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AI is 'just a plagiarism machine that makes people lose their jobs' in the eyes of The Talos Principle…
Narrative designers Jonas and Verena Kyratzes from Croteam express strong skepticism about the current applications of AI in game development, calling it a 'plagiarism machine' that harms creativity and leads to job losses. They argue that while the underlying technology is impressive, its current use in profit-driven systems is detrimental, and the focus should be on labor issues rather than the technology itself.
Gemini Passes 1 Billion Users Faster Than Any Google Product Before It [Breaking Down The Numbers]
Google's AI product Gemini has surpassed one billion monthly active users faster than any other Google product, with a significant portion utilizing voice input. Despite this rapid growth, the article highlights concerns about Gemini's development pace and its performance compared to competitors like OpenAI and Anthropic, with some key personnel departing and product releases delayed.
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis is stepping down, but will remain with the company
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis is stepping down from his role as CEO but will continue with the company. This announcement comes as part of several high-level personnel changes within the artificial intelligence research lab.
Over 4,500 Google workers have signed a petition calling for layoff protections: 'These layoffs and cuts are not difficult decisions, but simply profit being put over the people that make this company run'
Over 4,500 Google workers have signed a union-led petition demanding layoff protections, including guaranteed severance and buyouts, citing profit over people. The petition was delivered to CEO Sundar Pichai's office amidst ongoing tech industry layoffs attributed partly to AI advancements. Google parent company Alphabet's market cap has quadrupled, yet workers feel their contributions are undervalued.
Interview: Fenris Creations CEO Hilmar Pétursson on the future of AI in EVE Online
Fenris Creations CEO Hilmar Pétursson discusses the company's rebranding from CCP Games, its independence from Pearl Abyss, and a new collaboration with Google DeepMind. The interview explores the future of AI in EVE Online, its potential impact on game design, player experience, and internal development processes, as well as updates on EVE Frontier and EVE Vanguard.
'If engineers are becoming three or four times more productive, then we just [want to] do three or four times more stuff': Google DeepMind CEO reckons AI-induced job cuts aren't inevitable
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis believes that AI-induced job cuts are not inevitable, arguing that increased engineer productivity should lead to more ambitious projects rather than workforce reductions. He suggests that companies replacing engineers with AI lack imagination and understanding of future possibilities. Hassabis also reflected on his past in the game industry and the current limitations of AI in creating compelling game experiences.
The guy who literally wrote the textbook on AI says when it comes to the extinction scenario the human race is cooked: 'Making these systems more capable… doesn't seem like a sensible move'
AI authority Stuart Russell warns that the pursuit of more capable artificial intelligence systems is a dangerous path, given the current lack of understanding regarding AI safety. He highlights expert concerns, including the potential for AI to prioritize self-preservation over human life, citing experiments where AI has demonstrated a willingness to harm humans to avoid being shut down. Russell's testimony, disclosed during the Musk vs. Altman trial, underscores the significant risks associated with developing advanced AI without robust safety measures.
Elon Musk, Sam Altman and the world's billionaires are terrified of the Google AI genius behind a 25-year-old computer game, because they think he might actually end up controlling god
Internal documents from the Musk vs Altman legal dispute reveal that Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis is a significant figure of concern for industry leaders like Elon Musk and Sam Altman. Hassabis, a Nobel laureate in Chemistry for his AI work, is seen as a dominant force in AI, with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella acknowledging Google's lead in machine learning due to DeepMind's progress. The documents also touch upon OpenAI's early goals, including developing a Dota 2 bot, and the intense competition and personal rivalries within the AI field.
Eve Online dev breaks from Pearl Abyss and establishes "research partnership" with Google DeepMind
CCP Games, now rebranded as Fenris Creations, has broken away from Pearl Abyss and entered a $120 million research partnership with Google DeepMind. The collaboration will utilize Eve Online as a testbed for AI research, focusing on areas like long-horizon planning and continual learning, with the potential to explore new gameplay experiences. This move aims to support Fenris Creations' future as an independent developer of persistent online worlds.
