Arc Raiders’ New Anti-Cheat Policy Is a Three-Strike Warning
The latest Arc Raiders update introduces a progressive three-strike system for cheaters. It’s a major shift from instant bans, starting with a 30-day suspension.
Category: Technology
That Bluetooth Flaw is Now Actively Exploitable. Update Everything.
Security researchers have confirmed that a serious Bluetooth vulnerability is now being actively exploited. The flaw, in Google’s Fast Pair Service, lets attackers silently take over nearby devices like headphones and speakers. You need to check for firmware updates immediately.
The World’s Quiet Plan to Hedge Its Bets on US Trade
In response to US trade policy, allies are forging new bilateral deals to diversify supply chains. The economic cost of this hedging strategy appears manageable, for now.
Barclays Bets Big on ASML, Upgrades Stock on AI Demand Surge
Barclays sees more upside for ASML after a strong earnings beat and guidance. Analyst Simon Coles says AI data center demand is materializing faster than expected, and competition between chip foundries will further accelerate orders for ASML’s critical EUV machines.
Windows 11 Hits a Billion Users Faster Than Windows 10 Did
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced Windows 11 has crossed the one billion user mark. It reached this milestone in just four years and three months, which is about three months faster than Windows 10 managed.
Tesla’s First Annual Revenue Drop Is a Major Red Flag
Tesla just reported its first annual revenue drop ever, even with a better-than-expected fourth quarter. The news comes as BYD officially dethroned it as the world’s top EV seller.
FBI Seizes RAMP, the Last Major Ransomware Forum
U.S. law enforcement has taken down the RAMP cybercrime forum, a key marketplace for ransomware groups. The forum was created in 2021 after other major sites banned ransomware talk. Its seizure creates significant uncertainty in the underground economy.
This Smart Telescope Puts the Universe on Autopilot
ZWO’s new Seestar S30 Pro smart telescope aims to make deep-sky astrophotography as easy as using a point-and-shoot camera. It packs dual Sony sensors, automated tracking, and an AI guide, all for a pre-order price of $549. But does automating the cosmos come with its own set of compromises?
Google just yanked a massive shady network off millions of Android phones
Google used a federal court order to dismantle a massive “residential proxy” network run by a China-based firm called Ipidea. The network secretly turned millions of Android phones into internet gateways for other users, often through free apps. While the takedown disconnected devices, the underlyin
TerraPower’s Nuclear Ambition: Bill Gates’ Bet Nears Key Permits
TerraPower, backed by Bill Gates, expects federal permits within weeks to build its next-generation Natrium reactor in Wyoming. The company plans to start operations by 2030 and has signed a major deal with Meta for up to eight reactors. But significant challenges around fuel, safety, and cost remai