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There’s Nothing Wrong With Posing for Photos at Chernobyl
Influencer-style pictures are simply the way we document our lives now.
The ‘Platform’ Excuse Is Dying
For years, tech companies have relied on a rhetorical sleight of hand. It’s not working anymore.
I Wrote This on a 30-Year-Old Computer
And it was awesome.
This Is Exactly What Privacy Experts Said Would Happen
CBP’s trove of biometric data is catnip for bad actors.
One Day, All of This Will Be Embarrassing
Kids—and some grown-ups too—are over the days of “sharenting.”
The Groups Where Thousands of Facebook Users Ask for Money
Peer-to-peer aid groups have become a lifeline for those who can’t cover small expenses.
The Case for Wearing AirPods All the Time
The inconspicuous buds might make friendly interactions awkward, but they can also provide protection in dangerous situations.
When Grown-Ups Get Caught in Teens’ AirDrop Crossfire
Anytime young people get together, the pics start flowing.
The Coalition Out to Kill Tech as We Know It
With enemies like these, the industry is going to need some friends.
Consumer Surveillance Enters Its Bargaining Phase
Amazon and Google are happy to give users the option to pause tracking. Why can’t we stop it entirely?