UN warns of rising internet shutdowns as digital blackouts spread worldwide

A rising trend towards government-enforced internet shutdowns – with at least 300 incidents in more than 54 countries over the last two years – is prompting renewed warnings from the UN about the threat these digital blackouts pose to freedom of expression, access to information and human rights.

Microsoft Outlook and Teams are down | Thousands of outages reported

Dread Meridian interview – let’s talk VR horror

Virtual horror and betrayal. Enjoy!

The Practical Camera Buying Advice the Internet Ignores

Buying a camera in 2026 can feel like getting cornered into more megapixels, more features, and more expense than your shooting actually demands. If your gear keeps getting bigger while your camera

Has Meta just killed virtual reality?

GoNetspeed to expand fiber internet network in Manchester

GoNetspeed plans to connect more than 5,000 new locations to its Manchester network.

Every Midland County household to receive high-speed internet access by 2029 through investment

Midland County residents will see high-speed internet expanded to every household by December 2029 as part of a historic $1.47 billion Michigan broadband initiative.

Metaverse budget cuts hit Austin as 3 gaming studios shut down

The layoffs come as Meta announces widespread layoffs across its Reality Labs division. The business is responsible for the company's virtual and augmented reality technology.

Uganda’s internet shutdown: Slashed incomes and gamers go cold turkey

The internet was shut during the general election, leaving many people without any income - or entertainment.

From open internet to open intelligence: Why AI’s market structure matters more than ever

Tom Wheeler discusses designing AI policy to expand participation, competition, and diffusion before European Parliament on Jan. 14.