The DogHouse 42 | The Week in Tech & Gaming: AI, Price Hikes, and Weird Headlines (Podcast)

The DogHouse 42 | The Week in Tech & Gaming: AI, Price Hikes, and Weird Headlines (Podcast)

This week, we’re talking AI-written code, Microsoft trying to win gamers back, and another wave of internet weirdness. From subscription price hikes and platform crackdowns to Steam hardware shortages and bizarre viral stories, there’s a lot happening across tech and gaming right now. We also cover Google’s growing AI push, the death of Ask.com, and what happens when a Cybertruck meets a lake. It’s messy, strange, and somehow very on-brand for 2026. Wanna read more about the articles? Check out: AI Is Writing Code, Plex Is Raising Prices, and Someone Drove a Cybertruck into a Lake | DogHouse 42 (Blog) Bark Bits INDUSTRY, AI, & NEWS eBay rejects $55.5bn offer from GameStop  Man who drove Tesla Cybertruck into Grapevine Lake says he's done it before. This time, he got stuck — and went to jail. | wfaa.com  Meta Lays Off 8,000 More Employees, Zuckerberg Focused on 'Delivering Personal Superintelligence' | PCMag Meta and YouTube found liable in social media addiction trial This Startup Wants to Put a Mini Data Center in Your Backyard | PCMag  Anthropic says more than 90% of its code is now written by AI | TechSpot Man who lost Bitcoin wallet password while high recovers $400,000 using Claude AI after 11-year lockout | TechSpot  Google Search Goes Agentic—and Doesn’t Need You Anymore | WIRED  Confused by Google's New AI Features? Here's the Free vs. Paid Breakdown and What You Can Try Right Now | PCMag Microsoft has an ambitious plan to win users back, and go toe-to-toe with Valve's SteamOS for gaming — but I'm not getting my hopes up | TechRadar  Microsoft says it's going to 'fundamentally raise the bar' on driver quality, reliability, and security across Windows | PC Gamer  Instructure Reaches Ransom Agreement with ShinyHunters to Stop 3.65TB Canvas Leak  Farewell, Jeeves: Ask.com shuts down | TechCrunch  X Will Now Limit How Much Some Users Can Post, Reply Each Day | PCMag  Twitch Has New Penalties For Streamers Caught Viewbotting, CEO Says  Plex's 200% Lifetime Pass price hike tries forcing users to another subscription - Ars Technica  GAMING  Mixtape on Steam  Mixtape might be too toxic to be a GOTY contender at the Game Awards  Mixtape developer claims the game won’t be delisted due to its licensed music | VGC Valve Streamlines Steam Store Tags List, Reveals Most Ubiquitous Tags | TechPowerUp  Gamers Struggle to Buy New Steam Controller, Valve Pledges Restock 'Soon' | PCMag  FUN NEWS! 40+ Classic Cartoon Network Flash Games Are Playable Again Tech Treat Games & Entertainment Humble 15th Anniversary - Indie Icons Showcase (pay what you want and help charity) Wanna Join Our Mailing List? Click Here! Contact Us: Email: podcast@doghousesystems.com Leave us a voicemail: 214-810-4347 Direct Message: Instagram | Facebook | X | Threads | TikTok Tags: tech news, gaming news, AI tools, Google AI, Anthropic, Microsoft gaming, Steam Controller, Valve, Plex, Twitch, Meta layoffs, cybersecurity, Cartoon Network games, PC gaming, gaming podcast, DogHouse Systems, gaming hardware, internet culture © 2026 DogHouse Systems, Inc.

The DogHouse 41 | Pentagon AI Deals, Steam Hardware News, and Gaming Industry Drama (Podcast)

