Valve, a prominent game developer known for titles such as Half-Life and Portal, has been relatively quiet in terms of new game releases in recent years. However, a recent discovery of a new hero shooter named Deadlock has sparked excitement among gamers. With influences from popular games like Overwatch, Dota 2, and Team Fortress 2,
“Shadows Of Doubt” offers a unique twist on the detective genre, immersing players in a fully simulated city where they must follow trails of evidence to solve murder cases. The game, described as a “reverse Hitman”, challenges players to navigate and understand the intricacies of the city to crack the cases that come their way.
Since the first demonstration of the laser in the 1960s, laser spectroscopy has revolutionized the field of atomic and molecular research. The advancements in laser technology have significantly improved the accuracy and precision of spectroscopic measurements, leading to breakthroughs in various scientific disciplines. Frequency comb-based laser spectroscopy is a cutting-edge technique that allows for extremely
TikTok, in its quest to increase user engagement, has recently introduced a new set of features in its direct messaging platform. These features include the addition of stickers, both video stickers made up of TikTok clips and user-created sticker sets that can be shared within the app. The platform has also launched a sticker management
Recently, the European Commission sent a warning to X Corp., owned by Elon Musk, and its CEO, Linda Yaccarino, regarding the spread of illegal content on the company’s social media platform. The warning specifically mentions the dissemination of incitements to violence and hate speech, urging Musk and Yaccarino to take prompt action to address these
The recent research conducted by Apple on ToolSandbox has brought to light the limitations of existing evaluation methods for large language models (LLMs) used in AI assistants. The introduction of ToolSandbox aims to provide a more comprehensive assessment of AI assistants’ real-world capabilities by incorporating stateful interactions, conversational abilities, and dynamic evaluation. Lead author Jiarui
Push puppet toys have always been a source of fascination, with their ability to move or collapse with a simple push of a button. However, a recent breakthrough by a team of UCLA engineers has taken this concept to a whole new level. They have developed a class of tunable dynamic material that mimics the
Apple’s recent decision to implement a 30 percent commission on Patreon memberships sold through the iOS app has sparked controversy and concern among creators and users. This change is set to take effect in November, causing a significant impact on how creators earn money through the platform. With the new commission in place, creators will
Conan Throwbrien is introduced to the stage with a mix of discordant jazz and glitchy color bars, creating an eerie and desperate atmosphere. The choice of music and visuals sets a tone of uncertainty and discomfort for the audience, which is unusual for a comedy show. This approach challenges the traditional expectations of late-night talk
For those who have ever wondered what happens to self-driving taxis when everyone else is fast asleep, a remarkable YouTube channel is providing a glimpse into the mysterious world. Sophia Tung, a software engineer, has been livestreaming a San Francisco parking lot rented by Waymo for their robotaxis to rest during their downtime. The takeover