Category:Big Tech & Platforms

Apple has reversed course on a planned change to Hide My Email, preserving one of iCloud+’s better-known privacy tools after users argued that the update would have made it easier for websites to block masked addresses during sign-up. Apple keeps…

ai testing plan The Trump administration has drafted a voluntary AI testing framework meant to assess cybersecurity risks in advanced models, but the plan appears limited in scope and short on detail. According to reporting from Axios, the framework excludes…

apple taps Apple’s privacy story is under fresh scrutiny in the latest Security Bite podcast, where host Arin Waichulis speaks with Talal from Mysk about how the App Store can log every tap you make, why some researchers are publicly…

The Los Angeles Police Department is letting its contract with surveillance company Flock Safety expire, citing “serious concerns” about civil liberties, privacy and data handling as scrutiny over license plate readers continues to intensify across the U.S. flock safety LAPD…

netflix invented binge-watching now it may have A recent report indicates that Netflix viewers are increasingly abandoning shows after their first season, signaling a potential shift in viewer engagement and the effectiveness of binge-watching as a strategy. netflix invented binge-watching…

fcc to end biden-era rule that forces The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is set to vote on a significant regulatory change that would eliminate a rule mandating Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to disclose all of their additional fees on a…

uber s european expansion plans may have Uber’s plans to expand its presence in Europe have encountered significant obstacles, as reports indicate that five of the seven new markets it intended to enter in 2026 are now on hold. uber…

3 features that google still hasn t Despite Google’s reputation for innovation, several anticipated features remain unlaunched, raising questions about their future. 3 features that google still hasn t Introduction to Unlaunched Features Google is known for its continuous evolution…

amazon will stop accepting new customers for Amazon has announced that it will cease accepting new customers for its Mechanical Turk service, signaling a significant shift in the platform’s future. amazon will stop accepting new customers for Overview of Mechanical…

while you re watching the world cup As the World Cup approaches, heightened surveillance measures are being implemented across the United States, raising concerns about privacy for both attendees and local residents. while you re watching the world cup America250:…

inside the luddite festival harnessing gen z In a unique convergence of art, activism, and community engagement, the Summer of Ludd festival has emerged as a platform for Gen Z to express their discontent with the pervasive influence of Big…

reddit will require you to log in Reddit has announced that it will require users to log in to access its classic interface at old.reddit.com, a change aimed at enhancing security and controlling automated access. reddit will require you to…

tim cook and eu tech chief hold Tim Cook engaged in a significant virtual meeting with EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen to address ongoing concerns regarding the delayed launch of Siri AI in Europe. tim cook and eu tech chief…

instagram is testing more ways to customize Instagram is exploring new features that may allow users to have greater control over their content preferences and algorithmic experiences. instagram is testing more ways to customize Overview of Instagram’s Algorithm Changes Instagram…

netflix now requires every user profile to Netflix has implemented a new policy requiring each user profile to be associated with a unique email address, a change that has left many users scrambling to adjust their accounts. netflix now requires…

fcc accused of hiding chairman carr s An advocacy group has accused the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of concealing communications related to the popular cryptocurrency Dogecoin (DOGE) and its Chairman, Brendan Carr. fcc accused of hiding chairman carr s Background…

fcc may kill 2b program that connects The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is facing significant backlash following its proposal to potentially scale back or eliminate the E-Rate program, a crucial initiative that allocates $2 billion annually to provide discounts on…

feds deny polestar authorization to sell cars The U.S. Commerce Department has denied Polestar the authorization to sell its vehicles in the United States starting from model year 2027, significantly impacting the brand’s future in the American market. feds deny…

europe is pushing back on washington s Europe is increasingly asserting its stance against the United States’ aggressive semiconductor policies, particularly in relation to China. europe is pushing back on washington s Background on the Semiconductor Landscape The global semiconductor…

google s parent company alphabet is being Effective next week, Google’s parent company, Alphabet, is being added to the Dow Jones stock index. google s parent company alphabet is being Significance of Alphabet’s Inclusion in the Dow Jones Index The…