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Science and Technology Committee publishes Malware and Cyber Crime report
Science and Technology Committee publishes Malware and Cyber Crime report
The House of Commons Science and Technology Committee has today published its Malware and Cybercrime report – a recommendation to the UK government on how to tackle online threats.
Feb. 2, 2012
FBI chief warns Congress that hackers will become greatest national security threat
FBI chief warns Congress that hackers will become greatest national security threat
The top G-man is warning Congress that hackers will pose a greater danger to US national security than terrorists in the not-too-distant future.
Feb. 2, 2012
Apple roars with massive Lion, Snow Leopard security updates
Apple roars with massive Lion, Snow Leopard security updates
Apple has released massive security updates for its Lion and Snow Leopard Mac operating systems, fixing 52 vulnerabilities.
Feb. 2, 2012
THQ confirms 240 job cuts, CEO takes pay cut
THQ confirms 240 job cuts, CEO takes pay cut
Ailing game publisher THQ confirmed on Wednesday that it is cutting 240 jobs worldwide, as CEO Brian Farrell takes a 50 percent pay cut for one year, down to $360,000.
Feb. 1, 2012
Digital Capital connecting investors with game developers
Digital Capital connecting investors with game developers
Switzerland-based Digital Capital AG revealed its plans to connect investors and developers with the hopes of helping finance exceptional digitally distributed games.
Feb. 1, 2012
Gamasutra member blogs: From hierarchy myopia to Wordfeud
Gamasutra member blogs: From hierarchy myopia to Wordfeud
In highlights from Gamasutra's Member Blogs, our bloggers write about diverse topics, such as hierarchy myopia, why Wordfeud worked, managing assets for your game project, and more.
Feb. 1, 2012
DragonVale remains the top grossing game on iOS
DragonVale remains the top grossing game on iOS
Apple's latest U.S. App Store game charts by revenue see Where's My Water? and DragonVale earning top iPhone sales, while Slotomania and Modern War emerge as big sellers on the iPad.
Feb. 1, 2012
Top-Grossing Android Games: Tiny Village, Osmos HD see fast sales
Top-Grossing Android Games: Tiny Village, Osmos HD see fast sales
Google's latest North American Android Market game charts by revenue see Zynga Poker and Tap Fish leading today's rankings, as Osmos HD and Tiny Village also report top earnings.
Feb. 1, 2012
Critical Reception: Square Enix's Final Fantasy XIII-2
Critical Reception: Square Enix's Final Fantasy XIII-2
This week's edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to Square Enix's RPG sequel Final Fantasy XIII-2, which reviewers describe as "an encouraging step in the right direction."
Feb. 1, 2012
Strong debuts for Armored Core V, RE: Revelations in Japan
Strong debuts for Armored Core V, RE: Revelations in Japan
From Software's Armored Core V and Capcom's Resident Evil: Revelations both made strong debuts in Japan last week, while Tales of Innocence R helped push PS Vita sales ahead of its predecessor.
Feb. 1, 2012
Recent mobile releases spur 18% revenue jump for Gameloft
Recent mobile releases spur 18% revenue jump for Gameloft
French developer and publisher Gameloft reported a record quarter for the October-December period, boosting revenues 18% from the previous year to €47 million ($61.9 million).
Feb. 1, 2012
Opinion: An indie marketing story
Opinion: An indie marketing story
In this reprinted #altdevblogaday opinion piece, Itzy Interactive's Kyle Kulyk discusses the difficulties of finding an effective way to promote an indie game, looking at his experience marketing an Android title.
Feb. 1, 2012