technology Feb 2, 2026, 5:45 PM
TikTok experiences significant outage due to storm impact on data center - TikTok experienced a major outage lasting about a week due to a snowstorm affecting its data center.
- This disruption followed the transfer of TikTok's US operations to American ownership, creating new controversies.
- Despite criticisms, TikTok confirmed the issue has been resolved and thanked users for their patience.
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technology Feb 1, 2026, 5:57 PM
X suffers major outage affecting app and website functionality - X faced a significant outage on February 01, 2026, affecting users' ability to access the app and website.
- Users reported issues including unresponsive feeds and notification problems, contributing to frustration among the user base.
- This incident mirrors a previous major outage in January 2026, raising concerns about the platform's reliability.
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technology Jan 31, 2026, 12:30 PM
Millions face security risks after Samsung Galaxy S21 cuts software support - The Galaxy S21 models will likely not receive further security updates after January 2026.
- This end of support raises major security risks for users as devices could be vulnerable to cyber threats.
- Users are encouraged to upgrade to newer models for better security assurances.
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technology Jan 31, 2026, 12:26 PM
Post Office opposes appeal of wrongly convicted sub-postmistress Pat Owen - The Post Office is opposing the appeal of Pat Owen, whose conviction was based on flawed evidence from the Capture system.
- A report from 2024 highlighted the likelihood of accounting errors caused by the Capture software.
- This opposition has raised significant concerns and criticism from victims and advocates who seek justice in these wrongful conviction cases.
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technology Jan 30, 2026, 7:46 PM
Linux Mint struggles to support Wi-Fi adapters, causing frustration - A user switched from Windows 11 to Linux Mint 22.3 due to frustration with their previous operating system.
- Significant issues arose with Wi-Fi stability and performance on devices using the RTL8812BU chip.
- The user is considering alternatives, such as Ethernet connections, to improve connectivity for their son's machine.
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technology Jan 30, 2026, 9:56 AM
YouTube empowers parents by allowing them to block Shorts for teens - YouTube has introduced new parental controls allowing parents to set daily time limits or block Shorts for teens.
- Parents can manage these settings through supervised accounts using Google Family Link.
- This move aims to promote healthier viewing habits and provide a balanced usage of the platform.
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technology Jan 29, 2026, 1:30 PM
Apple suspends iOS updates, leaving users frustrated and uncertain - Apple suddenly halted the rollout of new iOS updates for older devices just days after their release.
- The updates were meant to fix issues like emergency call failures, which are vital for functionality.
- Users are left frustrated and uncertain as Apple has not explained the abrupt cessation or when it will resume.
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technology Jan 28, 2026, 10:53 PM
Apple launches Creator Studio subscriptions for pro apps - Apple launched its Creator Studio subscription bundle on January 28, 2026, providing access to pro applications.
- The subscription costs $12.99/month or $129/year, with discounted rates for educators.
- This marks a significant shift towards a subscription model for Apple’s software, potentially affecting long-time users.
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technology Jan 28, 2026, 2:00 PM
Apple's iOS 26 faces backlash over inconsistent app designs - An iPhone user highlighted inconsistencies in delete button designs across Apple apps.
- Many users expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of Apple’s user interface in iOS 26.
- The pushback against iOS 26 designs suggests a shift in user expectations from Apple.
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technology Jan 28, 2026, 10:38 AM
AI2 launches affordable open-source coding models for developers - AI2 has introduced cost-effective open-source coding models designed for independent developers and small to medium enterprises.
- The Soft-verified Efficient Repository Agents (SERA) family includes two models with significantly improved performance benchmarks.
- This initiative aims to democratize access to advanced coding agent technology previously only possible in well-funded research environments.
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technology Jan 27, 2026, 10:30 PM
Apple warns users to ditch Chrome for privacy and security reasons - Google has stopped supporting Chrome on macOS 12 Monterey and earlier versions, necessitating an upgrade to macOS 13.
- Apple has expressed concerns over Chrome's invasive tracking practices, particularly through digital fingerprinting.
- Users with outdated systems need to either upgrade their hardware or switch to a privacy-focused browser.
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technology Jan 27, 2026, 4:49 PM
Apple ensures iMessage and FaceTime work on old iOS versions - Apple released updates for long-retired iOS and iPadOS versions including 12.5.8, 15.8.6, and 16.7.13.
- These updates are intended to renew security certificates for services like iMessage and FaceTime.
- Such initiatives allow older Apple devices to remain minimally functional, highlighting the company's commitment to legacy support.
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technology Jan 26, 2026, 7:29 PM
FBI demands Microsoft for BitLocker encryption keys in fraud investigation - The FBI sought access to BitLocker encryption recovery keys from Microsoft for an investigation into fraud.
- BitLocker provides full-disk encryption and allows recovery key storage on Microsoft's servers.
- The situation raises privacy concerns about government access to encrypted data.
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technology Jan 26, 2026, 5:02 PM
Microsoft mishandles credentials due to autodiscover service error - Microsoft's autodiscover service misrouted users' test credentials to external servers.
- The routing error affected only those configuring email accounts through Outlook autoconfiguration.
- The incident has raised concerns about potential vulnerabilities in Microsoft's network practices.
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technology Jan 22, 2026, 10:35 PM
Microsoft faces major outage crippling Outlook and Teams services - A major outage impacting Microsoft 365 services occurred on January 22, 2026.
- Reports of problems began around 3:30 PM ET, with nearly 16,000 users affected.
- Microsoft is working to restore service functionality amid complaints from users.
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technology Jan 21, 2026, 2:40 PM
Scam emails trick unsuspecting users into revealing personal information - A user received an email that appeared to be from Microsoft asking for credit card information.
- The user compared search results from Edge and Google to check the email's legitimacy.
- The experience underscores the importance of educating individuals about phishing scams and email security.
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technology Jan 20, 2026, 4:13 PM
Scammers exploit Verizon outage with fake credit messages - Verizon experienced a service outage affecting over 1.5 million customers, with a subsequent promise of $20 credits for those affected.
- Scammers began exploiting this situation, sending phishing messages urging customers to provide personal information for the credit.
- Local authorities have warned customers to verify any offers through the official Verizon app or website to prevent falling victim to scams.
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technology Jan 19, 2026, 2:00 PM
Apple warns about critical iPhone vulnerabilities affecting millions - Apple has identified significant security vulnerabilities in Safari and WebKit affecting iPhone users worldwide.
- Estimates suggest that around 800 million devices remain vulnerable due to a lack of updates.
- Users are urged to update to iOS 26.2 to protect themselves from targeted attacks.
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technology Jan 19, 2026, 11:54 AM
Microsoft issues urgent Windows 11 fix after widespread shutdown failures - Microsoft released a security update for Windows 11 on January 11, 2026, causing serious operational bugs.
- Major issues included systems rebooting instead of shutting down and problems with remote desktop access.
- An emergency fix for shutdown issues was rolled out on January 17, highlighting the ongoing challenges for Windows users.
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technology Jan 18, 2026, 7:48 PM
User fails to save torrent files on NAS due to Linux settings confusion - A user with limited Linux experience set up Qbittorrent for downloading torrents on a Raspberry Pi and a Seeed device.
- Despite the correct configuration for saving files to a NAS using SMB, downloads were being stored locally instead.
- The user expressed frustration over not being able to resolve the issue without sufficient Linux knowledge.
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technology Jan 16, 2026, 4:56 PM
Elon Musk's X faces widespread outage impacting thousands - Users worldwide faced significant difficulties accessing the X platform, reporting many issues in loading posts.
- An official source indicated that while reports of outages decreased, many users were still experiencing problems.
- The incident raises concerns about the reliability of technological infrastructure and the need for improvements.
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technology Jan 3, 2026, 4:51 PM
Google enables Gmail address changes for users - Users can now replace their existing @gmail.com address with a new one without creating a new account.
- After an address change, the old email automatically becomes an alias for receiving messages.
