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Should Cybersecurity Be a Human Right?
Opinion Recent developments at the United Nations and the G-20 suggest that the well-known human rights to privacy and freedom of expression may soon be formally extended to online communications.
Building a Google for the Deep, Dark Web
Opinion A NASA scientist is helping to create software that would index a slew of tile types from the entire Internet.
Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg Outlines Projects to Reduce Fake News
Zuckerberg posted a comment on his home page that finally addresses the problem of fake news on the social media site.
How a DDoS Cyberattack Caused Widespread Internet Outage
Many people in the U.S. were affected by a widespread internet outage early today due to a so-called DDoS cyberattack. How does this attack work, and what does it do?
3D-Printed Gadget Lets Kids Turn Smartphone into Microscope
A 3D-printed smartphone microscope system is making microbiology interactive by allowing schoolkids to experiment and play games with light-seeking microbes.
Smartphone-Connected Contact Lenses Give New Meaning to 'Eye Phone'
Apps allow you to link your smartphone to anything from your shoes, to your jewelry, to your doorbell — and soon, you may be able to add your contact lenses to that list.
Facebook's Internet-Delivery Drone Completes First Test Flight
Facebook is testing a drone that can deliver internet access to remote areas of the world.
'Snowfox' GPS Phone Helps Parents Keep Tabs on Young Kids
A new, screenless phone for young kids could help parents stay in touch with their children, without the adults having to worry that their kids are glued to smartphones.
