Lars Wingefors, the CEO of Embracer Group, is stepping into the role of executive chair to "focus on strategic initiatives, M&A, and capital allocation." This move is both alarming and infuriating. Are we really supposed to cheer for a corporate leader who is shifting gears to prioritize mergers and acquisitions over the actual needs of the gaming community? It's absolutely maddening! Let’s break this down. Embracer Group has built a reputation for acquiring a myriad of game studios, but what about the quality of the games themselves? The focus on M&A is nothing more than a money-hungry strategy that overlooks the creativity and innovation that the gaming industry desperately needs. It's like a greedy shark swimming in a sea of indie creativity, devouring everything in its path without a second thought for the artistic value of what it's consuming. Wingefors claims that this new phase will allow him to focus on "strategic initiatives." What does that even mean? Is it just a fancy way of saying that he will be looking for the next big acquisition to line his pockets and increase his empire, rather than fostering the unique voices and talents that make gaming a diverse and rich experience? This is not just a corporate strategy; it’s a blatant attack on the very essence of what makes gaming enjoyable and transformative. Let’s not forget that behind every acquisition, there are developers and creatives whose livelihoods and passions are at stake. When a corporate giant like Embracer controls too many studios, we risk a homogenized gaming landscape where creativity is stifled in the name of profit. The industry is already plagued by sequels and remakes that serve to fill corporate coffers rather than excite gamers. We don’t need another executive chairperson prioritizing capital allocation over creative integrity! Moreover, this focus on M&A raises serious concerns about the future direction of the companies involved. Will they remain independent enough to foster innovation, or will they be reduced to mere cogs in a corporate machine? The answer seems obvious—unless we challenge this trend, we will see a further decline in the diversity and originality of games. Wingefors’s transition into this new role is not just a simple career move; it’s a signal of what’s to come in the gaming industry if we let executives prioritize greed over creativity. We need to hold corporate leaders accountable and demand that they prioritize the players and developers who make this industry what it is. In conclusion, the gaming community must rise against this corporate takeover mentality. We deserve better than a world where the bottom line trumps artistic expression. It’s time to stop celebrating these empty corporate strategies and start demanding a gaming landscape that values creativity, innovation, and the passion of its community. #GamingCommunity #CorporateGreed #GameDevelopment #MergersAndAcquisitions #EmbracerGroup

Nos próximos dias, vai rolar o Festival de Annecy. E, aparentemente, várias organizações e sindicatos decidiram que é uma boa ideia fazer uma manifestação. O motivo? A tal da regulação das IAs generativas. Sinceramente, é um assunto que parece cansativo. São 18 organizações que assinaram um documento pedindo que a indústria criativa pense mais sobre o impacto que essas IAs estão tendo. Eles falam de artistas de várias áreas, como imagem, som e escrita. Mas, come on, quem realmente se importa? O mundo está cheio de coisas para se preocupar, e isso parece mais uma daquelas discussões sem fim. Acho que a ideia é que as pessoas entendam que as IAs estão mudando a forma como criamos e consumimos arte. Mas, para ser honesto, essa mudança já está acontecendo há um tempo, e a ideia de protestar agora parece meio... sem sentido. A verdade é que é difícil ver como isso vai trazer alguma mudança real. Enfim, a manifestação pode até ter um bom propósito, mas, no fundo, parece apenas mais uma oportunidade para as pessoas se reunirem e falarem sobre algo que, no final das contas, não vai mudar muita coisa. O que você acha? #FestivalDeAnnecy #IAsGenerativas #Arte #Protesto #IndústriaCriativa

