We Played With the Nintendo Switch 2. It’s Refined but Unsurprising Nintendo’s latest console, the Switch 2, aims to refine the original’s features while introducing some enhancements. The device is regarded as an improvement rather than a groundbreaking leap, maintaining familiarity for users while offering subtle advancements. Key Features and Changes The Switch 2 features … Read more
Vast Pedophile Network Shut Down In Europol’s Largest CSAM Operation Europol has successfully dismantled one of the largest dark web pedophile networks, resulting in numerous arrests worldwide. The operation, dubbed “Operation Stream,” targeted a platform called KidFlix, which had up to 1.8 million users and facilitated the exchange of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM). Source: … Read more
Audio-Technica’s ATH-CKS50TW2 Earbuds Have a Cool Design and Even Better Battery Life The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2 earbuds combine stylish design with impressive battery life, offering 15 hours of playback with noise cancelling. Their unique magnetic design allows for charging without needing a case, enhancing convenience for users on the go. Source: WIRED Key Points 15 hours … Read more
Global Scam Industry Evolving at ‘Unprecedented Scale’ Despite Recent Crackdown Summary Recent crackdowns on online scams in Southeast Asia have not deterred the industry, as it continues to evolve and expand globally. Despite the release of 7,000 trafficking victims, experts estimate that around 100,000 individuals remain trapped in facilities operated by criminal syndicates. These groups … Read more
Want to Look at Your Phone Less? Just Cover Your Screen Special Projects, a London-based design agency, has proposed a novel solution to tackle our smartphone addiction: a phone case named Aperture that covers the screen. This design aims to reduce screen time by making it more cumbersome to access your device’s full capabilities. Out … Read more
European Commission Takes Aim At End-to-End Encryption and Proposes Europol Become an EU FBI The European Commission has recently revealed its plans to participate in the ongoing debate regarding lawful access to data and end-to-end encryption through its new internal security strategy named ProtectEU. This strategy is aimed at addressing emerging threats within a changing … Read more
Trump’s Tariffs Could Reshape the US Tech Industry Recent tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump are poised to significantly impact the technology industry by imposing a minimum 10% tariff on all countries, specifically targeting major trading partners like China, India, and Vietnam. This has raised concerns about possible price increases for consumers and the … Read more
Microsoft Urges Businesses To Abandon Office Perpetual Licenses Summary Microsoft is encouraging businesses to transition from perpetual licences of Office to Microsoft 365 subscriptions. This move is driven by the limitations of standalone software, particularly regarding collaboration and productivity when employees work remotely. Microsoft states that 365 subscriptions offer enhanced accessibility to documents, collaborative tools, … Read more
Trump and DOGE Defund Program That Boosted American Manufacturing for Decades President Donald Trump’s administration has announced a significant defunding of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) centres, which have long supported American manufacturing. This decision coincides with the introduction of new tariffs aimed at strengthening domestic production, raising concerns among both lawmakers and industry leaders … Read more
Cybersecurity Professor Faced China Funding Inquiry Before Disappearing The recent case of Xiaofeng Wang, a data privacy professor at Indiana University Bloomington, has drawn attention following a funding inquiry linked to his research. The FBI conducted searches of his homes amidst concerns that he possibly received unreported funding from Chinese sources. His termination from the … Read more
