Indie developer Eero Laine will delist his AI-generated game Hardest from Steam on 30.1.2025. In a statement, he said:
The game existing in its current form is a disgrace to all game makers and players.
Hardest uses AI for art and music, developed with tools from his university.
The game has received mixed reviews since its July 2025 release. No sales figures or community backlash were disclosed.
February 2026 will see a wave of major smartphone launches, including Samsung’s Galaxy S26 and Google’s Pixel 10a, with AI features taking center stage.
A power outage at a Microsoft data center disrupted services such as Windows Update and Microsoft Store access. The incident highlights growing dependence on cloud infrastructure.
AI chatbot misuse has been named the top health technology hazard for 2026. Experts warn that relying on AI tools for medical advice may lead to misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, and serious patient safety risks.
Flickr has confirmed a data breach linked to a security flaw at an external partner. Usernames, email addresses, and IP-related data may have been exposed, raising renewed concerns over third-party data security.