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east-africa22 hours ago•12 min saved

Pirates Hijack Sanctioned Tanker Off Yemen, Steering Toward Puntland

Somali pirates hijacked the Eritrean-flagged MT Sibu 1, a U.S.-sanctioned oil products tanker, about 252 km east of Al-Mukalla, Yemen, and steered it toward Puntland with a 20-member crew (16 Indians, plus a Syrian, a Sudanese and an Iraqi; one nationality unclear). The vessel’s port of call and final destination remain unknown, and the attack follows a surge of piracy since April in the Gulf of Aden and western Indian Ocean, with Somali pirates responsible for most hostage-taking in early 2026; Puntland authorities say the renewed piracy involves forces beyond their control but did not identify any group or country.

via allAfrica.com|

#east-africa #petroleum #piracy

entertainment1 day ago•47 min saved

Statham’s Mutiny Struggles at Box Office After Early Leak

A piracy leak hit Jason Statham's Mutiny days before its release, but the mid‑budget action thriller still opened in the top five with about $7.5 million in North America; with a production cost around $40 million, overseas numbers will determine profitability, and while critics were mixed, audience reactions hint at streaming/PVOD upside if it finds traction abroad.

via Yahoo|

#box-office #entertainment #jason-statham

gaming3 days ago•11 min saved

Resonance Crack Leaks Early, Pirates Warn of Malware

Ahead of its August 27 launch, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy has leaked and been cracked with playable pirated builds circulating online; pirates warn that the pirated packages may carry malware due to the repacker’s history, the install size is about 75 GB, and there has been no public comment from Focus Entertainment or Asobo Studio.

via TechPowerUp|

#crack #gaming #leak

world-news4 days ago•126 min saved

Somali pirates seize tanker off Yemen as piracy wave returns

Somali pirates hijacked an oil tanker off the coast of Yemen, marking a resurgence of piracy in the region and raising concerns about security along key shipping lanes near the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden; details on the vessel and crew remain scarce as authorities investigate.

via AP News|

#maritime-security #oil-tanker #piracy

world4 days ago•14 min saved

Pirates hijack two Indian-crewed tankers in Gulf of Aden and Puntland, 22 sailors safe

Two ships carrying 22 Indian crew were hijacked by armed pirates off Yemen (Gulf of Aden) and Somalia (Puntland) within days of each other; the Eritrea-flagged MT Sibu 1 carried 16 Indians, while the Cameroon-flagged M/V LUTUF had six Indians, and neither crew nor vessel injuries have been reported as pirates remain in control, underscoring rising maritime-security risks in the Red Sea/Indian Ocean region.

via The Times of India|

#gulf-of-aden #hijack #indian-seafarers

entertainment5 days ago•16 min saved

Prime Slip Triggers Multimillion-Dollar Fallout Over Jason Statham’s Mutiny Leak

Amazon accidentally leaked Jason Statham’s big-budget thriller Mutiny on Prime Video days before its theatrical release, triggering a multimillion-dollar backlash from international buyers and theater partners who invested in the film; the leak briefly appeared on Prime’s product page, prompting Lionsgate’s anti-piracy efforts and talks about compensation, while reps declined comment.

via Deadline|

#amazon-prime-video #entertainment #jason-statham

news5 days ago•13 min saved

Rats Run Wild as Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Leaks Ahead of Launch

PC copies of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy leaked a week before its August 27 launch, with DRM cracked and loading-screen images circulating online; the leak mirrors a broader 2026 pattern of early game piracies as the Asobo Studio prequel to the rat-filled horror series heads to a roughly 20-hour, narrative-driven, action-focused experience and day-one Game Pass availability.

via Kotaku|

#asobo-studio #game-leaks #leaks

entertainment6 days ago•7 min saved

Mutiny leak on Prime Video nudges the piracy conversation before release

The Verge reported that Prime Video briefly had the Jason Statham thriller Mutiny available for about 1 hour and 35 minutes before it was taken down, just days before its exclusive theatrical release this Friday. No comments have come from Prime Video, Punch Palace/MadRiver, or Lionsgate, highlighting ongoing challenges for studios and platforms in policing leaks.

