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Exploring the challenges of AI-generated art in game development
Red Meat Games creative consult strategist discusses the ethical practices of using generative AI tools
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Opinion
What are the legal risks of using generative AI in games development?
Andrew Velzen of law firm MBHB explores the potential issues that can arise regarding IP law, privacy law and more
News
CWA union says it "stands in "complete solidarity with striking members of SAG-AFTRA"
CWA includes workers at "Activision, Bethesda, Blizzard, SEGA, Tender Claws, and ZeniMax"
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Startup raises $16m for generative AI behaviour engine
Artificial Agency aims to provide a more individualised experience through AI-generated characters with distinct personalities, with an engine due to launch in 2025
Opinion
Nintendo adopts wait-and-see on generative AI | Opinion
Disruptive new technology is always controversial – but Nintendo's decision to steer clear of generative AI is based on hard-nosed business logic, not high-minded creative ideas
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Nintendo says AI "can be more creative", but "also recognises that it has issues"
"Our company has decades of know-how in creating optimal gaming experiences for our customers"
Academy
Four ways AI and cloud can make game dev easier (and one thing they can't do) | GI Sprint
We talk to Xbox about what these technologies can do to support – but not replace – developers
Academy
How you can tap into the AI revolution to make games more efficiently | GI Sprint
Industry insiders shed light on the best way to make use of AI tools, without losing touch with your core purpose
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Microsoft to integrate AI into games
The tech giant showcased its artificial intelligence feature within Minecraft
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Meta loses another $3.8 billion on VR/AR
Overall company's revenues and profits surge, but stock dips on plans to increase AI spending
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Ubisoft: "If there is no value in gen AI for creatives, it is not going to be adopted"
We speak to the team behind Ubisoft's NEO NPCs on the potential and challenges around player-facing gen AI
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Xbox forms new game preservation and platforms teams, moves AI division under hardware
Amid the organisational changes, long-serving exec Kareem Choudhry departs after 26 years
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AI's biggest triumphs are not AI | This Week in Business
Among Us VR and Candy Crush Saga are billed as success stories for the latest trend, but they don't necessarily belong under the AI umbrella
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Lil Snack secures $3m in funding
The investment will go towards the development of the AI-powered pop culture trivia platform
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GDC 2024, PS5 Pro, and Ubisoft's AI NPCs | GI Microcast
Latest episode available to download or watch now
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Roblox unveils new AI-powered creation tools | News-in-brief
Players and developers can access the Avatar Auto Setup and Texture Generator tool
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Ubisoft debuts NEO NPC AI prototypes | GDC 2024
Three tech demos were shown to media behind-closed-doors
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Xbox: AI's influence and future are unwritten
At DICE 2024, Xbox's Haiyan Zhang discussed the use of artificial intelligence
News
Square Enix confirms Foamstars uses AI-generated assets
Publisher confirms that Midjourney was used to create in-game album art
News
AI voice acting and too many games | Microcast
Latest episode available to download (or watch) now
Opinion
AI, online platform regulation and loot boxes: Legal trends to watch in 2024
Dr Andreas Lober reflects on his 2023 predictions and looks at the year ahead to discuss how legislation could impact games companies
News
Steam's revised policy to allow "the vast majority of games" using AI
Valve details new rules on AI, with developers now required to disclose how tech is used in their titles
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SAG-AFTRA and Replica Studios pen AI voice agreement
Contract says that licensed voices can be used in game development, establishing fair employment for actors
News
New Square Enix president pledges "aggressive" AI push in 2024
Further blockchain and cloud investments also in the works
News
ZeniMax strikes tentative deal with union on AI
Microsoft subsidiary commits to AI uses that "enhance worker productivity, growth and satisfaction without causing workers harm"