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AppWizard

May 27, 2025

Pocket app is going away, so you should export your data now

Pocket will cease operations on July 8, 2025, and will enter export-only mode until October 8, 2025, after which all data will be permanently deleted. No new premium subscriptions will be accepted, and existing subscribers will receive automatic cancellations and refunds before the shutdown date. Pocket was acquired by Mozilla in 2017 and has introduced various features since then.

AppWizard

May 22, 2025

Queens students advance in Minecraft esports competition ahead of NYC’s first-ever Video Game Festival

On May 5, over 270 students from Queens participated in the semi-finals of the 2025 Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs at Thomas Edison High School. The event was organized by the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, NYC Public Schools, and the National Esports Association. This year's competition saw 3,295 students submit 659 entries, a 37% increase from last year and more than double the participation from 2023. Participants used Minecraft Education to create models of a sustainable New York City. The winning teams from Queens are: - Elementary Division: Team Sigma from PS 24 Andrew Jackson, led by Kerry McGarvey and Principal Bani Singh. - Middle School Division: Neo NYC from J.H.S. 185 Edward Bleeker, coached by Ana Silva-Collins under Principal Michael Leung. - High School Division: Diamond Sword Bustamoney from World Journalism Preparatory School, guided by Ernest Lai and Principal Michael Roberts Bacchus. These teams will represent Queens in the Mayor’s Cup Minecraft Education finals during the NYC Video Game Festival at Convene Brookfield Place in Manhattan. The festival will feature esports competitions, virtual reality experiences, indie game demonstrations, cosplay contests, and a career expo focused on the digital games industry. Deputy Mayor Adolfo Carrión Jr. highlighted the event's role in promoting career-connected learning and the city's digital economy. The final round will take place on May 31.

Winsage

May 19, 2025

Microsoft CTO says the number of people using AI agents doubled in the last year

A platform dedicated to business journalism provides insightful analysis and engaging storytelling, focusing on innovative narratives that shape modern commerce. It aims to inform and inspire readers by exploring transformative ideas and trends in the business environment. The publication adapts to the digital age while maintaining quality and relevance, offering thought-provoking content that includes in-depth analyses of emerging technologies and profiles of influential leaders. It prioritizes depth and insight, fostering a community of informed individuals eager to discuss developments in the business realm.

AppWizard

May 18, 2025

Warner Bros. Scores Unexpected Hat Trick: “Final Destination,” “Sinners,” “Minecraft” Year’s Biggest Hits

Warner Bros. has achieved significant success in 2025 with three blockbuster films. "Final Destination: Bloodlines" earned over million domestically and million worldwide. "A Minecraft Movie" grossed million globally, with 40% from the U.S. and 60% from international markets. "Sinners," directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, has made million globally. The success of these films has improved the outlook for Warner Bros. executives Mike DeLuca and Pam Abdy, who were previously facing potential dismissal. Anticipation is building for the upcoming "Superman" film directed by James Gunn.

Winsage

May 15, 2025

‘Hey, Cortana’ becomes ‘Hey, Copilot’ in Windows 11

Mark has worked in the technology sector for ten years at PCWorld, contributing over 3,500 articles on topics such as PC microprocessors, peripherals, and Microsoft Windows. He has also written for publications like PC Magazine, Byte, eWEEK, Popular Science, and Electronic Buyers' News. Mark received the Jesse H. Neal Award for breaking news. Recently, he decided to part with several dozen Thunderbolt docks and USB-C hubs due to limited office space.

AppWizard

April 25, 2025

Fruit cubes for Fiesta: Mashup made in Minecraft heaven

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Winsage

April 7, 2025

What Bill Gates says he got ‘wrong’ and was ‘pretty naive’ about in Microsoft’s early days

Business Insider curates and shares innovative stories in business journalism, focusing on the narratives behind numbers and trends. Their articles provide insights into the creative and transformative aspects of business, encouraging critical thinking about industry developments. They cover various sectors, including technology and finance, and aim to highlight both the challenges and the ingenuity driving progress in the modern marketplace.

AppWizard

March 28, 2025

What is Signal? How the popular encrypted messaging app keeps your texts private

Business Insider delivers innovative business journalism, focusing on emerging trends and insightful reporting. It engages readers through well-crafted narratives that make complex topics accessible while providing in-depth analysis. The publication covers a wide range of subjects, including technology, finance, entrepreneurship, and market trends, catering to a diverse readership and empowering decision-makers.

AppWizard

March 26, 2025

What is Signal?

A magazine journalist was unexpectedly included in a group chat of U.S. national security officials on the Signal messaging app, just hours before President Donald Trump authorized airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. The National Security Council is investigating how the journalist's phone number was added to this secure communication channel. Signal is an application that supports direct messaging, group chats, and voice and video calls, employing end-to-end encryption. It allows for group chats of up to 1,000 participants and includes a feature for messages to self-destruct after a set period. Signal is considered secure but not immune to hacking, and it raises concerns about compliance with open records laws. Government officials are increasingly using encrypted messaging applications, with many having accounts linked to government-issued and personal cell phones. Signal was created by Moxie Marlinspike, who combined two open-source applications, and is overseen by the nonprofit Signal Foundation, which operates without advertisers or investors.

AppWizard

March 26, 2025

What is Signal, the messaging app Trump team used to share war plans?

Top officials from the Trump administration mistakenly included journalist Jeffrey Goldberg in an encrypted chat on the Signal messaging app, discussing military strategies against Yemen's Houthi rebel group. This incident has led to calls from Democratic and some Republican lawmakers for a congressional investigation into a potential security breach. Goldberg reported being added to the chat on March 13, which aimed to coordinate U.S. military responses to Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. The inclusion of an outsider in the chat raises concerns about the protocols for sharing classified information on commercial messaging platforms. Under U.S. law, mishandling classified information can result in criminal charges, although it is unclear if any laws were violated in this case. Signal is known for its secure messaging capabilities, utilizing end-to-end encryption, and does not track or store user data beyond basic account information. The app has gained popularity among privacy advocates, journalists, and government organizations.