Amid protests against the killing of Mahsa Amini, authorities have cut off mobile internet, WhatsApp, and Instagram. The death toll continues to rise. https://media.wired.com/photos/632dcedd36c33c0247a2f0ee/master/pass/Iran-Internet-Shutdown-Security-AP_22264589595157.jpg
Tag: CRACKDOWN
A Facebook Crackdown, Amazon Facial Recognition, and More Security News This Week
Hackers use SS7 flaws to rob banks, Japan goes after IoT vulnerabilities, and more security news this week. https://media.wired.com/photos/5c54c0ed91cda934889d4c04/master/pass/GettyImages-498671632.jpg
China forms video game ethics committee as part of crackdown
China’s freeze on game approvals is winding down, although gamers and developers might not like what the thaw entails. The country has revealed the existence of an Online Game Ethics Committee that will screen games to ensure they’re “healthy and beneficial” and address “social concerns,” among other issues. To put it another way, the panel […]
Instagram’s Crackdown on Fake Followers Just Might Work
Instagram’s promise to root out “inauthentic activity” sends some social media marketers into crisis. https://media.wired.com/photos/5bf32bdbd088207a8302857e/master/pass/Instagram-InauthenticFollowers.jpg
Chiropractor crackdown: College gives ultimatum on misleading health claims
There is no acceptable scientific evidence that chiropractors can treat Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, diabetes, infertility, infections, autism, ADHD or Down syndrome. And yet, some practitioners in this province claim they can.
Joshua v Povetkin free live stream WARNING – Boxing fans targeted in shock new crackdown
Fans looking to live stream Joshua v Povetkin for free tonight could be in for a nasty shock. The fight is expected to be one of the biggest bouts of the year with millions tuning in across the world. But those hoping to watch without paying for the fight through official channels could face a […]
FDA Launches Crackdown on Juul, Other E-Cigarettes
The agency cites risks of nicotine, particularly on young brains. “The FDA won’t tolerate a whole generation of young people becoming addicted to nicotine,” Commissioner Scott Gottlieb says. https://media.wired.com/photos/5b99844508bfd37b327cfaca/master/pass/juule-teens-h_15044712-w.jpg
Facebook and Twitter Eye Iran in Latest Fake Account Crackdown
The social media companies removed hundreds of fake accounts with links to Iran and Russia that were engaged in “coordinated inauthentic behavior.” https://media.wired.com/photos/5b7cb68e5560bb1fedf11ce7/master/pass/Zuck-Iran-FA-AP_18144667384348.jpg
Thousands protest in Romania capital after police crackdown
Crowds of anti-corruption protesters were back in the streets of Romania’s capital Bucharest on Saturday, following the clashes between demonstrators and riot police that left over 400 people injured on the previous day. The rallies have been spearheaded by expats who claimed that they had been forced to leave the country due to corruption. Demonstrators […]
Spain holiday WARNING: Hotels demand crack-down on ‘unsafe and illegal' accomodation
Hotels in Spain have found tourists looking for an alternative way to visit the popular cities and islands have resorted to taking to the sea. A number of boat options of yachts and smaller vessels are on offer to tourists. Prices can range from €35 (£31) in cities such as Alicante and up to €445 […]