FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed to lawmakers that the agency has resumed purchasing commercially available data on American citizens. This practice allows federal investigators to access location history without a warrant, drawing criticism from privacy advocates and prompting new legislative proposals.
Billionaire tech investor Peter Thiel is hosting private lectures in Rome suggesting the Antichrist could be a global government system exploiting fears around artificial intelligence. The events have prompted Vatican caution and led Catholic institutions to distance themselves due to ideological conflicts with the Pope.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has defended DLSS 5 against recent criticism, clarifying that the technology relies on neural rendering controlled by developers rather than simple post-processing. However, reports suggest that major studios like Capcom and Ubisoft were unaware of the announcement until it went public.
Industry veterans from the original Guitar Hero and Rock Band teams have formed Echo Foundry Interactive to launch 'Sound System'. The new title focuses on community creation and accessibility, hitting PCs this October for $24.99.
Sony is proactively refunding PlayStation players for their purchases in Highguard after the game was taken offline. The title, developed by Wildlight Entertainment, shut down mere weeks after its launch despite attempts to update the gameplay.
Bethesda pledged to refine the lighting effects in Starfield following significant fan backlash regarding Nvidia's new DLSS 5 technology. Critics slammed the AI-driven visuals as "slop," prompting the studio to assure players that final adjustments will remain under artist control.
Microsoft is rolling out a new Xbox firmware update that finally allows users to disable Quick Resume for specific titles. The update also introduces expanded color customization options and increases the limit for home screen groups.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has publicly addressed the backlash surrounding DLSS 5, stating that critics claiming the technology produces 'AI slop' are 'completely wrong.' He argues that the feature is a sophisticated form of neural rendering that allows developers full artistic control, rather than a mere post-processing filter.
Embark Studios has announced that co-founder and CCO Rob Runesson has left the company following public allegations of sexual misconduct. While an external legal investigation did not substantiate the claims, the studio stated the situation had become unsustainable.
Recent high-profile studies regarding AI's impact on the workforce are being criticized for excluding widespread uses like explicit content generation and spam. Critics argue that ignoring these significant sectors creates a skewed perception of the technology's true economic influence.
Nvidia's unveiling of DLSS 5 has sparked significant criticism from gamers and developers who claim the AI technology ruins original art direction. Industry figures describe the visual enhancements as 'uncanny' and 'garbage,' prompting Nvidia to clarify that developers retain full control over the final aesthetic.
Bethesda is launching a major Starfield update on April 7, featuring a PS5 port and the new Terran Armada DLC. The update introduces free-form space exploration, enhanced inventory management, and new gameplay mechanics designed to address community feedback.
Bethesda's Todd Howard recently expressed regret over the early announcement of The Elder Scrolls 6, joking that fans should pretend the game doesn't exist. The comments came during a discussion about Starfield updates, where he elaborated on his philosophy regarding the timing of game reveals.
A court ruling has revealed that Krafton's CEO utilized ChatGPT to devise a strategy to fire Unknown Worlds' founder and avoid a $250 million bonus payment. The judge ordered the developer's reinstatement, exposing the AI-assisted corporate scheme.
An Israeli journalist faced a campaign of harassment and death threats from users of the prediction platform Polymarket who sought to manipulate the outcome of a wager. The gamblers demanded he alter a factual report regarding an Iranian missile strike to prevent losing their bets. The incident highlights the dangerous intersection of gambling technology, real-world events, and journalistic integrity.
