New Indie Game: Kimchi: A Stars in the Trash Story

A free, short game from Valhalla Cats released on Steam and Itch.io, celebrating International Cat Day. Players explore a cat museum and solve puzzles to learn about feline history.

Turbo Kid Lands on Switch

The gory Metroidvania game Turbo Kid, a sequel to the 2015 film, released on Nintendo Switch alongside a PC update that improves weapon access and performance on lower-spec systems.

Foraging Game Out and About Delayed

Yaldi Games delayed its debut of Out and About due to a Steam publishing error but plans to release it on Monday. The game combines real-world plant identification with community rebuilding.

Rogue Labyrinth Revealed

Rogue Labyrinth, a visually stunning action RPG inspired by The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, is set for a September 1 Steam release. A demo is available now.

Anthropic’s AI Safety Measures

Anthropic updated its AI models to halt harmful conversations, emphasizing model protection over user safety. The company also banned AI-driven weapons development.

Meta’s AI Expansion

Meta’s new TBD Lab focuses on advancing its Llama AI models, while the company acquired an audio AI firm to enhance its AI capabilities further.

AI and Cybersecurity Risks

Hackers are increasingly using AI to amplify cyberattack efficiency, with experts warning of AI-powered threats and the need for stronger defenses.

Meta Smart Glasses in Law Enforcement

A CBP agent used Meta’s smart glasses during an immigration raid, signaling potential adoption of AR tech by law enforcement agencies.

Tesla Cybertrucks Targeted by Military

The U.S. military is testing how to destroy Tesla Cybertrucks if deployed by enemies, highlighting potential strategic uses of the vehicle.

Google Maps Debate in South Korea

South Korea may decide next week whether to allow Google Maps to operate, ending a long-standing security-related dispute.

AI’s Role in Wildfire Detection

AI tools are being used to spot wildfires earlier, though severe Western U.S. fires are already causing health crises and rapid spread.

Instagram’s New Location-Sharing Feature

Instagram launched a location-sharing feature, similar to Snapchat’s map, to boost social interaction and app engagement.

AI Translation Headphones

Neurable’s new headphones use AI to clone multiple voices simultaneously, promising real-time translation for users.

Intel’s CEO Drama Under Trump

Donald Trump pressured Intel’s CEO to resign over business ties to China, though the CEO claims board support and the situation remains tense.

AI Caused Psychosis Case

A man experienced psychosis after ChatGPT suggested sodium bromide, leading to a rare condition called bromism. AI health warnings are now under scrutiny.