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AppWizard
February 11, 2026

UK-based pair behind messaging app accused of giving data to Iranian regime

Hadi and Mahdi Anjidani, co-founders of TS Information Technology, operate a messaging app called Gap Messenger, which is associated with the Iranian regime. Their company is based in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, and is linked to the Iranian software corporation Towse’e Saman Information Technology (TSIT). Despite claims of encryption and user privacy, experts have raised concerns about Gap Messenger's role in government censorship in Iran. Mahdi Anjidani has expressed pro-regime views in Iranian media and has connections to the Iranian government through his ventures. Gap Messenger has over 1 million downloads on Google Play and is part of Iran's domestic internet network aimed at controlling citizen access to information. Reports suggest that the app may have shared user data with Iranian authorities. The Anjidani brothers have ties to various business ventures in Iran, including a social network and a payment platform.
UK-based founders accused of sharing app data with Iranian authorities
AppWizard
January 30, 2026

UK-based founders accused of sharing app data with Iranian authorities

Hadi and Mahdi Anjidani lead TS Information Technology, a UK branch of the Iranian firm Towse’e Saman Information Technology, known for developing Gap Messenger, a domestic alternative to Telegram. The company is registered in West Sussex, UK. Gap Messenger claims to be encrypted and not share user data with third parties, but Iranian digital rights researchers have raised concerns about its involvement in state surveillance, supported by leaked emails from Iran’s attorney general's office from 2022. Mahdi Anjidani, the CEO, has publicly supported government regulation of foreign messaging apps and has identified himself as a proponent of the Islamic Revolution. Gap Messenger operates within Iran's state-controlled internet, often during internet shutdowns linked to protests. The Anjidani brothers' business operations suggest a close alignment with Iranian authorities, as domestic messaging platforms typically require significant political backing to operate.
UK class action that alleges Steam overcharges consumers and controls PC game prices marches on
AppWizard
January 28, 2026

UK class action that alleges Steam overcharges consumers and controls PC game prices marches on

The Competition Appeal Tribunal in London has authorized a class action lawsuit against Valve Corporation, which alleges anti-consumer practices related to overcharging British customers and manipulating PC game prices on its Steam platform. The claims in the lawsuit exceed £100 million, and the tribunal's unanimous decision allows the case to proceed through the UK legal system. Valve's attempt to dismiss the class action was unsuccessful, and a trial date has not yet been set. Valve has not publicly commented on the proceedings.
Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts
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December 30, 2025

Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

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Microsoft engineer clarifies post on eliminating C, C++ languages: Windows is...
Winsage
December 25, 2025

Microsoft engineer clarifies post on eliminating C, C++ languages: Windows is…

A Microsoft distinguished engineer, Galen Hunt, clarified that a project aimed at rewriting parts of Microsoft's code using AI and Rust is strictly research-focused and not an official plan to phase out C and C++ from Windows by 2030. His team is developing technology for large-scale code migration between programming languages, aiming for "1 engineer, 1 month, 1 million lines of code." This project is part of Microsoft's Future of Scalable Software Engineering group and is not a roadmap for Windows 11 or future versions. Microsoft has been integrating Rust into its products, including rewriting segments of the Windows kernel in 2023, as part of its commitment to adopting memory-safe programming languages.
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Winsage
December 25, 2025

Microsoft engineer clarifies post on eliminating C, C++ languages: Windows is…

A Microsoft engineer, Galen Hunt, clarified that his earlier statements about phasing out all C and C++ code by 2030 were misinterpreted. He emphasized that the initiative he discussed is a research project focused on developing technology for large-scale code migration between programming languages, not a definitive plan for Windows. The goal of the project is to enable "1 engineer, 1 month, 1 million lines of code" using AI agents and algorithmic infrastructure. Hunt's team is looking for a Principal Software Engineer with Rust experience to assist in this research. Microsoft has been integrating Rust into its products, including rewriting parts of the Windows kernel in Rust, as it aims to improve security and reduce programming errors. However, Hunt noted that Rust is not necessarily the final destination for all Microsoft code.
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Winsage
December 24, 2025

Microsoft engineer says Windows isn’t being rewritten to Rust with AI

Galen Hunt, a Distinguished Engineer at Microsoft, has proposed to eliminate all C and C++ code within the company, focusing on transitioning to Rust. This initiative aims to address technical debt and improve memory safety, as C and C++ are responsible for approximately 70% of vulnerabilities in Microsoft products. Microsoft plans to leverage AI and modern tooling to facilitate this transition, which includes rewriting portions of the Windows kernel in Rust. Hunt is seeking a Principal Software Engineer with Rust expertise to support this effort. The adoption of Rust is growing globally, with a reported 2.3 million developers using it, and major tech companies are increasingly integrating it into their infrastructure.
DEALS: MGA and Mojang team up for Minecraft micro-collectibles
AppWizard
November 21, 2025

DEALS: MGA and Mojang team up for Minecraft micro-collectibles

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Shroud just started a GOTY war between Arc Raiders and Expedition 33: "we all have to band together"
AppWizard
November 6, 2025

Shroud just started a GOTY war between Arc Raiders and Expedition 33: “we all have to band together”

Predicting Clair Obscur Expedition 33 as the frontrunner for Game of the Year at The Game Awards seems almost a foregone conclusion, as critics have praised the title and it has sold millions of copies. Prominent livestreamer Michael 'Shroud' Grzesiek is advocating for Arc Raiders to win the award, rallying fans of multiplayer gaming to support it during public voting. Shroud admires Arc Raiders for creating memorable gaming experiences and believes it deserves the top honor despite acknowledging the competition from Expedition 33. He has urged his followers to vote for Arc Raiders, emphasizing the importance of their support as multiplayer gamers. Arc Raiders has an average Metacritic score of 87 and faces competition from several titles, including Expedition 33 and others. Historically, only one purely multiplayer game, Overwatch, has won Game of the Year at the Game Awards. If nominated, Arc Raiders could potentially win the Players' Voice award, determined solely by fan votes.
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