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I Asked AI to Create Passwords. Here's Why I'll Never Do That Again

They may look complex, but AI-generated passwords often follow predictable patterns that hackers can exploit. I'll show you what to use instead.
Rock Paper Shotgun

Pragmata Walkthrough: Sector 2 (Mass Production Array)

Having trouble navigating Pragmata's lunar version of New York City? This walkthrough guides you through Sector 2 of Pragmata ...
Security Boulevard

Payouts King Takes Aim at the Ransomware Throne

IntroductionIn February 2022, BlackBasta emerged as a successor to Conti ransomware and quickly rose to prominence. BlackBasta was operational for three years until February 2025 when their internal ...

Marathon’s 'Escape will make me God' isn’t a metaphor — it’s a legit threat

In just a few short months, Marathon has minted a highly quotable line: “Escape will make me God.” It’s also, according to ...

Did South Carolina woman attract real flamingos to her yard with fake ones?

Online users discussed a story of a woman named Pam Luongo placing decorative plastic flamingos in her yard, only to find ...