Key Takeaways:

• Opera GX rolls out its most immersive update since its 2019 debut
• A refreshed design language and expanded modding universe takes Opera GX to a new level
• Unlocks deeper personalization options to tailor every detail to your style

Opera [NASDAQ: OPRA] has unveiled a major facelift for Opera GX – a browser for gamers, featuring a bold new design language, an expanded modding universe, and numerous quality-of-life enhancements. With this update, Opera GX gives users complete freedom to personalize every detail, letting you shape your browser to perfectly match your style.

“Five years ago, when we launched Opera GX, people thought we were out of our minds, even though it quickly found a devoted audience,” said Maciej Kocemba, Product Director of Opera GX. “Today, Opera GX stands out as anything but a basic browser, with over 30 million users and a highly engaged community shaping its evolution. This update gives users even more ways to make the browser their own—down to the very last pixel. It’s all about empowering users with unmatched control and customization”.

New look for Opera GX

Opera GX brings a fresher, more immersive feel, adding new depth to every interaction. The highlight of this update is “Underwave,” a design approach that gives the browser a sleek, game-inspired look, making users feel right at home. With added dimension and a dynamic new feel, navigating Opera GX is now more intuitive than ever. Built on elements gamers know and love, the updated design enhances usability without missing a beat—keeping things simple, familiar, and effortless.

To fully immerse yourself in the Underwave experience, try one of the two new hero mods: Underwave Mod or Tech Mod. Each mod amplifies the refreshed design with its own unique colors, music, and sound effects.

Change every single detail to match your setup, your mood or what you’re playing

Opera GX now lets you control every detail of your browser, with more customization options than ever before. From blending seamlessly with your wallpaper to adjusting the layout and transparency of interface elements, this update gives you the freedom to shape GX to perfectly match your style and setup. Dive into the full list of features below to discover how every aspect—from interface adjustments to immersive visual effects—can be tailored to create a browsing experience that’s uniquely yours.

All of these settings integrate seamlessly with Mods from the GX store, allowing you to add even more layers to your personal style. For those into modding, the latest UI features let you design your own Mods, making Opera GX more immersive and customizable than ever.

Expanded modding universe

Mods have always defined Opera GX, and with over 8,000 community-created mods and 250 million+ downloads, the modding community just keeps growing. For those new to Opera GX, mods let you completely transform the way the browser looks, sounds and behaves—from unique live wallpapers and themes to custom keyboard sounds and shaders with real-time GPU effects.

This latest update expands the modding universe even further, offering new customization options to make Opera GX truly your own. You can now personalize everything from splash screens to fonts, sidebar and desktop icons, and screenshot stickers. And with the ability to save mods as presets, switching between setups is faster than ever. Check the table below for the full list of new modding features and start exploring new ways to layer your style into every aspect of GX.

Enhanced Dark Mode and Blue Light Reduction

For long sessions or late-night browsing, Opera GX’s MidnightFX shader is a must-have, reducing blue light exposure and adjusting page contrast for a gentler, eye-friendly experience. Paired with Forced Dark Mode, which applies dark mode to all web pages, these features make Opera GX ideal for low-light environments.

AI-powered upscaling for images and video

Opera GX brings unmatched visual quality enhancements to streaming and browsing with AI-powered upscaling for images and video. This advanced shader-based technology enhances clarity and detail, creating a more immersive viewing experience. For users with NVIDIA RTX graphics cards, the upscaling feature delivers even crisper detail while optimizing bandwidth, ensuring smoother performance.

Powerful UI Engine for Smooth Performance

Opera GX isn’t just about style—it’s built for peak performance. Powered by the new Multithreaded Compositor UI engine, the browser stays fast and responsive, even with multiple Mods and customizations running. This engine ensures that animations, shaders, and Mods perform seamlessly, giving you smooth interactions and powerful control.

With these updates, Opera GX continues its mission to make personalization effortless and enjoyable. Break free with Opera GX and explore a world of new customization options, enhanced features, and performance upgrades that redefine what a browser can be.

List of updates in Opera GX:

Download Opera GX today by visiting operagx.gg/Download.

Fast Track is proud to announce that it has been certified by Great Place to Work® as one of the best employers in the technology sector for the third consecutive year.

