The intersection between games that draw inspiration from sources outside of the gaming world and my personal interest is undeniable. Recently, I came across a fascinating thread where indie developers were sharing the non-game influences behind their projects. This trend sheds light on the diverse inspirations that shape the direction of these indie games, ranging
WhatsApp recently made some significant updates to its “Status” feature, offering users more creative ways to personalize their ephemeral updates. The changes include a revamped presentation style for font and color options in the Status composer. Additionally, users now have access to a variety of font styles and can now change the color of their
Self-driving technology has been making significant strides in recent years, and Volvo is at the forefront of this innovation. The company has partnered with Aurora, a leading autonomous driving technology company, to create a “production-ready” self-driving truck based on Volvo’s new VNL Class 8 semi-truck. This groundbreaking collaboration promises to revolutionize long-haul transportation and pave
Scarlett Johansson, famous for her roles in movies such as “Her,” recently revealed that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman used a voice similar to hers for the artificial intelligence voice software without her permission. Johansson disclosed that Altman approached her last September with an invitation to voice the ChatGPT AI, but she declined the offer for
Recent research conducted by scientists from the Universities of Manchester and Cambridge has unveiled a groundbreaking discovery in the field of quantum information storage. By studying a “single atomic defect” in a layered 2D material known as hexagonal boron nitride (hBN), researchers have demonstrated the ability to retain quantum information for microseconds at room temperature.
The British government has taken a significant step towards enhancing AI safety measures by expanding its AI Safety Institute to the United States. This move signifies the government’s commitment to tackling the risks associated with advanced AI models on a global scale. By opening a counterpart to its AI safety summit in San Francisco this
A recent discovery by a dedicated Call of Duty fan has shed light on a previously unknown alternate ending to the iconic Modern Warfare 3. This cut sequence, unearthed by data-diving enthusiast “yoyo1love” and shared by YouTuber Vlad Loktionov, offers a starkly different conclusion to the final chapter of the original trilogy. In this unreleased
Reports have surfaced indicating that LG is halting its collaboration with Meta in developing an extended reality (XR) device, intended to rival Apple’s Vision Pro headset. The joint venture, announced just three months ago, is said to have hit a roadblock due to a perceived lack of “synergy” between the two companies. Despite claims of
Electronic engineers have been pushing the boundaries of transistor design in recent years, with a focus on creating smaller and more efficient transistors. Traditional silicon-based field effect transistors (FETs) have limitations when it comes to scaling down to smaller sizes. This has led to the exploration of alternative designs using materials such as Transition Metal
In the bustling city of Ajmer, Rajasthan, local politician Shakti Singh Rathore found himself being introduced to the world of deepfakes on a scorching April afternoon. This encounter marked a new chapter in Indian politics as Rathore sat down in front of a greenscreen to shoot a short video, nervous yet intrigued. Deepfakes, the phenomenon