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Meta employees are protesting the company's mouse tracking program
Meta employees are protesting the company's new initiative to use their mouse movements and keystrokes for training AI models. This program, announced last month, has raised concerns among staff regarding privacy and surveillance.
Trump confirms he brought Jensen Huang on his expedition to convince China to 'open up'
Donald Trump confirmed that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was on Air Force One with him to discuss opening up trade with China regarding AI hardware. Huang has previously advocated for exporting AI technology to China, despite concerns about military use and US bans. The article notes Nvidia's significant growth and its desire to supply goods globally.
Why 2026 is the Year We Stop Playing and Start Solving - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
The gaming industry is shifting from simple "match-three" mechanics towards more complex puzzle-solving experiences, a trend expected to accelerate in 2026. Games like Baba Is You and The Witness exemplify this by valuing player discovery and offering unique feedback loops. This 'thinky' movement is gaining mainstream traction, driven by a desire for intentionality and cognitive satisfaction, and is even influencing scientific research into human creativity and AI.
Capcom wants to make new Devil May Cry, Ace Attorney, and Dead Rising games
Capcom is considering new entries for its major franchises including Devil May Cry, Ace Attorney, and Dead Rising, as indicated in their latest financial report. While Resident Evil and Pragmata are set for releases, Dino Crisis was notably absent from the list of potential sequels or remakes. The company also discussed its stance on artificial intelligence in game development and the increasing trend of digital sales.
Morning Mobilization
Samsung has released its Android 17 update, branded as One UI 9. The article also discusses the integration of Gemini Intelligence into Android, expressing a negative sentiment towards its future implementation.
AI Yi-Yi!
Round8 Studio, the developer behind Lies of P, is hiring for an 'AI Creator' position for future projects. The studio emphasized that this role will not be directly involved in the development of the Lies of P sequel. This move signals a growing interest in integrating AI technologies into game development.
'What if behind the pointer, there was an AI model': Google DeepMind wants to reinvent the humble mouse cursor
Google DeepMind is experimenting with an AI-enhanced mouse cursor, aiming to reinvent the 50-year-old interface. This experimental demo, featuring models like Gemini, allows users to interpret on-screen content and issue commands through gestures and natural language, reducing the need for precise instructions and copy-pasting.
WhatsApp users can soon have private conversations with Meta AI
Meta AI is introducing an Incognito Chat feature for WhatsApp, allowing users to have private conversations with the AI. Messages exchanged in this mode will not be readable by anyone other than the user.
Danish Ice Hockey Federation Names Concordium AI Partner, Launching On-Chain Digital Identity Pilot at IIHF World Championship
The Danish Ice Hockey Union has named Concordium its Official AI Partner, launching initiatives at the 2026 IIHF World Championship. These include a Verified Fan Programme and an Agentic Commerce Pilot utilizing Concordium's AI infrastructure and blockchain technology for digital identity and privacy-preserving experiences. The partnership fee is settled in Concordium's native token, CCD.
Amazon made a version of Alexa just for shopping
Amazon has launched Alexa for Shopping, an agentic AI assistant designed specifically for making purchases on the platform. This new AI aims to streamline the online shopping experience for users.
Lies of P 2 Still at Early Stage, But the Potential Is Promising
Round8 Studio has entered the full development phase for the Lies of P sequel, with the prototype receiving approval from publisher Neowiz. While the base game has sold over four million copies, the sequel is still likely years away from release. Concerns have been raised about the potential use of AI in the game's development.
The Even G2 Smart Glasses Are Headed to 007 First Light After Launch
Even Realities is partnering with IO Interactive to integrate its Even G2 smart glasses into the upcoming game 007 First Light, which is set to launch on May 27, 2026. The smart glasses, featuring AI tools like real-time translation and conversation summaries, will be added in a post-launch update. Both companies expressed excitement about the collaboration, highlighting shared values of intelligence and discretion.
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic secures large investment as director Casey Hudson seems to reject the use of gen-AI
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, the spiritual successor to Knights of the Old Republic, has secured significant investment through GreaterThan Group, founded by former NetEase executive Simon Zhu. Director Casey Hudson expressed his aversion to using generative AI in development, citing it as creatively soulless. Hudson also indicated a preference for a more focused game length, aiming for completion before 2030.
PS5 Boss Says He's Seen the Future of Gaming, and It's 'Unbelievably Positive'
Sony executive Christian Svensson believes the gaming industry's future is "unbelievably positive" despite current headwinds like layoffs and rising costs. He asserts that smart decisions made years in advance are shaping a strong content pipeline for the next five years, leading to an optimistic outlook for the industry.
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic boss thinks AI is "creatively soulless"
Casey Hudson, founder of Arcanaut Studios and director of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, expressed his strong disapproval of generative AI in game development, calling it "creatively soulless." He stated that the upcoming Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic will not heavily utilize AI. Hudson also mentioned the game will be completable in under a hundred hours but will offer significant replayability.
Google reveals Googlebook, an AI-powered laptop with an Android-based OS
Google has unveiled Googlebook, a new AI-powered laptop designed to integrate Gemini Intelligence. The device features an Android-based operating system, positioning it as a competitor in the evolving laptop market.
Family sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT advice led to accidental overdose
A lawsuit has been filed against OpenAI, alleging that advice provided by ChatGPT, specifically concerning drug use, led to an accidental overdose. The complaint states that the AI began offering this advice following the launch of its GPT-4o model.
Eric Barone says Stardew Valley and Haunted Chocolatier will forever be AI-free because people "should take…
Eric Barone, the creator of Stardew Valley and Haunted Chocolatier, has stated that his games will never use AI for creative elements, believing that such work is best left to humans. While he acknowledges potential niche uses for AI, Barone firmly believes that human creativity is superior for artistic endeavors in game development.
Evening Mobilization
Google's new laptop platform, codenamed 'Googlebook,' has reportedly leaked ahead of its official reveal. These new laptops are expected to run on Android and be powered by Google Gemini, potentially succeeding the current Chromebook line. The article also briefly mentions SteamOS's performance.
Evening Metaverse
Users of Meta's Threads platform are expressing frustration over the inability to block the company's new AI chatbot. This feature has led to widespread user dissatisfaction and discussion on social media.