Stability AI and Midjourney—two of the biggest names in the exploding field of AI-generated imagery—and portfolio site DeviantArt have become the target of a class action lawsuit, filed in California on behalf of artists. As we’ve covered previously, AI-generated imagery is a highly contentious field, one where “artists write algorithms not to follow a set of rules, but to ‘learn’ a …
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18 January
Sony’s New $200 PS5 Controller Dies Faster
Sony’s new PS5 controller, the wireless DualSense Edge, looks normal enough. It has the right number of buttons and enough space to rest your hands on its boomerang-shaped plastic. But its extreme customization presumably explains why it costs $200, almost three times the base price for the standard PS5 controller. A premium price for a premium product, I guess—as long as you’re …
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18 January
Thrustmaster T248 Racing Wheel Review – Is This The Best Entry-Level Wheel?
Thrustmaster is a venerable name in the gaming space, purveying all manner of racing wheels, joysticks and accessories. At an RRP pf £299.99, the Thrustmaster T248 racing wheel is the company’s latest entry-level model, and it’s in for a tough fight for the podium. That price bracket includes a lot of cool wheels, including my own Logitech G290 0which I’ll …
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18 January
Major Modding Site Pisses Off Tons Of Users
Nexus Mods, the biggest host of video game modifications in the world, came under fire from mod creators this week over controversial plans to prevent modders from fully deleting any works they upload to the popular mod-hosting network. Preparing for the full release of a new “Collections” system that will let users curate lists of complementary mods, Nexus Mods announced …
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18 January
Horizon Forbidden West Gets Massive Los Angeles
Major DLC was just announced for Horizon Forbidden West at The Game Awards 2022. It’s called Burning Shores and it takes Aloy to Hollywood on April 19, 2023. The end of the open-world RPG’s main campaign allowed Aloy to take flight on a Sunwing bird mech, and the DLC trailer opens with her riding it to Los Angeles where a giant creature topples the …
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18 January
Reason Twitch Star Amouranth Hasn’t Ditched NSFW
When 29-year-old Kaitlyn Siragusa—Twitch streamer Amouranth—said that if it weren’t for her allegedly abusive husband’s threats, she wouldn’t post as much NSFW content, some self-decided experts online expressed skepticism instead of compassion. They sustained their bad attitudes through Siragusa’s October announcement that she was filing for divorce, and continue to scrutinize her output for still being smutty. But in a recent Twitter thread, Siragusa says that an empire, …
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18 January
Sniper Elite 5 Review – A Solid Sequel
The world’s foremost socially distancing testicle surgeon is back to ensure there will never be any Nazi offspring. Yes, it’s Sniper Elite 5, a double-A series that has, over the years, somehow managed to sneak its way into my heart. Although they may be janky, there’s a charm and sense of fun to the Sniper Elite series that makes it …
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18 January
CFD Forextotal Review
CFD Forextotal is a trading platform that offers options on multiple assets such as stocks, commodities, indices, and currencies. Although this might seem like a lot of risks, the platform provides a wide range of services to help minimize the risk for investors like you. What is CFD Forextotal? CFD Forextotal is a free, web-based forex trading platform that allows traders …
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18 January
Retro Bowl Unblocked Games 911
Looking for a way to get some exercise while also learning new skills? Look no further than Retro Bowl Unblocked 911! This game is easy to learn and requires a little strategy to succeed, plus it’s great for adults who want to have some fun while they stay healthy. Find out how you can play this game, and the benefits it …
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18 January
Most Thoughtful Gifts for Mom From Daughters
You’ll win the best son or daughter award with these picks, even if she says she doesn’t want anything. Even if Mom says she doesn’t want anything for the holidays, you know she’ll appreciate something. You need to show her how much she means to you. So, for 2023, look to our list of the very best gifts for mom. A personalized …
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