The recent revelation of Elon Musk’s staggering $44.9 billion pay plan has sparked intense debates regarding the ethics of executive compensation. While the median CEO pay in the U.S. is already significantly higher than the average worker’s salary, Musk’s package is in a league of its own. With his compensation being nearly 200 times higher
Creating a demo for a big showcase or event can be a daunting task for game developers, as highlighted by Luke Plunkett in his interview with ‘Albert’, an anonymous industry vet. The pressure to deliver a polished and enticing teaser, even when the project is in its nascent stages, can lead to what ‘Albert’ describes
Robot dogs have become an increasingly common fixture across the US military, serving various purposes beyond patrolling sensitive installations. These robots have been deployed at strategic locations throughout Tyndall Air Force Base to complement the efforts of security forces. They are designed to be an additional set of eyes and ears, assisting in computing large
League Of Geeks, the Australian game development studio known for titles such as Armello and Solium Infernum, has announced that they will be going “into hibernation”. This decision comes as a result of financial difficulties, with the studio admitting that the current economic situation in the gaming industry has made it challenging for them to
Philips Hue is known for its innovative approach to smart lighting, and their latest creation, the “Twilight” bedside lamp, is no exception. According to reports on HueBlog.com, this new lamp will feature two buttons on top for easy control of power, scene selection, and sleep automation. What sets the “Twilight” apart is its rear LEDs
Nintendo, a household name in the gaming industry today, had humble beginnings in the United States back in 1980. A recently restored commercial for its handheld device, Toss-Up, from the “Game & Watch” series sheds light on the company’s early days in the US market. Surprisingly, the commercial does not mention Nintendo or Game &
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have made significant advancements in recent years, particularly in natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision algorithms. The key driving force behind this progress is the exponential growth of datasets used to train these algorithms. However, when it comes to training data for robot control and planning algorithms, the scenario is
Generative AI has the potential to revolutionize the workforce dynamics by enhancing rather than replacing human capabilities. Unlike traditional AI, which often leads to job displacement, generative AI can significantly boost productivity and job satisfaction, especially for less-skilled workers. However, the uneven access to AI technologies could exacerbate existing inequalities as those lacking digital infrastructure
Apple has made a groundbreaking announcement about its new phase in technology: Apple Intelligence. This new iteration of artificial intelligence will revolutionize the way users interact with their iPhones, iPads, and Macs. While the concept of AI is not new, Apple’s take on generative AI is expected to be one of the most user-friendly and
In light of recent privacy complaints filed against Meta by a privacy campaign group in Europe, the social media giant has decided to put a halt on using personal data to train its artificial intelligence technology. The complaints, which were filed in 11 European countries, highlighted concerns regarding Meta’s intended changes to its privacy policy.