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Google is suing the BadBox 2.0 botnet group

Google has filed a lawsuit against the operators of a what is believed to be the largest smart TV botnet in the world — BadBox 2.0. The company said in its complaint that this China-based botnet had compromised more than 10 million uncertified devices — including TV streaming boxes, tablets and projectors. Google said that cybercriminals pre-installed malware or used malicious apps to download malware on hardware that was running open-source Android software. These compromised devices were then

Google sues to disrupt BadBox 2.0 botnet infecting 10 million devices

Google has filed a lawsuit against the anonymous operators of the Android BadBox 2.0 malware botnet, accusing them of running a global ad fraud scheme against the company's advertising platforms. The BadBox 2.0 malware botnet is a cybercrime operation that utilizes infected Android Open Source Project (AOSP) devices, including smart TVs, streaming boxes, and other connected devices that lack security protections, such as Google Play Protect. These devices become infected either by threat actor

Starlink Just Rolled Out a $15-Per-Month Plan in New York, but You’ll Have to Qualify to Sign Up

Starlink has brought high-speed internet to millions of rural Americans for the first time. It’s also one of the most expensive internet service providers in the country. So, how is it available in New York for just $15 a month? If Starlink wants to sell internet in the state, it doesn’t have a choice. That’s thanks to the Affordable Broadband Act, a New York state law passed in January. Customers will still have to pay for $349 upfront, however, which will likely be an insurmountable cost for

Marshall's first soundbar rocks as a mainstream alternative - Here's my take

ZDNET's key takeaways The Marshall Heston 120 is a one-box soundbar (no rear speakers or sub included) that retails for $999. This soundbar delivers a fresh design and plenty of bass, audio features, and connectivity ports. For a first-generation product, it retails for as much as its well-established, acclaimed rivals. View now at Marshall The Marshall Heston 120 soundbar is currently out of stock on Marshall's website, and there are no other retailers. According to Marshall, it will be rest

KDB-X: KX releases FREE Commercial KDB license

This is it ladies and gentleman! The moment we’ve all been waiting for! KX just dropped the long-promised Community Edition, and IT'S FREE. Yes!!, you read that right: it's free. Not for a week. Not for personal use only. Free to use, even commercially. Holy cow, this honestly feels like Christmas came early this year. If you're wondering what all the hype is about and why I'm so excited about this breaking news, keep reading, you don't want to miss this. First thing first, let's start with the

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I recommend this Amazon Fire TV soundbar to most people - here's why

ZDNET's key takeaways The Fire TV Soundbar Plus is perfect for those who want an affordable plug-and-play solution, available now for $250 standalone or $490 for the bundle. Bass is impressive (especially with the subwoofer), and the dialogue enhancement feature is helpful for clarity. It lacks built-in Wi-Fi streaming, smart features, or Alexa integration, connects with Bluetooth, and doesn't have a companion app. View now at Amazon Amazon showcased its Fire TV Soundbar Plus at CES 2025, and

ParadeDB takes on Elasticsearch as interest in Postgres explodes amid AI boom

Open source database management system Postgres is nearly 40 years old, but has recently started seeing explosive demand due to being very well-suited for AI applications. Despite this rise in popularity, search and analytics functionality remain limited. ParadeDB is changing that. ParadeDB is an open source Postgres extension that facilitates full-text search and analytics directly in Postgres without users needing to transfer data to a separate source. The platform integrates with other data

The Fourth Wave: How Speedballing Is Creating a New Kind of Drug Crisis

Speedballing—the practice of combining a stimulant like cocaine or methamphetamine with an opioid such as heroin or fentanyl—has evolved from a niche subculture to a widespread public health crisis. The practice stems from the early 1900s, when World War I soldiers were often treated with a combination of cocaine and morphine. Once associated with high-profile figures like John Belushi, River Phoenix and Chris Farley, this dangerous polysubstance use has become a leading cause of overdose death

Futureproof Fiber Gives Homeowners an Edge, but Access Isn't Always Fair

We live in a fast-evolving digital age, making a high-speed internet connection as essential as running water and electricity. But a lack of affordable internet options perpetuates what is known as the broadband divide -- the gap that divides those who can or can't digitally connect in meaningful ways. A lesser-known discussion point around the broadband divide goes beyond a lack of internet access. Lack of fast internet -- fiber internet, specifically -- negatively affects home values, hurting

dbrand finally has a fix for its Switch 2 Killswitch Joy-Con detachment problem

Oliver Cragg / Android Authority TL;DR dbrand has found a solution for the Joy-Con detachment issue affecting its Switch 2 Killswitch case. Next week, the company plans to share a production schedule that outlines when you can claim your free replacement. The company also plans to send out silicone friction pads, which should make it easier to remove the console from the Dock Adapter with one hand. Earlier this year, reports began popping up about an issue with dbrand’s Killswitch case for t

