Category Archives: Resources & Culture

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ARGHouse Launches RUNE: New Sci-Fi ARG Chapters 3 & 4 Released

ARGHouse has released Chapters 3 and 4 of their immersive sci-fi ARG, RUNE, featuring retro computing aesthetics and complex cryptographic puzzles. Continue reading →

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A Look Inside a Decommissioned 1997 BBC Ceefax Generator

Discover the hardware secrets behind the BBC Ceefax system as we teardown a rare 1997 inserter unit, uncovering the custom ISA architecture that once powered analog teletext. Continue reading →

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Terence Tao Revives Retro Java Applets Using AI Agents

Fields Medalist Terence Tao successfully revived decades-old Java applets using AI agents, uncovering long-hidden bugs and modernizing his digital archive. Continue reading →

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Firefox Release Cadence Accelerates to Two-Week Schedule in 2026

Mozilla is shifting its browser strategy, adopting a new two-week Firefox release cadence starting September 2026 to improve security and feature delivery. Continue reading →

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WP-SHELLSTORM Campaign Exposed: How Hackers Left Their Infrastructure Wide Open

A massive WP-SHELLSTORM campaign targeting over 1.4 million websites has been exposed after hackers accidentally left their operational server unsecured, revealing their entire arsenal. Continue reading →

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NeurIPS Sparks Controversy Using Hidden Prompts to Catch AI Peer Review

NeurIPS organizers have implemented hidden prompt traps to detect researchers using AI peer review, sparking an intense debate about academic integrity and trust. Continue reading →

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Game Boy Astrophotography: Capturing Jupiter with the Mount Wilson Telescope

Discover how a 1998 console accessory was used for Game Boy astrophotography by mounting a modified camera to the historic 60-inch Mount Wilson telescope. Continue reading →

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Signal Official Chat Launches on iOS to Combat Phishing

Signal has rolled out its verified Signal official chat feature on iOS, providing users with a secure, authenticated channel to help prevent phishing attacks. Continue reading →

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Tailored Access Operations: NSA Revives Legendary Hacking Unit

The NSA has officially resurrected Tailored Access Operations, bringing developers and hackers back under one banner to accelerate offensive cyber capabilities. Continue reading →

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