Game Jam. Kicking off on July 13, 2026, the global, virtual four-week competition serves as the inaugural event of VibeBlitz, a game jam series hosted by vibecode.game. This first installment marks the public release of Minds’ specialized "Game Designer Mind," a personal AI agent that helps game creators overcome game design hurdles and rapidly ship playable titles.

Vibe coding has unlocked an era of frictionless creation, enabling anyone (regardless of coding skills) to build games, with agents assisting in critical decision-making. According to a 2026 report by MarketsandMarkets, the AI code assistant market is projected to surge from $8.14 billion in 2025 to $127.05 billion by 2032. However, a 2026 Naavik Digest study highlighted that despite agentic AI fueling a 77% surge in mobile game releases, commercial success rates have remained flat. While the production time, costs, and skills required to create a game have plummeted, discoverability, player attention, and customer acquisition remain the primary obstacles to growth.

vibecode.game directly addresses these obstacles, acting as a permissionless launchpad where any creator can publish a game, find an audience, and build a community. It features curated rankings, reviews, developer profiles, guides, and game discovery, allowing community validation to determine what rises to the top. Together, vibecode.game and YGG’s community-driven infrastructure own the vibe-coded games category, from a creator’s first build to a player’s discovery.

“vibecode.game is the ultimate discovery portal for vibe-coded games, and game jams are the perfect way to bring content, creators, and the community together,” said Gabby Dizon, co-founder of YGG. “Partnering with Minds by Animoca Brands will make sure that anyone can learn, experiment, and publish a game, no matter their level of experience.”

Animoca Brands became an early seed-round investor in YGG in 2021, and the two companies share a history of lowering barriers to entry in digital economies. This partnership brings that shared vision directly into the AI era. While vibe coding tools greatly simplify code generation, many creators still struggle with core game design decisions, mechanics, and balance. To bridge this gap, Animoca Brands developed the Game Designer Mind, a type of specialized persistent AI agent that acts as a co-creator, turning a user’s one-line prompt into a fully designed, balanced game concept. Users can design game systems using their Game Designer Mind on its own or combined with other AI tools.

“The synergy between Minds and YGG centers on digital empowerment and making game creation fun and accessible to all,” said Yat Siu, co-founder and executive chairman of Animoca Brands. “Vibe coding has democratized coding, but great games still require great design. By putting the Game Designer Mind in front of YGG’s builder community, we are removing the final creative hurdle. Creators can now instantly brainstorm, refine, and balance their games using our persistent AI agents, then publish them on vibecode.game to tap into an immediate player base.”

vibecode.game x Minds by Animoca Brands Game Jam

The global, virtual game jam is designed to showcase the ability and opportunity to create games by combining AI agents with rapid game development and permissionless web publishing. It features a prize pool of $2,500 in Minds platform credits and $2,500 in $YGG tokens.

The event will run from July 13 to August 10, 2026:

• July 13 to July 27, Build Phase: Creators sign up, use the Game Designer Mind AI agent alone or in conjunction with any other AI coding tools of their choice, and submit their completed games on vibecode.game.
• July 27 to August 2, Community Voting: The global player community plays the submitted titles on vibecode.game and votes for their favorites.
• August 3 to August 9, Judging Period: Final evaluations will be conducted by an expert judging panel consisting of Gabby Dizon, co-founder of YGG, and Mo Ezeldin, VP of Animoca Labs. Winners will be announced on August 10, 2026.

To support builders during the game jam, a live Game Design Masterclass workshop will be held on the official YGG Discord server on July 16, 2026, at 21:00-22:00 GMT+8. Hosted by the game jam judges themselves, this practical session will demonstrate how builders can use the Game Designer Mind to streamline their creation workflows, refine their economics, and maximize their chances of winning the competition.

How to Participate:

• Register: Sign up for the game jam from July 13 to July 27 via the official event page at vibecode.game.
• Access the Tools: Visit the Minds website at hellominds.ai to activate your personalized Game Designer Mind companion (select “Game Designer” in “One-Click Minds”).
• Build and Submit: Use the Game Designer Mind to design your game mechanics and code the game using your preferred prompt-based pipeline. Upload your entry by July 27 via the event page.

Information about the vibecode.game X Minds by Animoca Brands Game Jam is available at https://vibecode.game/game-jams/vibeblitz-x-minds-by-animoca-minds-hackathon.

Ragnarok Origin Classic Releases Its Update today! Glast Heim and New Job Gunslinger Arrive!

Ragnarok Origin Classic, published by Gravity Game Vision, has launched the major "Shadows over Glast Heim" expansion today (July 9th), leading adventurers deep into the Glast Heim ruins to begin a brand-new chapter of adventure across time and space.

