A whistleblower complaint reveals that a former software engineer allegedly downloaded restricted databases containing personal details of over 500 million Americans. The former employee reportedly claimed to have had unrestricted access to Social Security Administration systems before moving to a private contractor.
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr has voiced support for a $111 billion deal involving Larry Ellison and Paramount acquiring Warner Bros, despite backing from Saudi and Chinese investors. This stance contrasts sharply with his previous hardline opposition to foreign influence in U.S. media during the TikTok controversy.
A new class action lawsuit alleges Valve operates an illegal gambling platform through loot boxes in Counter-Strike 2 and other titles. The suit seeks billions in damages, claiming the company targeted minors and utilized casino-like psychological mechanics.
Despite releasing a string of highly-rated titles recently, Sega reports that critical success has not translated into stronger sales figures. The company is now restructuring its marketing approach to focus on global strategies and data-driven sales.
The UK's Performing Right Society has initiated legal action against Valve Corporation for allegedly hosting games with unlicensed music on Steam. The lawsuit follows years of failed negotiations regarding royalties for songwriters and composers.
Modders have officially announced a 'Community Edition' of Dark Messiah with support from Ubisoft and Valve, aiming to stabilize the classic title on the Source 1 SDK. Alongside this major reveal, an RTX Lite mod is now available for public testing, featuring comprehensive texture updates and lighting improvements.
Uber has officially rolled out its 'Women Preferences' feature across the United States, allowing women to request female drivers for added comfort and safety. This expansion follows successful pilot programs and makes the option available to drivers in over 40 countries globally.
Long-time Nintendo developer Goro Abe has announced his retirement from the company following a 27-year tenure. Best known for his extensive work on the WarioWare series, Abe is leaving the gaming industry to transition into a career in education.
Minksworks has updated its upcoming game Honcho with an unusual character option following player feedback regarding the female protagonist. Players can now choose to play as a sentient block of tofu, a creative compromise by the solo developer to address immersion concerns without the high cost of adding a male character model.
A proposed class-action lawsuit alleges Meta misled consumers about the privacy of its Ray-Ban smart glasses after reports surfaced that subcontractors viewed sensitive user footage, including nudity and sexual acts. The company confirms human review is used for AI training but claims safeguards like blurring are in place.
A comprehensive analysis by Buffer reveals a major shake-up in social media engagement trends for 2025. Data shows Instagram and Threads facing steep interaction declines, while platforms like X and Facebook enjoy surprising growth in user activity.
A surge of AI-generated game guides containing false information and plagiarized content has been discovered on Amazon, targeting titles like Resident Evil Requiem and the unreleased Pragmata. These unofficial publications mislead consumers with fabricated gameplay details and stolen artwork.
Despite Battlefield 6 becoming the best-selling game in the U.S. for 2025, Electronic Arts has conducted layoffs across four of its development studios. The company cites organizational realignment as the reason for the cuts, aiming to better focus on community feedback amidst a decline in player retention.
A significant number of international game developers are boycotting the Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco. Citing concerns over aggressive US border policies, detainment risks, and political hostility, many industry professionals feel the personal risks now outweigh the event's benefits.
Ballistic Moon, the studio behind the recent Until Dawn remake, has been officially dissolved following UK government filings in February 2026. The closure comes after a series of layoffs and a mixed reception to the studio's sole released project.