- This update enhances user experience but comes with restrictions on creating new addresses.
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technology Dec 30, 2025, 12:03 PM
Cybercriminals exploit human error with Microsoft typosquatting scam - A phishing campaign uses rnicrosoft.com to impersonate Microsoft and steal login credentials.
- Attackers exploit human behavior by creating visually deceptive web addresses.
- These scams highlight the importance of user vigilance and awareness in online safety.
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technology Dec 29, 2025, 6:00 AM
Microsoft speeds up SSDs with new NVMe driver - Microsoft has introduced a new NVMe driver aimed at enhancing performance for Windows Server 2025.
- Experiments using a registry hack to enable this driver on Windows 11 have yielded varied results, with some users reporting up to a 45% increase in SSD speed.
- Users are split on whether to adopt the registry hack or wait for official support from Microsoft, indicating concerns about potential risks.
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technology Dec 19, 2025, 11:56 AM
Teenagers hold the key to coding success with vibe coding - Alexandr Wang encourages teenagers to engage in vibe coding to adapt to new technological advancements.
- He argues that the way coding is approached is changing due to AI, making traditional skills less relevant.
- This shift presents a unique opportunity for Gen Z to excel by mastering AI tools early in their development.
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technology Dec 15, 2025, 10:15 PM
Microsoft ends support for vulnerable RC4 cipher after years of risk - Microsoft has long supported the vulnerable RC4 cipher in Windows servers, exposing organizations to significant cybersecurity risks.
- After serious breaches, including compromising millions of medical records, pressure mounted for Microsoft to address its support of RC4.
- The company has now announced it will deprecate RC4, transitioning towards stronger encryption methods to enhance network security.
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technology Dec 13, 2025, 10:12 AM
iMac at risk after connecting to insecure WiFi network - The 2019 Retina iMac was used by two employees with password-protected accounts.
- It was connected to an insecure WiFi network and adjacent to a malfunctioning Windows PC.
- User is considering erasing the iMac and reinstalling macOS without recovery disks.
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technology Dec 8, 2025, 10:35 PM
Waymo recalls software after robotaxis pass stopped school buses - Waymo has announced a voluntary software recall following reports of its vehicles passing parked school buses in Texas.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating these incidents, which include at least 19 separate occurrences since August.
- Waymo aims to enhance its safety measures and maintain high standards following these close calls.
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technology Dec 8, 2025, 10:35 PM
Waymo recalls software after robotaxis pass stopped school buses - Waymo's robotaxis were reported to have passed parked school buses in Texas, prompting safety concerns.
- The NHTSA has launched an investigation into the incidents involving Waymo vehicles.
- Waymo has initiated a voluntary software recall and is committed to continuous improvement and safety monitoring.
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technology Dec 5, 2025, 6:29 PM
Valve aims to enhance SteamOS memory management to compete with Windows - Ars' comparative analysis shows significant performance differences between SteamOS and Windows, especially on dedicated GPUs.
- SteamOS struggles with memory-intensive games on 8GB GPUs, revealing potential design issues for Valve's upcoming Steam Machine.
- Valve is actively working on memory management improvements to enhance SteamOS performance and narrow the gap with Windows.
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technology Dec 5, 2025, 3:28 PM
Cloudflare outage disrupts major platforms like LinkedIn and Zoom - Cloudflare reported a major outage affecting several high-profile websites and services, including LinkedIn and Zoom.
- The disruption was caused by a change to the Web Application Firewall related to parsing requests, aimed at addressing a security vulnerability.
- Experts warn that reliance on a limited number of infrastructure providers poses significant risks for internet stability, urging companies to develop redundancy strategies.
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technology Dec 5, 2025, 11:21 AM
Cloudflare outage disrupts major websites and platforms - Cloudflare experienced significant issues leading to service outages for major websites including LinkedIn and Zoom.
- Users encountered empty pages while trying to access these platforms, prompting reports to DownDetector.
- The incident underscores the vulnerability of internet infrastructure and the reliance on central service providers.
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