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I just spent 8 HOURS playing Battlefield 6, and let me tell you - this game is about to change EVERYTHING! From the insane destruction physics to the massive 128-player battles, EA has finally delivered something that might actually dethrone Call of Duty. After 8 hours of pure gameplay, I can confidently say this might be the comeback Battlefield desperately needed.
Welcome to the Video Game Book Club where three of the gaming industry's best consultants (to never consult on a game) get together to talk about a specific video game in book club fashion. This week we finish up Call of Duty: Black Ops II. Next week we will start up Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater playing until we finish the Ocelot boss fight. Don't forget to send comments and questions to testingroompod@gmail.com, comment down below or message us on instagram. Also don't forget to follow us on Twitch @ twitch.tv/testingroomlive and listen to us on the go where ever you get your podcasts!
“Is it really possible to have a great date night in Austin for under $50?” In this lively and laugh-packed episode of The JB and Sandy Show, JB, Sandy, and Tricia welcome pop culture aficionado Steven Presley—the real-life personality behind Thunder Pop TV—for his first-ever in-studio appearance. Known for his deep dives into movies, TV, and all things pop culture, Steven brings his signature wit and insight to the mic, proving he's more than just a virtual presence. From hilarious banter about Weird Al Yankovic's enduring legacy and cosplay performances to nostalgic reflections on parody song legends like Bob Rivers and Ray Stevens, this episode is a celebration of quirky creativity and cultural icons. JB and Sandy also share their own parody-writing past, revealing a side of radio history you won't want to miss. But that's not all—Tricia introduces “Dating on a Dime,” a segment inspired by the Austin American-Statesman, offering three budget-friendly date ideas that prove romance doesn't have to break the bank. Whether it's musicals at Zilker Park, mini-golf at Peter Pan, or sipping wine at a 90s-themed speakeasy, this episode has something for everyone looking to beat the heat and find love in Austin.Notable Moments:“Are there little Weird Als?” – JB wonders about Weird Al's family life.“I shut it down at 9 o'clock because the Chinese are waking up and they don't mess around on Call of Duty.” – JB on his late-night gaming strategy.Steven Presley's underpants incident—yes, it's as funny as it sounds.Guest Spotlight: Steven Presley, creator of Thunder Pop TV, is a pop culture commentator and content creator known for his humorous takes on entertainment trends. His appearance brings fresh energy and behind-the-scenes stories that fans of movies, music, and media will love. Call to Action: If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to The JB and Sandy Show on Apple Podcasts or the iHeartRadio app, leave us a review, and share this episode with a friend who loves pop culture, comedy, or cheap date ideas in Austin! Call to Action: If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to The JB and Sandy Show on Apple Podcasts or the iHeartRadio app, leave us a review, and share this episode with a friend who loves pop culture, comedy, or cheap date ideas in Austin!
giantbomb.com/joinstore.giantbomb.comko-fi.com/giantbombNintendo Price Hikes: Nintendo is increasing prices for the original Switch, Switch OLED, Switch Lite, and select accessories in the US starting August 3rd, citing "market conditions" likely related to new tariffs. Switch 2 consoles will not see a price hike yet, but some Switch 2 accessories and Amiibo will.Switch 2 Sales Update: The Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 5.82 million units worldwide since its June 5th launch, with Mario Kart World selling 5.63 million copies in the same period.Kirby Air Riders Rated: Masahiro Sakurai's Kirby Air Riders for Switch 2 has been rated in Saudi Arabia, suggesting an upcoming release. Other 2025 Switch releases include Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends: Z-A.Top 10 Switch Games: Nintendo's latest financial report reveals the top 10 best-selling Switch games as of June 2025. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is nearing 70 million units, Animal Crossing: New Horizons has crossed 48 million, and Super Mario Odyssey is close to 30 million.Battlefield 6 Details: EA's Vince Zampella calls Battlefield 6 a "spiritual successor" to Battlefield 3 and 4, emphasizing large-scale maps and a "grounded" aesthetic for player skins, unlike Call of Duty's licensed crossovers.No Battlefield 6 for Switch 2: EA currently has no plans to bring Battlefield 6 to the Nintendo Switch 2, focusing on platforms where the "core Battlefield audience is present" (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC). However, Plants Vs Zombies: Replanted, EA FC, Madden, and Apex Legends are coming to Switch 2.Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection: Physical editions of Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection are announced for PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, and PC, including Mortal Kombat Trilogy. Pre-orders are open via the Atari Store, with physical shipments on December 12th.
Go to http://shopify.com/optic to sign up for your $1-per-month trial and start selling today. Go to http://ButcherBox.com/optic to get this limited time offer and free shipping always. Go to http://Lucy.co/OPTIC and use promo code OPTIC to get 20% off your first order. OpTic Gaming Merch: https://shop.opticgaming.com/ Check out the OpTic SCUF collection and use code “OpTic” for a discount: https://scuf.co/OpTic Check out the OpTic Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optic-podcast/id1542810047 https://open.spotify.com/show/25iPKftrl0akOZKqS0wHQG THE MOST INSANE YEAR OF CALL OF DUTY EVER | The OpTic Podcast Ep. 235 00:00 Intro 02:00 EWC Champions 19:00 HCS Ending 25:00 Old School MLG Format 29:26 Ads 35:30 HCS Salt Lake City 45:00 MaNiac Elden Ring 50:00 World Series of Warzone
Time Stamps:00:00:00 Community Guest Intros00:05:00 Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Just Hit 50M PLAYERS - Here's Why00:45:00 Xbox Game Pass Proves EVERYONE Wrong......AGAIN!01:32:00 Outros and Special Message to the Community
