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Sony unlocks regional restrictions for some PC games in more than 100 countries

It turns out that region-locking your games makes it harder to sell more copies. First discovered by Wario64, Sony has lifted regional restrictions for several of its titles that are available to play on PC through Steam. Sony hasn't officially announced the removal of these region locks, nor the reason why, but God of War Ragnarok, The Last of Us Part II Remastered, Spider-Man 2, and the hit co-op shooter Helldivers 2 can be purchased once again in 177 countries that were previously prohibited,

Over 46,000 Grafana instances exposed to account takeover bug

More than 46,000 internet-facing Grafana instances remain unpatched and exposed to a client-side open redirect vulnerability that allows executing a malicious plugin and account takeover. The flaw is tracked as CVE-2025-4123 and impacts multiple versions of the open-source platform used for monitoring and visualizing infrastructure and application metrics. The vulnerability was discovered by bug bounty hunter Alvaro Balada and was addressed in security updates that Grafana Labs released on May

Finally, a Windows laptop I wouldn't mind putting my MacBook Air away for

ZDNET's key takeaways The Asus Zenbook A14 with 16GB of memory is on sale at Best Buy for $749. Asus' new ultraportable is a fantastic balance of innovation and value with a brilliant OLED display, competitive hardware, and a satisfying physical form. While its use case is clearly defined, the laptop has its limits when it comes to high-end performance. View now at Best Buy When Asus officially announced the Zenbook A14 at CES this year, I wasn't the only one to be low-key enamored with it. I

I tested this affordable Garmin sports watch, and it shouldn't be this good for the price

ZDNET's key takeaways The Garmin Forerunner 165 is typically available for $249, with the Music model priced at $299. The watch is small and lightweight, has a vibrant AMOLED display, 19 hours of GPS battery life, and features extensive support for running. I just wish there were more sports modes. $199.99 at Garmin $191.99 at Amazon $199.99 at Crutchfield more buying choices For a limited time, Amazon has discounted the Garmin Forerunner 165 down to just $191 ($59 off), making the already af

Foundations of Computer Vision

Foundations of Computer Vision Preface Dedicated to all the pixels. About this Book This book covers foundational topics within computer vision, with an image processing and machine learning perspective. We want to build the reader’s intuition and so we include many visualizations. The audience is undergraduate and graduate students who are entering the field, but we hope experienced practitioners will find the book valuable as well. Our initial goal was to write a large book that provided a g

How easy is it for a developer to "sandbox" a program?

# source code sandboxing Sandboxing is when a developer limits available system resources to a program from within its own source code. A classic example is calling chroot(2) to change the root file-system to an empty directory so that the program cannot scribble into the root file-system. int main(void) { /* Program has full file-system access. */ chroot("/var/empty"); chdir("/"); /* File-system root re-rooted in /var/empty. */ int fd = open("/etc/passwd", O_RDONLY); /* Tried to open /var/empty

Childhood leukemia: how a deadly cancer became treatable

Childhood leukemia: how a deadly cancer became treatable Before the 1970s, most children affected by leukemia would quickly die from it. Now, most children in rich countries are cured. In the past, when I’d hear the words childhood leukemia, I’d picture a young child who suddenly became seriously ill, and whose parents were told their child had only a few years to live. I’d wonder how a child might grasp the idea of limited time, or how painful it must have been to face the possibility of miss

How to modify Starlink Mini to run without the built-in WiFi router

The Starlink Mini terminal is designed as a compact, all-in-one solution with an integrated Wi-Fi router. While this design is ideal for typical consumer use, certain applications—such as custom networking setups, embedded installations, or power-constrained environments—may benefit from removing the internal router entirely. In this article, I’ll detail the process of physically removing the built-in Wi-Fi router board from the Starlink Mini, allowing the terminal to operate solely via Ethernet

Red Hat Linux in 1998 (2009)

GNOME and Red Hat Linux Eleven Years Ago By Oscar Laycock Four years ago, I switched on an old PC and found a seven year old (at that time) copy of Linux on it. I still use parts of the 1998 Red Hat Linux, today. Red Hat Linux in 1998 My copy of Red Hat Linux is 5.1, codenamed "Manhattan". It was released on May 22, 1998. The first Red Hat Linux 1.0 was released on November 3, 1994. Finally, Red Hat Linux merged with Fedora on 22 September 2003, when Red Hat started Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

Edi Gathegi Hopes Being Mr. Terrific Redeems His Short ‘X-Men’ Role

There’s a lot of superpowered characters in Superman, and one of the most notable is Michael Holt, aka Mr. Terrific. It isn’t just that this is his first time on the big screen, it’s also the matter of who’s playing him: Edi Gathegi, who many likely remember as Darwin from X-Men: First Class, aka the mutant who died despite having the power to evolve and adapt to anything. Sooner or later, conversations about First Class remind you how dumb his death was, and Gathegi seems to agree. Talking to

