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Stellar Blade is transitioning from PlayStation exclusivity to launch on PC, scheduled for June 11-12, 2025, with specific release times for various locations. The game initially released on PS5 on April 26, 2024, and has sold over a million units in its first month. It features updates that enhance gameplay and introduce new costumes for the protagonist, Eve, who has sparked discussions about female representation in gaming. The game draws inspiration from titles like Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, offering a robust single-player campaign and a New Game Plus mode.
A national messenger platform is being developed using homegrown technology, ensuring alignment with national interests and security protocols. It will integrate with the government portal, Gosuslugi, enhancing citizen interaction with government services. Features include effortless identity authentication, simplified document submission, transaction capabilities, and electronic signatures. Dmitry Peskov stated that the service must meet global quality standards and compete internationally.
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a critical advisory on December 18, 2023, regarding the rising threat of Play Ransomware, which targets various organizations, particularly critical infrastructure and public sector entities. The advisory details the tactics used by Play Ransomware actors, including exploiting unpatched systems and phishing campaigns, leading to severe consequences like data encryption and high ransom demands. The ransomware can disable antivirus software and exfiltrate sensitive data before encryption. Play Ransomware employs double extortion tactics, threatening to leak stolen data if ransoms are not paid. CISA recommends organizations prioritize patch management, implement multi-factor authentication, train employees to recognize phishing attempts, and maintain regular offline data backups. The advisory calls for collaboration between public and private sectors to combat this threat and emphasizes the importance of information sharing to stay ahead of ransomware tactics.
Idea Factory International will release Neptunia Game Maker R:Evolution for PC via Steam in 2025. The game launched in Japan on August 10, 2023, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Switch. It will be available globally on those consoles on May 14, 2024, and for Xbox Series on October 29, 2024. Players will assume the role of Older Nep, managing a game studio, developing games, and navigating challenges in the world of Gamindustri. The game features party management, an enhanced battle system, and motorcycle navigation through dungeons. A new trailer showcasing the game has been released.
Disney's live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch has earned 2.73 million at the North American box office within 12 days of release. On its twelfth day, the film grossed .5 million, a 60.37% increase from the previous day. It is close to crossing the 0 million threshold in the domestic market and has a total worldwide box office collection of 7.26 million, with 4.52 million from overseas markets.
Sara Leonard's video, "The Cubed Sphere," which models fetal development using Minecraft, won the top honor in the 3D visual art category of the 2024 "Create | Encounter" contest hosted by Rehumanize International. Rehumanize International is a nonprofit organization focused on promoting peace and human dignity. The "Create | Encounter" contest invites artists to engage with issues surrounding human dignity and encourages dialogue through creative works.
An international law enforcement initiative has dismantled an online software crypting syndicate that helped cybercriminals evade malware detection. The operation, led by the FBI's Houston Field Office and involving agencies from the Netherlands, Finland, and the US Secret Service, resulted in the seizure of four domains, the takedown of 300 servers, the neutralization of 650 domains, and the issuance of nearly two dozen international arrest warrants. Matthijs Jaspers from the Netherlands' High Tech Crime Team highlighted the challenges of tracking cybercriminals and the importance of collaborative efforts in combating cybercrime.
The takedown of AVCheck, a major Counter Antivirus (CAV) service used by cybercriminals, disrupts their ability to test malware against antivirus detection, thereby hindering successful attacks. Matthijs Jaspers from the High Tech Crime Team highlighted that this operation is crucial in combating organized cybercrime, as it prevents early-stage criminal activities. The investigation revealed connections between AVCheck and other services like Cryptor.biz and Crypt.guru. Additionally, law enforcement has taken proactive measures, including deploying a fake login page to deter AVCheck users and collaborating with Project Melissa to target malware services. The need for coordinated efforts among various sectors is emphasized to effectively combat cybercrime.
International authorities have dismantled AVCheck, a platform used by cybercriminals to test malware against antivirus software. The website avcheck.net now displays a seizure notice from the US Department of Justice, FBI, US Secret Service, and Dutch police. AVCheck was one of the largest counter antivirus services globally, aiding cybercriminals in evaluating their malware's stealth capabilities. Investigators found links between AVCheck's administrators and crypting services like Cryptor.biz and Crypt.guru. Law enforcement had placed a fake login page on AVCheck to warn users about legal risks before its shutdown on May 27, 2025. Undercover agents confirmed the illegal nature of AVCheck through transactions and connections to ransomware attacks. The FBI has also warned about the Silent Ransom Group, which has targeted law firms in the US using social engineering tactics.
