The social platform Mastodon encountered a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) disruption shortly following a similar incident involving Bluesky. Mastodon appears to be stabilizing following a DDoS assault that rendered its main mastodon.social server unavailable. According to reports from TechCrunch, problems surfaced on the platform early Monday, with large portions of the…
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Sony plans to introduce age confirmation measures for PlayStation account holders in the UK and Ireland. These checks will apply specifically to features involving communication, streaming, and select gameplay elements, effective from June 2026. Key online interactions for multiplayer and community engagement, including party sessions, voice calls, text exchanges, or…
Ubisoft is gearing up for a major announcement with a livestream set for April 23 at 12 p.m. ET, focusing on the highly anticipated remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag. Viewers can tune in via the publisher's official YouTube and Twitch channels. The project bears the official title Assassin's Creed…
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Meta has begun trials for an upgraded edition of its popular messaging platform, dubbed WhatsApp Plus, featuring a range of exclusive paid options. Discovered initially by WABetaInfo, this subscription-based model for WhatsApp emphasizes aesthetic improvements. The platform's Help Center indicates that members of WhatsApp Plus will enjoy exclusive animated stickers…
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has halted operations for Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket after an issue arose during its Sunday liftoff from Cape Canaveral, as reported by the Orlando Sentinel and additional sources. The vehicle performed adequately during ascent but failed to deploy its cargo into the intended…
A month has passed since the mobile release of Ball x Pit in March, and the upcoming patch on April 27 promises to draw players back to the engaging brick-breaking roguelite, which earned a spot among Engadget's top games of 2025. Developer Kenny Sun shared details of the update via…
The high cost of the Neo Geo Advanced Entertainment System in the 1990s kept it out of reach for many, yet enthusiasts can now relive the experience through a contemporary version suited for those with greater financial flexibility. SNK, partnering with Plaion—a firm known for its black-colored Commodore 64 recreation—has…
A federal judge in Illinois has issued a preliminary injunction favoring the developers of the Eyes Up mobile application and the 'ICE Sightings - Chicagoland' Facebook community, preventing the Trump-era government from forcing online services to eliminate these resources. In his ruling, U.S. District Judge Jorge L. Alonso determined that…
The US International Trade Commission has delivered a significant win for Apple regarding its updated smartwatches. In its recent determination, the agency declined to restore an import restriction on Apple Watch models, permitting the company to keep distributing devices featuring an altered blood-oxygen detection system. The ITC chose to close…
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The crew from Artemis II is readjusting to terrestrial routines, yet enthusiasm for their extraordinary mission persists. A fresh PBS film exploring the Artemis initiative and ongoing pushes to revisit the lunar surface is now available on YouTube. This period also featured NASA releasing striking visuals of a comet's solar…
This edition highlights recent developments in the independent gaming sector. Several promising new releases are available for players to explore over the coming days, alongside updates and reveals for titles in development. Recent indie events have showcased numerous projects, with details from one upcoming event detailed here. For immediate access…
The James Bond series has a well-established practice of enlisting prominent musicians for its theme tracks, including the iconic 'Live and Let Die.' This custom appears poised to influence video game versions of the spy saga as well. Developer IO Interactive revealed that Lana Del Rey collaborated on writing and…
NASA's Artemis II team has completed their safe landing back on Earth, yet for those with lingering interest in lunar exploration or seeking an overview of the second installment in a series of five intended lunar voyages, PBS offers a fresh documentary worth viewing. This one-hour special, titled Return to…
Concerns over impending cost escalations from AI-fueled demand for memory and storage have prompted many to purchase new computers ahead of time. Counterpoint Research's analysis indicates that worldwide PC shipments rose by approximately 3.2 percent compared to the previous year in the first quarter of 2026, fueled by anticipatory purchases…
The identity verification firm backed by Sam Altman, which started as a cryptocurrency project, is providing incentives for individuals to use its eye-scanning devices. One key addition is Concert Kit, designed to assist musicians and performers in countering automated ticket resellers. This capability builds on the updated World ID platform,…
Bluesky is facing technical difficulties once more. The social platform announced that certain components are offline and it is probing an event affecting services in a specific area (Bluesky's spelling error, not this report's). The problem seemingly began at 1:42 a.m. Eastern Time and continued until at least 11 a.m.
Reed Hastings, who co-founded Netflix and currently chairs its board, intends to step away from the streaming giant's board in June to prioritize his charitable work and personal interests, as outlined in a shareholder letter issued with the company's first-quarter financial results. He began serving as board chairman in 2023,…
Perplexity AI has unveiled its Personal Computer software, which launches today exclusively for Mac users. This new offering extends the multi-model coordination features first introduced through Perplexity Computer in late February. Comparable to tools like Claude Cowork and the recently released OpenAI Codex, it provides a set of AI agents…
The adaptation of the Call of Duty video game series into a feature film remains in development, though fans should temper expectations for an imminent premiere. The franchise's official social media channels announced on this date that the project is slated for a cinema debut on June 30, 2028. The…
Blackmagic Camera stands out as a robust third-party application for mobile photography and videography, offering increased convenience for independent filmmakers. The company behind it, Blackmagic Design, has revealed that the updated iOS release version 3.3 includes compatibility with Apple Watch, enabling users to manage the software and oversee footage from…
{"title": "Meta Begins Testing Redesigned Web Version of Threads Featuring Direct Messaging Capability", "body": ["Meta has initiated testing for a much-needed update to the web interface of Threads. Connor Hayes, the leader of the Threads team, recently demonstrated the refreshed design, which introduces direct messaging options and simplifies switching among…
The European Commission is advancing fresh initiatives to align Google's search operations with the Digital Markets Act requirements. To strengthen the position of independent web search providers relative to Google, regulators advocate for allowing these alternatives to tap into Google's vast repository of search-related information. Under the current outline, Google…
Mystery Heroes stands out as a popular casual mode in Overwatch, where participants receive randomly assigned characters and automatically change to different ones upon respawning. Many enthusiasts favor it for unwinding or preparing for competitive matches, as it demands familiarity with the game's 51 heroes to effectively team up and…
Panic revealed on Thursday that the Playdate handheld will receive a third collection of handpicked, unexpected titles. Details remain sparse aside from confirmation of the season's development, though Greg Maletic, the company's Playdate lead, stated in a promotional clip that it arrives 'in time for the holidays' this year. After…
For those seeking an even bleaker escape from reality, 4A Games, a studio based in Ukraine, has unveiled Metro 2039, set for release this winter. The initial footage suggests this installment plunges deeper into despair than its predecessors in the franchise. This escalation appears fueled by the ongoing conflict enveloping…
Apple's MacBook Neo, priced at $600 generally and $500 for students, represents a direct challenge to budget-friendly Windows machines. In response, Microsoft has introduced the 'Microsoft College Offer,' a package that includes a year of Microsoft 365 Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for one year, a personalized Xbox controller, and…
A federal jury has ruled that Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, maintains monopolistic control in the industry. The verdict, issued today, concludes that the firm breached both federal and state antitrust laws. Regular users of Ticketmaster are unlikely to find this outcome unexpected, given the often surprising fees…
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers can look forward to a diverse selection of games in April, including The Crew Motorfest, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, Football Manager 26 Console, Warriors: Abyss, Squirrel with a Gun, The Casting of Frank Stone, and Monster Train. Wild Arms 4 will be available only…