Mage Arena is één van de nieuwste hits op Steam, een game met proximity chat waarin je ook nog eens je stem gebruikt om spreuken op te werpen richting je vijanden in vier-tegen-vier-gevechten. Niels Kooloos heeft het gespeeld en praat erover met Joe van Burik in deze Mini-Game-aflevering van All in the Game. Mage Arena is nu te spelen via Steam Early Access op Windows pc. Over All in the GameAll in the Game is de podcast over games voor iedereen. Wanneer er iets speelt in de wereld van games, hoor je dat hier: spannende ontwikkelingen, boeiende onderzoeken en natuurlijk de nieuwste releases om te spelen op je PlayStation, Xbox, pc of welk platform dan ook. Onder leiding van BNR's techredacteur Joe van Burik hoor je gesprekken met andere gamekenners, zoals beursnerd Jochem Visser, techredacteurs Niels Kooloos en Daniël Mol én popcultuurkenners Donner Bakker en Sam van Zuilen. Ook hoogleraar computerwetenschappen Felienne Hermans en universiteit docent Laura van der Lubbe schuiven geregeld aan, en je hoort bijdragen van audioproducers André Dortmont en Wesley Schouwenaars, Elke week hoor je minimaal één aflevering van All in the Game. Of juist meerdere, wanneer er veel speelt in de wereld van games. Soms met impressies en analyses over actuele ontwikkelingen en nieuwe games. Andere keren kun je luisteren naar interviews met makers van bijzondere games, van Grand Theft Auto (GTA) tot Baldur's Gate 3 - zowel Nederlandse als internationale ontwikkelaars. Of we praten met e-sport-atleten, onderzoekers en andere experts in de wereld van videogames, in onze rubriek Main Game. En regelmatig laten we iemand van BNR Nieuwsradio aanschuiven om te vertelen over diens favoriete game van vroeger in de Retro-rubriek. In deze podcast kijken we verder dan alleen wat een game leuk maakt: we bespreken juist ook in de culturele, maatschappelijke, economische en technologische impact ervan. Jaarlijks gaat er immers zo'n 200 miljard euro om in de wereldwijde game-industrie, dat is al (vele jaren zelfs) daadwerkelijk meer dan de muziek- en filmindustrie bij elkaar opgeteld. Zo hoor je bij All in the Game niet alleen wat je moet spelen - en op welk nieuwe (game)platform - maar kun je daar nog bewuster mee bezig zijn, over praten en natuurlijk van genieten. Of het nou gaat om Super Mario of Sonic the Hedgehog, Fortnite of Roblox, voetbalgames van EA Sports FC of de FIFA, Call of Duty of Battlefield, League of Legends of Dota,of goude oude titels zoals Tetris, Rollercoaster Tycoon, The Sims of zelfs Snake. En we hebben ook aandacht voor liefhebberijen die dicht op games zitten, zoals Dungeons & Dragons, Lego en de films, series en strips rond reeksen zoals Star Wars en Marvel. Het komt allemaal aan bod in All in the Game. All in the Game werd als podcast al in 2022 opgenomen in het archief van Het Nederlands instituut voor Beeld & Geluid in Hilversum - als eerste podcast van BNR Nieuwsradio en één van de eerste gamepodcasts van allemaal. Gezamenlijk met talloze Nederlandse televisieprogramma’s, radioshows, games, websites, webvideo’s en podcast vormt dit materiaal de Nederlandse mediageschiedenis. Over Joe van BurikJoe van Burik is presentator, podcastmaker en techredacteur bij BNR Nieuwsradio. Je hoort hem bijna dagelijks in de Tech Update met het laatste nieuws over digitale technologie, en gaat daar in BNR Digitaal (samen met Ben van der Burg) elke woensdag dieper op in met gasten uit de techwereld. Daarnaast maakt hij onder meer de podcast All in the Game, voor iedereen die meer wil horen over videogames.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of The 3DO Experience, we return with another Crystal Dynamics game this time covering the 1994 Space Combat game Total Eclipse!Check Out Call of Duty: Thrak Ops: https://superpodnetwork.com/podcast/call-of-duty-thrak-opsProud Member of https://superpodnetwork.com/Follow us at: https://linktr.ee/ThebarberwhogamesFollow Thrak at: https://bsky.app/profile/thrak.bsky.socialCheck out Thraks streams at: https://www.twitch.tv/thrak94
In partnership with NBCUniversal, we sit down with Tyler Bahl, CMO of Activision, to explore what it takes to market some of the world's most successful games, from Call of Duty to Tony Hawk Pro Skater. Tyler shares insights on launching blockbuster titles, the evolving gaming landscape in 2025, and how livestreaming, esports, and AI are transforming the industry. Plus, lessons from 23 editions of Call of Duty, surprising audience insights, and working directly with icons like Tony Hawk.Timestamps00:00 - Intro00:54 - Tyler's time at Quibi02:33 - State of the gaming industry in 202504:14 - Tony Hawk Pro Skater Surprise05:35 - The demographics of the video game consumer08:16 - How to launch a video game10:47 - How live streaming and esports has transformed video gaming14:10 - Ratio of male vs female video game players16:28 - Is video game success due to the product or the marketing?18:00 - The success and longevity of Call of Duty19:13 - Maintaining marketing success after 23 editions of Call of Duty20:36 - “The Replacer” campaign execution and success22:21 - Measuring success23:28 - How Activision do partnerships for game launches25:35 - How Activision makes sports games27:39 - Future sports games from Activision29:42 - What impact is AI having on gaming?31:40 - Working with Tony Hawk on the launch of the new game32:46 - Lesson's from Tyler's career
A new competitor in the "games with destructible environments" category. This week, it's finally here: Donkey Kong Bananza. Join us for our introduction for one of the best games in recent memory. It's a new frontier for 3D platformers with DK and Pauline mixing smooth movement with wild destruction. It's a little of that Nintendo magic usually reserved for Mario given new life in the form of a successor to the DK games of yesteryear. This first look at the game takes us through Bananza's first seven major layers as the journey to the planet core begins. Plus, why is Call of Duty so irritating to install? Check out the show on BlueSky @MarkersOnTheMap.
Ett nytt avsnitt av Speljuntan kikar upp ur busken. Djupdyksresan fortsätter och stannar till i höjd med dina knän. För i detta avsnitt pratar vi om det som händer när du böjer på dom: ducka, huka, krypa eller kräla. Vi pratar om spelen som ger den perfekta känslan av att glida in i knäsittet, delar med oss av favoritkrypen och funderar på fysiken bakom det berömda kryphoppet. Härliga kryp, tepåse-squats, trånga utrymmen att kräla sig igenom - ett avsnitt späckat med allt det som händer när vi ligger lågt! Spel som nämns i avsnittet: Outer Worlds 2, Death Stranding 2, Skyrim, Dishonored, PUBG, Apex Legends, Call of Duty, Counter-Strike, Halo, Escape from Tarkov, Destiny, Valorant, Super Mario, The Last of Us, Gears of War, The Division, Metal Gear, Half-Life, Crawl, Horizon Zero Dawn, Resident Evil Village, Assassin's Creed, World of Warcraft, Ring Fit Adventure
On this week's episode of The Carbon Footprint, we explore the impact of everything from crime stats to card games to cosmic infidelity. Two mayors somehow reduced homicide rates in cities that were basically real-life Call of Duty maps. The Epstein files? Turns out the explosive reveal landed with all the intensity of a soggy Post-it note. We also ask the hard questions—like what it feels like to get cheated on by Stephen Hawking (spoiler: the betrayal is both emotional and theoretical). And in the biggest gamble of all, Uno is coming to casinos—because nothing says high stakes like losing your mortgage money on a skip card. Society's a mess—we're just here to track the footprints.