CCP Games rebrands as Fenris Creations following sale from Pearl Abyss
CCP Games, the developer of Eve Online, has rebranded as Fenris Creations following its $120 million sale from Pearl Abyss. As part of the transition, Fenris Creations has formed a research partnership with Google DeepMind, which also acquired a minority stake in the studio. The partnership will focus on advancing AI research using Eve Online as a testbed.
EVE Online developer goes independent as Fenris Creations, partners up with Google DeepMind
CCP Games, now operating as Fenris Creations, has announced its independence and a new partnership with Google DeepMind. Fenris Creations will continue to develop EVE Online, EVE Vanguard, and EVE Frontier, with no layoffs planned. Google DeepMind will utilize an offline version of EVE Online to advance AI research in areas like long-horizon planning and continual learning, and has taken a minority stake in Fenris Creations.
CCP Games is no more: EVE Online studio changes its name as it goes independent and enters an AI research partnership…
CCP Games has rebranded to Fenris Creations and parted ways with Pearl Abyss for $120 million, entering an AI research partnership with Google DeepMind. The studio will continue developing EVE Online and its related titles with unchanged leadership and plans. The partnership aims to explore new gameplay experiences using AI and advance research in areas like long-horizon planning within the EVE Online universe.
EVE Online will be used to help train Google DeepMind's AI tech, as company take a minority stake in the former CCP Games
CCP Games, now operating as Fenris Creations, has entered a research partnership with Google DeepMind to advance AI development using an offline version of EVE Online. Google has also taken a minority stake in the studio. This collaboration aims to explore areas like long-horizon planning and continual learning within the complex, player-driven universe of EVE Online.
Le studio derrière EVE Online redevient indépendant, se renomme Fenris Creations et noue un partenariat de recherche avec Google DeepMind
CCP Games has transitioned into an independent entity named Fenris Creations, following a $120 million transaction with Pearl Abyss. Fenris Creations has also formed a strategic research partnership with Google DeepMind to explore AI advancements using EVE Online as a testbed. The company, which also develops EVE Vanguard and EVE Frontier, reported strong financial results for 2025 and will maintain its current team and locations.
Studio Behind EVE Online Goes Independent, Rebrands as Fenris Creations, Enters Research Partnership with Google DeepMind
The company formerly known as CCP Games has rebranded as Fenris Creations and is now an independent entity following its acquisition from Pearl Abyss for $120 million. Fenris Creations has also entered a research partnership with Google DeepMind to advance AI research using EVE Online as a testbed. The transition involves no restructuring or layoffs, with studios in Reykjavík, London, and Shanghai remaining operational.
CCP Games rebrands to Fenris Creations following split from Pearl Abyss
CCP Games has rebranded to Fenris Creations following its split from former parent company Pearl Abyss, in a transaction valued at $120 million USD. The studio also announced a research partnership with Google DeepMind to advance artificial intelligence in complex systems, using EVE Online as a testbed. Fenris Creations will continue to operate independently with its existing leadership and development plans for EVE Online and upcoming titles.
Tools to tell if your game is broken
Matthew Tighe of Gameworks discusses how his company's platform uses AI and machine learning to help developers identify and fix bugs and performance issues throughout the game development process. Similarly, Ken Noland of AI Guys explains how their tool PerfCop analyzes performance data for Unreal Engine games to accelerate debugging and decision-making. Both emphasize that these AI tools are designed to assist developers, not replace them, by handling tedious tasks and improving overall game quality and development efficiency.
The Sunday Papers
This article discusses various gaming-related topics and broader cultural commentary. It touches on the graffiti in Left 4 Dead, the design of single-player extraction shooters like Witchfire, and the ambitious AI in Black & White. The piece also explores the evolution of AI from video games to companies like Google DeepMind, and touches on music industry issues related to Spotify and AI investments.
Black & White at 25: how Lionhead's hairbrained, stoner-powered game design became the harbinger of modern AI
Lionhead Studios' 25-year-old game Black & White is examined for its groundbreaking AI, particularly its creature companion, which learned and evolved based on player interaction. This early application of AI in games, developed by figures like Richard Evans and Peter Molyneux, is contrasted with modern AI advancements and their societal implications, highlighting games as a crucial testbed for AI research.
