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TrendTechie

April 16, 2026

Торрент – Реус Редис: прогнозы 05 апреля 2026, ставки Футбол Чемпионат Испании. Второй дивизион RFEF. Группа 3

Kushvsporte is a sports forecasting platform that provides insights and predictions without involving monetary stakes, focusing on informational engagement rather than financial gain. The platform emphasizes responsible engagement and allows users to explore predictions and analyses without financial pressure. Users can access the information freely, with the requirement that any reproduction includes a link back to their website. Kushvsporte aims to attract a diverse audience of sports enthusiasts while maintaining a non-gambling environment.

AppWizard

April 15, 2026

‘Minecraft’ First Night Survival: 5-Minute Beginner Base That Stops Creepers Cold

New players in "Minecraft" survival mode face dangers from skeletons, zombies, and creepers on their first night. Essential tips for crafting a beginner base include gathering resources quickly, such as collecting 10-15 logs from trees to create a crafting table and wooden tools. Players should mine 10 cobblestone for stone tools and look for sheep or cows for food and wool. Choosing the right location for the base is crucial; ideal spots are flat plains near rivers with nearby trees. Players should avoid deserts and mountains due to structural weaknesses and navigation difficulties. A simple underground starter base can be created by digging a 4x4 hole three blocks deep, covering it with dirt or cobblestone, and illuminating it with torches to prevent mob spawns. Key items for survival include crafting a bed from wool and planks to set a spawn point and skip nights, as well as cooking food to restore hunger. Common pitfalls to avoid include leaving roofs open, not lighting areas, and forgetting to cook food. As dawn breaks, players should reinforce their base, plant crops, and explore for resources. Regularly gathering wood and torches prepares players for future challenges.

AppWizard

April 15, 2026

Stuck on a sketchy site? Google is finally putting a stop to it

Google is implementing updated spam policies to combat "back button hijacking," a deceptive practice that manipulates browser history and traps users on unwanted websites. Starting June 15, websites engaging in this practice will face penalties, including manual actions or drops in search rankings. Google has observed an increase in scripts that alter browser history, often through JavaScript, creating misleading entries that redirect users within the same site or to advertisements. Website owners have a two-month period to address these issues, as failure to do so could lead to significant traffic loss. Google's enforcement will begin after the deadline, with automated systems identifying and removing offending sites from search results.

AppWizard

April 13, 2026

Tomorrow Is Xbox Game Pass’ Biggest Day of 2026 So Far

Xbox Game Pass will introduce three new titles: Replaced, Hades II, and The Thaumaturge. Replaced is a day-one Xbox console exclusive developed by Sad Cat Studios, while Hades II, from Supergiant Games, will be available for the first time on Xbox Game Pass on April 14, 2025. The Thaumaturge, an RPG from Fool’s Theory and 11 Bit Studios, debuted in 2024 and will also join the service. Only two of these titles will be classified as Xbox Game Pass Premium additions, and subscribers to the Xbox Game Pass Essential tier will not receive new content. Replaced will not be available to Xbox Game Pass Premium subscribers, and a 20% discount will be offered on each title while available.

Winsage

April 13, 2026

Tested: Microsoft may finally end forced Windows 11 updates with a new pause feature that gives you full control

Microsoft is piloting a feature that allows users to select a specific date for pausing updates in Windows 11, moving away from the previous system that allowed pauses of up to five weeks. Users can access this feature through Settings > Windows Update, where they can choose to pause updates for a specific date using a calendar flyout. Currently, Windows 11 typically receives updates at least twice a month, with additional updates as needed. Users of Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise can defer updates for extended periods, potentially up to a year. The new pause controls are still in development, and while the upper limits for pause duration are unclear, there may be a cap similar to the Group Policy limit of one year. Microsoft is also working on streamlining the installation process for large updates and enhancing user control over third-party drivers.

