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Nintendo started its video game console business in 1983 by launching the NES, and started its portable console business in 1989 by launching the Game Boy. Since then, the firm has focused on expanding the gaming population by delivering unique entertainment experiences on its original console systems; the Wii and Nintendo DS are its most popular hardware. However, Nintendo not only makes game consoles, but also owns world-renowned IPs such as Super Mario, Pokemon, and Zelda, which have been a source of cash flow for 40 years.

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GameStop Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) is down 2.4% to $25.95 on Tuesday, extending its year-to-date decline to 15.3%, despite <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44984453/gamestop-stock-rises-amid-switch-2-preorders-whats-going-on">recent buzz</a> surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2 console launch.
What To Know: On April 24, GameStop saw a brief uptick in investor interest as it became the last major U.S. retailer to open pre-orders for the highly anticipated device. 
While retailers such as Target, Best Buy and Walmart quickly sold out, GameStop launched its own online and in-store pre-orders at 11 a.m. ET on that Thursday, offering gamers another chance to secure the console, which retails for $449.99 or $499.99 with a Mario Kart bundle.
GameStop also introduced up to $175 in trade-in credit for older Switch models and plans to open all stores at midnight on June 5 for launch-day pickups. Despite this strategic positioning, the excitement hasn't translated into sustained gains for the stock since pre-orders began.
Nintendo ADR (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>), by contrast, has seen its shares <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44990522/nintendo-stock-hits-all-time-high-amid-switch-2-preorder-frenzy-what-you-need-to-know">hit all-time highs</a> amid explosive demand, with over 2.2 million Switch 2 applications recently reported in Japan alone.
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GameStop (GME) Stock Dips Despite Nintendo Switch 2 Preorder Buzz: What's Going On?

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) announced on Thursday it will raise Xbox console prices globally, with U.S. models increasing by up to 27% as the gaming industry grapples with new tariff pressures. The move follows similar price hikes from Sony Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>) and production delays from Nintendo Co. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>).
What Happened: The tech giant&#8217;s entry-level Xbox Series S will jump from $299.99 to $379.99 in the U.S., while the premium Series X Galaxy Black model will now retail for $729.99, up from $599.99 – representing increases of 27% and 22% respectively. Microsoft will also boost prices for new games from its studios to $79.99, up from $69.99.
&#8220;We understand that these changes are challenging, and they were made with careful consideration given market conditions and the rising cost of development,&#8221; Microsoft stated on its website. 
While not explicitly mentioning tariffs, the announcement comes as President Donald Trump&#8216;s administration has imposed 145% duties on numerous Chinese-manufactured products, including gaming hardware. See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45158118/analyst-cautions-on-snap-as-meta-and-google-benefit-from-ad-spending-shifts">Analyst Cautions On Snap As Meta And Google Benefit From Ad Spending Shifts</a>
Why It Matters: The gaming industry faces unprecedented supply chain disruption as major console makers, who primarily manufacture in China, respond to the new economic landscape. Sony raised PlayStation 5 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44787792/sony-raises-ps5-prices-in-some-countries-by-up-to-25-in-anticipation-of-tariffs?utm_source=chatgpt.com">prices by nearly 25%</a> in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia and New Zealand earlier this month, citing inflation and exchange rates. 
Nintendo<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44678084/nintendo-pushes-back-us-preorders-for-switch-2-amid-trump-tariff-impactlaunch-remains-on-track-for-june-things-may-change-in-the-days-ahead?utm_source=chatgpt.com"> delayed U.S. pre-orders</a> for its upcoming Switch 2 console due to tariff concerns. &#8220;We&#8217;re just going to have to actively assess what that impact may be. Things may change in the days ahead,&#8221; said Doug Bowser, President of Nintendo of America, though the June 5 launch date remains unchanged.
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer warned last week that the escalating tariffs would create <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/04/44655737/former-microsoft-ceo-steve-ballmer-says-trumps-new-tariffs-could-spark-global-turmoil-hurt-consumers-as-satya-nadella-led-msfts-stock-drops-14-ytd?utm_source=chatgpt.com">&#8220;significant disruption&#8221; </a>across the economy. &#8220;As a Microsoft shareholder, this kind of thing is not good,&#8221; Ballmer said, expressing concern that Trump&#8217;s policies could trigger global economic turmoil and negatively impact consumers and investors alike.
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Xbox Prices Surge As Microsoft Cites 'Rising Cost Of Development' Amid Trump Tariffs

Nintendo shares hit new all-time highs in Tokyo on Thursday. The company&#8217;s Nintendo Co Ltd ADR (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) American Depositary Receipt (ADR), which trades on U.S. exchanges, spiked from around $18.50 to $19.75 in early trading as preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 console <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44984453/gamestop-stock-rises-amid-switch-2-preorders-whats-going-on">went live in the U.S</a>.
What To Know: Nintendo stock is soaring on Thursday amid outsized demand for its latest video game console. The company said it received 2.2 million applications in the lottery for its Switch 2 device in Japan, far exceeding expectations.
&#8220;We received an extremely large number of applications, approximately 2.2 million people in Japan alone. However, this number far exceeds our expectations, and far exceeds the number of Nintendo Switch 2 consoles that can be delivered from the My Nintendo Store on June 5th,&#8221; the company said Wednesday in a translated version of a <a href="https://x.com/Nintendo/status/1914982671522083155">post</a> on social platform X.
Nintendo had originally planned to open up pre-orders on April 9, but <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44678084/nintendo-pushes-back-us-preorders-for-switch-2-amid-trump-tariff-impactlaunch-remains-on-track-for-june-things-may-change-in-the-days-ahead">announced delays</a> due to tariffs from the Trump administration. Preorders went live in the U.S. at 12 a.m. ET Thursday ahead of a planned launch on June 5, but appear to have quickly sold out.
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Preorders for the Switch 2 gaming console, as well as a bundle deal that included video game &#8220;Mario Kart World&#8221; were available online at retailers including Target Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>), Best Buy Co Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>) and Walmart Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>). The console retails for $449.99 and the bundle deal is listed at $499.99. 
The Verge <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/654571/nintendo-switch-2-preorders-issues-problems">reported</a> Thursday that all three retailers experienced technical problems during the rollout, suggesting strong demand. Preorders for the device went live at GameStop Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) at 11 a.m. ET Thursday morning, but were unavailable at the time of writing. 
Nintendo is seeing massive demand for the Switch 2 as the console appears to be sold out at all locations as of the time of writing, while Nintendo stock trades at all-time highs. 
NTDOY Price Action: The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NTDOY">Nintendo ADR</a> was up 6.43% at $19.70 at the time of publication Thursday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Nintendo Stock Hits All-Time High Amid Switch 2 Preorder Frenzy: What You Need To Know

