The UK government has signaled it may end Palantir's involvement in the NHS Federated Data Platform next spring due to criticism over performance and value. MPs argue the system is difficult to use and creates a 'lock-in' that fails to secure intellectual property rights for the NHS.
A Washington Post investigation utilized artificial intelligence to analyze over 1,400 hours of live streams, revealing that a deplatformed influencer has raised nearly $900,000 through a 'shadow economy' of micro-donations on alternative video platforms.
Ubisoft has officially announced a worldwide reveal showcase for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. The event is set to broadcast on April 23rd, promising new details on the beloved pirate-themed adventure.
Two decades after its release, Okami remains a unique milestone in gaming history, blending Japanese folklore with action-adventure mechanics. This retrospective explores how the title distinguished itself from the Zelda franchise through its innovative Celestial Brush system and distinctive sumi-e art style.
Maryland is set to become the first state to outlaw 'surveillance pricing,' a tactic where companies use personal data to charge individuals different prices for the same goods. The bill awaits Governor Wes Moore's signature, though consumer advocates warn of loopholes regarding loyalty programs.
Palantir Technologies ignited a fierce debate after suggesting the U.S. should move away from an all-volunteer military force in favor of universal national service. The proposal, rooted in the company's new book, drew immediate criticism regarding the influence of defense contractors on public policy and the ethics of mandatory service.
Mega Crit has released a comprehensive roadmap for Slay the Spire 2 featuring new characters and acts, but refuses to commit to specific release dates. The studio aims to maintain a healthy work pace to ensure high quality, avoiding what it calls 'Sloppy Spire 2.'
A growing trend known as 'degree hacking' allows students to utilize competency-based online learning to secure bachelor's and master's degrees in record time. While proponents celebrate the cost savings and speed, accreditation officials and academics are raising red flags regarding academic integrity and the true value of these rapid credentials.
Solo developer Pawsmonaut Games reveals AETHUS, a new entry in the mining simulation genre that emphasizes a deep narrative and ethical game development. Players will explore a dystopian sci-fi world while building their own mining operations free from corporate influence.
Despite substantial corporate investments and optimistic earnings calls, current economic data shows little productivity growth from AI, mirroring the IT struggles of the 1980s. Studies reveal that while executives remain hopeful for future gains, actual workplace adoption faces hurdles like 'brain fog' and limited usage hours.
Playnix has released a new console-style gaming PC priced at €1,139, combining AMD Ryzen 5 processing power with a Radeon RX 9060 XT GPU. The compact system ships with an Arch-based Linux OS and aims to deliver 4K 60 FPS gaming performance in a living room-friendly form factor.
Capcom has announced that its new sci-fi action-adventure title, Pragmata, has sold over one million units worldwide in just two days. The success of the original intellectual property is attributed to early demo access and a multi-platform strategy that included Nintendo Switch 2 support.
A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration violated the First Amendment by pressuring Apple and Facebook to remove content critical of ICE. The court found that government officials coerced the tech companies to censor protected speech, granting a preliminary injunction to halt the practice.
A US court has ordered the shadow library Anna's Archive to pay $322 million in damages after scraping millions of commercial sound recordings from Spotify. The default judgement was issued after the anonymous operators failed to defend against copyright infringement claims.
A new survey reveals that 44% of game industry professionals are contemplating leaving the sector due to widespread redundancies and instability. The report highlights significant job insecurity, with the UK identified as the most impacted region.
