Final Fantasy iOS game shuts down over unfixable bug

Square Enix has shut down the iOS version of Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles and removed it from the App Store following an unfixable bug that blocked people from accessing content they had paid for. “The issue is due to changes made to the in-app purchases model,” Square Enix says in a post. “Further investigation revealed … Read more

Here’s What the Pros Don’t Tell You About Clean and Scalable Startup Code

According to a report by Startup Genome, a staggering 90% of startups fail. This sobering statistic shows the immense challenges of building a successful venture. ==But why is this happening?== For over 5 years, I’ve worked in a startup where I was the first developer. Acquaintances who’ve worked at multiple companies often ask if it … Read more

Want to Train ChatGPT on Your OWN Data? Here’s How to Do It

How to Train large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT on Private Data Using Azure AI Hub It has been observed that people become more proactive when they incorporate Generative AI into their day-to-day workflows. Generative AI enhances proactivity when utilized effectively. Its benefits extend not only to individuals but also to entire industries. There have … Read more

Crypto Scam Revenue From ‘Pig Butchering,’ AI Schemes Likely Grew in 2024, Chainalysis Reports

Crypto scammers may have pocketed as much as a record $12.4 billion last year fueled, in part, by growth of so-called pig-butchering schemes, blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis said. Fraudsters’ revenue from such schemes, in which they build up victims’ trust before convincing them to make fraudulent crypto investments and named after the practice of fattening … Read more

Cybercrooks Are Using Fake Job Listings to Steal Crypto

Written by MacPaw’s Moonlock Lab Team An ongoing cyber campaign is targeting job seekers with fake interview websites, tricking them into downloading a barebones yet highly effective backdoor. Unlike sophisticated malware that uses obfuscation techniques, this attack relies on simplicity—delivering source code alongside a Go binary, making it cross-platform. Even more concerning is its attempt … Read more

Alibaba confirms Apple deal bringing AI features to iPhones in China

Alibaba on Thursday confirmed recent reports of a partnership with Apple that’s set to bring AI features to iPhones sold in China. The deal is an important one for Apple, as iPhone sales have dropped precipitously in the world’s largest smartphone market. The handset experienced an 11% year-over-year drop in China, according to Apple’s most … Read more

How Hong Kong Can Seize the Mantle as Asia’s Crypto Hub

Which market offers the most favorable environment for virtual assets? This distinction remains highly contested, with various financial centers competing to become leading hubs for digital assets, aiming to attract innovation, investment and jobs. In Asia, two of the most prominent players in this space are Hong Kong and Singapore. Hong Kong’s regulatory environment will … Read more

Getting Started With Node.js Is Simpler Than You Think

Building the server side of an application, there are different programming languages to use, and one of them is JavaScript. Originally, JavaScript was built to focus on the client side of web applications. Later on, JavaScript became useful in server-side development. Some companies, to this day, use JavaScript for their server-side development. Introduction Node.js is … Read more

AI, Absurdity, and Learning Faster

Imagine a fox standing in the doorway on the roof of an English manor, gripping the frame with all its limbs as the strongest wind blows. Or picture a certain green ogre (you know who, but let’s dodge copyright paranoia) standing in front of an igloo, trying to weigh the sun against a one-pound weight, … Read more