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'Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Quickly Sell Out at US Stores'- Bloomberg

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'Nintendo Maintains Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing, Retail Pre-Orders to Begin April 24 in U.S'- Nintendo

On Sunday, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/sony" rel="noreferrer noopener">Japanese conglomerate</a> Sony Group Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>)&nbsp;announced that it had raised the price of its PlayStation 5 console by close to 25% in select markets in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Australia, and New Zealand, citing high inflation and fluctuating exchange rates.
The PS5 will cost 500 euros (approximately $569) in Europe and £430 (approximately $569) in the UK <a target="_blank" href="https://blog.playstation.com/2025/04/13/ps5-price-to-rise-in-europe-australia-and-new-zealand/" rel="noreferrer noopener">from Monday</a>.
In Australia, a standard PS5 with an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive costs AU $829.95 (approximately $524), and a PS5 Digital Edition costs AU $749.95 (approximately $475).
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In New Zealand, a standard PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive will cost NZ $949.95, and PS5 Digital Edition will cost NZ $859.95. The move precedes potential price hikes in the U.S..
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44761003/sony-nintendo-hike-console-prices-as-us-tariffs-bite-microsoft-may-dodge-the-hit" rel="noreferrer noopener">Last week, reports</a> indicated American consumers could pay up to 30%&nbsp;more for a Switch 2 or PlayStation 5, implying up to $590 for the Nintendo Co (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOF#OTC">NTDOF</a>) flagship machine or Sony&#8217;s PS5&nbsp;Astro Bot&nbsp;bundle. Both devices are assembled in China and are now attracting a 125% duty for shipments to the U.S.
Bloomberg&#8217;s&nbsp;Nathan Naidu&nbsp;expects Sony to struggle to sustain sales of a high-end PS5, while Xbox maker&nbsp;Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) may have smooth sailing given its lesser dependence on production partners subject to higher U.S. levies.
The U.S. accounts for 29% of Sony&#8217;s revenue. Sony sold 9.5 million PS5 units in the fiscal third quarter,&nbsp;versus&nbsp;8.2 million a year ago. It expects fiscal 2024 sales of $88.00 billion or ¥13.20 trillion versus&nbsp;the&nbsp;$81.59 billion consensus.&nbsp;
President Donald Trump&#8217;s announcement of sweeping tariffs on U.S. imports has affected the U.S. stock market as it factors in the reception of higher-priced consumer goods.
Trump decided to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44781719/us-stock-futures-nikkei-climb-on-electronics-tariff-pause-dollar-continues-decline" rel="noreferrer noopener">pause tariffs&nbsp;on</a> consumer electronics products on Sunday. Japan&#8217;s top trade representative, Ryosei Akazawa, will likely visit the U.S. to hold talks.
Price Action: SONY stock is up 1.79% at $23.35 premarket at last check Monday.
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Sony Raises PS5 Prices In Some Countries By Up To 25% In Anticipation Of Tariffs

Japanese gaming companies Nintendo Co (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOF#OTC">NTDOF</a>) and Sony Group Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>) look to raise prices on their game consoles to shift the burden of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">US tariffs on the </a>consumers, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-04-11/nintendo-switch-2-and-sony-ps5-likely-to-get-price-hikes-due-to-tariffs?srnd=phx-technology&amp;sref=TBDibEcD" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> Bloomberg, citing its research.
Under normal circumstances, American consumers are ready to shell out up to 30%&nbsp;more for a Switch 2 or PlayStation 5, implying up to $590 for the Nintendo flagship machine or Sony&#8217;s PS5&nbsp;Astro Bot&nbsp;bundle.
Both devices are assembled in China and are now subject to a 125% duty for shipments to the US.
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Nintendo also has an expanding production footprint in Vietnam, with a 90-day redemption from elevated tariffs.
Bloomberg analyst Nathan Naidu noted that Sony may struggle to sustain sales of a high-end PS5 while Xbox maker Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) may have smooth sailing as it&#8217;s less reliant on production partners subject to higher US levies. The US accounts for 29% of Sony&#8217;s revenue and 37% of Nintendo&#8217;s sales.
Nintendo reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43473500/nintendo-q3-earnings-revenue-drops-cuts-outlook-and-dividend-switch-sales-slow-ahead-of-next-gen-console" target="_blank" rel="noopener">third-quarter revenue</a> of $1.10 billion (432.92 billion Japanese yen), down from $1.70 billion (598.56 billion Japanese yen) a year ago. EPS was 110.40 Japanese yen, compared to 117.45 Japanese yen a year ago.
The company sold 4.82 million Nintendo Switch hardware in the third quarter, bringing the total for the current fiscal year to 9.54 million units (down by 30.6%).
It expects to sell 11.00 million units of Nintendo Switch hardware in the fiscal year 2025, down from the 12.50 million units it previously expected, and 150 million units of Nintendo Switch software in the fiscal year 2025, down from the 160 million units it previously expected.
Nintendo expects fiscal 2025 net sales of 1.19 trillion Japanese yen (prior 1.28 trillion Japanese yen) and EPS of 231.91 Japanese yen (prior 257.68 Japanese yen).
Sony reported <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43700230/sony-q3-earnings-beats-expectations-raises-outlook-as-ps5-sales-and-streaming-revenues-climb" rel="noreferrer noopener">fiscal third-quarter 2024</a> consolidated sales&nbsp;growth&nbsp;of 18% year-on-year to $28.97 billion (4.41 trillion Japanese yen), topping the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate of&nbsp;$23.78 billion.&nbsp;EPS of $0.41 (61.82 yen) beat the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate of $0.30.
Sony sold 9.5 million PS5 units in the quarter, versus 8.2 million a year ago.
Sony expects fiscal 2024 sales of $88.00 billion or ¥13.20 trillion (prior $87.05 billion or ¥12.71 trillion) versus&nbsp;the&nbsp;$81.59 billion consensus.&nbsp;
Price Action:&nbsp;SONY stock is down 2.53% at $22.34 premarket at last check Friday.
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Sony, Nintendo Hike Console Prices As US Tariffs Bite, Microsoft May Dodge The Hit

