German Regulator Bans Facebook From Collecting WhatsApp Data
Under new terms, Facebook gains access to WhatsApp data including phone numbers, mobile device info, and transaction data.
Adam is a writer at Tech.co and has worked as a tech writer, blogger and copy editor for more than a decade. He was a Forbes Contributor on the publishing industry, for which he was named a Digital Book World 2018 award finalist. His work has appeared in publications including Popular Mechanics and IDG Connect, and his art history book on 1970s sci-fi, 'Worlds Beyond Time,' was a 2024 Locus Awards finalist. When not working on his next art collection, he's tracking the latest news on VPNs, POS systems, and the future of tech.
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How to Stay Private Using Twitter’s Tip Jar Feature
You could be exposing your home address with every tip you send.
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Ransomware Hack Forces Shutdown of Largest US Oil Pipeline
Nearly 100 gigabytes of data were locked and held for ransom.
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Apple Just Revealed the New iPad Pro, iMac, and Apple TV 4K
The 11-inch iPad Pro starts at $799, while the new iMac starts at $1,299. They're impressive.
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Kindle Users Can Finally Set Their Book’s Cover as Their Lock Screen
Users have been asking for this function for a decade.
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Mobile VPN Apps Have a New Google-Backed Security Standard
The new criteria could bring clarity to mobile app security in the future.
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Microsoft Edge Launches a Kids Mode for Safer Internet Use
Learn what the new features does and how to launch it.
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Oculus Quest 2 Update Adds Wireless Streaming, 120Hz Support
The VR headset just unlocked wireless support and a faster native refresh rate.
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Everything to Know About the Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
Microsoft revealed a new headset, webcam, and speaker as well as the latest laptop.
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Microsoft Teams Just Made PowerPoints Way Better
You'll only care about this if you use Microsoft Teams and PowerPoint. But if you do — you'll really care about it.
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Try the FCC’s Speed Test App to Help Improve America’s Internet
The app gathers data to deliver a clear picture of the US's internet speeds.
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Apple Reportedly Developing 2 Impressive Smart Home Devices
The tech giant might have a new smart home flagship.
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WhatsApp Finally Supports Video Calls From Desktop
You can now make one-to-one voice and video calls on desktop, with group calls coming in the future.
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Lightspeed Still Buying Up POS Rivals, Acquires Vend for $350 Million
You can expect more integrations between the two services as a result of the merge.
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Phishing Scams May Be Worse Than Ever This Tax Season
April 15 is tax day. Here's why tax scammers are a problem, and what can keep you safe.
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LogMeIn Brings New Features and Bundles to GoToConnect
The VoIP and collaboration software's updates aim to help businesses are shifting to flexible or permanent remote working.
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How to File Business Taxes
No one likes filing taxes. But keeping clean records and knowing which forms to file makes the process surprisingly simple.
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Facebook Blocks Australian News Links Globally
"Journalism is important to a democratic society" Facebook states as it bans Australian news.
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Basecamp’s ‘Hey for Work’ Might Fix Your Email Problems
Hey for Work is not for everyone, but if answering email is the worst part of your day, it's probably for you.
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Americans Got 50 Billion Spam Calls Last Year
75% of respondents confirmed that they had received a scam call in 2020. Honestly, I'm surprised 25% didn't.
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All the Best Tips and Tricks for Video Calls
Work meetings are all video calls now. Learn how to navigate Zoom, Skype, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams.