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Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi responds to the backlash after shouting out a Final Fantasy 6 AI mock-up goes…
Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of Final Fantasy, has responded to fan backlash regarding an AI-generated mock-up of Final Fantasy 6. He stated that his initial positive reaction was instinctual and acknowledged that while the technology may not be perfect now, it holds future potential. Sakaguchi also shared that he recently experimented with animating concept art from Lost Odyssey.
'Please stop submitting AI slop code': team behind popular PS3 emulator call time on user submitted vibe…
The development team behind the open-source PlayStation 3 emulator RPCS3 has requested that contributors stop submitting AI-generated code, citing issues with quality and regressions. While AI tools are not entirely banned, contributors must disclose their use and fully understand the code they submit to avoid bans. This issue mirrors similar concerns raised by developers in other open-source projects like Linux.
YouTube to expand likeness detection to all creators 18 & over
YouTube is expanding its likeness detection feature to all creators aged 18 and over. This move by Google aims to combat misinformation and protect users in response to the rise of AI and deepfakes.
Meta is reportedly 'reassigning' 7,000 employees to AI-focused roles
Meta is reportedly reassigning approximately 7,000 employees to focus on artificial intelligence initiatives. These employees will be moved into four new organizations dedicated to developing AI tools and applications.
Elon Musk loses court battle against Sam Altman & OpenAI
A California jury has ruled against Elon Musk in his legal dispute with OpenAI and Sam Altman. Musk's claim that OpenAI breached its commitment to remaining a nonprofit organization was rejected by the court.
AI Yi-Yi!
An individual's attempt to use an AI to sue Facebook users for negative comments about a date failed due to legal shortcomings. The article also mentions a separate incident where a person tried to sell 150,000 AI-generated 'poop photos'.
Evening Legal Briefs
A court has rejected Elon Musk's claims against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, with Musk vowing to appeal the decision. Separately, Disney is facing a class action lawsuit. These legal developments highlight ongoing challenges in the tech and entertainment industries.
MMO Business Roundup: XBOX’s rebrand, California games law, and Far Far West’s 1M sold
This MMO business roundup covers several industry developments, including California's game ownership law advancing, Steam's community market upgrades, and an AI video contest proposed by Party Animals developers. It also notes the Xbox brand's rebranding to XBOX and the early access extraction FPS Far Far West selling over one million copies on Steam.
'Pretty Awesome, Huh?': Even the Father of Final Fantasy Can't Avoid AI Drama
Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of Final Fantasy, commented on an AI-generated video showcasing a potential remake of Final Fantasy 6, calling it 'pretty awesome.' This sparked debate on social media, with fellow developer Akitoshi Kawazu disagreeing with Sakaguchi's positive assessment. The incident highlights the growing prominence of AI-generated content and its impact on the gaming community.
"That's Amazing!" - Final Fantasy Creator Approves Of FF6 Video Created By AI
Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi expressed surprise and approval for an AI-generated video depicting a potential remake of Final Fantasy VI. While Sakaguchi praised the video as "amazing," fellow developer Akitoshi Kawazu voiced skepticism. The article contrasts this with the upcoming official remake of Final Fantasy VII.
How to watch the Google I/O 2026 keynote
Google's upcoming keynote will feature significant announcements regarding Artificial Intelligence and potential updates for Android XR. The event is scheduled for Tuesday.
Elon Musk reportedly owes quite a few of his employees $420
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, reportedly owes a significant amount of money to its employees. This debt is tied to a promise of compensation in exchange for tax information, which was intended to help train the company's Grok AI.
Morning Mobilization
Apple's upcoming Siri app is reportedly set to include auto-deleting chat options, similar to features found in messaging applications. This move suggests a focus on user privacy and ephemeral communication within the virtual assistant.
Morning Metaverse
Google I/O 2026 is set to begin tomorrow, with expectations for announcements regarding Android 17 and Gemini AI. Separately, Starlink, operated by SpaceX, has increased its monthly subscription prices by $5 to $10.
AI Yi-Yi!
Concerns are being raised about the impact of artificial intelligence, with warnings that instant AI answers could trivialize human intelligence. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt faced boos at an Arizona commencement ceremony following remarks about AI, while Linus Torvalds also commented on the technology.
The creator of OpenClaw used $1,300,000+ of OpenAI tokens in 30 days, which is a hell of a perk
Peter Steinberger, the developer behind OpenClaw, incurred over $1.3 million in OpenAI token costs within a single month. This significant expenditure was attributed to running a fleet of AI agents, with the majority of the cost stemming from GPT-5.5 usage and Codex instances. Steinberger noted that API costs could be reduced by 70% if used traditionally.
'The continued flood of AI reports has basically made the security list almost entirely unmanageable': Linus Torvalds laments how people are wasting the Linux team's time with LLMs
Linus Torvalds has expressed frustration with the influx of AI-generated bug reports for the Linux kernel, stating that they are unmanageable and often lack value. He clarified that the issue is not the use of AI itself, but the submission of reports that do not include code solutions or significant improvements beyond what the AI found. Torvalds suggested that future submissions might need to provide actual code patches to be considered.
Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi praises AI-generated FF6 remake teaser, is promptly told "please stop" by SaGa's Akitoshi Kawazu
Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi praised an AI-generated teaser for a hypothetical Final Fantasy VI remake, sparking debate among fans and industry figures. SaGa creator Akitoshi Kawazu urged Sakaguchi to reconsider his positive reaction to the AI-generated content, highlighting ongoing discussions about AI's role in game development.
LinkedIn doesn't want your AI slop anymore
LinkedIn is reportedly cracking down on AI-generated content, deeming it not only lazy but also uninteresting. This move suggests a shift in the platform's approach to user-generated material, prioritizing quality and engagement over automated output.
Take-Two's CEO says AI's not in the business of making hits, 'datasets by their very nature are backward looking', but that doesn't mean AI can't be 'super helpful'
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick believes that while AI can be a helpful tool for asset creation in game development, it is not capable of creating hit games. He argues that hits are inherently unexpected and forward-looking, whereas AI datasets are backward-looking, leading to derivative property rather than true innovation.
