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technology28 days ago•16 min saved

Xbox Expands AI Copilot Across Its Platform While Promising Creator Protections

Microsoft outlined three AI features—Auto Super Resolution, AI-clipped highlights, and Gaming Copilot—rolling out from PC and mobile to Xbox Series X/S later this year, aiming to improve discovery and player assistance while keeping creative control in the hands of developers. The company signaled it may license creator content to compensate for AI uses, emphasizing that AI should amplify creators, not replace them, though concrete licensing details remain undisclosed.

via Kotaku|

#ai #content-creators #gaming-copilot

gaming1 month ago•14 min saved

Highguard fallout: dev's blame-the-gamers rant fuels widespread backlash

A now-deleted post from Highguard's development team blaming gamers and content creators for launch issues sparked sharp backlash, with commentary from Shroud and Asmongold and reports of layoffs at Wildlight underscoring industry fatigue over how feedback is handled.

via Notebookcheck|

#backlash #content-creators #gamers

technology3 months ago•6 min saved

Asus Unveils Innovative Laptops and Devices for Creators and Gamers

Asus and GoPro have launched a co-branded ProArt GoPro Edition laptop aimed at content creators, featuring GoPro-inspired design, powerful specs including AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 processor, 128GB RAM, and a 3K OLED touchscreen, priced at $2,400. The device emphasizes portability and integration with GoPro's ecosystem, including a custom package and a subscription to GoPro Cloud Plus. While targeted at adventure and action content creators, questions remain about its ruggedness and overall appeal in a competitive market.

via PetaPixel|

#asus #collaboration #content-creators

world5 months ago•6 min saved

The Sims Faces Industry Challenges Amid EA Buyout and Calls for Diversity

The Sims 4 community and its top content creators are distancing themselves from EA following its $55 billion acquisition by investors including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners, due to concerns over potential anti-LGBTQ influences and the company's future direction. Major creators are leaving the EA Creator program, citing moral and community concerns, while some are choosing to wait and see, fearing career impacts. EA has issued statements to reassure fans, but fears about the game's inclusivity and community integrity persist.

via The Verge|

#community-backlash #content-creators #ea-buyout

technology5 months ago•4 min saved

YouTube Removes Windows 11 Bypass Videos Over Safety Concerns

YouTube's AI moderation system has been removing videos that show how to bypass Windows 11 restrictions, leading to concerns about overreach and lack of human oversight, with some speculating possible pressure from Microsoft. Creators are frustrated by the automated process and lack of transparency, fearing it may stifle technical content and free expression.

via theregister.com|

#ai-moderation #content-creators #content-removal

business5 months ago•3 min saved

Influencers Reveal Facebook as Their Top Income Source

Facebook has revamped its monetization policy to pay creators based on post performance, leading many influencers to treat the platform as a major income source, with some earning six figures monthly, especially through short videos and engaging content.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#business #content-creators #creator-economy

technology6 months ago•1 min saved

Google Discover Enhances Personalization with Social Media Integration and Follow Features

Google is updating its Discover page in the Search app to allow users to follow specific publishers and creators, showcasing more diverse content including articles, YouTube Shorts, and social media posts, aiming to give users more control and expand content sources.

via TechCrunch|

#content-creators #content-update #discover-page

business6 months ago•2 min saved

YouTube Boosts Creator Payments and Live Features at Made 2025

YouTube, owned by Alphabet (Google), has paid over $100 billion to content creators, highlighting its significant investment in creator monetization and content development.

via TipRanks|

#business #content-creators #creators

technology7 months ago•3 min saved

Ex-Industry Leaders Criticize Gaming Subscription Services for Undermining Developers

Ex Bethesda executive Pete Hines criticizes subscription services like Game Pass and PlayStation Plus for not properly rewarding content creators, highlighting industry concerns about fair compensation and the impact on game developers, despite rising subscription spending.

via Wccftech|

#bethesda #content-creators #game-pass

technology7 months ago•2 min saved

Ex-Bethesda Exec Criticizes Gaming Subscription Services for Harming Developers and Content Creators

Ex-Bethesda boss Pete Hines criticizes Xbox Game Pass, highlighting how short-sighted decisions in subscription-based gaming are harming content creators and questioning the sustainability of the model, despite its popularity and perceived value.

via Push Square|

#content-creators #game-industry #pete-hines

business8 months ago•7 min saved

Gen Z Creators Earn Millions and Question College

Gen Z content creators are earning millions from platforms like TikTok and YouTube, often bypassing traditional college education, which is increasingly questioned for its necessity. Successful creators like Katie Fang, MrBeast, and KSI demonstrate that building a community and engaging audiences can lead to lucrative careers, though education still offers valuable skills and perspectives. The trend highlights a shift in career aspirations among younger generations, emphasizing digital entrepreneurship over traditional paths.

via Fortune|

#business #college-degree #content-creators

technology9 months ago•2 min saved

Speedhunters Appears to Be Defunct

Speedhunters, a prominent car culture website founded in 2008 and influential in the automotive community, appears to have shut down after months of inactivity, with its last post in April and its online presence gone dark. The site, once backed by EA and known for its global contributor base and collaborations, has seen many of its key creators move on to other projects, raising concerns about its future and legacy.

via The Drive|

#automotive-scene #car-culture #content-creators

gaming10 months ago•2 min saved

Dead by Daylight Launches Creator Program

Dead by Daylight has launched a Creator Program inviting streamers and content creators worldwide to join, offering benefits like early access, exclusive in-game items, community rewards, and opportunities to collaborate with the development team, with the goal of supporting and growing their channels while shaping the game's future.

via Dead by Daylight|

#content-creators #creator-program #dead-by-daylight

technology1 year ago•7 min saved

Google CEO Predicts Major Search Overhaul by 2025 Amid AI Rivalry

Google CEO Sundar Pichai discussed the future of Google Search at the New York Times DealBook Summit, predicting profound changes by 2025 due to advancements in AI. He emphasized Google's leadership in AI, highlighting its foundational role in the industry and ongoing innovations like BERT and MUM. Pichai addressed concerns about AI's impact on content creators, acknowledging the challenge of balancing innovation with fair compensation. He also defended the value of search amidst increasing AI-generated content, asserting its importance in finding trustworthy information.

via Search Engine Journal|

#ai #content-creators #google

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

YouTube Shuts Down Popular Retro Gaming Channel Abruptly

YouTube has terminated the popular retro gaming channel Rose Tinted Spectrum for violating its spam and deceptive practices policies, sparking outrage among fans and a plea from the channel's owner for a human review of the decision. Despite an appeal, YouTube has upheld the termination, stating that the decision was made carefully and is final, leaving fans and the channel owner frustrated.

via Time Extension|

#channel-termination #content-creators #retro-gaming