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Amazon Leo rocket on a launch pad preparing for deployment into low Earth orbit.

Amazon Leo satellite internet takes on Starlink

Amazon is closing the gap in the space internet race. The company recently launched 29 additional satellites into low Earth orbit, bringing its total active fleet to 396 units. This milestone moves the project closer to …

Meta Oversight Board report document highlighting the impact of language models on global political speech restrictions.

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How AI will fragment the internet

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Cyber attack causes widespread internet outage at more than 20 Maine towns

A scientist examines a satellite component in a cleanroom laboratory setting.

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AST SpaceMobile Stock Is Down 50% From Highs, and Just Raised $1 Billion to Shore Up Its Satellite Internet Plans. Here's Why I Am Still Not Buying Shares.

Could Reticulum Power A Post-Internet Network?

Modern internet access feels constant, but some builders are looking at alternatives for when standard systems are unavailable. Reticulum is a decentralized cryptographic network s…

Close up of an Ethernet cable held above a vintage gaming console to illustrate wired connectivity.

SONY · 9h ago

I finally connected my 4K Blu-ray player to the Internet and it confirmed what I've known for years

Many people set up their home theater equipment and immediately connect every device to their network. I recently tested this theory with my Sony UBP-X700 4K Blu-ray player. For ye…

Soccer stadium crowd waiting for the World Cup final presentation ceremony in East Rutherford New Jersey.

DOJ · 9h ago

US seizes more than 1,000 internet domains DOJ says illegally streamed World Cup games

The Department of Justice recently completed Operation Offsides, an effort to shut down over 1,000 internet domains identified for illegally streaming World Cup games. Homeland Sec…

A yellow building with a sign that says Adak Telephone Internet Cellular Cable TV with Starlink dishes on the roof.

FCC · 9h ago

You Pay for Internet Service in Empty Buildings on Alaska's Adak Island — ProPublica

On a remote island in the Bering Sea, the federal government spends hundreds of thousands of dollars each year to provide internet to hundreds of buildings. Most of these structure…

David Pierce hosting The Vergecast podcast to discuss the rise of short-form video clips and new wearable technology.

THEVERGE · 1d ago

How clips ate the internet

The way we consume content on our feeds has shifted. You might remember a time when you saw posts from creators you followed or friends you knew. Today, algorithms dictate what app…

A conceptual view of satellites orbiting Earth, illustrating the expansion of Amazon Leo internet to South Africa.

AMAZON · 1d ago

Amazon Leo Brings Satellite Internet Connectivity to South Africa Through Herotel Partnership

Amazon Leo has entered a strategic partnership with Herotel, the largest fixed internet service provider in South Africa. This agreement introduces a new satellite internet service…

Panoramic view of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France during the daytime.

POLYMARKET · 1d ago

France orders internet providers to block Polymarket ahead of World Cup final

France’s National Gambling Authority has directed internet service providers to block access to the prediction market platform Polymarket. This regulatory action arrives just days …

A stylized representation of digital information being verified by cryptographic symbols in a dark network environment.

SUCCINCT LABS · 1d ago

AI is destroying the internet. Math is our only hope.

The internet is no longer a place of objective truth. Recent international conflicts have shown how synthetic content can deceive millions before anyone has a chance to verify the …

Starlink Mini phased-array antenna positioned outdoors with a clear view of the sky for optimal satellite connection.

STARLINK · 1d ago

I replaced my rural 4G internet with Starlink, but speed tests missed the biggest difference

Transitioning from rural 4G to Starlink provided a clear lesson in how we measure internet quality. Like many in remote areas, my previous connection relied on mobile towers that p…

Matthews Opera House exterior in Spearfish where an internet safety presentation will take place.

PENNINGTON COUNTY · 1d ago

Free Spearfish internet safety talk for parents set for July 22 at Matthews Opera House

Parents and caregivers in Spearfish have an opportunity to learn about digital security during a free community presentation this coming week. The event titled Internet Safety for …

Jeff Bezos speaks at the Vivatech fair in Paris while discussing Amazon's global business initiatives.

AMAZON · 1d ago

Amazon will launch its satellite internet in South Africa, seemingly beating Musk in his homeland

Amazon announced that it will launch its satellite internet service, Amazon Leo, in South Africa in 2027. This move marks the company's first satellite internet agreement on the Af…

Map displaying coverage areas of the Kandiyohi County fiber internet project near the town of Svea.

KANDIYOHI COUNTY · 1d ago

Kandiyohi County Board to discuss internet project expansion

The Kandiyohi County Board meets this coming Tuesday to review a proposal for the 2026 Svea Fiber Internet Project. This meeting will take place in Willmar and represents a potenti…

People using smartphones in a public space to access social media apps.

