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Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 23h

🚨 North Korean hackers are using Ethereum & BNB blockchains as "bulletproof" malware hosts—costing just $2 USD per attack while stealing $2B+ in crypto since 2025, per Google's new report.
https://biggo.com/news/202510181552_North-Korea-blockchain-malware-etherhiding

#Cybersecurity #Blockchain

Google Uncovers North Korean Hackers Using Blockchain as Unstoppable Malware Host

A captivating representation of blockchain technology illustrating its complexity and innovation, relevant to the analysis of state-sponsored cyber threats

A detailed flowchart showing the method of embedding malware in smart contracts, illustrating the EtherHiding technique used by hackers

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 1d

iPhone 18 Pro (2026) getting variable aperture camera—Apple's first physically adjustable lens system, partnering with Luxshare & Sunny Optical 📸
https://biggo.com/news/202510170953_iPhone-18-Pro-Variable-Aperture-Camera

#iPhone18Pro #VariableAperture

iPhone 18 Pro to Feature Breakthrough Variable Aperture Camera, Report Claims

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 1d

Sony's accusing Tencent of running a "shell game" to dodge liability for allegedly cloning Horizon—seeking injunction to block Light of Motiram's 2027 release 🎮⚖️
https://biggo.com/news/202510172053_Sony_Tencent_Horizon_Lawsuit

#SonyVsTencent #HorizonZeroDawn

Sony Seeks Court Injunction Against Tencent's "Horizon" Clone, Accuses Company of "Shell Game"

Visual comparison of characters from "Horizon Zero Dawn" and "Light of Motiram," highlighting the alleged copyright infringement

Character from "Light of Motiram," showcasing elements that have drawn comparisons to Sony's Horizon series

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 1d

The $1,000 Asus ROG Xbox Ally X delivers the highest handheld PC performance ever tested—whisper-quiet at 35W—but costs 2x the Lenovo Legion Go S. 🎮💰 Is premium ergonomics worth double? Full breakdown ⬇️
https://biggo.com/news/202510170835_Asus_ROG_Xbox_Ally_X_Review

#AsusROGAllyX #XboxAllyX

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X Review: Premium Power Meets Confusing Identity at USD 1,000

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming PC emphasizes a sleek design and ergonomic elements, reflecting its high-end gaming capabilities

The left side of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X showcases its ergonomic design, featuring various controls that enhance user comfort and gaming experience

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 1d

ASUS drops world's first 8K mini-LED monitor with 4,032 dimming zones, built-in auto-calibration, and 99% DCI-P3 coverage—ProArt PA32KCX redefines professional displays 🎨✨
https://biggo.com/news/202510161922_ASUS_ProArt_8K_Mini-LED_Monitor_Launch

#ProArtPA32KCX #ASUS8KMonitor

ASUS Unleashes ProArt PA32KCX: The World's First 8K Mini-LED Monitor for Creators

The ASUS ProArt monitor highlights a blend of modern design and advanced technology

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 2d

AI ethics
https://biggo.com/news/202510171452_OpenAI-Pauses-MLK-AI-Videos

#OpenAISora #AIethics

OpenAI Pauses AI Video Generation of Martin Luther King Jr. Following Estate Request

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 2d

Apple's iPhone Air sold out in China within 2 hours at $1,122 starting price—while US reception stays lukewarm 📱 Full launch details, eSIM breakthrough, and why Chinese consumers can't get enough in comments!
https://biggo.com/news/202510171322_iPhone_Air_Sells_Out_China_Launch

#iPhoneAir #iPhone17

Apple's iPhone Air Sells Out in China Hours After eSIM Launch

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 2d

AI content now dominates 55% of all online articles while OpenAI burns USD 14B yearly—are we witnessing the next dot-com bubble? 📊💸
https://biggo.com/news/202510170933_AI_Content_Flood_and_OpenAI_Financial_Concerns

#OpenAI #ArtificialIntelligence

AI Content Flood Hits 50% as OpenAI's Financial Engine Sputters

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Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 2d

