The end of anonymous protest — How facial recognition puts democracy at risk
Imagine attending a peaceful demonstration, only to have hidden cameras scan your face, match your identity, and log your details into a police database within seconds. This scenario is at the heart of a debate that reignited in Italy last week, highlighting a high-stakes clash between public safety and personal privacy. Although Italian lawmakers passed […]
5 Makita Tools Smart Homeowners Should Have On Hand
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Being a homeowner is a lot of work. Sometimes it feels like the list of projects is never-ending. As soon as you fix one thing, something breaks somewhere else. Some issues, such as leaky pipes and malfunctioning electrical outlets, […]
Is Gen Z Bringing Back Dumb Phones?
Digical/Getty Images According to a 2024 Pew Research survey, almost half of teenagers said they’re online almost all the time. Gen Alpha, much like Gen Z, will grow up inside the internet. While most Millennials spent some portion of their childhood without the internet and social media, younger generations […]
Apple fixed three Mac Screen Sharing flaws, and now it’s patching another one
Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.6.1 to fix a Screen Sharing vulnerability that could let an attacker on the same network authenticate without valid credentials. The timing makes this update more interesting than its small version number suggests. Apple’s security notes for macOS 26.6, released July 27, already listed three separate vulnerabilities affecting Screen Sharing […]
The Galaxy S26 FE has leaked in every color, and at least one has some personality
Samsung’s upcoming “budget” flagship has been making the rounds in the rumor mill over the past couple of weeks. From disappointing camera leaks to build refinements, nearly everything about the Galaxy S26 FE has been revealed. Now, another fresh leak has even given us a proper look at the phone along with its color options. […]
Security Bite Podcast: Why scammers love FaceTime now
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How Tall Is Too Tall For A Mazda MX-5 Miata?
The Mazda MX-5 Miata has remained the most popular sports car for decades thanks to its affordable price point, cute looks, and fun, responsive handling. You know what they say: Miata is always the answer. However, this may not be the case for taller people. There’s a reason the […]
UK SMBs are increasingly turning to AI for their ads — and many consider it their secret weapon for expansion
AI is opening to the door to advertising on streaming TV platforms for SMBs 37% of small and medium businesses feel cross border campaigns are more accessible thanks to AI SMBs see AI as key tool in remaining competitive in the future Barriers to cross-border and multi-region advertising are being broken by AI, according to […]
Apple Health is more powerful than you think; here are my top tips
The Apple Health app on iPhone is a powerful way to track all facets of your health. Whether it’s recording data from your Apple Watch, importing records straight from your doctor, or integration with third-party apps, there’s something for everyone. Here’s how to get the most out of the Apple Health app. Apple Watch This […]
OpenAI’s new hardware leak: Same size as an Alexa Dot
Details have leaked about OpenAI’s new hardware, and by all accounts, it’s going to be shaped and sized a lot like a second-generation Alexa Dot, be battery-powered, and retail for between $300 and $400. The rumor mill has been loaded with rumors about OpenAI’s hardware. A new accounting of the device says it will be […]