Beast of Reincarnation Game’s New Trailer Announces August 4 Launch
2026-02-17
New game by Pokémon developers Game Freak…Read MoreContinue Reading
CTM360: Lumma Stealer and Ninja Browser malware campaign abusing Google Groups
2026-02-17
CTM360 reports 4,000 malicious Google Groups and 3,500 Google-hosted URLs used to spread the Lumma Stealer infostealing malware and a trojanized “Ninja Browser.” The report details how attackers abuse trusted Google services to steal credentials and maintain persistence across Windows and Linux systems. …Read MoreContinue Reading
I installed this Linux distro on my gaming PC, and it runs Windows games better than Windows
2026-02-17
Want to see some performance gains? Linux may be the answer…Read MoreContinue Reading
The Airlines With The World’s Most Private Business Class Seats In 2026
2026-02-17
Business class. What may have simply been a wider seat and a glass of champagne to soothe the journey once upon a time has evolved over the years into an epitome of luxury. Those lucky enough to experience business travel in 1970 and then again in 2026 might be shockedContinue Reading
What Are The Benefits Of Flying On A Widebody Jet Over A Narrowbody?
2026-02-17
Widebody or Narrowbody? Perhaps a question that will make more sense to hardened travelers and aviation enthusiasts, but one that can have big implications for all plane-goers on matters of comfort, efficiency, or where they want to fly. Each type of aircraft has its benefits, both for the airlines operatingContinue Reading
TikTok’s new 2026 policies explained, why thousands of users say they are leaving
2026-02-17
TikTok users are protesting the app’s new ownership’s updated Terms and Conditions, which have been met with widespread disapproval and threats of users deleting and leaving the app., TikTok users are protesting the app’s new ownership’s updated Terms and Conditions, which have been met with widespread disapproval and threats ofContinue Reading
Gemini lies to user about health info, says it wanted to make him feel better
2026-02-17
Though commonly reported, Google doesn’t consider it a security problem when models make things up Imagine using an AI to sort through your prescriptions and medical information, asking it if it saved that data for future conversations, and then watching it claim it had even if it couldn’t. Joe D.,Continue Reading
Techdirt Podcast Episode 444: Answering Your Questions
2026-02-17
Support us on Patreon » Two weeks ago, we ran a bit of an AMA experiment, with a call on Bluesky for fans of Techdirt to ask Mike any questions they might have. We got lots of great responses and now, as promised, Mike is delivering the answers on this week’sContinue Reading
Chinese Customs Block Shipments of Nvidia’s Second Most Powerful AI Chip, H200
2026-02-17
Nvidia H200 AI chip suppliers have halted production after Chinese customers blocked shipments from entering mainland China due to doubts about the value of a US export license. The first report of this disruption occurred on January 16, 2026, amid US-China semiconductor tensions. The component makers halted output this weekContinue Reading
Why is Debian Called the Universal Operating System, Again?
2026-02-17
Debian’s official tagline is “Universal Operating System”. It’s more than just a tagline: it’s a deeper concept that underpins the very nature of Debian as a project., Read More From It’s FOSSContinue Reading
Gentoo Takes the First Step to Ditch Microsoft Copilot-Infested GitHub
2026-02-17
Wondering about the replacement? Gentoo is betting on Codeberg., Read More From It’s FOSSContinue Reading
KDE Plasma 6.6 is out – screenshot OCR, refresh rate fix + more
2026-02-17
KDE Plasma 6.6 is now available to download, adding text extraction to screenshots, per-app volume control in the taskbar and the ability to save custom themes. The update also introduces new components, including on-screen keyboard, login manager and OEM setup wizard. All are offered alternatives rather than replacements. This isContinue Reading
Chinese astronauts filmmusic video in space to celebrate Lunar New Year 2026
2026-02-17
Happy Lunar New Year 2026! China’s Shenzhou 21 crew rang in the Year of the Horse with an impressive celebration aboard the nation’s Tiangong Space Station this week. The three astronauts (or “taikonauts,” a term that borrows from the Mandarin word for space, (太空), or “taikong”) celebrated with a special feast, a party and traditionalContinue Reading