Last week, Nintendo Co. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) announced that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/25/04/44609298/nintendo-switch-2-price-release-date-specs-new-games-revealed">preorders for the highly anticipated</a> Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will be delayed due to concerns over the potential impact of President Donald Trump&#8217;s new tariffs, although the June 5 launch date remains unchanged.
What Happened: In an <a href="https://www.npr.org/2025/04/07/nx-s1-5349650/trump-tariffs-nintendo-switch-2-doug-bowser">interview</a> with NPR, Doug Bowser, President of Nintendo of America, explained the situation during a discussion on the delay.
&#8220;We&#8217;re just going to have to actively assess what that impact may be. Things may change in the days ahead. So we&#8217;re just watching and trying to understand what that impact might be and what actions we might have to take,&#8221; Bowser stated.
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Although the Nintendo Switch 2 is priced at $449 for the base model and $499 for the hardware SKU with Mario Kart World included, Bowser admitted that there are still uncertainties about whether the new tariffs would force them to increase the final price of the device in the U.S. market.
The uncertainty arises from the additional <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/44660089/japans-nikkei-futures-halted-hang-seng-crashes-8-8-as-global-market-rout-accelerates-on-tariff-shock-analyst-says-trumps-iphone-only-real-circuit-breaker">tariffs imposed on Japanese exports</a>, including a 24% tariff on goods, which could push up the cost of manufacturing and shipping to the U.S.
Nintendo also addressed the ongoing concerns regarding supply and demand. Bowser mentioned that the company has been working closely with retailers to ensure that the <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/03/44212558/nintendos-mar10-day-bash-includes-a-349-switch-bundle-trip-to-super-nintendo-world-and-alarm-clocks-that-talk-back-heres-what-you-need-to-know">demand for the Switch 2</a> is met on launch day, with particular emphasis on preventing issues related to scalping bots.
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Why It Matters: The Switch 2 comes equipped with a 7.9-inch HDR-capable LCD display at 1080p resolution and supports gameplay at up to 120 frames per second. At launch, it offers 256GB of internal storage, and its updated dock enables 4K output when hooked up to a television.
Among the notable hardware upgrades are magnetically connected Joy-Cons, enhanced thumbsticks, and a revamped Pro Controller that now includes a dedicated C-button for in-game communication.
Nintendo is also introducing a new feature called GameShare, which lets players connect multiple Switch 2 systems for local or online shared gaming. Additionally, the battery life has been improved to roughly 8 hours—a welcome improvement over the original model.
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Nintendo Pushes Back US Preorders For Switch 2 Amid Trump Tariffs, Launch Remains On Track For June: 'Things May Change In The Days Ahead'

