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IAMC25 was an incredible experience, and we are grateful to everyone who joined us in Paris.For years, this event has brought together artists and creative minds in the heart of Paris. But now, it is time for a new journeyone that will take us to unexplored territory.IAMC26: Uncharted Paths will lead us to Montreal.Full details will be announced in mid-May, but heres what you need to know:Two batches of early tickets will be released soon, available in very limited quantity.To be the first to receive updates, enter your email and stay informed.For the latest announcements, keep an eye on our Discord channel.

Digimon MonstersIt looks like Pokemon TCG Pocket has some company, as a mobile Digimon card game is getting a proper reveal this weekOn March 19, we'll find out more during Digimon Con. Exciting stuff!Image credit: Digimon Card Game News by Connor Makar Staff Writer Published on March 17, 2025 Fantastic news for those with a mobile card game-shaped whole in their heart. A nice little teaser video has been released on social media by the Digimon Card Game company, in which we see a Renamon get sucked into a mobile phone. This, it appears, is a hype video for an upcoming Digimon mobile card game we'll be learning about very soon.In fact, we'll be hearing more about the game during Digimon Con on March 19. For those truly eager to learn more, the announcement will be taking place at 7PM PST / 10PM EST / 2AM GMT / 3AM CEST. You'll be able to watch the reveal live on the official Digimon YouTube account here.To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Digimon Con is an annual fan fest of sorts, in which new reveals for the card game, anime, toys, comics and more are revealed to Digimon lovers around the world. The card game, which obviously is the focus here, has been around for quite some time! The cards were first released in Japan in April 2020, before landing overseas the following year. As for Digimon card game video games, there have been a few! There was a PS1 game that some fans really love, and then there's fan games like Project Drasil which aren't official but have kind of stood out as the sole representation of Digimon card games in the video game form. So basically, there's an empty stage set for a Digimon card game right now.In terms of competitors, this game will surely be head-to-head with a few big hitters. We aren't sure how pure of a Digimon Card Game replication it'll be, but if it does follow standard TCG rules then it'll be smacking up against the likes of Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel. If it's taking a more casual approach, then obviously it'll be nibbling at the massive plate of food Pokemon TCG Pocket has been feasting on.Will you be tuning into Digimon Con this week for news on this new mysterious Digimon mobile card game? Let us know below!

One-in-FiveStill not got the special Pokemon TCG Pocket Snorlax or Manaphy? Good news, part two of the Wonder Pick event gives you a little more timeWonder Picks may be stressful, but thankfully you've got a little more time to get the cards and cosmetics you want.Image credit: The Pokemon Company. News by Connor Makar Staff Writer Published on March 17, 2025 Howdy there Pokemon TCG Pocket fans. As you may know, the Snorlax and Manaphy wonder pick event is still ongoing, but if you're like me and have still yet to grab that elusive special Snorlax variant, or just want some new cosmetics, you're in luck.That's because today, until March 23, part two of the current wonder pick event has started. This means you've got around a week left to get what you want from the picks themselves, as well as a bunch of cool stuff you can blow event currency on.To see this content please enable targeting cookies. These cosmetics include a Manaphy coin, card back, a Manaphy plus Piplup play mat, and a cheeky Volkner profile pic for all you electric lovers out there. As in previous event shops, any additional event currency tokens you have once all the cosmetics are bought can be blown on shinedust. This is actually handy, as shinedust is soon to become the sole currency used in Pokemon TCG Pocket card trading.This all should provide plenty of time for folks to get what they want, granted they boot up the game and do some wonder picks every now and again. For me, I've found decent luck picking the top centre card in wonder picks. I'm having a dry spell right now, sure, but the moment I stop picking that slot I just know the card I want will turn up there. That's just how it works. You've gotta stay true to your gut feeling on this stuff, esspecially if you want to keep your pokedex maxxed out with all the promo cards. The moment I miss one, I think I'm cancelling my sub.Have you been having a good time using Manaphy or Snorlax this set? Let us know below!