Welcome to ohmTown. The Non Sequitur News Show is held live via Twitch and Youtube every day. We, Mayor Watt and the AI that runs ohmTown, cover a selection of aggregated news articles and discuss them briefly with a perspective merging Science, Technology, and Society. You can visit https://www.youtube.com/ohmtown for the complete history since 2022.Articles Discussed:Futurehome goes Subscription... and bankrupt.https://www.ohmtown.com/groups/wanted/f/d/bankrupt-futurehome-suddenly-makes-its-smart-home-hub-a-subscription-service/Demonetized in 7 Secondshttps://www.ohmtown.com/groups/warcrafters/f/d/youtube-will-no-longer-demonetize-videos-with-strong-profanity-in-the-first-7-seconds-but-youll-still-need-to-choose-your-fks-carefully/11 Star Wars Movie Marathonhttps://www.ohmtown.com/groups/technologytoday/f/d/marathon-star-wars-celebration-in-seattle-will-feature-11-films-back-on-big-screen-at-siff-cinema/Guess my age Youtubehttps://www.ohmtown.com/groups/wanted/f/d/youtube-will-start-guessing-your-age/200,000 Rare Oysters in a Shipwreckhttps://www.ohmtown.com/groups/mobble/f/d/scientists-deposit-200000-rare-oysters-in-a-shipwreck-100-feet-below-the-surface-of-the-north-sea/Live your Mad Max Dreams in this Gamehttps://www.ohmtown.com/groups/warcrafters/f/d/im-a-haunted-mad-max-muscle-car-with-2-shotgun-turrets-in-this-early-access-vehicle-combat-game-and-its-just-as-rad-as-it-sounds/Nurburgring to Dismantle Roller Coasterhttps://www.ohmtown.com/groups/four-wheel-tech/f/d/nurburgring-to-dismantle-roller-coaster-finally-ending-16-year-boondoggle/Call of Duty Final Admits it.https://www.ohmtown.com/groups/warcrafters/f/d/call-of-duty-finally-admits-what-weve-been-saying-all-along-the-install-size-is-too-damn-high/LG new TV is Cool and Expensivehttps://www.ohmtown.com/groups/nonsequiturnews/f/d/lgs-stanbyme-2-is-an-unquestionably-cool-tv-at-a-questionably-high-price/Pushing us all to the Edge and its...
Metroidvania's in overvloed! Met de Pac-Man-spin-off Shadow Labyrinth, het sterk op Castlevania geïnspireerde Chronicles of the Wolf en de wel erg op oude Metroids lijkende game Zexion. Je hoort Joe van Burik daarover in deze Mini-Game Round-Up van All in the Game met kenner en voormalig gamejournalist Vincent Leeuw. Luister hier de eerdere aflevering over Metroidvania's met Vincent als hoofdgast, en de keer dat we hem uitgebreid spraken over Dungeons & Dragons. Shadow Labyrinth is nu te spelen op Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X en Xbox Series S en Windows pc. Chronicles of the Wolf is nu te spelen op PlayStation 4 en 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X en Xbox Series S en Windows pc. Zexion is nu te spelen op Windows pc. Over All in the Game All in the Game is de podcast over games voor iedereen. Wanneer er iets speelt in de wereld van games, hoor je dat hier: spannende ontwikkelingen, boeiende onderzoeken en natuurlijk de nieuwste releases om te spelen op je PlayStation, Xbox, pc of welk platform dan ook. Onder leiding van BNR's techredacteur Joe van Burik hoor je gesprekken met andere gamekenners, zoals beursnerd Jochem Visser, techredacteurs Niels Kooloos en Daniël Mol én popcultuurkenners Donner Bakker en Sam van Zuilen. Ook hoogleraar computerwetenschappen Felienne Hermans en universiteit docent Laura van der Lubbe schuiven geregeld aan, en je hoort bijdragen van audioproducers André Dortmont en Wesley Schouwenaars, Elke week hoor je minimaal één aflevering van All in the Game. Of juist meerdere, wanneer er veel speelt in de wereld van games. Soms met impressies en analyses over actuele ontwikkelingen en nieuwe games. Andere keren kun je luisteren naar interviews met makers van bijzondere games, van Grand Theft Auto (GTA) tot Baldur's Gate 3 - zowel Nederlandse als internationale ontwikkelaars. Of we praten met e-sport-atleten, onderzoekers en andere experts in de wereld van videogames, in onze rubriek Main Game. En regelmatig laten we iemand van BNR Nieuwsradio aanschuiven om te vertelen over diens favoriete game van vroeger in de Retro-rubriek. In deze podcast kijken we verder dan alleen wat een game leuk maakt: we bespreken juist ook in de culturele, maatschappelijke, economische en technologische impact ervan. Jaarlijks gaat er immers zo'n 200 miljard euro om in de wereldwijde game-industrie, dat is al (vele jaren zelfs) daadwerkelijk meer dan de muziek- en filmindustrie bij elkaar opgeteld. Zo hoor je bij All in the Game niet alleen wat je moet spelen - en op welk nieuwe (game)platform - maar kun je daar nog bewuster mee bezig zijn, over praten en natuurlijk van genieten. Of het nou gaat om Super Mario of Sonic the Hedgehog, Fortnite of Roblox, voetbalgames van EA Sports FC of de FIFA, Call of Duty of Battlefield, League of Legends of Dota,of goude oude titels zoals Tetris, Rollercoaster Tycoon, The Sims of zelfs Snake. En we hebben ook aandacht voor liefhebberijen die dicht op games zitten, zoals Dungeons & Dragons, Lego en de films, series en strips rond reeksen zoals Star Wars en Marvel. Het komt allemaal aan bod in All in the Game. All in the Game werd als podcast al in 2022 opgenomen in het archief van Het Nederlands instituut voor Beeld & Geluid in Hilversum - als eerste podcast van BNR Nieuwsradio en één van de eerste gamepodcasts van allemaal. Gezamenlijk met talloze Nederlandse televisieprogramma’s, radioshows, games, websites, webvideo’s en podcast vormt dit materiaal de Nederlandse mediageschiedenis. Over Joe van BurikJoe van Burik is presentator, podcastmaker en techredacteur bij BNR Nieuwsradio. Je hoort hem bijna dagelijks in de Tech Update met het laatste nieuws over digitale technologie, en gaat daar in BNR Digitaal (samen met Ben van der Burg) elke woensdag dieper op in met gasten uit de techwereld. Daarnaast maakt hij onder meer de podcast All in the Game, voor iedereen die meer wil horen over videogames.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sit in with Chris, Rob and John as they share some tales of adulting, Rob catches up on some old movies (what?!?) and John finds some real life Call of Duty maps. They also discuss Ozzy's last concert and take an Ozzy history quiz, courtesy of funtrivia.com. Enjoy!!
This week on The Totally Wholesome (Not Dirty) Podcast, I'm joined by the one and only Jeff Leach—comedian, voice of Ghost in Call of Duty, and a man with very strong feelings about AI-generated porn... and marshmallows in Slurpees
Welcome to episode #232 of The COD Casuals, where we discuss all things Call of Duty, casual and professional!In this episode, we have EWC on the horizon to officially close out the competitive season for Black Ops 6. There had been lots of speculation as to which teams were gonna show up for the final tournament of the year, and which teams are in desperate need of a team change. Before this though, we cover the EWC as an event, and what we feel this event should include as time goes on. For a world cup tournament to live up to the name in our opinion, we share our thoughts on getting more players from a variety of countries involved in the league. This however has a few hurdles that need to be addressed first, and we give our opinion on how we think the league and EWC could have even more players from around the world competing at the biggest event. Finally, we give our EWC predictions in pool play, and who we think will be the winner overall.Who did you have winning EWC? Was your prediction right? What teams surprised you the most, both good and bad? Finally, what do you think about our discussion regarding more players from other regions at EWC? Please let us know as we discuss this and much more! Hope you all enjoy the episode and we'll see you next week.Follow us:Twitter: @TheCODCasualsInstagram: @TheCODCasualsTikTok: @TheCODCasualsContact us:Business Inquiries: TheCODCasuals@gmail.com
In this episode of High Notes, we sit down with Tom Keegan, an acclaimed performance director behind major AAA titles such as Jedi: Fallen Order, Wolfenstein, Call of Duty, World of Warcraft and more.Based in LA, Tom reflects on his creatively rich upbringing and his path to becoming a leading figure in video game performance direction. The conversation looks at the evolution of voice performance in games, the power of subtext, and what sets video game acting apart from other forms of voice work.He also previews his upcoming book, The Complete Guide to Video Game Performance Directing: Place, Time, Action, offering practical insights into the craft, your own creativity, and other deeply human aspects of game development.Whether you're an aspiring actor, director, or simply fascinated by the art behind your favourite games, this episode offers a compelling look into the world of interactive storytelling.https://www.tomkeegan.net/https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1146741/https://www.instagram.com/tomkstudios/https://www.routledge.com/The-Complete-Guide-to-Videogame-Performance-Directing-Place-Time-Action/Keegan/p/book/9781032914541?srsltid=AfmBOoroDSYuJU8bQauYeiIyWVq2CgLfuM35ClTVL7dvRCk4BhaG2UdiSubscribe to the BRAVA newsletter for news updates, training opportunities, and more from the world of business, acting and voice: https://www.brava.uk.com/subscribe00:00 Introduction to High Notes Podcast00:52 Meet Tom Keegan: Journey to Video Game Performance Direction02:58 The Art of Voice Acting in Video Games04:12 Tom Keegan's New Book: A Guide for Directors and Actors10:03 Understanding Place, Time, and Action in Voice Acting12:31 Common Mistakes in Performance Capture and VO Booths17:02 BRAVA: Elevate Your Voice Acting Skills17:46 Tapping into Emotional Truth in Imaginary Worlds20:22 The Physicality of Voice Acting23:28 The Evolution of Voice Performance24:32 Casting Voice Actors for Games26:32 Finding Subtext in Game Scripts28:49 Unlocking Great Performances31:56 Self-Care for Directors and Actors35:00 The Importance of Coaching36:41 Skills for Iconic Storytelling Projects38:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Every office has at least one person who goes above and beyond the call of duty. Here in our building... it's Mark Mingels. He can fix ANYTHING and always does it with a smile.
FaZe ZooMaa, Ben, Aches, Parasite, and Octane break down the Call of Duty league Esports World Cup matches from 7/26/2025!
Miska's usual jetset life hits a snag when he misses Kress' Subnotica correction. Adam calls in from his cottage to lay down the law on Merge history, while Phil gushes over $500m in capital deployment. Eric details Ubisoft's reality TV show attempt at Succession, and Jen delivers the 411 on Apple's hypercasual attempt. The group pours one out for a very special Candy Crush anniversary.01:58 Gaming News Highlights02:42 Personal Updates05:33 Remembering the Mario Lopez Candy Crush Show07:52 Subnautica and Crafton Legal Drama10:37 App Charge Sponsorship and Insights14:40 Ubisoft Earnings and Family Drama22:44 Battlefield 6 Trailer and Expectations24:57 Call of Duty's Tech Debt and Battlefield's Response26:24 Battlefield 6 Release Date and Editions Leak28:31 Challenges and Risks for Battlefield 638:03 Supervi's Full Launch and Market Challenges40:05 Splitgate 2's Struggles and Relaunch43:09 Wild Gate's Launch and Marketing Issues46:58 Apple's Emoji-Based Puzzle Game49:39 Conclusion and Sign-Off
Welcome to the Video Game Book Club where three of the gaming industry's best consultants (to never consult on a game) get together to talk about a specific video game in book club fashion. This week we start up Call of Duty: Black Ops II playing until we finish the level 'Karma'. Next week we will finish the game. Don't forget to send comments and questions to testingroompod@gmail.com, comment down below or message us on instagram. Also don't forget to follow us on Twitch @ twitch.tv/testingroomlive and watch on YouTube @ youtube.com/@thetestingroom
Ubisoft continues to fade out like a dying star and Call of Duty esports is being taken advantage of. Just another day in the office. Byrdman breaks it all down here
This week, we welcome an extraordinary guest to the Songwriter Connection table—Mike Carrodo, a nearly 30-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps whose journey bridges the worlds of military service and music. Before 9/11, Mike's band was a touring powerhouse, playing 200–250 dates a year and sharing the stage with legends like The Derek Trucks Band, Edwin McCain, and even Tina Turner.Everything changed when the towers fell. Mike answered the call of duty, deploying to serve his country and eventually retiring as a Colonel after a distinguished career that began and ended at Camp Lejeune. A graduate of The Citadel, Mike brings both military precision and raw emotional storytelling to his music.Now, the band is back together—writing, recording, and reconnecting with fans. Mike joins us to share his powerful journey, the songs born from it, and what it means to return to the stage after decades of service. It's a conversation full of heart, honor, and harmony.Tune in and pull up a chair—this is one episode you don't want to miss.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/songwriter-connection/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
TIME STAMPS:00:00:00 Community Guest Intros00:04:00 Contraband Is NOT Canceled and is currently STILL looking for devs! Another GAAS games from Xbox Game Studios!00:35:00 Call Of Duty Black Ops 7 Worldwide Reveal At Gamescom 2025!01:00:00 What back catalog PlayStation game from these would you like to see hit Xbox next after Helldivers 2? (As Per Jez Corden)01:30:00 Panel Outros and Special Message to the Community!