META · 2d ago

Facebook and Instagram users reporting some outages, say internet watchdogs

Users across the globe reported widespread access issues with Facebook and Instagram early Sunday morning. Reports indicated that users were unable to load their feeds or access pl…

A person using a laptop with a high-speed fiber optic connection graphic overlaid.

SPEEDTEST · 2d ago

Where Are The Fastest Internet Speeds In 2026? This Speedtest Data Has The Answer

Internet speed rankings for 2026 reveal clear leaders and surprising shifts in connectivity. Data from the Speedtest Global Index shows the United Arab Emirates currently dominates…

SHOREWAVES · 2d ago

ShoreWaves internet service to cease operations as owner retires

ShoreWaves, a fixed wireless and telephone provider serving Michigan's Copper Country, is shutting down its operations. Founder Steve Fitzgerald stated that after two years of unsu…

A mobile tower trailer deployed in Rota to provide public internet access following Super Typhoon Bavi destruction.

FEMA · 2d ago

Temporary Tower Restores Internet Access in Rota After Super Typhoon Bavi

Super Typhoon Bavi recently hit Rota in the Northern Mariana Islands, causing significant damage to the local communication infrastructure. The storm toppled the primary fixed cell…

A close-up view of a router's status lights, indicating a lack of internet connectivity during an outage.

FRONTIER · 2d ago

Is Frontier down? Frontier fiber outage reported on Downdetector

Frontier Communications customers are experiencing an internet outage this Saturday morning. Data from Downdetector shows over 100 reports of connection issues starting around 9:45…

Polymarket homepage showing live betting odds and market trends on a computer screen.

POLYMARKET · 2d ago

France orders country's internet service providers to block Polymarket

France’s gambling regulator, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has directed internet service providers to block access to Polymarket. This move officially classifies the platf…

A raccoon sits on a residential fence in Seattle while observers capture the scene on cameras.

SEATTLE · 2d ago

Seattle's Jimothy the raccoon becomes overnight internet icon

A raccoon named Jimothy has captured local attention in Seattle, becoming an unexpected fixture in the city's online culture. The animal is drawing crowds and social media interest…

A stylized graphic showing a glowing digital silhouette being dismantled into data fragments on a dark background.

INCOGNI · 2d ago

Your personal data is for sale: here is how to take it off the internet

Your personal data exists as a commodity. Every day, your phone number, home address, and employment history are packaged and sold to insurers, marketers, and malicious actors. Whi…

A conceptual digital rendering of quantum bits interacting in a network architecture to represent computational security.

MIT · 2d ago

Quantum computers are on the verge of breaking all internet encryption standards

A team at MIT has moved one step closer to challenging modern internet encryption through a significant breakthrough in quantum mathematics. Graduate student Seyoon Ragavan and pro…

Crews installing protective conduit for the state-run fiber optic broadband network in California.

CALIFORNIA · 2d ago

Governor Newsom announces California nearly triples internet infrastructure ready to connect homes and businesses | Governor of California

Governor Gavin Newsom recently announced a major expansion of the state Middle-Mile Broadband Network. This infrastructure project now features 1,250 miles of operational fiber, ne…

A construction crew works on fiber optic cabling along a rural roadside in Indiana.

INDIANA BROADBAND OFFICE · 2d ago

Indiana's largest broadband expansion will bring high-speed internet to 123,000 homes

Indiana is launching its most significant rural broadband project in state history. The state will utilize federal funds from the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program to…

A promotional graphic for the mobile game Friendslop: Dear Passengers showing the title and character art.

FRIENDSLOP · 2d ago

Why The Internet Is Boycotting The Viral "Friendslop" Game Dear Passengers

The viral mobile game Friendslop: Dear Passengers is currently facing a coordinated boycott from internet users. While the game initially gained traction for its unique mechanics, …

A graphic depicting a cyclosporiasis parasite cell alongside a map showing wildfire smoke coverage across the US.

TACOBELL · 3d ago

Diarrhea parasite and poor air quality have the internet letting loose

Across the United States, millions of people are currently navigating a combination of extreme heat, hazardous air quality from Canadian wildfire smoke, and a widespread outbreak o…

MIDAMERICAN · 3d ago

MidAmerican warns customers about fraudulent customer service phone numbers in internet search results

MidAmerican Energy has issued a direct warning to customers regarding deceptive practices involving online search results. Scammers are currently purchasing paid advertisements on …

A person setting up a Starlink dish on a roof to ensure a clear view of the sky for internet connectivity.

STARLINK · 3d ago

4 Things To Consider Before Ditching Your Home Internet Provider For Starlink

Switching to Starlink often seems like the only path for those in rural areas, but the transition involves more than just selecting a monthly plan. Before you commit to swapping yo…

A network diagram showing traffic flowing through Cloudflare servers to various global websites.

