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Superhuman’s AI bet tests attribution, copyright and creator monetization
technology18 days ago

Superhuman’s AI bet tests attribution, copyright and creator monetization

In a wide-ranging interview, Shishir Mehrotra explains Superhuman (formerly Grammarly)’s AI-powered productivity suite and Go platform, their philosophy of embedding AI into work, and how a controversial Expert Review feature that used reporters’ names without permission sparked backlash and a lawsuit before being scrapped; they discuss the line between attribution and impersonation, the economics of an agent marketplace with a 70/30 split, and how the creator economy might adapt to AI through new business models and platform dynamics, while acknowledging ongoing legal and policy uncertainties in copyright and likeness as AI tools scale.

Pragmata jumps forward: Capcom sets April 17 release across platforms
gaming1 month ago

Pragmata jumps forward: Capcom sets April 17 release across platforms

Capcom revealed at its Spotlight that Pragmata, the long-delayed sci-fi adventure, will launch on April 17 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC via Steam, moving up from the previously planned April 24. A new trailer showcases unseen locations and Shelter base elements, and a free Sketchbook demo is available now on PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Nintendo eShop, and Steam; pre-orders are open.

Fresh Game Drops Across PC, Console and Mobile This Week
gaming1 month ago

Fresh Game Drops Across PC, Console and Mobile This Week

A lineup of new releases arriving Feb 16–19 across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, iOS and Android, including early-access Astrobotanica, Virtual Boy library reissues on Switch, Avowed (RPG), Under the Island (2D adventure), Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown (survival strategy), Styx: Blades of Greed (stealth), Neva: Prologue, Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse, and Demon Tides, spanning action-adventure, RPG, strategy, and platforming experiences.

Carmack’s Oculus Playbook: A Pragmatic VR Platform Strategy
technology2 months ago

Carmack’s Oculus Playbook: A Pragmatic VR Platform Strategy

John Carmack’s 2015 memo to Oculus leaders argues for a pragmatic, platform-first VR strategy: avoid an expensive standalone hardware path, leverage Facebook’s infrastructure and a robust app store, push for consumer software delivered at practical scale, support a mix of 2D/VR content, and pursue mobile expansion. He critiques over-ambitious “box” plans, emphasizes leveraging existing tech like Steamworks, and urges Oculus to be a scrappy, consumer-focused software company that prioritizes rapid feature delivery and a broad, sustainable ecosystem over grand but uncertain initiatives.

Understanding and Fixing the Decline of the Internet
technology5 months ago

Understanding and Fixing the Decline of the Internet

Cory Doctorow's new book introduces the concept of 'enshittification,' describing the decline of internet platforms like Facebook and Amazon as they shift from user-friendly to profit-driven, exploiting their market power due to lack of competition and regulatory oversight. He advocates for stronger antitrust laws, interoperability, and user rights to combat this trend.

Silent Hill 2 Remake and DLC Rumors Point to Multiple Platform Releases
gaming6 months ago

Silent Hill 2 Remake and DLC Rumors Point to Multiple Platform Releases

The Silent Hill 2 Remake website has been updated to include placeholders for two additional gaming platforms, likely Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2, suggesting upcoming announcements after the end of its PlayStation 5 and PC exclusivity in October 2024. The game, developed by Bloober Team and published by Konami, is also reportedly receiving updates and new content, including a patch for PS5 Pro and a potential expansion of the 'Born From a Wish' side story.