Artificial Intelligence
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AI Yi-Yi!
Android is set to receive a significant artificial intelligence overhaul in 2026. The article also touches on the concept of hosting mini data centers at home and a tragic incident where a teenager died after receiving dangerous advice from ChatGPT.
Evening Legal Briefs
Members of Parliament have accused Grand Theft Auto 6 developer Rockstar Games of obstructing legal proceedings related to alleged 'union-busting' dismissals. The article also briefly mentions Canada's examination of AI copyright rules and social media age limits.
Lenovo Announces New AI-Powered ThinkPad and ThinkStation Computers
Lenovo has announced four new AI-powered computers, including three ThinkPad laptops (X13 Gen 7, L14 Gen 7, L16 Gen 3) and the ThinkStation P4 desktop PC. These devices feature advanced AI processing capabilities, with the laptops offering Intel Core Ultra or AMD Ryzen AI PRO processors and the workstation boasting significant processing power, liquid cooling, and expandability.
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.
MMO Business Roundup: Forza Horizon 6 megabans, Epic’s AI tools, and Steam Machine rumors
This industry news roundup covers several topics including Microsoft and Playground Games issuing lengthy hardware bans for Forza Horizon 6 leakers, Epic Games assuring that its AI development tools are for efficiency and not human replacement, and a legal battle over ownership of the popular Roblox game Forsaken. Additionally, rumors about Valve's Steam Machine console suggest it will be sold in multiple hardware bundles, potentially including a Steam Controller or VR headset.
"I just find AI to be creatively soulless": Casey Hudson on the controversial tech and Star Wars: Fate Of The Old Republic
Casey Hudson, director of the upcoming Star Wars: Fate Of The Old Republic, expressed his strong reservations about the use of artificial intelligence in game development, calling it 'creatively soulless.' He also discussed his preference for smaller development teams and games that are not excessively long, aiming for a completion experience rather than an endless grind.
Ex-Mass Effect lead isn't using AI on his new Star Wars RPG: "I'm just really unimpressed with it"
Casey Hudson, former lead of the Mass Effect series and founder of Arcanaut Games, stated that his studio will not use AI in the development of their upcoming RPG, Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic. Hudson expressed his unimpressed sentiment towards AI in game development and prefers to contract work out to human co-developers instead.
Threads users are pissed they can't block Meta's new AI chatbot
Users on Meta's Threads platform are expressing frustration over their inability to block the company's new artificial intelligence chatbot. The issue has become a top trending topic on the platform, indicating widespread user discontent.
Everything announced at The Android Show: I/O 2026 edition
Google announced new laptops and advancements in Gemini Intelligence at The Android Show: I/O 2026. The event covered a range of updates and new features from the company.
Android Show: I/O Edition Reveals Gemini Intelligence, Googlebook, And More Tech Updates
Google's Android Show: I/O Edition previewed Gemini Intelligence, an advanced generative AI set to launch on Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones this summer. A new laptop, the Googlebook, designed for Gemini Intelligence, will also be released this fall. The event also detailed updates for Android Auto, including enhanced navigation and media playback features, alongside significant security enhancements for Android and Gemini.
Gemini in Chrome arrives on Android devices in June
Google's Gemini AI will be available in Chrome on Android devices starting in June. The AI assistant requires a device with at least 4GB of RAM for use.
As the Lies of P sequel enters full-scale development, developer Neowiz says it's working on another Soulslike and a narrative RPG
Neowiz has announced that the sequel to their Soulslike game Lies of P has entered full-scale development and is currently in the vertical slice stage. The company is also working on another Soulslike title, codenamed Project Windi, which is in the prototype phase, and a narrative RPG, Project Rubicon, also in the vertical slice stage. Round8 Studio, the developer of Lies of P, is also hiring for an AI Creator role to integrate AI into their art workflows.
Sony assures that AI is only meant to 'augment' artists' capabilities instead of replacing them but it…
Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki stated that the company's strategy involves using Artificial Intelligence to augment, not replace, human artists and developers. AI is being explored for tasks like animating hair and creating NPCs with personalities, aiming to free up creators for more ambitious projects and enhance player experiences with more immersive worlds.
AI Yi-Yi!
Artificial intelligence is already impacting industries, with Google warning about AI-assisted hacking and a US bank reporting a customer data mishap due to AI. OpenAI has also acquired a consulting company to promote AI.
Popular PlayStation emulator clamps down on AI submissions: 'Leave behind something useful to humanity when you're gone, instead of peddling slop'
The popular PlayStation 3 emulator RPCS3 is cracking down on AI-generated code submissions, implementing strict rules and threatening bans for undisclosed AI contributions. This follows similar issues faced by the open-source game engine Godot, highlighting a growing problem of AI-generated 'slop' in open-source development.
Rivian is rolling out its AI-powered voice assistant
Rivian is rolling out its new AI-powered voice assistant to all its Gen 1 and Gen 2 vehicles. The assistant will also be available on the upcoming Rivian R2 when it launches.
Lip-Bu Tan says 'Intel and Nvidia are collaborating to develop exciting new products' and I'm wondering…
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan announced that Intel and Nvidia are collaborating on new products, following rumors of Nvidia using Intel Foundry services for future AI GPUs. This partnership could involve Intel's 'Serpent Lake' chip and Nvidia's 'Rubin GPU' technology, potentially diversifying Nvidia's production away from TSMC amidst global tensions and US government preference for domestic chip manufacturing.
Hey @meta.ai is that true? Threads is testing a Grok-like AI feature
Meta's Threads platform is reportedly testing a new AI feature that is similar to Grok. The article questions the potential implications of this development.
UFL Update 0.73: Strikerz Inc. Reveals Massive AI Overhaul and New Game Modes
UFL update 0.73, launching May 14, 2026, introduces a significant AI overhaul focused on player movement, positioning, and passing, alongside the addition of four new game modes. Strikerz Inc. CEO Eugene Nashilov described the update as a massive core overhaul aimed at enhancing gameplay and attracting new players.
'Palworld Online' has been trademarked, but there's hints of potential AI use
Pocketpair has trademarked 'Palworld Online' in the US and South Korea, with filings indicating potential uses beyond just game software, including toy design and computer game cartridges. The trademark also lists services related to artificial intelligence for game development, hinting at possible AI integration in future projects or the game's 1.0 release.
