Daniel Jones 
In a significant move for video game preservation, GOG, the prominent European digital game distribution platform, has announced its membership in the European Federation of Game Archives, Museums and Preservation Projects (EFGAMP). This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in bridging the gap between the private sector and cultural organizations dedicated to preserving gaming heritage across … Read more
In a historic leap for space exploration, NASA is gearing up for the launch of its first commercial robotic Moon mission. Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Mission 1, part of NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative and Artemis campaign, is scheduled to lift off on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. … Read more
The Free File Alliance, in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), has announced the early opening of the Free File program for the 2025 tax season. As of January 10, 2025, taxpayers with a 2024 adjusted gross income (AGI) of $84,000 or less can access free federal tax preparation and e-filing software at www.IRS.gov/FreeFile. … Read more
DomainTools, a leading provider of domain and DNS-based cyber threat intelligence, has announced the creation of a new research division called DomainTools Investigations (DTI). This initiative aims to bolster the cybersecurity community’s defenses against domain and DNS-based attacks through comprehensive research and analysis. The new unit will leverage DomainTools’ vast database of active and passive … Read more
North Korea-affiliated hacking groups were responsible for a staggering 61% of all crypto assets stolen in 2024, according to a new report by Chainalysis. The total value of cryptocurrency theft rose by 21% to $2.2 billion this year, with North Korean hackers accounting for $1.34 billion of that sum across 47 separate incidents. The report … Read more
Bluesky, the decentralized social media platform, has announced several new features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience and customization options. One of the key additions in this update is a new “Mentions” tab in the Notifications screen. This feature allows users to more easily keep track of replies and conversations, improving engagement and interaction … Read more
In an interesting move, OpenAI has announced that ChatGPT is now available via traditional landline phones and WhatsApp. This expansion aims to make AI technology more accessible to a wider range of users, including those without smartphones or internet access. ChatGPT on Landlines Users in the United States can now dial 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478) to interact … Read more
In response to a significant cybersecurity threat, the U.S. government has issued urgent guidance for senior government officials and politicians to abandon traditional phone calls and text messages in favor of more secure communication methods. This directive comes in the wake of major intrusions into American telecommunications companies, allegedly carried out by Chinese hackers. On … Read more
