415,000 routers worldwide reportedly infected with cryptojacking malware

A new report suggests that more than 415,000 routers globally could be affected by a malware that allows hackers to steal the computing power of connected PCs to mine for cryptocurrency in a scheme known ascryptojacking. The number of affected routers has more than doubled since the malware was initially discovered in August. At the time, it was reported that around 200,000 routers were affected. Even though the malware threat is expanding, it only affects users who useMikroTikrouters....

July 26, 2025 · 3 min · 456 words · Stephanie Clark

90 Day Fiancé’s Colt Johnson Reveals Major Recovery Update After Painful Accident

Summary 90 Day FiancéstarColt Johnsonrevealed graphic details of how his injured leg looks now, almost two years after his horrific trampoline accident. Colt, who’s from Las Vegas, joined the cast of90 Day Fiancéseason 6in 2018. Colt was married to Brazilian woman Larissa Lima for less than a year, and their marriage took a violent turn several times with her three arrests.Colt briefly dated Jess Carolinebefore cheating on her with Vanessa Guerra....

July 26, 2025 · 3 min · 608 words · Linda Hubbard

Apple finally has a way to defeat ChatGPT

OpenAI needs to watch out because Apple may finally be jumping on the AI bandwagon, and the news doesn’t bode well forChatGPT. Apple is reportedly working on a large language model (LLM) referred to as ReALM, which stands for Reference Resolution As Language Modeling. Made to give Siri a boost and help it understand context, the model comes in four variants, and Apple claims that even its smallest model performs on a similar level to OpenAI’s ChatGPT....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 391 words · Bobby Brown

Apple Watch Series 5, Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 discounted for Father’s Day

Choosing the perfect gift for your dad thisFather’s Daycan be tricky, but if you ask us, you can never go wrong with a watch. And if your dad’s one of those types who go bonkers over new tech, perhaps it’s high time to get him asmartwatch. Two of the best wearables that offer amazing functionality and solid fitness capabilities – not to mention great designs that any cool dad would find irresistible – are on sale at Best Buy for as much as $100 off....

July 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1120 words · Timothy Hayes

Apple’s mixed reality headset could be as powerful as the MacBook Pro

Just yesterday we learned that the metaverse is supposedly“off-limits”for Apple’s planned mixed reality headset. Now, a fresh report has claimed the device will use the same 96W power adapter as thelatest MacBook Proand will come loaded with a dual-chip setup, suggesting the headset will have some serious firepower under the hood. The device is expected to blend augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), the result being a mixed reality (MR) headset that offers the flexibility to switch between AR and VR as you see fit....

July 26, 2025 · 3 min · 455 words · Stephanie Hall

Are used EVs eligible for tax rebates? Yes, but here’s the fine print

EVs are great, but like any new technology still in its infancy, they can get pricey. For anything that’s nota Chevrolet Bolt EVor similar, you’re looking at spending at least $40,000. For most Americans, that immediately puts a decent EV out of budget. That’s also where tax incentives and other rebates come in — as a way to help customers afford electric vehicles. But what about used EVs? Are they still eligible for those credits and rebates?...

July 26, 2025 · 3 min · 534 words · Joanna Harris

Blade Runner 2049 is back on Max in October. Here’s why you should watch it

Ridley Scott’s originalBlade Runnerproved to be ahead of its time, as the 1982 sci-fi filmreceived retroactive acclaim as the decades passed. Now, Max has just readded the 2017 sequel,Blade Runner 2049, to its offerings. Denis Villeneuve is among the most talented auteur directors of the modern age, and with critically acclaimed hits like this sequel andArrival, he’s also proven to have a good eye for the sci-fi genre. Blade Runner 2049is an exceptional sequel to the 1980s cult classic movie, honoring what came before while standing proudly on its own merits....

July 26, 2025 · 3 min · 526 words · Dustin Cowan

Bungie plots Destiny 2: The Final Shape overhaul in wake of mass layoffs

Destiny 2developer Bungie has broken its silence afterlaying off around 100 staff membersearlier this week. The studio posted ablog updatethat acknowledged the move and teased a major change in plans forDestiny 2‘s next big DLC,The Final Shape. On Monday, October 30, Bungie laid off a sizable chunk of its staff in departments including community, QA, audio, and more. According to areport from IGN, Bungie CEO Pete Parsons citedDestiny 2‘s declining performance in 2023 as a cause....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 284 words · Brittany Owens

Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare fails to excite, draws record dislikes on YouTube

It seems that Activision’s popular shooter series Call of Duty will not be receiving the warmest reception when it releases later this year. Call of Duty: Infinite Warfarewasannouncedearlier this week to tepid applause. Looking at theYouTubevideo for the latest reveal trailer, gamers are not to thrilled with the new game. It’s possible that franchise fatigue is setting in, as there has been a new Call of Duty game every year since 2007....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 338 words · Suzanne Lutz

Can a $450 phone beat the Samsung Galaxy S23’s cameras? It’s close

Samsung has a typical release schedule each year that starts with the main flagship devices. After that, there are some new, budget-friendly options. So far in 2023, Samsung has given us the flagship Galaxy S23 lineup, which includes theS23,S23 Plus, and theS23 Ultra. Though the S23 Ultra is no doubt the most powerful of the trio, the standard S23 is also great for those who want a more compact smartphone that still packs a punch....

July 26, 2025 · 12 min · 2542 words · William Booth

Can you play Enshrouded solo?

Can you play Enshrouded solo? Enshrouded is an interestingnew Survival Action-RPGfrom German developer Keen Games GMBH. Taking cues from existing games like Valheim, it offers challenging gameplay loops and fun building mechanics. But can it be played solo? On the face of it, there is a lot to like about the execution of Enshrouded. The fantasy world of Embervale feels alive and dangerous, filled with evil denizens and interesting locations to explore....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 348 words · Ryan Graham

China has cloned its best police dog. Now it wants to mass-produce more

Virtually everyone reading this will, at some point in their lives, have experienced the sadness that comes with losing a beloved pet. In the case of a working animal, like a renowned police dog, the death of an older animal can hit extra hard — because it also involves the knowledge that you’ll have to train its successor to fill its shoes (or, well, paws) going forward. In China, scientists from southwest China’s Yunnan Province have possibly gotten around this second issue by launching a program toclone a particularly skilled police sniffer dog....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 364 words · Traci Morales

Does Shazam! Fury of the Gods have a post-credits scene? And if so, how many?

Moviegoers now expect to linger after the end credits roll for superhero movies, as they know there will be one or two (or in some cases, more) “stingers” that tease about the endless sequels and cinematic universes that dominate the pop culture landscape. Just last month, Marvel Studios stuck two end credits scenes at the end ofAnt-Man and the Wasp:Quantumania, which teased the growing threat ofJonathan Majors’ villain Kangand the second season of the Disney+ seriesLoki....

July 26, 2025 · 4 min · 687 words · Jonathan Sims