A recent report by WIRED sheds light on a secret Trump administration campaign involving ICE and Palantir, raising ethical concerns among workers. This story underscores the increasing use of AI in surveillance operations, with practical implications for privacy and civil liberties.
Russian government’s ban on WhatsApp forces users to switch to unencrypted state-owned app, compromising privacy and security. Meta warns of potential risks as popular communication platform is removed from online directory, following similar actions against Telegram, Facebook, and Instagram.
Meta is facing court trials over alleged harms facilitated by its platform, with the company disputing the idea of social media addiction. Despite claims from the American Psychiatric Association and researchers, Meta’s stance in ongoing trials in New Mexico and Los Angeles challenges the classification of social media addiction as a real issue.
In response to recent layoffs and a mandatory return-to-work policy, over 1,200 Ubisoft employees in France and Milan went on strike. The union demands include salary increases and a shorter work week, highlighting ongoing tensions within the company amidst game cancellations and studio closures.
Apple TV subscribers in the US now have exclusive access to Formula 1 racing through the F1TV app by linking their accounts. Existing F1TV subscribers should cancel duplicate subscriptions. Those without an F1TV account can create one using their Apple account. Precise details on content availability within the Apple TV app compared to F1TV are pending. Fans can catch preseason testing and upcoming races, with the season starting on March 7 in Australia.
Tech journalists Amanda Silberling, Andrew Cunningham, Stevie Bonifield, Adrienne So, Lawrence Bonk, Valentina Palladino, and Amy Skorheim share their picks for the best MacBook accessories for 2026, including webcam accessories, docking stations, charging gear, keyboards, mice, and stands. These accessories are designed to enhance the user experience and productivity of MacBook users without adding unnecessary bulk or friction.
As enterprise AI evolves from chatbots to systems that drive organizational work, the crucial question arises: who will own the AI layer? Glean’s transformation into an ‘AI work assistant’ sheds light on the future of AI ownership in companies.
Russian government has fully blocked WhatsApp for over 100 million users, pushing them towards a state-owned surveillance app called Max. This move comes amidst a broader crackdown on communication apps originating from ‘unfriendly countries’ that have sanctioned Russia, impacting Meta’s presence in the region.
Anthropic is stepping up its free tier features for Claude, enabling users to create files, connect to external services, and use skills. This move appears to coincide with OpenAI’s plan to introduce ads into ChatGPT, positioning Claude as an ad-free alternative in the growing AI chatbot market.
Discord is implementing age verification measures to provide a safer online environment for teens. Users will need to verify their age to access adult content, ensuring a more secure experience for all users.
