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Moscow ablaze after Ukraine’s drone strike; Merz faces defeat; Burnham meets Trump
Fires sweep Moscow after Ukraine’s biggest reported drone strike on the Russian capital. German voters head to the polls on Sunday with surveys showing heavy losses for Merz, whilst PM Burnham prepares to meet Trump.
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Blizzard developer says World of Warcraft: Forever’s beta numbers are the “craziest” he’s seen in 17 years
World of Warcraft: Forever, Blizzard’s vanilla-flavoured spin-off, exceeded expectations during its beta testing this week with record-breaking player numbers. The unexpected surge in players caused server disconnections and lag, though Blizzard resolved the issues by the end of the day. The strong response has excited the development team, with Classic lead developer Josh Greenfield describing…
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David Sacks drives Trump’s opposition to artificial intelligence regulation
Donald Trump has positioned himself against regulating artificial intelligence, characterising safety concerns as a “hoax” and “scam” despite bipartisan calls for restrictions. His stance is heavily influenced by David Sacks, a billionaire venture capitalist serving as his AI adviser, who opposes regulation fearing it would undermine US competitiveness in the global AI race. This alignment…
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A24 faces backlash over unconsulted SCP Foundation film adaptation
A24 is producing a V/H/S horror anthology film set in the SCP Foundation universe, but the announcement has sparked backlash due to the studio’s failure to engage with the SCP community. The SCP Foundation Wiki states it has had no communication with the filmmakers despite attempting contact, raising concerns given A24’s previous missteps with Backrooms,…
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Five specifications to prioritise when choosing an Android gaming phone
When shopping for an Android gaming phone, you don’t need to be swayed by marketing jargon or expensive “gaming” branded devices—instead, focus on five key technical specifications that genuinely matter for gaming performance. – **Processor**: The most important component. Snapdragon 8 Elite and MediaTek Dimensity series are best-in-class; determines graphics quality, frame rates and lag…
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Cyber-attack on CRM provider may expose RNLI supporters’ data
The RNLI has warned supporters that their personal information, including names, contact details, and interaction records, may have been stolen in a cyber-attack on Beacon CRM, the customer relationship management company it uses. The breach, which occurred in late July and affected approximately 1,500 charities, comes as the organisation faces significant intimidation from far-right activists…
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Mixing wired and wireless charging may help preserve battery health
Wireless charging is less efficient than wired charging and generates more heat, which can degrade smartphone battery capacity over time. However, the article recommends a balanced approach that combines both methods: using wireless charging for convenient top-ups throughout the day whilst reserving wired charging for overnight power sessions to optimise battery longevity. Qi2-certified wireless chargers…
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Criminals using generative AI pose growing threat to energy grids
Energy systems remain highly vulnerable to cyberattacks, with experts more concerned about criminals using generative AI than autonomous “rogue” AI agents. AI is increasing attackers’ speed and capabilities, making it harder for utilities to defend infrastructure that supports homes, hospitals and other essential services. Much of the energy sector relies on ageing equipment built before…
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Bournemouth v Liverpool: Premier League – live
Bournemouth and Liverpool meet in a Premier League fixture where both sides have struggled with mixed starts following World Cup disruption and tactical transition. The match exemplifies the modern Premier League’s competitive unpredictability, where exceptional talent concentration, substantial investment, and advanced analytics mean any team can credibly challenge any other, making outcomes difficult to predict.…
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Mandiant analyst infiltrated TeamPCP as supply-chain attacks hit 1,000 firms
Google’s threat intelligence group has revealed that one of its undercover analysts, operating through the security subsidiary Mandiant, infiltrated the hacker group TeamPCP from nearly the outset of its unprecedented supply-chain hacking campaign. The group breached over 1,000 companies by compromising hundreds of open-source programmes with malware, stealing developer credentials, and deploying an automated worm…