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UK Researchers Invent Device to Thwart USB Malware
UK Researchers Invent Device to Thwart USB Malware
Device disguises computer OS whilst scanning thumb drive
Sept. 2, 2021
WhatsApp Fined €225m for GDPR Violations
WhatsApp Fined €225m for GDPR Violations
Ireland's DPC has issued the penalty following an investigation into whether WhatsApp has failed to discharge GDPR transparency obligations
Sept. 2, 2021
GDC Masterclass On UX Brings Psychology Into Game Development
GDC Masterclass On UX Brings Psychology Into Game Development
Celia Hodent's "Psychology and Game UX" helps game developers get inside their players' heads.
Sept. 2, 2021
Niantic promises more transparency after pandemic-driven Pokémon Go player uproar
Niantic promises more transparency after pandemic-driven Pokémon Go player uproar
Niantic has committed to a number of changes in player communication after players pushed back against the removal of pandemic-accommodating changes in Pokémon Go.
Sept. 2, 2021
Gambling in your game will now automatically land it a PEGI-18 rating
Gambling in your game will now automatically land it a PEGI-18 rating
PEGI will now automatically issue an 18+ rating for any title that features simulated gambling.
Sept. 2, 2021
CD Projekt revenues rise, profits slide in rough first half of 2021
CD Projekt revenues rise, profits slide in rough first half of 2021
CD Projekt still managed to turn a profit after a rough first half to 2021, and says it will launch next-gen versions of Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher III by year’s end.
Sept. 2, 2021
Paradox CEO Ebba Ljungerud resigns due to "differing views" on company strategy
Paradox CEO Ebba Ljungerud resigns due to "differing views" on company strategy
The news comes months after Paradox reported its most successful fiscal year in history.
Sept. 2, 2021
Apple tweaks App Store rules for reader apps to allow external links and payments
Apple tweaks App Store rules for reader apps to allow external links and payments
The changes comes as Apple continues to prevent game developers from using third-party payments over security concerns.
Sept. 2, 2021
MyGames grabs minority stake in Spanish dev The Breach Studios for $4.1 million
MyGames grabs minority stake in Spanish dev The Breach Studios for $4.1 million
MyGames has indicated the investment could precede a majority acquisition.
Sept. 2, 2021
Thunderful has purchased Spanish developer Stage Clear Studios for $2.9 million
Thunderful has purchased Spanish developer Stage Clear Studios for $2.9 million
The acquisition is the latest in a string of deals for Thunderful, which has been bolstering its internal development capabilities.
Sept. 2, 2021
Analysis: what's with Steam refunds and short games?
Analysis: what's with Steam refunds and short games?
The GameDiscoverCo newsletter digs into the numbers and logic behind Steam refunds of short games.
Sept. 2, 2021
How to create GodRays in Unity URP
How to create GodRays in Unity URP
Hello, this is Romain, VFX Game Artist at Dreamirl and today I'm gonna explain in this Article how to create a fake God Rays FX thanks to the Particle System.
Sept. 2, 2021