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Multiple sources report that FromSoftware is developing a remaster of Dark Souls 3, aiming for a 2026 release. Originally launched on March 24 2016, Dark Souls 3 marked a significant return for the series, which has become influential in discussions around game difficulty. According to information shared by known FromSoftware leaker Kurakasis, the unannounced title … Read more
Australians will soon face mandatory age verification and identity checks when using online services, as part of new regulations set to take effect from December. Developed by the tech sector and eSafety commissioner, these rules aim to protect children from harmful content online, such as pornography and violent material. The new codes, under the ‘Online Safety … Read more
Chatbots can get scary if you suspend your disbelief. But MJ Cocking didn’t — and wound up in a relationship that was strangely, helpfully real.
Listen to article Chatbots, created by engineering universities in Pakistan, will now be able to assist and guide international delegates at a defence exhibition taking place this November. The AI-powered chatbot project is a collaborative effort between Dawood University of Engineering and Ziauddin University, and it has been named “Noor Pakistan.” The Noor Pakistan robot, designed to assist … Read more
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, announced a global ban on Russian state media outlets, including RT and Rossiya Segodnya. This decision is part of an intensified crackdown on alleged foreign interference, with Meta accusing these outlets of employing deceptive tactics to manipulate public opinion and evade detection. The ban follows … Read more
WhatsApp is rolling out new features designed to make video calls more engaging and fun. The messaging app has introduced filters and backgrounds, allowing users to add a personal touch to their video calls, whether it’s a one-on-one conversation or a group call. Although these features are already available on competitor apps like Zoom, WhatsApp … Read more
Google has officially updated its iconic “G” logo for the first time in nearly a decade. The original version, introduced in 2015 alongside the switch to the Product Sans typeface, featured four distinct solid color segments in red, yellow, green, and blue. Now, those colors blend together in a smooth gradient, giving the logo a … Read more
Listen to article Astronomers said on Wednesday they had observed the moment when planets start forming around a distant star for the first time, revealing a process that sheds light on the birth of our own solar system. The new planetary system is forming around the baby star HOPS-315 — which resembles our own Sun in its … Read more
A supercomputer, which is now the most powerful in the UK, has been fully activated in Bristol. The Isambard-AI machine, a major leap forward in the country’s technological capabilities, was launched by Technology Secretary Peter Kyle, as part of the government’s fresh push towards expanding artificial intelligence (AI) resources, as reported by BBC. Kyle officially … Read more
Perplexity, an AI startup aiming to challenge OpenAI’s dominance, is targeting India as a key market. The company, which has gained significant traction in the US, is now focusing on India, the second-largest internet and smartphone market globally, for expansion. This week, Perplexity announced a major partnership with Bharti Airtel, India’s second-largest telecom operator. The … Read more
