As the coronavirus continues to kill thousands every day, tech companies are seizing the opportunity to extend their reach and power. By Naomi Klein Republished with permission from The Intercept For a few fleeting times during the New York governor Andrew Cuomo’s daily coronavirus briefing on Wednesday 6 May, the …
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Hackers are using two-way talk function to wake people up in the middle of the night and watch unsuspecting children Hackers are tapping in to cameras intended for home security, talking to children through the devices and even falling racist remarks, according to multiple news reports. The intended purpose of …
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