DDoSecrets published the trove Friday afternoon. Privacy advocates say it shows how pervasive law enforcement’s eye has become, and how lax its data protection can be.
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A Drone Tried to Disrupt the Power Grid. It Won’t Be the Last
An attack attempt in 2020 proves the UAS threat is real—and not enough is being done to stop it.
16 Great Deals from Target’s Early Holiday Sale
Find stand mixers, Nest security cameras, and robot vacuums discounted at stellar prices.
Ignore China’s New Data Privacy Law at Your Peril
The Personal Information Protection Law gives authorities the power to impose huge fines and blacklist companies. But the biggest impact may be felt outside the country.
The Best USB Flash Drives for Ultra-Portable Storage
These WIRED-tested memory sticks are a virtual filing cabinet in your pocket.
Parents Built a School App. Then the City Called the Cops
Stockholm’s official app was a disaster. So annoyed parents built their own open source version—ignoring warnings that it might be illegal.
You’re Invited to the Wedding of Padmé Amidala and Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars: Queen’s Hope – Exclusive Excerpt
Author E.K. Johnston has been a fan of Padmé Amidala since she was 15 years old, watching the prequels and falling in love with the character and her story. “I still kind of want to be her when I grow up,” Johnston quips. With the third book in her Amidala trilogy, a sequel to Queen’s […]
How to Use iCloud+’s New Security Features
Apple’s cloud storage service now comes with perks—and they’re designed to improve your digital privacy and security.
The 29 Best Early Black Friday Deals at Best Buy
Due to shipping delays, the retailer’s holiday sale event is starting early this year. It will refund the difference if a product is cheaper during Black Friday.