I tested Samsung's flagship soundbar, and it easily competes with my Sonos Arc Ultra

ZDNET's key takeaways The Samsung HW-Q990F home entertainment system is on sale on Amazon for $1,347, including a soundbar, external subwoofer, and two rear speakers. The Q990F is packed with software features, plenty of audio modes, and delivers big, room-filling sound. However, there aren't many substantial upgrades over last year's model, leaving no urgency to upgrade. $1,497.99 at Amazon $1,599.99 at Samsung $1,497.99 at Walmart more buying choices For a limited time, the HW-Q990F soundba

I recommend this soundbar if you want deeply immersive sound - and it's on sale at Amazon

ZDNET's key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is optimized for the company's OLED TVs with immersive audio features. The LGS95TR may be expensive, but the high-quality audio is easily worth the price. The soundbar has many features, but some of the best ones require a newer LG TV model. View now at Best Buy View now at Amazon more buying choices During Amazon Prime Day, the LG S95TR soundbar setup is on sale for $997. Other cheaper options are available too. It's been a

LLM Inference Handbook

On this page Introduction LLM Inference in Production is your technical glossary, guidebook, and reference - all in one. It covers everything you need to know about LLM inference, from core concepts and performance metrics (e.g., Time to First Token and Tokens per Second), to optimization techniques (e.g., continuous batching and prefix caching) and operation best practices. Practical guidance for deploying, scaling, and operating LLMs in production. Focus on what truly matters, not edge cas

You Can Now Get Starlink for $15-Per-Month in New York, but There’s a Catch

Starlink has brought high-speed internet to millions of rural Americans for the first time. It’s also one of the most expensive internet service providers in the country. So, how is it available in New York for just $15 a month? If it wants to sell internet in the state, it doesn’t have a choice. That’s thanks to the Affordable Broadband Act, a New York state law passed in January. The law says that major ISPs (those serving 20,000 households or more) operating in New York must offer plans sta

Dbrand says its new Switch 2 Joy-Con grips fix the detachment issue

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. After recently admitting that it had a “spectacularly terrible response” to Joy-Con grip detachment complaints with its Killswitch Nintendo Switch 2 case, Dbrand has some good news: it says its redesigned Joy-Con grips fix the issue and the company will be able to mass produce them. Dbrand had already promised it would be replacing the grips for everyone, and now we know that

Samsung HW-QS700F soundbar review: Sophisticated design, automatic adjustments

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . It’s nice to see Samsung offer something new for 2025. For the last few years, the company has been updating existing designs for its annual refreshes , especially its most premium soundbar, the Q990 . I was pleasantly surprised to see something entirely new when the company debuted th

Analyzing database trends through 1.8M Hacker News headlines

How the analysis was done I used camelAI with a ClickHouse database of every HN story to do all analysis. You can use it for free with no login here to explore the data interactively yourself. 18 years • 1.8 million headlines • 13 database engines Hacker News is a real-time barometer of developer excitement. I mined every story title from February 2007 to June 2025 and asked three questions: How has headline volume for each database changed over time? Which engines are accelerating the fast

Analyzing Database Trends Through 1.8M Hacker News Headlines

How the analysis was done I used camelAI with a ClickHouse database of every HN story to do all analysis. You can use it for free with no login here to explore the data interactively yourself. 18 years • 1.8 million headlines • 13 database engines Hacker News is a real-time barometer of developer excitement. I mined every story title from February 2007 to June 2025 and asked three questions: How has headline volume for each database changed over time? Which engines are accelerating the fast

Pick up the Amazon Fire TV Soundbar at an all-time low price with Prime savings

Amazon Prime Day is hitting its stride with incredible discounts on popular tech products. If you’re looking to enhance your home audio setup, this year’s deals include an enticing offer on the Amazon Fire TV Soundbar. It’s now available for $84.99, down from its standard price of $119.99. This offers you a 29% discount, and the best offer we’ve ever tracked on the home entertainment addition. Amazon Fire TV Soundbar for $84.99 (29% off) This soundbar is a 3.1-channel audio device featuring sup

Prime Day Soundbar Deal Alert: Sony Bravia Theater System 6

Sony's soundbar lineup for 2025 zigged while most other brands zagged, and the result was one of my favorite all-in-one surround sound systems you can buy. The wild and wonderful Bravia Theater System 6 is a different kind of surround system that borrows from the past while keeping a keen eye on the future of your home theater room. It's on sale for a killer deal during Prime Day, a rarity for Sony that's worth jumping on for anyone looking for cinematic thrills. This is one of the best Prime Da

The best soundbars to boost your TV audio in 2025

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . The best soundbars can completely transform your TV setup, turning flat, lifeless audio into something that actually sounds cinematic. Whether you're watching blockbuster movies, listening to music or gaming, a good soundbar delivers clearer vocals, deep bass and better overall playbac