Image: Nintendo LifeA newly updated patent published on 13th March 2025 provides further details to Nintendo's proposed AI resolution upscaling solution for the upcoming Switch 2 (thanks, Game Rant).Though the idea of AI upscaling for the new console is not a new one with a previous patent explicitly mentioning Nvidia's DLSS technology this latest filing lends even further support to the notion. The patent goes into detail regarding how AI upscaling can be implemented and even includes some tasty diagrams to explain how it all works.Essentially, it states that an native image of 540p can be upscaled via 'image-up conversion' and therefore output at 1080p via the relevant display. The theory with this is that Nintendo would be able to release games that require less storage than those that would otherwise display natively at a higher resolution.Here's how the patent breaks it down:"Image up-conversion is a technique that allows for conversion of images produced in a first resolution (e.g., 540p resolution or 960540 with 0.5 megapixels) to a higher resolution (e.g., 1080p resolution, 19201080, with 2.1 megapixels). This process can be used to show images of the first resolution on a higher resolution display."Thus, for example, a 540p image can be displayed on a 1080p television and (depending on the nature of the up-conversion process) may be shown with increased graphical fidelity as compared to if the 540p image were displayed directly with traditional (e.g., linear) upscaling on a 540 television."And here's a look at the flow chart detailing how the process works:Time marches on, and we only have just over two weeks until Nintendo lifts the lid on its new console with its Switch 2 Direct Presentation on 2nd April 2025. We're expecting to find out more about the console itself, the launch line-up of games, and of course, the price and launch date. It's time for Switch 2In four weeks' time...A rundown of Nvidia's AI upscaling techAre you excited at the prospect of AI upscaling with the Switch 2? Let us know your thoughts with a comment in the usual place.[source ppubs.uspto.gov, via gamerant.com]See AlsoShare:00 Nintendo Lifes resident horror fanatic, when hes not knee-deep in Resident Evil and Silent Hill lore, Ollie likes to dive into a good horror book while nursing a lovely cup of tea. He also enjoys long walks and listens to everything from TOOL to Chuck Berry. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related ArticlesNew 18+ LEGO Mario Kart Set Is A Better Build Than We ExpectedPole position on our wishlistsNintendo & Pokmon Company Had An "Adversarial Relationship", Say Former NOA Staffers"There was a little bit of salt"Switch 2 Predicted To Cost "$400 Or More"It could also be the "biggest console launch ever"PSA: Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Has Reportedly Leaked OnlineSpoiler shields, activate!

In BriefPosted:3:14 AM PDT March 17, 2025Image Credits:Westend61 (opens in a new window) / Getty ImagesUKs internet watchdog puts storage and file-sharing services on watch over CSAMAs duties under the U.K.s Online Safety Act (OSA) related to tackling illegal content came into force Monday, the internet watchdog, Ofcom, said it has launched a new enforcement program focused on online storage and file-sharing services.The regulator said its evidence shows that file-sharing and file-storage services are particularly susceptible to being used for the sharing of image-based child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The enforcement programmewill assess safety measures they put in place that are aimed at preventing offenders from disseminating CSAM on their services.Ofcom added that it has written to a number of these services, without naming any of those involved. It has put them on notice that formal information requests will soon be sent regarding the measures they have already implemented or plan to implement to tackle CSAM. It will ask them to submit illegal harm risk assessments.Failure to comply with the OSA could lead to major penalties of up to 10% of global annual turnover. Topics

A lot of the focus in generative AI up to now has been on text-based interfaces used to generate text, images and more. The next wave appears to be voice, and its rolling in fast. In the latest development, Google today announced that it would be adding Chirp 3 its HD voice interface to its Vertex AI development platform starting next week.Last week Google quietly announced that Chirp 3 would be rolling out 8 new voices for 31 languages. Use cases for the platform include building voice assistants, creating audiobooks, developing support agents and voice-overs for videos.The news was announced at an event at Googles DeepMind offices in London.Its efforts are coming at the same time that others are also leaping forward with their voice AI work. Last week, Sesame the startup behind the viral, very realistic sounding Maya and Miles AI apps announced the launch of its model for developers to build their on customised apps and services on top of its tech.Notably there will be usage restrictions around Chirp 3 to try to keep a handle on misuse. Were just working through some of these things with our safety team, said Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, at a news event today.ElevenLabs is among the major startups that have raised hundreds of millions in funding to expand their work in AI voice services.The news will bring Chirp 3 into the same stable as newer versions of its flagship LLM, Gemini, that are being tested, as well as its image-generation model Imagen and its pricey Veo 2 video generation tool.Its arguable whether what Google is releasing with Chirp 3 will be as realistic as some of the other AI efforts to create human voices (Sesames work stands out in particular). But as Demis Hassabis, the CEO