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1 in 4 people in Japan believes AI could replace friends and family: poll
2 months ago
- 24.9% of Japanese believe advanced AI will replace friends and family, while 65.1% disagree.
- Younger age groups (18-29 at 32.5%, 30s at 30.1%) are more likely to hold this belief.
- 30.8% of respondents use generative AI like ChatGPT, with usage highest among those in their 30s (56.2%) and 18-29 (53.3%).
- Primary uses of generative AI include work (64.7%), household chores (35.3%), and asking about current affairs (27.1%).
- The survey was conducted on 2,000 people aged 18 or older, with a 57.1% valid response rate.
Nearly 9/10 game industry workers: GenAI use should be disclosed on storefronts
2 months ago
- 88.4% of games industry workers, mostly developers, believe generative AI use should be disclosed on digital storefronts like Steam.
- Valve's AI-disclosure policy, introduced in January 2024, was relaxed in January 2025, requiring disclosure only for player-consumed AI content, not efficiency tools.
- 48.7% of survey respondents disagreed with Valve's relaxed approach, while 32.1% agreed and 19.2% were unsure.
- Majority of respondents would disclose AI use for administrative or concepting purposes, indicating strong support for full transparency.
- 51.9% favored storefronts providing a list of criteria for AI use disclosure, such as QA, store descriptions, or concept art, over simple yes/no or percentage estimates.
- Over 70% of respondents work in small companies (up to 49 employees), with 78.5% never using AI on their own projects, and 73.4% expressing negative attitudes toward AI.
- 45.5% reported being banned or discouraged from using GenAI by leadership, while 26.4% faced some encouragement or mandate to use it.
- Among AI users, popular uses include ideation, code generation, documentation, and prototyping, but over 80% oppose using AI for art, voice acting, narrative, or audio in final products.
- Survey comments reveal strong opposition to AI and support for disclosure, with some calling for bans on non-disclosing companies, while others see AI as a necessary tool.
Future euro banknote design proposals
2 months ago
- The European Central Bank (ECB) is seeking public input on new euro banknote designs through a survey.
- Ten design proposals from designers across Europe are shortlisted, each with a unique concept.
- Designs range from cultural reflections (e.g., eyes and mouths symbolizing perception and expression) to nature themes like rivers and birds.
- Some proposals emphasize European unity, shared cultural spaces, or the EU motto 'United in diversity'.
- The ECB provides guidelines but bears no responsibility for elements in the final designs.
- Terms of use restrict the images to informational, editorial, or news-reporting purposes only, with proper attribution.
- The public can browse the designs and share their preferences in the survey.
45% of Enthusiasts 'Seriously Considering' Leaving Sony for PC
2 months ago
- 45% of PlayStation enthusiasts are considering switching to PC gaming platforms like Steam.
- Only 23% of surveyed readers plan to stick with PlayStation after recent controversies.
- 41% cite Sony's decision to stop manufacturing physical games as a key reason for leaving.
- 29% would opt for a gaming PC if the PS6 costs $1,000, while another 29% would stay with current consoles.
- Sony faces challenges in rebuilding fan trust after losing goodwill, but future next-gen announcements could potentially win back gamers.

survey

1 in 4 people in Japan believes AI could replace friends and family: poll

Nearly 9/10 game industry workers: GenAI use should be disclosed on storefronts

Future euro banknote design proposals

45% of Enthusiasts 'Seriously Considering' Leaving Sony for PC