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June 15, 2025

Hardcore World War 2 shooter Hell Let Loose is free to play all weekend, and on a 50% discount for the next two weeks

Hell Let Loose is a large-scale multiplayer shooter released by Team17 in 2021, featuring two teams of 50 players on expansive World War II-inspired maps. The game emphasizes hardcore, tactical gameplay, requiring teamwork and communication. It received positive reviews for balancing challenging combat with accessible logistics, allowing players to efficiently construct Garrison buildings for team respawns. The game is available to play for free until Monday, with a 50% discount offered until June 26 following the free weekend.

AppWizard

June 14, 2025

The 10 Best Steam Next Fest Games You Need to Wishlist

The Steam summer sale is approaching, and Valve is hosting the Summer 2025 Next Fest, showcasing various indie games. Notable titles include: - Dead as Disco: A beat 'em up game where players control Charlie Disco in a rhythmic combat system. Release date is not announced. Platforms: PC. - Voidbreaker: A first-person shooter focused on environmental destruction, set to launch on August 20. Platforms: PC. - Morsels: A twin-stick shooter roguelike featuring magical cards and strategic combat, set to release in 2025. Platforms: PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch. - Dragon March: An arcade adventure with a mecha-dragon protagonist, release date unconfirmed. Platforms: PC. - House of Necrosis: A survival horror game with a turn-based system, release date not revealed. Platforms: PC, Linux. - DuneCrawl: A cooperative hack-and-slash game for up to four players, set for release in 2025. Platforms: PC. - Hell Clock: An action RPG based on Brazil's War of Canudos, launching on July 22. Platforms: PC. - 1000 Deaths: A platforming game exploring pivotal life moments, set to release on August 7. Platforms: PC. - Passant: A chess roguelike with unique mechanics, available on August 11. Platforms: PC. - Under The Island: A 2D RPG hack-and-slash game inspired by Zelda, release date unannounced. Platforms: PC.

Winsage

June 10, 2025

Intel Stock (NASDAQ:INTC) Blasts Up as Mac Support Dies

Intel Corporation's stock price surged over 8% during Tuesday afternoon trading, despite the impending loss of support from Apple for its Intel processors in Mac computers. The latest version of MacOS, Tahoe, will end compatibility for several older Mac models powered by Intel chips. Investors reacted positively to this news, viewing it as an opportunity, while the transition to Apple's own silicon has been ongoing for five years. Additionally, renewed trade discussions between the U.S. and China have sparked optimism among investors, contributing to Intel's stock gains. Intel is also expected to benefit from initiatives at the Department of Defense aimed at enhancing cybersecurity measures. Analysts maintain a Hold consensus rating on Intel's stock, with one Buy, 26 Holds, and four Sells over the past three months. The average price target for INTC is .29 per share, indicating a potential downside risk of 3.88% from current levels.

AppWizard

June 9, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Roundguard, Front Armies, LIMBO, more

Today's Google Play store features significant app deals and hardware discounts. The 8Bitdo Hall Effect Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller is on sale, enhancing the mobile gaming experience. The Google Nest Cam with Floodlight offers improved security and lighting for homes. The WF-1000XM5 Wireless ANC Earbuds provide advanced noise cancellation and immersive sound. The Lenovo Snapdragon X Elite Copilot+ PC is available at a notable discount. The Google TV Streamer 4K is also offered at a reduced price. Highlighted apps include: - Roundguard: A mix of roguelike and pinball mechanics. - Front Armies: A strategic military simulation game. - LIMBO: A puzzle-platformer known for its storytelling. - Skel: An adventure game with intricate puzzles. - Defense: A tower defense game.

AppWizard

June 9, 2025

New ‘Game of Thrones’ PC Game ‘War for Westeros’ Arrives 2026

A new strategy game titled Game of Thrones: War for Westeros has been announced, set to launch in 2026. Developed by Paradox Interactive, known for grand strategy games, it will allow players to control the great houses of Westeros, manage armies, form alliances, and engage in espionage. The game will feature a detailed map of Westeros and include iconic characters and events from the series. It is expected to be a PC exclusive, with more details on the release date to come.

