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"Joke's on you," says No Man's Sky lead as rival survival game confirms it's replacing an eerily familiar cosmetic
AppWizard
December 3, 2025

“Joke’s on you,” says No Man’s Sky lead as rival survival game confirms it’s replacing an eerily familiar cosmetic

Developer Starry Studio has introduced significant updates to the survival game Once Human, including a new class system, a PvP-centric Raid Zone, and a crossover with Palworld. A new decorative item in the game’s loot crates, specifically an exercise bike, has sparked controversy due to its similarities to the Base Teleport Module from No Man's Sky. Hello Games' Sean Murray responded humorously to the criticism, while Starry Studio confirmed it would remove the contentious item. The Thunder Overload cosmetic lineup features outfits and a weapon skin that transforms the SKS into a mechanical dragon. Earlier this year, Once Human was also accused of borrowing design elements from Rainbow Six Siege. Starry Studio has pledged to replace the disputed asset and review their art and design policies, emphasizing the importance of originality and community feedback.
Unlock Better Android App Results With These Google Play Search Hacks
AppWizard
December 3, 2025

Unlock Better Android App Results With These Google Play Search Hacks

The Google Play Store is the main source for Android applications, but its built-in filters can be inadequate, making it difficult to find valuable apps. To improve search results, users can employ several strategies: 1. Search Using Multiple Modifiers: Incorporate additional keywords to refine searches, as the Play Store treats spaces as the AND operator. 2. Use Quotation Marks: Enclose queries in quotes for exact phrase searches, which helps filter out irrelevant results. 3. Use Keywords in Different Order: Experimenting with the arrangement of keywords can yield different search results. 4. Take Advantage of Suggestions: Utilize the suggestions provided by Google while typing to inspire more specific queries. 5. Use Any Filters Available: Leverage filters like Rating, Editor’s Choice, and Price to enhance the search experience. 6. Search Play Store With App Finder: This tool offers a clean interface and various filters for improved app discovery. Users can sort by relevance, user rating, and more, and it provides detailed information about each app. 7. Consider Alternatives: Web-based platforms like AppBrain or KPlaySearch offer enhanced filtering options for app searches without needing to download another app.
Popular YouTube app for Android TV ‘SmartTube’ compromised with malware
AppWizard
December 1, 2025

Popular YouTube app for Android TV ‘SmartTube’ compromised with malware

The developer of SmartTube, an ad-free YouTube client for Android TV, confirmed a security breach involving the app's signing key, which allowed malicious actors to inject harmful code into app updates. The breach was disclosed by Yuriy Yuliskov, the maintainer, who advised users to avoid reinstalling the old app and instead wait for a newly signed version. A reverse-engineering analysis of the infected APKs revealed that they were gathering sensitive information and transmitting it to a remote server. Versions 28.56 to 30.52 were particularly affected, and Google Play Protect began disabling installations of SmartTube. In response, Yuliskov wiped his hard drive and released a new version, 30.56, with a different signing key and app ID. Transparency concerns remain, and the developer plans to disclose details about the breach and measures to prevent future incidents. Users have requested additional security assurances, including hashes of clean builds.
Hackers Bypass Signal, Telegram And WhatsApp Encryption To Read Messages
AppWizard
November 26, 2025

Hackers Bypass Signal, Telegram And WhatsApp Encryption To Read Messages

CISA has issued a warning about spyware targeting users of instant messaging applications, particularly highlighting the Sturnus trojan, which poses significant risks to Android smartphone users. Sturnus, identified as a banking trojan, can bypass encrypted messaging by capturing messages after they are decrypted on the smartphone screen, rather than cracking the encryption itself. Security expert Aditya Sood noted that Sturnus uses a combination of plaintext, RSA, and AES-encrypted communication, complicating detection efforts. The trojan can read everything displayed on the smartphone screen in real time, including sensitive messages and contacts. CISA also identified tactics used by cyber threat actors, such as phishing, zero-click exploits, and impersonation to gain unauthorized access to messaging apps. Users are advised to keep Google’s Play Protect activated, avoid unauthorized app stores, and be cautious with accessibility permissions to protect against these threats.
Microsoft launches distributed PostgreSQL to rival AWS
Tech Optimizer
November 20, 2025

