Recently, Telegram made a significant change to its FAQ page by removing language that previously stated private chats were protected from moderation requests. This decision came shortly after the arrest of CEO Pavel Durov in France on charges related to allowing criminal activity on the messaging app. Durov’s shift in tone from denying responsibility for
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A coalition of consumer protection and anti-waste groups recently penned a letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) urging action against the practice of “software tethering.” This practice ties the functionality of hardware to external software, often rendering products useless once software updates cease. The groups, which include Consumer Reports, iFixit, US PIRG, the Electronic
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 refresh has been making waves in the electric vehicle market, particularly with its new native Tesla-based charging port, known as the North American Charging Standard (NACS). This new addition sets the Ioniq 5 apart from other non-Tesla electric vehicles and positions it as a strong competitor in the industry. In
The highly anticipated release of Google’s next-gen operating system, Android 15, has been making waves in the tech world. While developers have already had access to the new OS through the Android Open Source Project, Pixel phone users can expect the update to roll out in the coming weeks. However, for those with devices from
LobbyMatic, a company touting its AI-powered software capabilities, has come under scrutiny for its lack of transparency. Sources have revealed that the company’s founders, operating under the pseudonyms “Jay Klein” and “Bill Sanders,” are actually Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman. The absence of any identifiable leadership on the company’s official website raises additional red flags
US astronaut Barry Wilmore made an unusual call to NASA ground crew members on Saturday, seeking assistance with a perplexing repetitive knocking sound originating from the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. The conversation was shared by a NASA Space Flight forum member, who posted a recording of the interaction that was subsequently discovered by Ars Technica. Wilmore
The fediverse, an interconnected network of decentralized social platforms based on open-source protocols like ActivityPub, holds immense potential for creating enduring and interoperable social networks. However, one of the major challenges faced by creators and businesses in the fediverse is the lack of direct monetization opportunities, which often leads them to rely on closed platforms
Apple’s latest Mac Mini, as reported by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, is set to ditch the traditional USB-A ports. Instead, the new desktop will feature five USB-C ports, providing users with a more modern and versatile connectivity option. This move signifies Apple’s commitment to embracing newer technologies and moving away from outdated standards. The Mac Mini
The recent release of the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 trailer has sparked excitement among fans. The addition of Sonic’s nemesis, Shadow, played by Keanu Reeves, has added a new dynamic to the storyline. While the trailer only gave a glimpse of Reeves’ voice, it made up for it with Jim Carrey’s portrayal of Dr. Robotnik
Intel has been under scrutiny for months regarding the potential instability issues with its laptop chips. The concern arose from the possibility that these chips could suffer permanent damage similar to what affected 24 different flagship desktop chips. However, Intel has now confirmed that its 13th and 14th Gen laptop chips do not exhibit this
