Valve has made a stealthy and minimalistic announcement of their new game, Deadlock. The announcement came in the form of a simple Steam page listing Valve as the developer and publisher of the game. The page also mentioned that Deadlock is currently in early development, with temporary art and experimental gameplay. The access to the
The recent developments in iPhone functionalities available in Europe have stirred up feelings of envy among iPhone users outside of the European region. The disparity in features such as third-party app stores, browser engine options, Fortnite availability, and the ability to replace default apps has sparked frustration and disappointment. While Apple has taken some steps
The latest news in the tech and entertainment world has brought excitement to Pokémon fans with the announcement of a new all-Pokémon FAST channel. This channel, brought to viewers by Canadian distributor WildBrain, will feature the first 22 seasons of the original Pokémon anime. It is set to kick off in the US, with plans
Venture capitalists are increasingly turning to the secondary market to purchase shares of late-stage startups, particularly those in the artificial intelligence (AI) space. This trend is driven by the desire to secure stakes in the most promising startups, but it comes with risks. One method that VCs are using to access these shares is through
The concept of disappearing posts on social networks has rapidly gained popularity among users who prefer transient content or those who frequently delete their posts through third-party tools. Recently, Threads surprised users by announcing the testing of ephemeral posts as an internal prototype, only to later reveal that they are now experimenting with posts that
Sonos is currently running a Labor Day sale with discounts on a variety of smart speakers and soundbars until September 2nd. The sale includes popular devices such as the Sonos Era 100 and portable Move 2, both of which are 20 percent off. The Era 100 is available for $199, while the Move 2 is
As a senior reporter who has spent over a decade focusing on wearables, health tech, and more, the search for the perfect running earbuds has been an ongoing quest for me. Recently, I revisited this quest after moving to a new location where ambient noise posed a challenge to my previous favorite earbuds. In this
Los Angeles has long been known for its traffic congestion, with commuters facing the daunting choice of either driving or taking public transportation. The city’s roads became so congested that in the 1990s, people were resorting to putting furniture like refrigerators and desks in their cars to cope with the horrendous traffic. Movies such as
AI models are becoming increasingly prevalent in various industries, including the medical field. However, the outcomes of these models are often inconsistent. This inconsistency is particularly noticeable in the field of neurology, where analyzing brain scan data is crucial for diagnosing and treating brain disorders. Piramidal, a startup founded by Dimitris Sakellariou and Kris Pahuja,
Two former OpenAI researchers, Daniel Kokotajlo and William Saunders, who resigned earlier this year due to safety concerns, have expressed disappointment with OpenAI’s stance on California’s bill to prevent AI disasters, SB 1047. They believe that OpenAI is engaging in a “reckless” pursuit of dominance in the AI field, contrary to their former boss, Sam
The gaming industry has seen a significant shift in recent years with 4K gaming panels becoming more affordable for the average consumer. One such example is the Dough Spectrum One, a premium model that was originally priced at $800 but is now available for just $369 on NewEgg. The Catch Despite the attractive price point,
Technology enthusiasts everywhere have experienced the frustration of trying to remove a graphics card, only to be met with complex retention mechanisms that seem counterintuitive and user-unfriendly. ASUS, a leading manufacturer in the industry, has unveiled their latest innovation at Gamescom 2024 – the PCIe Q-Release Slim. This new mechanism promises to revolutionize the way
The recent ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has resurrected a lawsuit against the anonymous messaging service Yolo, shedding light on the complexities of legal battles in the digital age. The case revolves around allegations that Yolo failed to unmask bullies on its platform, leading to serious consequences for its users. This ruling
The collaboration between Meta and Spotify has once again brought to light the challenges posed by EU regulations on open-source AI development. According to a joint statement released by both companies, the existing privacy regulations are hindering innovation in this field. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Spotify CEO Daniel Ek have raised concerns about the
The recent civil lawsuit filed by the US Department of Justice against RealPage, a Texas-based firm that provides commercial revenue management software for landlords, has brought to light some alarming allegations. The lawsuit claims that RealPage’s algorithm is effectively enabling landlords to coordinate and manipulate rental prices, hindering competition in the market. This raises serious
OLED display technology has revolutionized the visual experience with its stunning picture quality. However, it is not without its flaws. One of the major issues with OLED displays is the limited full-screen brightness and the problem of burn-in. These shortcomings can be directly linked to the inefficiency of blue OLED subpixel technology. Unlike red and