Horror Gaming Had a Killer Year in 2025
The horror game genre exploded in 2025 with major comebacks and bold new entries. From a revitalized Silent Hill to a stunning sci-fi spiritual successor, fear was back in a big way.
Category: Privacy
Chrome’s Autofill Just Got Way More Useful
Google is expanding Chrome’s autofill feature beyond basic addresses. Starting Friday, it can pull loyalty card numbers and travel details directly from your Google Wallet.
EU Slaps X with $140M Fine in First-Ever DSA Crackdown
The European Union has issued its first-ever Digital Services Act fine, hitting Elon Musk’s X with a €120 million penalty. The fine targets violations in ad transparency, data access for researchers, and the platform’s deceptive blue-checkmark system. In contrast, TikTok satisfied the EU’s concerns
EU Chat Control Fight Heats Up As Trilogues Begin
The controversial EU Child Sexual Abuse Regulation is heading into final negotiations. While the Commissioner prefers the Parliament’s targeted approach, he’s dismissing major privacy concerns raised by critics and several member states.
Proton Just Launched an Encrypted Google Sheets Killer
Proton has launched Proton Sheets, a new spreadsheet tool with end-to-end encryption and live collaboration. It’s the latest piece in its privacy-focused suite aiming to replace Google Workspace. The service is rolling out now and is free to try.
EU Launches Antitrust Probe Into Meta Over WhatsApp AI Rules
The European Union has opened a formal antitrust investigation into Meta. The probe focuses on new WhatsApp policies that restrict third-party AI chatbots while allowing Meta’s own AI service to operate freely.
Apple reportedly refuses India’s pre-installed security app order
Apple is pushing back against a new Indian government directive. The order requires smartphone makers to preload the state-run Sanchar Saathi app on new devices within 90 days.
Google’s New Pixel Feature Logs Your Work Chats
Google has introduced a new RCS Archival feature for managed Pixel and Android Enterprise devices. It allows employers to capture and store every SMS, MMS, and RCS message for compliance purposes, with the first partners including Celltrust, Smarsh, and 3rd Eye.
Apple pushes back on India’s forced iPhone app mandate
The Indian government has given smartphone makers 90 days to pre-install its ‘Sanchar Saathi’ security app. Apple is pushing back, refusing to comply with the order on principle.
We’re Using AI As Therapists, And It’s A Problem
People are increasingly turning to ChatGPT and other chatbots for therapeutic advice, creating a dangerous dependency. Experts warn generic AI isn’t equipped for this role and suggest ways to step back.