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China announced a series of retaliatory measures on Friday in response to President&nbsp;Donald Trump‘s tariffs on Chinese goods, escalating the trade conflict <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44647999/trumps-tariff-war-could-take-us-tech-industry-back-a-decade-while-china-steam-rolls-ahead-analyst-says" rel="noreferrer noopener">between the two&nbsp;largest global economies</a>.&nbsp;
President&nbsp;Donald Trump‘s 25% tariffs on auto imports have sent shockwaves through the integrated North American automotive supply chain, prompting&nbsp;divergent responses from major manufacturers&nbsp;as United Auto <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/44642355/trumps-25-auto-tariffs-spark-stellantis-layoffs-gm-expansion-uaws-shawn-fain-calls-job-cuts-completely-unnecessary" rel="noreferrer noopener">Workers leadership criticizes job cuts</a>.
Gaming &amp; Smartphones
Nintendo ADR (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>)&nbsp;announced key details surrounding the&nbsp;Switch 2&nbsp;during Nintendo Direct, revealing a June 5<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/25/04/44609298/nintendo-switch-2-price-release-date-specs-new-games-revealed" rel="noreferrer noopener"> launch date and a $450 price tag</a>.
The standard console will be accompanied by a $500 bundle that includes a digital copy of&nbsp;Mario Kart World, the first installment in the beloved franchise built exclusively for the new hardware.
Apple Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) has officially released&nbsp;iOS 18.4,&nbsp;iPadOS 18.4,&nbsp;macOS 15.4, and&nbsp;VisionOS 2.4, bringing a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44579491/ios-18-4-is-now-live-with-new-emojis-apple-news-food-and-priority-ai-notifications-alongside-vision-pro-updates-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">range of new features to its devices</a>.
Social Media &amp; Auto
YouTube&nbsp;star&nbsp;Jimmy Donalson, popularly known as&nbsp;MrBeast, pulled a dark yet humorous April Fool&#8217;s prank that involved burning 20 million trees and blinding 1,000 kids, but it was all in jest and a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44601201/mrbeast-drops-dark-april-fools-joke-about-burning-20-million-trees-and-blinding-1000-kids-but-its-all-a-callback-to-his-philanthropic-work" rel="noreferrer noopener">reference to his past charitable efforts</a>.
Ford (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) announced it will extend employee pricing to all car shoppers, a move that coincides with the implementation of new 25% U.S. tariffs on&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44641009/ford-launches-from-america-for-america-discount-program-as-tariffs-threaten-vehicle-price-surge" rel="noreferrer noopener">imported vehicles and auto parts</a>.
Technology
The Senate Judiciary Subcommittee is set to hold a hearing next week to examine&nbsp;Mark Zuckerberg-led&nbsp;Meta Platforms, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) alleged efforts to establish a presence in&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/04/44620411/mark-zuckerberg-led-meta-set-to-face-truth-at-senate-hearing-over-china-operations-and-communist-party-censorship-efforts" rel="noreferrer noopener">China and its ties to censorship tools</a>.
Meta is reportedly gearing up to release an over $1,000 version of its smart glasses to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44599475/meta-is-planning-to-drop-1000-smart-glasses-to-disrupt-apples-ar-ambitions-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">further challenge&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44599475/meta-is-planning-to-drop-1000-smart-glasses-to-disrupt-apples-ar-ambitions-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">Apple&#8217;s&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44599475/meta-is-planning-to-drop-1000-smart-glasses-to-disrupt-apples-ar-ambitions-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">AR ambitions</a>.
At Intel&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) Vision 2025 conference, the company revealed that it had entered the &#8220;risk production&#8221; phase for its<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44600131/intels-stock-plummeted-50-in-past-12-months-now-the-lip-bu-tan-led-company-is-betting-on-18a-chip-breakthrough-were-freezing-it" rel="noreferrer noopener"> 18A process node,&nbsp;reported&nbsp;Tom&#8217;s Hardware</a>.
Intel&#8217;s Lip-Bu Tan&nbsp;made bold promises about the company&#8217;s future during his first public speech as CEO on Monday, highlighting a&nbsp;major cultural overhaul&nbsp;and signaling potential support from <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44577045/intels-new-ceo-lip-bu-tan-says-trump-administration-ready-to-help-beleagured-chipmaker-warns-bureaucracy-kills-innovation" rel="noreferrer noopener">the&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44577045/intels-new-ceo-lip-bu-tan-says-trump-administration-ready-to-help-beleagured-chipmaker-warns-bureaucracy-kills-innovation" rel="noreferrer noopener">Donald Trump&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44577045/intels-new-ceo-lip-bu-tan-says-trump-administration-ready-to-help-beleagured-chipmaker-warns-bureaucracy-kills-innovation" rel="noreferrer noopener">administration.</a>
Microsoft Corp&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) has paused discussions and postponed the development of sites in Indonesia, the U.K., Australia, Illinois, North Dakota and Wisconsin, Bloomberg&nbsp;reported, citing unnamed <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/04/44645946/microsoft-halts-data-center-expansions-due-to-semiconductor-tariff-concerns-ai-overcapacity-fears" rel="noreferrer noopener">sources familiar with the matter</a>.
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s&nbsp;Google&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) removed the mailing list for the&nbsp;Bitcoin&nbsp;developer group&nbsp;Bitcoindev, citing "policy violations," prompting&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44643317/google-removes-bitcoin-developer-mailing-list-for-policy-violations-jack-dorsey-calls-out-sundar-pichai-for-censorship" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jack Dorsey</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44643317/google-removes-bitcoin-developer-mailing-list-for-policy-violations-jack-dorsey-calls-out-sundar-pichai-for-censorship" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;to call out the company's approach</a>.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) is reportedly set to acquire a 20% stake in a new joint venture with&nbsp;Intel, aimed at addressing the&nbsp;U.S. chipmaker&#8217;s ongoing struggles, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44640394/tsmc-to-take-20-stake-in-joint-venture-with-intel-amid-us-chipmakers-struggles-with-188-billion-net-loss-in-2024-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">including its $18.8 billion net loss in 2024</a>.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Sentient, a San Francisco-based AI development lab backed by&nbsp;Peter Thiel&#8217;s Founder's Fund, has unveiled its open-source AI search framework, positioning its work <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/04/44620834/peter-thiel-backed-nonprofit-sentient-aims-to-be-americas-deepseek-takes-aim-at-closed-ai-systems" rel="noreferrer noopener">as a response to China&#8217;s&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/04/44620834/peter-thiel-backed-nonprofit-sentient-aims-to-be-americas-deepseek-takes-aim-at-closed-ai-systems" rel="noreferrer noopener">DeepSeek</a>.
