Twitter rebrands to ‘X,’ hackers infect Call of Duty, and foreign visitors to China go cashless

The tech world has been abuzz following news that Twitter has officially rebranded to ‘X’. The platform previously used the ‘Twitter’ moniker since its 2006 founding, becoming one of the most recognizable names in social media. Twitter’s CEO has cited their strategy of using ‘X’ instead of ‘Twitter’ was to encourage users to express themselves without feeling limited by the pre-existing communication biases associated with the platform. This of course includes promoting more free-flowing communication.

The rebranding has been celebrated by many users who are confident their messages are more likely to be received with an open mind when delivered under the new name. In fact, it has revealed the potential that lies beyond the confines of traditional social networks.

This news arrived just as hackers revealed a massive attack had been leveled against the Call of Duty game franchise. The hackers forced the popular gaming developers to shut down servers around the world. Worse yet, they unearthed customer data, such as email addresses, phone numbers, game usernames, and passwords.

While cyber-security experts jumped into action to contain the threat and help victims recover affected accounts, the attack shone a light on how vulnerable gamers could be to attacks of this magnitude. It also serves a reminder on the importance of taking proactive measures to protect online accounts from similar malicious activity.

Finally, foreign travelers to China may have been pleasantly surprised to find that cashless payments have been adopted more widely across the country. This has been particularly helpful in areas where tourists can’t always get access to Chinese money. Moreover, it’s a great way to enjoy the convenience of cashless payments, regardless of where you are in China. Chinese tech giants such as Alibaba and WeChat are two of the most prominent providers of cashless payments – both in China and overseas.

To sum it up, the tech landscape has seen some interesting developments this week. Twitter’s rebranding announcement has been warmly welcomed by millions, while hackers’ infiltration of Call of Duty serves as a cautionary tale for gamers world-wide. Finally, foreign visitors to China may be pleased to find that cashless payments are increasingly common throughout the country.