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Scream 7 Spoiler Review – It’s Just Stab At This Point
Scream 7 is a competent but uninspired slasher sequel that fails to deliver meaningful commentary on its themes of AI and nostalgia. While it brings back Sidney Prescott and teases Stu Macher's return through AI-generated footage, the film ultimately lacks the meta-awareness that defined the franchise. The review criticizes the underdeveloped killer motivations and the underutilization of its potentially interesting concepts, concluding that the film is "fine" but disappointing for a series known for reinvention.
'We see everything': Report says Meta's AI smart glasses footage is reviewed by human contractors who see far more than they bargained for, which has led to a new lawsuit against the company
A report indicates that human contractors reviewing footage from Meta's Ray-Ban AI smart glasses are exposed to highly personal content, leading to a new class-action lawsuit against the company. The lawsuit alleges Meta violated privacy laws and engaged in false advertising regarding the privacy features of its smart glasses.
Marathon's aura-farming NPCs show just how bland and lifeless Arc Raiders' AI-voiced characters really are
This article compares the character presentation in Bungie's upcoming game Marathon with Embark Studios' Arc Raiders. While Arc Raiders features bland, AI-voiced characters, Marathon distinguishes itself with stylized intro cinematics and strong voice acting for its faction representatives, creating a more engaging and memorable experience.
86% of Creators Use AI, 85% of Gamers Hate It. Here's What That Means for You (2026)
A significant paradox exists in the gaming content landscape: 86% of creators utilize AI tools, while 85% of gamers express negative sentiments towards AI-generated content. This disparity impacts content consumption, with AI search results drastically reducing click-through rates for traditional content. While AI moderation is seen as a clear success in combating toxicity, creators are advised to use AI for backend tasks and maintain human authenticity to succeed.
Morning Tech Bits
The conflict in Iran poses a significant risk to global chip supplies and the expansion of artificial intelligence. Nvidia now dominates the PC graphics card market, accounting for nearly all sales. The article also briefly touches on financial commentary from Jim Cramer.
AI Yi-Yi!
OpenAI had previously banned military use of its AI models, yet the Pentagon reportedly tested these models through Microsoft. The article also touches on the unreliability of AI for everyday tasks, citing an example with Alexa.
Cloudflare claims 'today’s threat landscape is more varied and chilling than ever' in latest report
Cloudflare's latest threat report indicates a more varied and dangerous cybersecurity landscape, with sophisticated nation-state actors, hyper-volumetric DDoS attacks, and the misuse of legitimate cloud tools like Google Calendar and Dropbox. The report highlights the increasing complexity of threats, exacerbated by advancements in AI, and advises users to remain vigilant against phishing and suspicious links.
Gamers are buying fewer graphics cards according to a new research report, although Nvidia looks to be sitting pretty with roughly 94% of the market share to AMD's 5%
New research indicates a decline in graphics card shipments, with Nvidia holding approximately 94% of the market share compared to AMD's 5%. The report suggests a compound annual growth rate of -5.9% for add-in boards from 2024 to 2028, attributing the slowdown to factors like rising prices, competition from notebooks and integrated graphics, and the AI industry's demand for memory.
Engadget Podcast: Is the MacBook Neo the one?
The Engadget Podcast discusses Apple's latest hardware releases, including the new $599 MacBook Neo, refreshed MacBook Air M5, MacBook Pro M5 Pro/Max, iPad Air M4, and iPhone 17e. Hosts Devindra Hardawar and Nathan Ingraham also cover Spencer Ackerman's book 'Forever Wars' and the controversial use of AI by the Department of Defense.
The Morning After: Apple takes on cheap Windows laptops and Chromebooks with the $599 MacBook Neo
Apple has launched the MacBook Neo, a new $599 laptop running on an iPhone chipset, targeting the budget Windows laptop and Chromebook market. The device features a 13-inch Retina display, 8GB of RAM, and two USB-C ports. The article also touches on other tech news including hands-on impressions of the Nothing Phone 4a Pro and 4a, a review of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, and Netflix's acquisition of an AI startup founded by Ben Affleck.
