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The remake of ‘Prince of Persia’ aimed to be the turning point for Ubisoft. It has been canceled along with other titles

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There are games that are not only played, they are remembered. ‘Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time‘ belongs to that category and for years was one of Ubisoft’s calling cards in its most inspired stage. Its remake, announced after a streak of ups and downsaimed to serve as a bridge between that legacy and a new stage for the company. What its cancellation reveals is just the opposite. Ubisoft is going through a period of harsh changeswith delays, cuts and decisions that reflect the extent to which the group is reviewing priorities to adapt to a tighter economic and creative scenario. The announcement came todayJanuary 21, coinciding with the presentation of financial results, and marks a turning point in the group’s strategy. Ubisoft announced a “reset” on a global scale that includes a new creative structure, a deep review of its game portfolio and an adjustment to the size of the organization. The company places these decisions in a more demanding market context, with higher costs and a “more selective” AAA. according to your own diagnosis. The stated objective is to gain agility, accelerate decision-making and guide the business towards what it defines as a more player-centered model. Cascading cancellations and delays. The restructuring has immediate consequences on the catalog. Ubisoft confirmed the cancellation of six games in development, including Prince of ‘Persia: The Sands of Time Remake‘, along with three new unannounced IPs and a mobile project. In addition, the company has decided to delay another seven titles to, as it explains, ensure that its new quality thresholds are met. One of those games, initially scheduled for fiscal year 2026, now moves to 2027, a move that directly impacts its short- and medium-term planning. A new internal map by brands and genres. One of the most profound changes affects how Ubisoft is organized internally. The company is reorganizing its production model to group its teams into five “Creative Houses”, each focused on specific franchises and genres, and supported by a “Creative Network” of studios to support production. The first brings together brands such as ‘Assassin’s Creed’, ‘Far Cry’ and ‘Rainbow Six’, while others group together sagas such as ‘The Division’, ‘Ghost Recon’ or ‘Splinter Cell’. ‘Prince of Persia’ is integrated into the fourth of these units, along with Rayman, Anno or Beyond Good & Evil, with its own leadership and greater creative autonomy. Beyond the canceled or delayed games, the restructuring implies profound changes in the company itself. Ubisoft has reiterated its intention to close studios, reorganize teams and reduce costs continuously over the coming years. In its plan, the company sets a reduction in its cost base of at least one hundred million euros by the end of its 2025-2026 financial year, and adds another two hundred million additional euros to be cut over the following two years. The group admits that the process will be difficult, but presents it as a necessary step to regain stability in a market that is increasingly less tolerant of errors. A new creative focus for the coming years. Looking ahead to this stage, Ubisoft states that it will concentrate its efforts on large open worlds and games as a service. At the same time, he has indicated that he will accelerate investments in “player-oriented generative AI”, a formulation with which he points to uses aimed directly at the player, without yet specifying how it will translate into specific titles. The company also recognizes that the revision of its roadmap will have effects on the release schedule and its financial forecasts. It is, in practice, the price assumed for the model change. Images | Ubisoft In Xataka | Sony has come up with something taboo in the world of video games: that AI starts playing for you when you crash

The prince of Brunei asked to be made a Ferrari so secret that not even Ferrari knew it existed: the F90

