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As Apple plots to drop iPhone ports, Europe plans law to give all phones same charger
European lawmakers consider legislation that could be irrelevant by the time it arrives.
Cookie consent: Most websites break law by making it hard to 'reject all' tracking
A new study shows hardly any website cookie consent forms comply with Europe's GDPR rules.
Brazil's state-owned firm Dataprev fires hundreds of staff ahead of privatization
The company responsible for the IT underpinning the social security system will close 20 offices across the country and hopes to cut operational spend by $22 million
New year, new Facebook: Here's what Mark Zuckerberg has promised for the 2020s
Facebook's CEO laid out a ten-year plan for the future of the social network.
Senator unveils bill to stop the US from sharing intel with countries using Huawei 5G
The legislation comes just as the UK is set to decide whether to upgrade its telecom network with Huawei.
Microsoft's new Office 365 terms: 'We won't use your data for advertising or profiling'
US businesses can thank privacy-conscious Europeans for improvements in Microsoft's Online Services Terms.
Fake reviews: Facebook and eBay ban dozens of groups after watchdog probe
Facebook is testing an automated detection system to spot fake reviews.
DHS: Iran maintains a robust cyber program and can execute cyber-attacks against the US
US Department of Homeland Security issues terror alert about possible Iran-sponsored terrorist acts and cyber-attacks.
'Don't be evil': Has Google forgotten its original motto?
Ex-Google exec Ross LaJeunesse says he's seen huge cultural changes at the company – and not for the best.
China's TikTok banned by US Army amid security concerns: Report
It comes as the social media video app releases its first transparency report.
Brazilian government updates tax relief program for tech companies
The updates meet the requirements from the World Trade Organization and follow complaints from the EU and Japan.
Cyber security 101: Protect your privacy from hackers, spies, and the government
Simple steps can make the difference between losing your online accounts or maintaining what is now a precious commodity: Your privacy.
Brazil to create national artificial intelligence strategy
The plan aims to use AI to boost competitiveness and productivity and address issues such as social inequality.
Twitter shuts down Saudi state-backed information operations
They formed a larger network of more than 88,000 accounts.
California Consumer Privacy Act: Everything you need to know about the CCPA
California's new privacy bill is one strict piece of legislation. Whether you are a consumer curious about your new rights or a business worried about compliance, here is a guide to the new rules.
10 steps to erase your digital footprint
How do you vanish online? Follow these 10 steps to get started.
The history of electronic voting in Brazil
Tomorrow, voting machines will be working at full steam as Brazilians go to the polls for the second round of the country's general elections. We take you though the main developments of e-voting in Brazil over the last 30 years.
Six clicks: How ed-tech is revolutionizing the classroom
In what ways can teachers use tech to enrich their lessons?
Tropical tech: IT challenges in remote communities
Operating and maintaining the sensitive IT equipment in Australia's tropical far north can be a challenging undertaking, but NEC Australia has worked out a way to keep things running for some of Australia's most remote communities.
Six clicks: Top free iOS, Android apps to learn how to program
No matter the age, learning a programming language is a marketable skill. Here are mobile apps to assist you.
Hands-on with iRobot's Android-based robot controller: pictures
ZDNet took iRobot's new Android-based robot controller for a spin at a briefing in New York City. (Spoiler alert: nothing broke.)
20 essential Android apps for college students
Out of the thousands on offer to make your life easier, here is a roundup of the most essential Android applications for students.
Top tech crowdfunding campaigns of the month: August 2014
What are some of the most innovative tech projects and ideas seeking crowdfunding on Kickstarter and Indiegogo this month?
Back to school must-have laptops: 2014
A high-spec laptop for design, a budget laptop for reading or a decent all-rounder -- whatever your student needs going back to school, you can find it here.
Back to school must-have tablets: 2014
A high-spec tablet for media, a budget tablet for reading or a decent all-rounder -- whatever your student needs going back to school, you can find it here.
Back to school must-have tech and gadgets: 2014
From gaming headsets to budget tablets, here are some of the best back to school tech and gadgets on the market.
Six Clicks: The best Chromebooks for school
School will soon be in session and a Chromebook may be just what you need for the coming academic year.
The top tablets for kids: 2014 edition
You have one, your partner has one, and your child wants one. What are some of the best tablets and tips to keep them entertained, happy, and most importantly, safe?
Five Brazil World Cup stadium tech facts
As the World Cup kicks off, we list five technology projects rolled out across the venues that will be hosting the tournament in Brazil over the next month.
Six Clicks: Encryption for your webmail
Those who want maximum privacy for their email have a tough time using difficult software. Google is attempting to do better with Gmail, but there's already a decent webmail solution.
'Right to be forgotten' online doesn't apply outside the borders of the EU
Google wins landmark case in the European Court of Justice.
Organized crime in the UK turns to cryptocurrencies for money-laundering schemes
Albanian gangs are using fintech. Law enforcement says it needs a new approach to tackle the problem.
Germany's federal government is too dependent on Microsoft software, report
Microsoft poses threat to Germany's digital sovereignty, warns the study.
From Saudi Arabia to Spain, Twitter removes new batch of state-run fake accounts
Twitter removes new accounts part of state-run information campaigns in the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Equador, and China.
Portuguese startup designs 3D tech to help ports tackle marine waste
Prize-winning LiDAR system can precisely measure how much waste ships bring into ports.
German court ruling dampens hopes of those seeking to regulate Facebook
What was seen as one of the best ways to regulate social-media giants like Facebook has just fallen apart in a Düsseldorf court.
Fighting robocalls is a bi-partisan effort
Tonya Hall sits down with Kevin Rupy, attorney at law and partner at Wiley Rein, to discuss what the House and Senate need to be doing to fight against robocalls.
Russia's main security agency gets hacked through a contractor
SyTech, the hacked company, was working on research projects for the FSB, Russia's intelligence service.
Albania's iconic Pyramid: From dictator's museum to nightclub to tech hub
Tirana's Pyramid building has had quite a journey since it was created to honor Albania's communist dictator.
Face recognition enters the world of local law enforcement
ZDNet's Tiernan Ray explains how police officers at the Orange County, California Sheriff's Department are trying out software created by Veritone Inc., that lets them compare crime scene images of a person to decades of mug shots in the computer. The department claims it is already helping to make breakthroughs in cases that otherwise might not be investigated at all. Read more: https://zd.net/2XzV8rS
Wary of uncertainty, Huawei expands business in Eastern Europe
As the trade dispute goes on, Chinese tech giant Huawei is pushing on with efforts in regions like the Balkans.
Huawei: What it means regarding the government
ZDNet's Chris Duckett talks to Karen Roby about how the government is handling all things Huawei and the company's future.
US responds to Iran with a cyberattack against missile-control system
Attack took place after President Trump backed off from using conventional weapons to strike Iran.
Apple CEO lambasts Silicon Valley for not owning up to privacy mistakes
Time for tech companies to take responsibility for the digital privacy mess they're created, says Apple chief. Read more: https://zd.net/31H1sfD
Barcelona Supercomputing Center will host a 200 petaflop machine
Meet Europe's new supercomputer: MareNostrum 5 takes on global rivals for power. Read more: https://zd.net/2ILlpJQ
