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Privacy technologies
fromTNW | Insights
39 minutes ago

LinkedIn secretly scans 6,000+ browser extensions and fingerprints your device

LinkedIn's hidden JavaScript routine collects extensive user data without disclosure, raising concerns about covert surveillance practices.
#communication
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
15 hours ago

Psychology says people who would always rather call than text aren't demanding more of your time - they're asking for the one thing that separates a real conversation from the performance of one, which is the sound of another person being alive on the other end, and that need is not inconvenient, it is human - Silicon Canals

Phone calls foster deeper connections than text messages, capturing nuances of emotion that typed words cannot convey.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
11 hours ago

Psychology says people who reply to messages within seconds aren't just efficient - they've built their sense of safety around being reachable, because somewhere in their past, being slow to respond had consequences - Silicon Canals

Instant responses to messages often stem from a psychological need to mitigate perceived threats rather than mere efficiency.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
15 hours ago

Psychology says people who would always rather call than text aren't demanding more of your time - they're asking for the one thing that separates a real conversation from the performance of one, which is the sound of another person being alive on the other end, and that need is not inconvenient, it is human - Silicon Canals

Phone calls foster deeper connections than text messages, capturing nuances of emotion that typed words cannot convey.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
11 hours ago

Psychology says people who reply to messages within seconds aren't just efficient - they've built their sense of safety around being reachable, because somewhere in their past, being slow to respond had consequences - Silicon Canals

Instant responses to messages often stem from a psychological need to mitigate perceived threats rather than mere efficiency.
Media industry
fromFortune
21 hours ago

3 reasons OpenAI buying daily tech show TBPN for hundreds of millions isn't totally crazy | Fortune

Knowing when to sell is crucial for startup success, as demonstrated by TBPN's timely sale to OpenAI.
Healthcare
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

This chatbot can prescribe psych meds. Kind of.

Utah allows an AI system to prescribe psychiatric drugs, raising concerns about risks and the effectiveness of expanding mental health care.
#social-media
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

The anonymous social app that thinks it can work in Saudi Arabia | TechCrunch

Fizz is expanding globally, successfully launching in Saudi Arabia and aiming to become a generational social product beyond college campuses.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK social media users less active on tech platforms due to rise of video apps

Social media activity in the UK is declining due to video app popularity and concerns over past posts affecting users' reputations.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Including online games in social media bans is unworkable, unnecessary and would harm young people

Meta and YouTube were found liable for creating addictive products affecting young users, prompting calls for social media restrictions for under-16s.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

The anonymous social app that thinks it can work in Saudi Arabia | TechCrunch

Fizz is expanding globally, successfully launching in Saudi Arabia and aiming to become a generational social product beyond college campuses.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK social media users less active on tech platforms due to rise of video apps

Social media activity in the UK is declining due to video app popularity and concerns over past posts affecting users' reputations.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Including online games in social media bans is unworkable, unnecessary and would harm young people

Meta and YouTube were found liable for creating addictive products affecting young users, prompting calls for social media restrictions for under-16s.
#meta
fromWIRED
1 day ago
Information security

Meta Pauses Work With Mercor After Data Breach Puts AI Industry Secrets at Risk

fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago
Silicon Valley

'We're having a moment' - fear and denial in Silicon Valley over social media addiction trial

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 days ago
Privacy professionals

Weakening Speech Protections Will Punish All of Us-Not Just Meta

Meta and YouTube face legal challenges, but lowering First Amendment protections could harm user speech rights.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 week ago

You're suddenly told to WFH tomorrow. Are you about to get fired over Zoom?

Meta laid off about 700 employees, with potential for more cuts as the company adjusts to investments in artificial intelligence.
Information security
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Meta Pauses Work With Mercor After Data Breach Puts AI Industry Secrets at Risk

Meta has paused work with Mercor due to a major security breach affecting data used for AI training.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

'We're having a moment' - fear and denial in Silicon Valley over social media addiction trial

Meta and YouTube were found liable for designing addictive platforms that harmed a young woman's mental health.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 week ago

You're suddenly told to WFH tomorrow. Are you about to get fired over Zoom?

