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The FCC gives 4K, next-gen TV the green light
The Federal Communications Commission has approved plans for the launch of next-generation TV broadcasting that could include 4K programming, improved interactive services and greater targeted advertising.
The WannaCry ransomware might have a link to North Korea
As security researchers investigate last Friday’s massive attack from the WannaCry ransomware, they’ve noticed clues that may link it with a North Korean hacking group that has been blamed for attacking banks across the world.
Microsoft blames U.S. stockpiled vulnerability after WannaCry ransomware attack
Microsoft on Sunday said a software vulnerability stolen from the U.S. National Security Agency has affected customers around the world with the WannaCrypt ransomware.
Trump pushes US government to the cloud with cybersecurity order
President Trump has finally signed a long-awaited executive order on cybersecurity, which calls for the U.S. government to move to the cloud and modernize its IT infrastructure.
This tiny drone can be carried and deployed by soldiers
Drone-maker AeroVironment has developed a handheld quadcopter that it says can be carried by soldiers on the battlefield and quickly deployed to get an aerial look at a potentially hostile location.
This mini drone can be a soldier's eyes
The lightweight drone can be easily deployed to scope out a potentially hostile environment without putting soldiers in danger.
FCC hit with DDoS attacks after John Oliver takes on net neutrality
The FCC's website slowed to a crawl after comic and political commentator John Oliver urged viewers to flood the agency with comments in support of net neutrality, in what appeared to be a repeat of a 2014 incident. But the cause may have been more sinister than people expressing their support for net neutrality rules.
How to prevent your data from being searched at the U.S. border
Travelers concerned about their privacy can take steps to protect their data as they cross the U.S. border. They should remember the old Boy Scout motto: Be prepared.
US device searches at borders ignite resistance
U.S. Customs is on pace to search nearly 30,000 devices for the year. If you're traveling outside the country, here's what you need to know.
Email dump hits French candidate Macron ahead of election
Another political campaign has been hit by an email dump. This time, the target is French presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron.
Apple joins 'Made in America' trend with $1 billion fund to promote U.S. manufacturing
Our President wants to bring jobs back to America, and Apple CEO Tim Cook is obliging with a $1 billion fund to promote advanced manufacturing in the United States.
Trump seeks to upgrade US government IT services
President Trump is launching a special council to upgrade the U.S. government’s IT services. “Americans deserve better digital services from their government,” the executive order, released on Monday, said.
NSA ends surveillance tactic that pulled in citizens' emails, texts
The U.S. National Security Agency will no longer sift through emails, texts and other internet communications from U.S. citizens that mention foreign targets under surveillance.
FCC asks whether to 'keep, modify, or eliminate' net neutrality rules
A U.S. Federal Communications Commission proposal to kill the regulatory foundation for the agency's own 2015 net neutrality rules nevertheless asks for public comment on whether it should "keep, modify, or eliminate" basic protections.
FCC chairman plans to 'reverse the mistake' of net neutrality
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission will vote May 18 to kick off a proceeding to "reverse the mistake" of the agency's 2-year-old net neutrality rules, FCC Chairman Ajit Pai said.
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