Around half of all Americans are in the FBI’s database, and most don’t have any criminal history at all
Another hole opens up in LastPass that could take weeks to fix
New flaw affects version 4.x across all browsers and platforms – here’s our advice on how to use LastPass safely while we wait for the fix
Got a drone? Check local regulations before you fly it
Flying a drone in the US means navigating a jumble of state and national rules – and risking fines that can range from $50 to $10,000 if you get it wrong
News in brief: Alabama considers porn filters; Samsung launches new Galaxy; celeb’s Instagram hacked
Your daily round-up of some of the other stories in the news
The scam that knows your name and home address – here’s what to do
The scam that knows your name and home address – here’s what to do
Xbox One's Faster, Simpler Interface is Now Available To Everyone
Microsoft today announced it is releasing a major update to the Xbox One gaming console. The much-awaited update comes with a few new features and improvements such as Beam, the company’s livestreaming client that does similar things as Twitch; and…
The Story of the First Human Head Transplant Won't Die
Stories about the first human head transplant operation, supposedly coming in December 2017, are circulating again. From a report on the Outline: But despite what you might have read or seen, humanity is not much closer to transplanting a human…
More Than Ever, Employees Want a Say in How Their Companies Are Run
Two readers share a report: While workers have traditionally looked to unions to address their grievances, a new generation is trusting in the power of petitions to force changes. At the Wall Street Journal, 160 reporters and editors, delivered a…
App Store Sales For Android To Overtake Apple's iOS, Research Firm Says
An anonymous reader shares a report: For years, Apple’s App Store, the place where people download apps for games and social networking services on their iPhones, has generated far more revenue worldwide than its Android competitors. This year, things are…
About 90% of Smart TVs Vulnerable To Remote Hacking Via Rogue TV Signals
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Bleeping Computer: A new attack on smart TVs allows a malicious actor to take over devices using rogue DVB-T (Digital Video Broadcasting — Terrestrial) signals, get root access on the smart TV, and…