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Apple Loses Court Battle Over “Link Tax,” Developers Set Free Like Escaped Zoo Animals

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🚨BREAKING: Apple just got told “no” by the court — like a toddler begging for one more episode of Bluey. In a move that sent shockwaves through Cupertino (and probably shattered a few iPhone screens from sheer rage), a U.S. court has officially denied Apple’s desperate Hail Mary attempt to keep charging developers a fee when users pay outside the App Store via those spicy little in-app links. Yes, guys.…
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How a Decade-Old Patent Dispute Could Shake Up Uber’s Business

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A patent lawsuit that might sound like a niche legal issue could actually have massive implications for Uber — and potentially a whole host of other companies in the ridesharing and tech industries. Let’s break it down. The Lawsuit That Could Upset Uber’s Apple Cart Carma Technology, a company founded by Sean O’Sullivan back in 2007, is taking Uber to court. Why? Because Carma claims Uber is infringing on five…
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DOGE Leaves USIP Headquarters in a State of Disrepair: Water Damage, Vermin, and More

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The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) is dealing with an unexpected mess after Elon Musk’s controversial "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) took over its Washington, D.C. headquarters earlier this year. According to a recent sworn statement from USIP’s CEO, George Moose, the building was left in a state of disarray, with significant water damage, rats, roaches, and poor security after DOGE’s involvement. This shocking revelation comes just days after…
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Apple Just Blocked $2 Billion in App Store Fraud Last Year—Here’s Why That Matters to You

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Just ahead of its big Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2025), Apple dropped some eye-popping numbers about how it’s keeping the App Store safe—not just for developers, but for you, the everyday user swiping through apps on your iPhone. Let’s break it down. 🛡️ $2 Billion in Fraud Stopped—Just Last Year In 2024 alone, Apple says it blocked over $2 billion worth of fraudulent transactions on the App Store. And if…
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WhatsApp Finally Lands on iPad — Here’s Everything You Need to Know

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iPad users, rejoice — WhatsApp is officially on iPad! After years of waiting, Meta (yep, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram) has finally rolled out a proper WhatsApp app built specifically for the iPad. No more awkward workarounds using your browser — this is the real deal. 🎉 What Can You Do With the New WhatsApp iPad App? Think of it as the full WhatsApp experience — just on…
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Spotify Just Made Buying Audiobooks on iPhones So Much Easier — Here’s What You Need to Know

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If you've ever tried to buy an audiobook on Spotify using your iPhone and felt like you were jumping through hoops — good news! That's officially changing. As of this week, Spotify has rolled out an update to its iPhone app in the U.S. that finally lets you buy audiobooks directly within the app. No more switching to a web browser just to make a purchase. No more confusing workarounds.…
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Thousands Are Taking a Chill Virtual Road Trip Together—From Their Desks

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Imagine cruising down a quiet backroad in Maine, college radio humming, car horn occasionally blaring for no reason — and you’re not even behind the wheel. Actually, you’re not even in a car. You’re just... online. Welcome to Internet Roadtripf, a quirky, crowdsourced experience where thousands of people are co-piloting a virtual car across America using Google Street View. No gas money required. No license either. Just vibes. So What…
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Why You Still Can’t Download Fortnite on iPhone: Epic Games vs. Apple Just Got Messy Again

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Fortnite fans on iPhones—especially in the U.S. and Europe—might be wondering: Where’s the game?! According to Epic Games, Apple is throwing serious shade and keeping Fortnite off the App Store in both regions. And yep, things are getting spicy… again. Wait, Didn’t Epic Already Win Against Apple? Sort of. Back in 2021, Epic Games (the folks behind Fortnite) and Apple went to court in a high-profile legal battle over how…
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Spotify Tweaks Podcast Play Count Feature After Backlash From Creators — Here’s What It Means for You

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If you’ve ever wondered just how many people are actually tuning in to your favorite podcast, Spotify thought they’d do you a favor. Last week, they announced plans to start publicly showing podcast play counts to help listeners discover shows and give creators more visibility. Sounds great, right? Well, not everyone thought so. Why Podcasters Were Not Happy Podcast creators, especially those with smaller or niche shows, quickly pushed back.…
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Trump Urges Apple to Ditch India and Bring iPhone Production Back Home: What It Means for You

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In a global game of smartphone musical chairs, President Donald Trump has taken a firm (and very public) stance: he wants Apple to bring its iPhone manufacturing back to the United States—stat. His comments come after Apple CEO Tim Cook recently revealed plans to start importing iPhones made in India to meet most of the demand in the U.S. So what’s really going on, and why should the average iPhone…
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Heads Up, Coinbase Users: Hackers Just Scored a Major Data Haul

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If you’ve got a Coinbase account, it’s time to pay attention. The popular cryptocurrency platform just revealed a serious data breach that exposed sensitive personal information — including government-issued IDs, email addresses, and parts of Social Security numbers — and yes, it's as bad as it sounds. What Happened? According to a regulatory filing, Coinbase was recently contacted by a hacker who claimed to have stolen customer data and demanded…
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Scam Alert: Hackers Hijack Government Email System to Send Fake Toll Messages

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If you recently got an official-looking email from the government about unpaid tolls, don’t panic just yet—but definitely don’t click anything. Here's what's going on. A legit U.S. government alert system—yes, the kind that's supposed to keep us safe and informed—was hijacked by scammers to send out bogus toll collection emails. The system in question is called GovDelivery, and it’s normally used by federal and state agencies to send out…
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Substack Just Made Livestreaming Way Less Awkward — Introducing Audio-Only Mode

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Good news for camera-shy creators! Substack is rolling out a new audio-only livestreaming feature, making it easier than ever for writers to connect with their audience—no ring light or perfect background required. Whether you're podcasting in your pajamas, chatting from your car, or just don’t feel like being on camera (we get it, not every day is a “camera-on” day), this update has your back. Substack’s new audio-only livestream mode…
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