Psyche keeps its date with an asteroid, but now it’s running in backup mode

Researchers have confirmed that metals can self-heal from nanoscale fatigue damage, an observation that aligns with predictions made in 2013 by Texas A&M's Michael Demkowicz. The healing process, which occurs at room temperature and may involve cold welding in vacuum environments, suggests potential for advancements in metal durability and applications. Need More Context? 🔎

NetEase has announced its first single-player AAA game, titled Blood Message, a story-driven action-adventure set during the final years of the Tang Dynasty. Players control a nameless messenger and his son as they navigate desolate landscapes, combat enemies, and uncover ancient artifacts, with no release date yet announced for consoles and PC. Need More Context? 🔎

Paul Pope has created some of the most visually stunning comics of the twenty-first century, including "Batman: Year 100," which critiques a dystopian surveillance state, and "Battling Boy," featuring an adolescent god battling giant monsters. However, it has been over a decade since Pope released his last major work in the comics field. Need More Context? 🔎

Xbox is reportedly collaborating with Meta to launch an Xbox-branded Quest 3S VR headset, featuring 128GB of storage, an Xbox wireless controller, and three months of Xbox Game Pass, priced at $399 and slated for release on June 24. While there's no official confirmation, this initiative follows a blog post hinting at a partnership, suggesting Xbox's interest in expanding its hardware collaborations. Need More Context? 🔎

Top executives from major U.S. companies, including IBM and JPMorgan Chase, warn that AI poses a job threat, although economists see no significant layoffs yet. While some leaders push for AI adoption to please shareholders, uncertainty remains about actual productivity gains and the long-term impact on employment, with ongoing debates suggesting a complex outcome between job elimination and creation. Need More Context? 🔎

The Washington Post highlights the carbon cost of AI queries, noting that a single question can generate grams of CO2, with ChatGPT consuming about ten times more energy than a Google search. While users can limit AI-generated responses, the overall environmental impact is significant, as data centers require vast electricity and freshwater for cooling, with larger AI models being more energy-intensive yet more accurate. Need More Context? 🔎