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Flame proves cyberwarfare is active
Flame proves cyberwarfare is active
Cyberwarfare is an emotive and contentious issue. But the emergence of an extensive and sophisticated attack toolkit, Flame, apparently targeted against Iran removes all doubt: cyberwar is here and active.
May 29, 2012
University of Nebraska probes breach of 650,000 records
University of Nebraska probes breach of 650,000 records
The University of Nebraska has assembled a team of between 20 and 30 investigators to probe the breach of a database that contains personal information on up to 650,000 students, alumni, parents, and staff.
May 29, 2012
Kratos gets $16 million cybersecurity contract for US Antarctic Program
Kratos gets $16 million cybersecurity contract for US Antarctic Program
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions said it received a $16 million subcontract from Lockheed Martin to provide cybersecurity for the US Antarctic Program (USAP).
May 29, 2012
x64 ABI: Intro to the Windows x64 calling convention
x64 ABI: Intro to the Windows x64 calling convention
In this reprinted #altdevblogaday in-depth piece, Turbine senior software engineer Rich Skorski introduces readers to the Windows x64 Application Binary Interface, and explains how it works.
May 28, 2012
Former relocated 38 Studios employees stuck with second mortgages - report
Former relocated 38 Studios employees stuck with second mortgages - report
A number of former 38 Studios employees may be stuck with second mortgages after discovering that the company hadn't sold their previous homes as previously promised, according to media reports.
May 28, 2012
Trip Hawkins steps down as Digital Chocolate CEO amidst layoff reports
Trip Hawkins steps down as Digital Chocolate CEO amidst layoff reports
Trip Hawkins, founder of mobile and social game developer Digital Chocolate, has stepped down from his CEO role and has taken on an advisory position, as reports indicate up to 180 layoffs at the company.
May 28, 2012
Ghost Recon: Future Soldier enters UK charts at number one
Ghost Recon: Future Soldier enters UK charts at number one
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Future Soldier, the fifth installment in the Ghost Recon series, took the top spot in the UK sales charts during a week of multiple new releases, according to data from tracking firm Chart-Track.
May 28, 2012
8Realms MMO closure leads to Jagex layoffs - report
8Realms MMO closure leads to Jagex layoffs - report
Following the closure of one of its browser-based MMOs, developer Jagex has laid off a number of its staff, according to media reports.
May 28, 2012
Activision paid out $493M in bonuses to Call of Duty house
Activision paid out $493M in bonuses to Call of Duty house
Activision has paid Call of Duty studio Infinity Ward nearly half a billion dollars in bonuses since the franchise's inception in 2003, lawyers have revealed as part of the Vince Zampella and Jason West lawsuit.
May 28, 2012
iOS 5.5.1 jailbreak done; iOS 6 jailbreak pending
iOS 5.5.1 jailbreak done; iOS 6 jailbreak pending
On Friday, the iOS 5.5.1 untethered jailbreak, Absinthe 2, was released. Now the same team is already working on a jailbreak for iOS6. But users should consider this: you’re on your own if you jailbreak.
May 28, 2012
Battlefield 3, Trine 2 triumph at 2012 Nordic Game Awards
Battlefield 3, Trine 2 triumph at 2012 Nordic Game Awards
The 2012 Nordic Game Awards show was held this week as part of this year's Nordic Game Conference, with Battlefield 3, Minecraft and Trine 2 taking home awards.
May 25, 2012
Get a job: Ubisoft and others hiring now on the Gamasutra jobs board
Get a job: Ubisoft and others hiring now on the Gamasutra jobs board
In the latest postings over the last seven days, Gamasutra's jobs board plays host to roles in every major discipline, including opportunities at Ubisoft, Majesco Entertainment, Powerhead Games, and others.
May 25, 2012