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 The creator of 'Ori and the Blind Forest,' published by Xbox, is already contemplating ideas for a third installment in the series

Moon Studios, the creators behind the critically acclaimed Ori series and upcoming ARPG, No Rest For The Wicked, have recently stated that they have ideas for a third Ori title.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox-published-ori-and-the-blind-forest-creator-already-has-ideas-for-an-ori-3

 Here's how a German Microsoft software engineer's 'curiosity and craftsmanship' saved the world's internet from the 'most widespread and effective backdoor ever planted in any software product'

A 38-year-old German Microsoft engineer, Andres Freund, might have potentially saved the world from a significant cyber attack. He uncovered the attack after noticing sluggish processing power while using SSH to access computers remotely during routine checks.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/heres-how-a-german-microsoft-software-engineers-curiosity

 Destiny 2's huge free Into the Light update is live, here's the roadmap and patch notes

The highly anticipated Into the Light update for Destiny 2 is here, and it's massive. Here's a look at everything it brings to Bungie's live service shooter.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/destiny-2s-huge-free-into-the-light-update-is-live-heres-the-roadmap-and-patch-notes

 "Microsoft’s security culture was inadequate and requires an overhaul" says Cyber Safety Review Board following a "cascade of security failures"

A Chinese-sponsored hacking group gained access to several U.S. government employee email accounts, and it was preventable, according to the U.S. Cyber Safety Review Board. A scathing report from the board breaks down where Microsoft failed in securing accounts.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsofts-security-culture-was-inadequate-and-requires-

 Elon Musk says the next-generation Grok 3 model will require 100,000 Nvidia H100 GPUs to train

Elon Musk says the next-generation Grok 3 model will require 100,000 Nvidia H100 GPUs to train. He also believes that artificial intelligence models will beat the smartest humans within the 2025–2026 time frame.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/elon-musk-says-the-next-generation-grok-3-model-will-require-100000-nvidia-h100-g

Elastic Stack 7.17.20 released

Version 7.17.20 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 7.17.20 over the previous version 7.17.19.

The7.17.20 patch release contains a fix for a bug in JDK22 in 7.17.19 release. This bug causes Elasticsearch nodes to crash, as well as, causing data corruption. The current workaround is to downgrade 7.17.19 to JDK.21.0.2

For details of the issues that have been fixed and

Google and world’s largest ad group announce landmark AI collaboration

The groundbreaking partnership implies Google's robots could begin creating ads for world-leading brands like Coca-Cola. https://searchengineland.com/googles-wpp-collaboration-ai-gemini-439575

4 YouTube Shopping updates, including Collections and Affiliate Hub

The platform is introducing new features and capabilities to offer creators fresh ways to enhance conversions and efficiency. https://searchengineland.com/youtube-shopping-updates-collections-affiliate-hub-439578

Formula E kills its latest junior series just days before the first scheduled race

Just four days before the first race of its latest all-electric junior racing series was set to take place, Formula E said the NXT Gen Cup will not be part of the World Championship calendar this season. The cancellation is "due to unexpected constraints faced by the support series,” a Formula E spokesperson

1mo | Engadget
Apple Vision Pro two months later: A telepresence dream

Two months after I started using the Apple Vision Pro, it hasn't transformed the way I live. It hasn't replaced my TV, and it doesn't make me want to give up my powerful desktop or slim laptops. It's just another tool in my gadget arsenal — one I can don to catch up on X-Men '97 in bed, or to help me dive deep into research while I'm away from my office. The

1mo | Engadget
Arturia stuffed almost all of its software emulations into this new keyboard

Arturia just released a new standalone synthesizer called the AstroLab. This 61-key stage keyboard is basically the company’s Analog Lab software in hardware form, which makes it perfect for live performances. The synth boasts ten de

1mo | Engadget
The bootleg Nintendo Network replacement no longer requires jailbreaking

