The upcoming Helldivers movie wont heavily involve the developers of the game, according to Arrowhead Game Studios creative director Johan Pilestedt.Pilestedt was asked on X if the studio would have a hand in the production of the upcoming film. The short answer is yes. The long answer is that well see, he replied. We are not Hollywood people, and we dont know what it takes to make a movie. And therefore we dont, and shouldnt, have final say.Hey! I've been dodging this question. The short answer is yes. The long answer is that we'll see. We are not Hollywood people, and we don't know what it takes to make a movie. And therefore we don't, and shouldn't, have final say. Pilestedt (@Pilestedt) January 10, 2025Although the movie is still in early development, according to Sonys announcement last week at CES, it sounds like it wont be led by anyone at Arrowhead. Its possible things could change as time goes on, but it doesnt seem like itll be a Last of Us TV show situation with lead developers co-creating it.With no names publicly attached to the project, it remains to be seen how the Helldivers movie will capture the thrill of exterminating space bugs and robots as an army of space marines loyal to a satirical fascist empire. The game is deeply inspired by 1997s Starship Troopers, a film coincidentally owned by Sony that still holds up today, which leaves a big question mark on how much the adaptation will lean into that. PlayStation Productions will be working with Sony Pictures on the film and the rest is up in the air. Since its creation in 2019, PlayStation Productions has been cooking up films and television shows based on Sonys major video game franchises, including Gran Turismo, Twisted Metal, and The Last of Us. The Helldivers movie is just one of seven projects on their way, most of which have no release date. Sony has already announced films based on Horizon Zero Dawn, Ghost of Tsushima, Days Gone, and Gravity Rush.

Prioritizing user needs and adopting a structured approach to AI initiativesIllustration by RobChappell2024 was a remarkable year of progress in artificial intelligence and its amazing how swiftly this technology has become embedded into both our professional and personallives.At home, Ive enjoyed watching my three young sons immerse themselves in AI in their own playful way. Theyve been captivated by the latest wave of AI-powered toys, especially our familys new pet robot, Loona, which charms them with almost sci-fi-like conversationspowered by an integration with GPT-4o that was released in May 2024. Loona has sparked curiosity, imaginative human-robot dialogue, and even a few lively sibling debates about how it thinks. Their excitement is a reminder of how AI is already shaping the next generations relationship with technologymaking it personal, engaging and even relatable.KEYi Techs Loona robotimage source: keyirobot.comThis sense of wonder carried over in the new year for me as 2025 kicked off with an awe-inspiring NVIDIA keynote presentation at CES, showcasing the progress of humanoid robots. NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huangs demonstration highlighted his own fascination with how far robotics and AI have come, and his strong prediction of the rapid pace of change we can expect in the yearsahead.NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huangs CES 2025 keynoteJan 6,2025For UX designers, a similar curiosity is needed in how we approach working with AI. Embracing AI requires us to rethink our processes, understand the technologys underlying systems, and ensure that human values and user needs remain at the heart of what wecreate.As artificial intelligence becomes the backbone of digital innovation, our role as designers is evolving. Were not just shaping interfaces, were crafting experiences that merge human-centered principles with entirely new ways of interacting with technology. This shift demands that we think like technologists, embrace data-driven systems, and bring a user focus to AI initiatives.To guide this transition, leading tech companies and universities offer actionable strategies for human-centered AI. In this post, Ill share UX frameworks from IBM, Google, Microsoft, and Carnegie Mellon University providing insights and resources for navigating the rapid evolution of AI technologies andtools.1. IBMs AI/Human ContextModelIBMs AI/Human Context Model stands at the core of its Design for AI practice. This model provides a structured framework to ensure that AI solutions interact seamlessly with users and evolve with user input, while respecting and enhancing the context in which theyoperate.Resource: IBMs Design forAIIBMs AI/Human Context Model is designed to guide the development of AI systems that align with human needs and values. The model breaks down AI-driven experiences into critical considerations, each essential to creating purposeful, context-aware, and human-centric solutions:Understanding intent: AI systems must prioritize human-centric goals, considering user intent, emotions, and context. The intent represents the foundational purpose of the AI system, encompassing the goals, wants, needs, and values of both users and businesses. It defines the why behind the solution and ensures