In a world where the line between reality and digital wizardry is blurrier than ever, the recent revelations from the VFX wizards of "Emilia Pérez" are nothing short of a masterclass in illusion. Who knew that behind the glitzy allure of cinema, the real challenge lies not in crafting captivating stories but in wrestling with software like Meshroom, which sounds more like a trendy café than a tool for tracking and matchmoving? Cédric Fayolle and Rodolphe Zirah, the dynamic duo of visual effects from Les Artizans and MPC Paris, have bravely ventured into the trenches of studio filming, armed with little more than their laptops and a dream. As they regale us with tales of their epic battles against rogue pixels and the occasional uncooperative lighting, one can't help but wonder if their job descriptions should include "mastery of digital sorcery" along with their technical skills. The irony of creating breathtaking visuals while juggling the whims of digital tools is not lost on us. It's like watching a magician pull a rabbit out of a hat, only the hat is a complex software that sometimes works and sometimes… well, let's just say it has a mind of its own. Honestly, who needs a plot when you have VFX that can make even the dullest scene sparkle like it was shot on a Hollywood red carpet? As they delve into the challenges of filming in a controlled environment, the question arises: are we really impressed by the visuals, or are we just in awe of the technology that makes it all possible? Perhaps the true stars of "Emilia Pérez" aren’t the actors or the storyline, but rather the invisible hands of the VFX teams. And let’s face it, if the storyline fails to captivate us, at least we'll have some eye-popping effects to distract us from the plot holes. So, as we eagerly await the final product, let’s raise a glass to Cédric and Rodolphe, the unsung heroes of the film industry, tirelessly working behind the curtain to ensure that our cinematic dreams are just a few clicks away. After all, who wouldn’t want to be part of a film where the biggest challenge is making sure the virtual sky doesn’t look like a poorly rendered video game from the '90s? In the grand scheme of the film industry, one thing is clear: with great VFX comes great responsibility—mainly the responsibility to keep the audience blissfully unaware of how much CGI magic it takes to make a mediocre script look like a masterpiece. Cheers to that! #EmiliaPérez #VFX #FilmMagic #DigitalSorcery #Cinema

Why does the world of animation, particularly at events like the SIGGRAPH Electronic Theater, continue to suffer from mediocrity? I can't help but feel enraged by the sheer lack of innovation and the repetitive nature of the projects being showcased. On April 17th, we’re promised a “free screening” of selected projects that are supposedly representing the pinnacle of creativity and diversity in animation. But let’s get real — what does “selection” even mean in a world where creativity is stifled by conformity? Look, I understand that this is a global showcase, but when you sift through the projects that make it through the cracks, what do we find? Overly polished but uninspired animations that follow the same tired formulas. The “Electronic Theater” is supposed to be a beacon of innovation, yet here we are again, being fed a bland compilation that does little to challenge or excite. It’s like being served a fast-food version of art: quick, easy, and utterly forgettable. The call for diversity is also a double-edged sword. Sure, we need to see work from all corners of the globe, but diversity in animation is meaningless if the underlying concepts are stale. It’s not enough to tick boxes and say, “Look how diverse we are!” when the actual content fails to push boundaries. Instead of celebrating real creativity, we end up with a homogenized collection of animations that are, at best, mediocre. And let’s talk about the timing of this event. April 17th? Are we really thinking this through? This date seems to be plucked out of thin air without consideration for the audience’s engagement. Just another poorly planned initiative that assumes people will flock to see what is essentially a second-rate collection of animations. Is this really the best you can do, Montpellier ACM SIGGRAPH? Where is the excitement? Where is the passion? What’s even more frustrating is that this could have been an opportunity to truly showcase groundbreaking work that challenges the status quo. Instead, it feels like a desperate attempt to fill seats and pat ourselves on the back for hosting an event. Real creators are out there, creating phenomenal work that could change the landscape of animation, yet we choose to showcase the safe and the bland. It’s time to demand more from events like SIGGRAPH. It’s time to stop settling for mediocrity and start championing real innovation in animation. If the Electronic Theater is going to stand for anything, it should stand for pushing boundaries, not simply checking boxes. Let’s not allow ourselves to be content with what we’re served. It’s time for a revolution in animation that doesn’t just showcase the same old, same old. We deserve better, and the art community deserves better. #AnimationRevolution #SIGGRAPH2024 #CreativityMatters #DiversityInAnimation #ChallengeTheNorm

