Info- 40143: data privacy, surveillance, virtual reality, gaming

The metaverse is rapidly evolving into more than just a concept. It's emerging as a new realm where digital and physical realities merge. This opens ...read more

Whether it's online gaming or local multiplayer experiences, smooth gameplay is essential. However, geographical barriers can sometimes limit the ...read more

As gamers seek to immerse themselves in virtual adventures across various platforms, such as video games or eSports tournaments, a new threat has emerged: account sale and recovery scams. This blog post explores the legal gray area ...read more

There are growing concerns about the potential bias of streaming platforms toward certain political and ideological perspectives. One focus is whether services like Netflix deliberately ban conservative shows to maintain a certain ...read more

Vim, short for Vi Improved, is a powerful and flexible text editor that runs in a terminal window. It was originally developed as an improved version of the vi editor, which in turn was a successor to the classic Unix shell command-line ...read more

The amount of spam and unwanted messages has reached unprecedented levels. From emails to social media notifications, these unwanted intruders can clog our communication channels, consume valuable bandwidth, and pose potential security ...read more

Developers spend countless hours in their code editors. While some are fully focused on their task, others may be distracted by the visual aspects of their environment. Theme-driven interfaces have become a staple of modern software ...read more

Meetings are a part of professional life. They can be both productive and unproductive, depending on how they're facilitated and the tools used. One such tool that has revolutionized the way we organize meetings is digital note-taking. ...read more

Testing is often viewed as an important but tedious task, easily neglected in favor of faster or more attractive features. This blog post explores a common scenario where developers fail to test adequately, leading to significant ...read more

Early Access is becoming increasingly popular as a release model. Developers often use this method to gather feedback and incrementally improve their games before the official release. While Early Access is a fantastic way for players to ...read more

Debugging tools play a crucial role in ensuring our code runs smoothly and efficiently. However, there is ongoing debate about whether these tools improve or detract from code quality. This blog post explores this paradox and highlights ...read more

Social media platforms have become an integral part of our everyday lives. With billions of users worldwide, they offer the opportunity to connect with friends, share experiences, and consume content. However, one critical aspect that is ...read more

What if gaming could actually make you smarter? This blog post explores the untapped potential of "intelligent" non-playable characters (NPCs) as an educational tool and how advanced AI could be used to teach real-world skills, ...read more

We all experience moments when things go wrong. In the fast-paced world of technology, this is inevitable. How you handle those "we messed up" moments is crucial. This blog post explores strategies for managing developer frustration and ...read more

Few genres have experienced such rapid change as mobile games. From simple puzzle apps to full-fledged, console-quality titles, mobile platforms offer gamers new and exciting ways to experience their favorite games. However, a persistent ...read more

Mods have become an indispensable part of many gamers' arsenals. They can enhance gameplay, add new content, and even level the playing field. However, with great power comes great responsibility—this is especially true when it comes to ...read more

From social media platforms to smart devices, location data has become a coveted commodity that companies use for a variety of purposes. However, ...read more

Shader support plays a crucial role in creating visually stunning and performance-intensive experiences. Game engines with robust shader capabilities are in high demand among developers and artists looking to push the boundaries of what's ...read more

Every developer dreams of having their creation downloaded by gamers worldwide. But what happens when no one downloads your game? This scenario isn't uncommon for many indie developers who put their heart and soul into crafting unique ...read more

Automated testing with artificial intelligence (AI) promises efficiency in game development, but at the expense of the human element? This blog post addresses the growing concern that while AI accelerates testing, it may overlook the ...read more