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SSD Prices Surge Nationwide but SanDisk Deal Bucks the Trend
The 8TB SanDisk Desk Drive drops $1,000 at Best Buy amid rising SSD costs. The deal offers a rare window for high-capacity storage buyers.

Microsoft warns of GPU mining malware spread via SEO poisoning and AI chatbots
Microsoft uncovered a cryptojacking campaign targeting gamers and high-end PC users. Malware disguised as popular utilities like HWMonitor is spread through SEO poisoning and AI chatbot recommendations.

Your Router's Guest Network Is a Security Tool Most People Ignore
The guest network on your Wi-Fi router offers more than visitor access. It can protect smart home devices and improve overall network security.

Accenture Acquires Downdetector and Speedtest for $1.2 Billion
Accenture bought Downdetector and Speedtest for $1.2 billion. The deal adds widely used consumer tools to its portfolio.

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.

Poland Moves to Ban Phones and Smartwatches in Schools
Poland's government approved a bill to ban phones and smartwatches in schools, aiming to reduce distractions and improve student focus. The proposal now heads to parliament.

Cash App Moves Into Physical Payments With Tap-to-Pay Wand
Cash App is introducing a new physical device for contactless payments, marking a shift from mobile-only to hardware-based transactions.

GrapheneOS User Reported to Police for Using Privacy-Focused OS
A GrapheneOS user was reported to authorities solely for using the privacy-focused operating system, raising concerns about surveillance and the criminalization of privacy tools.

New Visualization Maps Every IPv4 Address on Earth
An interactive map plots all public IPv4 addresses, revealing global allocation patterns and highlighting the scarcity of remaining blocks.

Startups bet on getting people offline with games and DIY computers
Startups like Board and cyberdeck creators are gaining traction by promoting offline activities and DIY computing.

Ransomware Gang Uses Fake IT Workers for In-Person Attacks
Silent Ransom Group sends fake IT workers to law firms to steal data in person before deploying ransomware.

World Cup 2026 Travelers Face Escalating Mobile Data Costs Across Three Nations
Fans traveling across the US, Canada and Mexico for the 2026 World Cup will need eSIMs to avoid roaming fees. Prices vary widely by country and data allowance, making advance planning essential.

Visa Tests Payment System That Lets AI Agents Handle Your Purchases
Visa is testing a system that lets AI agents make payments on behalf of users using tokenized credentials. The pilot raises critical questions about trust, security and the future of autonomous spending.

Tokenized Stock Promises on Crypto Platforms Leave Investors Empty-Handed
Crypto platforms promised users access to SpaceX IPO shares via tokenized stocks. The offerings never materialized, raising questions about unregulated investment products.

UK Scientists Testify: No Causal Proof Smartphones Harm Children's Brains
Neuroscientists told UK MPs that evidence of smartphones rewiring children's brains is mostly correlational. Researchers called for more studies on social media and AI chatbots.

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.

Snap Pushes Augmented Reality Forward With Standalone Smart Glasses
Snap's new AR glasses are fully standalone, priced between Meta's Ray-Bans and Apple Vision Pro. CEO Evan Spiegel discusses the future of all-day wearables.

Screen Fatigue Drives Users Away From Smartwatches Toward Minimalist Alternatives
Consumers are abandoning feature-packed smartwatches for simpler devices like fitness trackers and analog watches, driven by screen fatigue and a desire for intentional living.

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.

Tech Giants Face Scrutiny Over Negative News Overload
Researchers warn that constant exposure to bad news via tech platforms harms mental health. Algorithms optimized for engagement amplify negative content beyond human capacity to cope.