Technology

Games Done Quick has announced the schedule for their Back to Black 2026 event, showcasing all-Black speed runs of popular and obscure titles. The event, organized by Black in a Flash, aims to celebrate the Black community through gaming while supporting the nonprofit Race Forward. Last year’s event raised $44,000 for the charity, highlighting the financial impact of this year’s upcoming event.

Rumors of a White House executive order preempting state AI laws circulated, but David Sacks’ involvement led to a failed attempt, causing a stir among lawyers and policymakers.

OpenAI’s CEO Altman and Apple’s former design chief Ive hint at a forthcoming AI device focused on simplicity and tranquility, offering a distraction-free computing experience. The device is set to launch within two years, aiming to provide a contrast to the often hectic and overwhelming nature of current technology products.

Campbell’s addresses concerns by confirming that its soups do not contain 3D-printed chicken, lab-grown chicken, or bioengineered meat, providing reassurance to consumers about the ingredients in their products.

OpenAI’s latest update allows users to seamlessly interact with ChatGPT Voice within ongoing chats, providing transcripts and visuals that enhance the conversation experience. This integration offers a more informative and engaging way to communicate with the AI model, setting a new standard for real-time interactions.

Humane Bench introduces a new AI benchmark focusing on the psychological safety and user well-being aspects of chatbot interactions. This innovative approach evaluates models based on principles of human flourishing, underscoring the importance of respecting user attention and ensuring positive user experiences.

China’s launch of the Shenzhou-22 spacecraft to the Tiangong space station not only provides supplies for the current crew but also ensures that astronauts always have a vehicle available for emergencies or returning home. This emergency mission highlights the importance of safety measures in human spaceflight missions.

Google’s upcoming Aluminium OS, merging Android and ChromeOS with AI at its core, reflects a broader industry trend towards unified operating systems powered by Artificial Intelligence. The move signifies a strategic shift in Google’s approach to PC platforms, promising enhanced user experiences and streamlined functionalities.

A federal judge has granted a temporary restraining order against OpenAI, preventing the company from using the word ‘cameo’ in its Sora app following a trademark infringement lawsuit filed by Cameo. The order will be in effect until December 22, with a hearing scheduled to determine if it should be made permanent. OpenAI disputes the claim and plans to continue making its case in court.

President Trump’s Genesis Mission, led by the Department of Energy, aims to double the impact of American science and engineering by leveraging AI and advanced computing. The mission will build a centralized platform to house extensive datasets and train scientific models, with the goal of accelerating scientific breakthroughs. The initiative will link sovereign AI supercomputers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and focus on key challenges in energy, medicine, health, and national security.