BetaBeacon

April 12, 2026

Google’s Tensor G5 is ‘good enough’ — but 2026 flagships are leaving the Pixel 10 behind

- Google Pixel's lackluster performance may deter some buyers - The Pixel 10 Pro XL can hit 120fps on medium and very high graphics settings in COD Mobile - The Pixel's raw performance is behind rivals like Xiaomi and Samsung - Google's Tensor chip may struggle to catch up to Qualcomm's Snapdragon in terms of gaming performance - The Pixel 10 series is improving in performance but may not be the best choice for gamers looking for the smoothest frame rates

AppWizard

April 11, 2026

Security researchers find 213 vulnerabilities in Russia’s state-backed messaging app Max

Security researchers discovered 213 vulnerabilities in Max, Russia's state-backed messaging app, during a bug bounty initiative. This information was shared by Alexei Batyuk, CTO of Positive Technologies, at the Svyaz-2026 exhibition. The bug bounty program has been active since July 1, 2025, resulting in 288 accepted vulnerability reports and total payouts of nearly 22 million rubles. Common vulnerabilities could allow unauthorized access to user data through the manipulation of object identifiers. Max's press service claimed that user data is "reliably protected" and emphasized the importance of independent white-hat hackers in identifying vulnerabilities. Max was launched by VK in March 2025 and is being promoted by Russian authorities amid efforts to block other messaging platforms like Telegram and WhatsApp. The app has faced criticisms regarding user surveillance and security vulnerabilities.

Winsage

April 10, 2026

Microsoft is Simplifying its Windows Insider Program With Just Two Channels

Microsoft is revamping the Windows Insider Program, introducing a new Experimental Channel to replace the existing Dev and Canary channels. This change aims to simplify the channel structure and enhance user experience by allowing Insiders to toggle new features on and off via a Feature Flags page. The Experimental Channel will also include a 'Future Platforms' option for testing upcoming platform changes. The Beta Channel will continue to provide features intended for Windows 11 users, with the discontinuation of Controlled Feature Rollouts, ensuring that announced features are available upon update. The Release Preview Channel will remain for those wanting to preview the next monthly update. Microsoft is implementing enhancements for smoother transitions between channels, allowing Insiders to switch without a clean install. Beta Channel testers will stay in their current channel, while Dev Channel testers will be automatically transitioned to the Experimental Channel. Canary testers on 28000 series builds will move to the Experimental Channel, and those on 29500 series builds will shift to the Experimental (Future Platforms) Channel.

Winsage

April 10, 2026

Windows Zero-Day Published on Github as Microsoft Fails to Act

A security researcher named Chaotic Eclipse published a working exploit for a Windows zero-day vulnerability, called BlueHammer, on GitHub on April 2. The exploit allows attackers to gain SYSTEM-level privileges by exploiting a race condition in Windows Defender’s signature update mechanism. The exploit has gained significant attention, with over 100 forks and nearly 300 stars on GitHub. Will Dormann, a principal vulnerability analyst, confirmed that while BlueHammer is functional, it may not always operate reliably. Microsoft has not issued a patch for this vulnerability. The exploit targets the Windows Defender signature update process, allowing low-privilege attackers to manipulate a file path during operation, leading to access to the Security Account Manager (SAM) database. Currently, only 8 out of 72 cybersecurity vendors on VirusTotal flag the exploit file as malicious, which raises concerns about detection coverage. Microsoft reiterated its commitment to coordinated vulnerability disclosure but did not address the communication issues regarding the BlueHammer report.

Winsage

April 9, 2026

BlueHammer: Windows zero-day exploit leaked

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit called BlueHammer has been released on GitHub, targeting an unpatched local privilege escalation vulnerability in Windows. The exploit, attributed to users Chaotic Eclipse and Nightmare Eclipse, has been modified by security researchers to work on updated versions of Windows 10, 11, and Windows Server. The exploit manipulates Microsoft Defender to create a Volume Shadow Copy, allowing access to sensitive registry files and enabling the extraction of NTLM password hashes. This facilitates the alteration of a local Administrator's password and subsequent login. The exploit can duplicate the Administrator's security token and create a malicious Windows Service that runs with SYSTEM privileges. While there are no reports of BlueHammer being exploited by malicious actors, researchers warn that such PoC code can be weaponized quickly. Microsoft has committed to investigating reported security issues related to this vulnerability.