OpenAI&nbsp;has finalized a record-setting $40 billion funding round, boosting the company&#8217;s valuation to $300 billion, with major investments from&nbsp;SoftBank Group (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFTBF#OTC">SFTBF</a>),&nbsp;Microsoft, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44580172/openai-finalizes-historic-40-billion-funding-round-valuing-company-at-300-billion-with-backing-from-softbank-and-microsoft" rel="noreferrer noopener">and other key backers</a>.
OpenAI&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Sam Altman&nbsp;announced that the company plans to release its new open-weight language model with reasoning capabilities in the coming months. This decision might have been driven by the&nbsp;impressive success of&nbsp;DeepSeek's R1&nbsp;model and the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44577187/sam-altman-led-openai-releases-open-weight-ai-model-with-reasoning-capabilities-as-deepseek-and-meta-taste-success" rel="noreferrer noopener">growing popularity of&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44577187/sam-altman-led-openai-releases-open-weight-ai-model-with-reasoning-capabilities-as-deepseek-and-meta-taste-success" rel="noreferrer noopener">Meta's&nbsp;Llama</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44577187/sam-altman-led-openai-releases-open-weight-ai-model-with-reasoning-capabilities-as-deepseek-and-meta-taste-success" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;models</a>.
Last week, in a direct response to growing speculation online,&nbsp;Perplexity&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Aravind Srinivas&nbsp;took to&nbsp;Reddit Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDDT#NYSE">RDDT</a>)&nbsp;to deny rumors that the AI search company is facing financial trouble<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44557415/perplexity-ceo-aravind-srinivas-shuts-down-financial-rumors-on-reddit-says-ai-search-startup-has-no-plans-of-ipoing-before-2028" rel="noreferrer noopener"> or preparing for an imminent IPO</a>.
As industry giants like&nbsp;Microsoft and OpenAI throw their weight behind a rising AI protocol,&nbsp;Alphabet&#8217;s CEO has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44554189/openai-and-microsoft-back-mcp-standard-in-major-shift-toward-interoperable-ai-agents-that-can-think-click-and-navigate-the-web-but-google-ceo-sundar-pichai-appears-to-be-mulling-over-it-in-shakespearean-fashion-to-mcp-or-not-to-mcp" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">offered a cryptic but telling response</a>.
Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/03/44553924/tesla-bull-pierre-ferragu-predicts-113-combined-market-cap-of-elon-musks-ai-startup-xai-and-x-will-look-tiny-in-few-years-so-much-potential" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tesla Bull Pierre Ferragu Predicts $113 Billion Combined Market Cap Of Elon Musk&#8217;s AI Startup xAI And X Will Look &#8216;Tiny&#8217; In Few Years: &#8216;So Much Potential&#8217;</a>
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Nintendo (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOF#OTC">NTDOF</a>) Switch 2 unveiled on April 2, is powered by a custom Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) processor featuring <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/nvidia" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">an Nvidia GPU</a> with dedicated RT Cores and Tensor Cores for visuals and AI-driven enhancements.
With 1,000 engineer years of effort across every element, from system and chip design to a custom GPU, APIs, and development tools, the Nintendo Switch 2 brings <a target="_blank" href="https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/nintendo-switch-2-leveled-up-with-nvidia-ai-powered-dlss-and-4k-gaming/" rel="noreferrer noopener">significant upgrades</a>.
The new console enables up to 4K gaming in TV mode and up to 120 FPS at 1080p in handheld mode.
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Nintendo Switch 2 also supports HDR and AI upscaling to sharpen visuals and smooth gameplay.
The new RT Cores bring real-time ray tracing, delivering lifelike lighting, reflections, and shadows for more immersive worlds.
Tensor Cores power AI-driven features like Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS), boosting resolution for sharper details without sacrificing image quality.
Tensor Cores also enable AI-powered face tracking and background removal in video chat cases, enhancing social gaming and streaming.
Nintendo on Wednesday <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/25/04/44609298/nintendo-switch-2-price-release-date-specs-new-games-revealed" rel="noreferrer noopener">revealed the Switch 2</a>, launching June 5 at $450, with 4K gaming and enhanced features.
The standard console will be accompanied by a $500 bundle with a digital Mario Kart World copy.
The Switch 2 will have a 7.9-inch 1080p LCD screen with HDR and supports up to 120 frames per second. The system also introduces&nbsp;GameShare, enabling multiple Switch 2 consoles to connect and play shared games locally or online.
Nintendo also announced several high-game releases, including&nbsp;The Duskbloods, a FromSoftware title slated for 2026, and&nbsp;Donkey Kong Bonanza, launching July 17.
The original Switch, launched in 2017 at $299, became one of the&nbsp;best-selling consoles, with over 139 million units sold globally.
Coming to Nvidia, BofA&#8217;s Vivek Arya <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/02/43474406/nvidia-still-a-top-pick-as-microsoft-meta-stick-with-gpus-despite-deepseek-challenge-analyst" rel="noreferrer noopener">maintained a Buy</a> on it, calling it his top pick ahead of fourth-quarter earnings. He cited the rising tide of AI compute/networking demand and no evidence of GPUs losing their 80%+ share.
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Nvidia's Custom GPU Enhances Nintendo Switch 2 With AI Features, Real-Time Ray Tracing, 4K Support