The new job "Gunslinger" and the high-difficulty dungeon "Draconic Cataclysm" are now available, and a series of official celebration events have also been launched. Featuring a numerically balanced and competitive environment, paired with solid progression systems, every adventurer can write their own epic adventure in this legendary Glast Heim.

Break the Gunner Stereotype! New Melee Build Arrives

The highly anticipated new job "Gunslinger" has arrived at Ragnarok Origin Classic. The Gunslinger revamp introduces a brand-new melee combat style, delivering fast and satisfying close-range combo control. With diverse skill combinations, it is set to completely reshape the PvP meta and bring a totally new battlefield experience.

Ragnarok Origin Classic’s Gunslinger design continues to uphold ROOC's long-standing philosophy of fairness. Every build has a very low progression barrier, allowing both casual players and hardcore players to fully enjoy the unique fun of the job.

Explore the Glast Heim with a Massive New Server Reward Giveaway

Glast Heim, the long-abandoned old royal capital, has once again become the focus of exploration with this update. The new version introduces an all-new main storyline, where players can witness firsthand the downfall of the Knights and uncover the thousand-year-old truth buried within Glast Heim.

In addition to the main storyline, the map also features hidden Adventure Quests waiting for players to discover even more secret stories. Complete all exploration challenges to receive limited commemorative headwear and exclusive Glast Heim furniture to preserve your unique adventure memories.

Coinciding with the launch of the Glast Heim update on July 9, Ragnarok Origin Classic will also roll out multiple celebration events, including a limited-time Triple Card Drop Chance event packed with surprises for players.

In addition, the Glast Heim update will open the new "Glast Heim" server. Exclusive new server rewards will help players rapidly increase their combat power and easily embark on the adventure in the old city. The new Glast Heim server also comes with a new milestone achievement reward: when the number of max-level players on the server reaches 30,000, all players can claim the highly popular cosmetic "Spooky Nyan Suit" for free. Daily login rewards will also include the "Violet Oath" gift box, as well as high-value items such as the red MVP Card "Moonlight Flower" and the gold Illusion Card "Angeling"; accelerated guild growth will also help guilds in the new server develop rapidly.

"Tyr Cup Global" Is Set to Begin, the Million-Dollar Prize Pool Returning

On July 11, the Tyr Cup Grand Final will kick off in Bangkok, where the first-ever Tyr Cup champion will be crowned. On the evening of July 12, the entire server will celebrate Championship Night together, inviting all players to join in honoring this glorious victory moment.

And this is only the beginning. The developers have officially announced that the "Tyr Cup" tournament will be fully upgraded to a global scale - "Tyr Cup Global" is about to begin, with the million-dollar prize pool returning once again.

"Tyr Cup Global" will launch simultaneously on the ROOC Asia and Americas servers, with both regions sharing a $1 million cash prize pool. Guilds from around the world will gather on the stage with absolute fairness to compete head-to-head for their own glory and a place at the pinnacle.

In addition to the million-dollar cash prize pool, "Tyr Cup Global" will also introduce even more prestigious rewards, offering top guilds and legendary adventurers one-of-a-kind recognition.

Ragnarok Origin Classic centers its monetization around the Monthly Pass system, creating a fair competitive environment and restoring the pure fun of MMORPGs. For more update details and event news, stay tuned to the official website and official Discord, and download the game now to begin a brand-new adventure!

Hyperscaler Demand Lifts PLDT Global Q1 Revenue 26%

PLDT Global Corporation (PLDT Global), the international business unit of PLDT, reported a strong start to 2026, with total first-quarter net service revenues rising 26% year-on-year.

The company’s performance reflects sustained momentum in its enterprise segment, underpinned by strong demand from hyperscalers, strategic partnerships with global digital platforms, and the continued operational resilience of its carrier voice business—collectively reinforcing the overall enterprise performance of the PLDT Group.

Enterprise growth led by hyperscaler demand

Growth in the first quarter was anchored on PLDT Global’s expanding enterprise business, particularly within the hyperscaler segment, where demand for scalable, high-capacity connectivity continues to accelerate.

The company recorded sustained uptake of its International Private Leased Circuit Services (IPLCS) and colocation solutions, as global technology players scale operations across Asia and other key markets.

PLDT Global also strengthened its growth pipeline with strategic contracts from hyperscalers, content providers, and global enterprises. These partnerships are expected to contribute to revenues within 2026, providing further upside for the business.

“Our continued growth in serving hyperscalers and global digital platforms reflects not only the strength of PLDT Global’s network infrastructure and strategic geographic positioning, but also our unwavering commitment to delivering world-class, reliable connectivity solutions,” said Albert V. Villa-Real, President and CEO of PLDT Global.

“We remain focused on scaling our enterprise business, deepening strategic partnerships, and driving operational excellence—ensuring we deliver sustainable growth and long-term value for our stakeholders while enabling the next wave of global digital innovation,” he added.

