FOX on Tech

Los Angeles is set to host the 2026 Global Esports World Finals, a weeklong competition and celebration in December. The LA Times will partner in transforming a warehouse into a virtual arena, marking a major step in esports infrastructure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AI is transforming game development, with 87% of developers seeing positive impacts, despite concerns over data rights. Plus, discover Nintendo's latest racer, Kirby Air Riders, set to expand multiplayer racing in November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Google says AI mode will be available to more users around the world, as it integrates agentic features to its signature search business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Google says you can now perform photo editing with voice prompts, thanks to Gemini artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spotify's Follow Along feature now introduces a visual dimension when it reads back your favorite audio books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the demand for data centers in the US surging because of AI and the massive amounts of energy needed to power it, we got an inside look at data center leader Equinix's massive location in Virginia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The General Services Administration is partnering with artificial intelligence companies to create a proprietary chat bot that serves the needs of the federal government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gamescom kicks off on August 19th in Cologne, Germany, promising to be one of the biggest gaming events globally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nintendo teams up with the Interstate Scholastic Esports Alliance to launch esports tournaments for grades 4-12, reaching over 80,000 students across 23 states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apple is trying to make up ground in the artificial intelligence race, considering robots and other hardware that can showcase the new technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest version of OpenAI's signature artificial intelligence chat bot is getting some less-than-stellar reviews, so the company says it is restoring access to the previous version. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A researcher tells TechCrunch how easy it is to bypass modern vehicle security systems and unlock a car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TerraPower says there's potential in harnessing nuclear waste to fuel new cancer treatments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The groundbreaking design of Chrysalis, a theoretical spacecraft intended for interstellar travel to Alpha Centauri. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take Two Interactive, addresses rumors of a potential $100 price tag for the highly awaited GTA VI, emphasizing the importance of delivering value that exceeds expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tune in for a joint interview with Fox Weather's Steve Bender where we explore the impact of weather effects in video games with Bend Studio's Chris Reese and Kevin McAllister. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instagram's new friend tracking feature has some users concerned about privacy violations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Artificial intelligence researchers in China say they've managed to create a synthetic brain that replicates one from a macaque monkey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the discovery of Vine's archives, Elon Musk aims to restore access for X users. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump alongside tech leaders in Pennsylvania, highlighting major investments in artificial intelligence which aim to drive innovation, enhance technological capabilities, and position the U.S. as a leader in AI development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

China-based Unitree Robotics is now offering its R-One model robot for just under six thousand dollars, making it one of the most accessible high-tech purchases available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We recap the latest Nintendo Direct, which focused on partner games and brought exciting announcements for Switch 2 users. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The exciting collaboration between Alamo Drafthouse and Sony Interactive Entertainment as they launch "The Way of the Samurai" film series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OpenAI's latest feature for ChatGPT is designed to transform how students interact with artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

YouTube's latest initiative to enhance user safety through AI-driven age verification. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Microsoft's latest innovation in web browsing: the experimental Copilot Mode integrated into the Edge browser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recent FOX polling results that reveal Americans' negative feelings towards artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns users that the information they share with chat bots can still be subject to a subpoena and divulged to law enforcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The indie game scene is feeling the heat! This episode dives deep into the recent, significant policy changes on Itch.io and Steam concerning "Not Safe for Work" (NSFW) content. Itch.io, a vital platform for independent game makers, has announced it's de-indexing adult games, following in the footsteps of its larger counterpart, Steam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's major release, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers! This highly anticipated Souls-like game is garnering significant interest among gamers for its challenging gameplay and unique dark fantasy setting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Samsung says consumers now have more options to pay in installments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

YouTube says you can now use Google's Veo 2 artificial intelligence tool to generate a short video based solely on a picture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Experts are raising concerns and calling for more research about how young kids are relying on artificial intelligence for advice, relationships, and a range of other needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pope Leo XIV is sounding off about the potential harms of artificial intelligence and pushing for an international treaty to regulate the emerging technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tired of having your search results clogged up with AI-generated images? Privacy-focused search engine DuckDuckGo says users can now opt to filter out such content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Exciting news about the upcoming "Legend of Zelda" film, set to release in 2027. Discover the fresh faces taking on the iconic roles of Princess Zelda and Link in the world of Hyrule. The potential storyline, the anticipated appearance of the villainous Ganondorf, and what fans can expect from this cinematic adaptation of the legendary game series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This new installment takes players on a thrilling journey through the cavernous depths of Ingot Isle, where Donkey Kong searches for golden bananas and battles the villainous VoidCo. Discover how the game reimagines the classic lore, featuring Pauline and the co-op mode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OpenAI says its flagship artificial intelligence chat bot can now performance tasks using a virtual computer, instead of drawing on your device's processing power. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Companies like Bee Charged are now offering mobile electric vehicle charging for drivers who find themselves in a jam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

YouTube could soon try to tackle the increasing amount of artificial intelligence-generated content on its platform as it becomes a bigger problem for users. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More passengers are trying out Tesla's automated taxi service in a geofenced part of Austin, Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ireland's government wants to know if TikTok's parent company ByteDance is storing data on European users on Chinese servers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest updates to Team Asobi's PlayStation 5 exclusive, Astro Bot. This game of the year winner continues to captivate fans with over 90 levels, introducing new bots and keeping the single-player experience fresh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey with Sony Interactive's highly anticipated sequel, "Ghost of Yotei." In this episode of "Fox on Games," we provide an exclusive preview of the upcoming game, set to release in three months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's a new version of the Grok artificial intelligence chat bot, but it comes amid criticism of the bot for antisemitic postings and allegations that Elon Musk was manipulating its replies to favor conservative viewpoints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The parent company of TikTok says it's creating a separate version of the app for the United States, which could allow the company to comply with a law that forces a sale to an American buyer without giving access to the company's valuable algorithm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meta is announcing a partnership with Oakley for a new generation of artificial intelligence-powered glasses that can do things like record video and provide live translation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says artificial intelligence is going to lead to productivity growth but also fewer jobs at the company, a sentiment echoed by other leaders across the tech industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Researchers across the globe are using artificial intelligence to create paints and coatings that reflect summer heat, significantly reducing electricity usage and demonstrating AI's potential to accelerate innovation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Microsoft announces significant layoffs across Xbox-owned studios, including King, Bethesda, and Rare, as part of a strategic shift to focus on growth areas and increase agility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices