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Dec 24, 2021
The Steam Deck uses a custom APU from AMD and SteamOS 3.0 based on Linux. (Image source: @AKoshelkov)

Steam Deck stars in unboxing and gameplay video as game creators show off their dev kits on social media

The Steam Deck handheld console has turned up in an unboxing, setup, and gameplay video posted on YouTube. In addition, more game-makers have been sharing clips and images of their Steam Deck dev kits, which includes a size comparison photo with a MacBook Air. Valve’s handheld gaming computer should be released in February 2022.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Dec 2021 17:42
Huawei will only sell the Watch D in China for the moment. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch D: Waterproof smartwatch launches with blood pressure monitoring and ECG capabilities for the masses

Huawei has unveiled the Watch D, the company's latest smartwatch and its first that can measure blood pressure levels. The Watch D can take an ECG too, and has built-in GPS and NFC support. Huawei has equipped the Watch D with a large display, but the smartwatch will currently only be available in China.
Alex Alderson, 24 Dec 2021 17:31
First R1S electric SUV deliveries aim to keep Rivian's December release promise

First R1S electric SUV deliveries aim to keep Rivian's December release promise

Rivian's stock price traded below its IPO level for the first time after the electric truck maker announced it will miss the 2021 production goals due to battery supply chain issues. As if to counter the bad impressions, Rivian announced the delivery of its first R1S electric SUV vehicles this week, to the company's Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officers.
Daniel Zlatev, 24 Dec 2021 17:15
Uperfect X Pro LapDock

Uperfect X Pro LapDock in review - Mobile 4K touch display with included battery

Touch display for the road! Uperfect has introduced the X Pro LapDock, a portable 4K touch screen that can also be used autonomously due to the built-in battery. We take a closer look at whether the screen delivers what Uperfect promises.
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Sebastian Bade, 24 Dec 2021 17:04
Lenovo China hints at its latest gaming PCs. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo hints at a laptop called the Legion Y900P and more in its latest Chinese-language CES 2022 teasers

Lenovo has announced that it has a new Legion Y9000P in the works for 2022. It is now touted to have a QHD display with a 165Hz refresh rate and HDR400. The OEM has yet to mention further specs for this upcoing gaming machine, although it is possible that a 16-inch form factor and Ryzen 5000 silicon is in the offing here.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Dec 2021 16:54
Innovative electric car maker NIO may prep to enter the U.S. market and take on Tesla directly

Innovative electric car maker NIO may prep to enter the U.S. market and take on Tesla directly

NIO, one of the most innovative Chinese electric car makers, may be preparing to bring its cars to this side of the pond, after managing to launch several of them in Europe. Its 2022 expansion plans include bringing the 600-mile ET7 sedan to Norway and five other EU countries, but a few LinkedIn job listings suggest that it could very well be eyeing the American market, too, despite the formidable presence of Tesla.
Daniel Zlatev, 24 Dec 2021 16:26
The Vivo Watch 2. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo launches its second-gen Watch as an eSIM-enabled wearable with a dual-chipset system

Vivo has now made its Watch 2 official in China. This new smartwatch has a round AMOLED display and a simplified design compared to its predecessor. It is also 4G/LTE-capable by default, which raises its price to some degree. On the other hand, the OEM claims that the user can get up to 7 days' worth of battery life and lots of smart life-admin features for that price.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Dec 2021 16:18
DuckDuckGo has announced that it is building a desktop app to increase users' privacy. (Image source: DuckDuckGo)

DuckDuckGo is working on a standalone desktop browser for increased user privacy

DuckDuckGo has revealed that it is building a desktop app similar to its mobile app. The desktop app aims to provide increased privacy for users, with features such as the Fire Button, to clear all tabs, browsing history and data at the click of a button.
Polly Allcock, 24 Dec 2021 15:28
You can now use your Tesla as a megaphone to alert pedestrians in real time

You can now use your Tesla as a megaphone to alert pedestrians in real time

Tesla has added a new Megaphone mode in the audio options of the mandated external speakers that are used to raise awareness among pedestrians about a Tesla approaching at low speed. The Megaphone option is in addition to the Boombox mode that was received with the big holiday update last year, and could play pre-recorded audio via that same speaker alert system.
Daniel Zlatev, 24 Dec 2021 15:26
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme G4 Review: The best Multimedia Laptop thanks to Core i9 and RTX 3080?

88% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme G4 Review: The best Multimedia Laptop thanks to Core i9 and RTX 3080?

GPU issues affect the user experience. The fourth generation of Lenovo’s multimedia laptop ThinkPad X1 Extreme introduces vapor chamber cooling to the series and enables more powerful GPUs, but is the GeForce RTX 3080 really worth the premium and is there a noticeable advantage over the RTX 3070? Update: We found the solution for the GPU bug
Intel Core i9-11950H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU, 16", 1.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 24 Dec 2021 13:11
The Intel Core i7-12800H has shaken things up for the Apple M1 Max on Geekbench. (Image source: Intel/Apple - edited)

Tweaked Intel Core i7-12800H threatens Apple M1 Max power in new Razer Blade 15 (2022) Geekbench runs

The Alder Lake Intel Core i7-12800H has surfaced on Geekbench once again, this time inside a 2022 Razer Blade 15 laptop. The powerful hybrid chip, which can count on 14 cores and 20 threads, produced results that blow past its predecessors and AMD rivals, with the i7-12800H able to square off directly against the all-powerful Apple M1 Max.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Dec 2021 04:17
Zigma Aerio 300 air purifier now shipping for $169 USD with AI learning capabilities and strong software support

Deal | Zigma Aerio 300 air purifier now shipping for $169 USD with AI learning capabilities and strong software support

The Zigma app can log daily air quality levels and allow users to set different PM2.5 boundaries for the purifier to respond accordingly. The software is much more developed than the simpler ones from other manufacturers.
Allen Ngo, 24 Dec 2021 03:13
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Huawei's latest smart glasses. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei unveils its new, HarmonyOS-powered smart glasses

Huawei has rounded its bumper product event of today (December 23, 2021) out with the introduction of new smart glasses. These accessories are, like their predecessors, equipped with speakers and mics for hands-free use and entertainment. Then again, this new generation also has something of a health-tracking component.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Dec 2021 22:54
A Finn didn't want to pay for an expensive battery replacement, so he decided to dispose of his Tesla Model S with a bang (Image: Pommijätkät)

Video shows Tesla owner blowing up his Model S with dynamite because repairs would've been too expensive

Instead of paying a lot of money for the battery replacement of his Tesla Model S, a man from Finland opted for a rather spectacular kind of disposal of his electric car, which of course was filmed and now put on YouTube.
Enrico Frahn, 23 Dec 2021 20:33
Lenovo Flex 3 Chromebook 11M836 review: Cheap and functional

80% Lenovo Flex 3 Chromebook 11M836 review: Cheap and functional

MediaTek-powered machine. A no-frills convertible Chromebook designed for grade schoolers, travel, or a secondary backup laptop. It's relatively sturdy if you can get past the chunky size.
Mediatek MT8183, ARM Mali-G72 MP3, 11.6", 1.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 23 Dec 2021 20:32
Huawei has unveiled the P50 Pocket in China and globally. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei P50 Pocket launched for ~US$1,410 with a Snapdragon 888 4G SoC and a 120 Hz display

Huawei has unveiled the P50 Pocket globally, a clamshell smartphone with a 6.9-inch display when unfolded. The P50 Pocket also has a 4,000 mAh battery, four cameras and a Snapdragon 888 4G SoC. The P50 Pocket does not come cheap though, with the device starting at CNY 8,998 (~US$1,410) in China.
Alex Alderson, 23 Dec 2021 19:56
The MateBook X Pro 2022. (Source: Huawei)

The Huawei MateBook X Pro 2022 is a new 3K 90Hz display laptop with a pressure-sensitive trackpad

Huawei's latest MateBook X Pro has debuted with the OEM's new Free Touch feature, which consists of a trackpad capable of responding to a variety of gestures, as some phones' screens might. It also offers the company's "finest display yet": a 14-inch 3K touch panel driven by Tiger Lake silicon.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Dec 2021 19:21
CATL strives to be NIO's 600-mile range semi-solid state battery supplier with a new 'ultrahigh nickel' tech

CATL strives to be NIO's 600-mile range semi-solid state battery supplier with a new 'ultrahigh nickel' tech

The world's biggest electric car battery maker - CATL - may have become complacent when it comes to innovation, reports local media. It now has to fight to bring back NIO's business when it comes to the unique 600+ mile battery pack for its ET5 and ET7 sedans. NIO developed the 150 kWh "semi-solid state" battery with a nimbler competitor instead of with CATL, forcing it to go back to the negotiation table with a new "ultrahigh nickel" technology and a new EV battery chemistry offer.
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Dec 2021 19:07
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Camera comparison: These high-end smartphones take the best photos

Camera comparison: These high-end smartphones take the best photos

Something for everyone. We pitted four best camera smartphones against each other. These include the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, the Oppo Find X3 Pro, Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, and the iPhone 13 Pro. Read on to find out which phone emerges as the winner in our comparison.
Daniel Schmidt, 23 Dec 2021 16:33
Crypto regulatory compliance automation firm Astra raises US$9 million in a private token sale

Crypto regulatory compliance automation firm Astra raises US$9 million in a private token sale

The cryptocurrency regulation requirements will only grow with time, and there are now services like the Astra Protocol that are offering automated compliance layer over digital asset trades. To continue its development, Astra has raised US$9 million in a private token sale from notable investors like Republic, DAOMaker, Fundamental Labs, Faculty, Richard Dai, and Wave GP Cardano. The Astra regulatory layer has built-in Know-Your-Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money-Laundering (AML) compliance abilities.
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Dec 2021 15:52
Leaked Xiaomi 12 renders. (Source: OnLeaks X Zouton US)

Rumor | Xiaomi 12: Leak purports to reveal major specs and pricing details of the upcoming Xiaomi flagship

Details of the Xiaomi 12 series are mostly unconfirmed with the exception of Xiaomi's marketed display specifications. A new leak from China purports to lay the vanilla Xiaomi 12 bare, though, by revealing its specs and pricing ahead of launch.
Ricci Rox, 23 Dec 2021 14:44
Motorola is expected to update 30 devices to Android 12. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola confirms Android 12 update plan for 30 smartphones

Motorola has confirmed that it plans to update at least 30 smartphones to Android 12. Some older smartphones have missed the cut, including those released in 2019. Motorola's foldable smartphones will receive Android 12, though.
Alex Alderson, 23 Dec 2021 12:50
The Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra, not the Galaxy S22 Note. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Galaxy Unpacked and launch dates for the Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra delayed as Galaxy S22 Note name gets debunked

Reportedly, Samsung has delayed the Galaxy Unpacked and launch dates for the Galaxy S22 series. A separate leak has revealed a Galaxy S22 series marketing poster that seemingly debunked the idea that Samsung will release its premier smartphone as the Galaxy S22 Note.
Alex Alderson, 23 Dec 2021 12:31
Some Amazon Fire TV Omni Series users can now use a Zoom app on their TV. (Image source: Amazon Fire TV)

Amazon brings Zoom to Fire TV Omni Series in time for the holidays

You can now start and join Zoom meetings on the Amazon Fire TV Omni Series. The Zoom app is currently available to users in the US and Canada, and it aims to make calls to loved ones over the festive season and beyond more straightforward.
Polly Allcock, 23 Dec 2021 12:11
The Pixel Watch will be Wear OS 3's debut. (Image source: Ian Zelbo)