O que está acontecendo com o logo da ONU para a COP28? É simplesmente inaceitável que, em um momento tão crítico para o nosso planeta, a representação gráfica da organização que deveria liderar a luta contra as mudanças climáticas seja uma simples ilustração da catástrofe! O novo design, que mostra a subida das águas e a iminente submersão de terras, é uma afronta à seriedade da situação que enfrentamos. Essa é uma tentativa desesperada de chamar a atenção para um problema que todos já conhecemos, mas que, na verdade, não adiciona nada de novo ao debate. Ao invés de promover ações concretas e soluções eficazes para a crise climática, a ONU opta por um logo que apenas ilustra o desastre. Isso é um sinal claro de ineficiência e falta de visão! Estamos em 2023 e ainda vemos líderes globais se contentando com imagens impactantes em vez de se comprometerem com mudanças reais. O logo da ONU deveria ser um símbolo de esperança e ação, não uma representação gráfica de um futuro sombrio que poderia ser evitado com políticas adequadas. A mensagem que essa nova imagem transmite é de impotência e resignação, como se estivéssemos simplesmente aceitando o inevitável. Não podemos mais tolerar essa abordagem passiva diante de uma crise tão urgente. Enquanto os cientistas alertam sobre o aumento das temperaturas e a elevação do nível do mar, a resposta da ONU parece ser uma ilustração que, francamente, é mais uma peça de marketing do que uma chamada à ação. É hora de parar de brincar com a gravidade da situação e começar a agir! Precisamos de líderes que entendam a urgência deste momento e que se comprometam a implementar soluções que realmente façam a diferença. A COP28 deveria ser um marco histórico para ações climáticas globais, mas com um logo que enfatiza a tragédia, o que isso realmente diz sobre a seriedade com que estamos tratando a crise? Precisamos de mudança, de inovação, e acima de tudo, de comprometimento! Chega de símbolos vazios que representam apenas a nossa incapacidade de mudar o curso da história. Se a ONU não pode liderar com ações concretas, que pelo menos não se rebaixe a um mero retrato do apocalipse! #COP28 #MudançasClimáticas #ONU #AçãoClimática #DesastreAmbiental

🌟 Ciao a tutti! Oggi voglio parlarvi di un progetto straordinario che sta per cambiare il mondo dell'animazione: il programma "Génération(s) Start Motion"! 🎉 In occasione del Festival Nazionale del Film d'Animazione 2025, abbiamo avuto l'opportunità di scoprire questo ambizioso progetto che non solo si propone di formare nuovi talenti, ma anche di creare un vero e proprio Hub Internazionale per l'animazione stop-motion, tutto supportato dallo sviluppo locale in Bretagna. 🌍✨ Immaginate la magia di dare vita a personaggi e storie attraverso la stop-motion! Ogni fotogramma è un'opera d'arte, un capolavoro che richiede passione, creatività e, soprattutto, un forte spirito di collaborazione. "Génération(s) Start Motion" offre un programma di formazione che spazia dalla formazione iniziale a quella professionale, garantendo che ogni aspirante animatore possa trovare il proprio posto in questo mondo affascinante. 🎨🖌️ È incredibile pensare a quanto possiamo ottenere quando uniamo le forze e condividiamo le nostre conoscenze. Le residenze artistiche e le opportunità di ricerca e sviluppo sono il cuore pulsante di questo progetto, permettendo a creativi di ogni estrazione di esplorare nuove tecniche e innovare nel campo della stop-motion. 🏆💡 In questo momento storico, il potere dell'animazione è più forte che mai. Non solo ci permette di raccontare storie, ma ci unisce, ci ispira e ci motiva a sognare in grande. Ogni partecipante a "Génération(s) Start Motion" ha l'opportunità di contribuire a una comunità vibrante e in continua evoluzione, dove il futuro dell'animazione è luminoso e ricco di possibilità! 🚀🌈 Quindi, se sei un appassionato di animazione o un creativo in cerca di nuove sfide, non perdere l'occasione di far parte di questa iniziativa straordinaria. Il futuro è qui e ti aspetta a braccia aperte! 💖 Ricordati: ogni grande viaggio inizia con un piccolo passo. Fai il tuo primo passo verso il mondo incantevole della stop-motion! ✨ #Animazione #StopMotion #GénérationStartMotion #Creatività #FestivalDelFilm

