Stunning new Witcher 4 footage runs at 60fps on standard PS5 with ray tracing
Unreal Engine 5.6 is now available with new features
Unreal Engine 5.6 improves performance, animation tools, and MetaHuman integration
Unreal Engine 5.6 brings significant upgrades that empower developers to create high-fidelity open worlds. Key enhancements include smoother 60 FPS gameplay, optimized Lumen global illumination, a new fast geometry streaming plugin, upgraded animation tools, and full in-engine MetaHuman creation.
Builder.ai collapses after revelation that its "AI" was hundreds of engineers
Billion-dollar implosion exposes the perils of AI hype
Cutting corners: Builder.ai promised to revolutionize software development with artificial intelligence – and convinced deep-pocketed investors it had. Backed by Microsoft and valued at $1.5 billion, the startup masked manual labor as machine learning until the facade crumbled, leaving behind lawsuits, layoffs, and one of the industry's most embarrassing collapses.
Grab a full Windows 11 Pro license for just $15
Unbeatable deal, available for a limited time
Nvidia's mythical Arm gaming laptop may finally arrive in partnership with Alienware
A true game-changing device or just another non-x86 dud no one wants to buy?
Did you know that before developing Steam, Valve approached other companies for help? All said no.
But nobody took on the opportunity...
Nvidia App gets Windows Narrator support, new game optimizations
The latest update to the Nvidia app introduces support for light/dark modes, and Windows Narrator support, allowing on-screen content to be read aloud. The update also brings optimal settings for 12 new titles, including Clair Obscur, Oblivion Remastered, Elden Ring: Nightreign, GTA V Enhanced, and Half-Life 2 RTX.
Apple has under 30 days to comply with EU rules or face daily fines
Tech standoff: Apple resists EU push to open up App Store
The big picture: Apple and the European Commission are locked in a standoff over how tech firms should be regulated – a conflict being closely watched by the tech industry, app developers, and consumer advocates. The outcome could set a precedent for how digital marketplaces operate, not only in Europe but globally, as other jurisdictions consider similar measures to promote competition and curb the power of tech giants.
Microsoft Office is down to $49 for a lifetime license
TL;DR: If you're looking for a powerful productivity suite without breaking the bank, Microsoft Office 2021 is now available for just $49 – a significant price drop and the lowest we've seen this year.
Nintendo sends "Out of Stock" signs to US stores before Switch 2 launch
Best Buy and GameStop say more Switch 2 stock is coming at launch
Google Wallet removes PayPal as a payment option for US users
You'll need to link a credit or debit card to continue using Google Wallet
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Another lawyer punished for citing ChatGPT-created nonexistent cases
Lawyers: the only people unaware of ChatGPT's tendency to lie
Classic 1993 Star Wars X-Wing gets new life with Unity engine mod, modern graphics
Mod brings enhanced controls, dynamic music, VR, and visual upgrades to the beloved classic
Activision removes Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 menu ads after backlash, claims it was an "error"
Sure, Activision
Facepalm: Activision Blizzard has used the tried-and-tested "it was an error, honestly," excuse after it placed ads for purchasable items in the loadout screens of Black Ops 6 and Warzone. Their appearance led to a huge backlash, and now Activision is claiming they were a "feature test" published "in error," which nobody believes.
University of Michigan achieves first human brain recording with wireless implant
New brain-computer interface shows promise in restoring communication
Microsoft stops nagging Windows users to make Edge the default browser, but only in Europe
*Everyone suddenly moves to Europe*
TSMC's 2nm wafer prices hit $30,000 as SRAM yields reportedly hit 90%
Apple, Intel, Nvidia, and others line up for next-gen chips
In context: TSMC has steadily raised the prices of its most advanced semiconductor process nodes over the past several years – so much so that one analysis suggests the cost per transistor hasn't decreased in over a decade. Further price hikes, driven by tariffs and rising development costs, are reinforcing the notion that Moore's Law is truly dead.
OneDrive File Picker flaw grants full drive access when users share a single file
Careless Microsoft security puts OneDrive users at serious risk
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SPACE
Unknown object in Milky Way found emitting both X-rays and radio waves
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THE WEB
Fake math-puzzle event becomes one of Facebook's most-viewed posts
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You have 30 minutes: Where would you hide a USB drive from the FBI?
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Thousands of Asus routers compromised by backdoor
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THE WEB
Amazon Fire Sticks are enabling billions in video piracy, report finds
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These are the most common PINs you should absolutely avoid using
The far side of the Moon may soon host the world's most sensitive telescope, shielded from earthly interference
NASA's $2.6 billion lunar telescope aims to study the universe's dark ages
In North Korea, your phone secretly takes screenshots every 5 minutes for government surveillance
Smartphone looks modern, but its software reveals a dystopian reality
The big picture: A smartphone smuggled out of North Korea is offering a rare – and unsettling – glimpse into the extent of control Kim Jong Un's regime exerts over its citizens, down to the very words they type. While the device appears outwardly similar to any modern smartphone, its software reveals a far more oppressive reality.
ShareX hits version 17 with improved capture features
While the Snipping Tool has improved over time and remains a simple option, ShareX is a more powerful screen capture utility, ideal if you need more advanced features like screen recording, OCR functionality, and, as of version 17, QR code scanning support.
Judge rules AI chatbot in teen suicide case is not protected by First Amendment
A large language model putting words together is not exercising a constitutional right
PSA: Don't remove the pre-installed screen cover on the Nintendo Switch 2
More of a safety feature than pre-installed protection
DJI drones and other Chinese makers could face new US ban
The orders also require investment in the domestic drone industry
Intel claims up to 10% FPS boost in nine games with latest Arc GPU driver
Intel's latest Arc graphics drivers brings improved performance, smoother frame pacing, and enhanced low-power modes to all Core Ultra 200V-powered devices. According to Intel, users can expect up to a 10% performance boost across nine tested titles.
Snapdragon X2 Elite for AI PCs tipped to feature up to 18 cores and 64GB of RAM
Rumored to be announced at Qualcomm Summit in September
Nvidia could slash GeForce RTX 5000 GPU production by up to 30% to boost AI chip output
Nvidia knows where the real money is: AI over gaming GPUs
Encryption utility VeraCrypt now disables Microsoft Recall and other screen recording tools by default
Software developers to callout and fight against Windows 11's most privacy-invasive feature
Can the ultra-slim Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge survive the bend test?
A tough test for Samsung's slimmest phone yet
TSMC is once again in talks with US officials over a possible gigafab in the UAE
National security concerns remain a major hurdle for the US
DIY duo turns treadmill into belt-driven limitless 3D printer
It could conceivably print furniture components, architectural models, or long mechanical parts in a single piece
RTX 3060 reclaims top spot in Steam survey, 5060 Ti enters chart as Blackwell cards surge
AMD's CPU share also reached a record high
Getty Images CEO warns it can't afford to fight every AI copyright case
AI companies "move fast and break things," but artists pay the price
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