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UK Internet Users Seek Offshore Routing Amid Privacy Fears
Growing concerns over UK surveillance laws are driving internet users to route traffic through offshore nodes. This trend reflects rising distrust in domestic digital governance.
UK Bans Social Media for Under-16s in Landmark Online Safety Move
The UK has banned social media for under-16s targeting platforms like Snapchat TikTok and Instagram with heavy fines for noncompliance.
UK Bans Social Media for Children Under 16 in Sweeping Online Safety Move
The UK government has announced a ban on social media for children under 16 and a minimum age for chatbots, aiming to protect young people from online harms.
Apple Turns Parents Into Gatekeepers With Expanded Child Safety Controls
Apple's new iOS child safety features require parental approval for apps, browsing and contacts, turning parents into IT administrators.
UK Government Considers VPN Ban as Part of Age Verification Plan
The UK government is exploring a ban on VPNs to enforce age verification online. The proposal raises significant privacy and security concerns for households.
Hackers Hijack Legitimate News Sites to Spread Malware, Experts Warn
Cybercriminals are compromising trusted news websites and using fake reviews to distribute malware. Experts warn this creates a misleading impression of safety for users.
UK Teen Social Media Ban Draws Cybersecurity Warnings From VPN Industry
UK's teen social media ban raises cybersecurity alarms. VPN industry warns of privacy risks and unintended consequences.
South Korea Mandates AI Image Scanning on All Forum Posts
South Korea now requires online forums to scan every uploaded image with AI tools. The policy raises concerns about privacy and free expression.
Startup Accused of Damaging Airbnb Rentals During Robot Tests
A robotics startup is under fire after hosts report damaged properties from robot testing sessions. Allegations raise questions about liability and safety in the sharing economy.
UK education panel demands social media ban for children under 16
UK Education Committee calls for statutory social media ban for under-16s, citing addictive design and mental health harms. It urges broader regulation and treats child safety as public health issue.
Malaysia enforces strict social media ban for children under 16
Malaysia's new law bans social media for children under 16, with fines up to $2.5 million for non-compliant platforms. The move aims to protect minors from online harm.
US Law Enforcement Targets 'Anti-Tech Extremism' as AI Backlash Intensifies
Federal agencies shift focus to surveil anti-technology extremists amid growing AI protests and attacks.
The Gibberish Song That Still Stumps AI Language Models
A 1972 nonsense song by Adriano Celentano mimics English. Decades later, it exposes limits in AI speech recognition and language understanding.
MicroPython and WebAssembly Create a New Path for Python Sandboxing
MicroPython compiled to WebAssembly offers a lightweight, secure sandbox for Python code. It enables safe execution in browsers and servers, addressing a key need for platforms that run untrusted scripts.
AMOS Malware Emerges as Major Threat to macOS Users
A stealthy infostealer called AMOS is spreading on macOS through deceptive ads and social engineering. Security experts warn it marks a shift in mainstream malware targeting Apple devices.
GTA 6 Online Could Finally Fix Rockstar's Biggest Vehicle Mistake
Rockstar has a chance to overhaul vehicle physics in GTA 6 Online, freeing players from years of frustrating aerial combat balancing.
From YouTube to Theaters: How Online Creators Are Reshaping Hollywood
A new wave of digital creators is transitioning from online platforms to mainstream cinema, challenging traditional Hollywood production models.
AI Bots Fool Nearly Half of Participants in New Online Test
Surfshark's experiment reveals 47% of people can't tell AI bots from humans online. The test challenges users to identify bots in simulated social interactions.
Estonia Pioneers Digital IDs for AI Agents to Curb Online Lawlessness
Estonia is issuing personal identification codes to AI agents, a first-of-its-kind experiment in digital accountability that could reshape how autonomous systems operate online.
A Browser-Based Museum Lets Anyone Run 1,700 Vintage Operating Systems
A new online museum offers free access to over 1,700 historic operating systems, all running in a web browser. Users can explore computing history from the 1940s to today without installing software.