The Pretendo Network, an open-source Nintendo Network alternative, no longer requires a hacked Wii U console. With Nintendo’s servers for the obsolete console shutting down on Monday, the Pretendo Network shared a ne

1mo | Engadget
Make Coffee How You Like It With This $60 Keurig K-Slim Plus Iced Brewer From QVC     - CNET

Now you can have hot or cold coffee from one flexible pod brewer. This discount makes it easy to save money and simplify your morning routine. https://www.cnet.com/deals/make-coffee-how-you-like-it-with-this-60-keurig-k-slim-plus-iced-brewer-from-qvc/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
It's Target Circle Week. Shop These 22 Deals Right Now     - CNET

From Apple products to robot vacuums, there are thousands of items on sale -- and we've gathered all the best deals in one place. https://www.cnet.com/deals/its-target-circle-week-shop-these-22-deals-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
What is Sleep Tourism? Here's Everything You Need to Know About a Sleep Vacation     - CNET

Few things hurt like poor sleep, so it's worth ensuring that your sleep travels take you only to the most restful and rejuvenating locations. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/what-is-sleep-tourism/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Total Solar Eclipse 2024: The Best Photos We've Seen     - CNET

The great American eclipse appeared Monday, bringing the nation to a standstill as photographers captured stunning shots of the rare celestial event. https://www.cnet.com/pictures/total-solar-eclipse-2024-the-best-photos-weve-seen/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 Pretendo saves the day after Wii U and 3DS server shut down — here's how to keep your Nintendo games online

The Wii U and 3DS servers shut down on April 8, 2024, but an open source project is keeping beloved games online. Here's how you can use Pretendo on your Wii U or 3DS.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/pretendo-saves-the-day-after-wii-u-and-3ds-server-shut-down-heres-how-to-keep-your-nintendo-games-online

 A mix of AI-enhanced Acer gaming laptops packed with the latest Intel and AMD processors are headed our way

Acer has announced four new gaming laptops for 2024, including the all-new Predator Helios Neo 14 with Intel Core Ultra H-series CPUs complete with NPU for AI enhancements.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/acer-announces-nitro-predator-helios-neo-gaming-ai

 "Cracking prices," said my editor when he saw these OLED laptop deals. "To get a new Core Ultra laptop that cheap already is absolutely nuts."

The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED features a bright and colorful panel and runs on an Intel Core Ultra CPU. Right now, you can save up to $250 on one, making one of the most affordable Intel Core Ultra PCs around.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/cracking-prices-said-my-editor-when-he-saw-these-oled-laptop-deals-to-get-a-new-core-ultra-laptop-that-chea

Razer’s Blade 18 laptop pairs a drool-worthy 4K display with Thunderbolt 5
1mo | pcworld.com
Meet Vids, Google’s new AI-powered editor for the videos you hate to make
1mo | pcworld.com
 This Raspberry Pi RP2040 wristwatch uses LEDs to tell the time

Kim Paulsson is using a Raspberry Pi RP2040 to power this custom wristwatch PCB that uses a ring of RGB LEDs to tell time.

https://www.tomshardware.com/raspberry-pi/this-raspberry-pi-rp2040-wristwatch-uses-leds-to-tell-the-time

 Intel reportedly plans to launch Arc 'Battlemage' GPUs before the holidays — Second-gen Arc prepares for takeoff this fall

Intel wants to strategically launch its next-generation Arc 'Battlemage' GPUs ahead of the holiday season this fall. It's a crucial period for sales, and could tie in with new CPUs and platforms as well.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/intel-reportedly-plans-to-launch-arc-battlemage-gpus-before-the-holidays-second-gen-arc-prepares-for-takeoff

 Western Digital confirms HDD and NAND flash shortages, warns partners of higher pricing

Western Digital messaged partners to inform them of supply constraints and rising prices amidst tumultuous industry conditions. Prices could increase by 10% for HDDs, more for NAND.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/hdds/western-digital-confirms-hdd-and-nand-flash-shortages-warns-partners-of-higher-pricing