Best Internet Providers in Cape Coral, Florida

What is the best internet provider in Cape Coral? CNET's top pick for the best internet service provider in Cape Coral is Quantum Fiber thanks to its fast symmetrical speeds and unlimited data. While it may not be available everywhere in the city, it's the top choice where coverage allows. If Quantum Fiber is not available at your address, Xfinity, T-Mobile and Verizon are all reliable alternatives worth considering. For the best balance of price and performance, Xfinity’s $40 plan offers up t

Best Internet Providers in Fort Myers, Florida

What is the best internet provider in Fort Myers? CNET recommends Xfinity as the best internet provider for most people in Fort Myers, thanks to its wide coverage, consistent performance and affordable pricing. Whether you’re streaming, working remotely or gaming online, Xfinity’s plans offer solid value across the board. Starting at just $40 per month, you can get download speeds up to 400Mbps, making it a strong choice for everyday use. If you need a little more bandwidth, the 600Mbps plan at

What Is Raspberry Pi and How Can I Use It for My Home Internet?

A Raspberry Pi computer can do a little of everything, including keeping you occupied if you need a new project (or distraction). This teeny-tiny computer not only clocks in at a low price, but could potentially help you trim costs by becoming a DIY router. Saving money is appealing: A recent CNET survey showed that internet costs spiked for 63% of US adults last year. When our budgets are tight, having a device that can cover the gamut is appealing, from hosting your home internet to providing

Best Internet Providers in Austin, Texas

What is the best internet provider in Austin? CNET ranks Spectrum as the best internet service provider in Austin for its wide coverage, no data caps and no contracts. That said, Spectrum isn't available everywhere. If you fall outside Spectrum's coverage area, T-Mobile Home Internet and Google Fiber are two strong alternatives. For budget-conscious households, Astound Broadband offers a standout deal with its 300Mbps plan for just $30 a month, with no contracts or equipment fees. And if speed

This AI Theory Is Sweeping the Internet. Here's What You Need to Know

This wild theory about the Internet is circulating again, and it all has to do with Shrimp Jesus. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, it’s the infamous AI-generated Facebook image of Shrimp Jesus and other variations floating around the internet. That image first surfaced in March 2024 and appeared to be a meme at first glance. However, Shrimp Jesus was the jumping-off point for Facebook AI art slop. These consist of newly AI-generated memes sweeping the internet, such as the Challah Horse

Cozy Horror Game Grave Seasons Is Stardew Valley Plagued by a Serial Killer

At Summer Game Fest, I tried a game that was bold enough to ask: Why doesn't Stardew Valley have more murder? Grave Seasons, due out next year, is a cozy farming sim with a morbid edge: It's about all the friends (and romantic partners) you make along the bloody way to stopping a serial killer. A little bit into the short demo of Grave Seasons, I took to the fields to clean up the run-down farm I'd broken into and decided to adopt, only to find a severed hand. It's fitting for an indie title pu

Best Internet Providers in Charlotte, North Carolina

What is the best internet provider in Charlotte? Budget and speed are important factors in your search for a new internet service provider but availability can be just as crucial. Thankfully, Charlotte has plentiful coverage from a variety of providers, from fiber to cable to wireless. AT&T Fiber is CNET's pick for the best internet provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. You get a decent variety of plans that start at just $55 a month and go up to $245 per month for the 5-gig plan. However, AT

The 34 Absolute Best Shows to Watch on Prime Video

Reached the end of a binge and ready for something new? Prime Video may offer your next small-screen fixation. Amazon's streaming service is the place to visit for can't-miss originals like The Boys and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. With new shows premiering frequently, such as the postapocalyptic drama Fallout, you can choose a fresh release or start a series you've had on the back burner. Note that Prime Video is now ad-supported and charges an extra fee to remove commercials. Read on for this

Companies may soon pay a fee for their rockets to share the skies with airplanes

The Federal Aviation Administration may soon levy fees on companies seeking launch and reentry licenses, a new tack in the push to give the agency the resources it needs to keep up with the rapidly growing commercial space industry. The text of a budget reconciliation bill released by Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) last week calls for the FAA's Office of Commercial Space Transportation, known as AST, to begin charging licensing fees to space companies next year. The fees would phase in over eight year

Would you switch browsers for a chatbot?

is editor-at-large and Vergecast co-host with over a decade of experience covering consumer tech. Previously, at Protocol, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired. Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 87, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, happy It’s Officially Too Hot Now Week, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) I also have for you a much-awaited new browser, a surprise update to a great photo editor, a neat