This prestigious recognition reflects the positive feedback from employees about their experience of working at Fast Track, culminating in an impressive Trust Index™ of 88%. Fast Track has earned this certification for three consecutive years for its European offices, beginning with its Malta office in 2022, then adding Sweden in 2023, and now Spain in 2024.

Fast Track’s score is above the benchmark for Great Place to Work® organisations in the IT Software and Solutions space, showing dedication to building a world-class work environment across offices. This achievement reflects the leadership team’s commitment to a positive, thriving culture as the company continues its high-growth journey.

“We are committed to staying a world-class employer, and this certification reaffirms our efforts to attract and retain the best talent. Our focus on listening to employee feedback and having an inclusive and supportive environment enables our team to thrive, ultimately benefiting our partners and the company as a whole. The work is never over, and we’re dedicated to using our team’s feedback to keep making Fast Track a place where people can genuinely envision a truly rewarding career, “ says Jenny Arnell, Chief People Officer of Fast Track.

“Being a Great Place to Work for the third year in a row reflects how much Fast Track values its people and culture. I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with their Leadership Team, and their focus on fairness, transparency, and developing leaders from within truly sets them apart. Fast Track’s commitment to its people makes them a standout in the tech industry,” comments Linda Löfman, Senior Consultant, Great Place to Work®.

Fast Track employees, with a 100% survey participation rate, appreciated the company’s sense of camaraderie, with a welcoming community and a fun, supportive atmosphere. Employees also valued fair treatment across sexual orientation, race, age, and gender, with equitable opportunities, appreciation, and pay. Management was seen as impartial, with decisions and promotions based on merit.

“Fast Track is a people-centric business, and our employees are the engine of everything we do. I am honoured by this recognition, which highlights our commitment to attracting and keeping top talent. One of our strategic pillars is to grow our leaders from within, and we are achieving this by empowering our team and fostering an amazing organisational culture,” remarks Simon Lidzén, Co-Founder and CEO of Fast Track.

Research by Great Place to Work indicates that job seekers are significantly more likely to find great managers at certified workplaces. Professionals in these environments are also more likely to feel excited about coming to work and perceive fair compensation and promotional opportunities, enhancing their overall satisfaction and life quality.

For more information, visit greatplacetowork.com.

WEC24 Complete: Indonesia Crowned Overall Champion! Busan, South Korea (November 20, 2024) – After nine days of exciting competition, the 16th World Esports Championship (WEC24) has come to a conclusion.

From epic plays to unforgettable moments, the championship closed out with the Dota 2 and MLBB Women’s finals. The ultimate victory and the biggest moment of the night belonged to Indonesia, as they won their second title as the WEC24 Overall Champions.

This prestigious trophy is awarded to the nation that excels across all of the game titles. Turkey secured one gold and one bronze medal also, however, Indonesia’s consistency and performance across the other game titles gave them the edge to secure their victory. Congratulations to Indonesia for this remarkable achievement!

WEC24 started on November 11 at the spectacular SEF Arena in Riyadh, bringing together athletes from around the world to compete across six tournaments: PUBG MOBILE, CS2 (Women’s and Open), Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (Open and Women’s), and Dota 2. Each competition delivered its special charm, giving us new champions and a WEC to remember.

Medalists:

PUBG MOBILE:

1. Turkey
2. Ukraine
3. Brazil

CS2 Women’s:

1. Poland
2. France
3. Portugal

CS2 Open:

1. Romania
2. Portugal
3. Serbia

MLBB Open:

1. Malaysia
2. Philippines
3. Indonesia

MLBB Women’s:

1. Indonesia
2. Cambodia
3. Egypt

Dota 2:

1. Greece
2. Sweden
3. Turkey

This year’s WEC broke records and set new milestones: the largest CS2 Women’s tournament with a $160,000 prize pool, the debut of the MLBB Women’s category, and a marathon Dota 2 bronze match that won’t be forgotten. Over 480 athletes gave it their all, leaving behind moments that will define the Esports scene for years.

As WEC24 comes to an end, we are thankful to every athlete, national federation, fan, and Esports enthusiast who traveled with us on the Road to Riyadh.

GG once again to Indonesia, our WEC24 Overall Champion! Thank you, Riyadh, for hosting an unforgettable championship. Until next time, see you on the next World Esports Championship journey!