From PGP to Mythos: a brief history of export controls that didn’t stop anyone

For the last 30 years, stopping the flow of cybersecurity-related software has proven to be ineffective. It's unclear why it ...

Signal Alums Reveal ‘Encrypted Spaces,’ a System for Making Private Collaboration Apps

The new open-source project could serve as the basis for a future of apps with features as complex as Slack, Discord, or ...
PC World

Not seeing Xbox mode in Windows 11 yet? Unlock it using this free tool

PCWorld reports that Windows 11’s new Xbox mode brings console-like gaming performance by disabling unnecessary processes and optimizing for controller navigation. The feature rollout is gradual ...
Salon

The 6 kitchen tools I use every day

A version of this essay first appeared in The Bite, Salon's food newsletter. Sign up for early access to articles like this, plus recipes, food-related pop culture recommendations and conversations ...
InfoQ

Google ADK for Java 1.0 Introduces New App and Plugin Architecture, External Tools Support, and More

Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with content, and download exclusive resources. Birgitta Böckeler, Distinguished Engineer at ...
Bleeping Computer

Google rolls out Gmail end-to-end encryption on mobile devices

Google says Gmail end-to-end encryption (E2EE) is now available on all Android and iOS devices, allowing enterprise users to read and compose emails without additional tools. Starting this week, ...
Science Daily

This cow uses tools like a primate—and scientists are stunned

A cow named Veronika has stunned scientists by using tools in a flexible and purposeful way. She chooses different ends of a brush depending on the part of her body and adjusts her movements ...
Seeking Alpha

PGP: Heavy Use Of Leverage Will Amplify Losses In A Downward Market

PIMCO Global StocksPLUS and Income Fund is downgraded to Hold due to heightened risk from elevated leverage and interest rates. PGP’s effective leverage exceeds 50% of assets, amplifying downside risk ...
Business Insider

Using too many AI tools at once can actually make you less productive and cause 'brain fry,' study finds

AI tools can boost productivity, but companies need to be wary of overdoing it. That's according to a new study published in the Harvard Business Review, which surveyed 1,488 full-time U.S.-based ...
Men's Journal

Stop Ruining Your Multi-Tool: Clean It Like a Pro

Master the art of multi-tool maintenance with our expert guide on removing grime, preventing rust, and choosing the right oil. Regular cleaning preserves multi-tool function; remove grime, lint, and ...
MacRumors

Apple Begins Testing End-to-End Encryption for RCS Messages in iOS 26.4 Beta

Apple is testing secure messaging between Android and iOS devices with iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4. The updates introduce end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages, a security ...
Psychology Today

Tool Use By Animals: Why the Hype and Why It's So Important

This post is in response to Do Cows Use Tools? New Research Says Yes By Marc Bekoff Ph.D. Veronika using a brush as a tool to scratch various parts of her body. Source: A. J. Osuna-Mascaró/with ...