Nintendo ADR (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) announced key details surrounding the <a href="https://www.nintendo.com/us/nintendo-direct/4-2-2025/?srsltid=AfmBOor1pu0sEZFYJDQ2RxXz1J0mdZvMz0ZyGfktcuNugTJdPH2_bGk5">Switch 2</a> during Wednesday&#8217;s Nintendo Direct, revealing a June 5 launch date and a $450 price tag. The standard console will be accompanied by a $500 bundle that includes a digital copy of Mario Kart World, the first installment in the beloved franchise built exclusively for the new hardware.
What To Know: The Switch 2 boasts a 7.9-inch 1080p LCD screen with HDR and supports up to 120 frames per second. The device launches with 256GB of storage, and its new dock allows for 4K gaming when connected to a TV. 
Other key hardware improvements include magnetically attached Joy-Cons, larger thumbsticks and a redesigned Pro Controller featuring a C-button for in-game communication.
The system also introduces GameShare, enabling multiple Switch 2 consoles to connect and play shared games locally or online. Battery life has been extended to an estimated 8 hours, addressing one of the most common complaints from the original Switch.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">A Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle, which includes the system and a full game download for the exclusive Mario Kart World game, will launch on June 5! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NintendoDirect?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NintendoDirect</a> <a href="https://t.co/JT3lR5Gbpa">pic.twitter.com/JT3lR5Gbpa</a>
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What Else: Nintendo also announced several high-profile game releases, including The Duskbloods, a FromSoftware title slated for 2026, and Donkey Kong Bonanza, launching July 17. Additional confirmed titles include Tony Hawk&#8217;s Pro Skater 3+4, Borderlands 4, Civilization 7 and Kirby Air Riders, a sequel of the 2003 GameCube racing game.
Moreover, GameCube classics like The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker and Soul Calibur 2 will be available through the Switch Online + Expansion Pack service, though only for Switch 2 owners.
The original Switch, launched in 2017 at $299, became one of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43032811/nintendo-stock-hits-new-52-week-high-following-switch-2-announcement">best-selling consoles of all time</a>, with over 139 million units sold globally. Its unique hybrid design and innovative Joy-Cons revolutionized portable gaming, making it a staple for casual and hardcore gamers alike. The introduction of the OLED model in 2021 further expanded its appeal. 
Whether the Switch 2 can replicate the original's runaway success remains to be seen. Still, Nintendo's strong first-party lineup and continued hardware innovation put it in a competitive position for the next console generation.
Price Action: Nintendo shares gained 1.5% to $17.38 following Wednesday&#8217;s Nintendo Direct.
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&mdash; Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) <a href="https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1907438176580329625?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Nintendo Switch 2: Price, Release Date, Specs & New Games Revealed

