FCC approves Verizon's $20 billion merger with Frontier

High Court Ruling on AI Use by Lawyers The High Court of England and Wales has emphasized the need for lawyers to take stronger measures to prevent the misuse of artificial intelligence in their practice. In a ruling that connected two recent cases, Judge Victoria Sharp stated that generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, “are not capable of conducting reliable legal research.” This highlights the importance of ensuring that legal professionals do not overly rely...

Sonoma County faces a lawsuit from the ACLU, alleging that its drone surveillance program, initially intended to monitor illegal cannabis cultivation, has expanded into a broader operation infringing on residents' privacy rights. The program reportedly conducted over 700 flights and captured 5,600 images, including private areas of homes, without warrants, leading to code violations and fines. One plaintiff discovered the county's surveillance when an employee revealed they had photos of her property, including her outdoor...

SummaryDuring the Summer Games Fest, Dinosaur Polo Club announced a new creative mode for Mini Motorways, set to launch in a free update on August 26 for Apple Arcade, Steam, and Nintendo Switch. This mode allows players to focus on aesthetics by recoloring, moving, and pivoting houses and destinations, offering a more ordered or chaotic city-building experience. The update adds an imaginative aspect to the game, which combines calm strategic elements with the challenge of...

Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest 2025, running from June 3-9, has emerged as the premier gaming event, showcasing a mix of AAA and indie titles through 15 individual livestreams. Highlights so far include the State of Unreal featuring updates on The Witcher IV and Fortnite, and Sony's State of Play revealing Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls and multiple release dates, including Silent Hill f on September 25. The event promises more announcements and trailers, with coverage...

At the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas, Coinbase's chief policy officer, Faryar Shirzad, announced the company's sponsorship of the America250 effort, which includes a military parade to celebrate the U.S. Army's 250th birthday, a project led by political consultant Chris LaCivita, tied to Donald Trump's administration. This revelation drew attention due to Coinbase's prior stance against political involvement and the controversial nature of military parades. The announcement occurred during a VIP-only event featuring Republican figures,...

HBO's adaptation of The Last of Us retains the poignant score by Gustavo Santaolalla, which series creator Neil Druckmann describes as integral to the game's essence. Santaolalla, an Oscar-winning composer recognized for his unique blend of Argentine folk and rock, emphasizes the emotional connection his music fosters in storytelling, even incorporating imperfections to humanize his sound. His collaboration with Druckmann on the project reveals his commitment to creating emotionally resonant experiences, which continue to engage...