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ARC Raiders studio CEO insists the developer isn’t using AI to replace workers
As we head into 2026, the use of artificial intelligence technology—especially generative AI—continues to be a hot-button issue. This debate has intensified following revelations that popular games like *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33* and *ARC Raiders* incorporated AI technology in certain aspects of their development. The response from the gaming community has been both fiery and divided. However, Embark Studios CEO Patrick Söderlund entered this year prepared to address the topic head-on. In a recent interview with GamesBeat, Söderlund shared Embark’s latest clarifications regarding the use of AI technology in *ARC Raiders*. He went on to discuss the tedious tasks for which Embark Studios has been exploring AI solutions. Söderlund argued that leveraging AI in these areas could lead to easier updates and allow developers to focus more on critical, creative…
GameStop (GME) bought $985.2 million of marketable securities during Q3 2025
In GameStop’s latest financial quarter, the company spent a significant amount of cash reshuffling its assets. Specifically, during the third quarter of its 2025 fiscal year, GameStop purchased $985.2 million worth of marketable securities. This acquisition was detailed in GameStop’s Q3 2025 earnings report. When listing its assets for the quarter, the company confirmed that it currently holds $985.2 million in marketable securities. GameStop did not provide any additional details or context regarding this move. However, this is not new territory for the company, as it has made similar purchases in previous quarters.https://www.shacknews.com/article/147109/gamestop-gme-q3-2025-marketable-securities
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Facebook (META) chief AI scientist Yann LeCun leaves company to open new AMI start-up
Yann LeCun, Meta (formerly known as Facebook) chief AI scientist and well-known visionary of the technology, is leaving the company.…
Uber wants to pay drivers to train its AI
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Rick Pitino tells The Post he considered trendy outside move to bolster St. John’s point guard situation
Rick Pitino considered adding a midseason point guard to St. John’s roster by dipping into the G-League or overseas but ultimately opted against it. The…
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LAKE CITY, Minn. — The Lake City Suicide Prevention Coalition will host its second Waves of Hope event on Saturday, Jan. 31, at Lincoln High…
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Bad Bunny Broke Records by Shakira, Karol G and Himself on World Tour Kickoff
Bad Bunny is set to tour the world throughout 2026, hitting South America, Australia, Asia, and Europe over the next…
These numbers tell the story of the Los Angeles wildfires, one year later
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Zenless Zone Zero Aria combat and other animations leaked
Aria’s combat animation leak in Zenless Zone Zero has garnered significant attention from the community. As a highly awaited idol from Angel of Delusion, fans…
