A widespread scam operation on GitHub involves thousands of repositories distributing malware disguised as game mods and cracked software. The malware, known as Redox stealer, collects sensitive data including passwords, crypto wallets, and gaming accounts from victims' computers, then sends it to Discord servers for exploitation.
https://timsh.org/github-scam-investigation-thousands-of-mods-and-cracks-stealing-your-data/
#cybersecurity #malware #github #datatheft #socialengineering
A critique of the current web browser ecosystem discusses how complex web standards create barriers for new browser engines, suggesting a simplified WASM-based alternative. The proposed solution advocates for a browser that runs WASM blobs without HTML, JavaScript, or CSS, potentially enabling more innovation and diversity in browser development.
https://joeyh.name/blog/entry/WASM_Wayland_Web_WWW/
#webbrowsers #wasm #webstandards #innovation #technologymonopoly
Standard browser compatibility notice informing users about JavaScript being disabled and providing guidance for enabling it or switching browsers.
https://twitter.com/LundukeJournal/status/1895249805338886591
#javascript #browsers #compatibility #technicalsupport #x.com
Mozilla introduces new Firefox Terms of Use and Privacy Notice, sparking significant user concerns about data privacy and content licensing. Users strongly oppose Mozilla's request for broad data rights and question the necessity of these terms for basic browser functionality. The community expresses fears about potential privacy violations and data collection practices.
#privacypolicy #datarights #userconsent #browserterms #communityresponse
Microsoft appears to be preparing to shut down Skype in May 2024, as revealed by hidden code in the latest Windows preview. The messaging platform, acquired by Microsoft for $8.5 billion in 2011, has struggled to maintain relevance against modern competitors like WhatsApp and Discord. Microsoft plans to transition remaining users to Teams, marking the end of Skype's 21-year run.
#microsoft #skype #teams #messaging #technology
Jujutsu version control system maintains short ID prefixes (1-2 characters) for changes through a specialized ID prefix index that focuses only on active changes. The system uses revsets to define active changes and creates efficient indexes for quick lookups, making it easier to reference thousands of commits with minimal characters.
https://jonathan-frere.com/posts/jujutsu-shortest-ids/
#versioncontrol #jujutsu #idsystems #indexing #technicaldesign
Government access to personal data through tech giants has dramatically increased, with Meta, Google, and Apple sharing details of 3.16 million accounts over the past decade. The US government made nearly 500,000 data requests to Google and Meta in the last measured 12 months, exceeding all other 14 Eyes Alliance members combined. These companies' business models prevent them from implementing strong privacy protections, as they rely heavily on user tracking for revenue.
https://proton.me/blog/big-tech-data-requests-surge
#dataprivacy #surveillance #government #bigtech #digitalrights
Markov chains are mathematical systems that model transitions between different states with associated probabilities, represented through transition matrices or diagrams. The concept finds practical applications in various fields, from weather prediction to Google's PageRank algorithm, with the ability to simulate real-world phenomena by incorporating probabilistic state transitions.
https://setosa.io/ev/markov-chains/
#mathematics #probability #algorithms #datamodeling #computerscience
Microsoft Edge Canary is now disabling Manifest V2-based extensions like uBlock Origin, following Google Chrome's lead in the transition to Manifest V3. Users can temporarily re-enable disabled extensions, but Microsoft's timeline for complete Manifest V2 deprecation remains unclear. Mozilla Firefox remains committed to supporting Manifest V2 extensions, offering users an alternative platform.
https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-begins-turning-off-ublock-origin-and-other-extensions-in-edge/
#browserextensions #websecurity #microsoftedge #chrome #firefox
NVIDIA's RIVA 128 (NV3) was their first commercially successful GPU in 1997, featuring DirectX 5 support and competing with 3dfx's Voodoo Graphics. The architecture introduced key innovations in graphics processing while marking NVIDIA's shift from proprietary APIs to standard ones like Direct3D, ultimately helping launch the company's success in the GPU market.
