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Daily Mirror
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Lost in Random: The Eternal Die is a solid roguelike sequel I can't put down
If you're in the mood for a different style of action roguelike, the first two realms of Lost in Random: The Eternal Die so far make for a promising new take. Although a very different kind of continuation of this universe, Lost in Random: The Eternal Die offers up an appropriately board game spin on the tried-and-tested roguelike formula. When the original Lost in Random launched four years ago, even then it wasn't impossible to deny just how much its board game-inspired world seemed ripe for the franchise treatment. That first game's brand of third-person platforming mightn't have been anything special, true, but it was made up for by interesting combat powered by unique card combinations, an undeniably Tim Burton -esque art style, and an intriguing universe where every inhabitant belongs to one of six realms relative to the sides of a die. By comparison, Lost in Random: The Eternal Die is undeniably a clear steer away from the traditional action-platformer setup of before. Yet after spending close to five hours repeatedly fighting through the first two realms that make up this roguelike spin-off, I'm convinced the world of Random still has plenty of delights to offer – just not in the way we were expecting. On the surface, it'd be easy to look at a screenshot or short gameplay snippet of Lost in Random: The Eternal Die and assume it is another one of those action roguelikes seeking to ride off Hades' coattails. In some ways, it is, and new developer Stormteller Games doesn't do much to deny that by wearing the influence of Supergiant's 2020 masterpiece on its sleeve. An isometric view? Check. Fast-paced action with multiple weapon types and a dash? Yup. You even have a home base full of quirky characters to speak to, who prove especially useful in upgrading your abilities and moveset. There's plenty here that genre veterans will be familiar with. What's most exciting about The Eternal Die, however, is in all the ways it differs from what's come before, specifically through what's called the Relic system. You see, rather than have you choose one of three boons upon completing each room of a biome, you're often able to select one of three randomised relics, all colour-coded in a way that can further influence gameplay. Set three of the same colour in a row together and not only will you benefit from each relic's specific buff, but it'll also increase your base stats relating to the damage of your weapon, card ability, and dice attacks too. Relics are a surprisingly deep system that I initially was worried would be too overwhelming, yet eventually it all clicks into place quite neatly. In terms of the actual combat itself, working your way through mechanical night terrors feels satisfyingly snappy and responsive. This time around you play as the previous villain of the last game, Queen Aleksandra, currently shrunken, demoted, and trying to claw her way back to the top of Random by claiming revenge. She starts out with a sword at first, but I quickly found myself experimenting with the spear a whole lot, largely because of its extended reach and its charge attack that sees you able to lunge at enemies from far away. The Eternal Die's other two weapons – the heavy mace and long-range bow – seemed solid enough too but were far from my preferred playstyle. That said, all four feature various upgrade paths that may see that change. Pass go As already mentioned, aiding Aleksandra in her effort to fight her way to the titular die is a whole cast of eclectic characters. While most serve as vendors engaged with back at base, I was surprised at the handful of side missions they also had me undertake for further rewards, be it trying to uncover hidden dicelings or supressed memories to bring back. No character is more important, however, than Fortune, Aleksandra's personal dice companion that can be thrown at enemies and release specific side effects depending on the relic setup you're boasting. Fortune functions similarly to Zagreus' cast from Hades, only it needs to be collected again once thrown, adding a slight extra layer of strategy. Returning players to the series will be pleased to know that cards do indeed return, albeit now in a fashion that allows Aleksandra to equip them only one at a time per run. There are 15 to play around with in total that serve as your super attack of sorts locked to a cooldown metre, and most specialise in being ranged or in expelling some form of AoE, and I definitely prefer cards that belong to the former since it's always nice to have a long-range attack to rely on whenever I've thrown Fortune a bit too far out of reach. More impressive is in how crucial timing is, since releasing the card button at just the right time will see it turn into a more powerful version of its effect. During the heat of the action, it's not always easy to pull off, but made taking down bosses in particular more of a breeze. While I can only talk about two of the four biomes featured in Eternal Die, I can say that both are visually very unique from each other. The first, being a castle of sorts, does the job in getting you into the action as you slowly gain relic combinations with whatever randomised card attack you start off with. More exciting is the second swampland area, which culminates in a boss fight against a giant toad that almost always has me circling the entire stage looking for a safe area. Now, five hours in, with a decent number of permanent upgrades under my belt, I find that beating the first two biomes is almost a guarantee, but certain pesky enemy types belonging to each area are always there to offer a challenge. Much more than just another Hades rip-off like TMNT: Splinter's Fate, Sworn from earlier this year, or even my beloved Redacted, Lost in Random: The Eternal Die so far seems to be offering up enough new twists to the formula – all powered by the existing universe originally realised by developer Zoink back in 2021. It's definitely not the sequel you're expecting, but making the last game's villain the protagonist this time around provides a solid enough narrative hook to chew on, while the wholly unique relic system ensures that no one run is ever exactly the same. How the story and Aleksandra's powers develop remains to be seen, yet I'm confident that the world of Random will be well worth a revisit when the full game launches later this year.