CLOUDFLARE · 3d ago

Cyber Talk-10 Cloudflare Built the Internet's Immune System. Then It Turned on Itself.

Cloudflare has spent sixteen years building what amounts to an immune system for the internet. By sitting in front of one in five websites, the company filters traffic and absorbs …

Orange branding on electronic equipment being inspected and cleaned for redistribution in an African tech facility.

ORANGE · 3d ago

Orange Refurbished 164000 Internet Routers Across Africa and Middle East in 2025

Orange Africa and Middle East (OMEA) recently reported a significant milestone in its environmental strategy. During 2025, the operator successfully refurbished 164,000 internet ro…

A conceptual view of high-speed internet infrastructure installation in a rural southern Delaware landscape.

DELAWARE BROADBAND OFFICE · 3d ago

Delaware's digital divide: Will federal millions close southern Delaware's internet gaps?

Southern Delaware is currently grappling with a significant digital divide that threatens to stall local economic growth. While millions in federal funding through the Broadband Eq…

A collage showing lettuce leaves and thick grey wildfire smoke obscuring a city skyline.

TACOBELL · 3d ago

Diarrhea parasite and poor air quality have the internet letting loose

A convergence of health risks and extreme weather has prompted a massive wave of dark humor across social platforms this week. Public health officials from the CDC and FDA confirme…

Fiber optic installation equipment on a local street in Benton County during a network expansion project.

BRIGHTSPEED · 3d ago

High-speed internet provider expanding across Benton County

Brightspeed is bringing major infrastructure changes to Benton County. As the third-largest fiber broadband builder in the United States, the company has announced plans to establi…

Network technician inspecting fiber backbone hardware in a secure server room environment.

COX · 3d ago

Cox Business Internet Review and Pricing in 2026

Cox Business Internet earns the top spot for business continuity thanks to its focus on keeping operations running without interruption. The service provides speeds ranging from 30…

POLYMARKET · 3d ago

France orders internet providers to block access to Polymarket prediction site

The French national gaming authority, ANJ, has officially ordered internet service providers to block access to Polymarket within French borders. This move follows a previous 2024 …

Xfinity promotional graphic displaying high-speed internet plan details for university students living off-campus.

XFINITY · 3d ago

Moving Off Campus? Xfinity Has New Internet Deals Exclusively For University Students

Moving into your own place off-campus creates new demands for home internet. Balancing roommates, academic research, streaming, and gaming requires a connection that stays stable u…

Jim Matheson of NRECA discussing federal broadband policy hurdles for rural electric cooperatives.

NRECA · 3d ago

Opinion: BEAD is failing rural America. Let’s fix it now.

Rural America continues to wait for the high-speed internet promised by the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program. Despite $42 billion in federal funding, the current imp…

A standard security verification screen on the Bloomberg website requesting a manual user check.

BLOOMBERG · 3d ago

Crypto Incumbents Risk Becoming Another Internet Analogy

Bloomberg recently implemented new security protocols for their web portal, resulting in automated traffic blocks for some users. The system now requires visitors to verify their i…

Football fans gathering in a public space in Saudi Arabia to discuss the national team during the 2026 World Cup.

JODEL · 3d ago

Saudi Arabia’s World Cup Exit Became an Internet Block Party

When the Saudi Arabian national football team faced elimination during the recent World Cup, standard social media logic predicted a sharp decline in activity. Usually, when a tour…

An AT&T service truck parked on a residential street in West Omaha during ongoing internet infrastructure repairs.

ATT · 4d ago

AT&T apologizes for West Omaha internet outage approaching two weeks

Residents in West Omaha are dealing with the fallout of a significant internet outage that is now entering its second week. For many households and remote workers, the disruption h…

Fiber optic construction equipment installing new cables in a rural Ohio neighborhood near McConnelsville.

SPECTRUM · 4d ago

Spectrum upgrade connects more homes in Morgan County

Spectrum recently completed a significant expansion of its fiber broadband network in Morgan County, Ohio. This project brings high-speed internet, mobile, television, and voice se…

Financial chart tracking stock performance trends for major technology cloud providers.

WEDBUSH · 4d ago

AI Internet Hyperscalers: Why Wedbush Prefers Google And Amazon To Meta

Wedbush Securities recently updated its outlook on major cloud hyperscalers as these companies continue to spend heavily to lead the artificial intelligence market. Analysts at the…

T-Mobile mobile internet devices displayed next to a person using a laptop outdoors.

