Info- 38199: data privacy, surveillance, personal information

They threaten to unleash a relentless flood of "talkative AI" that overwhelms players and destroys immersion. This isn't just annoying, but a fundamental design crisis that jeopardizes the very gaming experience we're trying to improve. ...read more

Multiplayer games are a fragile ecosystem where the pursuit of cutting-edge AI can inadvertently compromise game balance and player fairness. As machine learning pushes the boundaries of in-game intelligence, a crucial tension arises: How ...read more

In the interconnected world of digital communication, freedom of expression is a fundamental right that allows everyone to express their thoughts and opinions without hindrance. However, as platforms have created globally accessible forums ...read more

Administrators play a pivotal role in creating and maintaining a positive environment. They are not just moderators, but shapers of community culture. This blog post explores the essential functions and responsibilities of community ...read more

Virtual Reality (VR) is revolutionizing the way we experience and interact with digital worlds. To fully immerse yourself in a VR environment, it's crucial to consider the rendering of textures, as they play a key role in creating ...read more

Video game developers are constantly looking for new ways to protect their intellectual property and ensure stable revenue. One such method is the implementation of always-online DRM (Digital Rights Management), which requires a constant ...read more

The virtual reality (VR) market has been a source of fascination and speculation since its emergence around two decades ago. Despite significant ...read more

There's a clear trend toward "privacy-first" gaming experiences. This trend isn't just a marketing tactic; it reflects a genuine concern about user privacy and data protection. It's therefore crucial for game developers to understand the ...read more

From social media platforms to marketing firms, data collection seems to be everywhere. One particularly worrying trend is so-called "play near real ...read more

These apps often offer attractive reward systems that promise points, badges, or other virtual rewards for user engagement. While these incentives ...read more

Remote work has become the norm. For developers and tech professionals working remotely, a reliable webcam is crucial for high productivity and effective communication with team members or clients. Whether for virtual meetings, live coding ...read more

Tools come and go, but some remain consistently attractive to enterprise developers. One such tool is Eclipse, a powerful open source development environment (IDE). This blog post explores why Eclipse remains relevant for enterprise ...read more

Thanks to technological and connectivity advances, many games now offer always-on connectivity features, allowing players to remain constantly online ...read more

One trend is becoming increasingly widespread and controversial: the implementation of always-online features. This blog post examines how these ...read more

One model has gained increasing popularity in recent years: Early Access. This release strategy allows players to engage with a game before its official launch and often provides developers with valuable feedback as they refine their ...read more

The boundaries between our physical and digital identities are becoming increasingly blurred. As smart technologies permeate every aspect of our ...read more

The dark side of AI is quietly creeping into game development—and its target is *you*. This blog post reveals the disturbing truth about AI-powered player profiles, showing how sophisticated algorithms not only increase engagement but ...read more

Apple, known for its premium products and strict control over the user experience, has displayed advertising in the App Store since its launch. This practice raises the question of why a company that prides itself on quality would still ...read more

There's no denying that we're experiencing an unprecedented boom in binge culture. From TV series and movies to social media trends and video games, people are engaging in what many refer to as "binge consumption": the rapid consumption of ...read more

This blog post highlights the enormous potential of location-based services (LBS), but also addresses the critical issues surrounding data privacy ...read more