A Wired investigation uncovered over 400 apps on Apple, Google, and Meta platforms that secretly housed deepfake sexual and violent content. Apple revised its guidelines to ban such content, highlighting challenges in detecting server-side changes post-approval, while Google and Meta face scrutiny for enforcement inconsistencies.

The Route du Rhum race saw a dramatic collision between Violette Dorange's Initiatives-Cœur and Romain Pilliard’s trimaran shortly after the start. Both competitors halted for repairs, with Dorange aiming to resume racing soon, while the incident's investigation continues.

OpenAI reports a significant surge in ChatGPT usage in India, doubling over the past year, driven by affordable pricing, multilingual features, and enterprise tools. Expansion plans include new offices, partnerships with Razorpay for advertising on ChatGPT's Engage platform, and investments in local infrastructure and safety to enhance AI access and adoption.

OpenAI is merging ChatGPT and Work into a single desktop app, phasing out ChatGPT Classic by January 30, 2027. This shift aims to streamline user experiences and integrate task execution with conversational AI, responding to user feedback on previous app versions.

GTA VI is set to redefine gaming and media landscapes, with its launch anticipated to impact entertainment, advertising, and social engagement profoundly. Rockstar plans a seamless launch, avoiding server issues to handle expected massive demand, and the game is poised to influence cultural and economic trends for years.

Australia is considering measures to ensure creators are compensated when AI models use their content for training. The government has ruled out broad text-and-data-mining exemptions, instead exploring fair-dealing-like mechanisms to protect creators' rights.

Greenpeace, supported by celebrities, is taking direct action to block bottom trawling in the Southern North Sea MPA by placing boulders to enforce an 'ocean park'. Despite criticism from regulators labeling the act as unlawful disruption, activists insist it's needed to protect marine life from intensive fishing, citing inadequate existing protections.

Forza Horizon 6's Series 7 update launches with new Tokyo routes and enhanced customization options. Players can expect fresh cars, special events, and bug fixes, enriching the gaming experience.

Plan your weapon collection in Cyberpunk 2077 from Dying Night to Phantom Liberty's Her Majesty, aligning quests for optimal access. Iconic weapons need crafting materials for upgrades, can't be disassembled, and differ based on ending routes and playstyle.

GTA 6's potential 210 GB install size remains speculative, drawn from datamines and unverified sources without official confirmation from Rockstar. Meanwhile, the game promises a dedicated performance mode to enhance gameplay, and the PS5 Pro's performance could be limited by CPU constraints, underscoring the importance of a balanced CPU/GPU setup.