the system is designed with a clear, user-centered purpose.Data and policy: This refers to the raw data collected from users and the world, alongside the policies that protect and govern its use. Data forms the backbone of AI decision-making, but its collection and handling must adhere to strict ethical and regulatory standards.Context is key to effective AI interaction. IBM stresses the importance of systems understanding situational and environmental factors that influence user behavior. For example, contextual data such as location, time, or task urgency can help AI provide more personalized and relevant recommendations.Machine understanding, reasoning, knowledge and expression: This refers to the AI systems ability to interpret structured and unstructured data within the context of its domain, apply logic to analyze data and decide the best course of action, ensure knowledge repositories are updated dynamically with new insights, and communicate its responses in a way that aligns with the users context and expectations.Human reactions and system improvement loop: This emphasizes that AI systems must be designed to work with humans, not just for humans, ensuring a balance between automation and human agency. The user reaction reflects the genuine feedbackexplicit or implicitthat users provide in response to the AI systems expression. Learning is emphasized in how the system continuously improves based on user interactions and feedback, enabling it to evolve and better serve its purpose overtime.Evaluating outcomes: This emphasizes that outcomes measure the real-world impact of the AI system, representing how well it addresses user needs and solves problems effectively and ethically.2. Googles Explainability RubricGoogles Explainability Rubric provides a clear framework for creating AI systems that are transparent, fair, and user-focused by highlighting 22 key pieces of information to share with users. As AI continues to influence our how we work, interact with businesses, and even become a tool for self expression; ensuring users can understand and trust these systems iscrucial.Resource: Googles Explainability RubricThe rubric is divided into three levels of information: General, Feature, and Decisionlevels.General level: Provide a high-level overview of how your product or service works, including the role of AI. Explain the primary purpose and benefits of using AI, the business model, and how AI contributes to value creation. Highlight steps taken to ensure safety, fairness, and transparency, including engaging with communities, addressing bias, and sharing performance information.Feature level: Detail specific AI-powered features, including how they operate, when AI is active, and user control options. Explain system limitations, human involvement, and personalization options. Provide information about the data used, including training data, external inputs, and how user data is processed and utilized.Decision level: Clarify how specific AI-driven decisions are made, the systems confidence in its outputs, and how it identifies errors or low-quality results. After decisions are made, provide channels for user feedback, allow contestability, and offer clear communication about errors andrepairs.3. Microsofts Human-AI Experiences (HAX)ToolkitMicrosofts HAX Toolkit is a comprehensive framework designed for teams developing user-facing AI products. It helps conceptualize what an AI system will do and how it should behave, making it a useful tool early in the designprocess.Resource: Microsofts HAXToolkitThe HAX Toolkit is versatile, allowing teams to mix and match its design tools based on their unique needs, use cases, product category, and goals. Key components of the HAX Toolkitinclude:Guidelines for Human-AI Interaction: These are best practices for designing AI behavior during user interaction. They guide AI product planning to ensure intuitive and effective experiences.HAX Design Library: A resource hub that explains the Guidelines for Human-AI Interaction with actionable design patterns and real-world examples.HAX Workbook: A collaborative tool for teams to prioritize which guidelines to implement, fostering focused and efficient design discussions.HAX Playbook: Specifically tailored for natural language processing (NLP) applications, this playbook identifies common human-AI interaction failures and offers strategies to mitigatethem.4. HCI Institutes AI Brainstorming KitCreated by researchers at Carnegie Mellon Universitys Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) Institute, the AI Brainstorming Kit is designed to distill AI capabilities and help teams explore what to build with AI. Innovation often falters not because of technology, but due to teams choosing the wrong projects to pursue. The AI Brainstorming Kit addresses this issue, providing a structured approach to designing AI-driven solutions that are both technologically feasible and user-centered.Resource: HCI Institutes AI Brainstorming KitThe kits structured approach reduces the risk of developing irrelevant or unwanted AI solutions. By focusing on both what AI can do and what users need, the kit empowers teams to innovate thoughtfully and effectively. The kit categorizes AI functions