The rapid advancement of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is not only reshaping human life but also revolutionizing the gaming industry. Non-playable characters (NPCs), which populate virtual worlds in video games and typically rely on limited scripts, are now being targeted as one of the primary areas where AI can enhance gameplay and immersion. The recent
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China’s sudden announcement of new regulations aimed at curbing excessive gaming and spending sent shockwaves through the financial markets. As a result, Tencent, NetEase, and Bilibili, some of the largest online gaming-related companies, collectively lost about $43.5 billion in market value on Friday. This unexpected move by China’s National Press and Publication Administration had a
Anthropic, a leading AI startup, is currently in discussions to secure a funding round worth $750 million, spearheaded by Menlo Ventures. This investment would position Anthropic at a staggering valuation of up to $18.4 billion, marking an incredible growth trajectory compared to its previous valuation of $4.1 billion earlier this year. The company, co-founded by
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize various industries, including intellectual property rights and patent law. However, the recent ruling by the U.K.’s highest court has highlighted a significant barrier for AI. In a decision that will have far-reaching implications for the future of AI tools, the court ruled that AI cannot be listed as an
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has recently made a significant announcement regarding its leadership structure. Chairman Dr. Mark Liu has revealed his decision to retire from the company after the 2024 annual shareholders meeting. This strategic move presents an opportunity for a successor to take the helm and steer the world’s leading semiconductor producer into
Apple has announced a temporary pause in the sales of two of its latest Apple Watch models in the United States. This action is due to an ongoing intellectual property dispute surrounding the Blood Oxygen feature included in these watches. The decision follows two orders from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that impose restrictions
In a recent development, Microsoft-owned video game publisher Activision Blizzard has reached a settlement agreement with a California state agency over allegations of gender discrimination. The California Civil Rights Department accused the company of denying promotions and paying women less than their male counterparts. As part of the settlement, Activision Blizzard will pay approximately $55
The proliferation of disinformation on social media platforms continues to be a concerning issue, and now, TikTok has come under scrutiny for the spread of fake accounts spreading false narratives about Russia’s war in Ukraine. The Chinese social media giant has revealed data showing that millions of people were targeted with content that aimed to
General Motors’ Cruise is facing yet another setback as the company announced internally that it will be laying off 900 employees, accounting for 24% of its workforce, according to a confirmation from the company to CNBC. The layoffs primarily targeted commercial operations and related corporate functions, further adding to the turmoil that the robotaxi startup
Adobe, the software maker, saw a sharp drop in its shares during extended trading on Wednesday following the release of a forecast for 2024 that fell short of expectations. While the company’s earnings per share of $4.27 and revenue of $5.05 billion exceeded consensus estimates for the fiscal fourth quarter, its projection for the new