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Winsage
January 16, 2026
Jen Easterly has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the RSA Conference. She is a cybersecurity expert and former Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Palo Alto Networks has released security updates for a vulnerability (CVE-2026-0227) with a CVSS score of 7.7 affecting its GlobalProtect Gateway and Portal, which can cause a denial-of-service condition in PAN-OS software. The January 2026 security update from Microsoft has caused connection and authentication failures in Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365, affecting users across various Windows versions. Microsoft is working on a resolution. The chief constable of West Midlands Police acknowledged an error by Microsoft’s Copilot AI in generating a fictional intelligence report. Microsoft has not confirmed Copilot's involvement. Britain’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has collaborated with Five Eyes partners to provide guidance on securing industrial operational technology, highlighting risks associated with remotely monitored systems. Kyowon, a South Korean conglomerate, confirmed a ransomware attack on January 10 that may have compromised customer information, affecting approximately 5.5 million members. Researchers at Varonis have identified a new attack technique called "Reprompt" that allows data exfiltration from Microsoft Copilot via a malicious link, exploiting a Parameter 2 Prompt (P2P) injection technique. Central Maine Healthcare is notifying over 145,000 patients about a data breach that compromised personal, treatment, and health insurance information, discovered on June 1.
Tech Optimizer
January 6, 2026
MTN Nigeria, in collaboration with ONErpm and Ultima Studios, announced Ayodeji Benson, known as Ayo Benzi, as the winner of the Next Afrobeats Star reality show during the grand finale on December 13, 2025, at Ultima Studios in Lekki, Lagos. The competition began in September and attracted over 15,000 participants. Ayo Benzi received a ₦150 million music deal, while the first runner-up, Dave Cash, won ₦100 million. Other finalists, Kaeko, Somto O’Laker, and Lucky Yay, received ₦75 million, ₦50 million, and ₦25 million, respectively. The contestants were mentored by notable Afrobeats producers, including Puffy Tee. The event featured guest performances from Iyanya and Bella Shmurda.
AppWizard
December 29, 2025
A Minecraft-themed contest hosted by MrBeast attracted nearly 13 million views but faced significant controversy due to chaotic execution and accusations of cheating, sabotage, and transphobia. The event featured 500 men competing against 500 women, with a disorganized participant selection process that allowed male players to enter using AI-generated images of women. The competition aimed to simulate "civilization" but incentivized players to eliminate teammates for a financial reward, undermining cooperation. Participants reported aggressive behavior from male players infiltrating the women's team, leading to a hostile atmosphere and transphobia among players. The official video presented a narrative that diverged from participants' experiences, highlighting disarray and lack of communication, while glossing over serious issues related to the treatment of trans women and disruptive players.
AppWizard
December 20, 2025
The Providence College men's basketball team lost to Seton Hall 72-67, bringing their record to 7-6 overall and 0-2 in the Big East Conference, while Seton Hall improved to 11-1 and 1-0 in the conference. Providence trailed 35-28 at halftime and briefly led 67-66 with 1:16 remaining, but Seton Hall's late-game execution secured their victory. Providence shot 39.6% from the field and 80.0% from the free-throw line, while Seton Hall shot 45.5%. Four Friars scored in double figures: Vaaks (15), Sellers (13), Jones (11), and Edwards (10), with Edwards leading in assists with five. Historically, the Friars have a 60-57 record against Seton Hall. The Friars will next play St. John's on January 3.
AppWizard
December 10, 2025
The Bolt Action video game, set to release in 2026, aims to adapt the tabletop game into a digital format while staying true to its original mechanics. Players will command soldiers in 3D environments, reenacting World War II events with features like morale tests and line of sight challenges. The game will include a virtual painting desk for customizing armies. It will offer solo and multiplayer modes, a Normandy campaign, and forces from the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany. Slitherine, the publisher, hopes the established brand recognition will help its market entry.
Winsage
December 4, 2025
Windows has traditionally held a dominant market share in operating systems, but Linux is gaining traction, particularly after Microsoft ended support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Zorin OS, a Linux distribution, attracted around 780,000 former Windows users within a month of this announcement. Bazzite delivered a petabyte of ISO files in one month, indicating a growing interest among Windows 10 users in alternatives to Windows 11. Linus Torvalds highlighted that many blue screen errors in Windows are linked to hardware issues rather than software bugs and recommended using Error-Correcting Code (ECC) memory for better stability. Microsoft has changed its error reporting from the blue screen of death to a black screen to enhance security and prevent destabilizing updates. There are three types of Blue Screen of Death errors: the Windows 3.1 Ctrl+Alt+Del screen, the Windows 95 kernel error, and the Windows NT kernel error.
AppWizard
November 25, 2025
Minecraft and Cool Shirtz have launched a new apparel collection that incorporates Minecraft's iconic visuals into streetwear. The collection is available for purchase at the Minecraft x Cool Shirtz store. Fans can enter a contest for a chance to win exclusive items and are encouraged to engage by identifying the name of an armadillo featured in a post on X, which is "Sock."
TrendTechie
November 23, 2025
RuTracker.org has decided not to appeal the Moscow City Court's ruling for its indefinite blocking, as it is registered in the Bahamas. The platform's representatives stated that pursuing legal action in Russia would be futile since they are outside the country. Instead, RuTracker will encourage users to challenge the ruling independently and provide legal consultation through a dedicated forum. They also plan to offer methods for users to bypass the block and create a section on their website for assistance. RuTracker's administrators are open to discussions with rights holders to seek reasonable compromises.
AppWizard
November 21, 2025
The game "Contest of Champions" has consistently aligned its roster and events with developments in the Marvel universe across various media. The game's success is significantly attributed to its vibrant community, which the developers view as integral to the game's longevity. Community members, including those who have transitioned to the development team, provide valuable insights that influence game updates and expansions. Events like Summoners Fest allow developers to gain a deeper understanding of player experiences, which informs the creation of new Champions and the enhancement of existing ones. The community's feedback has led to formalized game rules and improved engagement with Champions.
AppWizard
November 14, 2025
Developer Mega Crit is working on Slay the Spire 2, which will feature a new gameplay element involving Ancients, powerful entities that influence gameplay. Neow, Mother of Resurrection, will continue to welcome players at the start of each run with buffs. Players will encounter different Ancients at the entrance of each act, offering unique boons. In Act Two, players will meet Tezcatara, known as 'It Which Feeds The Fire,' who provides various blessings, including transforming the act's map into a "golden path," granting four Wax Relics that melt away after three encounters, and enchanting Strikes in the player's deck with 'Tezcatara's Ember.' The Ancients' offerings will replace the old boss relics from the original game, and while their motivations are unclear, some blessings may come with tradeoffs. Additionally, a new enemy type called "Punch Construct" has been revealed. The early-access release of Slay the Spire 2 is scheduled for March 2026.
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