via A.V. Club|

#entertainment #jason-statham #mutiny

technology10 days ago•5 min saved

Tiny Discs, Big Impact: Why the GameCube Used Mini DVDs

Nintendo used proprietary 3.15-inch miniDVDs with under 1.5GB capacity for the GameCube to cut costs, shrink the console, and deter piracy, while enabling faster loading and a smaller drive. However, the tradeoffs included no DVD playback like rivals' systems and weaker third-party support, factors that likely limited sales compared with the PlayStation 2 and Xbox.

via Engadget|

#gamecube #loading-times #minidvd

world12 days ago•2 min saved

UAE accuses Iran of unprovoked strikes on ADNOC ships in Strait of Hormuz as Lincoln rumors are debunked

The United Arab Emirates says Iran conducted unprovoked attacks on two ADNOC-linked vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, calling the incidents acts of piracy and urging the complete, unconditional reopening of the strait with no injuries reported. Separately, CENTCOM rejected recent reports of deaths or a spike in suicidality aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, stating no service members died and a sailor who fell overboard was recovered safely, emphasizing the carrier’s crew remains resilient.

via Fox News|

#adnoc #iran #piracy

technology18 days ago•10 min saved

The All-Digital PS5 Era: Who Gains, Who Loses

Sony plans to end PlayStation 5 physical discs in early 2028, prompting a global mix of reactions. Rural and developing regions worry about access and the loss of a secondhand market and library lending, while some players adapt with faster internet or offline workarounds for DRM and tournament setups; others see digital ownership risks and piracy shifts. Overall, the shift to all-digital is not likely to destroy gaming communities but will reshape accessibility, economics, and ownership norms.

via GameSpot|

#digital-distribution #libraries #ownership

gaming23 days ago•2 min saved

Beast of Reincarnation Leaks Ahead of PC Launch

Beast of Reincarnation, a new action RPG from GAME FREAKS that blends real-time action with the tactical depth of turn-based strategy, is due on PC on August 3 but has already leaked and been cracked. Pre-loads reportedly appeared and videos are circulating online, though no download links will be hosted. The game follows Emma and her dog Koo through a ruined Japan with Blooming Arts as a key mechanic, and DSOGaming will share performance impressions after launch.

via DSOGaming|

#beast-of-reincarnation #game-freaks #gaming

news24 days ago•13 min saved

Pirate Leak Previews Beast of Reincarnation Ahead of Launch

Kotaku reports that Game Freak’s upcoming action RPG Beast of Reincarnation has allegedly leaked to pirates three days before its August 4 release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Steam. Pirates claim early access and mixed performance impressions, while Game Freak and its publisher Fictions have not commented. The leak is part of a broader pattern of pre-release cracks affecting other AAA titles.

via Kotaku|

#beast-of-reincarnation #game-freak #leak

entertainment1 month ago•3 min saved

Universal Issues IP Warning After The Odyssey Leak

Universal Studios issued a strong warning after an unauthorized high‑quality copy of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey leaked online, triggering takedown protocols and a pledge to pursue remedies to protect IP; the clip circulated on X, racking up millions of views before a takedown. The leak coincides with the film’s strong box-office run, including an around $87 million second weekend, and related distribution chatter and technical issues noted in coverage.

via Los Angeles Times|

#box-office #christopher-nolan #copyright-infringement

entertainment1 month ago•16 min saved

Universal Tackles The Odyssey Piracy Wave After Social Media Leaks

Universal Pictures says it immediately initiated takedown protocols after unauthorized postings of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey appeared on X, with lower- and higher-quality pirated versions circulating before being removed or accounts suspended; the studio notes copyright enforcement and ongoing efforts to curb piracy, while the film remains a box-office hit, crossing $600 million globally in its second weekend with a star-studded cast.

via The Hollywood Reporter|