This week, we’re diving into Pentagon AI partnerships, Blizzard’s controversial WoW pricing, and the latest gaming hardware and platform news. We also cover Steam’s controller return, changes to PlayStation DRM policies, and the growing conversation around AI in both gaming and security. Plus, there’s a new Resident Evil movie, Madden mods adding concussions back into football, and Nvidia might be reviving an older GPU. It’s another packed week across gaming, hardware, and tech. Wanna read more about the articles? Check out: Bark Bits INDUSTRY, AI, & NEWS The Pentagon announces AI deals with OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia, and more — LLMs to be deployed on classified Department of War networks ‘for lawful operational use’ | Tom's Hardware  Infosec This Week: AI Accountability Slips, Windows Defender Turns Attacker, and... Someone Tracked a Warship | PCMag  Apple 'has given up' on Vision Pro, report claims — costly price and weight behind purported failure, but the company continues to hire into its Vision Production Group | Tom's Hardware  A treehouse bundle in WoW costs a whopping $75, and while I know exactly who Blizzard's made it for, that doesn't mean I feel good about it | PC Gamer  Sony confirms PS4 and PS5 digital games don't require an online check-in every 30 days — new DRM policy only checks once for license to combat against refund scams | Tom's Hardware  Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Price Update - Xbox Wire  The Steam Controller has a release date: Steam Controller  Pearl Abyss paid its employees a 5 million won bonus after Crimson Desert reached 5 million sales: 'Our journey does not end here' | PC Gamer Diana has made it online: Diana (@PRAGMATAgame) / X  This mod brings concussions back into Madden 26, including symptoms like blurred vision, dizziness, and slower reaction times | PC Gamer  Everything Old Is New Again. Leak Tips Return of Nvidia RTX 3060 12GB in July | PCMag ENTERTAINMENT Resident Evil Trailer: Video Game Movie From Weapons Director Zach Cregger Tech Treat Games & Entertainment Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City:  A brotherhood in the shadows. A city on the brink. In the vacuum left by Shredder's demise, the Foot Clan's grip tightens on the streets you once called home. In the first-ever TMNT first-person action adventure VR game, forge your own chapter, solo or in co-op with up to three friends. Sledding Game:   A game about sledding and hanging out with friends :) Pack Talk Check out our blog post about CPUs! Meet the Parts | The CPU - The Brain Behind the Build - DogHouse Systems Wanna Join Our Mailing List? Click Here! Contact Us: Email: podcast@doghousesystems.com Leave us a voicemail: 214-810-4347 Direct Message: Instagram | Facebook | X | Threads | TikTok Tags: gaming news, tech news, AI industry, Pentagon AI, Xbox Game Pass, Steam Controller, Blizzard, World of Warcraft, Vision Pro, Nvidia RTX 3060, cybersecurity, PlayStation DRM, PC gaming, gaming podcast, DogHouse Systems © 2026 DogHouse Systems, Inc.

The DogHouse 40 | From Hacks to AI Burnout: The Week in Tech & Gaming (Podcast)

This week, we’re looking at growing security concerns across the internet, increasing fatigue around AI, and major shifts in how content is delivered and sold. From streaming and software changes to gaming updates and industry shakeups, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes. We also cover new features, big announcements, and a few lighter stories to balance things out. It’s a snapshot of where tech and gaming stand right now. Wanna read more about the articles? Check out: AI Fatigue, Security Issues, and the Slow Death of Physical Media | DogHouse 40 (Blog) Bark Bits INDUSTRY, AI, & NEWS From a Booking.com Breach to YouTube Phishing: The Internet's Security Problem Just Got Worse This Week | PCMag Spotify Expands Audiobook Features — and Printed Book Sales Go Live in the U.S. and U.K.  Disney Fires The Entire Team Managing Its DVD & Blu-ray Sales Raising Questions About The Future of Physical Media From Disney | Cord Cutters News  Apple Reportedly Threatened to Pull Grok From App Store Over Deepfakes | PCMag ChatGPT Overload? 54% of Americans Are Tired of Hearing About AI | PCMag Adobe takes Creative Cloud into Claude Code-esque territory - Ars Technica Bubble watch: Fashion brand Allbirds pivots hard to become AI services company - Ars Technica Jury finds that Live Nation and Ticketmaster acted as a monopoly : NPR  NZXT agrees to let customers keep their rental PCs in class-action settlement - Ars Technica GAMING  007 First Light reveals new Bond theme sung by Lana Del Rey - Dexerto A Bloodborne animated movie is coming from Sony and YouTuber Jacksepticeye Crimson Desert has managed to hit 5 million sales in its first month as its constant patches and improvements are successfully drawing in new players | PC Gamer Bungie Responds to Player Outcries With Co-Op and PvE-Rewarding Marathon Mechanics in New Update | TechPowerUp Fortnite Festival now lets you hit the skins for real with new MIDI drum kit compatibility | PC Gamer ENTERTAINMENT All The Big Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars News at CinemaCon 2026 Netflix to Launch Redesigned Mobile App With Vertical Video Later This Month | PCMag FUN NEWS! Pokemon Pop-Tarts Are Back For The First Time In 25 Years, And I Need One Right Now - GameSpot The same 400GB memory card used to store Artemis II Moon photos is now available to photographers on Earth | TechRadar  NASA Artemis II mission gives Kerbal Space Program a huge boost on Steam Pack Talk This week, we break down the GPU and which one you should pick. Wanna Join Our Mailing List? Click Here! Contact Us: Email: podcast@doghousesystems.com Leave us a voicemail: 214-810-4347 Direct Message: Instagram | Facebook | X | Threads | TikTok Tags: tech news, gaming news, AI fatigue, cybersecurity, data breaches, streaming industry, Spotify audiobooks, Disney physical media, gaming updates, Fortnite, Crimson Desert, NZXT, Ticketmaster, Netflix app update, DogHouse Systems, PC gaming, tech podcast © 2026 DogHouse Systems, Inc.