Google Pixel Watch to launch with next-generation Google Assistant and maybe even an Exynos SoC

The Pixel Watch may still be a few months away from launching, but 9to5Google has found more details about it within Google apps. Google's first smartwatch will showcase Wear OS 3, with support for a next-generation Google Assistant. The Pixel Watch could be powered by an Exynos-manufactured SoC, too.
Alex Alderson, 23 Dec 2021 11:14
The Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi reveals details of the Xiaomi 12 Pro's premium display ahead of launch

The Xiaomi 12 Pro is set to make its grand debut alongside the Xiaomi 12 next week and Xiaomi has now also revealed some information on the flagship phone's display. While the regular Xiaomi 12 uses a small FHD+ display made by Huaxing, the Xiaomi 12 Pro will sport more premium hardware.
Ricci Rox, 23 Dec 2021 10:40
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

7424 Ampere cores @ 975MHz, 256 Bit GDDR6 @ 14000MHz
Specifications and benchmarks of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU graphics card for Notebooks.
The potential Fitbit mood tracker would need access to the historical mental health data of the user. (Image source: Unsplash)

Future Fitbit wearable could offer mental state monitoring and mood tracking at a potential privacy cost

A patent filed by Fitbit has led to the suggestion that the company could be working on a smartwatch device or similar wearable that is capable of tracking the user’s mental health or mood. The Fitbit wearable would use non-invasive methods to help diagnose mental state; however, some parts of the patent do set off privacy alarm bells.
Daniel R Deakin, 23 Dec 2021 07:17
Intel's 12th Generation of chips features a hybrid microarchitecture with P cores and E cores. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Core i9-12900 for under US$530 and i5-12400 for less than US$210 as Alder Lake price leak shows Team Blue means business

A retailer has seemingly leaked price tags for many upcoming entry-level and mainstream Alder Lake processors. The 16-core, 24-thread Intel Core i9-12900 is listed with a price of US$529.99, while the competitive i5-12400 and i5-12400F are apparently going to cost US$209.99 and US$179.99, respectively. Stock coolers are believed to be included in the price.
Daniel R Deakin, 23 Dec 2021 05:14
The Lenovo Legion Y700 offers competitive display specifications for its class. (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

Lenovo Legion Y700: 8.8-inch gaming tablet display specs will delight users looking for an Android alternative to the iPad Mini

First official details of the upcoming Lenovo Legion Y700 gaming tablet have been shared on Chinese social media. The 8.8-inch tablet could be an ideal Android alternative to the iPad Mini in a form factor that makes it easy to wield during intense gaming sessions. The Legion Y700 tablet may sport a Snapdragon 8 series SoC.
Daniel R Deakin, 23 Dec 2021 03:18
RadioShack has now been converted into a cryptocurrency platform. (Image: backtothe1980z)

RadioShack resurrects as a cryptocurrency company

RadioShack has been repurposed as a cryptocurrency platform by its owners. The company is joining forces with Atlas USV to create a system to swap cryptocurrencies into DeFi by leveraging Atlas USV's resources. RadioShack's new mission is to bring DeFi to the mainstream.
Aleem Ali, 23 Dec 2021 02:58
Apple will release the next-generation M2 chip in the second half of 2022. (Image source: Apple)

Report claims that Apple will release its next-generation M2 silicon in the second-half of 2022 and will be built on TSMC's 4 nm process

Apple will reportedly target an 18-month product refresh cycle with its M2 processor. Allegedly, Apple's M2 silicon will be built using TSMC's 4 nm process. Furthermore, there will only be an M2 next year with more powerful Pro and Max chips falling to 2023.
Fawad Murtaza, 23 Dec 2021 00:09
Dec 22, 2021
PAMU Z1 ANC Earbuds hands-on: Low cost, high comfort