Meta laid off about 700 employees, with potential for more cuts as the company adjusts to investments in artificial intelligence.
#ai
fromQueerty
1 day ago
LGBT

Cavorting with chatbots?! Survey reveals whether people think sexting with AI is cheating - Queerty

Productivity
fromFortune
1 week ago

Research shows workers are using AI to get away from their computers-sneaking gym classes, skipping meetings, and clawing back 30 minutes a day | Fortune

AI tools are increasing worker productivity by reclaiming time for breaks rather than adding more tasks.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

In the age of vibe coding, trust is the real bottleneck | Fortune

AI tools can generate code rapidly, but they also introduce vulnerabilities and require rigorous verification to ensure security and compliance.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Cavorting with chatbots?! Survey reveals whether people think sexting with AI is cheating - Queerty

AI is transforming interactions within the LGBTQ+ community, impacting relationships and social dynamics significantly.
Roam Research
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

PSA: Anyone with a link can view your Granola notes by default

Granola's AI note-taking app makes user notes viewable by default, raising privacy concerns for sensitive information.
Productivity
fromFortune
1 week ago

Research shows workers are using AI to get away from their computers-sneaking gym classes, skipping meetings, and clawing back 30 minutes a day | Fortune

AI tools are increasing worker productivity by reclaiming time for breaks rather than adding more tasks.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

In the age of vibe coding, trust is the real bottleneck | Fortune

AI tools can generate code rapidly, but they also introduce vulnerabilities and require rigorous verification to ensure security and compliance.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 day ago

From Streaming To AI: Agency Leaders' Next Big Media Bets

Streaming platform consolidation is reshaping agency strategies, emphasizing precision and adaptability in targeting consumer attention.
#google-vids
Vue
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Google now lets you direct avatars through prompts in its Vids app | TechCrunch

Google Vids now features customizable avatars, video exports to YouTube, and a new screen recording Chrome extension.
Digital life
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

Google Vids Just Got a Major AI Upgrade - Here's What's New

Google Vids enables intuitive video creation using AI, allowing users to direct avatars and publish content quickly with simple text prompts.
Vue
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Google now lets you direct avatars through prompts in its Vids app | TechCrunch

Google Vids now features customizable avatars, video exports to YouTube, and a new screen recording Chrome extension.
Digital life
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

Google Vids Just Got a Major AI Upgrade - Here's What's New

Google Vids enables intuitive video creation using AI, allowing users to direct avatars and publish content quickly with simple text prompts.
#remote-work
Careers
fromFinanceBuzz
3 days ago

10 Work-from-Home Jobs That Don't Keep You on the Phone All Day

Working from home offers flexibility and opportunities for various remote jobs that do not require constant phone communication.
Remote teams
fromInc
3 days ago

My Team Wants To Work From Home -- But Some Of Them Are Terrible At It

Balancing remote work fairness is challenging when performance varies significantly among staff.
Remote teams
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

This Is a Normal Part of Working Today. I Don't Understand How People Do It Without Losing Their Minds.

Remote work culture can create stress due to constant connectivity expectations on platforms like Slack.
fromMUO
2 months ago
Gadgets

I've worked from home for over 8 years - these are the gadgets I swear by

fromAbc
1 month ago
Mental health

Working from home can be isolating, but there are ways to feel connected

Careers
fromFinanceBuzz
3 days ago

10 Work-from-Home Jobs That Don't Keep You on the Phone All Day

Working from home offers flexibility and opportunities for various remote jobs that do not require constant phone communication.
Remote teams
fromInc
3 days ago

My Team Wants To Work From Home -- But Some Of Them Are Terrible At It

Balancing remote work fairness is challenging when performance varies significantly among staff.
Remote teams
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

This Is a Normal Part of Working Today. I Don't Understand How People Do It Without Losing Their Minds.

