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Nintendo rolls out week-long Switch downtime, adds new online maintenance session
technology1 month ago

Nintendo rolls out week-long Switch downtime, adds new online maintenance session

Nintendo released its maintenance schedule for the week of July 26, 2026, adding a new Switch 2/Switch online-play session and warning of downtime across several games as network services go offline during the windows. Affected titles include Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Pokemon Scarlet/Violet, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, F-Zero 99, and others, with a separate Switch Online maintenance window planned for mid-August.

Krispy Kreme Faces Online Order Disruptions After Cyberattack
technology1 year ago

Krispy Kreme Faces Online Order Disruptions After Cyberattack

Krispy Kreme is addressing a cybersecurity breach that has disrupted its online donut ordering service in the US since November 29th. The company has engaged cybersecurity experts to resolve the issue, which has not affected its commercial distribution but has had a significant financial impact due to expert fees. Krispy Kreme has cybersecurity insurance and does not anticipate long-term effects on its financial condition. The cause of the breach is under investigation, with speculation about potential negotiations with threat actors.

PlayStation 2024 Wrap-Up Launches, Faces Immediate Downtime
technology1 year ago

PlayStation 2024 Wrap-Up Launches, Faces Immediate Downtime

Sony's PlayStation Wrap-Up 2024 was taken offline shortly after its launch due to technical issues, leaving users unable to access their gaming stats. Although last year's Wrap-Up also faced initial glitches, it was resolved within hours, but this year's issues have persisted longer. The Wrap-Up briefly worked, offering users insights into their PlayStation history, but access was inconsistent. Sony has yet to announce when the service will be fully operational again.