Info- 39333: surveillance, data privacy, user experience, gaming

Speedrunning—for those unfamiliar—is the practice of completing a video game as quickly as possible. The goal is often to achieve a perfect run, one that contains no mistakes and follows certain rules. It's an art form that requires ...read more

Fans play an important role not only by enjoying their favorite titles but also by engaging creatively, for example through fan translations. This blog post explores how these amateur translators are helping to enrich retro gaming ...read more

Video games are not only a form of entertainment, but also powerful tools that can collect large amounts of user data. One such piece of data that many gaming platforms collect is location information. This blog post explores why some ...read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant progress, not only in its use to enhance human capabilities, but also in its application across various industries, including the gaming industry. As mobile gaming continues to grow and ...read more

Apple's -Made for iPhone- program is a certification that signifies an accessory's compatibility and high-quality standards with iPhones. This program ensures that the accessory has been rigorously tested to meet specific technical ...read more

These updates often subtly but significantly expand the data these platforms can access about their users. This can impact user privacy without being ...read more

Open-source game engines have long been considered a beacon of hope for indie developers looking to create games on budget. However, statistics show that many of these promising projects ultimately fizzle out, leaving behind unfulfilled ...read more

Innovations are not uncommon in the insurance industry. One particularly interesting development is the gamification of car insurance through in-app quests. This blog post explores how this trend can disrupt traditional insurance models ...read more

The concept of gamification is gaining popularity across various industries. From healthcare to education, gamification aims to engage users by integrating game elements such as competition, points, and rewards into everyday activities. ...read more

Gaming has become an integral part of online culture. Many players choose anonymous accounts to maintain their privacy and anonymity during virtual battles or collaborative games. While these accounts offer some advantages, they also pose ...read more

Text input is dead. Or at least, its reign as the sole conduit to AI is coming to an end. As artificial intelligence is catapulted into an unprecedented future, the interfaces through which we control it are facing a radical transformation ...read more

Gaming has become a ubiquitous part of youth culture. It transcends traditional boundaries and connects people worldwide in virtual worlds where they ...read more

It provides entertainment, engagement, and even economic opportunities for gamers worldwide. However, as its popularity grows, so do concerns about ...read more

The games industry has seen a significant shift in the way games are released. One such trend is Early Access, which allows players to purchase and play unfinished versions of games while they are still in development. This practice has ...read more

Metaverses and virtual reality (VR) are not only growing in popularity-they're also rapidly changing how we perceive and interact with technology. ...read more

A significant portion of the revenue from platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and others goes to record labels. This distribution can be quite uneven: major record labels often receive larger shares than independent or smaller artists. To ...read more

Bugs: The bane of every game developer, often lurking in the furthest reaches of player interaction. But what if we could unleash an army of digital detectives capable of identifying and eliminating these insidious glitches with ...read more

These games use GPS and other sensors to track user movements, providing an immersive, location-specific experience. However, this data collection ...read more

Streaming has become the standard for media consumption. From music to video content, streaming platforms have revolutionized access to vast entertainment libraries. However, with this growth comes a critical debate about whether streaming ...read more

This is especially true for interactive media such as free-to-play games, which often rely on in-app purchases or microtransactions to generate ...read more