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Nintendo Says Nintendo Switch 2 Launches June 5 At $449.99; Nintendo Switch 2 Will Be Available For Pre-Order In North America Beginning On April 9

Nintendo Switch 2 Launches June 5, 2025

Nintendo Announces Voice, Video Calling On Switch 2 Console; Shows New Camera Peripheral

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Watch Live: Nintendo Begins Presentation On Nintendo Switch 2 Console; Expecting Pricing, Release Date, Pre-Order Date

The escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and its key trading partners are creating fresh <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/25/03/44262286/tariff-uncertainty-poses-major-risk-to-us-automakers-how-much-could-ford-gm-earnings-fall" rel="noreferrer noopener">concerns for the automotive industry</a>.
Goldman Sachs analyst warns tariffs pose a significant downside earnings risk for U.S. automakers and industrial tech companies, with potential reductions in vehicle production and rising costs for imported parts.
The U.S.&nbsp;Environmental Protection Agency&nbsp;(EPA) announced on Wednesday that it is starting the process to reverse dozens of Biden administration rules,<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44295619/epa-targets-bidens-climate-policies-starts-process-to-reverse-passenger-vehicle-truck-emission-rules" rel="noreferrer noopener"> including vehicle emissions standards</a>.
The Federal Trade Commission requested a delay in its trial against&nbsp;Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), citing resource constraints due to recent cuts by the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44310724/doge-cuts-to-ftc-sow-confusion-in-case-against-amazon" rel="noreferrer noopener">Department of Government Efficiency</a>.
U.S. President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;has indicated that&nbsp;Meta Platforms&nbsp;Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) could invest up to $60 billion in the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/03/44323127/trump-suggests-meta-may-invest-up-to-60-billion-in-the-us-by-the-end-of-2025" rel="noreferrer noopener">United States by the end of the year</a>.
Earnings
SentinelOne Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/S#NYSE">S</a>) reported fourth-quarter revenue of $225.5 million, beating the&nbsp;consensus estimate of $222.25 million and adjusted earnings of four cents per share, beating<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/03/44291341/sentinelone-q4-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-shares-sink-on-soft-guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener"> estimates of one cent per share</a>.
UiPath, Inc. reported fourth-quarter&nbsp;earnings of&nbsp;nine&nbsp;cents per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of&nbsp;three&nbsp;cents and revenue of $424 million missed the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/03/44311004/uipath-stock-down-faces-caution-despite-margin-gains-analyst-doubtful-about-companys-ai-transition-capability" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate of&nbsp;$425.36 million</a>.
Blink Charging (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLNK#NASDAQ">BLNK</a>) reported fourth-quarter&nbsp;losses of&nbsp;15 cents&nbsp;per share, which beat the consensus for losses of 17 cents, and revenue of $30.18 million missed the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/03/44318350/blink-charging-shares-up-slightly-after-q4-results-heres-why" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate of&nbsp;$30.52 million</a>.
Rubrik (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBRK#NYSE">RBRK</a>) reported fourth-quarter&nbsp;losses of&nbsp;61 cents per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate for losses of 80 cents and revenue of $258.1 million beat the analyst <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/03/44317342/rubrik-stock-climbs-after-strong-q4-results-q1-guidance-above-estimates" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate of&nbsp;$233.1 million</a>.
Technology
Tech billionaire and venture capitalist&nbsp;Peter Thiel is considering writing a book about ancient prophecies, the Antichrist, and Armageddon—and he believes we're ignoring what may be the most dangerous threat of all: the rise of global<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44238979/palantir-cofounder-peter-thiel-might-write-a-book-about-ancient-prophecies-the-antichrist-and-armageddon-he-thinks-were-ignoring-the-real-threat" rel="noreferrer noopener"> authoritarianism disguised as peace</a>.
NVIDIA Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) teamed up with&nbsp;Microsoft Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) to introduce neural shading support in the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44305160/revolutionizing-gaming-nvidia-and-microsofts-neural-shading-brings-ai-to-graphics" rel="noreferrer noopener">Microsoft DirectX preview for April</a>.
Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is eyeing the production of an affordable version of its popular&nbsp;Model Y in Shanghai. The company plans to commercialize in 2026 at its Shanghai <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44330619/tesla-bets-on-low-cost-evs-in-china-after-february-sales-hit-two-year-low" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gigafactory for its China market.</a>
SpaceX's&nbsp;Crew-10 astronaut launch for&nbsp;NASA&nbsp;was postponed due to a hydraulics glitch. The&nbsp;Elon Musk-led rocket manufacturing company has <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44296357/spacex-crew-10-astronaut-launch-to-bring-back-stuck-astronauts-delayed-due-to-hydraulics-issue-says-nasa" rel="noreferrer noopener">rescheduled the mission for Friday, March 14</a>.
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) Google&nbsp;is doubling down with a possible $115 million acquisition of eye-tracking <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44267530/while-apple-reportedly-mulls-over-ar-glasses-google-bets-big-on-eye-tracking-tech-with-115-million-adhawk-acquisition-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">startup&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44267530/while-apple-reportedly-mulls-over-ar-glasses-google-bets-big-on-eye-tracking-tech-with-115-million-adhawk-acquisition-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">AdHawk Microsystems</a>.
Meta&nbsp;won an emergency legal ruling to block the promotion of a memoir written by a&nbsp;former high-ranking employee&nbsp;who claims the company ignored sexual harassment complaints and quietly <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44294128/meta-silences-whistleblower-who-worked-with-mark-zuckerberg-and-sheryl-sandberg-book-alleges-harassment-and-shady-china-strategy" rel="noreferrer noopener">built censorship tools for China</a>.
Gaming
Nintendo Co., Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) went all out for&nbsp;MAR10 Day&nbsp;this year, unveiling a packed celebration full of game discounts,<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44212558/nintendos-mar10-day-bash-includes-a-349-switch-bundle-trip-to-super-nintendo-world-and-alarm-clocks-that-talk-back-heres-what-you-need-to-know" rel="noreferrer noopener"> travel sweepstakes, and more</a>.
Smartphones
Apple Inc.&#8217;s&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) services chief&nbsp;Eddy Cue&nbsp;shared insights into&nbsp;Apple TV+&#8217;s&nbsp;selective content strategy while praising the global success of "Severance,&#8221; calling it one of the most culturally<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/03/44212936/eddy-cue-praises-severance-for-breaking-through-the-noise-globally-says-apple-tv-isnt-going-to-throw-20-shows-on-the-wall-hoping-one-will-stick" rel="noreferrer noopener"> impactful shows of recent years</a>.
Apple is preparing for what&nbsp;Mark Gurman&nbsp;described as "one of the most dramatic software overhauls" in the iPhone maker's history, with iOS 19 set to transform the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44240980/iphones-after-ios-19-will-feature-a-very-different-look-heres-whats-apple-might-change" rel="noreferrer noopener">smartphone's interface later in 2025</a>.
On March 11,&nbsp;Nothing&nbsp;will begin shipping its new&nbsp;Phone&nbsp;(3a) series, offering premium features under $500—but with a few trade-offs that <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44214865/nothing-launches-phone-3a-and-3a-pro-with-flagship-specs-under-500shipping-starts-march-11-but-no-wireless-charging-or-ip68-rating" rel="noreferrer noopener">budget buyers should consider</a>.
Samsung Electronics Co.&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>) has reassured fans that the beloved&nbsp;S Pen&nbsp;isn&#8217;t going away, even though its absence from major product <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44268878/samsung-says-s-pen-isnt-going-anywhere-but-if-thats-true-why-did-it-disappear-from-the-galaxy-s25-ultra-launch" rel="noreferrer noopener">announcements stirred some doubts</a>.
Artificial Intelligence
As China&#8217;s AI race accelerates, the viral autonomous agent&nbsp;Manus AI&nbsp;has partnered with&nbsp;Alibaba Group Holding Ltd&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) Qwen&nbsp;team to develop a localized <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44267707/chinas-viral-ai-agent-manus-which-is-being-compared-with-deepseek-taps-alibabas-qwen-for-local-expansion-heres-what-you-need-to-know" rel="noreferrer noopener">version tailored for Chinese users</a>.
China&#8217;s&nbsp;Manus AI&nbsp;is being hyped as the next big leap in agentic AI—maybe even a &#8220;DeepSeek moment&#8221;—but early testers say the platform <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44214424/move-over-deepseek-not-so-fast-chinas-manus-ai-goes-viral-but-early-users-say-it-crashes-loops-and-fumbles-the-basics" rel="noreferrer noopener">might be more sizzle than substance</a>.
OpenAI&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Sam Altman&nbsp;spoke candidly at a private Morgan Stanley event, revealing what he believes investors are still <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44297444/sam-altman-warns-ai-will-be-deflationary-but-says-openais-biggest-constraint-isnt-data-or-demand-its-gpus" rel="noreferrer noopener">underestimating about artificial intelligence</a>.

