Termite ransomware breaches linked to ClickFix CastleRAT attacks

Ransomware threat actors tracked as Velvet Tempest are using the ClickFix technique and legitimate Windows utilities to deploy the DonutLoader malware and the CastleRAT backdoor.
eWeek

GPT-5.4 Clicks, Types, and Probably Outperforms You

Hillman highlights Teradata’s interoperability with AWS, Python-in-SQL, minimal data movement, open table formats, feature ...

OpenAI’s new flagship GPT model is made for AI agents

GPT-5.4 is out now on ChatGPT (where it goes by the name GPT-5.4 Thinking) as well as on the OpenAI API and OpenAI’s coding ...

If you’re into AI coding, OpenAI just puts its Codex on Windows

OpenAI has launched its Codex app on Windows, bringing a native AI coding assistant with project management, automations, and WSL support for developers.

Forget 'debloat apps.' Sophia Script gives you real control over Windows 11. Here's how it works.

The Sophia Script is an open-source PowerShell module designed to debloat and fine-tune Windows 11 (and Windows 10). It is ...

PowerToys Command Palette is already better than Windows Search — the gap is about to widen

PowerToys also includes a utility called Command Palette, which will look familiar to anyone who has used PowerToys Run (or macOS Spotlight). Command Palette is also a launcher utility that can search ...
Slate

People Are Doing Something Strange and Illegal With the Epstein Files

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. On Thursday, the Department of Justice ...
InfoQ

Daggr Introduced as an Open-Source Python Library for Inspectable AI Workflows

A monthly overview of things you need to know as an architect or aspiring architect. Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with ...
Bloomberg L.P.

Klobuchar Files Paperwork to Explore Minnesota Governor Run

Senator Amy Klobuchar has filed paperwork to explore a run for Minnesota governor just weeks after fellow Democrat Tim Walz announced he would not seek another term, people close to the senator said.
Game Rant

ARC Raiders: How to Unlock Raider's Refuge Cellar (All Button Locations)

Ayyoun is a staff writer who loves all things gaming and tech. His journey into the realm of gaming began with a PlayStation 1 but he chose PC as his platform of choice. With over 6 years of ...
KTVZ

Mt. Bachelor to open Alpenglow today, conditions permitting

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Mt. Bachelor announced it plans to start spinning Alpenglow today, December 29th. Here's a look at the resort's snow stake from Monday morning at 7:40 a.m.: Mt. Bachelor snow ...
Bloomberg L.P.

Lease-to-Own Firm FlexShopper Files Bankruptcy After Firing CEO

FlexShopper Inc., a publicly traded provider of lease-to-own financing for appliances, electronics and other consumer products, filed for bankruptcy months after firing its chief executive officer ...