Massive virtual science fiction worlds all tend to revolve around a similar core concept. If they weren’t made by aliens, then they must have been made by AI. Movies like The Matrix or shows and books like “3 Body Problem” all use this crux as a way to explain how a human with finite resources could somehow make something that feels so infinite.Look at any of the biggest games, and you’ll quickly understand what I’m talking about. GTA V, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Starfield all feature massive virtual worlds that eventually end and largely have…
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Chibueze Iwuala is a highly experienced information technology professional with a diverse educational background and a wealth of certifications. With a B.Tech and MSc in Information Technology, Chibueze has established a strong foundation in both theory and practical application. His dedication to excellence is evident through his acquisition of industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Certified IT Operation Specialist, Google Cybersecurity professional certification, and a Blockchain Security certificate from Udemy. Additionally, Chibueze has authored five books and co-authored three, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field. These certifications and achievements underscore his commitment to remaining updated with the latest advancements and best practices in information technology and cybersecurity.
Mar 28, 2024NewsroomCyber Espionage / Malware The Police of Finland (aka Poliisi) has formally accused a Chinese nation-state actor tracked as APT31 for orchestrating a cyber attack targeting the country’s Parliament in 2020. The intrusion, per the authorities, is said to have occurred between fall 2020 and early 2021. The agency described the ongoing criminal probe as both demanding and time-consuming, involving extensive analysis of a “complex criminal infrastructure.” The breach was first disclosed in December 2020, with the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service (Supo) describing it as a state-backed cyber espionage operation designed to penetrate the Parliament’s information systems.…
As the election cycle heats up, Instagram and Threads will be cooling down the amount of political content entering many users’ feeds. These changes, which limit the reach of political content from accounts users don’t already follow, are enacted by default. If you’re already wondering how to get that kind of content back into your feed, you can follow our guide on changing Instagram’s political settings here. Meta has made an effort to decrease the reach of news and political content across its platforms, especially in regards to content that is algorithmically recommended versus being surfaced from a direct…
Enlarge / FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried arrives at US District Court on March 30, 2023, in New York City after being hit with a criminal charge for allegedly authorizing a bribe of at least $40 million to one or more Chinese government officials.Getty Images | Michael Santiago Convicted FTX fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison today, according to news reports. The founder and ex-CEO of cryptocurrency exchange FTX was sentenced this morning by Judge Lewis Kaplan in US District Court for the Southern District of New York. Bankman-Fried had requested a sentence of 63 to 78…
Global Warming Is Slowing the Earth’s RotationDrastic polar ice melt is slowing Earth’s rotation, counteracting a speedup from the planet’s liquid outer core. The upshot is that we might need to subtract a leap second for the first time ever within the decadeBy Avery Schuyler Nunn Credit: Joseph Gruber/Alamy Stock PhotoAs rising global temperatures melt Earth’s polar ice sheets, the shifting water is creating such a huge redistribution of our planet’s mass that its rotation speed is dropping. This unusual result of climate change is interacting with other forces that affect the planet’s rotational speed in ways that could ultimately…
Walmart ag ’d have to sell a kidney to afford a giantg 4K TV for the living room. That is no longer true, as television prices continue to decline. Case in point? Vizio just announced a new 86-inch 4K smart TV that costs just $999.The first thing worth mentioning about the latest member of Vizio’s lineup of 4K televisions is its size. The next-biggest model is 75 inches and that’s already large enough to absolutely take over most spaces. This thing will be like having a Times Square billboard in your living room. That’s not a bad thing, particularly for…
Huawei will launch the P70 series on April 2, according to a leaked screenshot. The image appeared on Weibo, and was quickly followed by other leaks, including as key specs of the entire series. According to one user, there will be at least four variants – Huawei P70, P70 Pro, P70 Pro+, and P70 Art. We cannot verify whether these specs and images are real, and our regular sources are still silent on the matter, so don’t take anything for granted yet. Huawei P70 Pro, likely a fan render The phones are expected to all sport the Kirin 9000S chipset.…
The UK’s Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) has started legal action against the controversial Sellafield nuclear waste facility due to years of alleged cybersecurity breaches.Last December, as we previously reported, claims surfaced about Russian and Chinese hackers planting malware on the nuclear reactor site’s systems as far back as 2015.The fear is that the malware might have been planted on Sellafield’s IT systems for espionage (to access sensitive information about personnel or radioactive waste movement) and for disruptive attacks.Sellafield’s computer servers are considered alarming by some insiders, earning the nickname “Voldermort,” after the Harry Potter villain.External contractors have reportedly been…
Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Pocket Worlds has launched Highrise Studio and Highrise 4.0 to empower creators to easily build and monetize virtual experiences. With Over 40 million users already, Highrise enables players to create their own shared immersive virtual worlds and games. Austin, Texas-based Pocket Worlds said the latest updates continue Highrise’s commitment to empower creators to unleash their creativity while earning an income from their creations. Boasting 680,000 weekly users who spend an average of 90 minutes in-game, Highrise has…
Two weeks ago, TechCrunch broke the news that LinkedIn was getting into games, helping users “deepen relationships” through puzzle-based interactions. And on Wednesday, TechCrunch reported that the Microsoft-owned social network was experimenting with short-form videos. It’s as if LinkedIn is targeting a whole new “type” of user — one caught in limbo somewhere between two other well-known social networks. Wordle’s viral growth kicked off on Twitter, leading the New York Times to dole out a reported seven-figure sum for the web-based word game. And TikTok is well past the billion-user mark, recently becoming the first non-game app to hit $10…