of DeepMind, emphasized, this remains a marathon, not a sprint.In the near term this idea that [AI is] a silver bullet to everything in the next couple of years, I dont see that happening just yet. Think were still quite a few away, years away from something like AGI happening, he said. Its going to change things over the next decade, so the medium to longer term. Its one of those one of those interesting moments in time.Google launched Vertex AI way back in 2021 as platform for developers to build machine learning services in the cloud. That was, of course, well before the explosion of interest in AI, and specifically generative AI, that came with the launch of OpenAIs GPT services.Since then, the company has been leaning into Vertex AI in part as it plays catch up to other companies like Microsoft and Amazon building generative AI tooling for developers. In addition to building generative AI on top of Gemini, developers can use Vertex AI to classify data, train models, and set up train models for production. It will be interesting whether it moves to expand its walled garden to models beyond those created by Google itself.Google has been building Chirp voice services for years, going back to using the name as a code name for its early efforts to compete against Amazons Alexa service.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik have announced the launch of the states fourth Innovation Hub, located in Youngstown. The initiative, backed by $26 million from the Ohio Innovation Hubs Program and an additional $36 million from local, federal, and private sources, aims to expand research and workforce development in additive manufacturing for the defense and aerospace industries.Youngstowns long-standing role in manufacturing, particularly in additive manufacturing positions it as a strategic location for the hub. The process, which builds objects layer by layer, has become a critical tool for the rapid production of military components, reducing reliance on foreign supply chains.Governor DeWine emphasized the regions transformation from traditional manufacturing to a leader in advanced production methods. Building on the regions deep manufacturing roots, Youngstown has spent the last decade establishing itself as a leader in the research, development, and commercialization of additive technology, he said. With support from the Ohio Innovation Hubs Program, partners will now have added capacity to drive critical advancements in the defense and aerospace industries.The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has allocated an additional $1.2 million to the project through the Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) program. These funds will support engineering, facility design, and initial renovations for the hub.Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. Image via America Makes.Industry and Government Collaboration Secures FundingA coalition formed in February 2023 played a key role in securing funding. America Makes, the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute, joined forces with the City of Youngstown, the Youngstown Business Incubator, and the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber to advocate for the initiative. America Makes, a public-private partnership focused on advancing 3D printing adoption in U.S. manufacturing, has been instrumental in establishing Youngstown as a hub for additive manufacturing research and development.Lt. Governor Tressel highlighted the effort behind the initiative. Partners in this region have been laying the foundation for the Youngstown Innovation Hub for years, and its incredibly moving to see their hard work pay off, he said.John Wilczynski, Executive Director of America Makes, noted how the hub aligns with national manufacturing goals. Together with our regional ecosystem partners, we have elevated Youngstown as the epicenter for market-ready additive manufacturing technologies. This initiative strengthens that foundation, aligning our capabilities with the defense and aerospace industries and empowering small-to-medium manufacturers to leverage advanced technologies.the logo of America Makes. Image via America MakesManufacturing Expansion and Workforce DevelopmentProjected to create 450 jobs by 2029 across Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, and Ashtabula counties, the Youngstown Innovation Hub is also expected to generate $161.6 million in state revenue. Workforce training will be a key focus, with plans for 40 internships and 185 new STEM credential certificates to equip workers with additive manufacturing expertise.Youngstown Business Incubator CEO Barb Ewing described the initiative as a significant milestone for regional development. This truly represents the best of the Mahoning Valley, she said. This community came together to achieve this goal, and without the support of our local government, nonprofit, industry, and academic leadership, we wouldnt be celebrating this achievement.A 75,000-square-foot facility will house the Innovation Hub in the former Vindicator II building. The space will include 30,000 square feet dedicated to equipment, offices, and collaboration areas, providing infrastructure for additive manufacturing companies and research institutions.Youngstown Business Incubator logo. Image via YBI.Positioning Youngstown as a National Leader in 3D PrintingGovernor DeWine underscored the long-term impact of the project. Were ensuring that the next breakthroughs in additive manufacturing are proudly Made in Ohio, said Director Mihalik. Beyond the technology developed here, the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace and Defense will drive lasting economic growth and create opportunities that will benefit this region and its people for generations to come.Youngstown Mayor Jamael Tito Brown