Google must let publishers opt out of AI Search features, rules UK
Online publishers are getting more control over whether their websites appear in Google’s AI Search features, thanks to a UK regulatory ruling. …
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Leaked images show Microsoft’s new Xbox Cloud Gaming controller
… Image: The new cloud gaming controller looks a lot smaller than existing Xbox controllers. https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/xboxcontroller2.jpg?quality=90&strip=all Both white and black models are pictured in the leaked photos, and it looks like this new controller w… …
Remedy’s new boss says the Control studio will ‘double down’ on what makes it unique
… We are more focused than ever on moving forward with franchise expansion, self-publishing, and commercial discipline to improve our business performance. …
Leaked images reveal Xbox Elite 3 controller with mysterious new buttons
Hours after a smaller Xbox Cloud Gaming controller appeared online, Brazil’s Anatel regulator has also accidentally published images of what appears to be Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox Elite 3 controller. …
Google is testing AI chatbot search for YouTube
… I asked, “What is the Steam Controller,” and YouTube gave an overview of the controller, pointed to Valve’s new video about the controller, and highlighted both longform reviews and a “Quick Hands-On Reviews” section featuring Shorts including our new Short published today and one from last Novembe… …
Google is letting social media stars customize their search result page
… Media: https://twitter.com/UpdatesFromYT/status/2062599042140622944 Google already has knowledge panels that pop up for notable people and publications, but these new profiles offer those people and publications more control over what’s shown. …
Watch Sony’s elite ping-pong robot beat top-ranked players
… Two joints control the paddle’s position, two adjust its overall orientation, and the other three enable the robot to deliver powerful shots. …
Grand Theft Auto VI is warping the video game release calendar
… But now it’s joined by a bunch of major third-party titles: Dune: Awakening September 22nd , Control Resonant September 24th , Silent Hill: Townfall September 24th , Onimusha: Way of the Sword September 25th , and Ace Combat 8 October 2nd . …
Sony’s new fight stick and gaming monitor launch in August
… The monitor has a dedicated hook that can pop out from the back of the monitor to charge a DualSense controller, too — looks super handy. …
Amazon’s new plan for games: James Bond and AI Snoop Dogg
… Now that Amazon has creative control over James Bond, that seems like another obvious franchise for the company to build more games around, especially after the success of IO Interactive’s recently-released 007 First Light. …