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June 11, 2026

Babbel or Duolingo? This is our polled readers’ favorite language-learning app

In a survey conducted by Android Authority with 9,487 votes, Duolingo emerged as the favorite language-learning app, capturing nearly 42% of the votes. Babbel followed with 28.7%, while Google Translate's new language learning feature received just under 10%. Memrise attracted 7.5% of the votes, and Drops garnered 3.1%. Additionally, 9.4% of participants mentioned alternative apps like Qlango, Preply, LingoDeer, Pimsleur, and Dreaming Languages.

AppWizard

June 11, 2026

Epic Games Store PC Weekly Free Games 11/06/2026

The Epic Games Store is offering two free games from 4 PM BST on June 11, 2026, until 4 PM BST on June 18, 2026. The first game, The Ouroboros King, combines chess-like strategic gameplay with roguelike elements, allowing players to build armies and explore a world filled with relics. The second game, Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks, is a combat racing game set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, featuring fast-paced racing with Ork-themed vehicles and intense multiplayer battles.

AppWizard

June 10, 2026

France’s Government Messaging App Tchap Got Breached

On June 7, 2026, Tchap, the French government's encrypted messaging platform for civil servants, experienced a significant breach detected by ANSSI. The breach resulted from a compromised user account and involved the education shard of Tchap, specifically targeting matrix.agent.education.tchap.gouv.fr. Approximately 650,000 messages, data from over 73,000 accounts, and about 13.5GB of documents and media files were allegedly scraped. The attacker also claimed to have discovered hardcoded LDAP credentials leaked through a PowerShell script shared by a regional director of the French tax authority. DINUM, the French Digital Affairs Directorate, stated that private conversations on Tchap are end-to-end encrypted and that the compromised account has been blocked. They notified CNIL about the potential exposure of personal data and reminded users to avoid sharing sensitive information in public chat rooms. The breach follows a mandate from Prime Minister François Bayrou in August 2025 requiring all civil servants to use Tchap, increasing its attractiveness as a target for cyber threats. The investigation into the breach is ongoing.

AppWizard

June 10, 2026

Destiny 2 goes out as God intended: Amidst absurd streamer drama featuring four content creators, an esports org, a boutique PC maker, an ex-NFL star, and $180,000

In 2025, streamer Strauss won a fraud claim against former NFL player Kenny Vaccaro, who was found liable for approximately ,000 plus interest. However, collecting this amount proved difficult, and Strauss reported spending an additional ,000 in legal fees without any return. Vaccaro's legal team contested the summary judgment due to a procedural error. In June, streamer Jake Lucky retweeted Strauss's plea for help, leading Mitch Jones to provide 0,000 to cover Strauss's initial loan and legal fees. Strauss clarified that the funds would reimburse him and that he was still seeking a contingency lawyer to pursue the case, with any future recovery intended to be returned to Jones.

AppWizard

June 10, 2026

Where Winds Meet is Out Today, With Exclusive XBOX Game Pass Benefits and a New Expansion on the Way

Where Winds Meet, a free-to-play Wuxia open-world ARPG, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and cloud platforms. Since its launch last November, the game has attracted over 80 million players and has had two expansions. The game is set in 10th Century China and features six distinct regions for exploration. Players can customize their combat style with various weapons and martial arts skills, and take on roles such as a doctor or assassin. A new expansion, Hidden Mountain, was announced, introducing a mountainous region with new gameplay mechanics. The game supports Smart Delivery and is optimized for Xbox, featuring HDR support and upscaling for better visuals. Xbox Game Pass members can access the game and receive a starter pack of resources from June 7 to July 23.

AppWizard

June 10, 2026

Woman Says Crush on Brother’s Best Friend Became Real After Late-Night Minecraft Sessions

A 21-year-old woman shared her story on Reddit about developing a relationship with her brother's best friend after bonding over Minecraft. Initially, she thought her feelings were unreciprocated, but their gaming sessions led to increased communication and a coffee date, where they both expressed mutual feelings. They have been dating for three months, and her brother supports their relationship. The post received over 22,000 upvotes and sparked more than 900 comments from the Reddit community, celebrating their connection.