into distinct capabilities suchas:Detecting patterns (e.g. identifying faces inimages)Forecasting trends (e.g. predicting stockprices)Generating content (e.g. creating synthetic images ortext)Automating actions (e.g. executing workflows across different apps)It provides an overview of 40 real-world AI product examples spanning diverse domains like healthcare, education, and transportation. The kit also includes tools like ideation prompts, impact-effort matrices, and performance-expertise grids to guide users in selecting high-impact, feasible ideas. To use the kit, start by reviewing AI capabilities and examples to inspire your team. Then, run structured brainstorming sessions to explore opportunities, refine concepts, and assess potential solutions. This resource is ideal for workshops, organizational strategy sessions, and innovation labs, ensuring that teams design impactful and user-centered AI products.5. Googles People + AI GuidebookCreated by People + AI Research (PAIR), a multidisciplinary team at Google, the People + AI Guidebook offers a comprehensive resource of methods, best practices, case studies, and design patterns tailored to help designers, developers, and product teams create impactful AI-driven solutions.Resource: Googles People + AI GuidebookThe guidebook introduces more than 20 design patterns offering practical, action-oriented guidance for designing AI products. These patterns focus on addressing key challenges in the product development process and are organized around common questions to help teams find relevant insights.Getting started with human-centered AI (5 patterns):Includes guidance on determining if AI adds value, setting clear user expectations, and explaining product benefits effectively.Using AI in products (3 patterns):Emphasizes leveraging AI where it excels, balancing automation with user control, and managing precision and recall tradeoffs.Onboarding users to AI features (4 patterns):Covers anchoring on familiarity, making exploration safe, and providing clear explanations of new features.Explaining AI to users (5 patterns):Focuses on explaining AI capabilities for understanding, showing model confidence appropriately, and offering deeper, contextual explanations outside of immediate usecases.Responsible dataset building (6 patterns):Highlights practices like involving domain experts, designing for data labelers, maintaining datasets, and embracing the messiness of real-world data.Building and calibrating trust (7 patterns):Guides teams on transparency about privacy settings, error accountability, and enabling user feedback and supervision.Balancing user control and automation (5 patterns):Offers advice on automating progressively, returning control to users when needed, and ensuring automation issafe.Supporting users during failures (3 patterns):Encourages planning for error resolution and ensuring users can move forward when the AI systemfails.These five frameworks provide a foundation for designing AI that fits naturally into our daily liveswhether its a playful, conversational robot toy or an app that keeps us organized and productive. As UX designers, approaching AI with human-centered frameworks means balancing new technical capabilities with responsibility, questioning the readiness and suitability of AI for each use case, and building systems with user feedback loops that drive continuous improvement.Human-centered AI: 5 key frameworks for UX designers was originally published in UX Collective on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

We may earn a commission from links on this page.As it stands, it looks like TikTok will be banned from app stores on Jan. 19. And while I'm not an expert in government, I am a savvy social media user who knows people are worried about their followers, followed accounts, and saved videos disappearing. If you get your cleaning and organizing inspiration from TikTokwhere CleanTokkers have always been popular content creatorsyou may want to know of comparable Instagram accounts that you can look into as a replacement. Here are seven of my favorites. The best cleaning accounts on InstagramI spend a lot of time going through social media to find cleaning hacks, so I know a thing or two about what makes a solid cleaning video. Here are some of the best cleaning-focused accounts to follow.@cleanwithbeax, 812k followersI love watching the videos on @cleanwithbeax, where Bea Elton makes over homes that are stuffed with clutter, trash, and all-around mess. It's soothing to watch her transform grimy surfaces with a pass of a rag, and even if your home isn't as messy as the ones she deals with, you can always learn something from watching the way she maneuvers her vacuum or the taking note of the products she swears by.