Russia Threatens to Completely Block WhatsApp Over Non-Compliance
Russia threatens to block WhatsApp for non-compliance with laws, amid internet shutdowns and promotion of state-backed app MAX.
Category : Internet
Nick Clegg’s Plan to Save the Internet: Spin or Substance?
Nick Clegg's book defends Meta and social media, but internal emails show he once urged action on teen mental health.
Taliban's Internet Shutdown Strangles Hope for Afghan Women
Taliban cuts fibre-optic internet in 12 Afghan provinces, blocking girls from online education and severing their last link to the outside world.
Russia Restricts Apple's FaceTime Citing Security Concerns
Russia restricts Apple's FaceTime, accusing it of being used for terrorism and crime, as part of broader internet control efforts.
Ex-CIA Spy: Public WiFi Without VPN Is 'Out of Your Mind'
Former CIA officer Jason Hanson warns that using public WiFi without a VPN is reckless, as government agencies can monitor devices. He urges VPN use for encryption.
Twitter/X Down: Users Unable to Load Feeds Amid Amazon Issues
Twitter, now X, experienced an outage on Monday, June 22, 2026, with users unable to load feeds. Amazon also reported issues. Updates to follow.
Scammers Target Stranded Tourists Amid Middle East Travel Chaos
Scammers set up fake airline accounts to steal from tourists seeking refunds amid Middle East travel disruption.
Iranians cross Turkish border to bypass internet blackouts
Iranians cross into Turkey to access internet during blackouts, as protests and crackdown continue.
Charlie Kirk Shooting: Online Memes and Nihilism in Focus
Analysis of online memes and nihilistic culture in the Charlie Kirk shooting, highlighting trends in extremist attacks and digital communities.
Russia Attempts to Block WhatsApp in Push for State App Max
Russia attempted to block WhatsApp to promote state app Max, impacting over 100 million users amid broader internet crackdown.
Amazon's Kindle Kids Edition Slashed by £30 in Last-Minute Christmas Deals
Amazon cuts Kindle Kids Edition price by £30 in Christmas deals, offering a distraction-free reading device for children with a two-year guarantee.
Iran State TV Hacked Amid Protests Over Mahsa Amini Death
Iran state TV hacked during protest over Mahsa Amini death; at least three killed in clashes as unrest spreads.
Iran’s Partial Internet Restoration Met with Skepticism and Anger
Iran's partial internet restoration after 88 days is met with skepticism and anger, as many view it as insufficient and potentially a surveillance tool.
Amazon Scams Growing More Convincing: How to Protect Your Family
Amazon scams are becoming highly convincing, targeting account issues, deliveries and refunds. Learn how to spot and avoid them.
Meghan Markle Shares Sweet Photo of Lilibet Before Europe Trip
Meghan Markle shares a sweet photo of Princess Lilibet before her Europe trip to highlight online child safety at a WHO memorial.
Iran Jams Starlink to Conceal Protest Crackdown
Iran jams Starlink to hide protest crackdown, with 646 killed. Experts say direct-to-cell tech could help but is long-term.
UK Internet Safety Rules: What You Need to Know
From tomorrow, social media firms must comply with child safety rules under the Online Safety Act, with Ofcom enforcing measures against harmful content.
Generation X: The Unseen Populist Force Online
Generation X, not pensioners or teens, is driving the populist insurgency, radicalised by online bile and venting extreme views in public.
Iran Plans Permanent Break from Global Internet, Activists Warn
Iran plans permanent break from global internet, limiting access to vetted individuals, activists report.
Viral Cyclist Video in London Unmasked as Possible Stunt
A viral video of a cyclist tearing a wing mirror from a van in London is suspected to be staged, raising questions about news verification.
Charlie Kirk tops Wikipedia’s list of most-read articles in 2025
Charlie Kirk's Wikipedia article was the most read in 2025, with nearly 45 million views after he was shot. The list also includes Ed Gein, Donald Trump, and Pope Leo XIV.
BT Engineer Error Leads to False Paedophile Accusations
Three innocent people in Wales were falsely accused of child abuse images due to a BT engineer's wiring error, tribunal rules police acted lawfully.
Amazon Web Services Outage Highlights Risks of Cloud Dependency, Experts Warn
Amazon Web Services outage disrupts global apps, sparking warnings about internet's over-reliance on few cloud providers.
'Now I know love is real!' The people who gave up on romance – then found it in lockdown
During lockdown, many singles found deeper connections online, with dating app registrations soaring and users reassessing priorities.
Amazon Web Services Outage Highlights Risks of Internet Reliance on Few Providers
AWS outage disrupts thousands of sites globally, experts warn of over-reliance on few cloud providers.
Fortnite Servers Down: Epic Games Confirms Login and Matchmaking Issues
Fortnite servers are down, with Epic Games confirming login and matchmaking issues affecting players globally, including the UK.
Tech Critic Cory Doctorow Explains the 'Enshittification' of the Internet
Cory Doctorow explains 'enshittification', his term for the internet's decline, and how to stop it.
Dutch far-right MP pays damages for AI-altered court sketch
A Dutch court artist received damages after a PVV MP used her drawing without permission and manipulated it with AI to make subjects look more menacing.
UK Police Shut Down Major Illegal Streaming Hub Ahead of World Cup
27,000 illegal streaming sites shut down in global crackdown ahead of 2026 World Cup; 29 arrests made.
Tonga's Internet Crisis Deepens as Cable Damage and Starlink Shutdown Leave Islands in the Dark
Tonga's internet crisis: undersea cable damage and Starlink shutdown leave islands without connectivity for over two weeks.
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