CFPB is reportedly trying to put Google under bank-like supervision

Go, a popular programming language prioritizing memory safety and security, was exploited in a supply chain attack through the Google proxy service, affecting the boltdb package. The malicious module contained a backdoor payload, allowing threat actors to control infected systems through a hidden IP and port address. Despite facing resistance, security company Socket Inc. played a crucial role in getting the malicious package removed from Google's Go Module Mirror. Full Article

Take-Two Interactive has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 is still set for a fall 2025 release, easing fears of a delay. CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed confidence in meeting the deadline, despite the risk of slippage. The game, set in the fictional state of Leonida, is highly anticipated and expected to be a massive entertainment launch. Full Article

NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover collected its 26th rock sample, named “Silver Mountain,” using its Sample Caching System Camera. The rock is abundant in low-calcium pyroxene, a unique find along the rover’s route in Jezero Crater. The sealed sample will be transported to Earth for analysis as part of NASA’s Mars Sample Return mission. Full Article

Marko Elez, a 25-year-old DOGE staffer involved in Elon Musk's federal government takeover, resigned after a social media account linked to him was found promoting racism and eugenics, sparking controversy. The account, @nullllptr, posted derogatory comments about Indian H1Bs and advocated for repealing the Civil Rights Act and implementing a eugenic immigration policy. Elez's resignation adds to a pattern of Trump administration staffers facing repercussions for racist comments or ties to white nationalists, highlighting the...

The MSI Creator 16 laptop, designed for media production, boasts impressive specs including an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H CPU, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 GPU, 4K screen, and 64GB of RAM, all for $1,698.09 at CDW, a discount of $800. Despite its weight of 2 kilograms, the laptop features six speakers, USB-C ports on both sides, and a 99.9 watt-hour battery, offering powerful performance at a reduced price for a limited time. Full Article

Fans of fighting games were pleasantly surprised when the first Capcom Fighting Game Collection was released last fall, featuring remasters of classic titles from the 90s and early 2000s. Now, a sequel, Capcom Fighting Collection 2, is set to launch with an even stronger lineup, including games like Capcom vs. SNK 2 and Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper. With added extras like instruction cards and online multiplayer, this anthology pays tribute to fighting game history...