In this week's episode, we delve into the formation of the Robust Open Online Safety Tools (ROOST) initiative by industry leaders Google, OpenAI, Roblox, and Discord, aiming to enhance child safety online through open-source AI tools. We also explore Nintendo's recent patent filings, revealing potential mouse-like functionality for the upcoming Switch 2's Joy-Con controllers. Additionally, we discuss former EA executive Bing Gordon's revelation that the company passed on acquiring major franchises like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft. Finally, we recap the latest PlayStation State of Play announcements, including the release date for Metal Gear Solid Delta and a new game from Housemarque.

0:00 Intro

1:04 Update

14:04 Roblox, Discord, OpenAI, and Google found new child safety group https://tinyurl.com/3ypfdsf9

25:33 Nintendo patents show the Switch 2 Joy-Con is a mouse https://tinyurl.com/3x3b64tb

35:58 EA 'Passed' on Buying Major IPs, Former Exec Reveals https://tinyurl.com/yek6hnk3

42:33 PlayStation State of Play https://tinyurl.com/43zpvtsx https://tinyurl.com/4774jhnp

1:33:53 Outro

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