Tag: privacy and security
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Digital wallet fraud: how your bank card can be stolen without it leaving your wallet
Understanding the risk: when your card never leaves your wallet Digital wallet fraud isn’t just about stolen physical cards. In many cases, criminals exploit trust and technology to access funds while your card remains safely tucked away in your pocket or wallet. The result can be unauthorized charges, rapid transfers, or unusual activity that you…
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Prince William and Kate Release New Year Message After Home Break-In
Royal Family Responds to Break-In with Courage and Gratitude The Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince William and Kate Middleton, released a message to the public hours after a troubling incident at their home. The couple, who are currently on a short holiday, paused their break to acknowledge the event and to share a brief,…
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Google Lets Gmail Users Change Addresses Without Losing Data: A New Era for Gmail Personalization
Introduction: A Welcome Shift in Gmail Flexibility In a move that could redefine how users manage their online identities, Google has announced that Gmail users can now change their existing @gmail.com address while keeping all data and services intact. This feature aims to address long-standing frustrations about memorable but old or embarrassing email addresses—without forcing…
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Bondi Boos, Antisemitism, and a Leadership Crisis: Why Last Night’s Response Felt Personal
Introduction: When a vigil becomes a verdict Last night’s event at Bondi Beach drew more than grief and solidarity. The crowd’s loud boos for the Prime Minister, a figure meant to comfort and lead, felt personal to many Australians who are mourning a community tragedy tied to antisemitic hate. The moment wasn’t just about politics;…
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Phone Updates Used to Be Annoying. iOS 26 Is Awful
Introduction: A Modern Lament Phone updates used to be a minor nuisance, a quick reboot and a tap here or there. Today, with iOS 26, many users feel a deeper sense of fatigue, as updates arrive with aggressive timelines, new features that complicate routines, and performance trade-offs. This article examines why iOS 26 has become…
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Google’s AirDrop-style Sharing on Pixel 10: A EU-Driven Shift in Cross-Platform Photo Transfers
Introduction: A Surprise Twist in Pixel 10’s Sharing Capabilities In a move that surprised the tech world, Google rolled out a cross-platform sharing feature for its Pixel 10 lineup, enabling secure transfers of photos, files, and more to iPhone devices via a system reminiscent of Apple’s AirDrop. What began as a quiet update quickly evolved…
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Google Adds AI-Powered Shopping: Call Stores, Browse Products, and Auto-Checkout
Google Expands AI to Online Shopping In a move that could reshape how consumers shop online, Google is integrating sophisticated artificial intelligence across key shopping tasks. The company announced features that let users have an AI tool call local stores on their behalf, browse products with smart recommendations, and even complete purchases automatically. The initiative…
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5 Travel Gadgets for Your Next Holiday: Must-Haves for a Seamless Escape
Intro: A smarter approach to holiday prep School’s out, the holidays are calling, and travel plans are in the air. Whether you’re escaping Singapore’s heat or chasing cool weather elsewhere, a few well-chosen gadgets can transform a trip from chaotic to carefree. Here are five travel gadgets that are practical, compact, and easy to pack,…
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Tommy Robinson Court Case: Refusal to Hand Over Phone PIN During Benidorm Trip
Overview of the Case Tommy Robinson, the controversial political activist whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, faced the Westminster Magistrates Court as his trial opened on Monday. The charge centers on his alleged refusal to provide a PIN for his mobile phone during a routine stop by police while en route to Benidorm in July…
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Tommy Robinson refuses phone PIN in court case with police
High-profile court hearing opens over alleged obstruction of counter-terrorism powers A defiant Tommy Robinson, the controversial political activist whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, faced a trial opening this week in Westminster Magistrates Court after allegedly refusing to provide his phone PIN to police. The case centers on an incident in July 2024 when Robinson…