Tech Talk Thursdays

Tech Talk Thursdays Episode #21 (03/18/2021)

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Tech

  • Cheaper, Ad-Supported HBO Max Subscription Launching in June
  • Hackers hack at unhackable new chip for three months. Chip remains unhacked
  • Nvidia's cryptocurrency mining limiter has been cracked, but it's not quite a farming frenzy yet
  • AMD refuses to limit cryptocurrency mining: 'we will not be blocking any workload'
  • White hat hacker investigation casts even more doubt on SMS-based 2FA methods
  • App Privacy Study Looks at Most 'Invasive' Apps Collecting User Data
  • Hackers used compromised websites to infect iOS and other operating systems

    • Gaming

    • Rockstar thanks GTA Online player who fixed poor load times, official update coming
    • GTA Online's load time patch is here, and it works
    • Activision Blizzard lays off 50 esports staff as it prepares for a future without in-person events
    • Investors Fight Back Against Latest Wave Of Activision Blizzard Layoffs, Call CEO's Salary Into Question
    • Xbox adds option to increase download speeds by suspending game
    • Next-gen VR on PS5: the new controller
    • EVO 2021 confirmed as an online tournament under new Sony co-ownership
    • Introducing Haven, a new Montreal-based independent studio
    • Nvidia doubles the price of GeForce Now membership

      • Streaming

      • Twitch is making it easier for streamers to deal with copyright claims
      • DMCA & Copyright FAQs

        • Software/Hardware Updates

        • Latest Nvidia driver fixes Fortnite, Rocket League, and Red Dead Redemption bugs

          • Deals

          • Grab a Stadia Premiere Edition for just $70 ($30 off) It could be your last chance to get a Chromecast Ultra
          • Octopath Traveler, Yakuza 6: The Song of Life, Empire of Sin, more coming to Xbox Game Pass
          • EA Play is coming to Xbox Game Pass PC March 18
          • Play at Home 2021 update: 10 free games to download this Spring
          • The Fall is free on the Epic Games Store, Creature in the Well is next


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