Lenovo Earns Highest-Ever Ranking in Gartner® Supply Chain Top 25 for 2026

Lenovo has reached a significant milestone by securing seventh place in the prestigious Gartner® Supply Chain Top 25 for 2026, marking the company's highest global ranking to date. The achievement highlights Lenovo's unwavering commitment to building an intelligent, resilient, and future-ready supply chain capable of adapting to today's rapidly evolving global business environment.

As organizations worldwide face increasing supply chain complexities, Lenovo continues to stand out by leveraging advanced technologies to improve efficiency, agility, and operational excellence. Its latest recognition reflects years of strategic investments in digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), and manufacturing innovation.

At the center of Lenovo's success is its proprietary AI-powered iChain system, an intelligent platform designed to coordinate thousands of suppliers across more than 30 manufacturing facilities worldwide. The platform enables Lenovo to make critical business decisions 60% faster, respond to supply chain disruptions in near real time, and automate approximately 90% of network simulations. These capabilities allow the company to anticipate potential challenges, optimize production, and maintain operational continuity even during periods of market uncertainty.

Beyond operational efficiency, Lenovo continues to expand its global manufacturing footprint. The company has recently established new manufacturing facilities in Saudi Arabia and the United States, strengthening its ability to serve regional markets while improving supply chain resilience. This expansion strategy helps reduce logistical risks, shorten delivery times, and support local economic development.

Lenovo's innovation efforts have also earned recognition from the World Economic Forum's Global Lighthouse Network, an exclusive group of manufacturers recognized for adopting cutting-edge technologies such as AI, automation, data analytics, and smart manufacturing. This recognition underscores Lenovo's leadership in embracing Industry 4.0 practices that improve productivity while promoting sustainable business operations.

Sustainability remains a core component of Lenovo's long-term strategy. Through smarter manufacturing processes, optimized logistics, and AI-driven resource management, the company continues to reduce waste, improve energy efficiency, and create long-term value for customers, partners, and stakeholders.

The Gartner® Supply Chain Top 25 ranking serves as a testament to Lenovo's ability to transform supply chain management into a strategic competitive advantage. As businesses increasingly rely on intelligent, data-driven operations, Lenovo's continued investment in AI, automation, and global manufacturing positions the company to remain at the forefront of innovation.

With resilient infrastructure, advanced technology adoption, and a strong commitment to sustainability, Lenovo is not only redefining modern supply chains but also helping shape the future of global manufacturing and digital transformation.

LG Electronics Boosts Global Installation and Service Capabilities With HVAC Academy Expansion

SEOUL— LG Electronics (LG) is expanding its Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Academy network to strengthen the installation and service capabilities of its global HVAC business. The company has opened new facilities and relocated existing ones within key markets in Asia, Europe, Latin America (LATAM), and the Middle East and Africa (MEA), helping to develop HVAC expertise at the local level and support consistent service delivery across countries as part of its Global South strategy.

In Asia, LG opened a new HVAC Academy in Taichung, Taiwan, in June. The facility includes product exhibition areas, classrooms, and practical training spaces, allowing customers and partners to directly experience a range of LG HVAC solutions and receive related technical training. Recently, LG also reopened its relocated Singapore HVAC Academy with an official ceremony attended by regional representatives. The new facility features a variety of LG HVAC technologies for display and training purposes, including advanced data center cooling solutions such as the LG Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs).

In Europe, LG operates HVAC Academies in multiple countries, including a newly opened HVAC Academy in Poland this year. LG’s European HVAC Academies provide local HVAC professionals with training on the latest LG air conditioning and heating solutions, including hands-on modules on installation, as well as insights into key industry trends.

LG has also been actively expanding its HVAC Academy network across LATAM and MEA this year. LG opened an HVAC Academy at the Universidad de Santiago de Chile (USACH) in Santiago, Chile. Developed in collaboration with the university, the academy offers comprehensive training for future HVAC professionals and provides ongoing training programs for certified technicians.

In March, the company opened a new academy in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The facility features an integrated showroom where visitors can experience LG’s principal B2B and B2C HVAC products, a technical training classroom, an applied learning area for Air Handling Unit (AHU)-based piping and control system training, and a practice space for using engineering tools.

LG operates approximately 70 HVAC Academies in over 40 countries, including Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, and Africa. Regional hub HVAC Academies are responsible for developing localized training content and training instructors from neighboring countries, while all academies provide essential training for local customers and distributors. Through this differentiated network structure, LG is improving customer access to training while supporting the development of in-market HVAC professionals and bolstering the company’s own technical capabilities.

“Strong installation and service capabilities are essential for delivering reliable HVAC solutions and long-term customer value,” said James Lee, president of the LG ES Company. “We will continue to expand our global network of HVAC Academies to strengthen local technical expertise, support workforce development, and build the service infrastructure needed for the continued growth of the LG HVAC business.”