Epic bans indie game Horses from its storefront 24 hours before release

Meta has entered into agreements with several news publishers to utilize their content for artificial intelligence applications, marking a significant step in its strategy to enhance AI capabilities. This move is part of Meta's broader initiative to integrate AI more deeply into its platforms and services.

The indie horror game 'Horses' developed by Santa Ragione has been banned from major digital storefronts Steam and Epic Games Store shortly before its release, sparking significant controversy in the gaming community. The game, which addresses sensitive themes, was briefly removed from the Humble Store but later reinstated.

Meta's Threads platform is set to enhance user engagement with upcoming features that may allow posts to have more meaningful interactions, reflecting a shift in how social media platforms are evolving.

OpenAI has introduced a new confession system designed to teach its AI models to acknowledge and be honest about their shortcomings and bad behaviors. This initiative aims to enhance the reliability and ethical standards of AI interactions, particularly in sensitive contexts such as mental health and user engagement.

Netflix has announced the sale of one of its game studios back to its founders, marking another significant shift in its gaming strategy. This decision reflects ongoing changes within the company as it reassesses its focus on gaming amid broader industry challenges.

India has announced that it will no longer require smartphone manufacturers to preinstall its state-run cybersecurity app, Sanchar Saathi, on devices. This decision follows a significant public backlash and concerns regarding privacy and data security raised by various stakeholders, including political parties and tech companies.

Crucial, a brand under Micron Technology, has announced it will cease selling RAM to consumers after nearly 30 years, primarily due to the soaring demand for memory driven by artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. This strategic shift highlights the impact of AI on traditional hardware markets.

Russia has blocked access to the gaming platform Roblox, citing concerns over 'LGBT propaganda' as the primary reason for the ban. This action reflects the government's ongoing efforts to control digital content and restrict access to platforms deemed inappropriate according to its policies.