@gocleanco, 2.4 million followersThe videos on @gocleanco are more direct, how-to-clean posts interspersed with some inspirational, idealistic ones, like shots of a tidy home or holiday decor. Content creator Sarah McAllister is adept at serving up variety, so I often find myself scrolling past something idyllic and eventually browsing details about the best vacuums for sale online (which is great for when I simply want to absorb cleaning knowledge without having to think too hard about it). View this post on Instagram @anna_louisa_at_home, 4.3 million followersAnna Louisa, purveyor of @anna_louisa_at_home, is a quality follow. She's the author of the popular book The Five Minute Clean Routine, and her videos are extremely hands-on. She shares product roundups, hack rundowns, and quick tipsand I do mean quick, since her whole cleaning philosophy revolves around not spending too much time at it. The best organizing accounts on InstagramSome of the best content you can consume is less about cleaning and more about organizing. Speaking from experience, when I see someone share a video of how perfectly tidy and well-contained their stuff is, I get inspired to make my own spaces more organized. Organization lends itself to video content, especially, since before-and-afters are so satisfying, so let these inspire you. @mrshinchhome, 4.8 million followersSophie Hinchliffe, aka @mrshinchhome, is one of the most popular organizers out there. I get lost in her calm voiceovers, which accompany videos of her doing tasks like organizing her kids' packed lunches, going over her favorite cleaning and organizing products, and rearranging her home. In addition to great grid posts, her Instagram Stories are full of "reset" inspiration and clips of her sprucing up rooms and surfaces. @the.decluttered.mom, 380k followers@the.decluttered.mom is heavy on the inspiration and motivation: The account consistently posts content that gives people space to acknowledge that they're overwhelmed, and then it encourages them to get back in the game. The account has a gentle, helpful approach, and it seems to cheer for anyone who gets off the couch and organizes just one thing. If you need an account to treat you with some kindness instead of shaming you for not living in pristine luxury, this is the one. View this post on Instagram @organizingspacesbykim, 291k followersThe @organizingspacesbykim account has a video for everything: Tips on how to unpack if you're moving, ideas for organizing a pantry, and even advice on how to organize a barn. Even though I don't have anything like a barn, I still like watching a professional organizing team working through one, and I still pick up great tips on how to use storage containers and make solid decisions about what to keep or get rid of. This account is also excellent if you're looking for specific product recommendations and want to see exactly how they're used before buying them. @tidydad, 379k followers@Tidydad is a personal favorite of mine. Decluttering and organizing are female-dominated content niches, so it's cool to see a dad get in on the action, and it's great to see how the tidy dad himself, Tyler Moore, organizes his New York City apartment, since I, too, live in a small space. Moore, the author of Tidy Up Your Life, shares product reviews and tips that appeal to people with limited space, which makes for compelling and useful content, especially when so many other cleaning influencers appear to live in a palace. View this post on Instagram

Last week, Meta decided it would replace its professional fact-checking program with X-style "Community Notes" and it looks like a version of the feature is already being tested on Threads. Alessandro Paluzzi, a developer who frequently posts leaked details on Meta's apps, shared three screenshots that show an early look of what the Community Notes will look like in Threads.Paluzzi's images show a new "Write Community Note" option in the menu you can access in the corner of a Threads post. If you select it, it looks like you'll be able to anonymously submit your note, and if it's rated as helpful, it will appear under the post. The whole setup is not dissimilar from how X uses Community Notes, which started as a feature called "Birdwatch" on Twitter before Elon Musk acquired and renamed the company.Alessandro Paluzzi Engadget has reached out to Meta for information on the new Threads feature and will update this post if we learn more.Community Notes are just one of the ways Threads is changing under Meta's new approach to moderation. The app, which was against the sharing and promoting of "political" content, will now also suggest political posts. Instagram and Threads head Adam Mosseri demonstrated how you can adjust the amount of political content you see in your feed in a short video shared to Threads today. Meta is giving users three options to choose from: "See less," which attempts to weed out political content, "Standard," which suggests some political content and "See more," which treats political content like everything else on the app.It's not clear that Community Notes or toggles for political content address the actual issues users have with Threads, or if they'll make anyone happier. They do fit with the "free speech warrior" image Meta is trying to project, though.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/threads-is-starting-to-test-community-notes-232150151.html?src=rss

