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TSMC employees reportedly following Samsung workers in threatening to strike over bonus cuts despite record profits
Employees at TSMC, the world's largest chip manufacturer, are reportedly threatening to strike over proposed bonus cuts, despite the company reporting record profits fueled by the AI boom. This follows a similar dispute at Samsung in South Korea. TSMC's chairman, CC Wei, is scheduled to meet with employees to discuss the bonus structure.
Fitbit Air review: Health tracking for the AI generation
The Fitbit Air is a competitive wearable tracker that rivals devices like Whoop with its robust hardware, comprehensive software, and affordable price point. It is positioned as a health tracking solution for the AI generation.
Samsung has reportedly developed 900-layer flash memory chips and I'm thinking SSDs could get seriously cheap if…
Samsung has reportedly developed a prototype 900-layer NAND flash memory chip by bonding two 450-layer wafers, significantly increasing density compared to current technologies. This advancement is largely driven by the demand from the AI industry, though it raises questions about future SSD pricing if the AI market cools.
Guess what else the PC industry is short of now? Yes, that's right: multilayer ceramic capacitors
The PC industry is facing a significant shortage of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs), a vital component used in CPUs, graphics cards, and motherboards. This scarcity, exacerbated by high demand from the AI sector, is leading to extended shipping times and price increases, with suppliers like Holy Stone reporting over 20-week lead times. While AI servers require specific types of MLCCs in large quantities, the overall demand is impacting the availability and cost of standard PC components.
BitSummit 2026 attendance breaks records, increases 17% to 68,208
BitSummit 2026 concluded with a record-breaking attendance of 68,208 visitors, marking a 17% increase from the previous year. In separate news, HoYoverse announced plans to invest up to $14.6 billion in artificial intelligence over the next three years to develop in-house tools for future game development, including AI-powered NPCs for their upcoming life simulation title, Petit Planet.
'Technology is never neutral': Pope Leo XIV criticises 'culture of power' driving AI race, and refuses to be taken in by consciousness claims
Pope Leo XIV has issued his first encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas', criticizing the 'culture of power' driving the artificial intelligence race and calling for greater AI regulation. He warns against mistaking AI imitation for wisdom and highlights the ethical concerns surrounding AI in warfare and the imposition of moral visions by those who control the technology.
'I don't think we're going to have the kind of jobs apocalypse that some…advocate or talk about': OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he's 'delighted to be wrong' about AI-induced job cuts
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman believes that the impact of artificial intelligence on the job market will not lead to a widespread 'jobs apocalypse.' Despite recent layoffs at companies like Intuit and Meta, Altman suggests that the elimination of entry-level white-collar jobs has not occurred as rapidly as some predicted. The article contrasts Altman's optimistic outlook with evidence of significant job cuts and calls for an independent examination of AI's true impact on employment.
HoYoverse to invest up to $14.6bn in AI for in-house tools
HoYoverse plans to invest up to $14.6 billion in artificial intelligence over the next three years to develop in-house tools for game development. The publisher aims to enhance NPC systems, content generation, and live-service environments, with its upcoming life simulation title, Petit Planet, set to feature AI-powered NPCs. This move follows a similar AI-centric strategy announced by Krafton.
'ChatGPT kind of sucked' — Former Assassin's Creed director says he used AI to help him learn to…
Former Assassin's Creed Hexe director Clint Hocking shared his experience using AI tools like ChatGPT to learn coding, describing the process as 'brutal' and finding the AI's output to be largely unhelpful. Despite this, Hocking believes AI integration in game development is inevitable. The article also touches on Ubisoft's future game pipeline, including new Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon titles.
Control, Alan Wake “Should Have Sold More”, Says Remedy Entertainment’s New CEO
Remedy Entertainment's new CEO, Jean-Charles Gaudechon, discussed his plans to improve game sales for titles like Control and Alan Wake 2. He aims to maximize the potential of existing IPs and expressed caution regarding the use of AI in game development, emphasizing its limitations in creative processes. The studio is also working on Control Resonant for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Former Assassin's Creed Hexe director learned how to code by using AI and found out firsthand how "brutal" it was: "ChatGPT kind of sucked. It didn't really know how to code. Everything was broken"
Clint Hocking, former director on Far Cry 2 and Assassin's Creed Hexe, shared his experience learning to code using ChatGPT, describing it as a "brutal" process where the AI's code was consistently broken. He eventually learned Javascript but feels he learned despite the AI's assistance. Hocking also noted that Ubisoft has not laid off employees due to AI and has explored generative technologies for titles like Watch Dogs: Legion.
Best The Future of iGaming Solutions for B2B Operators: Trends That Will Dominate 2026 | Invision Game
The iGaming industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with B2B operators focusing on innovation, automation, and scalability to enhance player retention and deliver personalized experiences. Key trends expected to dominate by 2026 include AI-powered platforms for fraud detection and personalization, blockchain integration for secure transactions, and the expansion of mobile and sportsbook offerings. White label solutions are also highlighted as a strategic entry point for new businesses, emphasizing the need for scalable, cloud-based infrastructures and advanced operator tools to maintain a competitive edge.
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Pope Leo has issued a 42,300-word encyclical warning about the potential risks associated with Artificial Intelligence. Separately, an article from WIRED discusses how the AI era is fueling an 'arms race' in bug hunting within the tech industry.
Take-Two CEO balances AI optimism against industry layoffs and lies, GTA6 holds to November release
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed optimism about AI in game development, emphasizing it as a tool to enable human creativity rather than a replacement. He also criticized companies that attributed recent layoffs to AI, stating they were instead due to overhiring during the pandemic. The article confirms Grand Theft Auto VI is still on track for its November 19th release.
YGG’s Gabby Dizon Bets Against Crypto in GTA 6, Bets Big on AI-Built Games
Yield Guild Games co-founder Gabby Dizon believes the future of gaming lies in AI-built experiences and genuine user interest, not traditional venture capital or cryptocurrency integrations. He predicts major titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 will steer clear of crypto, focusing instead on innovative gameplay. Dizon sees AI as a democratizing force for hobbyist developers, lowering the barrier to entry and making game development more experimental.
Gentle Japanese puzzle game D-topia launches in July
Annapurna Interactive and Marumittu Games announced that the puzzle adventure game D-topia will launch on July 14th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. The game features logic-based puzzles and narrative choices within a society managed by artificial intelligence.
Pope Leo calls for AI to serve humanity and not concentrate power
Pope Leo issued a 42,300-word encyclical warning about the dangers of artificial intelligence. He urged that AI should serve humanity and not lead to the concentration of power, highlighting concerns related to education, child safety, and weapons development.
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Ansel Adams' Trust has stated that an AI-colorized version of the photographer's work was exhibited without their permission. The trust is asserting copyright infringement over the unauthorized use and alteration of Adams' iconic images.
Kenjiro Tsuda sues TikTok over AI videos allegedly stealing his voice
Voice actor Kenjiro Tsuda has sued TikTok's parent company, alleging that AI was used to replicate his distinct voice without permission for narrated videos. The lawsuit claims these AI-generated narrations, which allegedly generated significant income, infringe on his publicity rights and could harm the voice acting industry. TikTok has countered that the voice is generic and potentially trained from another source.
Ansel Adams' trust says AI-colorized version of his work was exhibited without permission
The trust of photographer Ansel Adams claims an AI-colorized version of his iconic 'Moonrise, Hernandez, New Mexico' photograph was exhibited at AIPAD's The Photography Show without permission. This incident highlights ongoing debates surrounding AI's use in art and copyright.