Meta Smartglasses Test: A Creepy Month with AI and Privacy Issues
Testing Meta's Ray-Ban smartglasses for a month reveals AI glitches, privacy concerns, and ethical dilemmas, raising questions about wearable tech's future.
Testing Meta's Ray-Ban smartglasses for a month reveals AI glitches, privacy concerns, and ethical dilemmas, raising questions about wearable tech's future.
UK fintech giant Monzo has closed its US operations, affecting 50 jobs and existing customers. The retreat follows internal conflicts and a strategic shift toward Europe.
GameCentral readers express disappointment with Resident Evil Requiem's conclusion while discussing Zelda remakes, console pricing, and Pokémon Pokopia's lack of combat in latest letters.
British fintech giants Monzo and Revolut are aggressively targeting children as young as six, transforming playground economics with digital banking apps that challenge traditional savings methods like the Tooth Fairy.
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RecommendedProposals to include online games in social media bans for young people are criticized as unworkable, unnecessary, and potentially damaging to youth development and safety.
Meta and YouTube are confronting significant legal battles in courts across the US and Europe, with cases focusing on content moderation, user safety, and algorithmic transparency.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales in the UK skyrocketed by 154% in March, driven by the hit game Pokémon Pokopia, outperforming PlayStation 5 with over 50% market share this year.
Xbox launches limited edition Fanta cans with themed packaging for Halo and Forza Horizon 6, offering in-game rewards via QR codes, as the brand seeks to revive interest despite recent challenges.
Rec Room, a major competitor to Roblox with over 150 million users, will close on June 1 after failing to turn its large user base into a sustainable, profitable business model.
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RecommendedThe video game industry continues to face severe job cuts, with Eidos-Montréal laying off 124 employees and Rec Room shutting down after 10 years, following Epic Games' recent Fortnite layoffs.
An AI-powered animatronic Olaf from Frozen suddenly fell backwards at Disneyland Paris, with its nose snapping off as children screamed. The incident has sparked widespread social media reactions and questions about robotics reliability.
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a strategic investigation into Microsoft's business software ecosystem, including Windows and Office, as part of a broader crackdown on Big Tech's control over cloud services.
Nintendo's Switch 2 GameChat feature transitions to a subscription model from April 1, 2026, while Mario Kart World receives a new battle mode and balancing changes.
Wearable tech firm Whoop secures $575 million in Series G funding, valuing the company at $10.1 billion, with investments from star athletes and major sovereign wealth funds.
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RecommendedSenior Disney executives reportedly want to acquire Epic Games outright, gaining control of Fortnite and Unreal Engine, despite recent layoffs and profitability concerns at the gaming giant.
Government analysis shows finance, professional services and information industries most exposed to AI disruption generate the bulk of UK tax revenues, creating complex economic challenges.
Governor Gavin Newsom signs executive order requiring AI companies to meet safety standards for California contracts, opposing Trump's deregulation push.
NASA's Artemis II mission launches this week, marking humanity's farthest journey from Earth and the first moon return in over 50 years, sparking debate on lunar exploration's modern relevance.
Apple's new MacBook Neo offers premium features at an entry-level price, powered by an A18 Pro chip. With a high-quality screen and long battery life, it challenges the PC industry.
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RecommendedOpenAI, valued at $850bn, must demonstrate a profitable business model as it prepares for a potential stock market flotation in 2026, while cutting experimental projects and focusing on core AI offerings.
Australian authorities are investigating Meta, TikTok, and Google for allegedly failing to enforce a ban on under-16s using social media, with surveys showing many children retain accounts.
US data and AI giant Databricks announces a major $850 million investment in the UK, expanding its London headquarters and training 100,000 people in AI skills by 2028.
Readers discuss PlayStation 6 pricing fears, Nintendo's strategic decisions, and whether gaming remains affordable entertainment in today's market.
Explore the latest mobile gaming releases for April 2026, featuring console ports, long-awaited updates, and adventure titles on iOS and Android platforms.
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RecommendedSony announces a £90 price increase for all PS5 models, effective April 2. Discover the best deals on digital, standard, and Pro consoles before costs rise.
Microsoft confirms Xbox Games Showcase for June 7, 2026, with Gears Of War: E-Day as headline act. New Xbox president Asha Sharma announces event via social media.
New analysis shows the current AI investment surge is driven by real demand and revenue, unlike the speculative dotcom bubble of the late 1990s, with hyperscalers spending billions on infrastructure.
China has overtaken the United Kingdom in the global competition for artificial intelligence talent, with Chinese universities now dominating the pipeline of top AI researchers and retaining graduates domestically at unprecedented rates.
The Tapo C645D outdoor security camera combines dual 2K cameras with AI tracking and solar power, offering a low-maintenance, subscription-free solution for enhanced home monitoring.
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RecommendedInsider KeplerL2 estimates the PlayStation 6's bill of materials at $760, hinting at a possible launch price of $699 or £599.99 in the UK, despite recent PS5 price hikes.