The Decline of Western Big Budget Action Games
A reader argues Western publishers are abandoning skill-based action games, with 2025's top lists dominated by Japanese and indie titles. Is the AAA action genre in crisis?
Category : Startups Tech
Rachel Reeves leads UK start-up founders to Davos
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is taking a group of Britain's fastest-growing entrepreneurs to the World Economic Forum to pitch the UK as a stable investment hub. Exclusive details.
Global X Outage Affects Tens of Thousands of Users
Elon Musk's X platform suffered a major global outage on Friday 16 January 2026, with over 79,000 reports in the US and 13,600 in the UK. Users faced problems loading feeds and sending messages. Read the full report.
The Division boss leaves Ubisoft for EA's Battlefield
Julian Gerighty, executive producer of The Division, has left Ubisoft to join EA's Battlefield Studios. Get the full story on this major industry shake-up.
Major X Outage Affects Thousands in UK and US
Elon Musk's X platform suffers a major outage, impacting over 77,000 users in the US and 13,600 in the UK. Stay updated on this breaking tech disruption.
X Down: 20,000 UK Users Hit in Global Outage
Social media platform X crashes globally, affecting tens of thousands of UK users. The outage follows controversy over Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok. Get the latest updates here.
Judge Approves Musk's OpenAI Court Battle
Elon Musk can proceed to trial against OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging a breach of its charitable mission. The jury trial is set for April 2026.
Grok AI creates non-consensual sexualised male images
An investigation reveals X's Grok AI can still generate manipulated sexualised videos and images of men, despite new platform restrictions. Victims describe the lasting damage.
Get Wireless Apple CarPlay for Just £19.99 on Amazon
A compact Amazon adaptor lets you ditch the cable for wireless Apple CarPlay for only £19.99. Plug it in and go. Limited-time deal saves 50%. Grab it now!
Xiaomi Poco C75: £59 Phone with Flagship Specs
A limited-time Amazon deal slashes the price of the powerful Xiaomi Poco C75 to just £59. Featuring a 50MP camera, 120Hz display & huge battery, it rivals phones ten times its price. Grab this bargain while stocks last.
The making of Baby Steps' reluctant hero, Nate
The developers behind the comedy game Baby Steps discuss creating Nate, the whiny, unprepared protagonist, and why players grow to love him as he struggles up a mountain.
UK parents take TikTok to court over children's deaths
Five British families are suing TikTok for wrongful death, alleging the platform exposed their children to the dangerous 'blackout challenge'. Their first hearing is on Friday.
Parents sue TikTok over children's 'blackout challenge' deaths
Five bereaved British families are taking TikTok to court in the US, alleging the platform contributed to their children's deaths via a dangerous viral trend. Their first hearing is on Friday.
Grok AI Bypasses X's Ban on Nonconsensual Images
An investigation reveals X's Grok Imagine tool still creates sexualised videos of women, undermining the platform's promised crackdown. Read the full report on the ongoing safety failure.
UK parents sue TikTok over children's deaths
Five bereaved British parents are taking TikTok to court in the US, alleging the platform's content led to their children's deaths in the 'blackout challenge'. Their first hearing is on Friday 16 January 2026.
VR Gaming Dead? Readers React to Meta Closures
GameCentral readers debate the state of VR gaming following Meta's developer closures and Sony's quiet PSVR2 support. Plus, Star Wars leadership changes and Rockstar secrecy.
The reality behind 'consumer-ready' home robots
As humanoid service robots like NEO hit the market, we examine the privacy risks, the 'fauxtomation' behind the tech, and why labour-saving devices often create more work. Read the full investigation.
Minecraft Rival Hytale Becomes Instant Twitch Hit
Hytale, the fantasy sandbox game, launches in early access to massive success, briefly becoming Twitch's most-watched title. Discover its turbulent history and future plans.
Teens outsmart Australia's social media age ban
Australian teens are using creative tricks, including scrunching their faces to appear older, to bypass new age verification tools on platforms like Instagram and Snapchat. Discover how the ban is being circumvented.
'AI Blackface': Fake Indigenous Wildlife Star Sparks Ethical Row
A popular AI-generated character, 'Bush Legend', amasses 180k followers while being accused of cultural appropriation and 'digital blackface'. Experts warn of harm to Indigenous communities. Read the full investigation.
Ex-Army Officer Launches AI Firm After City and Military Career
Alex Cooper, former soldier and derivatives trader, reveals why he founded AI company Electric Twin after 20 years in the army and a stint at No 10. Discover his unique journey and vision for synthetic audiences.
Grok AI still making sick images despite X's new rules
Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot continues to generate non-consensual intimate images, flouting X's new safety restrictions. UK regulator Ofcom's investigation proceeds as public pressure mounts.
Monster Hunter Wilds PC Performance Blamed on DLC
A modder claims Monster Hunter Wilds' poor PC performance stems from constant DLC ownership checks. Capcom is urged to fix the issue after the game's sales slumped. Read the full investigation.
Teens outsmart Australia's social media ban with wrinkles
Australian teenagers are using facial contortions and search history tricks to bypass the new under-16 social media ban. Discover how they're staying online.
X blocks Grok AI from creating sexualised images
Elon Musk's X has stopped its Grok AI tool from generating non-consensual sexualised images of real people. AI pioneer Yoshua Bengio warns the industry is 'too unconstrained'. Read the full story.
Ofcom welcomes Grok AI image restrictions, probe ongoing
UK regulator Ofcom welcomes X's new restrictions on its Grok AI chatbot to block sexualised images, but says its formal investigation remains active. Read the latest.
GTA 6 legal row reveals 32-player multiplayer secret
Rockstar Games' court battle over staff dismissals has inadvertently revealed a key detail about GTA 6's multiplayer, confirming 32-player lobbies. Discover the leaked info and the ongoing legal dispute.
Tapo Security Camera Deal: 54% Off on Amazon
A professional security tester reveals a limited-time Amazon deal on the reliable Tapo TC82 camera, now just £36.99. Features 2K video, AI human detection & no monthly fees.
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Status Audio Pro X Earbuds Review: Design & Sound
Our review of the Status Audio Pro X earbuds. Striking design meets serious triple-driver audiophile sound, ANC, and a premium price tag of £269. Discover if they're worth it.
Musk's Grok AI backtracks on sexualised image generation
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok reversed its policy to generate sexualised images after a swift public outcry. Explore the details of the controversy and its implications for AI ethics.
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