The UK government will ban ransomware payments. Is this the way to stop hackers?
You’ve heard the phrase, “We don’t negotiate with terrorists.” Well, the UK government seems to have a similar approach in mind for dealing with cybercriminals. Today, the British government announced it will introduce new cybersecurity measures to prohibit public sector and critical national infrastructure organizations from making ransomware payments to cybercriminals. In ransomware attacks, cybercriminals […]
Leaked video purports to show new Lenovo Legion Go 2 handheld with OLED display
The Nintendo Switch 2 is out, and Microsoft’s Asus-powered handheld gaming PCs are coming soon. Get ready, though, because another entry into the handheld PC space might make its grand debut soon. In a video posted to YouTube by user “in yo,” you can see about 20 minutes of what appears to be a proper […]
Google is reportedly pursuing AI licensing deals with news publishers
Google is reportedly talking to publishers for AI licensing deals, as the relationship between media and AI industries grows contentious. According to Bloomberg, Google is reportedly preparing to launch a “pilot project initially with about 20 national news outlets,” where the participants would license their content for Google’s AI tools. There isn’t much detail beyond […]
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What is VShojo? An explainer for Vtuber newbies.
A major shakeup happened today in the world of popular virtual avatars. Ironmouse, one of the most recognizable VTubers in the space, left American talent agency VShojo, alleging that it withheld payments to her and a charity she supports with the revenue from her content on Twitch and YouTube. For those who aren’t watching VTubers, […]
Threads unveils improved Insights metrics to help creators understand their audience
Threads is growing fast, but creators still need better tools to thrive — so Meta is rolling out improved analytics by enhancing Insights to help them understand what’s working and why. “We want Threads to be the best place for sharing perspectives that open conversations,” a Meta spokesperson told Mashable. “We’ve heard from creators that […]
This app turns your iPhone into a scanner, and it lasts for a lifetime
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Amazons Fire TV Soundbar Plus is just $5 shy of its record-low Prime Day price
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The ultra-portable Anker Solix C300 portable power station is on sale at Amazon for under $220
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