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5+ hour, 44+ min ago (382+ words) The Kremlin's crackdown on internet freedom intensifies Russia has escalated its clampdown on internet freedom, with the country's communications regulator, Roskomnadzor, threatening a complete ban on the popular messaging service WhatsApp. As reported by the independent Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta, the agency has accused the Meta-owned platform of being used for "organising and carrying out terrorist activity," and for failing to comply with Russian law. This is the latest in a series of moves by the Kremlin to control the flow of information within its borders, a trend that has been escalating since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. While gradual restrictions have already been implemented against WhatsApp for months, including the blocking of voice calls since August, a full ban would be a major blow to digital communication in the country. This, in an environment where the use of…...

5+ hour, 47+ min ago (249+ words) The Ministry of Communications on Monday asked smartphone makers to install the government's "Sanchar Saathi" app within 90 days and to prevent users from disabling it. It also required manufacturers to push the app onto older models through a software update. Monday's directive led to widespread criticism and concerns of violation of data privacy and user consent in one of the largest handset markets in the world. That order also clashed with policies of companies like U.S.-based Apple, which prohibits preinstalling third-party apps on its devices, including those developed by governments. The ministry said in a statement Wednesday that 600,000 new users had registered to download the app in the last day. While noting its increased acceptance, it said the government "has decided not to make the preinstallation mandatory for mobile manufacturers." "The app is secure and purely meant to help citizens…...

6+ hour, 7+ min ago (314+ words) Pre-orders start on December 4 The OnePlus 15 is already available in much of the world, but thanks to the recent government shutdown in the US, the phone's launch was delayed there, as it was unable to get certified by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission). Now though, the shutdown has ended, and the OnePlus 15 is about to go up for pre-order. You'll be able to pre-order the phone from tomorrow (December 4) at 8am PT / 11am ET. The company hasn't said exactly when the OnePlus 15 will ship, but in a reply to the announcement on its X account, OnePlus claimed that "this drop is imminent." The phone starts at $899.99, for which you'll get a version with 256GB of storage and 12GB of RAM. Or, for $999.99, you can get one with 512GB of storage and 16GB of RAM. That's not cheap, but if you pre-order the OnePlus 15, you'll also get…...

6+ hour, 10+ min ago (302+ words) Updated - December 03, 2025 03:45 pm IST - New Delhi The Ministry of Communications on Wednesday (December 3, 2025) reversed its decision to mandate pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on all smartphones, just days after the order sparked widespread criticism from digital rights groups and opposition parties. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) had on Monday (December 1) issued a directive requiring phone manufacturers to pre-install the cybersecurity app on all devices from March 2026 onwards, citing concerns over handsets with duplicate or spoofed IMEI numbers posing threats to telecom security. However, facing intense pushback over privacy and surveillance concerns, the Government announced it would no longer enforce the mandatory pre-installation requirement. In a press release, the government attributed the policy reversal to the app's "increasing acceptance" among users. Officials said the Sanchar Saathi app witnessed a dramatic surge in adoption following the initial announcement, with 6 lakh new…...

6+ hour, 16+ min ago (568+ words) Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) published a GSMA Intelligence report (Dec 3, 2025) showing rising consumer demand for direct-to-device (D2D) satellite mobile services. Survey shows meaningful consumer willingness to pay and switch for D2D satellite services, creating clear revenue and churn risks for MNOs. New Viasat report " based on a survey of more than 12,000 global smartphone users " reveals 60% would pay more for direct-to-device satellite services, with nearly half ready to switch providers to access. CARLSBAD., Calif., Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viasat, Inc.(NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today launched a new report revealing that rising demand for direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity could open new revenue streams for Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) " while posing a significant competitive challenge. Perhaps as a result, more than 60% of consumers globally are prepared to pay extra for satellite-enabled services on their smartphones. Appetite varies by market, with high-growth regions like…...

7+ hour, 14+ min ago (544+ words) The YouTube app icon on a smartphone in this illustration taken October 27, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration SYDNEY, Dec 3 (Reuters) - Google's YouTube shared a "disappointing update" to millions of Australian users and content creators on Wednesday, saying it will comply with a world-first teen social media ban by locking out users aged under 16 from their accounts within days. The decision ends a stand-off between the internet giant and the Australian government which initially exempted YouTube from the age restriction, citing its use for educational purposes. Google had said it was getting legal advice about how to respond to being included. "This is a disappointing update to share. This law will not fulfill its promise to make kids safer online and will, in fact, make Australian kids less safe on YouTube." The Australian ban is being closely watched by other jurisdictions considering…...

7+ hour, 16+ min ago (160+ words) In future, students will only be able to use a smartphone if they have special educational needs, in case of an emergency, or if they have a medical condition that requires constant monitoring. " AFP SANTIAGO, Chile: Chile's parliament on Dec 2 approved a law banning the use of smartphones by pupils on school premises, the latest country to restrict such access over concerns for children's mental and physical health. The law was approved by a large majority in Chile's Chamber of Deputies and is expected to be enacted soon by President Gabriel Boric, who had supported the initiative. Lawmaker Diego Schalper, an author of the bill, said mobile phone use in children is associated with online addictions and "affects the educational process in classrooms." Colleague Marcia Raphael added the move sought to boost "concentration, performance, community life, and emotional health" in…...

7+ hour, 26+ min ago (135+ words) How a bizarre VHS tape from 1987 led the way for modern dating apps. This episode was written by Willa Paskin and was produced and edited by Benjamin Frisch. We had research assistance from Cleo Levin. Decoder Ring is produced by Katie Shepherd, Max Freedman, and Evan Chung, our supervising producer. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, email us at [email protected], or leave a message on the Decoder Ring hotline at 347-460-7281. We love to hear any and all of your ideas for the show. In each episode, host Willa Paskin takes a cultural question, object, or habit; examines its history; and tries to figure out what it means and why it matters. Willa Paskin is the host of Decoder Ring....

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8+ hour, 16+ min ago (485+ words) Though the peace of single life can't be beat, it's always nice to have someone to curl up with at the end of the day. The path to your next cuddle buddy is only a click away with our singles horoscope. Now is a great time to take things to another level with someone, though it could go either way! If you feel you're in too deep, lighten up. On the other hand, maybe it's time to go in deeper. Toss out old romantic ideals and just focus on friends. Celebrate diversity and let your people show you just how valuable they are to you. Honor them for who they are and watch what happens next. You feel a need to get a handle on the situation and make it your own, but it's best to let events unfold without…...