 Intel says Lunar Lake will have 100+ TOPS of AI performance — 45 TOPS from the NPU alone meets requirement for next-gen AI PCs

At Vision 2024, Intel announced that its Lunar Lake processor, the company's next-gen laptop chip, provides 100+ TOPS of performance in AI workloads, with 45 of those TOPS coming from the NPU alone.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/intel-says-lunar-lake-will-have-100-tops-of-ai-performance-45-tops-from-the-npu-alone-meeting-requirement-for-ne

 Intel crams Meteor Lake laptop chips into a socket for edge computing — includes Arc graphics and NPU for AI workloads

Intel has announced new socketable LGA Intel Core Ultra CPUs designed specifically for edge computing applications. The processors will include integrated Arc graphics as well as NPUs for AI workloads.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/intel-crams-meteor-lake-laptop-chips-into-a-socket-for-edge-computing-includes-arc-graphics-and-npu-for-ai-wo

 Mutant ASUS Frankenboard surfaces with SO-DIMM memory slots — rare Maximus XIII Hero includes Kingston Fury logo

A hardware enthusiast shared photographs of an ROG Maximus XIII Hero that comes with four SO-DIMM slots. The rare Frankenboard may be an engineering design for testing and validation of SO-DIMMs.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/mutant-asus-frankenboard-surfaces-with-so-dimm-memory-slots-rare-maximus-xiii-hero-includes-kingston-fury-lo

 Hyte THICC Q60 240mm AIO Review: The strongest, quietest AIO available

Hyte’s THICC Q60 is the best-performing 240mm AIO we’ve tested, and it's loaded with features like a large screen. But it’s also extremely expensive and, as the name implies, it’s very chunky, so it won’t fit in every case that has room for a typical 240mm AIO.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/liquid-cooling/hyte-thicc-q60-240mm-aio-review

Starlink terminals are reportedly being used by Russian forces in Ukraine

Starlink satellite internet terminals are being widely used by Russian forces in Ukraine,

1mo | Engadget
Acer launches two all-new 14-inch gaming laptops alongside updated 16-inch models

Acer’s midrange gaming laptop line has four new arrivals today following the company’s refresh of its flagship models at CES 2024. On Tuesday, the company unveiled

1mo | Engadget
Star Wars Outlaws gets a new trailer and a release date of August 30

Ubisoft just dropped another trailer for Star Wars Outlaws, this time focusing on the story. The new trailer spotlights the various smugglers and thieves you’ll be working alongside in a galaxy far, far away. The game also continues to look absolutely gorgeous, thanks to developer Massive Entertainment’s prop

1mo | Engadget
The owner of WordPress has bought Beeper, the app that flipped the bird to Apple’s iMessage supremacy

WordPress and Tumblr owner Automattic has bought Beeper, the maker of the Beeper Mini app that challenged Apple’s iMessage dominion late last year. Although it

1mo | Engadget
Writing highly scalable backends in UDP

In this article I share an interview question I've used for years at Network Next. How to implement a highly scalable backend in UDP. Can you solve it?


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=39979078

Points: 13

# Comments: 11

https://mas-bandwidth.com/writing-highly-scalable-backends-in-udp/

1mo | Hacker news
BMO Harris Bank: 2024 Home Equity Review     - CNET

If you're looking for a home equity loan or HELOC and have a solid credit score, this bank offers competitive rates. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/bmo-harris-bank/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Claude AI Review: The Most Conversational AI Engine     - CNET

Claude is a loquacious AI chatbot that performed well in testing, but it doesn't always link to sources unless asked. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/claude-ai-review-the-most-conversational-ai-engine/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 Home Depot confirms data breach, says employee data affected

A small subset of employee data was leaked by a third party, with names and emails ending up on a dark web forum.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/home-depot-confirms-data-breach-says-employee-data-affected