It’s finally here.
The Federal Communications Commission will vote Thursday on a measure that would completely gut regulations to internet providers and open the door for net neutrality to be destroyed.
The vote will likely make it easier for c…
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Google: Southeast Asia’s internet economy is growing faster than expected
Southeast Asia is now the world’s third largest region for internet users — with more people online than the entire U.S. population — and internet is having a bigger impact on the region than originally thought, according to a new report co-authored by Google. China and India typically dominate the conversation when looking at emerging economies in Asia, but Southeast Asia… Read More
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Computers made from e-waste are helping kids use the internet for first time
Making computers out of e-waste and casing them in jerrycans is allowing kids their first chance to go online. The computers were built by an association in Chad, called Wenaklabs, in association with UNICEF.
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Someone shaved Donald Trump into the back of their head and it’s frightening AF
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XB hair salon in Taiwan created a Donald Trump “hair tattoo” for a client. Complete with a blonde combover and eyebrows. Read more…
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Sorry internet: Reddit just sold its soul to brand engagement
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Last month, someone posted a request on Reddit titled “Mission Impossible.”
The Redditor @aishaboya was on the hunt for a Tonka Hummer truck that would be used as a very special present for their brother and asked if anyone had one of them “in their attics” to “throw it on eBay!” Within a day, hundreds of people responded taking on the quest. It was an incredible moment that is quite common of the so-called front page of the internet.
But what if a brand had stepped in within those first few moments? That sounds like something that would happen on Facebook or Twitter, which are rife with branded content — not on a site like Reddit. Read more…
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The internet got together to buy and restore this beautifully decrepit French castle
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Social media can be full of trolls and fake news but this uplifting story shows what happens when people unite their forces for a good cause.
Thousands of people have donated to a crowdfunding platform to save Mothe-Chandeniers chateau in Trois-Moutiere, Western France.
With a contribution of at least €51 (£45; $61) each, a total of 6,500 Internet users have managed to raise €500,000 to buy the 13th century castle.
The crowdfunding platform Dartagnans.fr, which focuses on restoring cultural heritage, organised the campaign along with the cultural organisation “Adopt a Castle”. Read more…
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View More The internet got together to buy and restore this beautifully decrepit French castleThe internet got together to buy and restore this beautifully decrepit French castle
Social media can be full of trolls and fake news but this uplifting story shows what happens when people unite their forces for a good cause.
Thousands of people have donated to a crowdfunding platform to save Mothe-Chandeniers chateau in Trois-Moutiere, Western France.
With a contribution of at least €51 (£45; $61) each, a total of 6,500 Internet users have managed to raise €500,000 to buy the 13th century castle.
The crowdfunding platform Dartagnans.fr, which focuses on restoring cultural heritage, organised the campaign along with the cultural organisation “Adopt a Castle”. Read more…
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View More The internet got together to buy and restore this beautifully decrepit French castleVerizon’s 5G internet is coming in 2018, but it’s not what you think it is
Think your phone’s 4G LTE internet speed is fast? Think again.
In the second half of 2018, Verizon will deploy its blazing-fast 5G wireless network to the lucky (and those willing to pay) in Sacramento, Calif. But don’t get too psyched for wireless i…
Amazon is previewing an IOT security service
As one of its last announcement on a day chock-full with new tools and features, Amazon previewed a new security device for the internet of things. Called IOT Device Defender, the new service will monitor policies around devices to look for anoma…
View More Amazon is previewing an IOT security service3 tips to mastering your cyber security this holiday shopping season
As the long holiday season of online shopping kicks off, here’s how to keep your personal information safe. Read more…More about Web, Christmas, Internet, Mashable Video, and Shopping
View More 3 tips to mastering your cyber security this holiday shopping seasonThis bizarre YouTuber has the entire internet wondering where she came from
The YouTube phenomenon that is Poppy has sent the internet down a digital rabbit hole in an attempt to discover where the mysterious musician and performance artist actually came from. Read more…More about Music, Youtube, Art, Internet, and M…
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