Bitcoin ad banned for "misleading pensioners"
The ad targeted individuals who were unlikely to know the risks involved, a watchdog's ruling said......»»
These are the countries where ChatGPT is currently banned
AI chatbots have got the world in a big damn hurry, but where some are rushing to take advantage of it, others are looking to ban it. Here's the who's who......»»
Apple banned 22 ‘competing brands’ from appearing near its first store in India
Ahead of the opening of the first Apple Stores in India, it’s being reported that Apple banned 22 competing brands from an “exclusive zone” around the store. These brands include Amazon, Facebook, Google, and Twitter. The iPhone maker used a c.....»»
Cancer-causing chemicals detected in toys and headphones
Cancer-causing chlorinated paraffins are still used in a wide range of everyday products sold in North America, despite their known health harm and being banned in Canada for a decade, according to a new study in Environmental Science: Processes & Im.....»»
Microsoft fined millions for selling software to Russian firms
Over $12 million in banned sales, including over 1,200 in Russia, has landed Microsoft with a $3 million punishment......»»
Research finds global emissions of several banned ozone-destroying chemicals are increasing
New analysis has found increasing emissions of several ozone-depleting chemicals despite their production being banned for most uses under the Montreal Protocol—and a loophole in the rules is likely responsible......»»
Is TikTok getting banned? Here’s every country that’s blocked the app
TikTok has been banned across the globe, and many fear that the U.S. will be banning it too. Here's what you need to know about every country banning the app......»»
Man who claims to be Bitcoin creator eyes lawsuit against Apple
The Bitcoin whitepaper was recently discovered to be embedded in several versions of macOS, and now a person who claims to be the creator of Bitcoin is accusing Apple of copyright violation.Latest Bitcoin controversyJust two days ago, on April 5, a M.....»»
Here’s why macOS has the Bitcoin whitepaper hidden in its files
It’s not unusual to have a few easter eggs hidden in operating systems, and it’s no different with Apple’s. However, some users recently discovered something intriguing. Every copy of macOS has the original Bitcoin whitepaper hidden in its int.....»»
Despite growing security concerns about TikTok, Apple remains among top ad spenders
Despite growing concerns that TikTok could be banned in the US, and increasing pressure by US regulators, companies — including Apple — are doubling down and increasing their reach and ad spends on the platform.TikTok on a smartphoneTikTok saw an.....»»
Bitcoin white paper is hidden away in macOS’s system folder for some reason
184KB PDF appears to be a sample document for macOS's "Virtual Scanner." Enlarge (credit: Apple/Andrew Cunningham) If you're using a Mac and want a refresher on the basics of Bitcoin, good news—blogger Andy Baio has di.....»»
"Infecting minds": US book sent to teachers seeks to sow climate doubt
From crops to corals, a book circulated by a controversial US think tank is riddled with misleading claims about established climate science, in what campaigners slam as a bid to "infect" young minds......»»
Bitcoin whitepaper found hidden in macOS with unknown "Virtual Scanner II" app
Satoshi Nakamoto's Bitcoin whitepaper can be found in any Mac running macOS Catalina or newer, but no one knows why.The Bitcoin whitepaper his hidden within macOSThere are a lot of hidden files on macOS that won't appear unless the user is performing.....»»
A Mysterious Rise in Banned Chemicals Is Warming the Planet
A new study documents the mysterious presence of five banned chlorofluorocarbons, chemicals that not only deplete the ozone layer but also contribute to global warming.....»»
TikTok banned, fined, and members of Congress under pressure not to use it
With Australia the latest country to act, we’ve now seen TikTok banned from government devices in the US, Canada, the UK, France, Belgium, the European Commission, Australia, and New Zealand … more… The post TikTok banned, fined, and members.....»»
ChatGPT gets banned in Italy as the fight against AI begins
ChatGPT has been temporarily banned in Italy, and OpenAI is facing a serious FTC complaint that could halt new releases and lead to regulatory scrutiny......»»
NATO bans TikTok on devices
NATO has officially banned staffers from downloading the social media app TikTok onto their NATO-provided devices, citing security concerns, according to two NATO officials familiar with the matter......»»
ChatGPT banned in Italy over privacy concerns
The country's data-protection regulator has serious privacy concerns over the technology......»»
President Biden bans federal agencies from using some spyware
US government agencies are banned from using commercially-built spyware apps......»»
Why fun apps are banned on French officials" phones
France is removing not only TikTok but all "recreational" applications from government devices......»»
Where TikTok users may go if the app gets banned
On the eve of a high-profile TikTok hearing this week, the company shared that it now has more than 150 million US monthly active users. But after the heated, hours-long hearing, filled with lawmakers telling TikTok's CEO the app should be banned, so.....»»