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If we had an hour together, we could talk about the many ways robotics and automation are rocking our universe, in implementations ranging from manufacturing and fulfillment to food packaging and preparation. But one of the most surprising targets on the list is healthcare.The healthcare industry is at a critical juncture. While healthcare costs are rising to historic levels, the population of individuals whose needs are highest and are aging out of the workforce is growing even faster. Healthcare organizations at all levels are suffering from increased workloads, poor retention, and rising operational costs. In arenas ranging from telehealth to home health and hospital support, robotics can provide new alternatives. Instead of burnout and churning of staff, it can offer more clinical precision, fewer possibilities for human error, and improved efficiency across the spectrum of healthcare delivery.The Healthcare Innovation Framework, provided by Don Capener, Strategy Lead, Chang RoboticsThese innovations span clinical, administrative, and logistical functions from all varieties of operation, signaling a paradigm shift in the ways health services are provided.CobotsThe most familiar realm is the use of surgical robotics to enable minimally invasive procedures with higher precision, and shorter and easier patient recovery times. Meanwhile, collaborative robots (cobots) are gaining traction as essential tools in addressing physical labor burdens and staff shortages.Cobots represent a critical solution to labor shortages and the physical strains on healthcare workers, which is increasingly important: A 2021 survey by the American Medical Association found that nearly 50% of healthcare workers reported significant burnout.Cobots can work alongside humans to handle physically demanding tasks like patient lifting, transporting medical supplies, and inventory sorting. They not only reduce the physical toll on healthcare professionals but also mitigate the risk of injuries, which cost U.S. hospitals more than $20 billion annually in compensation and lost productivity.Based on our recent installations we predict a cobot system could result in in a 15% reduction in workplace injuries and 25% decrease in staff turnover over a 2-year period. Additionally, the automated system reduced the time healthcare workers spent on manual tasks by 30%, allowing staff to prioritize clinical care.Autonomous information systems driven by AI are becoming increasingly important in healthcare administration as well. These systems handle routine but critical tasks such as scheduling, data entry, and inventory management. According to a Medscape survey, 62% of physicians cite administrative tasks as the top contributor to burnout. However, a recent McKinsey & Company report suggests that automation can reduce time spent on administrative tasks by 36%, leading to more efficient healthcare delivery.Financial considerationsOur clients have found that investing in a robotic or cobotic system has immediate payback, which can be additionally enhanced over time with financial optimization around billing and revenue. Early adopters are reporting the ability to achieve a two-year payback.As these technologies become more prevalent, of course, manufacturing efficiencies will drive costs down. Innovative financing models are emerging to make cobots more accessible to smaller healthcare facilities. Governments and healthcare systems can collaborate to develop financing models to make these technologies more widely available as well. Also influencing the payback: New research is showing that cobotic implementations can reduce manual task time by as much as 30%, while also reducing injury costs and turnover.What are the barriers and concerns?Of course, the adoption of robotics and AI in healthcare raises important regulatory concerns. Issues such as patient privacy, data security, and the potential displacement of human workers are vital. The increase in autonomous systems also raises questions of accountability: Who is responsible when a robotic system malfunctions or makes an error? Regulatory bodies are developing frameworks to ensure these technologies are used responsibly and that patient data is safe.As to displacement of human workers, early implementations are showing the displacement of workers to be largely offset by the need for workers more fully able to manage the functions influenced by automation, resulting in career growth opportunities. In all, the integration of robotics and automation into healthcare is not a future prospectit is well underway. By 2030, the healthcare robotics industry across all sectors is projected to reach nearly $45 billion, with significant growth in areas such as robotic diagnostics, AI-driven healthcare management, and precision surgeryareas where these technologies offer practical solutions to some of the industrys most pressing challenges including labor shortages, worker burnout, and rising operational costs.From all indications the successful adoption of these technologies will lead the healthcare industry to increasingly higher success in achieving more efficient, patient-centered care. It will also help operations and practitioners to achieve the financial results they need to succeed in the current healthcare industry, and can lay the groundwork for even greater success in the years (and decades) to come.Matthew Chang is cofounder and principle engineer for Chang Robotics.