Korea Herald
23-04-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
SK hynix Completes Customer Validation of CXL 2.0-based DDR5
SEOUL, South Korea, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SK hynix Inc. (or "the company", announced today that it has completed customer validation of 96GB CMM(CXL [1] Memory Module)-DDR5, a DRAM solution product based on CXL 2.0. The company said that it can process 36GB/s due to a 50% increase in capacity when the product is applied to the server systems and a 30% improvement in the bandwidth compared to previous DDR5 modules. This can contribute to drastically reducing the total cost of ownership [2] by customers in building and operating data centers. Following the 96GB product validation, the company is proceeding with the validation process for 128GB product with another customer. This product, equipped with 32Gb DDR5 DRAM using the 1bnm process, or the fifth-generation of the 10-nanometer technology, has high performance per watt [3]. The company plans to complete the ongoing 128GB validation as soon as possible to establish a CXL product portfolio to support customers in a timely manner. SK hynix is making efforts to expand the CXL ecosystem along with the development of CXL DRAM. The company developed HMSDK [4], software optimized for CMM-DDR5 and integrated it on Linux, the world's largest open-source operating system, in September, improving the performance of CXL applied systems. "We are developing various solution products to fulfill Optimal Innovation [5] in order to overcome the limitation of high cost and scalability of the existing system," said Uksong Kang, Head of Next Gen PP&E. "We will provide optimized value to customers by dramatically improving the scalability and the flexibility of memory while meeting customers' different needs." About SK hynix Inc. SK hynix Inc., headquartered in Korea, is the world's top tier semiconductor supplier offering Dynamic Random Access Memory chips ("DRAM") and flash memory chips ("NAND flash") for a wide range of distinguished customers globally. The Company's shares are traded on the Korea Exchange, and the Global Depository shares are listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. Further information about SK hynix is available at
Korea Herald
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Zerobaseone to tackle US with 1st physical album
Zerobaseone will roll out physical copies of its fifth EP in the US, a first for the boy band, agency WakeOne Entertainment said Wednesday. It is releasing the EP 'Blue Paradise' in three different versions —'Hide,' 'Seek' and 'Random' — on April 4. 'We are so happy and excited to hear the news,' said the band, adding that it is proud to have a chance to better reach its fans around the world. The mini album came out in Korea in February and sold over 1 million copies on the day of release. In addition to the main track 'Blue,' the album contains the group's first subunit endeavors: three songs featuring three members each. The main single was recorded in Japanese as well and was dropped as a digital single last week. Meanwhile, the nine members are preparing to meet their fans in person in Seoul at their 'Blue Mansion' fan concert on April 18-20.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
True Random Number Generator (TRNG) Market worth $7.71 billion by 2030 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The True Random Number Generator Market is expected to grow from USD 3.81 billion in 2025 and is estimated to reach USD 7.71 billion by 2030; it is expected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 15.1% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets™. The growth of IoT and edge computing is driving demand for TRNGs to ensure secure communication and data protection. Weak random generators expose encryption keys, increasing cyber security risks. TRNGs mitigate this by generating high-entropy keys that strengthen security and comply with standards like NIST SP800-90B and FIPS 140-3, making them a critical component of modern cybersecurity frameworks. Additionally, the rise of edge computing, which processes data closer to the source, further amplifies the need for TRNGs to enable real-time, secure decision-making in decentralized environments, such as wearable healthcare devices and smart infrastructure systems. Download PDF Brochure: Browse in-depth TOC on "True Random Number Generator (TRNG) Market" 224 – Tables68 – Figures288 – Pages True Random Number Generator (TRNG) Market Report Scope: Report Coverage Details Market Revenue in 2025 $ 3.81 billion Estimated Value by 