On this episode of The 3DO Experience, we return to the Army Men series with another title this time for the Game Boy Advance with the appropriately named Army Men Advance by DC Studios!Check Out Call of Duty: Thrak Ops: https://superpodnetwork.com/podcast/call-of-duty-thrak-opsProud Member of https://superpodnetwork.com/Follow us at: https://linktr.ee/ThebarberwhogamesFollow Thrak at: https://bsky.app/profile/thrak.bsky.socialCheck out Thraks streams at: https://www.twitch.tv/thrak94
Get ready for an epic dive into the world of accessible gaming and computer control! This week we're joined by Mike Hazelwood from SensePilot, who's revolutionizing how people interact with computers using nothing more than a standard webcam. Imagine controlling your PC and fragging enemies in Call of Duty just by moving your head and making facial gestures - no special hardware required! We'll explore how this family-driven startup is breaking barriers in assistive technology, with hilarious tangents about fishing, AI, and Steve's dreams of shooting virtual bad guys by going "bang, bang, bang". Show Transcript https://atbanter.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/at-banter-podcast-episode-433-mike-hazelwood-sensepilot.pdf Show Notes SensePilot https://sensepilot.tech/ AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call toll-free 1-844-795-8324 or visit their Assistive Technology Showroom at 106 – 828 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver. Need repairs on your device? Chaos Technical Services offers service and support on almost any piece of Assistive Technology, while also providing parts and batteries. Visit them online at www.chaostechnicalservices.com or call 778-847-6840.
Jamal White's Kidnappers Were After His Mother First, Who's Allegedly A Known Drug Dealer. They Then Tried to Kidnap His Father, But He Ran — So They Took 7-Year-Old Jamal.Check out “Amy Bradley Is Missing” on Netflix Nate Jackson on Netflix is hilariousAdin Ross goes off on The Breakfast Club for the way they spoke about N3onTrump Urges Return of Redskins: “The Washington Whatever's Should IMMEDIATELY Change Their Name Back”T.D. Jakes Calls Out AI Bot Attack Tied to False Diddy Rumors Jakes says 44,000 fake accounts spread lies linking him to sex party claimsMemphis woman who sh*t another woman after group kicked down her door will NOT be charged21-year-old Kimari Burnham was critically injured and taken to Regional One HealthShannon Sharpe's accuser, Gabriella Zuniga, retires from OF just days after settling a $50 million lawsuit for an undisclosed amount and dropping the assault case.Beyoncé's Choreographer and One of Her Dancers Said Thieves Broke into Their SUV & Stole Hard Drives Containing Unreleased Music, Footage Plans for Her Show and More' Before Her Atlanta Shows."Youtuber Chain Snatcher Ran into Young Thug, And His Energy Changed as Soon as Thug Told Him "Snatch Who's Chain"GTA 6 Is Expected To Generate $2 Billion In The First Hours Of Release & it Will Be Priced $80 USD Once it's Released.Footage of Troy Ave shooting at a suspect who was trying to rob him and his friend. Michael Beasley says by his 3rd year in the NBA he was completely broke due to his family over spending and his CPA stealing.Video of Delonte West has surfaced MAGA Influencer Bo Loudon Celebrates Snitching on Tiktok Star Khaby Lame to Homeland SecurityTrump Plans Executive Order to Overhaul NCAA Athlete NIL Pay Rules The President wants to create national guidelines for Name, Image and Likeness deals, shaking up how college athletes get paid.Stephen Colbert's ‘Late Show' Canceled After Trump Lawsuit Settlement Sparks BacklashDamian Lillard Returns to Portland Trail Blazers on Three-Year, $42 Million DealJayden Daniels & Juju Watkins spark dating rumors, after he walks her out for her B-Day party.Brittney Griner opens up to Cam Newton about the time she was jailed in Russia for cannabis cartridgesSZA Drops Screenshots of Her and Nicki Minaj's Convo as Twitter Feud EscalatesColin Kaepernick's wife, Nessa, says the same smear campaign targeting Nicki Minaj was also used against her husband. Colin Kaepernick's wife Nessa says what Jay-Z did to Kaepernick was wrong — but she refuses to be spiteful and still plays his music on air.Tracee Ellis Ross says she only packs 2 pairs of underwear when she travels and washes them in hotel sink with shower gel!Atlanta rapper Ca$h Out and his mother were found guilty of RICO and multiple other chargesRymir Satterthwaite has recently accused Jay-Z of abusing the legal system to avoid a paternity test.ESPN uncovered new documents showing that a bettor placed 30 wagers totaling $13,769 on Terry Rozier, all within just 46 minutes South Carolina Scam Rapper sentenced to 9 years in prison for Scamming ATM's. Authorities say he flaunted the money on social mediaSukihana Jokes Tracy Morgan Might Be Her Father After Fans Point Out Striking Resemblance Activision revealed that Call of Duty players have racked up over 25 billion hours of gameplay - that's about 2.8 million years, outpacing the entire length of recorded human history
Today the wonderful @NoisyButters joins us to discuss all things call of duty!
