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"We are more concerned about the risks of moving too slowly": Epic get more specific about genAI use in Unreal Engine and Fortnite development
Epic Games is actively integrating generative AI into the development of Unreal Engine and Fortnite, according to executive vice president Marcus Wassmer. Tools like Claude Code and Codex are being used to eliminate bugs, compress shaders, and refactor code, significantly speeding up development cycles. Epic prioritizes rapid adoption of AI over skepticism, aiming to maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
What AI-Assisted Reverse Engineering Changes About Modernization Planning
AI-assisted reverse engineering is transforming application modernization planning by enabling continuous discovery. Tools can analyze large codebases, trace data paths, and link requirements to their original source, providing a dynamic and evidence-based approach to modernization projects. This method allows for more accurate planning, risk assessment, and iterative development, moving away from static discovery snapshots.
How to Stay Relevant as a Developer in the Age of AI
The rapid advancement of AI tools is fundamentally changing software development, prompting developers to focus on skills beyond routine coding to remain relevant. Key areas for growth include systems and architecture design, problem framing, technical judgment, security and risk management, communication, and effectively directing AI.
What is vibe coding and why does it get so much hate?
Vibe coding is facing criticism and being labeled as lazy, AI-driven development. However, this perception does not align with the origins of the term.
I tried the sequel to Task Manager and it has too many special effects
Dave Plummer, former Microsoft engineer and creator of the original Task Manager, has released a sequel called Task Manager OG. This new version, available on Windows, Linux, and Mac, offers enhanced features like 60 Hz animations, mouse tracking, and a summary page, though it is currently in beta and some advanced features are reserved for a future paid pro version.
Linus Torvalds details his 'debug session from hell' pushing an AI to fix an error it repeatedly said was 'impossible and unsolvable'. He then made it write the report
Linux creator Linus Torvalds detailed a challenging debugging session where an AI repeatedly failed to solve a 'round_up()' to 'round_down()' error, suggesting it was impossible. Despite the AI's repeated suggestions to give up, Torvalds persisted through 24 patches and 18 kernel boots to fix the issue, ultimately letting the AI write the commit message. The article also touches on the broader debate surrounding generative AI in coding, its potential pitfalls, and the ethical concerns raised by AI-assisted game development projects.
Built on ‘a codebase older than some of you,’ EVE Online is undergoing a major code migration
CCP Games is undertaking a major code migration for EVE Online, transitioning its extensive Python codebase from version 2.7 to Python 3. This initiative aims to future-proof the game, enabling faster bug fixes, new features, and improved performance over the next two decades.
6,700 findings in 55 hours: Bitcoin’s AI security sprint still can’t say how many were real
The Bitcoin Red Team's AI-assisted security campaign reported 6,700 findings across 425 projects in 55 hours, with 1,029 flagged as high or critical. However, the campaign failed to report how many of these findings were validated, downgraded, or patched, making it impossible to assess its true security impact. The initiative demonstrated AI's capacity to rapidly flood review pipelines, but human experts were still crucial for prompt shaping, reproduction, and validation.
Inside Microsoft’s scramble as an AI model buries its engineers in bugs
Microsoft is struggling to keep pace with the sheer volume of critical and important software bugs discovered by Anthropic's AI model, Mythos. The AI has uncovered hundreds of flaws in products like SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Teams, overwhelming engineering teams tasked with fixing them before potential exploitation by adversaries. This situation highlights the challenges of integrating AI into software development and the growing need for robust cybersecurity measures.
AMD calls CUDA a 'non-event', says companies are programming at levels where the Nvidia tech doesn't…
AMD claims that Nvidia's CUDA technology is becoming a 'non-event' for many companies, particularly in the artificial intelligence space. According to AMD's Andrew Dieckman, customers are increasingly programming at higher levels of abstraction, reducing reliance on CUDA. This shift, coupled with AI agents assisting in platform optimization, could potentially challenge Nvidia's dominance in AI hardware.
How to Choose the Best Casino Game Development Studio for Your iGaming Project in 2026 | Invision Game
This guide outlines key factors for choosing a casino game development studio for iGaming projects in 2026. It emphasizes evaluating industry experience, regulatory compliance, technological innovation, customization capabilities, game design, scalability, and real money gaming expertise. Selecting the right partner is crucial for creating engaging gaming experiences and achieving long-term business success in the competitive iGaming market.
“Fork It Or Leave”: Linus Torvalds Shuts Down Anti-AI Pushback In The Linux Kernel [2026]
Linus Torvalds, the lead maintainer of the Linux kernel, has stated that the project will not take an anti-AI stance. He believes that developers who object to AI tools should create their own fork of the kernel or leave the project. Torvalds emphasized that AI is a useful tool for software development, and the debate should focus on its economic model rather than its utility.
Morning Tech Bits
This article provides a brief update on various software versions, including Visual Studio Code 1.128.1, Visual Studio 2026 18.8.0, SQL Server Management Studio 22.8.0, Notepad++ v8.9.7, Evernote 11.25.6, and TeraCopy for Windows 4.0.3.2. It also mentions UniGetUI.
'Slopfix': A software team is charging up to $10,000 to clean up AI-generated code, with the help of *checks…
A software team named Slopfix is offering a service to clean up AI-generated code, charging up to $10,000 per project. They utilize an AI tool called Claude Code, but claim to maintain strict control over its output. This service addresses the growing issue of low-quality, inefficient code produced by AI, a problem also faced by projects like a PlayStation 3 emulator and the Godot game engine.
'No bloat, no telemetry, no nonsense.' Former Microsoft coding wizard makes an OG Notepad clone that's…
Former Microsoft developer Dave Plummer has created a functional clone of the original Windows Notepad application, achieving an incredibly small file size of just 2.6 kilobytes. This project highlights the bloat in modern software and serves as an exercise in efficient coding, drawing parallels to the size constraints of early video game development.
Nintendo building Technology Development Centre as R&D base for new hardware and software
Nintendo has announced plans to construct a new Technology Development Centre on land it acquired in Kyoto in 2022. This facility will serve as a research and development base for new hardware and innovative software.
Evening Mobilization
Apple has explained the reasons behind the significant overhaul of Siri in iOS 17, detailing the development process and the challenges involved in its major update. The company highlighted the complexity of integrating new AI capabilities and improving user interaction.
AI Yi-Yi!
Apple's Camera Chief believes Artificial Intelligence can grant users enhanced capabilities. Separately, developers have released 'unblockable' ASCII video streaming software, raising concerns about the potential for unstoppable advertisements.
Cheat Engine now has a Linux version released
Cheat Engine, a popular game modification tool, has officially released a version for Linux, marking its first official support for the operating system. The tool, which helps users modify single-player games by scanning and altering memory variables, also includes debugging and system inspection features. The latest version, 7.7, requires Patreon support for download on Linux and macOS, similar to its Windows counterpart.
How To Set Up Your MacBook For Power Users & Developers (2026 Complete Guide)
This comprehensive guide details how to optimize a new MacBook for power users and developers by customizing macOS. It covers essential steps like installing Homebrew for package management, replacing the default Terminal with iTerm2, setting up zsh with Oh My Zsh, and configuring essential command-line tools. The guide also recommends productivity apps like Rectangle, AltTab, and Raycast, emphasizes browser privacy with Firefox and specific extensions, and provides setup instructions for VS Code and Node.js. Finally, it touches on system settings, break timers, and best practices for reproducibility and backups.
