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FTC renews legal challenge to Microsoft’s $69B purchase of Activision
The US Federal Trade Commission has revived proceedings to block the Microsoft-Activision merger as it awaits a ruling from a federal appeals court on a temporary injunction, and just weeks ahead of the expected close of the deal.
Wi-Fi 7 could make thin clients much more viable
The days when bandwidth and networking issues could hold back thin client devices may be over — thanks to Wi-Fi 7.
US FTC hits Amazon with antitrust lawsuit on e-commerce business
In the latest antitrust lawsuit to be leveled against a big tech company, Amazon is facing complaints it engaged in anticompetitive behavior that has negatively impacted buyers and sellers on its e-commerce platform.
Apple’s Eddy Cue testifies in Google’s confusing, secretive antitrust trial
Top Apple executive Eddy Cue testified in the government’s antitrust case against Google, but it’s hard to judge the import of what he said given the shroud of secrecy surrounding the trial.
Apple Support prepares to leave X: End of the omni-channel?
Well-reported privacy concerns, distribution of fake news, and poor content protection decisions may have eroded trust in social media.
4 secret settings for a smarter Chrome Android setup
Supercharge your smartphone browsing experience with these powerful yet completely concealed options for Google's Chrome Android app.
For Apple users, tips on improving Wi-Fi performance
At home or in the office, everyone needs better wireless connectivity. Here are a few ways to build back your networks better.
Wi-Fi 7 is coming — here's what to know
Have you invested in a Wi-Fi 6E-compatible router yet? Perhaps you never will, since the next-generation Wi-Fi 7 standard could appear in iPhones beginning in 2024.
HomeKit is going to be everywhere as ABB buys Eve Systems
We are about to see a huge increase in consumer exposure to smart home technologies, which should increase recognition and adoption of these systems.
How to enable Google's clever new Chrome Reading Mode right now
Google's got a great way to enhance your online reading experience, but you've really gotta work to find it.
The fax is still king in healthcare — and it’s not going away anytime soon
Fax machines and servers may be old tech, but they're trusted. And, until someone comes up with a more secure and prolific method for transmitting patient information and prescription requests, the aging systems aren't going anywhere. ...
Amazon, Facebook, Twitter on EU list of companies facing DSA content rules
The EU Commission has announced the 19 online companies and search engines, including Bing and Google, that will have to comply with new transparency and accountability regulations by August.
Amazon’s Sidewalk could be a big boon to business
What looks like a consumer play by the company is actually a largely untapped public resource for business — from startups to enterprises.
3CX DesktopApp compromised by supply chain attack
3CX will be releasing an update for the DesktopApp in the next few hours; meanwhile, users are urged to use the PWA Client instead.
Q&A: Cisco CIO Fletcher Previn on the challenges of a hybrid workplace
Securing Cisco's networks, creating and maintaining company culture, and dealing with a dearth of IT talent are among the difficult issues with which Cisco CIO Fletcher Previn says he's grappling.
Will Apple switch the iPhone to eSIM-only everywhere by ’24?
Since the iPhone 14, Apple only sells smartphones with eSIM support in the US. At least one analyst now thinks Apple will extend this to Europe and developed Asian markets by 2024.
Section 230 liability protections on trial in Google Supreme Court case
Whether Google can be held liable for recommending harmful content on YouTube is at the heart of a watershed case that could shape the future of the internet.
Bing vs. Google: the new AI-driven search wars are on
For decades, Google has dominated search. Now, thanks to ChatGPT, Microsoft Bing poses a real challenge to the Google search engine.