https://86box.net/2025/02/25/riva128-part-1.html
#gpuarchitecture #nvidiahistory #graphicstechnology #hardwaredesign #techindustry
Fire-Flyer File System (3FS) is a high-performance distributed storage solution optimized for AI workloads, featuring strong consistency and disaggregated architecture. The system achieves impressive throughput of 6.6 TiB/s in read operations across 180 storage nodes, while supporting diverse workloads from data preparation to inference caching.
https://github.com/deepseek-ai/3FS
#distributedsystems #storage #aiinfrastructure #performance #datamanagement
pgRouting, a Postgres extension typically used for geospatial routing, offers versatile graph functionality beyond GIS applications. The extension can handle task scheduling, resource allocation in distributed systems, and power recommendation engines, making it a lightweight alternative to specialized graph databases.
https://supabase.com/blog/pgrouting-postgres-graph-database
#postgresql #routing #graphdatabase #algorithms #datastructure
A groundbreaking experimental treatment using triple immunotherapy before surgery shows promising results for glioblastoma patients. Prof Long successfully adapted melanoma treatment methods to combat this aggressive brain cancer, leading to positive immune responses and no cancer recurrence after 18 months in the initial patient.
https://www.wehi.edu.au/news/world-first-experimental-cancer-treatment-paves-way-for-clinical-trial/
#immunotherapy #glioblastoma #cancertreatment #medicalresearch #clinicaltrial
A comprehensive explanation of sideloading on iOS, focusing on recent EU regulations and Apple's implementation of alternative app stores through the Digital Markets Act, while highlighting the continued restrictions and limitations compared to true sideloading capabilities.
https://doesioshavesideloadingyet.com/
#iossecurity #appdistribution #euregulation #digitalrights #mobilecomputing
DOGE's widespread disruption of federal agencies has resulted in significant staffing cuts, program terminations, and institutional knowledge loss across multiple sectors. The organization's actions have impacted critical areas including cybersecurity, scientific research, social services, and international aid programs. The consequences of these cuts are expected to have long-lasting effects on government operations and public services.
https://www.wired.com/story/doge-worse-than-you-think/
#government #policy #publicservices #federalcuts #socialimpact
Ladybird is a novel pre-alpha web browser featuring a multi-process architecture and its own rendering engine based on web standards. The browser implements robust security measures through process isolation and inherits core components from SerenityOS. Compatible with Linux, macOS, and Windows (WSL2), it aims to become a complete, modern browsing solution.
https://github.com/LadybirdBrowser/ladybird
#webbrowser #security #opensource #architecture #development
Mozilla's Terms of Use outline the rights, permissions, and limitations for Firefox users, including the open-source nature of the browser and intellectual property considerations. The agreement covers user responsibilities, Mozilla's liability limitations, and specific terms for optional features requiring a Mozilla account.
https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/about/legal/terms/firefox/
#legalterms #softwarelicense #userrights #privacypolicy #mozillaservices
Nigerian entrepreneurs are developing local cloud infrastructure alternatives to AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud, offering naira-based payments and data sovereignty solutions. The rise of homegrown cloud providers like Nebula, Nobus, and Galaxy addresses challenges faced by Nigerian tech companies dealing with currency depreciation and data localization needs. In response to local competition, AWS has started accepting naira payments, while Nigerian providers leverage shared data centers to build cost-effective infrastructure.
https://restofworld.org/2025/aws-google-cloud-nigeria-alternatives/
#cloudcomputing #fintech #datasovereignty #nigeriantech #infrastructure
TigerBeetle rebuilt their documentation site from scratch, moving away from Docusaurus to achieve better performance, simplicity, and integration with their zero-dependency philosophy. The new implementation uses Zig and Pandoc, resulting in a 10x reduction in footprint while maintaining functionality and adding features like integrated search and offline capabilities.
https://tigerbeetle.com/blog/2025-02-27-why-we-designed-tigerbeetles-docs-from-scratch/
#documentation #engineering #performance #architecture #optimization
Carlos Slim has terminated collaboration with Elon Musk's Starlink following controversial accusations, redirecting $22 billion investment to Chinese and European companies. The decision came after Musk posted unsubstantiated claims about Slim's alleged criminal connections, resulting in a $7 billion loss for Musk and reduced US commercial presence in Latin America.
#businessconflict #telecommunications #internationaltrade #corporatestrategy #technologyinvestment