The nominees for the public-voted Steam Awards have finally been revealed, and to say that the selection is bewildering would be an understatement. As I peruse the list, I can’t help but feel perplexed. The lineup seems to be dominated by games with large multiplayer communities, raising suspicions that the nominations may have been swayed
Small robots have always played a crucial role in exploring and inspecting confined spaces that larger robots cannot access. Their ability to navigate around obstacles and carefully maneuver in tight spaces makes them invaluable in scenarios such as inspecting machinery or navigating through disaster-stricken areas. However, the challenge lies in building small robots that are
Fluid dynamics, a branch of physics that studies the motion and behavior of fluids, has long been considered as a complex and technical field. However, at the American Physical Society’s annual meeting, the Division of Fluid Dynamics reveals an extraordinary side of this discipline through their captivating images and videos. In this article, we will
Smartphone users, particularly those who own Apple and Samsung devices, have recently been alerted to high-risk security vulnerabilities that could potentially compromise their sensitive information. In response to these concerns, manufacturers such as Apple and Samsung regularly release updates and security patches to ensure the robustness of their devices. However, despite their efforts, instances of
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
In a recent interview with IGN, Swen Vincke, the head of Larian Studios, shared some disappointing news for fans of Baldur’s Gate 3. He stated that the studio had always been resistant to the idea of the game being available on Microsoft’s subscription service, PC Game Pass. This decision comes from a place of understanding
As the world strives to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and embrace low-carbon energy alternatives, scientists have developed a cutting-edge deep learning model to scan the Earth’s surface for signs of subsurface reservoirs of naturally occurring free hydrogen. This groundbreaking algorithm focuses on identifying ovoids or semicircular depressions (SCDs) that often form near areas associated
When two lead ions collide at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), a remarkable phenomenon occurs. A hot and dense state of matter known as quark-gluon plasma is formed, where quarks and gluons are no longer confined within composite particles called hadrons. This unique fireball of particles, believed to have existed moments after the Big Bang,
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
Indie film studio A24 and game developer Kojima Productions have joined forces to bring the popular video game, Death Stranding, to the big screen. This exciting announcement comes just in time for Kojima Productions’ 8th anniversary and has sparked anticipation among fans. Unlike a typical video game adaptation, the film will not be a direct