Redmi's first-ever Pro Max targets $560+ premium segment with Snapdragon 8 Elite, 7,500mAh battery & periscope camera—full specs inside!
https://biggo.com/news/202510170903_Redmi_K90_Pro_Max_Launch_Details

#RedmiK90ProMax #Snapdragon8Elite

Redmi K90 Pro Max Breaks Cover with Bold Design and Premium Ambitions

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 2d

Breaking: OnePlus 15 debuts world's first 165Hz OLED display on Oct 27—but here's why they chose 1.5K over 2K resolution (the engineering reason will surprise you) 📱⚡
https://biggo.com/news/202510170653_OnePlus_15_Launch_Date_and_Specs

#OnePlus15 #OnePlusAce6

OnePlus 15 Launch Date Confirmed with Groundbreaking 165Hz Display

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 2d

🚨 Microsoft's Windows 11 AI push could force hundreds of millions of PCs into landfills—free Windows 10 security support just ended, leaving users choosing between cyberattacks or e-waste 💻♻️
https://biggo.com/news/202510170452_Windows_11_AI_Updates_Security_E-Waste

#Windows11 #Windows10

Microsoft's Windows 11 AI Push Creates Security and E-Waste Dilemma

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 2d

Samsung just launched Qi2 chargers ($34.99-$84.99) but here's the catch: their flagship Galaxy S25, Z Flip 7 & Z Fold 7 need separate magnetic cases to work—while Google Pixel 10 has native support 🤔
https://biggo.com/news/202510161333_Samsung_Qi2_Wireless_Chargers_Launch

#SamsungQi2 #GalaxyS25

Samsung's New Qi2 Chargers Arrive Before Its Phones Are Fully Compatible

The Galaxy S24 Ultra highlighted alongside potential Qi2 charging features

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 2d

Windows 10 dies Oct 2025—Commodore's FREE Linux OS offers 200+ games, zero tracking, and modernized BASIC coding. Full details inside! 👇
https://biggo.com/news/202510161732_Commodore_Linux_OS_Windows_10_Alternative

#CommodoreOS #Windows10

Commodore Launches Free Linux OS to Rescue Windows 10 Refugees

Commodore OS 30: A new alternative for users transitioning from Windows 10

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 2d

🚨 DDR4 RAM prices set to surge 20-30% through 2026 as AI data centers drain supply—industry veteran warns this shortage could last 4-10 years across ALL memory types. Full breakdown in comments 👇
https://biggo.com/news/202510161552_AI_Memory_Storage_Price_Increases

#DDR4 #DDR5

AI Data Centers Trigger Memory Crisis: DDR4 Prices to Surge 30% Through 2026

AI data centers are at the center of the demand for advanced memory and storage solutions

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 3d

Oppo Find X9 Pro packs a massive 7,500mAh battery + 200MP periscope camera—global launch Oct 28 in Barcelona, starting at $742 💪📸
https://biggo.com/news/202510161452_Oppo_Find_X9_Pro_Global_Launch

#OppoFindX9 #OppoFindX9ashtag/OppoFindX9Pro" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#OppoFindX9Pro

Oppo Find X9 Series Goes Global with Dimensity 9500 and Massive Batteries

The sleek design of the Oppo Find X9 Pro, emphasizing its flagship status as Oppo expands into the global market

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 3d

Oppo's Find X9 Pro just dropped with a mind-blowing 200MP Hasselblad telephoto, 7,500mAh battery (biggest in flagship class), and a DSLR-style teleconverter accessory—full specs breakdown in comments! 📸🔋
https://biggo.com/news/202510161313_Oppo_Find_X9_Pro_Launch

#OppoFindX9ashtag/OppoFindX9Pro" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#OppoFindX9Pro #OppoFindX9

Oppo Find X9 Pro Debuts with Revolutionary 200MP Hasselblad Telephoto and Massive 7,500mAh Battery

ColorOS 16 enhances the user experience for the Oppo Find X9 series

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 3d

Spotify's AI DJ now takes text requests in Spanish with DJ Livi—Premium users get personalized prompts across 60+ markets 🎵🤖
https://biggo.com/news/202510161123_Spotify_AI_DJ_Text_Requests_Spanish

