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Attention in Brazil is on the upcoming presidential debate hosted by Globo, with news outlets reporting which candidates have confirmed attendance and which are opting out. Nexo Jornal analyses the political calculation behind candidates choosing to skip televised debates, while Valor Econômico lists the confirmed participants. Discussion centres on strategy: whether appearing risks more than it gains, and how absences could shape voters' perceptions before the election.
- 2Used CPU Comes With Valorant Ban Still Attached●Used CPU Carries Cheater Ban Blocking Valorant Launch
A gamer who bought a second-hand CPU found the hardware was flagged with a cheating ban from Vanguard, Riot Games' anti-cheat system, preventing Valorant from launching on their machine. Because the ban is tied to the hardware's serial number rather than the account, the new owner inherited the punishment meant for the previous user. Players are debating the fairness of hardware-level bans for those buying used components without any way to check a ban status beforehand.
- 3AI hardware startup Flow Engineering raises $50 million▼AI hardware startup Flow Engineering raises $50 million from Valor, Atreides, and Sequoia
AI hardware startup Flow Engineering has raised $50 million in funding from investors Valor, Atreides, and Sequoia. The round marks a significant vote of confidence in the young company as capital continues to pour into AI infrastructure and chip-related ventures. Details about the startup's products and plans for the proceeds were not immediately available.
- 4Used CPU buyer discovers chip is hardware-banned in Valorant●Redditor buys used CPU, turns out it was banned on Valorant and they are SoL
A Reddit user who bought a second-hand processor found that the chip carried a hardware ban from Valorant, Riot Games' competitive shooter, and has no way to appeal since the ban is tied to the hardware, not the account. The case is fueling discussion about whether hardware bans on used PC parts are fair to unknowing buyers and what recourse they have.
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Brazilian broadcaster Globo has cancelled a planned presidential debate following court rulings, according to Valor International. The decision affects the televised face-off ahead of the presidential election, though details on which candidates or rulings were involved were not immediately specified.
- 6Flow Engineering raises funding at $750M valuation▼Valor, Atreides, and Sequoia back AI startup Flow Engineering at $750M valuation
AI startup Flow Engineering has raised new funding from investors Valor, Atreides, and Sequoia at a $750 million valuation, according to TechCrunch. The round places the young company among the most highly valued early-stage AI startups, underscoring continued investor appetite for artificial intelligence ventures despite broader market caution.
- 7Metal desks nearly derailed a Valorant tournament●Metal desks nearly destroyed a Valorant tournament And players have been urged to switch to wired mice. https://www. pcg
A Valorant esports event was nearly disrupted by interference caused by metal desks, which affected players' wireless mice. Players at the tournament were advised to switch to wired mice to avoid further issues. The unusual hardware problem has drawn attention from the gaming community, highlighting how venue equipment can impact competitive play at the highest level.
- 8Veteran Business Project holds third Valor to Venture Gala in Naperville●Veteran Business Project Hosts Third Annual Valor to Venture Gala in Naperville Oct. 29
The Veteran Business Project is hosting its third annual Valor to Venture Gala in Naperville on October 29. The event supports the organisation's work helping veterans start and grow their own businesses, bringing together local supporters, entrepreneurs and community members for an evening of fundraising and recognition of veteran entrepreneurship.
- 9Brazilian stock market stands out amid global uncertainty▼Brazilian stock market stands out amid uncertainty
The Brazilian stock market is being highlighted as a standout performer at a time of widespread uncertainty across global financial markets. As reported by Valor International, Brazilian equities are drawing attention for holding up better than peers while investors elsewhere weigh economic and political risks. The report suggests Brazil is currently seen as a relatively attractive option among emerging markets.
- 10EU consumer watchdogs target in-game currencies in nine games●EU-Verbraucherschützer gehen gegen Ingame-Währungen in neun Spielen vor Europas Verbraucherschutzbehörden prüfen Ingame-
European consumer protection authorities have launched action against in-game currencies in nine video games, including Minecraft and Valorant. Companies such as Crytek and InnoGames are among those affected. Regulators are examining whether the virtual currencies mislead consumers, particularly younger players, about real costs and exploit them through opaque pricing and pressure to spend.
- 11Used AMD chip triggers Valorant ban●Used processor leads to game ban Someone buys a used Ryzen 7 5800X3D. “Valorant” and other Riot games won’t start with i
A player who bought a second-hand Ryzen 7 5800X3D processor found that Valorant and other Riot Games titles refuse to run on it, because Riot's anti-cheat system apparently blacklisted the hardware after the chip's previous owner was caught cheating. The buyer is now locked out of the games through no fault of their own, raising questions about hardware-level bans and what risks buyers of used components take.
- 12Valor Mortis releases extended gameplay trailer and voice cast●https://www. gamestic.nl/2026/09/30/valor-m ortis-releases-extended-gameplay-overview-trailer-and-unveils-voice-cast/ Va
Valor Mortis has debuted an extended gameplay overview trailer detailing its dual-wielding weapon mechanics and magic progression, alongside the unveiling of its official voice cast. Fans of the upcoming action title are watching the new footage closely for a better sense of combat flow and character performances ahead of launch.
- 13Used Ryzen processor triggers Valorant ban for new owner●Gebrauchter Prozessor führt zu Spielsperre Jemand kauft sich einen gebrauchten Ryzen 7 5800X3D. „Valorant“ und andere Ri
A buyer of a second-hand AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D processor found that Valorant and other Riot Games titles would not run on his PC. The reason: the previous owner had been banned for cheating, and Riot's anti-cheat hardware bans are tied to the system, leaving the innocent new owner locked out of the games.