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France’s Encryption Crackdown Could Break Secure Messaging for Everyone
Mandated encryption backdoors would put billions at risk, undermining both privacy and cybersecurity.
Firefox Stands Up for Ad and Tracking Blockers, Keeping Both Old and New Web Rules
Firefox stands firm on privacy by keeping Manifest V2 support—despite Google’s push for V3.
MembersThe Best Private Alternatives to Google Photos and iCloud for Private Photo Storage
Keep your digital memories safe with these tried and tested encrypted photo storage providers that put privacy first.
Pro-Censorship Brazilian Justice Orders Nationwide Ban on Rumble
Brazil’s judiciary expands its crackdown on dissent, targeting foreign platforms that refuse to censor political opponents.
LibreOffice Develops Local Real-Time Collaboration for Writer, Introduces ZetaOffice
LibreOffice is developing real-time collaboration for Writer, enabling local document editing without cloud reliance, using CRDT technology.
Google Tightens Its Grip on Chrome Extensions as Ad Blockers Take the Hit
Google’s Manifest V3 rollout tightens control over Chrome extensions, limiting ad blockers and privacy tools.
The White House Expands Digital Outreach with Official Rumble Account, Embraces Alternative Tech
The White House embraces alternative media, ensuring direct communication without legacy media filters.
Rumble’s Brazil Comeback Signals a New Chapter in the Speech Wars
Rumble’s comeback coincides with rising tensions over censorship and judicial oversight in Brazil.
Kiwi Browser Shuts Down, Extension Support Lives on in Edge Canary
Kiwi Browser is shutting down, leaving mobile users with fewer choices. Its extension support lives on in Microsoft Edge Canary.
Rumble Unveils 2025 Creator Program
Rumble’s new payout model rewards creators based on watch time, new signups, and premium subscriptions, redefining how online content is monetized.
Trump Media Expands into Financial Services with Truth.Fi, Investing $250M in “Patriot Economy”
TMTG expands beyond media with Truth.Fi, aiming to reshape finance through patriot-driven investments and decentralized finance solutions.
Odysee Drops Stripe for USDC Payments, Citing Censorship Concerns
Odysee drops Stripe after censorship demands, switching to USDC for more financial freedom and lower fees.