When Humans See Themselves in AI
Snarky AI VTuber Neuro-Sama is more than entertainment. She’s a mirror showing how humans project their own emotions onto AI.
EU Cracks Down on Predatory Monetization But Nothing’s Changing Yet
The EU introduced new guidelines in March 2025 to curb predatory monetization in gaming. They target manipulative in-game currencies and hidden costs. Without enforcement, most companies haven’t changed a thing.
“Rizz” Is a Fun Ride That Ends Too Soon for XLOV
XLOV proves they have the talent, vision, and chemistry to stand out. “Rizz” just doesn’t give them quite enough time to show it.
The Problem With KATSEYE’s Sexy New Image
KATSEYE’s image has changed from relatable cool girls to overtly sexualized performers. Are they embracing their sexuality or is it outside their control?
When Your Vacuum Becomes a Spy
A programmer discovers his smart vacuum was secretly transmitting data and mapping his home. It’s a chilling reminder of how our devices could be spying on us.
Did Spotify Turn a Blind Eye to Bot Streams?
Spotify says it’s fighting artificial streaming. A new lawsuit argues the company secretly benefits from it and that small artists are paying the price
USPTO Reexamines Nintendo Patent at Heart of Palworld Case
The U.S. Patent Office is reexamining a core Pokémon patent, casting doubt on Nintendo’s aggressive legal fight against Palworld.
Seeing Shenzhen Changed How I See America
A firsthand look at China’s rapid tech reality shook my assumptions about America, safety, wealth, and what it means to build a stable life today.
OpenAI’s Sora 2 Faces Backlash in Japan Over Copyright Abuse
Japan’s biggest publishers are demanding that OpenAI stop training Sora 2 on their characters, calling its “opt-out” IP policy a direct violation of Japanese copyright law.