TMOBILE · 4d ago

T-Mobile Hotspots: Mobile Internet Devices and Phone Plan Pricing Explained

Mobile internet connectivity remains essential for remote work and travel. T-Mobile provides two primary methods to maintain access while away from home. Users can either share a s…

Extensive debris and shattered glass scattered across the exterior grounds of a residential mansion in Monroe.

MONROE · 4d ago

Mansion damaged after internet-promoted party in Orange County

A rental property in Monroe, New York, sustained significant damage after an unapproved event took over the home last weekend. The homeowner listed the residence on Booking.com for…

Sheriff Greg Seabolt presenting an internet safety and fraud prevention program at a local facility in Randolph County.

RANDOLPH COUNTY SHERIFF · 4d ago

Randolph County sheriff, library launch scam and internet safety awareness program

Randolph County officials are taking direct action to protect residents from financial exploitation. The Sheriff's Office and the local library system continue their joint partners…

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON · 4d ago

Franklin Templeton Cuts AI Bets, Favors Chinese Internet Stocks

Franklin Templeton has made a notable shift in its investment strategy, reducing its exposure to artificial intelligence holdings while increasing its position in Chinese internet …

High school students working on laptops in a classroom setting.

CPUC · 4d ago

$74M projects bring high-speed internet to underserved Californians

The California Public Utilities Commission has approved $74 million in funding to expand broadband infrastructure across the state. A significant portion of this initiative focuses…

An artistic illustration depicting a whimsical, small-town setting with various characters representing a fictional community.

REDDIT · 4d ago

Inside Lower Duck Pond, the nicest town on the internet

On the internet, there is a small town called Lower Duck Pond that exists only in the minds of its citizens. This community began as a subreddit called HaveWeMet, where thousands o…

Denelle Dixon, CEO of the Stellar Development Foundation, discussing open financial standards at a professional event.

STELLAR · 4d ago

Visa, Stripe and Google join massive open-source project to let AI agents pay each other

A group of major financial and technology firms recently launched the x402 Foundation to develop an open standard for AI-driven commerce. This project aims to create a neutral fram…

Speed test screen showing 799.02 Mbps download speed after replacing a faulty Ethernet cable based on AI advice.

ANTHROPIC · 4d ago

Claude User Claims Using The AI Chatbot Made His “Internet 100x Faster,” But Just A Simple 5-Minute Diagnostics Could Have Resolved The Issue Too

A recent Reddit story highlights a shift in how people handle technical troubleshooting. A user frustrated by slow internet speeds turned to the Claude chatbot for help after stand…

PERFECTVISION · 4d ago

Racing America and PerfectVision Team Up to Bring High-Speed Internet to Racing's Hometowns

Racing America has officially partnered with PerfectVision to bring high-speed internet to the towns that keep motorsports alive. Through this new agreement, ShopLink powered by Ch…

Spectrum and Emplify Health representatives at an event celebrating new fiber broadband infrastructure in Oconto County.

SPECTRUM · 5d ago

Spectrum expands high-speed internet service in rural Oconto County

Spectrum recently finished an expansion of its fiber broadband network in Oconto County. This project covers more than 1,300 homes and businesses across the townships of Oconto, Li…

A damaged residential property in Monroe with debris and signs of vandalism following an unauthorized party.

MONROE · 5d ago

Monroe mansion damaged after internet-promoted party in Orange County

A rental property in Monroe, New York, sustained significant damage after an internet-promoted party drew hundreds of uninvited guests to the home over the weekend. The homeowner l…

Influencer Clavicular walking the runway at a menswear fashion show in Paris during the summer of 2026.

OUTKICK · 5d ago

Internet influencer Clavicular ditches 'looksmaxxing' trend for different avenue of 'geomaxxing'

Internet influencer Clavicular is shifting his focus. Known for the looksmaxxing trend which prioritizes physical appearance, the creator is moving toward a new strategy called geo…

Actor Belmont Cameli posing at a recent industry event while discussing his upcoming television projects.

ENTERTAINMENT · 5d ago

Meet Belmont Cameli, the internet’s new favorite boyfriend

The internet recently crowned a new celebrity figure as the latest subject of social media attention. Belmont Cameli, an actor known for his appearances in popular television proje…

Digital trading screen displaying rising stock percentages for Alibaba and Baidu amidst reports of AI policy changes.

ALIBABA · 5d ago

China Internet Stocks Catch an AI Lift as Beijing Warms to Tech

China’s internet stocks are experiencing a notable resurgence after a long period of underperforming the broader market. This shift follows improved earnings expectations and clear…

AT&T sign displayed at a local retail store in Portland as technicians work on nearby utility infrastructure.

ATT · 5d ago

AT&T internet outage leaves some Portland customers without service for days

AT&T internet subscribers in Portland are currently dealing with a multi-day service outage that has left households and businesses disconnected. Reports from the region indicate t…

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