Bluesky CEO: imagine a world without Caesars
In a world of billionare-owned social media, Bluesky CEO Jay Graber wants to send a clear message. Decentralized open-source platforms, like the one she runs, prioritize user control over corporate interests. And what better way to say that than with a T-shirt that calls out Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg? Speaking at SXSW 2025, Graber wore […]
Elon Musk claims X crashed because of a massive cyberattack
Elon Musk claimed Monday that X suffered a “massive cyberattack,” which caused the site and app to crash throughout the day. Musk quoted a post theorizing there was an attack on X, claiming that was, in fact, the case. He wrote: “There was (still is) a massive cyberattack against 𝕏. We get attacked every day, but […]
Meta built content censorship system to break into China, report says
Mark Zuckerberg tried to get Facebook into China, where it is blocked, for well over a decade. According to a whistleblower report, Zuckerberg and Meta considered some fairly unsavory tactics to make it happen, including a censorship system and sharing user data. The whistleblower in this case is Sarah Wynn-Williams, who filed a 78-page complaint with […]
Secret commands found in Bluetooth chip used in a billion devices
A potential security issue has been discovered by cybersecurity researchers that has the capability to affect more than one billion devices. According to researchers at the cybersecurity firm Tarlogic, a hidden command has been found coded into a bluetooth chip installed in devices around the world. This secret functionality can be weaponized by bad actors […]
How to pin a message to an Instagram DM
Instagram released a whole host of new features for app users in February, and most of them are intended to bring messaging to the forefront. Now, you can translate messages in your DMs, schedule them ahead of time, add music, and pin messages. These features might be familiar to iMessage users and people who use […]
Tesla used car prices are cratering
It’s a complicated time for car shoppers. President Donald Trump’s tariffs threaten to increase new car prices, and the used car prices are expected to rise in turn. That is, of course, unless you’re shopping for Teslas, which are getting more affordable versus the rest of the car market. Forbes reports that a used Model […]
Donald Trump says 4 groups in talks to buy TikTok
TikTok has until April 5 to find a buyer, and President Donald Trump says that at least four are currently in the mix. The short-from video platform may need to find new ownership since the U.S. passed its sell-or-ban law last year due to security concerns. Per Reuters, the president spoke with reporters on Sunday about […]
Improve your running with one of our favorite fitness trackers — now over $30 off at Best Buy
SAVE $39: As of March 10, the Garmin Forerunner 55 smartwatch is on sale at Best Buy for $160.99. That’s 19% off its list price of $199.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Forerunner 55 $160.99 at Best Buy $199.99 Save $39 Get Deal With so many options out there to choose from, […]
The Apple Watch SE 2 is down by $80 at Best Buy — score it for under $200
SAVE $80: As of March 10, the 2nd Gen Apple Watch SE (GPS, 40mm) is on sale at Best Buy for $169. That’s 32% off its list price of $249. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE $169 at Best Buy $249 Save $80 Get Deal If you’ve been eyeing up an […]
Is Instagram down? Users cant log in.
If you tried to log in to Instagram on Monday, you might have had a little trouble. Users are reporting errors with logging into the Meta-owned social media platform, with many unable to access their accounts. SEE ALSO: How to translate a message in Instagram DMs According to DownDetector (owned by Mashable’s parent company, Ziff […]