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The Unsolved Mystery Attack on Internet Cables in Paris
As new details about the scope of the sabotage emerge, the perpetrators—and the reason for their vandalism—remain unknown.
An ISP Scam Targeted Low-Income People Seeking Government Aid
The US Federal Communications Commission says a man posing as a fake broadband service promised victims discounts on internet services and devices.
Here’s Why You’re Still Stuck in Robocall Hell
Despite major progress fighting spam and scams, the roots of the problem go far deeper than your phone company’s defenses.
The Fight Against Robocall Spam and Scams Heats Up in India
A new proposal by India’s telecom regulator aims to make accurate caller ID mandatory, but critics say it may be fundamentally flawed.
How to Switch to Google Fi
Here’s everything you need to know about switching from Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T to the search giant’s cell phone service.
Spotty Cell Service at Home? Try This Signal-Boosting Gadget
SureCall’s wall-mounted system is designed to improve the strength and quality of phone calls and pump up mobile data speeds.
Myanmar’s Fight for Democracy Is Now a Scrap Over Phone Records
Norwegian Telecoms giant Telenor wants to leave Myanmar. Activists say its exit risks putting their data— and their freedom—at risk.
Apple’s Private Relay Roils Telecoms Around the World
Security experts say there’s little reason for the criticism from Europe’s mobile operators and US limitations over the VPN-like iCloud tool.