Technology
Fanatec's decline can be traced to a series of financial missteps and challenges in scaling its operations to meet the growing demand for sim racing equipment. As the global sim racing market grew in popularity, especially during the pandemic, Fanatec struggled to keep pace with production and distribution,
Technology
A recent bug in the Google Search app on Android caused widespread crashes, frustrating users who rely on the app for quick searches. The issue appeared with version 14.46.5.29.arm64, leading to reports of frequent app failures. Google quickly acknowledged the problem and released an update, version
In the world of home servers, Unraid stands out as a versatile and flexible operating system that allows you to manage storage, run apps, and virtualize your environment—all from a single platform. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast looking to streamline your data storage or a professional seeking powerful
Gaming
EA Removes Denuvo DRM from PC Version of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor In a surprising move, Electronic Arts (EA) has removed the Denuvo DRM (Digital Rights Management) from the PC version of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. This decision marks a significant shift for a company that has often relied on
HPE
Cyber Security
Microsoft recently confirmed that a significant outage affecting Azure and multiple Microsoft 365 services was caused by a Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attack. The incident, which lasted nearly 10 hours, impacted services such as Azure App Services, Application Insights, Azure IoT Central, and several Microsoft 365 and Purview services . Root Cause
Technology
CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity firm, recently announced that it has fixed 97% of the systems affected by a significant IT outage caused by a faulty software update. This incident, which occurred a week ago, impacted approximately 8.5 million devices worldwide, leading to disruptions in various sectors including flights and
Technology
In a significant development in the ongoing battle against cybercrime, two Russian nationals have confessed their roles in the infamous LockBit ransomware group. This revelation is part of a broader international crackdown on the ransomware syndicate, which has been responsible for numerous cyberattacks worldwide. Key Details of the Case Individuals
Crowdstrike
On July 19, 2024, a significant disruption affected CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor users on Windows systems. This unforeseen issue led to widespread system failures, manifesting in critical errors and the infamous "Blue Screen of Death" (BSOD). The incident, linked to a recent software update, caused substantial operational challenges
In an exciting development for smart home enthusiasts, recently released FCC documents indicate that Google's upcoming Pixel 9 smartphones will come equipped with built-in Thread radios. This addition marks a significant step forward in integrating smart home technology directly into mobile devices. What is Thread? Thread is a
MSI
In a recent cybersecurity incident, a database containing warranty claims from MSI, a well-known computer hardware manufacturer, was found to be publicly accessible. This breach exposed sensitive customer information, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in MSI's data management practices. Incident Overview The breach was discovered when a security researcher stumbled
Linux
As the tech landscape continues to evolve, choosing the right Linux distribution can make all the difference in your daily computing and specialized tasks.
ESA
The European Space Agency (ESA) marked a significant achievement with the successful inaugural launch of the Ariane 6 rocket. This new generation rocket is set to replace the Ariane 5, offering enhanced versatility and cost-effectiveness for a wide range of missions. 0:00 /2:24 1× A New Era in
Linux
The KDE community has announced the release of KDE Plasma 6.1.2, bringing numerous improvements and bug fixes to the popular desktop environment. This update enhances Wayland support, providing a smoother experience, especially for multi-monitor setups. The System Settings module has received several usability improvements, making it more intuitive.
Vulnerability Insights
In a significant security breach, cybercriminals have successfully stolen millions of phone numbers from the popular two-factor authentication (2FA) app, Authy. This breach has raised serious concerns about the security of 2FA methods and the potential for widespread fraud and identity theft.
Cloudflare
Cloudflare has unveiled a new tool designed to shield websites from the data-scraping activities of AI bots. This move addresses the increasing concern over unauthorized data collection by AI systems, which can lead to security issues and unauthorized use of web content.