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AppWizard
May 12, 2025
A Minecraft Movie will be released digitally on May 13, 2025, and will be available for purchase on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 24, 2025. The film is a collaboration between Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge, directed by Jared Hess. It is the first live-action adaptation of the best-selling video game Minecraft and has grossed over 2 million globally, achieving the largest domestic opening for 2025 and becoming the highest-grossing movie based on a video game. The story follows four characters who are transported to the Overworld and must navigate its challenges with the help of an expert crafter. The film's special features include several featurettes showcasing the making of the film and its music.
Tech Optimizer
May 10, 2025
Databricks is in advanced talks to acquire Neon, a startup that provides a commercial version of the open-source PostgreSQL database, with the deal valued at over billion. Neon, based in San Francisco, has raised more than million from investors, including Microsoft's M12 fund. Neon’s PostgreSQL version features a serverless architecture, automatic hardware scaling, separate allocation of storage and computing power, and connection pooling to enhance performance. Neon also offers a security tool for user access management and the ability to restore databases to previous states. Databricks' interest in Neon is likely linked to AI applications, as Neon’s database supports vector storage and can launch new database instances in one second. Databricks has previously acquired several startups to enhance its AI capabilities, including Fennel AI, Lilac AI, and MosaicML Inc.
AppWizard
May 10, 2025
Warner Bros. Discovery's A Minecraft Movie has earned over 0 million globally and remains in the Top 3 at the box office after six weeks, with a domestic total of 9 million. It generated .9 million on Friday, with projections suggesting a weekend total exceeding million. Experts predict it may not reach billion but would be the second highest-grossing video game adaptation, behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The film features a star-studded cast including Jason Momoa and Jack Black and is directed by Jared Hess. It follows four misfits navigating the Overworld, facing challenges from Piglins and Zombies. The screenplay is a collaborative effort from multiple writers, and the film is produced by a team including Roy Lee and Jason Momoa.
AppWizard
May 10, 2025
Conor MacNeill, a game development professor at Niagara College, highlights the excitement of students presenting their capstone projects at the Welland campus library. The game development program has grown from about a dozen graduates to a large community, now including collaborations with Brock University. Students are now creating VR games, a significant development compared to the program's early years. First-year student Mark Lampman and fourth-year student Dante Bell showcase their projects, with Bell's team, Slugworks, presenting a game called "Green Thing from the Planet Jupiter." This game features a competitive chase between a green alien and a cat, requiring significant time commitment from the team. The GDLaunch event has evolved, with students actively promoting their games through various marketing strategies. Approximately 25 alumni attended, many looking to hire graduates. The gaming industry is expected to grow through 2027, providing promising opportunities for students. After GDLaunch, 64 graduates attended the Level Up Showcase in Toronto, where their game won second place for Achievement in Audio. The event attracted around 5,000 attendees, showcasing the innovation and dedication of the students.
Tech Optimizer
May 9, 2025
Antivirus software collects various types of data to protect systems, including system details (operating system version, RAM, CPU type, computer name), network data (local and external IP addresses, DNS server, network name), user data (Windows username, time zone, language, general location), browsing history (if web protection features are enabled), and file-related information (file names, locations, hashes, and sometimes entire files). The AV-Comparatives report indicates that while some antivirus companies manage data responsibly (e.g., F-Secure, G Data, K7), others (e.g., Norton, Panda, McAfee) have been criticized for poor practices. Data sharing can enhance malware detection but poses privacy risks, as seen in AVG's past actions of selling user browsing history. Users can limit data collection by adjusting settings, reviewing installation agreements, avoiding free antivirus software, choosing privacy-conscious vendors (like F-Secure, ESET, G Data), and reading privacy policies. Despite concerns about data collection, antivirus software is essential for protection against cyber threats, and selecting a transparent provider can help safeguard privacy.
AppWizard
May 8, 2025
A Minecraft Movie will be available for digital purchase on platforms like Amazon Prime and Apple TV starting May 13, with DVD and Blu-ray copies releasing on June 24. The movie features Jack Black and includes additional content such as behind-the-scenes footage. The film's theatrical release saw chaotic audience behavior, including shouting and throwing popcorn, leading to police intervention, which director Jared Hess found amusing.
AppWizard
May 8, 2025
Split Fiction has sold over four million copies, as announced by Electronic Arts (EA) in its financial report for the quarter ending March 2025. EA's CEO, Andrew Wilson, noted that the game exceeded expectations and gained global attention. The game sold one million copies within 48 hours of release and reached two million in its first week. A film adaptation is also reportedly in development.
AppWizard
May 8, 2025
A hacker breached TeleMessage, a messaging app used by members of the Trump administration and US government officials, in a quick attack that reportedly took 15 to 20 minutes. The breached materials included sensitive data related to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase. A screenshot from the control panel showed names, phone numbers, and email addresses of CBP employees, indicating access to data of hundreds of US government personnel. Michael Waltz, the recently dismissed national security adviser, was noted to have used TeleMessage during a cabinet meeting.
AppWizard
May 7, 2025
Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will release A Minecraft Movie digitally on May 13, 2025, followed by physical formats including 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 24, 2025. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa and Jack Black, is the first live-action adaptation of the Minecraft video game. It has grossed over 2 million and achieved the largest domestic opening for 2025, becoming the highest-grossing film based on a video game. The film's running time is 101 minutes and it is rated PG for violence/action, language, suggestive/rude humor, and some scary images. Special features will include several featurettes exploring the film's production and music.
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