PAMU Z1 ANC Earbuds hands-on: Low cost, high comfort

The PAMU Z1 ANC earbuds are an affordable pair of wireless buds with a comfortable ergonomic design. While the Z1s lack features and high-end sound quality found on other TWS earphones, they fit comfortably and outclass many options in their price bracket.
Sam Medley, 22 Dec 2021 23:56
The Xiaomi isn't as wide as the iPhone 13. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi hypes up the Xiaomi 12's display with a series of teasers as first hands-on image surface

The Xiaomi 12 will make its debut on December 28 and Xiaomi is now marketing the phone ahead of launch. The company appears to believe that the Xiaomi 12's screen is its biggest selling point, and is strongly pushing the phone's compactness as well as its overall display qualities.
Ricci Rox, 22 Dec 2021 23:19
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE smartphone review: The top seller gets fine-tuned

86% Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE smartphone review: The top seller gets fine-tuned

Really new? Xiaomi has provided the popular Lite model of its 11 series with a slight upgrade. Read on to find out whether the newer SoC and the new color variants really justify the higher purchase price, and whether the upgrade is even worth it.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6.55", 158 g
Daniel Schmidt, 22 Dec 2021 22:10
Tesla makes some Superchargers free for customers from December 23 to 26. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla gifts free supercharging to customers travelling before Christmas on certain routes

Tesla has announced that its customers can charge their EVs free of cost at 70 Superchargers located around the U.S. Users can take advantage of free charging from December 23 to 26, during off-peak hours. Most of the chargers are clustered around California.
Fawad Murtaza, 22 Dec 2021 20:07
Scammers once again targeted careless crypto holders in 2021 and managed to steal a total of US$7.7 billion (Image: Executium)

US$7.7 billion have been stolen in crypto scams and rug pulls in 2021

With overall US$7.7 billion of stolen crypto, this year may not set a new record in terms of crypto crimes, but it definitely represents an uptick regarding one certain type of scam which unfortunately has become increasingly prevalent in 2021.
Enrico Frahn, 22 Dec 2021 19:58
Honor's first-gen foldable. (Source: Honor via Weibo)

Honor confirms its first foldable is on the way, under an unexpected new name

Honor has just announced that its long-awaited first-gen foldable smartphone will be here soon. This "flagship" has been rumored to be called either the Magic Fold or Magic X - however, the company has now confirmed that its name is...neither of these.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 19:26
The OnePlus 10 Pro might look like this. (Source: WaqarKhanHD)

OnePlus 10 Pro: "LTPO 2.0" technology for the flagship phone's display is confirmed

OnePlus' CEO, Pete Lau, has just confirmed that the brand's upcoming 10 Pro flagship will be unveiled in early 2022. Now, the exec has taken to Weibo again to tease the smartphone's display in terms of what may be one of its most advanced features direct from its supplier Samsung, dubbed "LTPO 2.0".
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 17:36
F-Secure found that Ellume at-home COVID-19 tests were hackable via Bluetooth, allowing you to falsify your test result. (Image source: Roman Wimmers on Unsplash)

Researcher reveals that some at-home COVID-19 tests could be hacked using Bluetooth

It has been discovered that you can hack some at-home COVID-19 lateral flow tests via Bluetooth. This flaw would allow you to modify your test result. However, the problem has now been resolved, ensuring that you cannot alter the outcome of your test.
Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2021 17:33
The Intel Core i5-12400F is recorded as a 6-core, 12-thread part. (Image source: CPU-Z Validator/Intel - edited)

Punchy Intel Core i5-12400F knocks out the Ryzen 5 5600X and i9-11900K in single-thread benchmark

The Intel Core i5-12400F has been spotted on another synthetic benchmark, and once again it appears to be punching higher than its weight. The Alder Lake chip managed a higher single-thread score than rivals such as the Ryzen 5 5600X and Ryzen 9 5900X, and it also pipped the CPU-Z Validator chart single-thread score for the Intel Core i9-11900K.
Daniel R Deakin, 22 Dec 2021 17:32
Amazon has just managed ban itself on Twitch