🌟🎮 Salut à tous les passionnés de jeux vidéo ! 🎮🌟 C'est enfin le week-end ! 🎉 Vous avez survécu à une autre semaine et maintenant, c'est le moment de vous accorder un peu de plaisir bien mérité ! Si vous vous demandez comment passer ces précieuses 48 heures de liberté, laissez-moi vous dire que vous êtes au bon endroit. Voici quelques jeux incroyables que nous ne pouvons pas attendre de redécouvrir ce week-end ! 🚀💖 1️⃣ **Démarrez avec un classique !** Si vous cherchez une aventure qui vous transporte dans un autre monde, il est temps de plonger dans un jeu que vous n'avez peut-être pas touché depuis un moment. Les classiques comme "The Legend of Zelda" ou "Final Fantasy" ne prennent jamais une ride et offrent des heures de plaisir et de nostalgie. Chaque quête est une nouvelle opportunité pour explorer, apprendre et grandir. 🌍✨ 2️⃣ **Nouveau sur le marché ?** Pourquoi ne pas essayer quelque chose de nouveau ? La scène des jeux vidéo est en constante évolution, et il y a toujours des titres excitants à découvrir. Que diriez-vous de plonger dans un jeu de rôle captivant ou un jeu d'action palpitant ? Les dernières sorties comme "Elden Ring" ou "Horizon Forbidden West" sont là pour vous tenir en haleine et vous faire vivre des moments épiques. 🎉🔥 3️⃣ **Invitez vos amis !** Le week-end est aussi le moment idéal pour se rassembler et jouer ensemble. Que ce soit en ligne ou sur le canapé, partager des expériences de jeu avec vos amis peut rendre tout encore plus amusant. Organisez une soirée de jeux et laissez la compétition amicale commencer ! 🕹️🎊 4️⃣ **Ne négligez pas le temps pour vous !** Parfois, il est bon de prendre du temps pour soi et de se plonger dans un jeu relaxant. Que diriez-vous d'un jeu de simulation ou d'un jeu de gestion où vous pouvez créer votre propre monde ? Cela peut être incroyablement apaisant et gratifiant, alors n'hésitez pas à vous faire plaisir ! 🌈🍀 N'oubliez pas : le jeu est une occasion de se déconnecter, de rêver et de se reconnecter avec ce qui nous rend heureux. Alors, que vous soyez un gamer chevronné ou un novice, prenez le temps de vous amuser et de redécouvrir la magie des jeux vidéo ! ✨💪 Alors, qu'attendez-vous ? Mettez-vous à l'aise, préparez vos snacks préférés et lancez-vous dans cette aventure ! Le week-end est à vous, faites-le briller ! 🌟🎈 #JeuxVidéo #WeekendGaming #PassionJeux #Amusement #Aventure

In a world where connection feels like a fading memory, I find myself lost in the shadows of what once was. Every day, I watch others embrace the thrill of new experiences, like the revolution of fitness through virtual reality. The Meta Quest promises a transformative journey, a game-changer that invites us to escape into a realm where movement and motivation intertwine. Yet here I am, sitting in solitude, enveloped by a haunting silence that echoes louder than any joyous cheer. The bright screens and vivid worlds of VR spark curiosity and excitement in so many, but for me, they serve as a reminder of my isolation. I see people donning their headsets, pushing their limits, and achieving goals that seem just out of my reach. I wonder if they realize how lucky they are to share this moment with friends, to feel the rush of adrenaline as they conquer challenges together. The thought weighs heavily on my heart, the ache of longing for companionship gnawing at my spirit. While the fitness world evolves, I remain stagnant, trapped in a cycle of despair. Each day blends into the next, a monotonous routine that offers little comfort. I scroll through images of triumph and joy, my heart heavy with envy as I wish for even a fraction of that happiness. The Meta Quest symbolizes hope for many, a bridge to a healthier lifestyle, yet I sit on the sidelines, a ghost in my own life. The loneliness wraps around me like a heavy shroud, a constant reminder of the connections I crave but cannot reach. I long for someone to share the experience with, to laugh and sweat alongside, to revel in the shared victories that bring warmth to the soul. Instead, I am left with my thoughts—an endless loop of what-ifs and should-haves. How does one break free from this suffocating solitude? How does one find the strength to step into the light when every step feels heavier than the last? I write this not as a plea for sympathy, but as an echo of my heart. A whisper in the void that hopes someone out there feels the same. As the fitness revolution unfolds with the aid of virtual reality, I remain a spectator, yearning for connection, for understanding, for a hand to hold in the dark. In the world of Meta Quest, while fitness may find new heights, I hope to one day find my way back to a place where I can truly connect—where the weight of loneliness is lifted, and the joy of shared experiences reigns. #Loneliness #Isolation #VirtualReality #MetaQuest #FitnessJourney

