Dead Cells, the popular metroidvania game, is taking its journey to a whole new level with the announcement of a full animated television series. Produced by the talented French animation studio Bobbypills, fans are in for a treat with this upcoming adaptation. The first trailer for the series has been released, showcasing a different animation
The field of soft robotics has seen a significant breakthrough with the discovery of a new physical mechanism by Virginia Tech physicists. This innovative approach, as discussed in a recent paper published in Physical Review Letters, showcases the potential to enhance the performance of soft devices, such as flexible robots and drug delivery capsules. Led
The rejection of the union drive at Mercedes-Benz’s Alabama facilities marks a significant setback to the United Auto Workers’ ambitious campaign to organize the American South. The preliminary tally released by the National Labor Relations Board revealed that 2,642 workers voted against unionization, while 2,045 were in favor, resulting in a margin of 56 to
Spotify, the popular music streaming platform, is currently facing a lawsuit in a US federal court for allegedly underpaying songwriters, composers, and publishers. The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC), a non-profit organization responsible for collecting and distributing royalties from music streaming services, filed the lawsuit in New York. The lawsuit claims that Spotify made changes to
The recent resignation of Jan Leike, a key OpenAI researcher, has shed light on the growing concerns within the company regarding the balance between developing cutting-edge AI technology and ensuring safety protocols are in place. Leike’s departure came in the wake of OpenAI disbanding the team dedicated to addressing long-term AI risks, known as the
The University of Bristol has achieved a significant milestone in the field of quantum technology by successfully integrating the world’s smallest quantum light detector onto a silicon chip. This breakthrough, detailed in the paper “A Bi-CMOS electronic photonic integrated circuit quantum light detector” published in Science Advances, marks a crucial step towards harnessing the power
Tesla, the electric-vehicle maker, recently announced a significant restructuring that includes the elimination of approximately 600 employees across its manufacturing facilities and engineering offices in California. The job cuts, ranging from entry-level positions to director roles, have impacted various departments, including factory workers, software developers, and robotics engineers. The decision to cut jobs comes as
Recent rumors suggest that Creative Assembly, the renowned studio behind the Total War series, may be working on a licensed Star Wars title. However, it is essential to note that these rumors are not confirmed and are based on information from what is described as a “reliable source” by Dualshockers. According to the source, three
OpenAI, a leading research organization dedicated to developing artificial intelligence, had established a superalignment team last year to address the potential risks associated with advanced AI systems. However, recent developments have led to the disbanding of this team and the absorption of its work into other research efforts within the company. Departures and Resignations Key
The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) recently made a breakthrough in the field of optoelectronic devices by developing a new three-terminal diode that can both emit and detect light. This innovative diode, presented in a paper published in Nature Electronics, opens up new possibilities for highly performing wireless communication and light-driven computing