2030 $ 7.71 billion Growth Rate Poised to grow at a CAGR of 15.1% Market Size Available for 2020–2030 Forecast Period 2025–2030 Forecast Units Value (USD Million/Billion) Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends Segments Covered By Type, Application, Vertical and Region Geographies Covered North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of World Key Market Challenge Issues related to integration of TRNGs Key Market Opportunities Expanding use cases in secure communication, financial transactions, and defense applications Key Market Drivers Rising frequency of cyberattacks in digital era By type, QRNG segment is projected to grow at a high CAGR during the forecast period. QRNGs are expected to experience tremendous growth during the forecast period because they have an unparalleled capability to create genuinely random numbers based on quantum mechanics, offering the maximum amount of unpredictability and security. In contrast to traditional random number generators, QRNGs utilize quantum phenomena like photon behavior and atomic decay and are therefore resistant to both traditional and quantum-based cyber-attacks. This makes QRNGs crucial in cryptography, wherein they are utilized to generate strong encryption keys and secure tokens that improve the security of financial transactions, data storage, and identity management systems. The rising demand for secure digital transactions and communications, along with the escalating level of sophistication in cyber threats, is driving the demand for QRNGs. Their use in industries such as finance, healthcare, and IoT is growing, as they are offering critical security for online payments, safe storage of data and quantum-resistant VPNs. Moreover, advances in quantum technology and decreasing implementation costs are making QRNGs more accessible and making them more commercially viable. For example, Elmos Semiconductor SE and ID Quantique entered a partnership in January 2025 to create the world's smallest monolithically integrated QRNG, in response to increasing cybersecurity threats. With businesses and customers prioritizing improved security, the QRNG market is poised to expand rapidly, facilitated by the demand for strong, quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions. By end user- consumer electronics segment in true random number generator market will account for the high CAGR in 2025-2030. Consumer electronics will hold high growth rate in the true random number generator market because TRNGs are being integrated into an extensive array of devices that have a need for strong security, privacy, and functionality. The proliferation of smartphones, tablets, smart home appliances, wearables and IoT-enabled devices has led to an enormous requirement for TRNGs, which are needed for secure cryptographic key generation, facilitating secure boot procedures, and protecting data integrity. With the increase in digital payments, biometric authentication, and encrypted communication on consumer devices, TRNGs play a critical role to protect sensitive user information from cyber-attacks. Additionally, increasing adoption of gaming consoles, virtual reality (VR) systems, and smart TVs, which depends on randomness to provide even gameplay and dynamic content generation, increases the demand for TRNGs. The consumer electronics sector is also marked by high-tech advancements and decreasing product life cycles, propelling the development of new solutions such as TRNGs at a faster rate. Vendors such as Samsung, Apple, and Intel are increasingly integrating TRNGs in their products for better security and user experience. With growing awareness among consumers about data security and privacy, and the increasing development of 5G networks and IoT ecosystems, the demand for TRNGs in consumer electronics is likely to grow, contributing to a strong market share and high growth rate in the years to come. Inquiry Before Buying: North America region will hold highest share in the true random number generator market. North America dominates the market share in the true random number generator industry due to its strong ecosystem of cybersecurity firms, cloud computing providers, and semiconductor companies. The US is at the center of it all, with dominant technology players like Intel, IBM, Qualcomm, and Microsoft incorporating TRNGs into their security solutions. These companies use TRNGs for encryption, secure authentication, and cryptographic key generation in enterprise security, cloud computing and IoT use cases. Apart from this, Government standards like FIPS 140-3 (Federal Information Processing