TechCapsules

CORNERSTONE, the University of Southampton’s silicon photonics foundry, has launched the C‑PIC Future Leaders sandpit, inviting interdisciplinary teams to develop quantum‑ready silicon‑photonics platforms. The three‑day event runs 12‑14 January 2027 at the De Vere Horsley Estate, offering £750,000 in seed funding for pitch‑stage ideas. Eligible early‑ or mid‑career researchers may later submit full proposals up to £250,000. Applications open 21 September, close 27 November, with the program partnering the Integrated Quantum Networks and Quantum Biomedical Sensing hubs to boost UK quantum [...]

The article lists current Slayers 2 promo codes for Roblox, detailing how to redeem them and the rewards they unlock, including skill‑tree resets, gear, and general in‑game items. It explains that some codes require liking the Ouw Productions community and warns that skill‑tree reset codes trigger immediate changes. The piece also notes that expired codes are moved down the page and urges players to redeem them promptly. The guide covers the redemption process via the game’s landing page [...]

The International Federation of Robotics reported that 7,000 humanoid robots were sold worldwide last year for industrial and professional service use, a figure that is modest compared with projected growth, especially in China. Humanoid robots, defined by a human‑like appearance and autonomous operation in human‑designed environments, account for only a fraction of the global robot population, which includes 542,000 industrial and 199,000 service robots sold in 2024. The IFR’s new data set marks the first industry‑wide measurement [...]

Konami’s Silent Hill: Townfall, released for PS5, marks a new chapter for the franchise as Screen Burn Interactive takes creative control. The game opens with protagonist Simon Ordell arriving in the fog‑shrouded Scottish seaside town of St. Amelia, where a mysterious collapse tied to the Chapman Energy Group sets the stage for atmospheric horror. Townfall emphasizes exploration and a first‑person perspective, using a handheld CRTV to detect enemies and solve puzzles. The 15‑hour campaign unfolds gradually, introducing new mechanics that sustain [...]

Apple has announced a second wave of layoffs within its Fitness+ division, targeting the audio‑content team that produces programs such as “Time to Walk,” “Time to Run,” and guided workouts for Apple Watch users. Bloomberg reports the cuts may reduce the frequency of new audio releases but are unlikely to shut down Fitness+ entirely. The exact number of employees affected remains unknown, and Apple has not commented publicly. These layoffs follow earlier reductions in August that impacted [...]

Screen Burn Games released Silent Hill: Townfall, a first‑person survival horror that replaces the series’ usual action with stealth and sound‑sensitive enemies. The game follows American Simon Ordell as he investigates the abandoned Scottish town of St. Amelia, uncovering corporate greed, environmental disaster, and personal guilt. Players solve puzzles, navigate tense environments, and experience a narrative that shifts between characters to reveal the town’s dark history. The title’s 13‑hour run blends new visuals with classic Silent Hill motifs, emphasizing psychological dread [...]

ZetaChain’s community voted 99.4% in favor of shutting down its Layer 1 Cosmos‑SDK blockchain and migrating the ZETA token to Solana. The decision, approved at 10:58 a.m. ET, was reached with 58% voter turnout, surpassing the required 40% quorum. The move follows the team’s focus on Anuma, a private AI application launched in February, which the developers say can thrive on Solana’s infrastructure. The migration will convert ZETA to a Solana SPL token at a 1:1 ratio, keeping the [...]

Evil Empire, the studio behind Dead Cells, announced a free demo for its upcoming Castlevania title, Belmont’s Curse, slated for release on 14 October. The demo drops on 1 October for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, letting players experience the entire first chapter and carry progress into the full game. The demo runs at 60 fps on all platforms except the Switch, which targets 30 fps. The game follows Rose Belmont in a gothic action‑platformer that blends classic Castlevania mechanics with [...]