Selenium has long been a popular browser testing tool, but despite its popularity, it isn't the only game in town. Today, developers have access to faster, more reliable and easier-to-use options that can work across different browsers and platforms. Playwright is one of those. Ironically, this open-source tool used for browser automation and scraping is developed by Microsoft, supports Chromium, … [Read more...]

Palo Alto Networks has published an extensive malware analysis tutorial detailing the dissection of a sophisticated .NET-based threat that delivers the Remcos remote access trojan (RAT). The malware’s emergence highlights a trend in which threat actors increasingly abuse legitimate development environments and tools—such as the Microsoft .NET runtime—to execute complex, multi-stage infection … [Read more...]

When you’re as much of a home lab nerd as I am, it's hard to control the temptation to splurge on shiny new hardware. Mini-PCs can be turned into Proxmox workstations or K8s nodes (or even both, via cursed setups involving VMs), while NAS devices can serve as backup solutions. Then you've got network switches, UPS, routers, and a bunch of other gizmos that can enhance your workstations in some way … [Read more...]

James Showalter describes a pretty specific if not entirely implausible nightmare scenario. Someone drives up to your house, cracks your Wi-Fi password, and then starts messing with the solar inverter mounted beside your garage — that unassuming gray box that converts the direct current from your rooftop panels into the alternating current that powers your home. “You’ve got to have a solar … [Read more...]

The cybersecurity landscape faces a new sophisticated threat as the Crypto24 ransomware group demonstrates an alarming evolution in attack methodology, seamlessly blending legitimate administrative tools with custom-developed malware to execute precision strikes against high-value targets. This emerging ransomware operation has successfully compromised organizations across Asia, Europe, and the … [Read more...]

Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) said he intends to investigate whether Meta’s generative AI products exploit, deceive, or harm children, after leaked internal documents showed the company’s chatbots were allowed to have “romantic” and “sensual” chats with children.  “Is there anything – ANYTHING – Big Tech won’t do for a quick buck?” Hawley wrote in a post on X announcing the … [Read more...]

This week's Meta AI chatbot leak could have repercussions for the company beyond bad PR. On Friday, Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) said the Senate Committee Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism, which he chairs, will investigate the company."Your company has acknowledged the veracity of these reports and made retractions only after this alarming content came to light," Hawley wrote in a letter … [Read more...]

It’s the software that turns that boring little box called network-attached storage (NAS) into something useful — something magical. It happens quite often that people who have just got their first NAS ask me about the apps they should install. While most pre-built NAS models come with a whole software suite built in, you still need a bunch of third-party apps to make the most of it. Source: … [Read more...]

Google Play has implemented comprehensive licensing requirements for cryptocurrency exchanges and software wallets, fundamentally reshaping the mobile app ecosystem for digital asset services. The policy mandates that developers seeking to publish cryptocurrency applications must obtain specific licenses and certifications from relevant financial authorities in their target jurisdictions … [Read more...]

Making friends as an adult can be tough, especially after moving to a new city. Luckily, modern technology exists, and more people are turning to apps like Bumble For Friends, Flox, and Timeleft to form new friendships quickly. One app called Les Amis aims to stand out by targeting women, transgender, and LGBTQ+ individuals, primarily in the mid-20s to early 40s age demographic. Les Amis … [Read more...]

The Linux terminal may seem rather daunting when you’re accustomed to Windows' menu-based interface, but its utility is nothing to scoff at. Rather than forcing you to navigate through a barrage of options and menus just to fix an error, the CLI nature of the Linux terminal makes troubleshooting a breeze. Likewise, installing applications and packages from the terminal is a lot easier than using … [Read more...]

Ever since I realized the true potential of NotebookLM, I've been trying to use it for a lot of tasks in everyday life. I recently figured that I could use it to improve my productivity and make my workflow more efficient. A part of my regular workflow also involves working with Excel sheets. I'm a freelancer, and I use Excel to manage my projects, track payments, etc. I also provide marketing … [Read more...]

A sophisticated threat campaign has emerged that leverages CrossC2, an unofficial extension tool that expands Cobalt Strike’s notorious capabilities beyond Windows systems to target Linux and macOS environments. Between September and December 2024, cybersecurity incidents involving this cross-platform malware have been documented, representing a significant evolution in threat actor tactics … [Read more...]

TikTok is preparing an update to its Community Guidelines, which dictate the rules for participating on the social video platform as well as what standards the company uses to determine the videos that make it onto its For You Feed. While the update largely rewrites the original text for simplicity’s sake, there are a few items that jump out in the new revision — notably how TikTok prioritizes its … [Read more...]

I've written a lot about not overspending on certain PC components, and the motherboard is one of the biggest culprits when it comes to raiding your wallet. Most PC builders don't need to spend over $200 on their motherboard to get all the latest features they need for a modern build. That said, you might fall into the minority that absolutely needs to spend $350–$650 on a motherboard, simply … [Read more...]

At the iPhone event expected next month (here's what to expect), Apple will finally announce when we can download iOS 26 on our iPhones. Until then, you can download and install the newly released public beta 2 (or iOS 26 developer beta 6 for developers). I've been playing around with it for the past couple of weeks, and have found that taking screenshots is way better in the new operating system … [Read more...]

EntertainmentIn a lawsuit, the state alleges that Roblox ‘fails to implement basic safety controls to protect child users.’Aug 15, 2025, 6:38 PM UTCJay Peters is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme.The state of Louisiana has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, alleging that the company has “permitted and perpetuated an … [Read more...]

I might not be a know-it-all software engineer paid handsomely in Silicon Valley, but I'm regularly amazed by how frequently friends and family reach out to me for tech support. While I secretly wish it wasn't as frequent, in the past decade I've seen Windows spit up a BSOD or PCs just crash for all sorts of reasons-a botched software update, a driver conflict after installing a new piece of … [Read more...]

Rental car startup Kyte has shut down nearly one year after slashing staff and exiting most of its cities in the United States. The company sold its customer list to Turo in July, and then turned right around and entered into a form of receivership in California, according to a notice that went out to Kyte creditors. Kyte fell behind on some of its loans earlier this year, according to the … [Read more...]

EntertainmentThe Bluesky meme has reminded me of the gamer I used to be and, in some ways, still am.Aug 15, 2025, 6:27 PM UTCAsh Parrish is a reporter who covers the business, culture, and communities of video games, with a focus on marginalized gamers and the quirky, horny culture of video game communities.There’s a meme currently going around Bluesky where people are posting their first … [Read more...]