Remote work culture can create stress due to constant connectivity expectations on platforms like Slack.
fromMUO
2 months ago
Gadgets

I've worked from home for over 8 years - these are the gadgets I swear by

fromAbc
1 month ago
Mental health

Working from home can be isolating, but there are ways to feel connected

#youtube
Television
fromMakeUseOf
5 days ago

This free web app turns YouTube into a cable TV experience - and it's my favorite way to watch ad-free

Channel Surfer transforms YouTube into a nostalgic cable TV experience, offering a free, ad-free viewing option with a classic interface.
Television
fromMakeUseOf
5 days ago

This free web app turns YouTube into a cable TV experience - and it's my favorite way to watch ad-free

Channel Surfer transforms YouTube into a nostalgic cable TV experience, offering a free, ad-free viewing option with a classic interface.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
2 days ago

Microlearning Solutions For Mobile: How L&D Leaders Build Engaging, In-The-Flow-Of-Work Learning

Mobile microlearning solutions effectively address time scarcity and fragmented attention, providing quick, accessible training for modern employees.
#salesforce
Business intelligence
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Salesforce announces an AI-heavy makeover for Slack, with 30 new features | TechCrunch

Salesforce enhances Slack with AI features, including reusable skills and improved Slackbot capabilities for task automation and integration with external services.
Business intelligence
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Salesforce announces an AI-heavy makeover for Slack, with 30 new features | TechCrunch

Salesforce enhances Slack with AI features, including reusable skills and improved Slackbot capabilities for task automation and integration with external services.
Software development
fromZDNET
2 days ago

I built two apps with just my voice and a mouse - are IDEs already obsolete?

AI coding transforms development by replacing traditional editing and debugging with instructive guidance.
Education
fromeLearning Industry
3 days ago

Personalized Learning: How New Tech Assists With Student-First Awareness

The shift to personalized learning emphasizes student-first awareness, leveraging technology to address individual needs and reduce cognitive overload.
Deliverability
fromZDNET
3 days ago

I used Gmail's AI tool to do hours of work for me in 10 minutes - with 3 prompts

Gmail's AI features enhance productivity by streamlining email management and reducing tedious tasks.
Video games
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability challenges despite having over 150 million users.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

A new RCS update could connect iPhone and Android video calls, someday

Interoperable video calls between iPhone and Android users may become possible with the RCS Universal Profile 4.0 standard.
#ai-transcription
Productivity
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago

This $584 AI Meeting Assistant Is Now Only $67

MeetScribe Pro is an AI transcription tool that organizes meeting notes and tasks, currently available for a lifetime subscription of $67.
Roam Research
fromFt
1 week ago

The best tech for tricking out your home office

AI transcription services have evolved into essential tools, with Plaud Note Pro being a standout user-friendly option.
Productivity
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago

This $584 AI Meeting Assistant Is Now Only $67

MeetScribe Pro is an AI transcription tool that organizes meeting notes and tasks, currently available for a lifetime subscription of $67.
Roam Research
fromFt
1 week ago

The best tech for tricking out your home office

AI transcription services have evolved into essential tools, with Plaud Note Pro being a standout user-friendly option.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Telehealth giant Hims & Hers says its customer support system was hacked | TechCrunch

Hims & Hers confirmed a data breach affecting customer support data, including names and contact information, but not medical records.
#proton
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Proton adds a secure video conferencing service called Meet to its toolbox

Proton launches Meet, a privacy-focused video-calling service, competing with Microsoft and Google while ensuring user anonymity and security.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Proton adds a secure video conferencing service called Meet to its toolbox

Proton launches Meet, a privacy-focused video-calling service, competing with Microsoft and Google while ensuring user anonymity and security.
Relationships
fromBustle
1 day ago

Is ChatGPT Ruining Your Friendships?