highlighted how the hub fits into broader economic revitalization efforts. The Innovation Hub is not only an anchor to the other economic investments weve made to bring our downtown back, but it cements Youngstown as the national leader in additive manufacturing and creates technology-based jobs right here that will attract and retain the best and brightest.The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber and Mahoning County Commissioners, both involved in funding and development, emphasized the initiatives potential to redefine the regions economy and establish Ohio as a leader in advanced manufacturing.Ohio Department Development Logo. Image via Ohio Department Development.Ready to discover who won the 20243D Printing Industry Awards?Subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter to stay updated with the latest news and insights.Featured image shows Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. Image via America Makes.Anyer Tenorio LaraAnyer Tenorio Lara is an emerging tech journalist passionate about uncovering the latest advances in technology and innovation. With a sharp eye for detail and a talent for storytelling, Anyer has quickly made a name for himself in the tech community. Anyer's articles aim to make complex subjects accessible and engaging for a broad audience. In addition to his writing, Anyer enjoys participating in industry events and discussions, eager to learn and share knowledge in the dynamic world of technology.

Dyndrite, a U.S.-based 3D printing software developer, has announced the integration of PermiAMthe controlled permeability process by Elementum 3D, a U.S. provider of 3D printing metal alloyinto its Dyndrite LPBF Pro software. This collaboration enables Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) engineers to manufacture metal components with both porous and solid sections within a single build, enhancing coolant flow, reducing assembly complexity, and improving structural reliability.Integrating PermiAM into Dyndrite LPBF Pro is a significant step forward in making advanced permeability-controlled metal AM at scale a reality, said Dr. Jacob Nuechterlein, President & Founder of Elementum 3D. This collaboration with Dyndrite will help push the boundaries of whats possible with metal 3D printing, bringing next-generation materials and manufacturing techniques to real-world applications.Dyndrite LPBF Pro. Image via: DyndriteAdvancing Metal 3D Printing with PermiAM TechnologyPermiAM is a patent-pending additive manufacturing (AM) technology initially developed by Masten Space Systems (now part of Astrobotic) and Elementum 3D. The technology allows for the creation of metal components that smoothly incorporate controlled permeability regions alongside fully dense structures. Dyndrite explained that by managing part porosity during production, engineers can design tailored fluid control systems with optimized performance for demanding applications, while also streamlining the design process and reducing costs.By enabling and scaling Elementum 3Ds PermiAM technology into Dyndrite LPBF Pro, were giving engineers and manufacturers unprecedented control over material properties, enabling production of concepts once thought impossible, said Harshil Goel, Founder and CEO of Dyndrite.Although initially tested in aerospace applications, such as hot fire trials for 3D-printed fuel injectors, PermiAM holds broad potential across industries requiring exacting fluid control. Its applications extend to fields such as commercial jet engines, automotive fuel injection systems, and advanced data center cooling solutions.PermiAM Figure. Image via: DyndriteBoosting PermiAM Adoption Across IndustriesTo support wider industry adoption, PermiAM will be offered as a plug-in for Dyndrite LPBF Pro, allowing users to apply PermiAM to parts with greater complexity, including intricate geometries, curved 3D paths, amorphous shapes, and functionally graded transitions between porous and solid materials. The PermiAM plug-in for Dyndrite LPBF Pro will be made available via Elementum 3D.Dyndrite also announced that Elementum 3D has secured an AFWERX contract to support the commercialization of PermiAM for defense applications and is actively seeking industry partners, especially in the space and defense sectors, to drive further development and implementation.Dyndrite LPBF Pro: Advancing Metal Additive ManufacturingIn 2024, Dyndrite introduced an enhanced version of its LPBF Pro software, designed specifically for LPBF-based metal additive manufacturing. Utilizing GPU acceleration, the software enhances computational performance and is compatible with leading LPBF machine manufacturers, including Aconity3D, EOS, Nikon SLM Solutions, Renishaw, and Xact Metal.In another effort to improve the LPBF process, Belgian 3D printing software and services provider Materialise partnered with ArcelorMittal Powders, a division of global steel manufacturer ArcelorMittal, in 2024. This collaboration aims to enhance the speed, quality, and cost-efficiency of LPBF 3D printing while optimizing metal 3D printing strategies for better performance and efficiency.Who won the 2024 3D Printing Industry Awards?Subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter to keep up with the latest 3D printing news.You can also follow us on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry Youtube channel to access more exclusive content.Featured image showsDyndrite LPBF Pro. Image via: DyndritePaloma DuranPaloma Duran holds a BA in International Relations and an MA in Journalism. Specializing in writing, podcasting, and content and event creation, she works across politics, energy, mining, and technology. With a passion for global trends, Paloma is particularly interested in the impact of technology like 3D printing on shaping our future.