Tech Optimizer

June 9, 2026

Fake ChatGPT download site infects Windows and Mac users with malware

A counterfeit website, openew[.]app, is impersonating OpenAI's official ChatGPT download page and distributing malware. Windows users who download from this site receive a credential-stealing malware loader, while macOS users are infected with Odyssey Stealer, a variant associated with cryptocurrency theft. The fake site mimics the legitimate ChatGPT interface and uses HTTPS to appear trustworthy. The Windows malware, Chat_GPT.exe, creates a back channel to an attacker-controlled server, while the macOS malware captures sensitive data and attempts to replace legitimate cryptocurrency wallet applications with compromised versions. Users who download from official sources remain safe, but those who click on ads or unfamiliar links risk compromising their online accounts and sensitive information. Malwarebytes offers protection against this malware. Indicators of compromise include specific file hashes and network indicators associated with the malicious site.

Tech Optimizer

June 9, 2026

Tiger Data launches PostgreSQL extension designed for AI agents

Tiger Data has launched a managed PostgreSQL database service called Ghost, designed for AI agents, addressing the limitations of traditional database architectures for autonomous software. The service is now generally available and allows agents to create unlimited databases quickly through a feature called "fast forking." Ghost utilizes Tiger Data's Fluid Storage technology, which employs a copy-on-write storage layer, enabling multiple database instances to share data blocks while charging users only for changed data. The service supports popular PostgreSQL extensions and is positioned as an evolution of PostgreSQL, maintaining its compatibility with the existing ecosystem. Tiger Data has raised 0 million in funding and employs 200 individuals across 25 countries.

AppWizard

June 9, 2026

Ball State IDIA Lab Launches Mesa Verde Virtual Companion App for Apple and Android Devices

Ball State University’s Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts (IDIA Lab) has launched the Mesa Verde Virtual Companion, an augmented reality mobile app designed to enhance public engagement with Mesa Verde National Park. The app is available for free on the Apple App Store and Google Play and includes features such as augmented reality experiences, 3D visualizations of ancestral structures, narrated interpretations, animated figures, and interactive learning content about the Ancestral Pueblo people. The app aims to facilitate both on-site and off-site exploration of the park, which contains nearly 5,000 archaeological sites and is recognized as a national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site. It targets park visitors, educators, families, and remote users, incorporating accessibility features like a welcome tutorial and voiceover options. The project emphasizes immersive learning and cultural preservation, using advanced digital media to connect users with Indigenous history. The IDIA Lab, supported by Lilly Endowment, Inc.’s Digital Media Initiative, develops projects that explore virtual and augmented reality and collaborates with various organizations to enhance educational experiences.

AppWizard

June 9, 2026

[Exclusive] Asia Game Buzz & GameDev Reports: China’s Steam & PC Gaming Market in 2025

The Chinese gaming market is valued at approximately .6 billion and is projected to have over 683 million players by the end of 2025, with 42.4 million users on the Steam platform. Client-based PC games make up about 22.28% of the market, equating to around .5 billion, while the legal console market is estimated at .1-1.2 billion for 2025. Steam holds 87% of all monthly active users in the PC and console market, while PlayStation, Nintendo, and Xbox account for 6%, 5%, and 2%, respectively. As of the end of 2022, there were over 16.7 million console players in China, with total console revenue reaching approximately .3 billion. Major gaming events like ChinaJoy and Bilibili World attracted over 410,000 and 300,000 visitors, respectively, in 2025. The demand for gaming merchandise is growing, with over 100 million users searching for related products by 2025. Heybox is the primary distribution channel for PC keys, with TapTap and Sonkwo also gaining popularity. Effective marketing relies on platforms like Heybox, Bilibili, and Douyin, while Xiaohongshu and Weibo remain influential. The leading game genres in China include action/shooters (33%), RPG/adventure (24%), and simulation/management (16%).