Nightingale, a Baroque wilderness-builder game, faced criticism with its early access version being described as “a numbers grind disguised as a gaslamp survival game”. Despite the initial disappointment, the game developers are working on a new update called Realms Rebuilt, which aims to bring significant changes to the overall gameplay experience. One of the most
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YouTube is making changes to its advertising strategy by introducing longer ad breaks in Connected TV experiences. This decision comes after research showed that the majority of YouTube viewers prefer grouped video ads over scattered shorter ad slots. By implementing longer ad breaks, YouTube aims to provide viewers with uninterrupted content blocks, leading to longer
In light of recent events involving misinformation fueling anti-immigration protests and controversial comments made by X owner Elon Musk in the U.K., Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour government is contemplating the reinforcement of internet safety regulations. It has been reported by industry sources that there are discussions underway regarding a review of the Online Safety
When diving into the world of Reptilian Rising, one cannot help but be reminded of the charm of the Adam and Joe show and their home movie recreations using stuffed animals and action figures. This type of nostalgic stop motion animation brings a sense of whimsy and creativity to the game, invoking a feeling of
A recent report by the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) has revealed that Instagram has not been successful in removing toxic comments directed at Vice President Kamala Harris and other prominent female politicians as the 2024 election approaches. The research conducted by the non-profit organization involved analyzing over 560,000 comments on Instagram posts from
As the field of artificial intelligence continues to advance, the risks associated with its use also increase. To address these risks, researchers from MIT and other institutions have developed the AI Risk Repository. This database contains over 700 documented risks posed by AI systems, providing decision-makers in government, research, and industry with valuable insights on
The introduction of a new analytics dashboard in Threads for desktop users is an interesting development. This feature provides users with a range of performance insights for their profiles. With this new dashboard, users can access data on various elements such as overall “Views”, “Interactions” by followers and non-followers, and follower growth and makeup. This
The European Commission recently issued a stern warning to X Corp. owner Elon Musk and CEO Linda Yaccarino regarding the spread of illegal content on their social media platform. The warning specifically addressed incitements to violence and hate speech that have been circulating on the platform. European Commissioner for the internal market, Thierry Breton, penned
Recently, Patreon announced that memberships sold on its iOS app will soon be subject to Apple’s 30 percent commission on in-app purchases. This new requirement from Apple will begin in November and creators will need to switch to Patreon’s subscription billing method to continue earning money through the iOS app. With the implementation of Apple’s
The world lost a true visionary with the passing of Susan Wojcicki, Google’s 16th employee and the CEO of YouTube. After a brave battle with lung cancer, Susan passed away at the age of 56, leaving behind a legacy that has forever changed the tech industry. Her contributions to Google and YouTube have had a