Sophia's friendship with Jen has become surface-level due to differing views on AI usage, particularly ChatGPT.
fromAndroid Police
3 days ago

Google plans a huge change to Meet recordings that will impact everyone

Google Meet currently doesn't allow meeting participants to download or copy video recordings by default. For any meeting owners who don't want viewers to download the meeting recordings, the current default behavior perfectly aligns with your needs.
Digital life
Media industry
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

OpenAI takes on another "side quest," buys tech-focused talk show TBPN

OpenAI's acquisition of TBPN will maintain its editorial independence while enhancing marketing and communications efforts.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
2 days ago

The Stack: AI Surges while Social Platforms Face Scrutiny

AI is growing rapidly, streaming models are evolving, and regulatory pressures on platforms are increasing globally.
E-Commerce
fromBGR
1 week ago

10 Gadgets That Will Instantly Upgrade Your Home Office - BGR

Ten gadgets can enhance productivity and comfort in a home office.
Social media marketing
fromBGR
3 days ago

Instagram Finally Found A Premium Feature You Might Want - And It's A Little Creepy - BGR

Instagram is a major revenue source for Meta, generating $71 billion by 2025, and is testing a subscription service with new features.
Business intelligence
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Integrating Technology With Customer Service: Preserving The Human Element - Above the Law

Balancing automation with human connection is essential for exceptional client experiences in legal help desks.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Teenager died after asking ChatGPT for most successful' way to take his life, inquest told

A 16-year-old boy took his life after seeking methods on ChatGPT, highlighting concerns about AI's role in mental health crises.
Healthcare
fromFortune
6 days ago

AI is reshaping the doctor visit-just not how you think | Fortune

Digital health startups raised $14.2 billion in 2025, with AI companies capturing 54% of that funding and influencing patient-provider dynamics.
Education
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The anti-boredom tech tool kit for meetings and classes

Engaging participants in meetings or teaching can be challenging, but tools like Padlet can enhance collaboration and participation.
#whatsapp
Information security
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Don't open that WhatsApp message, Microsoft warns

WhatsApp messages are being exploited to deliver malicious files that allow attackers to control victims' machines and access their data.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
Information security
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Don't open that WhatsApp message, Microsoft warns

WhatsApp messages are being exploited to deliver malicious files that allow attackers to control victims' machines and access their data.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

Healthcare IT Platform CareCloud Probing Potential Data Breach

CareCloud disclosed a cybersecurity incident that may have resulted in patient information compromise, affecting one of its electronic health record environments for roughly 8 hours.
Healthcare
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Doctor Mike's Internet Medicine

If it continues to spread past the demarcation that we usually draw using a skin marker-we say Sharpie, but it's a skin marker-we say that this is spreading. Diagnosis: possible sepsis. Varshavski was not talking to the patient or to nursing staff. He was not even in a hospital. He was speaking into a camera in a two-bedroom apartment on the fifty-sixth floor of a building in Hell's Kitchen, in a makeshift studio where he records videos and his popular podcast.
Medicine
Digital life
fromBig Think
4 days ago

3 ways to prove you're human online

Generative AI is rapidly increasing information production, leading to a potential scarcity of human-generated content and a need for new human verification methods.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
4 days ago

What Will AI Coworkers Look Like for the Rest of 2026?

AI coworkers are now integral to workflows, executing tasks and returning results, transforming how teams operate by 2026.
Law
fromAmericanbar
4 weeks ago

Technology Diminished Office Life, But for the Best

Technology has reduced law firm overhead costs, enabling smaller firms to compete with larger ones and offer clients more affordable legal services with flexible work arrangements.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

3 Ways to Assign Social Meaning in the Digital Age

Belonging is essential for fulfillment, especially in challenging times, yet the digital age complicates genuine connections.
Productivity
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Your Zoom meetings can auto-generate slides and sheets for you now - no Google needed