Among Nikes iconic silhouettes making their way back for anniversaries in 2025, the Nike Air Max Craze is a relic of an experimental era. Born during Nikes Alpha Project divisiona pivotal time that saw designs like the Presto and Hyperflightthe Air Max Craze is a bold reminder of what happens when bold ideas meet audacity. Now, as it returns for its 25th anniversary, this cult classic re-emerges to bridge the gap between its futuristic past and a contemporary design ethos.Designer: NikeA Glimpse into the PastThe year 2000 was a revolutionary period for Nike, defined by its Alpha Project division, which sought to dismantle conventional footwear norms. The Air Max Craze, launched during this time, represented the brands pursuit of radical experimentation. Its design language was unlike anything that preceded it, with unconventional features that pushed the boundaries of both form and function.The shoes upper was a visual spectacle, incorporating grid-like patterns and graphic swoops that conveyed a sense of speed and energy. The bold orange detailing and streamlined graphics captured the futuristic optimism of the early 2000s, a time when technology and design seemed limitless. The lacing systemfeaturing a unique toggle mechanismwas a departure from tradition, further emphasizing the shoes experimental appeal. Beneath the surface, Nikes segmented Air Max sole technology provided superior cushioning, ensuring the design wasnt solely visually impactful but performance-ready.2025: A Modern RevivalTo mark its 25th anniversary, Nike is bringing back the Air Max Craze with a renewed focus on its heritage while integrating modern updates. Two notable iterations have been unveiled so far: the reissue of the original Bright Citrus colorway and the debut of the White Gold iteration. Each offers a unique perspective on how the design has evolved.The Bright Citrus retains much of the originals character, including its striking orange accents and signature grid patterns. Modern materials elevate the construction, offering improved durability and comfort without compromising the retro aesthetic. Reflective details enhance its appeal for nighttime visibility, a subtle nod to todays urban lifestyle demands.The White Gold introduces a cleaner, more contemporary palette, blending metallic accents with a minimalist base. While it maintains the originals industrial essence, the muted tones make it more versatile for everyday wear. This iteration reflects Nikes ability to adapt legacy designs to modern sensibilities, ensuring the Air Max Craze remains relevant across generations.Design Elements: Then and NowThe upper of the Air Max Craze has always been a focal point. The 2000 models grid-like graphics were not merely decorative but a statement of the eras futuristic aspirations. The 2025 versions refine these patterns with sharper lines and updated textiles, preserving the spirit of the original while making it more tactile and durable.The original toggle lacing system was revolutionary, offering a blend of functionality and aesthetic appeal. For the reissue, the laces have been subtly modernized for better adjustability and ease of use. The toggles are sleeker, blending seamlessly with the overall design while maintaining their utilitarian charm.One of the most striking features of the Air Max Craze is its exaggerated heel design. The 2000 version featured exposed spring-like elements that evoked an industrial, almost mechanical aesthetic. In 2025, these design elements will be retained but refined with modern manufacturing techniques, ensuring they balance style with structural integrity. The heel now comThe segmented Air Max sole was a technical marvel in its time, providing superior cushioning and responsiveness. The reissue retains this iconic feature while incorporating advancements in foam and air unit technology, ensuring the shoe delivers on the performance expectations of todays sneaker enthusiasts.Cultural Significance and LegacyThe Air Max Craze is a cultural artifact that highlights Nikes willingness to break boundaries in design during a transformative era. Its inclusion in the Alpha Project underscores its role as a symbol of innovation and boldness. Garnering a cult following over the years, the shoes unique blend of aesthetics and functionality continues to resonate with sneakerheads and design aficionados alike.By tapping into nostalgia and pairing it with modern updates, the 2025 reissue bridges the gap between past and present. It reflects Nikes ability to reinterpret bold designs for todays audience while staying true to its roots. The Air Max Craze demonstrates the lasting impact of daring ideasa seamless blend of art, function, and adaptabilityproving its enduring legacy as a design icon.The post The Nike Air Max Craze: Revisiting a Cult Classic in 2025 first appeared on Yanko Design.

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