Google says fix for ‘weird’ 1975 text message bug is on the way
As of Monday, you could still see recent texts by searching on the string “the1975..com”. Continue reading Google says fix for ‘weird’ 1975 text message bug is on the way
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Apple lifts two-month ban on Telegram updates in iOS store
Apple was blocking updates globally since Russian authorities ordered the company to remove the encrypted messaging app from the App Store. Continue reading Apple lifts two-month ban on Telegram updates in iOS store
Facebook faces furious shareholders at annual meeting
They accused execs of human rights violations, compared Zuckerberg to Vladimir Putin, and challenged his “corporate dictatorship.” Continue reading Facebook faces furious shareholders at annual meeting
Artist rigs up Google Assistant to (sometimes) fire a gun on command
“A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm.” But, what if a robot breaks the first law of robotics? Continue reading Artist rigs up Google Assistant to (sometimes) fire a gun on command
Doctor sues patient for $1m over bad online reviews
The patient claims to have gone for a free checkup, and came out with a $427 bill, plus a $1300 bill to her insurance company. Continue reading Doctor sues patient for $1m over bad online reviews
Hoax alert! Starbucks is NOT inviting you to test its shatterproof windows
Need a jolt? Leave the rocks at home, and bring cash instead. The hoaxsters are full of dark caramel whipped cream crappuccino! Continue reading Hoax alert! Starbucks is NOT inviting you to test its shatterproof windows
Nuisance call bosses, get your wallets ready!
Currently, only businesses themselves are liable for the fines, so the directors declare bankruptcy and then play whack-a-mole. They may now be held personally liable to the tune of up to £500,000. Continue reading Nuisance call bosses, get your wallets ready!
California tests digital license plates. Is tracking cars next?
Beyond potential police surveillance, the plates could be as susceptible to hacking as other wireless and IoT technologies. Continue reading California tests digital license plates. Is tracking cars next?
Facebook to be blocked in Papua New Guinea for one month
The plan: figure out how it affects people; ID users behind fake accounts, fake news & porn posts; and maybe cook up its own social network. Continue reading Facebook to be blocked in Papua New Guinea for one month
Tor exit node admin acquitted of aiding terrorism
As the administrator of a Tor exit node, it could have been anyone who used his IP address. Continue reading Tor exit node admin acquitted of aiding terrorism