Illustrator is one of the best vector illustration tools, but with its hefty Adobe price tag, you might want an alternative. Most Adobe alternatives focus on raster graphics rather than vector graphics, with less opportunity for free or open-source vector design tools. Vectorpea comes from the same place as Photopea — a favorite of Photoshop alternative users — but it’s not open-source but … [Read more...]
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 zooms onto Paramount+ on February 18
Sonic the Hedgehog shows no sign of slowing down — so to speak. The blue blur's third movie was a hit at the box office, and it's coming to Paramount+ sooner than you might have expected. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 will land on the streaming service in the US and Canada on February 18 i.e. tomorrow.The film zoomed into theaters in December and vacuumed up cash faster than Sonic loses his rings when he … [Read more...]
5 advanced firewall rules to lock down your home lab
Home labs are perfect for honing your skills while not destroying your home network in the process. But while you're building out your home lab's network capabilities, how do you actually ensure that the two stay separate? A dedicated firewall is what you need, whether a dedicated hardware device or a virtual one. With the right rules in place, you can keep your home network safe from your home … [Read more...]
Are your noise-canceling headphones messing with your head?
We all know headphones can be bad for your hearing if you listen to sounds too loudly in such close proximity to your ears. But a BBC report suggests that a new health scare could be emerging around the noise-canceling feature that’s hugely popular in modern earphones. The article considers whether the technology could essentially be rewiring the brains of people who regularly try to tune out … [Read more...]
X blocks users from sharing links to Signal
Elon Musk is taking aim at federal workers and organizations, through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Now, Musk-owned X (formerly Twitter) is blocking Signal.me links, a URL used by encrypted messaging service Signal that allows people to quickly contact others directly, the blog Disruptionist reports. Federal workers have used Signal to covertly report relevant and dangerous … [Read more...]
The New York Times has greenlit AI tools for product and edit staff
The New York Times is now allowing its product and editorial teams to use AI tools, which might one day write social copy, SEO headlines, and code, reports Semafor. The news came to staff via an email, in which the publication announced the debut of its new internal AI summary tool called Echo. The New York Times also shared a suite of AI products that staff could use to build web … [Read more...]
How to avoid making your network vulnerable to attack
Your Local Area Network (LAN) is vital to your home and office. It's what handles all internal and outbound traffic, ensuring all clients on your side can communicate with one another, as well as billions of devices worldwide, so long as you have a router and external link. But how does one go about securing their LAN? Here are some pointers on how to not make your LAN vulnerable to outside … [Read more...]
These are the hottest AI models, what they do, and how to use them
AI models are being cranked out at a dizzying pace, by everyone from Big Tech companies like Google to startups like OpenAI and Anthropic. Keeping track of the latest ones can be overwhelming. Adding to the confusion is that AI models are often promoted based on industry benchmarks. But these technical metrics often reveal little about how real people and companies actually use … [Read more...]
South Korea pauses downloads of DeepSeek AI over privacy concerns
DeepSeek, the massively popular Chinese AI assistant, has been temporarily unavailable from app stores in South Korea since February 15. A press release from the country’s data protection authority, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC), stated that downloads will resume once the Chinese AI company complies with local data protection laws, while those with the app can still use it. … [Read more...]
Trump fires hundreds of air traffic support staff as SpaceX visits FAA command center
The Trump Administration has begun firing hundreds of Federal Aviation Administration employees who maintain critical air traffic control infrastructure, reports CNN. The firings, which began late Friday night, come as Elon Musk’s SpaceX has been tapped to help create a new air traffic control system. It’s not yet clear how many workers were fired, but the Professional Aviation Safety … [Read more...]
Microsoft Uncovers New XCSSET macOS Malware Variant with Advanced Obfuscation Tactics
Feb 17, 2025Ravie LakshmananEndpoint Security / Malware Microsoft said it has discovered a new variant of a known Apple macOS malware called XCSSET as part of limited attacks in the wild. "Its first known variant since 2022, this latest XCSSET malware features enhanced obfuscation methods, updated persistence mechanisms, and new infection strategies," the Microsoft Threat Intelligence team said … [Read more...]
Web Development: A Comprehensive Guide to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Web development is the foundation of the modern digital landscape, powering websites, applications, and interactive experiences. It involves three essential technologies: HTML for structuring content, CSS for styling, and JavaScript for interactivity. Mastering these technologies is crucial for anyone aspiring to become a proficient web developer.Understanding HTML: The Structure of the Web HTML … [Read more...]
Microsoft is finally working on making PC migration painless with a new app
Microsoft's Windows 11 Insider builds don't always offer new features, just like the recently announced Beta Channel build 22635.4945. However, that doesn't mean they aren't worth your attention, because oftentimes, Windows tinkerers dig deep into those builds to find references to features Microsoft is working on. Although Windows 11 Beta build 22635.4945 doesn't offer any noteworthy new features … [Read more...]
8 indie games you probably don't have on your wish list, but should
On the one hand, gamers have never been more spoiled, with thousands of games being announced and released every year on multiple platforms. It seems absolutely impossible to keep track of it all, though, with games you've never heard of seemingly popping out from nowhere, especially when exploring the broad world of indie games. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
What the US’ first major AI copyright ruling might mean for IP law
Copyright claims against AI companies just got a potential boost. A U.S. federal judge last week handed down a summary judgment in a case brought by tech conglomerate Thomson Reuters against legal tech firm Ross Intelligence. The judge found that Ross’ use of Reuters’ content to train its AI legal research platform infringed on Reuters’ intellectual property. The outcome could have … [Read more...]
X is blocking links to Signal, a secure messaging platform used by federal workers
Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) is blocking links to Signal.me, a URL shortener used by the private messaging app Signal that allows users to send out a link that’s used to contact them directly through the service. The blocks, which impact direct messages, public posts, and profile pages, were first spotted by the blog Disruptionist. The change comes as DOGE (the Department of Government … [Read more...]
The war on DEI is a smoke screen
MAGA’s attacks on “wokeness” and “diversity, equity, and inclusion” are a thinly veiled attack on the Civil Rights Movement itself.Feb 17, 2025, 3:30 PM UTCGaby Del Valle is a policy reporter. Her past work has focused on immigration politics, border surveillance technologies, and the rise of the New Right.Violent metaphors abound for what’s happening in Washington: Elon Musk and his allies have … [Read more...]
The best Presidents' Day deals on Apple, Samsung, Dyson, Peacock and more
Apparently President's Day was created to honor George Washington's birthday. But now on a Monday in February we celebrate every US president by shopping for deals. Nixon, Taft, Coolidge, Polk, Johnson, Hoover and all those other guys — they'd be quite proud of us. In our searches we found quite a few deals on the tech we recommend, including $100 off Apple's new iPad mini and a streaming deal for … [Read more...]
How to fix Error Plugin [id: 'com.facebook.react.settings'] was not found in any of the following sources:, when upgrading to "react-native": "0.75.1"
I referred to articles on ChatGPT and Stack Overflow to resolve this error, but none of the suggested solutions worked. I also attempted to delete the Gradle file, but the issue persisted. After spending two days troubleshooting, I finally found a solution.Step.1)First Delete .gradle folder Step 2.) Go to working directory . I am currently working on … [Read more...]
Ransomware Gangs Encrypt Systems After 17hrs From Initial Infection
New research reveals ransomware gangs are accelerating encryption timelines while adopting advanced evasion techniques and data extortion strategies. A 2025 threat report by cybersecurity firm Huntress reveals ransomware gangs now take just 17 hours on average to encrypt systems after initial network intrusion, with some groups like Akira and RansomHub operating in as little as 4–6 … [Read more...]
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