The Dutch Data Protection Authority has slapped Uber with an €825 million ($966 million) penalty for violating Europe’s GDPR rules. The sanction follows an extensive investigation into complaints that the ride-hailing giant deactivated driver accounts through automated algorithmic processes without adequate warning or human oversight. Regulators emphasized that algorithms should not possess the autonomy to […]
Continue ReadingA new web-based application called Musical Spirograph combines the nostalgia of classic geometric drawing toys with generative music composition. The tool allows users to generate hypnotic hypotrochoids and epitrochoids directly in their browser, driven by underlying mathematical equations. As moving points trace patterns across the screen, they cross concentric rings that trigger specific musical notes. […]
Continue ReadingSocial networking platform Bluesky suffered a day-long service disruption after being hit by a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack that flooded its servers with malicious traffic. The company confirmed the incident, stating that defenses have been upgraded while monitoring continues to ensure platform stability. While official details remain sparse, cybersecurity researchers indicate that threat actors backed […]
Continue ReadingApple has announced a simplified commission structure and relaxed rules for the App Store within the European Union, aiming to resolve ongoing disputes with European regulators over the Digital Markets Act. Under the updated terms, the controversial Core Technology Fee per install is replaced by a flat 5% commission on digital goods distributed via alternative […]
Continue ReadingTikTok is reportedly laying the groundwork to enter the peer-to-peer payments sector by developing a feature that would allow users to send money directly through direct messages. Code found inside the latest U.S. iPhone app points to early development efforts that could leverage the platform’s existing TikTok Pay infrastructure. The upcoming capability is designed to […]
Continue ReadingFeedly, the widely used RSS newsreader, experienced severe technical slowdowns lasting over a week, frustrating paying subscribers and web users alike. Complaints mounted online regarding an unusable web application and perceived unresponsiveness from customer support. These performance issues sparked concerns among users that the company was shifting its focus entirely toward AI-driven threat intelligence while […]
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YouTube has announced a major update to its view-counting mechanism, shifting to register a view the exact moment a video starts playing or a user joins a live broadcast. This adjustment brings the Google-owned platform in line with competitors like TikTok and Instagram, removing the ambiguity of its previous, undisclosed thresholds. The company stated that […]
Continue ReadingReddit is launching tests for a new multimedia experience that brings audio and video formats to its platform, taking inspiration from viral storytelling trends popularized on apps like TikTok. Users will be given the option to listen to or watch narrated posts, allowing for background listening while multitasking. This initiative addresses the widespread trend where […]
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Spotify has announced the rollout of “Playlist Notes,” a new feature enabling listeners to attach personal thoughts, memories, and context to tracks, podcast episodes, and audiobooks within their custom playlists. This addition builds upon the “User Notes” capability introduced last month, further bridging the gap between music sharing and personal storytelling. In addition to user-generated […]
Continue ReadingApple has sent out a historically large wave of security notifications to users across 110 countries, warning them that their devices are being targeted by state-sponsored mercenary spyware. Digital rights organizations and cybersecurity firms reported an unprecedented surge in requests for help, with incoming cases jumping by up to 40% compared to previous alert cycles. […]
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