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Hotstar, owned by Disney, blocks John Oliver segment critical of India’s leader
A Disney-owned streaming service operating in India has blocked a recent "Last Week Tonight" segment focused on the country's prime minister, Narendra Modi.
Households on track to pass 250 GB data consumption per month, report says
The amount of broadband Internet data most American household use in a month is expected to pass 250 gigabytes (GB) per month, according to an industry analysis.
As Craigslist turns 25, a look at how it democratizes the Internet
"There was a period when websites didn’t rely on user data for profit margins, when people still viewed the internet as a radical laboratory for freedom and liberty."
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Jessa Lingel
Sling TV to get new AMC add-on packages
Dish Network's Sling TV has reached a new deal with programmer AMC Networks covering six linear channels as well as a handful of new on-demand add-on options.
TiVo enters a crowded market with new streaming TV device
A new streaming TV device is launching in April from a household name recognized by television lovers for decades.
Plugin issue causing WordPress websites to reset
A bug in a WordPress plugin has opened the door for malicious actors to wipe the contents of an entire website or blog.
Deltatre nearing deal to provide tech to Sinclair for sports, report says
Deltatre is nearing a deal to provide support to Sinclair Broadcasting Group for 21 regional sports networks acquired from Disney last year.
Apple discovered child porn in user’s email account, tipped off police, warrant reveals
A search warrant filed against tech giant Apple last month offered new insight into how the company helps law enforcement in child sex abuse cases.
Iranian hackers posed as journalist to target victims, security firm says
Iranian hackers belonging to an elite cyberwarfare group are targeting victims by posing as legitimate journalists from well-known news outlets.
KHQ-TV, KFBB suffer cyber attack affecting news operation
A Washington state television station was hit with a crippling cyber attack that had effects on other stations within the company.
Roku scam asks users to pay for “lifetime” registration
Roku customers are falling for a scam in which fraudsters claim an activation fee is required to use Roku TVs and smart devices.
Justice Department sues Edward Snowden over memoir royalties
Officials alleged Snowden violated numerous non-disclosure agreements and promises to provide advance copies of materials ahead of publication.