PEBCAK Podcast: Information Security News by Some All Around Good People
Welcome to this week's episode of the PEBCAK Podcast! We've got four amazing stories this week so sit back, relax, and keep being awesome! Be sure to stick around for our Dad Joke of the Week. (DJOW) Follow us on Instagram @pebcakpodcast Please share this podcast with someone you know! It helps us grow the podcast and we really appreciate it! McDonalds exposed 64 million job applicants https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/123456-password-exposed-chats-for-64-million-mcdonalds-job-chatbot-applications/ Russian pro-basketball player arrested https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/russian-pro-basketball-player-arrested-for-alleged-role-in-ransomware-attacks/ Call of Duty hacked again https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/08/activision-took-down-call-of-duty-game-after-pc-players-hacked-says-source/ Kids' Privacy https://www.wsj.com/tech/personal-tech/the-case-for-snooping-on-your-kids-phone-a6a7a547 Dad Joke of the Week (DJOW) Find the hosts on LinkedIn: Chris - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chlouie/ Brian - https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandeitch-sase/ Glenn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/glennmedina/
Week of: 7-14-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
Začátkem měsíce si někteří hráči starší hry Call of Duty začali stěžovat, že jejich počítač napadl hacker. Jak se to stalo a na co by si hráči a hráčky měli dávat pozor?
Welcome to episode #231 of The COD Casuals, where we discuss all things Call of Duty, casual and professional!In this episode, we cover the announcement of the worldwide reveal of Black Ops 7, which is happening on August 19th. It is expected that COD Next will be taking place at the end of September, where creators get their hands on the game to test and showcase the multiplayer side. We share our expectations with this reveal, and how important it is for this title to live up to the expectations that have been set for it. We then get into the big news regarding the EWC, which is coming up this week! Coaches are now allowed on stage to communicate with their teams during the matches. This has left some divided, but most agree that this is a terrible idea, and we share our opinions on why we agree. What are you expecting to see from the Black Ops 7 reveal? Do you have questions about the game that you want answered in this reveal, or are you going to wait and see what's showcased at COD Next? What do you think was the reasoning for having coaches onstage at EWC? Is this a good move or bad one? Please let us know as we discuss this and much more! Hope you all enjoy the episode and we'll see you next week.Follow us:Twitter: @TheCODCasualsInstagram: @TheCODCasualsTikTok: @TheCODCasualsContact us:Business Inquiries: TheCODCasuals@gmail.com
226. Ever wanted to eavesdrop on two mates having dinner after a movie? Well, now's your chance.In this very unstructured (and very real) episode of Tailoring Talk Magazine, Bobby and Jon hit Le Comptoir Libanais on London's South Bank after seeing the new Superman at the BFI IMAX. With food arriving mid-record, mocktails in hand, and no Alex to keep them on track, the conversation covers:
The AP's Marcela Sanchez reports on the latest in a lawsuit against a video game, brought by families of victims in a Texas school shooting.
On this episode of The 3DO Experience, we celebrate the milestone 100th episode of the show with another ranking of all the games we've played so far, along with answering some listener questions!Make Your Own Tier List Here: https://tiermaker.com/categories/video-games/the-3do-experience-game-ranking-17353595Check Out Call of Duty: Thrak Ops: https://superpodnetwork.com/podcast/call-of-duty-thrak-opsProud Member of https://superpodnetwork.com/Follow us at: https://linktr.ee/ThebarberwhogamesFollow Thrak at: https://bsky.app/profile/thrak.bsky.socialCheck out Thraks streams at: https://www.twitch.tv/thrak94
We're sitting down with Daniel Bennett, a Los Angeles based digital creator and Head of Creative at his own media agency. Daniel has led social strategy for some of the biggest names in entertainment and gaming, including Grammy-winning artists like Diplo and Dillon Francis, as well as global brands like Call of Duty. But what really sets Daniel apart is his ability to blend storytelling and strategy in a way that resonates deeply with today's audiences. While he's made his mark behind the scenes of major campaigns, Daniel has also built a personal brand that's taken off. His relatable content about the chaos of your twenties — from the awkwardness of dating to the ups and downs of friendship — has struck a nerve, earning him over 200,000 followers in just 60 days. His growth has been rooted in one key principle: consistency. In this episode, we dive into what it means to build a sustainable creative career in the ever-evolving digital landscape. We explore how the role of a social media manager has become as vital as a lawyer or a CFO, how Daniel transitioned from agency work to building a brand of his own, and what it takes to stay ahead in the creator economy. On this week's episode you'll learn: How consistency became Daniel's secret weapon for growth What it actually takes to hit 200K followers in 60 days Why creators and brands alike need to rethink how they view social media roles How Daniel took lessons from agency life and applied them to his consulting work What's coming next in the future of content creation and why storytelling still wins
In this week's episode, Chazz takes the mic solo to answer your questions. Everything from the making of Call of Duty to working with iconic directors like De Niro and Woody Allen. He talks about why humility matters in Hollywood, what separates good writing from great writing, and how Bronx Tale almost didn't happen. You'll hear stories about acting, screenwriting, and the life-changing advice that shaped Chazz's career. Whether you're in the industry or just a fan of his work, this episode is full of heartfelt, honest wisdom and stories you won't hear anywhere else. To send in your question, visit ChazzPalminteri.net or reach out on Instagram.
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The Battlefield Show - The Premiere Battlefield 2042 Podcast
The Star Wars Battlefront 2 community is rising from the ashes—and we're here for it. In this episode, Sage Goodwin and SammyBoiii dive deep into the unexpected resurgence of Battlefront 2, what's driving players back eight years after launch, and why this classic FPS might be the key to the future of Star Wars shooters. We explore: The community-led Resurgence Day movement Why EA and Lucasfilm Games can't ignore these player numbers What Battlefront 3 could look like—and who should make it The frustrating state of modern FPS games Why Battlefront 2's monetization-free model feels so refreshing today With 30,000+ concurrent players and meme culture breathing new life into the game, the demand for a new Battlefront is louder than ever. Is this just nostalgia—or the clearest signal yet that the FPS industry needs a shake-up?
As Christians, we may face push back from people anywhere but when we take a stand no matter what it may cost us, it brings glory to God and we fulfill our ultimate purpose. Just as David was able to defeat Goliath because He had God on His side, we have God in us to protect us and be with us no matter what we face.
