Microsoft’s cybersecurity team found hackers using OpenAI’s Assistants API as a command-and-control channel for malware. The backdoor, named SesameOp, enables threat actors to conduct espionage while hiding their activities. The vulnerable API is scheduled for replacement next year.
A new survey reveals most game developers see Steam as having a monopoly on PC game distribution. But with alternatives like Epic Games Store and GOG available, is this perception or reality? The data suggests it’s more complicated than it appears.
With the Supreme Court hearing a landmark case on presidential tariff authority, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed the administration has backup plans. He specifically mentioned Section 232 and Section 301 as alternative authorities that could be used if the court rules against the administr
Spotify reported strong user growth but posted a €72 million loss in Q3 2025. The company’s earnings report uses creative accounting to paint a rosier picture than reality. Meanwhile, co-founder Daniel Ek prepares to step down as CEO.
Chrome’s latest update extends autofill to official documents like passports and driver’s licenses. The feature requires manual opt-in and uses encryption, but security concerns remain as Google expands its data collection reach.
Microsoft is officially sunsetting the Visio Data Visualizer add-in for Excel, with complete shutdown scheduled for March 2026. The tool that helped users create flowcharts from spreadsheet data will stop working entirely, leaving embedded diagrams inaccessible.
Samsung’s pioneering Galaxy S20 FE has officially reached its software update end-of-life. The 2020 fan favorite won’t receive any more security patches. Owners should consider upgrading to newer models like the S25 FE.
Apple’s massive iOS 26.1 update brings anecdotal battery life claims, but the 11.44GB file size tells a more complex story about on-device AI’s future. What does this mean for iPhone users and Apple’s ecosystem strategy?
Apple has quietly launched a web-based App Store interface that allows browsing across all Apple platforms from any device. This seemingly minor update carries major strategic implications for Apple’s ecosystem approach and competitive positioning.
As Electronic Arts prepares to go private in a $55 billion deal led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, employees and fans question whether creative freedom can survive conservative ownership. The company’s reassurances face skepticism from those who value inclusive storytelling.
