EU tells Meta to crack down on Israel-Hamas disinfo
The EU has written to Mark Zuckerberg warning him that the platform is being used to spread illegal content......»»
Apple wins early battle against NSO after suing spyware mercenaries for attacking iPhone users
Apple has won an early battle against the NSO Group in court today. Apple sued the Pegasus spyware maker in November 2021, but the Israel-based firm has been trying to export Apple’s lawsuit to its home turf. Apple’s early victory comes in the.....»»
Apple"s legal fight against Pegasus spyware maker won"t move to Israel
Pegasus spyware developer NSO Group's bid to move Apple's lawsuit against it to Israel has been denied, with the ruling judge saying the spyware firm's arguments don't overrule the challenges that Apple would face should it move.NSO GroupApple filed.....»»
Inside the making of National Geographic’s A Real Bug’s Life docuseries
Awkwafina tells their stories as various bugs struggle to survive in harsh habitats. Enlarge / A bold jumping spider struggles to survive in New York City in A Real Bug's Life, narrated by Awkwafina. (credit: National Geographic/.....»»
Sheryl Sandberg to Leave Meta Board
Sheryl Sandberg, who had served as COO of Facebook, and then Meta, for 14 and a half years and as a board member for 12 years, will step down in May. Sheryl Sandberg, who helped to transform Facebook from a tech startup into a digit.....»»
How to reopen closed tabs
Confused about how to reopen closed tabs? This quick guide tells you how. Confused about how to reopen closed tabs? When you accidentally close a tab you’re not done with, it can be a little irritating. Luckily, learning how to reopen clo.....»»
New sensor detects chemicals that impair thyroid gland
In a study conducted at the University of Twente, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology and the Open University of Israel, researchers have developed a novel approach to address the environmental challenges posed by perchlorate salts, which have be.....»»
Robocall with artificial Joe Biden voice tells Democrats not to vote
Fake Biden voice urges New Hampshire Democrats to skip tomorrow's primary. Enlarge / President Joe Biden at a Rose Garden event at the White House on May 1, 2023, in Washington, DC. (credit: Getty Images | Alex Wong ) An.....»»
Meta relents to EU, allows unlinking of Facebook and Instagram accounts
New standalone Messenger, Marketplace, and Gaming apps coming to the EU, too. Enlarge (credit: Anadolu / Contributor | Anadolu) Meta will allow some Facebook and Instagram users to unlink their accounts as part of the pl.....»»
Zuckerberg’s AGI remarks follow trend of downplaying AI dangers
Zuckeberg and Altman both tamp down fear and hype with casual statements about AGI. Enlarge / Mark Zuckerberg, chief executive officer of Meta Platforms Inc., during the Meta Connect event in Menlo Park, California, on September.....»»
VinFast U.S. plans rise above early setbacks
The startup is committed to a national dealer network, North Carolina factory and a broad vehicle lineup that will include a pickup and a sub-$20,000 micro car, Chairwoman Le Thi Thu Thuy tells.....»»
Google lays off 100 at YouTube; CEO says more layoffs are coming
Sundar Pichai tells employees to brace for "tough choices... throughout the year." Enlarge / Google is looking pretty dilapidated these days. (credit: Aurich Lawson) Today's Google layoff announcement concerns YouTube,.....»»
Federal rule forces oil states to cut planet-warming methane emissions
Within two years, a new federal rule will force oil- and gas-producing states to crack down on methane gas emissions—a major driver of climate change......»»
Yet another serious competitor to the Vision Pro takes shape
With the Apple Vision Pro arriving in weeks, LG confirms a new XR headset, possibly in partnership with Meta......»»
What to make of Valve’s recent fan project takedowns
A series of recent removals tells a complicated story. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Valve) From Black Mesa to the recently launched Portal: Revolution, Valve has had a reputation for being pretty willing to let modde.....»»
Meta fixed my family member’s Instagram issue, says it addressed “system error”
"Our normal path to regain access to an account was not working at the time." Enlarge / Meta has a verified program for users of Facebook and Instagram. (credit: Getty Images | Chesnot ) The trouble began three days befo.....»»
There"s no more money, German minister tells rowdy farmers
There"s no more money, German minister tells rowdy farmers.....»»
Hamas appears to show dead bodies of two hostages after warning Israel
Hamas appears to show dead bodies of two hostages after warning Israel.....»»
Hamas airs video purporting to show two Israeli hostages killed in captivity
Hamas airs video purporting to show two Israeli hostages killed in captivity.....»»
Meta verification proved useless—and my family is still locked out of Instagram
Bottom-of-barrel support experience shows the company's true feelings for customers. Enlarge / Meta has a verified program for users of Facebook and Instagram. (credit: Getty Images | Chesnot ) The trouble began three da.....»»
TikTok says orange cats are "dumb" and tortoiseshell cats have "an attitude"—but how true is that?
If you've watched cat videos on social media lately, you may have encountered the idea a cat's coat color tells us something about their personality......»»