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Nintendo Co. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/23/03/31302637/its-a-me-why-is-march-10-celebrated-as-mario-day">going all out for</a> MAR10 Day this year, unveiling a packed celebration full of game discounts, travel sweepstakes, and more.
Bring Home The Bundle
To mark the annual "Mario Day" celebration, which falls on March 10, Nintendo is offering a $349.99 Nintendo Switch – OLED Model + Super Mario Bros. Wonder Bundle, which includes the console, a digital copy of Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online membership. Nintendo says this bundle offers a combined savings of $67.98.
Big Discounts On Mario Favorites
Starting March 9, fans can grab top titles like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Mario Odyssey, and Super Mario RPG for $39.99 at major retailers like Best Buy Co Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>), GameStop Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GRM#NYSE">GRM</a>), Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), and Target Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>). Mario vs. Donkey Kong will also be available at a price tag of just $29.99.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/11/41755109/nintendo-reduces-switch-sales-target-eyes-2025-for-next-gen-console-unveil">Nintendo Reduces Switch Sales Target, Eyes 2025 For Next-Gen Console Unveil</a>
Win A Trip To Super Nintendo World
Nintendo is also launching a sweepstakes through My Nintendo, giving one lucky fan and three guests the chance to visit the new Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida. The prize includes access to SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, where guests can explore attractions themed around Mario Kart, Donkey Kong Country, and more.
Take To The Skies With Mario
In a partnership with JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>), Nintendo has introduced a Mario-themed aircraft dubbed the "Cloudtop Cruiser." The Airbus A320 Restyled jet features characters like Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Bowser, and even the in-flight screens are decked out with Mushroom Kingdom flair.
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Wake Up The Nintendo Way
Available from March 9, the Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo tracks sleep and plays themed soundscapes from Nintendo games. It also reacts to movement and will be sold at retailers like GameStop and Walmart.
Why It's Important: Celebrated annually since 2016, MAR10 Day (named for how "Mar. 10" looks like "Mario") honors one of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/03/37576590/why-is-march-10-celebrated-as-mario-day-the-history-of-the-iconic-video-game-character">gaming's most iconic characters</a>.
Nintendo uses the occasion to boost fan engagement, sales, and brand presence with creative promotions and nostalgic appeal.
Last month, Nintendo posted a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43473500/nintendo-q3-earnings-revenue-drops-cuts-outlook-and-dividend-switch-sales-slow-ahead-of-next-gen-console">third-quarter revenue</a> of $1.10 billion (432.92 billion Japanese yen), a decline from $1.70 billion (598.56 billion Japanese yen) recorded in the same period last year.
In January, Nintendo also announced <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/25/01/43051841/nintendo-shares-drop-5-on-tokyo-exchange-after-switch-2-announcement">plans to unveil</a> its new console, Switch 2, starting in April.
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Africa's <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/general/gaming">gaming industry is</a> exploding, and Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) might want to take notes. 
A new report from Carry1st and Newzoo shows the continent's gaming revenue hit $1.8 billion in 2024, surging 12.4% year-over-year, <a href="https://techpoint.africa/2025/02/05/egypt-dominated-africas-gaming-industry/">according </a>to Techpoint Africa.
But here's the kicker—90% of that revenue came from mobile games. Africa's gaming revolution is happening on mobile screens!
That's right, consoles and PCs are taking a backseat, and Microsoft's Xbox might need a fresh strategy to tap into Africa's mobile-dominated scene.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mobile Gaming Reigns Supreme</h2>
Of Africa's 349 million gamers, 304 million played on mobile in 2024, growing by 32 million from the previous year.
With internet access expanding and smartphones becoming more affordable, mobile gaming has cemented itself as the go-to platform across the continent. Top-grossing mobile games like Microsoft&#8217;s Candy Crush and Krafton Inc&#8217;s PUBG Mobile pulled in $50 million and $40 million, respectively, proving that in-app purchases are big business in Africa.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43453177/googles-fight-against-epic-gamess-antitrust-win-hits-roadblocks-judges-say-apple-case-doesnt-apply">Google&#8217;s Fight Against Epic Games&#8217; Antitrust Win Hits Roadblock —Judges Tell Search Giant Apple Case Doesn&#8217;t Apply</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Esports, Content Creation On The Rise</h2>
Esports is another arena gaining traction. The Carry1st Africa Cup for Call of Duty: Mobile saw massive participation, further elevating competitive gaming. 
African pro gamers aren't just playing—they're making serious money, with some earning over $10,000 in a single tournament. 
Gaming content creation is also booming, with African streamers building strong fan bases and raking in sponsorship deals.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Microsoft's Mobile Conundrum</h2>
With Sony Group Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>) and Nintendo Co (OTCPK:NTDOF) (OTCPK:NTDOY) doubling down on their console strategies, Microsoft has already been shifting its focus toward mobile—its $68.7 billion Activision Blizzard acquisition was mainly about getting its hands on King (the maker of Candy Crush).
But in Africa, where PlayStation is king, Xbox needs to think mobile-first if it wants a bigger slice of the pie. 
Could an expansion of Game Pass cloud gaming or partnerships with African studios be the answer?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Bottom Line</h2>
Africa's gaming market is evolving fast, and Microsoft has a golden opportunity—if it plays its cards right. With mobile gaming leading the charge and esports gaining momentum, Xbox may need to step outside its console comfort zone and embrace the mobile revolution. If it does, the African gaming boom could be its next frontier.
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Nintendo Co (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTDOY#OTC">NTDOY</a>) reported <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/nintendo-switch" rel="noreferrer noopener">third-quarter revenue</a> of $1.10 billion (432.92 billion Japanese yen), down from $1.70 billion (598.56 billion Japanese yen) a year ago.
EPS of 110.40 Japanese yen compared to 117.45 Japanese yen <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/events/index.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">a year ago</a>.
Nintendo sold 4.82 million Nintendo Switch hardware in the third quarter, bringing the total for the current fiscal year to 9.54 million units (down by 30.6% Y/Y).
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The company expects to sell 11.00 million units of Nintendo Switch hardware in fiscal 2025, down from 12.50 million units it previously expected. It expects to sell 150 million units of Nintendo Switch software in fiscal 2025, down from 160 million units it previously expected.
The company expects fiscal 2025 net sales of 1.19 trillion Japanese yen (prior 1.28 trillion Japanese yen) and EPS of 231.91 Japanese yen (prior 257.68 Japanese yen).
Nintendo reduced the annual dividend forecast to 116 Japanese yen per share from 129 Japanese yen per share.
In January, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/25/01/43051841/nintendo-shares-drop-5-on-tokyo-exchange-after-switch-2-announcement" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nintendo shared plans</a> to showcase the new console at Nintendo Switch, which will start in April. However, the company also flagged that Nintendo Switch games may not be supported or fully compatible with the Switch 2. Nintendo Switch has sold over 125 million units since its 2017 debut.
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