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Reimagining Classic IM: Exploring Open OSCAR Server in Go
Programming
Aug 30, 2026Hacker News

Reimagining Classic IM: Exploring Open OSCAR Server in Go

Open OSCAR Server is an open-source, Go-based instant messaging server compatible with classic AIM and ICQ clients. It enables developers and enthusiasts to self-host a private IM server, reviving the functionality of these legacy platforms. The project boasts broad client compatibility, detailed protocol implementations, and a management API for administration.

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Australia Demands More from Roblox on Child Predator Problem
Tech
Aug 21, 2026The Verge

Australia Demands More from Roblox on Child Predator Problem

Australia's eSafety regulator asserts Roblox has failed to fix child predator issues, citing tests showing children are still at risk. Roblox has committed to implementing new measures, including default private settings and parental consent for adult contact, amid increasing global scrutiny over its platform safety.

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How to Run a Local LLM on Your Phone - Enjoy Private, Offline AI
How To
Aug 19, 2026Lifehacker

How to Run a Local LLM on Your Phone - Enjoy Private, Offline AI

Learn to set up and use a Large Language Model (LLM) directly on your phone, gaining privacy and offline access in three simple steps. Discover the right apps, models, and how to optimize performance.

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Trump Admin Authorizes Private Firms for International Cyberattacks
Tech
Aug 14, 2026The Verge

Trump Admin Authorizes Private Firms for International Cyberattacks

The Trump administration has launched a new program allowing private firms to conduct international cyberattacks against foreign criminal networks under federal oversight. This marks a significant shift in U.S. cybersecurity strategy, aiming to leverage private sector capabilities. Experts, however, express concerns about the difficulty in identifying targets, the legal risks for operators, and the potential for collateral damage to innocent infrastructure.

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TP-Link Roam 7 review: Secure Wi-Fi 7 on the go
Review
Aug 9, 2026TechRadar

TP-Link Roam 7 review: Secure Wi-Fi 7 on the go

TP-Link Roam 7 review: This travel router securely transforms public Wi-Fi into a private network with fast dual-band Wi-Fi 7, versatile modes, and VPN support. Great value for secure, multi-device connectivity on the go.

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Build Your Own Local NMT App with React Native and QVAC
Programming
Jul 18, 2026freeCodeCamp

Build Your Own Local NMT App with React Native and QVAC

This article explores how Neural Machine Translation (NMT), powered by the Transformer architecture, revolutionized translation by understanding context. We then delve into QVAC, a local-first AI development platform, and its Bergamot engine, enabling private, on-device translation. Learn to set up a React Native app with QVAC and manage model lifecycles for efficient local translation.

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ICE are heavily armed killers. They’re also huge losers: DHS — Key
Tech
Jul 11, 2026The Verge

ICE are heavily armed killers. They’re also huge losers: DHS — Key

The Verge has published a scathing critique of ICE operations under the Trump administration, detailing a recent fatal shooting in Houston and the alleged intimidation of online critics. The article characterizes ICE as an unaccountable, heavily armed force engaging in abuses and operating as the administration's "private domestic army."

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EU Lawmakers Voted Against Message Scans, Big Tech to Proceed Anyway
Tech
Jul 10, 2026Wired

EU Lawmakers Voted Against Message Scans, Big Tech to Proceed Anyway

The European Parliament has controversially extended legislation allowing Big Tech to scan private messages for child abuse material, despite a majority of lawmakers voting against it. Passed via a procedural loophole, the "Chat Control" bill reinstates these permissions until 2028, sparking outcry from privacy advocates who warn of widespread digital surveillance.

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Sugar: A Must-See Sci-Fi Noir on Apple TV
Review
Jul 4, 2026CNET

Sugar: A Must-See Sci-Fi Noir on Apple TV

When a series arrives with a title as evocative as "A Private Eye With a Supernatural Secret? This Sci-Fi Noir Series Is an Absolute Must-See," it immediately grabs attention. And in the case of "Sugar," starring the

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How to Achieve Truly Untraceable Browsing with Tails OS
How To
Jun 26, 2026MakeUseOf

How to Achieve Truly Untraceable Browsing with Tails OS

Most people believe that using a browser's "Incognito Mode" or "Private Browsing" will hide their online activity. The truth is, these modes only clear your local history and cookies; your internet service provider

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Bluesky launches group chats, shifting focus to community features
Tech
Jun 12, 2026TechCrunch

Bluesky launches group chats, shifting focus to community features

Bluesky has launched group chats and is strategically shifting its focus to community-centric features to compete with larger social networks like X. This move aims to differentiate the platform by offering more private, user-controlled spaces for engagement, especially as its user growth has slowed. The new features include group chats for up to 50 people and a vision for distinct, manageable communities, a direction contrasting X's recent shuttering of its own community features.