Microsoft launches distributed PostgreSQL to rival AWS

Microsoft has launched a new distributed PostgreSQL database service called Azure HorizonDB, which is fully compatible with open source PostgreSQL and designed to enhance performance, scalability, and availability. The service supports autoscaling storage up to 128 TB and compute capabilities of up to 3,072 vCores, with a multi-zone commit latency of less than one millisecond. It features advanced AI capabilities, including DiskANN vector indexes and AI model management, but does not currently offer a serverless model. The launch coincides with a rise in PostgreSQL adoption, with 58 percent of professional developers using it. Competitors in the distributed PostgreSQL market include CockroachDB, YugabyteDB, and Google and AWS's offerings. Microsoft has also introduced two PostgreSQL extensions aimed at enhancing its database services.
Windows 10 update failure, autonomous AI cyberattack, Feds fumble Cisco patches
Winsage
November 17, 2025

Windows 10 update failure, autonomous AI cyberattack, Feds fumble Cisco patches

Microsoft has acknowledged an issue with the Windows 10 KB5068781 extended security update, which is failing to apply after installation for users with corporate licenses, resulting in a rollback. A group of hackers believed to be backed by China executed a large-scale cyberattack using Claude Code AI, targeting 30 organizations across various sectors. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) reported that U.S. government agencies are struggling to patch critical vulnerabilities in Cisco devices amid the “Arcane Door” hacking campaign. Five individuals pleaded guilty to charges related to helping North Korean IT workers infiltrate 136 companies in the U.S. from September 2019 to November 2022. Port Alliance, a Russian port operator, reported disruptions due to a DDoS cyberattack targeting its operations related to coal and mineral fertilizer exports. DoorDash experienced a data breach on October 25, potentially affecting personal details of customers, Dashers, and merchants across the U.S. and Canada, traced back to a social engineering scam. North Korean hackers are using JSON storage services to host and deliver malware, approaching victims with job offers on platforms like LinkedIn. Jaguar Land Rover reported a financial impact of £196 million (0 million) from a cyberattack in September that forced production halts and compromised data.
Reinventing PostgreSQL for the Next Generation of Apps
Tech Optimizer
November 7, 2025

Reinventing PostgreSQL for the Next Generation of Apps

Enterprises are modernizing their databases due to latency issues, the need for global uptime, and licensing pressures. PostgreSQL is emerging as a preferred alternative to traditional database solutions like Oracle and SAP, focusing on reliability, control, and efficient management of modern workloads, including AI and edge applications. pgEdge, an open-source Postgres vendor, emphasizes that migration to PostgreSQL is about ensuring flexibility and avoiding vendor lock-in. PostgreSQL's governance model, independent of any single company, is a significant advantage, particularly in light of licensing audits and forced upgrades. PostgreSQL has a large developer community and is a mainstream enterprise technology, with tools like pgAdmin widely used. Concerns about operational burdens with open source are addressed by extensions like pgEdge, which enhance PostgreSQL's capabilities for high availability and seamless multi-cloud deployment. pgEdge operationalizes PostgreSQL for distributed use, automating upgrades, backups, and point-in-time recovery, leading to a lower total cost of ownership compared to proprietary models. Modern applications require edge-native databases to operate close to users, reducing latency. pgEdge supports multimaster PostgreSQL across geographically distributed clusters, allowing local read and write capabilities while maintaining data consistency. It builds on PostgreSQL’s logical replication without forking it, ensuring compatibility and consistency. pgEdge facilitates database automation on Kubernetes, managing backups, recovery, and upgrades, making it easier for platform teams. Organizations can start with a simple setup and scale to a multiregion architecture as needed, using the same PostgreSQL stack throughout. pgEdge offers container builds that cater to enterprise needs for geospatial intelligence and AI workflows. As AI applications increasingly run at the edge, pgEdge provides the necessary performance and coherence for edge-native AI. PostgreSQL's SQL compatibility and ACID compliance ease the migration process from systems like Oracle and SAP. The extensive user base across various sectors simplifies hiring PostgreSQL expertise. Combining PostgreSQL with pgEdge offers a strategic modernization pathway for enterprises needing reliable, Kubernetes-native operations and AI-ready extensions, freeing them from vendor lock-in and high licensing costs. This integration transforms PostgreSQL into a globally distributed, cloud-native control plane for data, benefiting architects, CFOs, and developers alike.
Free Epic games this week November 2025
AppWizard
November 6, 2025

Free Epic games this week November 2025

Each week in 2025, the Epic Games Store offers complimentary games that players can claim and keep forever, with a limited window of one week to secure them. As of November 6, 2025, the free games available are "Felix the Reaper" and "Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms." Upcoming free games include "Scourgebringer" and "Songs of Silence," starting November 13, 2025. Throughout 2025, various games have been offered for free, including: - Bendy and the Ink Machine (October 30 - November 6) - Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the Pit (October 30 - November 6) - Fear the Spotlight (October 23 - 30) - Amnesia The Bunker (October 16 - 23) - Samorost 3 (October 16 - 23) - Gravity Circuit (October 9 - 16) - Albion Online Rogue Journeyman Bundle (October 9 - 16) - Firestone (October 2 - 9) - Nightingale Realms Rebuilt (October 2 - 9) - Eastern Exorcist (September 25 - October 2) - Jorel's Brother and The Most Important Game of the Galaxy (September 25 - October 2) - Project Winter (September 18 - 25) - Samorost 2 (September 18 - 25) - Ghostrunner 2 (September 11 - 18) - Monument Valley 2 (September 11 - 18) - The Battle of Polytopia (September 11 - 18) - Monument Valley (September 4 - 11) - Machinarium (August 28 - September 4) - Make Way (August 28 - September 4) - Kamaeru (August 21 - 28) - Strange Horticulture (August 21 - 28) - Hidden Folks (August 14 - 21) - Totally Reliable Delivery Service (August 14 - 21) - 112 Operator (August 7 - 14) - Road Redemption (August 7 - 14) - Keylocker (July 31 - August 7) - Pilgrims (July 31 - August 7) - Legion TD2 (July 17 - 24) - Sky Racket (July 10 - 17) - Figment 2 (July 10 - 17) - Backpack Hero (July 3 - 10) - Figment (July 3 - 10) - The Operator (June 19 - 26) - Two Point Hospital (June 12 - 19) - Deathloop (June 5 - 12) - Ogu and the Secret Forest (June 5 - 12) - Tiny Tina's Wonderland (May 29 - June 5) - Inside (May 29 - June 5) - Sifu (May 22 - 29) - Gigapocalypse (May 22 - 29) - Deliver At All Costs (May 22 - 29) - Dead Island 2 (May 15 - 22) - Happy Game (May 15 - 22) - Deadtime Defenders (May 8 - 15) - Touch Type Tale (May 8 - 15) - Super Space Club (May 1 - 8) - Chuchel (April 24 - May 1) - Albion Online Welcome Gift (April 24 - May 1) - Botanicula (April 17 - 24) - Firestone Free Offer (April 17 - 24) - River City Girls (April 10 - 17) - Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms (April 10 - 17) - Arcadegeddon (April 10 - 17) - Cat Quest II (April 3 - 10) - Neko Ghost, Jump! (March 27 - April 3) - Cat Quest (March 27 - April 3) - Jurassic World Evolution 2 (March 20 - 27) - World of Warships: Anniversary Party Favor (March 13 - 20) - Mortal Shell (March 13 - 20) - Them's Fightin' Herds (March 6 - 13) - Mages of Mystralia (February 27 - March 6) - World War Z: Aftermath (February 20 - 27) - Garden Story (February 20 - 27) - F1 Manager 2024 (February 13 - 20) - Apex Legends: Loba Free Unlock Bundle (February 13 - 20) - Humankind Standard Edition (February 6 - 13) - Beyond Blue (February 6 - 13) - Undying (January 1 - February 6) - Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery (January 23 - 30) - Escape Academy (January 16 - 23) - Turmoil (January 9 - 16) - Hell Let Loose (January 2 - 9) - Kingdom Come: Deliverance (January 1 - 2)
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