Amazon account banned on Amazon-owned Twitch

Twitch has strict community guidelines, and they seem to work better than the legislation of many countries in the world. The official Spanish-language Amazon Prime Video channel was suspended from Twitch (which is owned by Amazon) on Sunday, shortly after a presenter accidentally revealed her breast during a live show.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Dec 2021 17:16
The Amazfit GTR 3. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit's latest GTS 3, GTR 3 and GTR 3 Pro smartwatches get a new software update

Amazfit launched its third-gen GT-series flagship wearables earlier in 2021, complete with an inaugural Pro variant. This GTR 3 Pro is the only one that has reportedly received a new GoPro app via its latest update. The other 2 have mostly been graced with stability and system upgrades.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 17:06
The iPhone 13. (Source: Apple)

iPhone 13 units made in India are now slated to become available from 2022

Foxconn's plant located in Chennai, India is reportedly preparing to manufacture the vanilla iPhone 13 from early 2022. This new production run for the flagship device is projected to fuel exports as well as national sales, thus potentially helping to ease its prevailing supply issues worldwide.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 16:28
Is this the GT2 Pro? (Source: Realme via Vogue IT)

Realme finally confirms a GT2 series launch alongside a leak-crushing new fashion-forward teaser

Realme has finally set a date for a formal GT2 flagship smartphone series launch. Meanwhile, its latest official teaser comes in the form of an entire piece commissioned in Vogue Italy, for the devices' "world-first" finish, now revealed as part of a 'green' industrial design that looks nothing like earlier renders.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 15:54
The TicWatch GTK has a 1.3-inch display. (Image source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi TicWatch GTK launches with up to 10 days of battery life at a budget price

Mobvoi has presented the TicWatch GTK, an affordable smartwatch with a 1.3-inch display. Supposedly, the TicWatch GTK should last up to 10 days between charges too and supports over 100 pre-loaded watch faces.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2021 14:40
Reputedly, the Galaxy A83 will arrive looking like this. (Image source: LetsGoDigital & Technizo Concept)Reputedly, the Galaxy A83 will arrive looking like this. (Image source: LetsGoDigital & Technizo Concept)Reputedly, the Galaxy A83 will arrive looking like this. (Image source: LetsGoDigital & Technizo Concept)Reputedly, the Galaxy A83 will arrive looking like this. (Image source: LetsGoDigital & Technizo Concept)Reputedly, the Galaxy A83 will arrive looking like this. (Image source: LetsGoDigital & Technizo Concept)Reputedly, the Galaxy A83 will arrive looking like this. (Image source: LetsGoDigital & Technizo Concept)Reputedly, the Galaxy A83 will arrive looking like this. (Image source: LetsGoDigital & Technizo Concept)Reputedly, the Galaxy A83 will arrive looking like this. (Image source: LetsGoDigital & Technizo Concept)Reputedly, the Galaxy A83 will arrive looking like this. (Image source: LetsGoDigital & Technizo Concept)

Samsung Galaxy A83: Concept renders offer a look at triple camera smartphone set for release in early 2022

Rumour has it that Samsung is preparing to release a Galaxy A83, seemingly the successor to the Quantum 2. The device is tipped to feature a 120 Hz display, along with an ISOCELL GN5 as its primary camera.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2021 14:37
Discord hack steals Solana crypto from Fractal's in-game NFT channel subscribers

Discord hack steals Solana crypto from Fractal's in-game NFT channel subscribers

Using Discord's webhooks interface, hackers gained access to the official channel of the new Fractal marketplace for in-game NFT trading, established by Twitch's co-founder Justin Kan. Instead of a link to a promised NFT Airdrop giveaway, Fractal's Discord channel subscribers got a malicious one that was used to grant access to their Solana crypto wallets. Ultimately, 373 Discord subs clicked on it and connected their wallets to the anonymous scam account only to see their SOL holdings emptied in record time. Fractal promised to compensate their losses and thanked the hackers for the free publicity.
Daniel Zlatev, 22 Dec 2021 14:02

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