How to build the best keyboard in the world

The term “endgame,” among keyboard enthusiasts, is sort of a running gag. Endgame is when you finally dial in your perfect layout, case, features, switches, and keycaps, so you can stop noodling around with parts and get on with whatever it is you actually use the keyboard for — work, presumably. Then a few months later you see something shiny and start over. In the search for endgame, most of us have to compromise somewhere — usually time or money. Sometimes the thing you’re looking for just d

Norbauer Seneca review: a $3,600 luxury keyboard for the keyboard obsessed

Some people can tell great wine from okay wine. They go on wine tastings, take wine tours. They tend to spend more money on wine than most. I am not one of those people. I can tell wine from vinegar if you show me the bottle. I am just a little bit obsessed with keyboards, though. I have spent the past couple of months typing on the Seneca, a fully custom capacitive keyboard that starts at $3,600 and might be the best computer keyboard ever built. I’ve also made a bunch of other people type on

AI is disrupting the advertising business in a big way — industry leaders explain how

In this article PUB-FR WPP-GB Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT An AI assistant on display at Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona. Angel Garcia | Bloomberg | Getty Images Artificial intelligence is shaking up the advertising business and "unnerving" investors, one industry leader told CNBC. "I think this AI disruption ... unnerving investors in every industry, and it's totally disrupting our business," Mark Read, the outgoing CEO of British advertising group WPP , told CNBC'

Bioengineered Tooth Implant That Grows Into Gum, Fuses With Nerves Performing Well in Animal Tests

Image by Jenna Schad / Tufts Developments Researchers have successfully implanted a bioengineered tooth implant — that "grows" into the gum and fuses with existing nerves — into the mouths of rats. In a new paper published in the journal Scientific Reports, dental researchers from Tufts University detail their successful rodent experiments with the unique implant, which is coated in stem cells, special proteins, and memory foam-esque nanofibers that expand and integrate with the body's own ner

I set up a bird camera in my backyard, and it captured things I'd never seen before

ZDNET's key takeaways The Bird Buddy is available for $199. This bird feeder has a camera that takes beautiful pictures, is easy to set up, and features bird identification. It does require recharging once a week unless you have the solar option, needs to be within Wi-Fi range, and can miss some bird visitors. View now at Amazon View now at Mybirdbuddy more buying choices The bird feeders in my yard have always been an attraction for those watching from the couch, especially during the pandem

Meta-analysis of three different notions of software complexity

A meta-analysis of three different notions of software complexity I want to discuss three different notions of software complexity: Rich Hickey’s notion of complexity, as explained in his talk Simple Made Easy. John Ousterhout’s notion of complexity, as explained in his book A Philosophy of Software Design. Zach Tellman’s notion of complexity, as explained in his newsletter Explaining Software Design. I’ve picked these three because I’ve found them to be at least somewhat coherent, and the

CI/CD Observability with OpenTelemetry Step by Step Guide

In the fast-paced world of CI/CD, understanding the performance and behaviour of your pipelines is crucial. GitHub Actions has become a popular choice for automating builds and deployments, but anyone who's debugged a flaky workflow or long-running job knows how challenging it can be to get visibility into what's happening under the hood. We usually rely on build logs, timing data, or guesswork when something goes wrong. Wouldn't it be nice to trace a pipeline run step-by-step, or have metrics o

Kitchen Feeling Like a Sauna? 8 Ways to Stay Cool While Cooking This Summer

We're barely into June, but July-like weather has descended on parts of the country, including the Northeast, where 90-plus temperatures are expected. But you've still got to eat -- and cook -- which means hot kitchens that can cause a domino effect, raising the temperature in the entire home. Read more: Best Foods for Staying Hydrated During Hot Weather Using appliances that don't produce as much heat and planning your meals so that cooking doesn't coincide with the hottest part of the day a

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ third season falls short of its second

This is a spoiler-free preview of the first five episodes of season three. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds ended its second season with arguably the single strongest run of any streaming-era Trek. The show was made with such confidence in all departments that if there were flaws, you weren’t interested in looking for them. Since then, it’s gone from being the best modern Trek, to being the only modern Trek. Unfortunately, at the moment it needs to be the standard bearer for the show, it’s become

Flies grow their gyroscopes: Study reveals how flight stabilizers take shape

This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Electron microscopy image showing a haltere developed under normal conditions (left) and a deformed haltere in a genetically modified fruit fly model (right). Credit: Instituto de Neurociencias UMH CSIC A team from the Institute for Neurosciences (IN), a joint center of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) a