Heroic Games Launcher merges Epic, GOG, and Amazon games into a single client

A new formulation for zeroth-order optimization of adversarial EXEmples in malware detection has been introduced, addressing the vulnerability of machine learning malware detectors to carefully-crafted Windows programs designed to evade detection. This approach allows for functionality-preserving manipulations, enabling the use of efficient gradient-free optimization algorithms with minimal hyper-parameter tuning.

A new Linux malware known as VoidLink has been identified, showcasing an unusually broad and advanced array of capabilities that surpass typical malware threats. This development marks a significant escalation in the sophistication of malware targeting Linux systems.

Amazon has begun automatically upgrading Amazon Prime members to its new Alexa+ service, which features generative AI capabilities aimed at enhancing user interactions and task performance. This upgrade is part of Amazon's ongoing efforts to modernize its voice assistant technology.

IXI Eyewear is set to launch innovative smart glasses that automatically adjust focus in real time, a development supported by over $40 million in funding, including investments from Amazon. This technology aims to replicate the natural focusing ability of the human eye, potentially rendering traditional bifocals obsolete.