BusinessStartups

Chess.com Founders Overcame Investor Skepticism to Build 225-Million-User Platform, Report Reveals

** Sources indicate that Chess.com’s founders faced widespread skepticism from investors and the chess community when launching their platform. According to reports, they bootstrapped the business instead, which has since grown into one of the world’s largest online chess platforms with a valuation reportedly exceeding $1 billion. **CONTENT:**

The Underdog Story of Chess.com’s Rise

ComputingSoftware

Microsoft Issues Final Windows 10 Recovery Updates Amid Windows 11 Troubles

Microsoft has rolled out the final Windows Recovery Environment updates for all supported Windows 10 versions. The release comes as the company faces significant WinRE navigation problems with Windows 11 25H2 updates, creating a mixed landscape for Windows recovery tools.

Final Windows 10 Recovery Updates Released

Microsoft has reportedly issued what sources indicate are the final Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) updates for all supported versions of Windows 10. According to reports, these Dynamic Update packages—KB5068164, KB5067017, KB5067016, KB5067015, and KB5067018—were released on October 14, 2025, following the final Patch Tuesday update for Windows 10 earlier this month. The timing is notable as Microsoft simultaneously faces significant recovery environment issues with its newer Windows 11 25H2 update.

BusinessGaming

Ex-Grand Theft Auto Executive’s Sci-Fi Game Faces Backlash After Disastrous Launch

The highly anticipated sci-fi adventure MindsEye from former Grand Theft Auto producer Leslie Benzies has been labeled “the worst game of 2025” by critics. Staff at Build a Rocket Boy studio were reportedly stunned by management’s response to the disastrous launch, which included allegations of internal sabotage.

Disastrous Launch for Highly Anticipated Sci-Fi Game

MindsEye, the debut video game from Edinburgh studio Build a Rocket Boy, has reportedly become one of 2025’s biggest gaming disappointments according to industry reports. The sci-fi adventure title, developed by former Grand Theft Auto producer Leslie Benzies, was released to scathing reviews from both critics and players who described it as “broken” and “buggy.”

SecuritySoftware

Microsoft Rushes Emergency Patch After Windows 11 Update Disrupts Core Functions

Microsoft is deploying an emergency patch after a mandatory Windows 11 security update reportedly broke localhost connections, disrupted peripherals, and rendered the recovery environment unusable. The company acknowledged the widespread issues following user reports of installation failures and system instability. Analysts suggest this highlights ongoing challenges in Microsoft’s update ecosystem.

Widespread System Disruption Following Security Update

Microsoft has confirmed it is rolling out an emergency patch for Windows 11 after a recent mandatory security update caused significant system disruptions for millions of users, according to reports from multiple technology publications. The problematic update, identified as KB5066835, has reportedly broken localhost connections, preventing locally hosted applications from connecting to networks, and has caused multiple installation failures along with peripheral device malfunctions.

PolicySustainability

Jersey Government Maintains 2050 Net-Zero Emissions Target Amid Climate Strategy Review

Jersey Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham has confirmed the government’s ongoing commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The reaffirmation comes in response to parliamentary questioning about the island’s climate goals. The target aligns with international climate agreements and the Carbon Neutral Roadmap adopted in 2022.

Jersey’s Climate Commitment Reaffirmed

Jersey’s government has reaffirmed its commitment to reaching carbon neutrality by 2050, according to recent statements from Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham. The confirmation came in response to a written question from Deputy Max Andrews regarding the government’s position on emissions targets.