Ubisoft investigates hack attempt
"Assassin's Creed" publisher Ubisoft said Tuesday it was investigating a suspected data security breach, in the latest cyberattack against a major actor in the video game industry.
Dec 27, 2023
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China approves 105 online games after draft curbs trigger massive losses
China's press and publications authority has approved 105 new online games, saying it fully supports the industry after proposed curbs caused massive losses last week for investors in major games makers.
Dec 25, 2023
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E3: why the world's biggest video game event just closed for good—and what's next for the industry
The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), an annual trade event for the video game industry, has been permanently cancelled by its organizers, who cited the COVID pandemic and changes in company marketing techniques as the ...
Dec 21, 2023
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YouTube video recommendations lead to more extremist content for right-leaning users, researchers suggest
YouTube tends to recommend videos that are similar to what people have already watched. New research has found that those recommendations can lead users down a rabbit hole of extremist political content.
Dec 14, 2023
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Unmanned surface vehicles ensure reservoir security in China
A new drone boat has successfully completed its mission in a reservoir located in Shenzhen, China. Developed by a collaborative research team led by scientists from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) of Chinese ...
Dec 11, 2023
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'Bad buzz': How video games learnt to embrace diversity
The most notorious, violent and often sexist video game "Grand Theft Auto" is finally dropping a playable woman character into its testosterone-fueled world, capping a wider trend towards more inclusivity in the gaming industry.
Dec 5, 2023
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Grand Theft Auto: built for the long haul
In a video game industry known for cranking out sequels, Rockstar Games has cashed in big by making "Grand Theft Auto" fans painfully wait for their next fix of the shoot 'em up blockbuster.
Dec 5, 2023
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'Grand Theft Auto VI' trailer drops, flagging 2025 release
Millions of video game fans got their first glimpse Tuesday of "Grand Theft Auto VI", after a trailer landed on YouTube promising the first woman lead character and a 2025 release date for the latest installment of one of ...
Dec 5, 2023
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Automotive
GM's Cruise robotaxi service faces fine in alleged cover-up of San Francisco accident's severity
California regulators are alleging a San Francisco robotaxi service owned by General Motors covered up the severity of an accident involving one of its driverless cars, raising the specter they may add a fine to the recent ...
Dec 5, 2023
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'Get Ready With Me': Video genre that focuses on everyday life is everywhere—and not slowing down
"Get Ready with Me"—to go on a date, go to work or ... get fired? "Get Ready with Me" videos are everywhere these days, and they're as straightforward as the name suggests. Social media users, often influencers, invite ...
Nov 27, 2023
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