On Thursday, Australia made a controversial yet landmark decision to implement a social media ban for individuals under the age of 16, asserting itself as a global pioneer with one of the strictest regulations targeting major technology firms. This move unfolded following a passionate national debate underlining growing concerns over the mental health repercussions on
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The gaming landscape has been profoundly affected by the emergence of platforms like Valve’s Steam. However, a significant lawsuit has brought some of its practices under scrutiny—particularly its contentious 30% revenue cut from game sales. This ongoing case has evolved into a class-action lawsuit that may usher in changes that could benefit developers and publishers
Ndemic Creations has successfully tapped into the cross-section of entertainment and real-world events with its mobile strategy simulator, *Plague Inc*. The game allows players to simulate the spread of disease, which, during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, resonated with millions seeking to make sense of an uncontrollable reality. Now, the studio appears to be
The semiconductor equipment industry observed a notable uptick in stock prices on Thursday, primarily due to emerging reports indicating the United States might implement new sanctions on China’s chip sector. Unlike previous proposals, which were deemed stringent, these impending sanctions appear to be more moderate. Companies like ASML experienced approximately a 3.6% increase in trading
In a dramatic turn of events, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, recently met with President-elect Donald Trump at the opulent Mar-a-Lago. This unexpected rendezvous has ignited conversations about the future trajectory of American innovation and the tech giant’s role in the political arena. With both figures holding significant influence in their respective domains, the
In the rapidly changing terrain of social media, platforms must evolve almost on a dime to meet user expectations and stand out from the competition. With the rise of Bluesky, an app that has garnered significant attention as an alternative to Twitter, Instagram’s Threads is rolling out strategic updates that will enhance user experience and
In an era where traditional game mechanics often drown players in micromanagement and relentless complexity, Solitomb surfaces as a refreshing alternative. This solitaire-inspired dungeon crawler invites players to engage in battles against demons through the strategic use of playing cards. Developed by Jakub Wasilewski—who previously brought us the critically acclaimed Slipways—Solitomb transforms card game tropes
In a significant breakthrough for artificial intelligence, Hugging Face has unveiled SmolVLM, a pioneering vision-language model that stands to revolutionize the way businesses integrate AI into their operations. This compact model efficiently processes both textual and visual data while utilizing a fraction of the computational resources that have become synonymous with its larger counterparts. The
In recent years, the emergence of social media platforms has brought about a dual-edged sword regarding mental health, particularly among younger users. As these platforms evolve, they not only serve as spaces for connection and creativity but also inadvertently contribute to the psychological pressures faced by their users. TikTok, one of the fastest-growing social media
Reddit, a platform renowned for its user-generated content and discussion boards, is undergoing a strategic evolution aimed at bolstering its international appeal, particularly in emerging markets like India and Brazil. During a recent conversation with CNBC, Jen Wong, the chief operating officer of Reddit, highlighted the need for the platform to diversify its user base