It's been a big year for Windows 11 updates. This month is at least semi-manageable! Also, a few more bits from the layoffs. Plus, Amiga Forever 11 and C64 11 Forever help you live in the past! Patch Tuesday Copilot+ PC only: Ask Copilot action for Click to Do 24H2 only: Show smaller Taskbar icons. Screen curtain feature in Narrator. Settings home page for commercial customer 23H2 and 24H2: Windows Share shows preview when sharing web content. Beginning of PC migration feature in Windows Backup. More changes for EU users to meet DMA requirements, mostly Edge related Windows 10: EU/DMA updates as above More Windows 11 WE DID IT! Windows 11 is now in use on more PCs than Windows 10. It's time for Windows 12! No new Insider features but some bug fixes in Canary Microsoft Edge keeps getting more responsive Microsoft 365 and AI Teams gets threading in Channels about three years later than needed Google brought its Veo 3 video generation model to all AI Pro subscribers last week, and now it's bringing that and two other big AI features to Pixel Perplexity just launched its AI web browser Xbox and gaming No, Phil Spencer is not retiring Romero Games forced to cancel Xbox shooter, lay off 100 employees Warcraft Rumble Mobile won't get any more updates Xbox angst in the wake of last week's layoffs is mostly undeserved Xbox fans keep finding new ways to complain - Most of the game/studio closures we know about were well-deserved. If anything, Microsoft let these things continue for too long with no viable deliverables But what is Xbox? Looking at the platform and what Microsoft has done under Phil Spencer paints a very different picture than all the moaning we see on social media Game Pass was key to getting Satya Nadella to keep Xbox going, but after the Activision acquisition, the day and date promise was unworkable. After the changes and price hikes, it's possible that Game Pass has peaked. Microsoft uploaded an out of date version of Call of Duty: WWII to the Store and hilarity ensues Sony to publish a game for Xbox for the first time Epic Games quietly settled with Samsung ahead of today's Unpacked event - but not with Google Tips and picks Tip of the week: Office 365 for IT Pros 2026 Edition is now available App pick of the week: Microsoft Edge RunAs Radio this week: Building Real Software using PowerApps with Luise Freese Brown liquor pick of the week: Bolster Road Maple Rye Whiskey Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/windowsweekly threatlocker.com/twit
In episode 425 of "Smashing Security", Graham reveals how "Call of Duty: WWII" has been weaponised - allowing hackers to hijack your entire PC during online matches, thanks to ancient code and Microsoft's Game Pass. Meanwhile, Carole digs into a con targeting the recently incarcerated, with scammers impersonating bail bond agents to fleece desperate families.All this and more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by cybersecurity veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault.Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language.Episode links:Call of Duty: WWII trailer - YouTube.Warning: Do NOT Play COD WWII on PC Gamepass - YouTube.2017 Wichita swatting - Wikipedia.Call of Duty: WW2 on PC Game Pass yanked offline amid reports security exploits are leaving players with screens full of smut - Eurogamer.Common Bail Bond Scams and How to Avoid Them - US Attorneys.Can I Check out Another Person's Criminal Record? - Nolo. Belton Bail Bond Testimonials.‘They know everything': Families of inmates at Sumner County Jail targeted in bail scam - Nashville WKRN.Latest scam targets NJ families of those who were recently arrested, demanding bail - New Jersey 1050.John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs by Ian Leslie review – let it be the new gold standard in Beatles studies - The Guardian.Introducing 'John & Paul: A Love Story In Songs' - Ian Leslie.Charles Paris mysteries - BBC Radio 4.Smashing Security merchandise (t-shirts, mugs, stickers and stuff)Sponsored by:Adaptive Security - request a custom demo featuring a real CEO deepfake simulation today from adaptivesecurity.com.Drata - The world's most advanced Trust Management platform – making risk and compliance management accessible, continuous, and 10x more automated than ever before.
It's been a big year for Windows 11 updates. This month is at least semi-manageable! Also, a few more bits from the layoffs. Plus, Amiga Forever 11 and C64 11 Forever help you live in the past! Patch Tuesday Copilot+ PC only: Ask Copilot action for Click to Do 24H2 only: Show smaller Taskbar icons. Screen curtain feature in Narrator. Settings home page for commercial customer 23H2 and 24H2: Windows Share shows preview when sharing web content. Beginning of PC migration feature in Windows Backup. More changes for EU users to meet DMA requirements, mostly Edge related Windows 10: EU/DMA updates as above More Windows 11 WE DID IT! Windows 11 is now in use on more PCs than Windows 10. It's time for Windows 12! No new Insider features but some bug fixes in Canary Microsoft Edge keeps getting more responsive Microsoft 365 and AI Teams gets threading in Channels about three years later than needed Google brought its Veo 3 video generation model to all AI Pro subscribers last week, and now it's bringing that and two other big AI features to Pixel Perplexity just launched its AI web browser Xbox and gaming No, Phil Spencer is not retiring Romero Games forced to cancel Xbox shooter, lay off 100 employees Warcraft Rumble Mobile won't get any more updates Xbox angst in the wake of last week's layoffs is mostly undeserved Xbox fans keep finding new ways to complain - Most of the game/studio closures we know about were well-deserved. If anything, Microsoft let these things continue for too long with no viable deliverables But what is Xbox? Looking at the platform and what Microsoft has done under Phil Spencer paints a very different picture than all the moaning we see on social media Game Pass was key to getting Satya Nadella to keep Xbox going, but after the Activision acquisition, the day and date promise was unworkable. After the changes and price hikes, it's possible that Game Pass has peaked. Microsoft uploaded an out of date version of Call of Duty: WWII to the Store and hilarity ensues Sony to publish a game for Xbox for the first time Epic Games quietly settled with Samsung ahead of today's Unpacked event - but not with Google Tips and picks Tip of the week: Office 365 for IT Pros 2026 Edition is now available App pick of the week: Microsoft Edge RunAs Radio this week: Building Real Software using PowerApps with Luise Freese Brown liquor pick of the week: Bolster Road Maple Rye Whiskey Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/windowsweekly threatlocker.com/twit