Bose Is Going Nuts, Its TV Soundbar Hits a New All-Time Low for Prime Day

Bose has been a name in the household for decades and it is well known for its speakers and headphones. Some forget, though, that Bose is just as good at home audio as it is at headphones and travel speakers. The best example of this is the Bose TV speaker which offers an easy but effective solution for those who want to get a better sound out of their TV. As part of Prime Day, this soundbar is exclusively for Prime members at a brand-new all-time low price of $199, from its usual $279. See at

This Prime Day Deal Knocking $450 Off the JBL Bar 9.1 Soundbar System Is Coming Through Loud and Clear

Sometimes we say that the biggest and best Prime Day deal have to be seen to be believed, but this is one that has to be heard to be believed. JBL’s Bar 9.1 soundbar system , a wireless setup that delivers amazing cinema-quality surround sound, is just $750 for Prime Day, a huge 37% price break from its regular price of $1,200. You can add to the already impressive $450 savings you get during this hot Prime Day deal all of the hundreds of dollars you won’t be paying someone to either wire your

KEF Xio Review: So Good, So Expensive

There’s a level of confidence you have to admire in a brand entering a new market and out-pricing almost every single one of its competitors, straight from the off. That certainly appears to be KEF’s strategy with its very first soundbar, the KEF Xio—an all-in-one Atmos soundbar that will set you back a cool $2,500 (£2,000.) Of course, there’s the obvious: that’s enough to buy yourself a pretty decent surround sound package, with a performance that any soundbar will struggle to match. But if yo

I extracted the safety filters from Apple Intelligence models

Decrypted Generative Model safety files for Apple Intelligence containing filters Structure decrypted_overrides/ : Contains decrypted overrides for various models. com.apple.*/ : Directory named using the Asset Specifier assosciated with the safety info Info.plist : Contains metadata for the override AssetData/ : Contains the decrypted JSON files : Contains decrypted overrides for various models. get_key_lldb.py : Script to get the encryption key (see usage info below) : Script to get the en

Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus Is 40% Off, Now at a New All-Time Low Price for Prime Members

Prime Day is a unique even, and it offers the biggest savings you’ll find on Amazon all year—beating even Black Friday. Just a few days ago, the buzz was all about Amazon dropping the price of its Fire TV Soundbar Plus to $174 which was already a record low. Now, as Prime Day kicks off, the price has dropped even further to $149, a level never seen before. This is a Prime Deal so it’s only available to Prime members. If you’re not a member yet, you can join the free 30-day trial and receive this

I compared my Sonos Arc Ultra with Samsung's flagship soundbar, and it's pretty dang close

ZDNET's key takeaways The Samsung HW-Q990F home entertainment system is available for $2,000, including a soundbar, external subwoofer, and two rear speakers. The Q990F is packed with software features, plenty of audio modes, and delivers big, room-filling sound. There aren't many substantial upgrades over last year's model, leaving no urgency to upgrade. $1,597.99 at Amazon $1,599.99 at Samsung $1,597.99 at Walmart more buying choices For a limited time, Samsung is selling the HW-Q990F sound

How to Choose the Right Soundbar (2025): Size, Price, Surround Sound, and Subwoofers

if you've just bought a fancy new TV, you may be surprised to find it sounds just as bad as your old one (or worse). Even the best TVs we've tested need a hand to provide sound that keeps up with their fantastic displays. But it can be tough knowing where to start when it comes to upgrading your TV audio. Never fear, intrepid buyer: The easiest and most affordable solution is to just get a soundbar. Modern soundbars come in all shapes, sizes, and prices. Here, we've made a checklist of sorts to

MindsDB (YC W20) is hiring an AI solutions engineer

ABOUT US MindsDB is a fast-growing AI startup headquartered in San Francisco, California. MindsDB is an AI Analytics solution that connects to diverse data sources and applications then unifies structured and unstructured data, at petabyte scale. Powered by an industry-first cognitive engine that can operate anywhere (on-prem, VPC, serverless), it empowers both humans and AI with highly informed decision-making capabilities. MindsDB was founded in 2017 by Adam Carrigan and Jorge Torres, inspir

MindsDB (YC W20) Is Hiring for an AI Solutions Engineer

ABOUT US MindsDB is a fast-growing AI startup headquartered in San Francisco, California. MindsDB is an AI Analytics solution that connects to diverse data sources and applications then unifies structured and unstructured data, at petabyte scale. Powered by an industry-first cognitive engine that can operate anywhere (on-prem, VPC, serverless), it empowers both humans and AI with highly informed decision-making capabilities. MindsDB was founded in 2017 by Adam Carrigan and Jorge Torres, inspir