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What Is Browser Fingerprinting? How It Works, Risks, and Countermeasures Explained
Explains how combining browser and device data identifies users, covering mechanisms, data collected, risks, detection, and defenses.
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Internet trends, social media, and platform news, covering X (Twitter), Bluesky, Reddit, online culture, platform policy changes, and digital safety.
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Hainan Airlines Monetizes Lying Across Empty Seats, Selling Three-Seat Block for 220 Euros
Hainan Airlines bans lying across empty economy seats and sells a block of three for 220 euros, sparking controversy over ancillary revenue.
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President Trump Acquired SpaceX Shares Shortly After IPO
Financial disclosures reveal President Trump purchased up to $50,000 worth of SpaceX stock immediately after the company's IPO. The stock price has since retreated to its IPO level.
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AliExpress Uses Inaudible Sound Waves to Fingerprint Browsers
AliExpress was found using inaudible sound waves for browser fingerprinting. A researcher's accidental discovery revealed the technique's reality and current effectiveness.
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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Mode Dedicated to 13–17-Year-Olds Amid Lawsuits, Strengthening Safety Measures
OpenAI has announced a ChatGPT mode tailored for teenagers aged 13 to 17. It enhances protections against self-harm, suicide, and sexual conversations, but concerns are raised about the accuracy of age estimation and the unintended effects of overprotection.
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Saily Ultra eSIM Review: A Premium Plan for 121 Countries
A Wired review of the Saily Ultra eSIM. It offers 5G connectivity in 121 countries. It's feature-rich but comes at a premium price. A network connectivity solution for multi-country travelers.
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Musical Spirograph: Generating Music and Geometric Patterns in Your Browser
A browser-based interactive tool where rotating patterns drawn with formulas create sound. Adjust parameters to produce unique generative music.
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TikTok to Pay $400 Million Settlement in Children's Privacy Lawsuit
TikTok agrees to $400 million settlement after being sued by the DOJ for violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. One of the largest recoveries related to COPPA to date.
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Take-Two Issues Subpoenas to Discord and Microsoft to Identify GTA VI Leaker
Ahead of GTA VI’s release, Take-Two initiates legal proceedings, seeking information disclosure from a GitHub repository and multiple Discord accounts to track down the source of leaked footage, marking a new phase in leak containment.
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Bilibili Global Version Relaunch, Challenging YouTube's Dominance
Bilibili re-released its international app with an English version, aiming for a full-scale entry into the global market with registration requiring no ID verification, challenging YouTube's dominance. Intersecting with achievements in mainland China and challenges of censorship and security.
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Australia's Regulator Orders Roblox to Fix Child Protection Failings
Australia's eSafety Commissioner has cited deficiencies in Roblox's child protection measures and ordered rectification within three months.
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Growing AI Backlash: Silicon Valley Fails to Grasp the Root Cause
Tech leaders don't understand public backlash against AI. A Pew survey shows over half of those under 30 express concern.
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EFF Report: Ad Libraries Covertly Leak Location Data from Apps
EFF's new report reveals ad libraries transmit user location data to third parties without app developers' knowledge.
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Peacock to Implement Fourth Price Hike, Selecting an 18% Increase
Following its first-ever quarterly profit in Q2 2026, streaming service Peacock has announced its fourth price increase of the year.
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Google Maps: Manage Your Travel Plans in One Place with the Travel Notebook Feature
Explaining how to use Google Maps' custom list feature to plan, share, and execute your trip entirely within a single app.
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Apple Wallet Driver's License Support to Expand to Four More US States
Apple Wallet's driver's license and ID feature expands to North Carolina, Oklahoma, Utah, and Virginia. Support is expected to reach 18 states and Puerto Rico.
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YouTube to Unify View Count Measurement from August 24
From August 24, 2026, YouTube unifies view counting across all formats. Counts begin at playback start; the old metric remains as Engaged Views.
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Aylo Agrees to $120 Million Settlement in Child Abuse Lawsuit
Pornhub parent Aylo agrees to $120 million settlement in class action over child sexual abuse videos on its platform.
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What is a Shadowban? A Complete Guide to How It Works, How to Check, and Countermeasures
A "Shadowban" is when social media posts become invisible to others. This guide explains the mechanisms, criteria, platform-specific checks, and countermeasures. Practical content for influencer management and marketing teams.
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EC-Born Brands Enter Commercial Districts, Accelerating Restructuring of China's Apparel Industry
In China, emerging e-commerce-born apparel brands are moving into physical stores, pressuring traditional names and driving market restructuring.