Google will disable Search entirely at schools that opt out of its AI features
The policy ties the core Search product to adoption of Gemini and other Google AI tools in classrooms, drawing scrutiny from educators.
The Verge · +14 outlets
OpenAI says ChatGPT search query volume now equals 20 percent of Google's
OpenAI is positioning ChatGPT as a genuine challenger to Google's search dominance, a claim that pressures Google's core advertising business.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Rockstar reveals GTA 6 preload date, launch time, file size and physical map
The details land ahead of the game's release, with the confirmed file size signaling one of the largest installs in console history.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Steam approval backlog leaves indie developers missing planned launch dates
The delays come as Steam faces criticism over a flood of AI-generated releases crowding the storefront.
The Verge · +1 outlets
Reddit begins testing ads inside search results
The move extends Reddit's ad inventory into another surface as it seeks to grow advertising revenue.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Spotify plans paid AI remix add-on that pays original artists extra
The offering would monetize user-made AI remixes while compensating rights holders, a template other platforms may follow.
Dexerto · +13 outlets
Netflix adds an AI Discover tab to its TV app for themed recommendations
The tab hosts experimental AI-powered discovery features, part of Netflix's effort to improve engagement as it pushes viewers to watch more.
The Verge · +13 outlets
Almost half of new Steam releases now disclose AI-generated content
An analysis of tens of thousands of releases shows AI disclosure rising fast on Valve's storefront.
Dexerto · +6 outlets
Netflix Needs You to Watch, Not Just Pay
The question of how much subscribers actually watch is increasingly central to Netflix's growth story and its advertising ambitions.
WSJ · +9 outlets
California law lets children of family vloggers force removal of footage of them
Senate Bill 1247 gives adults who appeared in family content as minors the right to demand takedowns once they turn 18.
Tubefilter · +3 outlets
Microsoft's Xbox Nano controller can connect directly to Cloud Gaming over Wi-Fi
The undocumented feature reduces latency by skipping a console or dongle, and arrives as the tiny controller launches.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel named, but reportedly still years from release
Bethesda finally revealed the game's subtitle and setting, while reporting indicates a launch is more than two years out.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Dead by Daylight pulls TheBurntPeanut's free DLC after community backlash
Behaviour Interactive removed streamer-branded content and apologized, with the studio conceding it broke trust with players.
Dexerto · +1 outlets
Apple services revenue hits record $31.6 billion but growth slows
The quarter was the first earnings report under new CEO John Ternus, with services carrying the results as iPhone sales grew.
Variety · +7 outlets
itch.io says it deleted terabytes of AI-generated content
The indie platform's purge reflects growing pressure on storefronts to police AI slop.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
MrBeast says he spent $7 million and hired 250 artists for Beast Labs season 2
The animated series features voice actors from Marvel and Star Wars, underscoring the scale of creator-led productions.
Dexerto · +1 outlets
Dead by Daylight developer apologizes after stripping TheBurntPeanut content
The streamer's fans reacted sharply, making the dispute one of the larger creator-versus-studio incidents of the week.
Forbes · +1 outlets
Instagram pushes longer videos while creators press for a revenue model
Creators say format changes are meaningless without clearer monetization, a recurring tension in the creator economy.
Forbes