Standard) and cybersecurity standards issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have made it a standard requirement for industries dealing with sensitive information, especially in military, defense, and critical infrastructure protection, to adopt TRNGs. The region is also a leader in zero-trust security architecture, where TRNGs play a critical role in enhancing identity authentication and encryption processes. North America's leadership in post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and quantum-safe encryption investments further solidify its leadership in the true random number generator market. Key Players Key companies operating in the true random number generator companies are Apple Inc. (US), Intel Corporation (US), Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. (US), Infineon Technologies AG (Germany), Microchip Technology Inc. (US), NXP Semiconductors (Netherlands), STMicroelectronics (Switzerland), ID Quantique (Switzerland), QuantumCTek Co., Ltd. (China), QuintessenceLabs. (Australia), Terra Quantum (Switzerland), Crypta Labs Limited (UK), Quantinuum (UK), QuNu Labs Private Limited (India), IBM (US), EYL, Inc (US), Quside Technologies (Spain), among others. 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Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SK hynix Named as a World's Most Ethical Companies® Honoree
SK hynix first Korean semiconductor company to be named as one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® Members' commitment to business ethics, support for business partners recognized Company to foster business ethics suitable for a leading AI memory provider SEOUL, South Korea, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SK hynix Inc. (or "the company", announced today that it has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere*, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, marking the first case for a Korean semiconductor company to be named as an honoree. * Ethisphere: global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices that strengthen corporate brands, build trust in the marketplace, and deliver business success. Ethisphere honors superior integrity programs through World's Most Ethical Companies® recognition The assessment is based on Ethisphere's proprietary Ethics Quotient®, which requires companies to provide 240+ different proof points on practices that support robust ethics and compliance; governance; a culture of ethics; environmental and social impact; and initiatives that support a strong value chain. In 2025, 136 honorees were recognized spanning 19 countries and 44 industries. SK hynix is one of only four honorees in the semiconductor industry. The international recognition follows years of the company's efforts to set up goals for business ethics and systematic evaluation and implementation of them. SK hynix expects the ethics management system that the stakeholders can trust and suitable for a global company to help it and its customers to achieve higher corporate values. SK hynix and its employees have combined efforts to advance business ethics further with members participating in the signing of compliance commitment letter and compliance surveys every year with passion. In 2023, SK hynix also started a program to share its operation and know-how of the business ethics system with business partners to further grow it into a system for the broader supply chain. "Congratulations to SK hynix for achieving recognition as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies®," Erica Salmon Byrne, Ethisphere's Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Chair, said. "Behind this honor is a true dedication and a commitment to advancing business integrity." "I would like to express my gratitude to our members for their continued efforts to help advance the company's principles for ethical management to be recognized globally," SK hynix Chief Executive Officer Kwak Noh-Jung said. "We will strive to meet the trust from our stakeholders and do our part to continue as an ethically responsible AI memory provider." About SK hynix Inc. SK hynix Inc., headquartered in Korea, is the world's top tier semiconductor supplier offering Dynamic Random Access Memory chips ("DRAM") and flash memory chips ("NAND flash") for a wide range of distinguished customers globally. The Company's shares are traded on the Korea Exchange, and the Global Depository shares are listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. Further information about SK hynix is available at View original content: SOURCE SK hynix Inc. Sign in to access your portfolio
