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Tech Optimizer
May 23, 2025
Cloudflare, in collaboration with Microsoft and international law enforcement, has dismantled the infrastructure of LummaC2, an information-stealing malware service. This initiative led to the seizure and blocking of malicious domains and disrupted digital marketplaces used by criminals. Lumma Stealer operates as a subscription service providing threat actors access to a central panel for customized malware builds and stolen data retrieval. The stolen information includes credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, and sensitive data, posing risks of identity theft and financial fraud. Lumma Stealer was first identified on Russian-language crime forums in early 2023 and has since migrated to Telegram for distribution. Its proliferation is facilitated by social engineering campaigns, including deceptive pop-ups and bundled malware in cracked software. Cloudflare implemented measures to block access to Lumma's command and control servers and collaborated with various authorities to prevent the criminals from regaining control. Mitigation strategies for users include restricting unknown scripts, limiting password storage in browsers, and using reputable endpoint protection tools. The operation has significantly hindered Lumma's operations and aims to undermine the infostealer-as-a-service model contributing to cybercrime.
Winsage
February 28, 2025
Windows 10 will be retired on October 12, 2025, and will no longer receive security updates, fixes, or technical support. Users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11, which currently holds a 36.6% share of the Windows desktop market, while Windows 10 has a 60.3% share. Microsoft has invested nearly a billion dollars into OpenAI since 2019, integrating AI features into the Windows ecosystem. Windows 11 has stringent hardware requirements, including the need for Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chips, leading to concerns about obsolescence and potential future requirements for Windows 12 that may demand AI-capable PCs. Despite its flaws, Windows 11 may be seen as a more manageable option compared to the anticipated challenges of Windows 12.
Tech Optimizer
December 20, 2024
Mattermost has partnered with pgEdge to develop an ultra-high availability workflow platform using pgEdge’s PostgreSQL database technology. This platform will provide high availability, minimizing downtime, and can be deployed on-premises or in the cloud. The integration aims to enhance the performance of the Mattermost platform, ensuring a smoother user experience.
BetaBeacon
December 17, 2024
Epic Games has partnered with Telefónica to pre-install the Epic Games Store on Android devices, giving users direct access to games like Fortnite. Epic plans to expand the partnership in the future to bring more third-party titles to mobile gamers.
AppWizard
November 19, 2024
Minecraft is partnering with Merlin Entertainments to create physical attractions, including themed rides, hotels, and retail experiences, starting in the UK and the US. Merlin will invest over £85 million in the initial phase, with two attractions set to open in 2026 and 2027. The partnership, named “Adventures Made Real,” aims to expand to additional countries in the future. Minecraft has 140 million monthly players and is the best-selling video game of all time, having sold over 300 million copies since its launch in 2011. The game is also set to have a film release next April and an animated series on Netflix. In 2022, Merlin partnered with Sony Pictures to integrate the Jumanji franchise into its parks and expanded its collaboration with Peppa Pig. In 2019, a consortium led by the Lego family acquired Merlin for £6 billion.
AppWizard
October 18, 2024
Innersloth's publishing division, Outersloth, has partnered with Casey Yano, the creator of Slay the Spire, to enhance the indie gaming landscape. Yano will collaborate with another undisclosed indie developer, and Outersloth has secured funding from these developers, although financial details are not disclosed. Outersloth is expanding its portfolio with 13 games in development. Community manager Victoria Tran stated that Yano and the anonymous developer will evaluate game pitches, and any funded games will be credited accordingly. The partnership allows Yano and the other developer to contribute financially, increasing Outersloth's funding capabilities for new games.
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