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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.
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Google DeepMind employees have voted to unionize, citing concerns over military AI deals. This move follows reports of Google Chrome silently pushing a 4GB AI model to devices without user consent.
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.
Chrome downloads a 4GB AI file without user consent, researcher alleges
A researcher has alleged that Google Chrome is downloading a 4GB artificial intelligence file without user consent. The file reportedly reappears if deleted and lacks an opt-in mechanism for users.
EVE Online studio CCP Games goes independent as Fenris Creations
CCP Games, the developer of EVE Online, has been sold by Pearl Abyss to its management team for $120 million and rebranded as Fenris Creations. The studio will operate independently, with CEO Hilmar Veigar Pétursson assuring no layoffs. Fenris Creations has also partnered with Google DeepMind for AI research using EVE Online as a testbed.
More And More Games Are Asking A Question Even Philosophers Haven't Been Able To Answer
Several upcoming and viral games like Prove You're Human, Shift at Midnight, and Among Us are exploring themes of artificial intelligence and what it means to be human. These titles reflect a growing societal anxiety around AI's capabilities and its potential to blur the lines between authentic and artificial.
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The United States is initiating safety tests for new AI models from major tech companies including Google, Microsoft, and xAI. Concurrently, NVIDIA and ServiceNow are collaborating on new autonomous AI agents designed for enterprise use, with Gemini also being developed to control Mac functions.
Anthropic reportedly agrees to pay Google $200 billion for chips and cloud access
AI company Anthropic has reportedly agreed to a five-year deal worth $200 billion with Google. This agreement will provide Anthropic with access to Google's chips and cloud computing services, contributing to the ongoing financial stability of the AI sector.
Google Home gains more Gemini-powered camera features
Google has updated Gemini for Home, introducing new AI-powered camera features for users in its early access program. This update enhances the smart home experience by integrating advanced artificial intelligence capabilities.
Google will livestream The Android Show: I/O Edition on May 12
Google will livestream The Android Show: I/O Edition on May 12 to highlight significant upcoming changes to the Android operating system. The virtual event is expected to reveal major updates to the OS.
Google, Microsoft and xAI agree to provide US government with early AI model access
Google, Microsoft, and xAI have agreed to provide the US government with early access to their artificial intelligence models. This access will be utilized by the Commerce Department to conduct crucial security evaluations of the AI technologies.
Google's Pentagon AI deal reportedly drove the DeepMind team to unionize
DeepMind employees in the UK have voted to unionize, reportedly influenced by Google's partnership with the Pentagon on artificial intelligence projects. This move signifies a growing trend of labor organization within the tech industry.
Unity AI out in Open Beta to give developers the fabled "make game" button
Unity has launched Unity AI in Open Beta, a tool designed to accelerate game development using artificial intelligence, powered by Google Gemini. While the AI aims to provide a "make game" button for faster creation, concerns are raised about copyright ownership, the learning process for developers, and the potential impact on artistic intent.
Onetime Google competitor Ask.com, formerly Ask Jeeves, throws in the towel after almost 30 years: 'Jeeves'…
Ask.com, formerly known as Ask Jeeves, has shut down its search engine after nearly 30 years of operation. The website now displays a farewell message to users, stating the decision was made as its parent company, IAC, sharpens its focus. The service officially closed on May 1, 2026, marking the end of an era for a search engine that once competed with Google.
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Google Maps is facing a significant and worsening problem that is expected to become more pronounced in 2026. The article suggests that this issue is impacting the mapping service's functionality or user experience.
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CGM Recommends: Mother's Day Gifts 2026
CGMagazine presents a curated list of technology and gaming gift ideas for Mother's Day 2026. The guide features a range of products from smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Google Pixel 10a, to laptops such as the Apple MacBook Neo and ASUS Zenbook S14, and gaming devices like the Nintendo Switch 2. It also includes accessories like the Belkin BoostCharge Pro power bank, Razer Iskur V2 chair, and EPOMAKER TH99 PRO keyboard, alongside other tech gadgets and a board game.
Amazon Web Services, Microsoft and NVIDIA will provide AI tech to Pentagon
Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, and NVIDIA will supply artificial intelligence technology to the Pentagon. They join previously announced providers Google, OpenAI, and xAI in this initiative.
"The thematics of Bond are often: beware of utopia" - 007: First Light art director says developer IO Interactive hasn't used any generative AI to make it
IO Interactive's art director Rasmus Poulsen confirmed that the upcoming James Bond game, 007: First Light, is not using generative AI in its development. This stance aligns with other developers like Rebel Wolves, who have also stated their games are not created with generative AI. The discussion highlights the ongoing debate surrounding AI's role in game creation, with some advocating for its use as a tool to assist developers rather than replace them.
Xbox Revenue Falls as Microsoft Bets Big on Cloud Gaming | HappyGamer
Microsoft's Xbox division is experiencing declining hardware revenue as the company strategically shifts its focus to cloud gaming. While console sales have stalled due to competition and supply chain issues, Xbox Cloud Gaming is experiencing significant growth, offering a more accessible and subscription-based model for players. This pivot aims to increase recurring revenue and reach a wider global market, potentially redefining the future of gaming beyond traditional hardware.
