It Is Alleged That X Is Now Worth $19 Billion Elon Musk's reign at Twitter/X has been notably unstable, reflecting directly in the company's value. According to a recent report from Fortune, X is now worth $19 billion - a significant amount, but significantly less than the $44 billion Musk paid for the social media platform.
This indicates a substantial 55% decrease in value since Musk took over. However, there may be some flexibility in this valuation; major investors like Fidelity suggest that the value drop could be as high as 65%.
The exact worth of X remains uncertain, with employees operating without definitive knowledge of the company's real value since Musk's...
Oct 31, 2023
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Remedy Provides Progress Update on Control 2 and Max Payne Remake Remedy, the Finnish game developer currently enjoying positive feedback from Alan Wake 2 (read our review here), is also working on a plethora of other projects. The company recently provided updates on some of them. Control 2, for instance, is in the proof-of-concept stage, with good progress being noted both in its designs and game build. Remedy's plans for the sequel to the 2019 third-person shooter are ambitious and will continue into the next few quarters.
Regarding the Max Payne Remake, Remedy states that it has moved into the production readiness stage. The team has a clear vision of the style...
Nov 01, 2023
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Microsoft Ignite 2023 Unveils AI Tool for Crafting Photorealistic Speaking Avatars At the Microsoft Ignite 2023 event, a remarkable new tool has been unveiled that allows for the creation and animation of photorealistic avatars that can articulate things the actual person may not have uttered. Named the Azure AI Speech text-to-speech avatar, this tool has launched into the public preview realm and empowers users to produce videos of avatars that emulate a particular person's appearance and voice. This is achieved by uploading the individual's images and scripting out their intended spoken words. Microsoft's sophisticated technology then applies this data, animating the avatar and pairing it with a vocal rendition of the...
Nov 16, 2023
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Google Search Embarks on Fashion Frontier with Innovative Clothing Creation and Virtual Try-On In a move to revolutionize online shopping, Google's Search Generative Experience (SGE) has introduced a novel feature that lets users design their dream outfits virtually and then seek out actual products that correspond to their digital creation. This latest enhancement is designed to streamline and enrich the shopping journey for users, offering a blend of convenience and customization.
Imagine typing in the desire for a "blue winter jacket with a hood" into Google. Now, with SGE, users have the power to generate an image that's not just a mere suggestion but a 'photorealistic' depiction created from their specific input. Users can...
Nov 17, 2023
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International Summit Yields AI Development Security Accord with 18 Nations Onboard In a landmark move following the first international summit on artificial intelligence, 18 nations came together to endorse "Guidelines for the secure development of AI systems" on November 26. This non-binding agreement aims to inspire firms in the AI arena to adopt "secure by design" principles, ensuring that AI technologies are developed with robust security measures from the start.
Among the signatories of this promising accord the cybersecurity agencies of several prominent countries are included, such as France, the United States, Britain, Germany, and Japan. Even the National Security Agency (NSA) of the United States put its name to the document....
Nov 26, 2023
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Evernote Owner Bending Spoons Eyes Paid Service Expansion Amidst Restructuring Earlier in the year, Evernote experienced significant staff reductions, and now Bending Spoons, the Milan-based company that owns it, is trialing a bold strategy to escalate user transition to its premium services. The company has been conducting a small-scale trial that imposes restrictions on the amount of content that free users can generate, though the details of this new paradigm are still under review.
The experiment came to light when one Evernote user encountered a pop-up notification while logging in, detailing that unless they opted for a paid subscription, the free service would confine them to maintaining a solitary notebook and...
Nov 29, 2023
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This Weekend, You Can Play Ea Sports FC 24 And Lego 2K Drive Without Charge The latest selection for Microsoft's Free Play Days event has been announced for this weekend, and it features an attractive assortment of games. To enjoy unlimited playtime with these titles until Monday morning at 8:00 GMT / 9:00 CET, you simply need a Game Pass Core or Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Additionally, significant discounts, such as an impressive 60% off on EA Sports FC, are available during this time for those who decide to purchase any of the games.
This weekend's Free Play Days lineup includes:
Aliens: Fireteam Elite
EA Sports FC 24
Lego 2K Drive...
Dec 12, 2023
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Your Nintendo Switch Now Allows You To Take A Look At Your Year In Review The year 2023 stands out as a particularly memorable one for many in the realm of video gaming, with a relentless release schedule delivering a stream of unforgettable games month after month. The abundance of new titles has even made it challenging for enthusiasts to stay abreast of the latest drops. Now, for those interested in seeing how their gaming accomplishments stack up against fellow Nintendo Switch players, there is a way.
Nintendo has introduced its Year in Review feature, providing players with a snapshot of their gaming habits over the year—from January through December. This tool shows players the number...
Dec 13, 2023
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SEGA of Europe Ushers In a Familiar Face at the Helm In the dynamic world of video game publishing, leadership can often dictate the ebb and flow of innovation and success. SEGA of Europe has recently made headlines as they chart a path forward with a strategic shift in leadership. With a nod to its past, the company welcomes back Jurgen Post, a veteran with a storied history within the organization's framework, to shepherd its operations amidst a sea of challenges and expectations. This recalibration at the executive level presents an opportunity to reflect on the implications for SEGA's future endeavors and its cherished gaming community.
Jurgen Post's renewed tenure at SEGA...
Jan 02, 2024
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Facebook's New Link History Tracking: Navigating Privacy and Convenience In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, Facebook continues to innovate by introducing features that aim to enhance user experience. The latest addition to its arsenal is the 'Link History' setting, designed for the mobile app. This feature provides users with the convenience of accessing a catalog of websites they've visited through Facebook over the past month. While the concept may initially seem like a beneficial organizational tool, it also raises inevitable questions regarding user privacy and targeted advertising practices.
The 'Link History' feature inserts itself unassumingly, activated by default, and is introduced to users through an in-app pop-up that explains...
Jan 03, 2024
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Princess Peach Headlines Her Own Adventure in Upcoming Switch Title Nintendo Switch fans have reason to celebrate as the platform’s exclusive title, Princess Peach: Showtime, is firmly on track for its March 2024 release. Garnering attention since its reveal at the June 2023 Nintendo Direct, the game has been the subject of much discussion within the gaming community.
One topic of speculation revolves around Nintendo's strategy with the Switch, as many anticipate the company transitioning to a new console. Despite the absence of any official announcement regarding a successor, it's widely believed that Nintendo will introduce a new gaming system later in the year. This raises questions as to why Princess...
Jan 10, 2024
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Palworld Prepares for Early Access, Creating a Stir with its Unique Take on Creature Combat Palworld is poised to bring an intriguing twist to the world of creature-based gaming as it readies for its early access release on Steam this January 19th. The game delves into a hypothetical realm where the nefarious Team Rocket might have more than just whimsical pocket monsters at their disposal — think sophisticated weaponry like HK416 rifles and M72 LAW rockets. Palworld takes a concept commonly perceived as charming and asks a poignant question: What if that playfulness were coupled with some serious firepower?
The game certainly doesn't shy away from challenging the traditional narrative of cute beings locked in battle...