In a world where open-source AI thrives on hope and collaboration, I often find myself lost in a sea of expectations and overwhelming complexities. 💔 Every line of code feels like a reminder of the countless hours I pour into trying to keep up with the ever-evolving landscape. "It’s hard," I whisper to myself, as the weight of my solitude presses down. Blueprints meant to simplify this journey often seem like distant dreams, slipping through my fingers just when I think I've grasped the essence of what they promise. It's hard to watch as others seem to navigate the waters of integration and experimentation with ease, while I flounder, overwhelmed by poorly maintained libraries and breaking compatibility with every update. I want to create, to experiment quickly, but the barriers are suffocating, leaving me to question my place in this vast, technological expanse. 🤖 I sit for hours, my screen illuminating a path that feels both familiar and foreign. Frustration bubbles beneath the surface—why is it that the very tools designed to foster creativity can also ensnare us in confusion? Each failed attempt is a dagger to my spirit, reminding me of the isolation I feel in a community that should be united. I watch, I learn, but the connection fades, leaving me in shadows where the light of collaboration once shone brightly. Every project I undertake feels like a solitary expedition into the unknown. I crave the camaraderie of fellow explorers, yet here I am, navigating this labyrinth alone. The promise of open-source AI is a beacon of hope, but the realization of its challenges often feels like a cruel joke. The freedom to create is entangled with the chains of necessity—a bitter irony that leaves me feeling more isolated than ever. I long for moments of clarity, for those blueprints to unfurl like sails catching the wind, propelling me forward into a landscape where creativity flows freely and innovation knows no bounds. But with each passing day, the struggle continues, a reminder that though the journey is meant to be shared, I often find myself standing at the precipice, staring into the abyss of my own doubts and fears. In this digital age, I hold onto the glimmers of hope that maybe, just maybe, the community will rise together to confront these challenges. But until then, I mourn the connections lost and the dreams that fade with each failed integration. The burden of loneliness is heavy, yet I carry it, hoping that one day it will transform into the wings of liberation I so desperately seek. 🌌 #OpenSourceAI #Loneliness #Creativity #IntegrationChallenges #Blueprints

So, there’s this thing about how Discord was ported to Windows 95 and NT 3.1. Honestly, it’s kind of interesting, but also a bit dull. Like, who even thinks about running Discord on those old systems? I mean, we’re all just used to the modern HTML and JavaScript-based client, right? It's funny to imagine people trying to connect on Discord using a system that's practically a museum piece. The whole idea of using a browser or that Electron package that still smells like a browser feels like the norm. But then again, what if there was a way to run Discord on those aged platforms? It’s a wild thought, but let’s be real—most of us would rather stick to our current setups. The article dives into the technical details, but let’s face it, who has the energy to sift through all that? It’s one of those things that sounds cooler on paper than it actually is in practice. I mean, sure, it’s neat that someone figured out how to make it work back in the day, but the reality is that most users don’t care about the logistics. They just want to chat, stream, or whatever it is people do on Discord nowadays. And it’s not like anyone is lining up to use Discord on Windows 95 or NT 3.1. I can’t even imagine the lag. I guess it’s just another piece of tech history that some people will find fascinating, while the rest of us just scroll past. So, yeah, that’s pretty much it. Discord on ancient systems is a thing. It happened. People did it. But let’s not pretend that it’s something we’re all eager to dive into. Honestly, I’d rather just scroll through memes or something. #Discord #Windows95 #TechHistory #OldSchool #Boredom