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At the end of the eighties, a very special order knocked on the doors of the Pininfarina study. Prince Jefri Bolkiah, brother of the Sultan of Brunei, wanted to be designed a new exclusive Ferrari. The only condition was that this project be kept completely secret. In fact, it was kept so secret and for so many years, that not even Ferrari knew it existed until a series of photographs revealed them to the public and the brand itself decades later. This is the story of the only six Ferrari F90s that exist in the world. a car so mysterious They haven’t even seen it in Ferrari. The prince’s secret order The incredible story of this peculiar model came to light according to an interview that Speedholics made Enrico Fumia, director of design and development at Pininfarina in the late 1980s. In those years, Prince Jefri Bolkiah was one of Ferrari’s best clients, where I bought cars by the dozen to feed your large collection of cars made up of more than 7,000 cars. In 1988, an intermediary of Prince Jefri contacted the Pininfarina design studio, the Italian company responsible for designing some of the most famous Ferraris, with models such as the Ferrari FF, California, F12 Berlinetta or 458 Italia, among many other. The request was clear: I wanted six exclusive units of a Ferrari that only he would have. In exchange, the studio would receive an indecent amount of money, just at a time when the studio was not having a good financial streak. Without going into specific figures, the studio’s design manager only indicated in his interview that, with that commission, Jefri Bolkiah became the studio’s main source of income, above brands such as Ferrari, Maserati or Alfa Romeo. There it is nothing. The only condition that the prince set was that everything had to be done in the most absolute secrecy. So much so that not even Ferrari found out until 16 years later. Tap on the photo to go to the original message The project was baptized “F90”, so named because it was “the Ferrari of the nineties“. The design was built on the chassis of the Ferrari Testarossa – which was the star of the moment –, but with a completely new and original design in terms of body, cabin and roof, retaining only the engine, wheels and mirrors of the base model. Innovation and complexity in design In his interview, Enrico Fumia assured that “without a doubt, the F90 has been the most difficult and spectacular project we have ever done.” Among its most notable innovations was a unique sliding roof that slid over the rear window, becoming fully integrated to turn it into a convertible supercar. This solution was something completely unprecedented for the time and a major technical challenge, Fumia explained. But the fees paid by the coffers of the Sultan of Brunei more than covered the development cost. Making a Ferrari without Ferrari knowing was not easy. Fumia claimed that they tested the car at night, without any emblem of Prancing Horse and with the body completely camouflaged. As they did not have test drivers, the designer acknowledged that “sometimes I participated in the tests and, since the car was right-hand drive, when I was driving, another person had to sit in the passenger seat to pay the tolls at the highway exits.” In its design, Fumia was inspired by classic Ferrari models like the 1964 500 Superfast, with its peculiar oval front grille, the Ferrari 365 or the Ferrari 330 with its smooth and aerodynamic lines. Under the hood they mounted a 4.9-liter, 390 HP twin-cylinder V12 engine. After many difficulties, the six units of the F90 were delivered directly to Brunei and in the most absolute secrecy, where they have remained hidden in the royal collection of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah. They remained this way until 2002. Ferrari, what Ferrari? It was in that year when some mysterious photos began to circulate on the Internet in which the unprecedented silhouettes of an unknown Ferrari. Finally, in 2005, Fumi met with Ferrari and Pininfarina to reveal the project. The design manager was surprised by Maranello’s reaction. “It was better than we ever imagined,” Fumia said. “Ferrari officially recognized the F90 as an authentic Ferrari, without ever having seen or touched it,” confessed the former Pininfarina manager. As of today, and only by reference to the leaked photos, it is known that the Ferrari F90s were painted in black, blue, gray, red, white and green. But none of these cars have left the royal collection nor has it been used publicly, thus maintaining the aura of mystery and exclusivity that surrounds them to this day. In Xataka | In Dubai they don’t know what to do with so many abandoned luxury supercars: the less shiny side of getting rich Image | Nano Banana

A Saudi prince wanted to spend his vacation sailing through Greece. There were so many who had to rent luxury cruise