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Secluso: Building Private Home Security on Raspberry Pi with E2EE
Programming
May 30, 2026Hacker News

Secluso: Building Private Home Security on Raspberry Pi with E2EE

Reclaiming Privacy in Home Security with Secluso For many developers, the allure of smart home technology, including security cameras, is strong. Yet, the widespread reliance on cloud-based services for video storage

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Local AI Chatbots on iPhone: A Capable, Private Alternative
Review
May 29, 2026Engadget

Local AI Chatbots on iPhone: A Capable, Private Alternative

When most people picture AI chatbots, they envision powerful systems housed in distant data centers, constantly pinging servers to process requests. While cloud-based AI like ChatGPT and Gemini dominate the narrative,

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Star Plus Abroad Streaming: Your Gateway to Indian Entertainment
Review
May 15, 2026TechRadar

Star Plus Abroad Streaming: Your Gateway to Indian Entertainment

Quick Verdict For anyone outside India longing to access the complete Star Plus and JioHotstar content library, including its extensive free TV shows and unparalleled live sports, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is an

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Ditch Plex: Set Up Your Free, Private Jellyfin Media Server
How To
May 15, 2026MakeUseOf

Ditch Plex: Set Up Your Free, Private Jellyfin Media Server

Transition from Plex to Jellyfin and set up a free, private, self-hosted media server. Learn the benefits of Jellyfin's open-source model, enhance your privacy, and easily configure remote access using tools like Tailscale.

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Run a Local AI Coding Assistant: Ditch the Fees, Boost Privacy
How To
May 13, 2026How-To Geek

Run a Local AI Coding Assistant: Ditch the Fees, Boost Privacy

Stop Paying for AI Coding Assistants: Go Local, Stay Private Are you a developer tired of monthly fees, usage limits, and the privacy implications of sending your code to cloud-based AI assistants? What if you could

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Games
May 12, 2026GameSpot

Subnautica 2: Diving Deep with Friends – Co-op Explained

Subnautica 2 finally introduces highly anticipated co-op multiplayer, allowing up to four players to explore Planet 4546B together. Featuring full cross-play between PC and Xbox, players can host or join worlds, even converting solo saves. While all storage lockers are shared at launch (with future plans for private options), data entries, crafting recipes, and vehicles are also communal.

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Build Your Own Private Cloud Workspace with KASM Workspaces
How To
May 10, 2026MakeUseOf

Build Your Own Private Cloud Workspace with KASM Workspaces

Learn to build your own private cloud workspace with KASM Workspaces in a few easy steps, leveraging Ubuntu Server, a custom domain, and Let's Encrypt for a secure, browser-based remote access solution.

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No Dumb Questions: What is an MCP Server and Why Developers Care
Programming
May 9, 2026Stack Overflow Blog

No Dumb Questions: What is an MCP Server and Why Developers Care

MCP (Model Context Protocol) is a new standard that acts as a standardized bridge, enabling secure and efficient connections between large language models (LLMs) and external, private enterprise data sources. It addresses the complexity of traditional API integrations by standardizing data formats for AI, making agentic workflows more scalable and effective. MCP ensures LLMs have the crucial internal context needed for practical enterprise applications.

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AI Chip Startup Cerebras Files for IPO Amid Market Excitement — Key
Tech
Apr 19, 2026TechCrunch

AI Chip Startup Cerebras Files for IPO Amid Market Excitement — Key

AI chip startup Cerebras Systems has officially filed for an initial public offering (IPO), marking a renewed attempt after a 2024 withdrawal. The company, which touts its "fastest AI hardware" and boasts major deals with AWS and OpenAI, looks to capitalize on recent momentum and substantial private funding to accelerate its growth.

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How to Integrate Local AI Images in Obsidian for Visual Notes
How To
Apr 3, 2026MakeUseOf

How to Integrate Local AI Images in Obsidian for Visual Notes

Learn to enhance your Obsidian notes with personalized, locally-generated AI images in seven steps, transforming text-heavy content into a visually rich, private knowledge vault that engages both your verbal and visual thinking.

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Build a Browser-Based Image Converter with JavaScript — Key Details
Programming
Mar 24, 2026freeCodeCamp

Build a Browser-Based Image Converter with JavaScript — Key Details

This article demonstrates how to build a browser-based image converter using JavaScript, leveraging client-side APIs to ensure fast, private, and efficient image processing. It covers setting up a basic HTML interface, reading local files with `FileReader`, converting images via the `Canvas` API's `toDataURL` method, and enabling direct downloads. The guide also discusses practical considerations like handling large images, controlling JPEG quality, and ensuring robust input validation.

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in-depth: Sears Exposed AI Chatbot Phone Calls and Text Chats to
Tech
Mar 17, 2026Wired

in-depth: Sears Exposed AI Chatbot Phone Calls and Text Chats to

Sears Home Services publicly exposed millions of AI chatbot conversations, including phone calls and text chats, containing sensitive customer data like names, addresses, and repair details. Discovered by a security researcher, the leak also included extended audio recordings capturing private ambient conversations. This incident highlights critical privacy and reputational risks as companies integrate AI into customer service.

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Best VPN for iPhone 2026 Review: Top Picks for Privacy & Streaming
Review
Feb 28, 2026CNET

Best VPN for iPhone 2026 Review: Top Picks for Privacy & Streaming

Best VPN for iPhone 2026 Review: Top Picks for Privacy & Streaming Protecting your digital footprint and unlocking a world of content on your iPhone is more crucial than ever. A Virtual Private Network (VPN) encrypts

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Threads Introduces Direct Message Shortcut Test for Enhanced User
Tech
Feb 27, 2026TechCrunch

Threads Introduces Direct Message Shortcut Test for Enhanced User

Threads is currently testing a new shortcut feature designed to simplify direct messaging. Users participating in the trial can type "DM me" or "Message me" in posts or replies, which automatically generates a hyperlink to invite others into a private conversation. This aims to streamline the transition from public interaction to private dialogue on the platform.

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