Prime Video unveiled its 2026 Asian content lineup on Thursday, featuring a new "Ghost in the Shell" anime and a Gianna Jun-led supernatural romance, according to Variety. The announcement, made at the streamer's inaugural International Originals showcase in London, also highlighted upcoming Korean dramas. Gaurav Gandhi, VP of APAC and ANZ for Prime Video, presented the select titles from the broader Asia-Pacific slate during the event.
In other news, Nvidia announced significant advancements in AI inference costs. A new analysis released Thursday detailed how four leading inference providers are reporting 4x to 10x reductions in cost per token, according to VentureBeat. These dramatic cost reductions were achieved using Nvidia's Blackwell platform with open-source models. Production deployment data from Baseten, DeepInfra, Fireworks AI, and Together AI showed significant cost improvements across various sectors, including healthcare, gaming, agentic chat, and customer service. The cost reductions required combining Blackwell hardware with optimized software.
Meanwhile, researchers have developed a new wearable vibration sensor. Writing in Nature Sensors, Cho et al. reported a device made from an array of densely packed electrical components called capacitors, which generate electrical signals in response to vibration, according to Nature News. The sensor aims to capture physiological signals from breathing, speaking, and other bodily movements.
In the realm of consumer technology, buying a new TV can be tricky. According to Wired, consumers should consider factors like HDR, QLED, and local dimming when shopping for a new TV. The publication also offered guides for choosing the best bookshelf speakers and soundbars.
Finally, TurboTax continues to be a popular option for tax filing. Wired reported that the service offers an easy-to-use interface, expert help, and various options for document auto-upload. The service stores previous years' information, making it easier for returning users to file their taxes.
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