The DogHouse 39 | RAM Prices Spike, AI Costs Millions, and Tech Gets Weird

This week we’re talking rising RAM prices, massive AI costs, and some of the strangest tech stories we’ve seen in a while. From supply shortages and new AI efficiency tools to gaming updates and industry changes, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes. We also get into a few lighter stories, including space missions and unexpected tech issues where you wouldn’t expect them. It’s a mix of serious shifts and “wait, what?” moments across tech and gaming. Wanna read more about the articles? Check out: RAM Prices Are Exploding, AI Is Burning Cash, and Tech Isn’t Slowing Down - Early April | DogHouse 39 (Blog) Bark Bits INDUSTRY, AI, & NEWS DRAM prices predicted to jump 63% in Q2, NAND up to 75% — follows 95% jumps in Q1, Trendforce says AI server demand keeps supply tight | Tom's Hardware TurboQuant: Redefining AI efficiency with extreme compression OpenAI's Video AI Platform Sora Was Costing It $1 Million A Day World's Oldest Tortoise Exploited in Cryptocurrency Stunt | PCMag  New California Bill Could Give Children of Influencers the Right to Removal | PCMag. After 36 years at the legendary FPS studio, Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel is retiring | PC Gamer AMD says it will buy Intel, completing the strangest reversal in chip history | TechSpot HARDWARE Last chance: PlayStation 5 price increases by up to $150 tomorrow GAMING  Fortnite Tung Tung Tung Sahur and Ballerina Cappuccina skins officially revealed - Dexerto Farming Simulator 25 is being used to train young farmers in real classrooms - Dexerto FUN NEWS! Artemis II launches its historic moon mission: See the launch and mission details | Mashable Even Astronauts Need IT Help. Artemis II Faces Microsoft Outlook Login Issues | PCMag Tech Treat Games & Entertainment SUPER MEAT BOY 3D: The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer – now in 3D! On sale until 4/14! Pack Talk Lorenzo and Robert talk about their experiences with Crimson Desert, and their thoughts on the game! Wanna Join Our Mailing List? Click Here! Contact Us: Email: podcast@doghousesystems.com Leave us a voicemail: 214-810-4347 Direct Message: Instagram | Facebook | X | Threads | TikTok Tags: AI news, RAM prices, PC hardware, DRAM shortage, NAND flash, gaming news, tech updates, PlayStation 5, Fortnite, simulation games, space news, DogHouse Systems, PC building, tech podcast, gaming industry © 2026 DogHouse Systems, Inc.