Nvidia's Jensen Huang: 'I think the opportunity to invest $100 billion in OpenAI is probably not in the…
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced that the company has finalized an agreement to invest $30 billion in OpenAI, a reduction from previous reports of a potential $100 billion investment. This significant investment underscores the rapid growth and importance of the artificial intelligence industry, despite OpenAI's reported dissatisfaction with Nvidia's GPUs.
UK government delays AI copyright rules amid artist outcry
The UK government has delayed its proposed data bill concerning AI training on copyrighted materials following significant backlash from artists and creative industries. Concerns were raised that the bill would allow AI companies to use copyrighted works without consent, potentially harming creators' livelihoods. The government will reconsider its approach after a two-month consultation period.
We asked an AI ‘supercomputer’ to predict what Project Helix might bring to the console war – let’s sift through the nonsense
This article speculates on Microsoft's upcoming 'Project Helix' console generation, using an AI 'supercomputer' to predict its features. Key predictions include deep AI integration, a full Game Pass ecosystem, extensive backward compatibility, powerful hardware, potential modularity, and integration with a handheld device, all possibly launching around 2027. The 'Helix' name is theorized to represent the merging of PC and Xbox gaming ecosystems.
Anthropic says it will challenge Defense Department's supply chain risk designation in court
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei announced the company will legally challenge the Defense Department's designation of Anthropic as a supply chain risk. Amodei stated the action is not legally sound and that the company sees no choice but to fight it in court. Microsoft confirmed it will continue to use Anthropic's Claude chatbot for non-defense related projects.
AI Yi-Yi!
Mozilla has implemented an AI kill switch in its Firefox browser, allowing users to disable AI features. This move highlights a growing concern for user control over AI integration in web browsers, with calls for other browsers to adopt similar measures.
The Rise and Impact of AI-Generated Browser Games on Casual Gaming - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
AI-generated browser games are significantly impacting casual gaming by accelerating development cycles and enabling greater personalization. This shift allows developers to experiment more freely, creating varied and adaptive experiences for players with lower barriers to entry. While challenges in consistency and originality exist, AI is poised to redefine casual gaming through collaborative development and player-driven content.
Netflix just bought an AI startup founded by Ben Affleck
Netflix has acquired the AI filmmaking startup InterPositive, founded by Ben Affleck in 2022. The company, which operated in stealth mode, develops tools that generate AI models from production dailies for use in post-production tasks like color grading and visual effects. Affleck will serve as a senior advisor, and the entire staff will be integrated into Netflix.
Meta hit with a class action lawsuit over smart glasses' privacy claims
Meta is facing a class action lawsuit alleging false advertising regarding the privacy features of its AI-powered smart glasses. The suit claims that Meta misled users about how footage captured by the glasses is handled, including reports of human contractors reviewing sensitive user data. Meta confirmed that data can be shared with contractors for AI improvement but stated steps are taken to protect privacy.
I hope you like spreadsheets, because GPT-5.4 loves them
OpenAI has released GPT-5.4, its latest AI model designed for professional tasks like coding and data analysis, featuring enhanced computer use capabilities and improved web research. This new model will be the default for ChatGPT's Thinking mode and is available as GPT-5.4 Pro for enterprise and API customers, though with increased token costs. The company is focusing on productivity tools as a potential avenue for sustainable business growth, aiming to generate higher quality answers faster.
Big Tech makes White House pledge to stump up for the increased energy costs of AI and prevent household bills from…
Several major tech companies, including Google, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon, along with AI firms like OpenAI and xAI, have signed a White House pledge to cover the increased energy costs associated with their data centers. This initiative aims to prevent the proliferation of AI-driven data centers from raising electricity bills for consumers and businesses.