AppWizard

June 2, 2025

GTA-style action meets Minecraft-style creation: Everything we know about Everywhere

Leslie Benzies, the former lead developer of the Grand Theft Auto series, is set to release his first game, MindsEye, on June 10, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. MindsEye is an action-adventure game set in the world of Everywhere, an upcoming open-world, massively multiplayer online game developed by Benzies' studio, Build a Rocket Boy. Everywhere features a futuristic city called Utropia and allows players to create their own experiences using a system called Arcadia. MindsEye follows the story of Jacob Diaz, a former soldier in a desert metropolis, and incorporates elements reminiscent of GTA gameplay, including driving, shooting, and exploration. The release of Everywhere is dependent on the success of MindsEye, which is currently in its testing phase.

AppWizard

May 29, 2025

Elon Musk’s xAI partners with messaging app Telegram in $300 million Grok deal

Elon Musk has launched xAI, aiming to uncover fundamental truths of the universe. The startup has partnered with Telegram, agreeing to a 0 million investment for the Grok AI chatbot. Telegram will receive the initial payment and 50% of revenue from xAI subscriptions sold through its platform. Telegram's CEO, Pavel Durov, mentioned that users can expect advanced AI technology by summer, although Musk later stated that "no deal has been signed." Telegram has over one billion monthly users as of 2025 and is preparing to raise at least .5 billion through a bond issue. Durov is under investigation in France for allowing criminal activities on Telegram and is restricted from leaving the country. xAI has merged with X, valuing the AI company at billion and the social media platform at billion. Grok faced criticism for generating controversial responses, which xAI attributed to an unauthorized modification. The company is working to improve Grok's transparency and reliability.

AppWizard

May 27, 2025

What are the most secure messaging apps in 2025? Here’s how to keep your online communications safe

A leaked Signal group chat, referred to as Signalgate, has raised concerns about national security and the use of messaging applications for sensitive information exchange. The incident involved former U.S. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and Jeffrey Goldberg, the editor-in-chief of Atlantic, who was mistakenly added to the chat meant for national security leaders discussing military operations. This breach has prompted discussions about the security protocols of digital communication tools used by government officials.

Winsage

May 26, 2025

Windows 11 gets quantum-hardened cryptography technology

Microsoft has integrated post-quantum cryptography (PQC) into Windows 11, starting with the Canary build 27852, to protect against quantum computer threats. The upgrade to SymCrypt, Microsoft's cryptographic library, now supports two PQC algorithms: ML-KEM and ML-DSA. This enhancement aims to improve security, performance, and compatibility across platforms. PQC is also being adopted in industry standards such as TLS, SSH, and IPSec. SymCrypt underpins various Microsoft services and operating systems, including Microsoft 365, Azure, and Windows 11. Microsoft is preparing its ecosystem for future quantum attacks, with PQC currently trialed in Windows 11 and expected to reach Linux soon. There are no specific timelines for updates to BitLocker. Recent research demonstrated a D-Wave quantum computer's ability to crack military-grade encryption, highlighting the increasing threat of quantum computing to classical cryptography.

Winsage

May 22, 2025

Microsoft fires employee who interrupted CEO’s speech to protest AI tech for Israeli military

An employee named Joe Lopez was terminated after protesting during Microsoft's Build developer conference, expressing concerns about the company's technology being used in the Gaza conflict. His disruption led to a series of pro-Palestinian protests at the event, resulting in multiple interruptions of executive talks and Microsoft cutting audio from a livestreamed session. Outside the venue, demonstrators gathered to amplify their message. Microsoft has a history of responding firmly to employee protests related to its operations in Israel and recently acknowledged providing AI services to the Israeli military but stated that there is no evidence of its technologies being used to target civilians. Following his protest, Lopez received a termination letter that he could not open, and an advocacy group claims Microsoft has restricted internal communications regarding terms like “Palestine” and “Gaza.” Microsoft has not commented on the protests during the conference.