The DogHouse 38 | DLSS 5, Intel’s New CPUs, and a Lot of Industry Drama

This week, we’re breaking down new Intel CPUs, backlash over DLSS 5, and the latest AI and industry news. From experimental hardware and Steam platform updates to lawsuits and shifting game economies, there’s a lot happening across tech and gaming. We also touch on major announcements from Nvidia, Bethesda, and Epic, plus a few genuinely good stories to round things out. If you’re trying to keep up with where PC gaming and tech are headed, this is the episode to catch up. Wanna read more about the articles? Check out: From New CPUs to DLSS 5 Backlash: What’s Changing in PC Gaming - Late March | DogHouse 38 (Blog) Bark Bits Articles Industry, AI, and News:  Intel Announces New Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus Series Desktop Processors - Intel Newsroom Intel’s ‘Arrow Lake’ Laptop Refresh Is Here: Core Ultra 200HX Plus CPUs Target Gaming Gains, More | PCMag Nintendo's Lawsuit Against The U.S. Government Is Automatically Paused | Nintendo Life Pokémon Go's AR data has been turned into centimeter-accurate navigation for delivery robots | TechSpot If you were scammed by malware hiding in your Steam games, the FBI wants to hear all about it | PC Gamer Encyclopedia Britannica Sues OpenAI Over Alleged Copyright Infringement | PCMag Google's Gemini, OpenAI’s ChatGPT, or Microsoft Copilot Are Coming to the Senate | PCMag Grammarly Turns Off 'Expert Review' Features, Faces Lawsuit From Author | PCMag WhatsApp Launches Pre-Teen Accounts With Parental Controls, Built-In Limits | PCMag Uber App Will Soon Let You Summon an Amazon Zoox Ride in These Cities | PCMag Hardware:  ASRock launches new Frankensteined motherboard with one DDR4 slot and two DDR5 slots — Intel board signals the RAM apocalypse is truly nigh | Tom's Hardware Entertainment:  Netflix Finally Confirms KPop Demon Hunters 2 2026 Oscars Winners List: Full Results From the Academy Awards Gaming:  Starfield Free Lanes update isn't "Starfield 2.0" but greatly improves the game Marathon will test duos mode, Bungie confirms NVIDIA's new DLSS 5 Brings Photo-Realistic Lighting To RTX 50-Series | Digital Foundry Bethesda weighs in on negative DLSS 5 reaction: 'This will all be under our artists’ control, and totally optional for players' | PC Gamer Jensen Huang says gamers are 'completely wrong' about DLSS 5 — Nvidia CEO responds to DLSS 5 backlash | Tom's Hardware Steam build of Death Stranding 2 leaks two days ahead of launch | PC Gamer In a wild turn for the Subnautica 2 lawsuit, a judge orders Krafton to restore fired Unknown Worlds CEO and gives them 9 more months to earn $250 million bonus | PC Gamer  Valve Outlines What It Takes to Get a Game Verified for the Steam Machine | PCMag Fortnite’s In-Game Currency Value Drops 20% to Help Epic Games ‘Pay the Bills’ | PCMag Some Good News:  Epic CEO and billionaire Tim Sweeney has been using some of his cash to buy up 50,000 acres of forest so it can't be flattened | PC Gamer The FBI’s Most Unlikely Special Agent Has Three Legs and a Nose for Circuit Boards | PCMag Tech Treat Games & Entertainment BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster: Relive the tale of the warriors of light. Enjoy strategic battles and over 20 different jobs. Plus modern gameplay enhancements and all-new minigames. The story of light and shadow that never fades is reborn. EPIC GAME OF THE WEEK Electrician Simulator: Take on the electrician role and learn the profession's basics! Install sockets, repair worn-out equipment, assemble broken appliances, replace light bulbs, and lay wires at your customers' homes. Be sure to check everything twice, with electricity, there are no jokes! World of Warcraft - Epic Anniversary Tachibana Pack: Get a Premium Japanese destroyer and some Epic permanent camouflages to celebrate our 5th year at Epic Games Store. Wanna Join Our Mailing List? Click Here! Contact Us: Email: podcast@doghousesystems.com Leave us a voicemail: 214-810-4347 Direct Message: Instagram | Facebook | X | Threads | TikTok Tags: PC gaming, tech news, Intel CPUs, Nvidia DLSS, AI news, gaming industry, Steam updates, Fortnite economy, Pokémon GO, hardware updates, gaming podcast, DogHouse Systems, PC hardware, gaming tech trends © 2026 DogHouse Systems, Inc.