Published March 17, 2025 6:00am EDT close 'CyberGuy': How to record voice notes on your iPhone Tech expert Kurt Knutsson talks about easily recording voice notes on iPhone via Notes. Voice notes are an incredibly convenient way to capture ideas, reminders or important information without needing to type or write. Whether you're using an iPhone or an Android device, we'll walk you through the steps to record voice notes effortlessly.. A man recording voice notes on his phone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Recording voice notes on your iPhoneWant to easily capture and organize voice notes on your iPhone? Heres how you can do it in just a few simple steps using the Notes app. We captured the images below on an iPhone 15 Pro running iOS 18.3.1.Step 1: Open the Notes appSwipe down from the top of your screen and type Notes in the search barTap on theNotes app to open it Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Step 2: Create a new noteTap thecompose icon (a square with a pencil) at the bottom right corner to create a new note Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Step 3: Start recordingWith your note open, tap thepaperclip icon above the keyboardFrom the menu that appears, select Record AudioPress thelarge red button to begin recording your voice Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Step 4: Stop and save your recordingTap thered button again to stop recordingYou can play back your recording using the play buttonTo view a transcript, tap thespeech bubble icon in the bottom left corner of your screen Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Words will behighlighted as they play, making it easy to review Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Step 5: Edit and shareTo rename your recording,tap the three-dot menu in the upper-right cornerSelectRenameType anew name Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Next, click returnThen,tapDoneShare your recording by tapping the share icon Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Then, choose options likeAirDrop,Messages orMail to share it Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)This feature is especially useful for creating searchable transcripts directly within your notes, making it ideal for meetings or lectures.Recording voice notes on your AndroidWant to quickly capture your thoughts or important moments on your Android? Heres how you can easily record voice notes using a simple voice recorder app. We captured the images below on a Galaxy S24 Ultra.Settings may vary depending on your Android phones manufacturer.Step 1: Locate or install a Voice Recorder appOpen yourapp drawer and search forVoice RecorderOr click the search bar and typeVoice RecorderIf it's not pre-installed, download avoice recorder app from theGoogle Play Store Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Step 2: Start and stop recordingOpen theVoice Recorder appTap thered record button at the bottom of your screen to begin recordingTap thestop button when you're done speaking Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Step 3: Save your recordingThen, next to the record button, tap theblack squareType a name for your recordingTapSave Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Step 4: PlaybackTap it from the list of saved recordings tolisten to your recordingPress play Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Step 5: ShareTo share it, tap onyour recordingThen select thethree-dot menu in the upper-right cornerClick theShare iconChoose yourpreferred method of sharing, such as Messages, Email or Google Drive Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Kurts key takeawaysRecording voice notes is a simple way to stay organized and capture ideas on the go. Whether youre using an iPhone or an Android, these steps will ensure you never lose track of important thoughts. With just a few taps, you can save time and boost productivity while keeping all your notes easily accessible.Do you prefer traditional written notes, or do you think voice notes are easier and more convenient for capturing ideas, reminders or important information on the go? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading toCyberguy.com/Newsletter.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? 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