Would caning serve as effective deterrence?
This article explores a proposal by MP Tan Wu Meng to consider caning for scam-related offenses, prompted by rising scam cases in Singapore: Scale of the problem: Scam victims in Singapore lost $1.1 billion in 2024 alone Total losses exceed $3.4 billion since 2019...
Analysis of Level Design in Avowed
Based on the article, Obsidian implemented several thoughtful level design principles in Avowed that encouraged exploration and player engagement. Here's a detailed analysis of their approach: Rewarding Exploration The core philosophy behind Avowed's level design...
Space Marine Games Review
I've reviewed the article about Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3. Here's a summary of the key points: Space Marine 3 has been officially announced, following the commercial success of Space Marine 2 Some fans are concerned this might mean the end of support for Space...
Child Gaming Scams
Rising Issue of Child Gaming Scams Counselors report an increase in children under 16 seeking help after encountering scams. One counselor saw 12 cases in 2021, up from 7 in 2020 Another service assisted 5 children in 2021, up from 3 in 2020 Common Scam Types Children...
How gaming improves cognitive processes
Analysis of the Pros and Cons of Video Gaming Pros of Video Gaming Cognitive Benefits Improved visuospatial effects and hand-eye coordination Enhanced directed attention while playing Increased gray matter in the brain, which aids in interconnectivity between brain...
Top eCommerce platforms in 2025
The article evaluates six top eCommerce platforms for small to medium businesses in 2025: Shopify - Best for getting up and running quickly Pros: Easy setup, extensive app store, strong support Cons: Can get expensive with add-ons Pricing: From $39/month plus 2.9% +...
Disco Elysium Review
The article discusses the author's experience previewing gameplay from ZA/UM's new RPG (codenamed C4) at the Game Developers Conference. Here are the key points: About the new game (C4): It shares many similarities with Disco Elysium in terms of gameplay mechanics and...
AI Cybersecurity Solutions to Tackle Scams
AI in Cybersecurity: Fighting Scams Scale of the Problem: Scam victims in Singapore lost around S$650 million in 2023 Singapore reported a record 46,563 scam cases in 2023 Globally, cybercrime costs are projected to increase by USD 6.4 trillion from 2024-2029...
Diverse Efforts To Combat Global Scams
Key Players Fighting Scams YouTube Scam Fighter "Pierogi" Runs the "Scammer Payback" channel with 6.7 million followers Hacks into scammers' devices, gathering information about their operations Uses voice-changing technology to pose as elderly victims Works with law...
Analysis of Investment Scams in Singapore
Investment Scam Statistics and Warning Signs Investment scams were among the top 5 scam types in 2023, with 4,030 reported cases The average loss per victim was approximately $50,700 Warning signs include: Unrealistic returns (like 20% in a month with low/no risk)...