#SpotifyAIDJ #SpotifyPremium

Spotify's AI DJ Now Takes Text Requests and Speaks Spanish

Spotify's AI DJ now accepts vocal song requests, enhancing the user experience for Premium subscribers

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 3d

Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge shipped only 1.31M units vs S25 Ultra's 12.18M—now 40% off at USD 689.99 (was USD 1,099.99) and S26 Edge is officially canceled 📉
https://biggo.com/news/202510161024_Samsung_Galaxy_S26_Edge_Cancelled

#GalaxyS25Edge #SamsungGalaxy

Samsung Reportedly Cancels Galaxy S26 Edge Following Disappointing S25 Edge Sales

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, a flagship smartphone that has struggled to compete in the market

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 3d

Sony WH-1000XM6: 30hr battery, 12 mics, foldable design, 7x more powerful chip—full specs & travel test inside 🎧✈️
https://biggo.com/news/202510152222_Sony_WH1000XM6_Headphones_Review

#SonyWH1000XM6 #WH1000XM6

Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones Redefine Travel Audio with Superior ANC and Foldable Design

A passenger enjoying a flight while wearing the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones, showcasing their travel-friendly design

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 3d

Intel's 2026 Crescent Island GPU: 160GB LPDDR5X memory challenges NVIDIA's HBM dominance with cost-efficient AI inference approach 🚀
https://biggo.com/news/202510151822_Intel_Crescent_Island_AI_Inference_GPU_Details

#CrescentIsland #IntelXe3P

Intel's Crescent Island GPU Targets AI Inference with 160GB LPDDR5X and Xe3P Architecture

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Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 3d

Threads just launched 50-person group chats + full EU rollout—but X still dominates with 256-person capacity. Full feature breakdown, privacy controls, and competitive analysis inside. 📊
https://biggo.com/news/202510151722_Threads-Group-Chats-EU-Expansion

#Threads #MetaThreads

Threads Expands Messaging with Group Chats and EU Rollout

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 3d

Marshall Emberton II drops to $94.99 (47% off) on Amazon—but independent testing reveals battery lasts just 9 hours vs advertised 30 hours 👀🔋
https://biggo.com/news/202510151533_Marshall-Emberton-II-Speaker-Deal

#MarshallEmbertonII #AmazonDeals

Marshall Emberton II Speaker Drops to $94.99 in Limited-Time Amazon Deal

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 4d

Apple's Vision Pro gets M5 chip upgrade: 10% sharper display, 120Hz refresh rate, 2.5hr battery life, but still $3,499 – is the performance boost worth the premium price? 🤔
https://biggo.com/news/202510151452_Apple_Vision_Pro_M5_Upgrade

#AppleVisionPro #M5Chip

Apple Vision Pro Upgraded with M5 Chip: Sharper Display, Better Battery, Same High Price

A user immersed in a virtual reality experience with the Apple Vision Pro headset, highlighting its innovative design and functionality

A user engaged with a virtual reality cityscape, showcasing the immersive experience offered by the Apple Vision Pro headset's new design

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Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 4d

Apple's M5 iPad Pro drops with 3.5x faster AI performance, Wi-Fi 7 hitting 46 Gbps, and 12GB RAM standard at USD 999—full specs breakdown inside! 📲⚡
https://biggo.com/news/202510151423_Apple_M5_iPad_Pro_Launch_Details

#M5iPadPro #iPadPro

Apple's M5 iPad Pro Arrives With Major AI Performance Boost and Wi-Fi 7

A professional using the iPad Pro for a video call, demonstrating its application in creative and educational contexts

Tech Insights @techinsights.bsky.social · 4d

Google Messages just rolled out Key Verifier using cryptographic keys + auto-blocking spam links—here's how these new security features protect you from phishing scams and deepfake fraud 🔐
https://biggo.com/news/202510151322_Google_Messages_Anti_Scam_Features

#GoogleMessages #CyberSecurity

Google Messages Fights Scammers with Key Verifier and Enhanced Link Protection

Empowering users to recognize scams in the digital age

Warning about potential scams in messages you receive