Spotify slashed nearly €500M in marketing, R&D spending, and general administrative expenses in 2024, which helped the company swing to a net income of €1.1B (Financial Times)

At the Xbox Games Showcase, a trailer unexpectedly announced Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, featuring Milo Ventimiglia and a surreal futuristic setting. Set in 2035, the game follows David Mason and his team as they confront a manipulative enemy exploiting psychological warfare, continuing the narrative from Black Ops 2 and Black Ops 6. The game will launch on multiple platforms, including Xbox and PlayStation, with Xbox Game Pass subscribers receiving it on launch day....

For over a decade, the author has been on a quest to find the perfect picross game, questioning how difficult this search could be given the straightforward nature of the puzzle format. Picross involves filling in squares on a grid based on clues provided for each column and row, ultimately creating a visual image. This journey highlights both the simplicity of the game mechanics and the complexity of finding an engaging and satisfying version of...

The OnePlus Pad 3 enhances the original model with a larger 13.2-inch 144Hz display, improved battery life, and a new smart keyboard, making it a competitive Android tablet for entertainment, though it remains less suitable for heavy productivity. Priced at $699.99, it is $150 more than its predecessor but still offers good value against similar models like the $749.99 Galaxy Tab S10 FE, especially with software improvements like better integration with Apple devices. Overall, while...

New Cybersecurity Threat in Brazil Cybersecurity researchers have identified a campaign targeting Brazilian users since early 2025, aiming to infect them with a malicious extension for Chromium-based web browsers to steal user authentication data. Notably, some phishing emails were dispatched from servers of compromised companies, which heightens the likelihood of successful attacks. This development underscores the increasing sophistication of cyber threats in the region, necessitating vigilance among users. Full Article

High Court Ruling on AI Use by Lawyers The High Court of England and Wales has emphasized the need for lawyers to take stronger measures to prevent the misuse of artificial intelligence in their practice. In a ruling that connected two recent cases, Judge Victoria Sharp stated that generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, “are not capable of conducting reliable legal research.” This highlights the importance of ensuring that legal professionals do not overly rely...

Sonoma County faces a lawsuit from the ACLU, alleging that its drone surveillance program, initially intended to monitor illegal cannabis cultivation, has expanded into a broader operation infringing on residents' privacy rights. The program reportedly conducted over 700 flights and captured 5,600 images, including private areas of homes, without warrants, leading to code violations and fines. One plaintiff discovered the county's surveillance when an employee revealed they had photos of her property, including her outdoor...