It's been a big year for Windows 11 updates. This month is at least semi-manageable! Also, a few more bits from the layoffs. Plus, Amiga Forever 11 and C64 11 Forever help you live in the past! Patch Tuesday Copilot+ PC only: Ask Copilot action for Click to Do 24H2 only: Show smaller Taskbar icons. Screen curtain feature in Narrator. Settings home page for commercial customer 23H2 and 24H2: Windows Share shows preview when sharing web content. Beginning of PC migration feature in Windows Backup. More changes for EU users to meet DMA requirements, mostly Edge related Windows 10: EU/DMA updates as above More Windows 11 WE DID IT! Windows 11 is now in use on more PCs than Windows 10. It's time for Windows 12! No new Insider features but some bug fixes in Canary Microsoft Edge keeps getting more responsive Microsoft 365 and AI Teams gets threading in Channels about three years later than needed Google brought its Veo 3 video generation model to all AI Pro subscribers last week, and now it's bringing that and two other big AI features to Pixel Perplexity just launched its AI web browser Xbox and gaming No, Phil Spencer is not retiring Romero Games forced to cancel Xbox shooter, lay off 100 employees Warcraft Rumble Mobile won't get any more updates Xbox angst in the wake of last week's layoffs is mostly undeserved Xbox fans keep finding new ways to complain - Most of the game/studio closures we know about were well-deserved. If anything, Microsoft let these things continue for too long with no viable deliverables But what is Xbox? Looking at the platform and what Microsoft has done under Phil Spencer paints a very different picture than all the moaning we see on social media Game Pass was key to getting Satya Nadella to keep Xbox going, but after the Activision acquisition, the day and date promise was unworkable. After the changes and price hikes, it's possible that Game Pass has peaked. Microsoft uploaded an out of date version of Call of Duty: WWII to the Store and hilarity ensues Sony to publish a game for Xbox for the first time Epic Games quietly settled with Samsung ahead of today's Unpacked event - but not with Google Tips and picks Tip of the week: Office 365 for IT Pros 2026 Edition is now available App pick of the week: Microsoft Edge RunAs Radio this week: Building Real Software using PowerApps with Luise Freese Brown liquor pick of the week: Bolster Road Maple Rye Whiskey Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/windowsweekly threatlocker.com/twit
Researchers release proof-of-concept exploits for CitrixBleed2. Grafana patches four high-severity vulnerabilities. A hacker claims to have breached Spanish telecom giant Telefónica. Italian police arrest a Chinese man wanted by U.S. authorities for alleged industrial espionage. Beware of a new ransomware group called Bert. Call of Duty goes offline after reports of RCE vulnerabilities. President Trump's spending bill allocates hundreds of millions for cybersecurity. Nearly 26 million job seekers' resumes and personal data are leaked. CISA adds four actively exploited vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog. Outsmarting AI scraper bots with math. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. Threat Vector Segment Cyber attackers are increasingly targeting the very tools developers trust—integrated development environments (IDEs), low-code platforms, and public code repositories. In this segment of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Daniel Frank and Tom Fakterman from Palo Alto Networks' threat research team about “Hunting Threats in Developer Environments.” You can hear David and Tyler's full discussion on Threat Vector here and catch new episodes every Thursday on your favorite podcast app. Selected Reading Public exploits released for Citrix Bleed 2 NetScaler flaw, patch now (Bleeping Computer) Grafana Patches Chromium Bugs, Including Zero-Day Exploited in the Wild (SecurityWeek) Hacker leaks Telefónica data allegedly stolen in a new breach (Bleeping Computer) Italian police arrest Chinese national wanted by FBI for alleged industrial espionage (Reuters) Beware of Bert: New ransomware group targets healthcare, tech firms (The Record) Call of Duty takes PC game offline after multiple reports of RCE attacks on players (CyberScoop) GOP domestic policy bill includes hundreds of millions for military cyber (CyberScoop) TalentHook leaks resumes of 26 Million job seekers (Beyond Machines) CISA Adds Four Known Exploited Vulnerabilities to Catalog (CISA) The Open-Source Software Saving the Internet From AI Bot Scrapers (404 Media) Audience Survey Complete our annual audience survey before August 31. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
//The Wire//2300Z July 7, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: FLOODING DEVASTATES AMERICAN SOUTH. MULTIPLE AMBUSHES REPORTED AT ICE FACILITIES IN TEXAS.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------HomeFront-Texas: Severe flooding continues to impact the state following unusual weather systems producing much more precipitation than originally forecasted. Concerning casualties, 82x fatalities have been reported so far. Hundreds of rescues by small boat and helicopter have been conducted, and Search and Rescue operations continue throughout the Guadalupe and Llano River basins.Texas: This morning, a small arms engagement was reported at the CBP annex in McAllen. Authorities state that an assailant (who has not yet been identified) was waiting in ambush with multiple firearms to target CBP agents arriving for work this morning. After a short firefight, the individual was killed. This shooting comes two days after a separate skirmish was reported at the Prairieland Detention Facility in Alvarado.Friday night, an individual who was visibly armed was acting suspiciously in the vicinity of the Prairieland Detention Facility. Beyond these initial factual details, the timing of events becomes unclear. However, as this situation was unfolding, a group of insurgents were observed maneuvering tactically to the west of the facility, taking up a position haphazardly concealed in a treeline running north/south approximately 50m to the west of the facility's perimeter fence. Shortly after this observation, this element launched their attack by setting off fireworks either as a diversionary maneuver, to conceal the sound of gunfire, or to prompt police to come out of the facility to enter the killzone of their arranged ambush. During the fray, a small arms engagement erupted outside this facility, as the element of insurgents in the treeline opened fire on one of the officers attempting to investigate the situation. No one was killed during the exchange, however one officer was wounded. A total of 11x people have been arrested so far in conjunction with this attack.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: The shooters arrested in conjunction with the Prairieland Detention Center skirmish appear to not necessarily be Cartel-affiliated, but the more garden-variety far-left-insurgent-type. Cartel members don't often take breaks during a small arms battle to spray paint graffiti (as has been reported taking place during this engagement), nor do more organized and professional militants usually get caught en masse like this. All of the attackers were wearing body armor at the time of their arrest, but local reports state that only one firearm was recovered (the rifle that jammed and concluded the attack). As such, this is either a very kinetic "protest" event, or a very poor ambush.Concerning the other small arms engagement (the shooting in McAllen), it's possible there is a link between the two, though authorities have not speculated publicly on this yet. Prior to his attack, the McAllen shooter had spray painted the words "Cordis Die" on his vehicle, which was used to ram the gate at the Border Patrol facility to launch the attack. This phrase is most commonly associated with video game culture (such as the Call of Duty franchise), so it's possible that the attack in Alvarado could be linked, even if it's just a loose link based on ideology. Both attacks were conducted with very obvious public relations efforts in mind, and symbology/politics was certainly a focal point of the evidence left behind. Nevertheless, there are so many attacks on Border Patrol facilities at present that it's hard to establish any clear link between all of the groups who have chosen to conduct targeting efforts.Analyst: S2A1Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground//END REPORT//