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Nor the more opulent superyates They seem to be enough when it comes to the holidays of the Saudi royal family. Muqrin Bin Abdulazizancient heir prince of Saudi Arabia and brother of the current monarch Salman Bin Abdulaziz, has given what to talk after arriving with an entourage formed by more than 100 people to Greece to enjoy their summer vacations. Although the Saudi prince has his own superyte valued at more than 150 million dollars, the SOLANDGEthe boat does not have enough space to accommodate all the entourage that accompanied him, but that was not going to ruin his vacation. It was time to rent something bigger. Something like a floating luxury hotel with a crew of 250 people at your service. Spectacular deployment to receive the prince According to detailed Luxury launchesthe heir express of Saudi Arabia arrived in Greece earlier this week at the edge of the Boeing 747 that it uses as a private jet. But the prince did not travel alone. A delegation of almost 100 people was traveling next to him. According to the Greek media They captured The arrival of the Saudi Prince, at the time his plane landed, a convoy of luxury vehicles was waiting for him at the foot of the track ready to transfer his “intimate circle” to the coast of the Aegean. There the imposing luxury supereyate of more than 190 meters in length and 24 meters of manga owned by the hotel chain Ritz Carlton: he Evrima. This impressive luxury supery is part of the “floating hotels” fleet that the Hotel chain is expanding. The Evrima was the first luxury supereyate built by the Ritz-Carlton hotel chain that, as a curiosity, came out in 2022 of The viguese shipyards. Considered a five -star floating hotel, this boat was designed thinking about combining the privacy of a private yacht with the refinement and luxury of one of the hotels that the chain has distributed all over the world. The Evrima is much more than a yacht: with a weight of 25,000 tons and 190 meters in length, this sophisticated ship has 149 suites, all with private terraces and minimalist design finishes. Although the Evrima has capacity for 298 guests, Muqrin Bin Abdulaziz has reserved it in its entirety, so during his journey through the Greek waters “only” he will be accompanied by his large entourage. To serve the prince and his more than one hundred companions, the yach luxury nautical industry. According to Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection data, this proportion allows every detail to be carefully planned to guarantee a five-star experience in the high seas. A retirement in Greek waters The route chosen by Prince Muqrin has been the peaceful coast of the island of Corfú, in Greece, where the Evrima is currently navigating as the epicenter of his private vacations. The superyate has five gourmet restaurants, six exclusive rooms, a fully equipped gym, spa with full service and an infinite pool located in the stern. In addition, it has aquatic sports platform, private terraces to sunbathe and balineas beds distributed throughout the roof. Unlike other more active royalty members in social networks or in public appearances, Muqrin Bin Abdulaziz prefers to maintain a low profile, although the necessary deployments to mobilize their entourage make it unadverted to be complicated. For several days, the yacht will navigate under the Mediterranean sun without a single other host on board, with all the services focused solely on the prince and its guests. For someone who would like Emulate the holidays by Muqrin Bin Abdulaziz (accompanied by other cruise members, of course), a cruise on board the Evrime It would cost Between 6,900 and 11,300 euros per person, making different itineraries for different Greek islands. Thanks to this spectacular maritime operation, 2025 leaves us the image of a real Saudi court sailing through Greece, attended by more than 246 crew. Another example of the power and undeniably luxurious power of the Saudi Royal Family. In Xataka | A single millionaire spent on his luxury vacation in Mallorca the equivalent of 10,000 tourists: the Emir de Catar Image | Ritz Carlton

Prince Harry’s hair transformation into a new official photo

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Harry of England has become news this week for an issue that has nothing to do with His life with Meghan Markle Neither with their children nor with their work away from the British royal family. In this case, the Duke of Sussex is monopolizing holders because of A photo that was already viral two years agospecifically in August 2023. © www.betterup.com This is this image published on the website of Betterupa platform that combines coachingscience and experiences promoted by artificial intelligence. Harry poses as part of “Leadership team“With a role they define as impact director. © Gtres The photo has already caused a huge stir and now the same thing has happened again, monopolizing endless comments on social networks and in different media. “As a co -founder of Archewell, it focuses on promoting a systemic change in all communities through non -profit work and creative activations. Archewell’s mission is linked by the deep belief that compassion is the cultural force that defines the 21st century “, can be read on your profile on the website of Betterupensuring that Prince Harry “He has dedicated his life to promoting causes that he is passionate about” © Getty Images © Getty Images Harry’s inn It contrasts slightly with your most recent photosin which it can be seen that, as the years go by, he has less density in his hair. In fact, at the time the possibility of having a hair transplant was discussed. Meghan Markle’s husband has lost volume and has much clearer and finer hair, especially in the upper area of ​​the head. © Gtres © www.betterup.com In statements a Hello! When this photo of Harry became viral, Jay Dharamshi, a hair specialist and founder of Sky Clinic, said the youngest son of Princess Diana wore “more abundant and thick” hair. “In my opinion, he has probably undergoing non -surgical treatment, which made his hair seem more abundant and with greater volume,” the expert confessed. © Gtres According to him, “capillary restoration treatment with PRP (plasma rich platelets) could have been made or a mosotherapy of capillary restoration that implies microinjession. They are very effective treatments to curb hair loss and increase volume.” (Tagstotranslate) Harry of England

Timeline of Prince Harry’s lawsuit against tabloids for phone hacking and intrusion

