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Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Forgotten Saga launches for free in August The roguelite Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Forgotten Saga DLC is looking great, as Ubisoft shows off more of the new mode coming as a free update on August 2. Continue Reading . . . https://www.pcgamesn.com/assassins-creed-valhalla/forgotten-saga-dlc-release-date

Millions of Android devices infected with wallet-draining malware Researchers have discovered another batch of seemingly innocent Android apps that are actually designed to push malware onto the endpoints (opens in new tab), and rake up expenses to the unsuspecting victims. Continue Reading . . . https://www.techradar.com/news/millions-of-android-devices-infected-with-wallet-draining-malware

Joe Biden’s new plan: solar power for everyone, not just the rich The Biden administration has new plans to get lower-income households hooked up to solar energy. Continue Reading . . . https://www.theverge.com/2022/7/27/23280446/community-solar-power-biden-energy-bills-clean-electricity

Google, like Amazon, will let police see your video without a warrant If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Arlo, Apple, Wyze, and Anker, owner of Eufy, all confirmed to CNET that they won’t give authorities access to your smart home camera’s footage unless they’re shown a warrant or court order. Continue Reading . . . https://www.theverge.com/2022/7/26/23279562/arlo-apple-wyze-eufy-google-ring-security-camera-foortage-warrant

Anti-vax dating site exposed data for 3,500 users through ‘debug mode’ bug Unsurprisingly, it seems like the type of people who shun vaccinations are not great at preventative cybersecurity either. Continue Reading . . . https://www.theverge.com/2022/7/25/23277788/unjected-anti-vax-dating-debug-mode-data-covid

GM secures $2.5 billion government loan to build EV battery factories The Energy Department's Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Program (ATVMP) hasn't offered a loan to an electric car maker since 2010, but it's ready to offer money once again. As Reuters reports, the Energy Department is providing a $2. Continue Reading . . . https://www.engadget.com/gm-energy-department-loan-ev-battery-manufacturing-190736000.html

HBO Max will begin streaming 'Game of Thrones' in 4K HDR next month Ahead of the debut of House of the Dragon on August 21st, HBO Max will begin streaming all eight seasons of Game of Thrones in 4K. HBO parent company Warner Bros. Discovery announced the news this week in a programming notice spotted by FlatpanelsHD (via The Verge). Continue Reading . . . https://www.engadget.com/hbo-max-game-of-thrones-4k-hdr-august-214332794.html