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Motorola announces Moto Pad and next-gen Moto G Stylus
Motorola has unveiled two new devices: the Moto Pad tablet and the 2026 Moto G Stylus smartphone. The Moto Pad features an 11-inch 2.5K display and MediaTek D6300 5G processor, while the Moto G Stylus includes a built-in stylus with AI features and a 50MP camera. Both devices are set to launch in April, with pricing details to be announced by carriers for the Moto Pad.
GTA 6 publisher lays off its entire AI team after seven years
Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has reportedly laid off its entire internal AI team after seven years of development. Chairman and CEO Strauss Zelnick has been a vocal critic of AI in game development, stating it lacks creativity. This move comes despite the company's profitability and the highly anticipated launch of Grand Theft Auto 6.
ARC Raiders Team Wants “Better Rope Physics” to Trip ARCs Like Star Wars’ AT-ATs
Embark Studios is exploring advanced physics for ARC Raiders, with lead researcher Martin Singh-Blom citing Star Wars' Hoth scene as inspiration for potential rope physics. The studio aims to balance pushing technological boundaries with practical game design needs, while also focusing on AI integration and refining crafting systems.
The UK government reportedly wants Anthropic to expand its presence in London
The UK government is reportedly attempting to persuade AI company Anthropic to expand its operations in London, including proposals for an expanded office and a potential dual stock listing. This effort comes amid a dispute between Anthropic and the US Department of Defense, which has led to contract issues and a supply chain risk designation for the company. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is expected to visit the UK in May, where the company will also face competition from OpenAI's existing presence in the city.
Wyldheart co-op RPG: Fable meets D&D vibes!... | TAG
This article rounds up several gaming news items, including a preview of the co-op RPG Wyldheart inspired by Fable and D&D, an analysis of why Halo broke PC gaming's FPS dominance, a Call of Duty pro player's dismissal after leaked sexts, and a patch update for Crimson Desert. It also briefly mentions Elden Ring cutscenes, the CRPG Esoteric Ebb, a Fortnite skin, and Take-Two Interactive's AI team being axed.
Grand Theft Auto 6 publisher Take-Two have seemingly laid off their head of AI and several of the department's staffers
Take-Two Interactive, publisher of Grand Theft Auto, has reportedly laid off its head of AI, Luke Dicken, and several members of his department. Dicken confirmed his departure and that of his team on LinkedIn, noting their seven years of work on cutting-edge AI technology. This comes after CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed mixed views on generative AI's role in creating successful games.
It's no longer free to use Claude through third-party tools like OpenClaw
Anthropic has updated its Claude AI subscription policy, discontinuing free usage for third-party tools like OpenClaw as of April 4. Users will now require an extra usage bundle or an API key to access Claude through external applications. This change is attributed to engineering constraints and a need to manage increasing demand by prioritizing direct customers and API users.
Take-Two lays off AI team
Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has reportedly laid off its entire AI team, including its head of AI. This move comes despite a broader industry trend of studios investing in AI tools, with Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick expressing skepticism about AI's creative capabilities.
Fortnite's AI-generated brainrot characters are here, and I hate it
The author expresses strong disapproval of Fortnite's new 'Brainrot Bundle' featuring AI-generated characters, citing concerns about the nature of AI content and its origins. This bundle's release is particularly poorly timed given recent layoffs at Epic Games and a reported downturn in Fortnite engagement.
GTA 6 parent company Take-Two reportedly lays off its AI-focused staff: "Shifting priorities from upper management…
Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games and 2K Games, has reportedly laid off its head of AI, Luke Dicken, and other AI-focused staff. This move comes as the company shifts priorities, impacting teams involved with artificial intelligence development.
Pragmata Pre-Load Date Revealed, Less Than Half The Download Size Of Resident Evil Requiem
The pre-load date for the upcoming game Pragmata has been revealed, with its download size being significantly smaller than Resident Evil Village. The article also touches on potential PR strategies related to the use of AI assets in game development.
PC Gaming Is Getting Expensive Again – And It Could Impact PS6 and Xbox’s Next-Gen Plans | Invision Game
PC gaming hardware prices are rising significantly in 2026 due to increased demand from AI data centers, supply chain issues, and rising material costs. This trend is impacting PC gamers and could lead to higher launch prices for the PlayStation 6 and the next Xbox console. The industry may be entering an era where performance comes at a substantially higher cost.
Don’t Mind the Robots – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Don't Mind the Robots is a strategic tower defense game featuring intricate maze construction and precise targeting against a rogue AI. The game includes twelve distinct tower types with upgrade tiers, over forty robot variants, and thirty-plus maps. An open beta is currently available, allowing players to request access.
AI Yi-Yi!
Reports indicate that banks involved in SpaceX's potential IPO are being urged by Elon Musk to subscribe to Grok. Separately, Arm chips are projected to power 90% of AI servers by 2029, driven by custom processor designs.
Magazine generates fake AI interview with One Piece actor Mackenyu
Esquire Singapore published a feature that used AI chatbots Claude and Copilot to generate an "interview" with actor Mackenyu Arata, who portrays Roronoa Zoro in the live-action One Piece series. The magazine admitted they could not secure a real interview due to the actor's schedule and instead fed his previous responses into AI to create new answers.
AI animation studio Toonstar will turn books into digital shows for HarperCollins
Publisher HarperCollins is partnering with AI animation studio Toonstar to adapt book franchises into digital shows. The first project will be an adaptation of Lisa Greenwald's "Friendship List" series. Toonstar claims its AI technology can produce animated episodes significantly faster and cheaper than traditional methods.
Google AI embarrasses itself when asked to perform the one simple task computers have always been good at
Google's AI-powered content curation tool for its Discover feed has been criticized for its inability to perform a basic function: blocking unwanted websites. Despite the company's vast resources and technological advancements, the AI struggles with simple tasks like creating blocklists, leading to frustration and questions about its effectiveness. The article suggests this failure highlights a broader issue with big tech's approach to algorithmic recommendations.
Banks working on the SpaceX IPO reportedly have to subscribe to Grok
Banks and law firms working on the upcoming SpaceX Initial Public Offering are reportedly required by Elon Musk to subscribe to his AI chatbot, Grok. Some financial institutions have agreed to this condition, which involves significant financial commitment, as part of the privilege to participate in the IPO. SpaceX's IPO is expected to be a major financial event, potentially raising over $50 billion.
Take-Two laid off the head its AI division and an undisclosed number of staff
Take-Two Interactive has reportedly laid off Luke Dicken, the head of its AI division, along with an undisclosed number of staff. Dicken's team was focused on developing AI technologies for game development, including procedural content and machine learning. This news comes as the company prepares for the release of Grand Theft Auto VI and amid broader industry trends of embracing AI for efficiency.
Like poetry: Take-Two fires its AI department to cut costs
Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has laid off its head of AI, Lucke Dicken, and the majority of its AI department as part of a cost-cutting initiative. This decision comes despite CEO Strauss Zelnick's previous support for generative AI technologies to reduce costs and increase efficiency.