Zoom expands its workplace platform with AI-powered Sheets and Slides tools, competing with Google's productivity suite while enhancing its AI Companion assistant across collaboration features.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

The reason most people feel drained after video calls but not after phone calls has less to do with screen fatigue and more to do with the fact that seeing your own face continuously activates self-monitoring circuits your brain was never designed to sustain - Silicon Canals

Video call fatigue stems from continuous self-viewing triggering constant self-evaluation, not primarily from screen time or blue light exposure.
Business intelligence
fromComputerworld
3 weeks ago

Zoom expands agentic AI platform to automate enterprise workflows

Zoom expands its agentic AI platform with workflow orchestration capabilities across Workplace, Phone, and CX services to automate tasks and trigger workflows based on interactions.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

Zoom sees human conversation as its edge in the agentic AI era

Zoom leverages human interactions and AI tools to enhance workplace productivity and engagement amidst the rise of AI agents in the SaaS market.
Remote teams
fromZDNET
4 weeks ago

We surveyed remote workers for their favorite tech gadgets - these 8 top the list

ZDNET staff share their favorite work-from-home gadgets and devices based on decades of combined remote work experience.
Remote teams
fromMUO
1 month ago

Microsoft Teams brings transparency to meeting connections

Microsoft Teams introduces a Network Strength Indicator feature that identifies weak connections during video calls and provides troubleshooting recommendations to improve call quality.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

Zoom expands enterprise agentic AI platform | Computer Weekly

Zoom expanded its agentic AI platform with workflow orchestration capabilities across Zoom Workplace, Phone, and CX to automate tasks and convert conversations into business outcomes across enterprise systems.
Web development
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

WhatsApp Web is finally getting voice and video calls

WhatsApp Web beta now supports one-to-one voice and video calls with screen sharing, while group calls, call links, and scheduling will roll out later with end-to-end encryption.
Tech industry
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

Google Meet videoconferencing devices can now join Teams calls

Teams interoperability adds Teams access to Google Meet hardware alongside Zoom and Webex, but some Meet hardware features (captions, dual-screen, HDMI presenting) may be unavailable.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

Why I Support the Virtual APA: How I Hate Virtual Conferences and Why I Keep Attending Them

Virtual conferences expand access for those who cannot travel and reduce travel-related carbon emissions, so willingness to try improved virtual formats is essential.
fromGadget Flow
2 months ago

CES 2026: These AI webcams aim squarely at remote pros

As a remote professional, I can tell you firsthand: a good webcam matters. A lot. You don't want to look-or sound-grainy when you're talking to management, clients, or collaborators. And you definitely don't want to constantly crane your neck or shift in your chair just to stay in frame. So when I saw Insta360 unveil its latest webcam lineup at CES 2026, I was genuinely interested-especially because these models were clearly designed with remote workers in mind, not just casual video calls.
Gadgets
France news
fromTheregister
2 months ago

France says au revoir to US videoconferencing software

France will replace US videoconferencing tools in the public sector with a state-built platform, Visio, to keep data and infrastructure under national control by 2027.
Public health
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

8 Ways Technology Supports Better Interaction Across On-Site Teams

Combining real-time voice, clear escalation paths, and safety wearables enables faster, coordinated on-site responses and prevents small issues from becoming major incidents.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Zoom introduces an AI-powered office suite, says AI avatars for meetings arrive this month | TechCrunch

Zoom launches AI avatars for meetings this month, alongside AI productivity apps, deepfake detection, and an AI agent builder for non-technical users.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

The Benefits of Choosing Virtual Medical Services

Virtual healthcare offers convenient, time-saving, secure remote medical consultations that reduce infectious exposure, increase access, and fit busy schedules.
#video-conferencing
Digital life
fromPCMAG
10 years ago

Remote Access Brings Your Office to You

Remote access and NAS solutions allow retrieving and controlling files on a distant PC, enabling access to documents and private-cloud storage from anywhere.
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