China’s Surveillance State Is Selling Citizen Data as a Side Hustle

As further evidence of government surveillance insiders moonlighting in the data broker market, the SpyCloud researchers point to a leak earlier this year of communications and documents from I-Soon, a cyberespionage contractor to the Ministry of Public Security and the Ministry of State Security. In one leaked chat conversation, one employee of the company suggests … Read more

The best gifts for cyclists in 2024

The Sena Pi cycling headset lets you and a partner talk comfortably as you cycle. Just clip the earpiece onto your and a partner’s helmet head straps (it fits most), pair them through an app and enjoy a relaxed chat on your next bike ride — no shouting needed, and you both can ride at … Read more

Relevant! Relevant! Relevant! At 50, Microsoft Is an AI Giant, Open-Source Lover, and as Bad as Ever

No question about it: Nadella’s Microsoft is a triumph. Finally, in the 2020s, Microsoft has centered on the most innovative tech since the PC itself. And though revenues from AI products haven’t begun to offset Microsoft’s huge investments, it has the confidence—and the resources—to wait until the products improve and users find them useful. But … Read more

Department of Justice confirms that it wants Google to sell off Chrome

The US Department of Justice (DoJ) has released a 23-page document calling for the breakup of Google, including a sale of the Chrome web browser and restrictions on Android, confirming previous reports. Selling Chrome “will permanently stop Google’s control of this critical search access point and allow rival search engines the ability to access the … Read more

Bill to ban social media use by under-16s arrives in Australia’s parliament

Legislation to ban social media for under 16s has been introduced in the Australian parliament. The country’s Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, confirmed the plan to curb the use of social media by kids earlier this month, and the bill has now been presented to lawmakers, Reuters reports. Many jurisdictions will be watching the proceedings with interest, … Read more

Best Internet Providers in Rockford, Illinois

What is the best internet provider in Rockford, Illinois? Xfinity is CNET’s pick for the best internet service provider in Rockford. It gets the top spot because it’s the only wired provider in the area. Xfinity’s customer satisfaction scores are only slightly above average — but its wide availability makes it the best choice for … Read more