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LONDON — Prince Harry’s lawsuit against The Sun concluded dramatically on Wednesday with an apology from the newspaper’s publisher for “serious intrusion” and illegal activities over a 15-year period. The settlement, which includes a “substantial” damages award for Harry, is the latest dramatic twist in two decades of legal drama over the ruthless practices of the British press in the days when newspapers sold millions of copies and shaped the popular conversation. The scandal destroyed a newspaper owned by Rupert Murdoch and cost the tycoon hundreds of millions of dollars to settle lawsuits from former tabloids. It also fueled Harry’s quest to tame the British press, which he blames for dividing his family, tarnishing his life and harassing both his late mother, Princess Diana, and his wife, Meghan Markle. Below is a chronology of the legal dispute: November 2005: Murdoch’s Sunday tabloid News of the World reports that Prince William has a knee injury. A complaint from Buckingham Palace sparks a police investigation which reveals that information for the story came from a voicemail that was tapped. January 2007: Glenn Mulcaire, a private investigator who worked for the News of the World, is sentenced to six months in prison and the newspaper’s editor, Clive Goodman, to four months for tapping royal advisers’ phones to listen to messages left by William and others. Goodman later admits to hacking William’s phone 35 times and that of his then-girlfriend Kate Middleton—now Princess of Wales—more than 150 times. Murdoch’s company initially maintains that the illicit behavior was the work of two rogue employees who acted without the editors’ knowledge. January 2011: British police are reopening an investigation into phone hacking by tabloids after the News of the World says it has found “significant new information”. April 2011: News of the World admits responsibility for phone hacking. The following month, he agrees to pay actress Sienna Miller £100,000 to settle an espionage claim. Murdoch’s News Corp. has since paid to settle claims by dozens of celebrities, politicians, athletes and others against News of the World and its sister tabloid, The Sun, although it has never accepted responsibility for the hack by The Sun. July 2011: The Guardian newspaper reports that News of the World journalists tapped the phone of Milly Dowler, a murdered 13-year-old schoolgirl, while police were searching for her in 2002. The revelation causes public outrage and prompts Murdoch to close the News of the World. , 168 years old. November 2012: A media ethics inquiry led by a judge and ordered by then-Prime Minister David Cameron concludes that the “scandalous” behavior of some in the press had “wreaked havoc on the lives of innocent people whose rights and freedoms have been disregarded.” . Judge Brian Leveson recommends the creation of a strong press watchdog, backed by government regulation. Their findings have been partially implemented. October 2013: Former News of the World editors Andy Coulson and Rebekah Brooks are on trial alongside several other defendants at London’s Central Criminal Court on charges of phone hacking and illegal payments to officials. After an eight-month trial, Coulson is convicted and sentenced to 18 months in prison. Brooks is acquitted. She is now chief executive of Murdoch’s British newspaper business. December 2015: England’s attorney general says there will be no further criminal cases against Murdoch’s UK company or its employees, or against 10 people under investigation by rival Mirror Group Newspapers, including former Daily Mirror editor Piers Morgan. Both companies continue to pay to settle espionage lawsuits. 2019 onwards: Prince Harry launches lawsuits against three newspaper groups: Murdoch’s News Group, Mirror Group and Associated Newspapers. He alleges that stories about his student years, teenage antics, and relationships with girlfriends were obtained through wiretapping, wiretapping, deception, and other forms of illegal intrusion. February 2021: Harry’s wife, Meghan, wins an invasion of privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher Associated Newspapers over the publication of a 2018 letter she wrote to her father. June 2023: Harry testifies in his case against the Mirror Group, becoming the first British royal in over a century to appear in the witness box. December 2023: Enrique wins his case against the Mirror Group when a judge rules that the Mirror newspapers had hired private investigators to snoop on personal information and engaged in illegal phone hacking for more than a decade. He is awarded legal costs and £140,000 in damages. February 2024: Mirror Group agrees to pay Enrique’s legal costs and undisclosed damages to resolve outstanding claims. Enrique says he feels vindicated and promises: “Our mission continues.” January 21, 2025: The trial is about to begin in the lawsuits by Enrique and former Labor Party lawmaker Tom Watson against The Sun. They are the only two remaining among dozens of plaintiffs after others accepted legal settlements rather than face potentially ruinous legal bills. The trial is delayed as attorneys for both sides say they have been conducting intense negotiations over a settlement. January 22, 2025: Both parties announce agreement, News Group Newspapers offers “a full and unequivocal apology to the Duke of Sussex for The Sun’s serious intrusion between 1996 and 2011 into his private life, including incidents of illegal activities carried out by private investigators working for The Sun.” Enrique’s lawyer, David Sherborne, calls it a “monumental victory” and declares: “The time for reckoning has come.” Enrique’s case against Associated Newspapers, which publishes the Daily Mail, is ongoing.

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