NSA leaker Edward Snowden, whom the US would very much like in court, is "under the care of the Russian authorities" and can't leave Moscow's international airport without their consent, Ecuadorean President Rafael Correa told the AP. His interview suggests that Snowden won't be ending up in the South American country any time soon. Earlier this week, Ecuadorean diplomats and lawmakers signaled irritation with Julian Assange, who they perceived as "running the show."
Ecuador president: Snowden can't leave Moscow (read: and won't be headed here any time soon)
Chinese kill switches found in American energy infrastructure
As we work half-assed with one hand tied behind our backs on not killing the planet, solar power has become an important part of energy infrastructure solutions around the world.… READ THE REST
RIP Mark Klein. He exposed NSA's secret surveillance program in notorious Room 641A
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) recently announced the passing of Mark Klein, the AT&T whistleblower who exposed the NSA's mass surveillance program nearly two decades ago. Klein worked as a… READ THE REST
NSA can track powered-down phones: how to actually protect your privacy
Yesterday I wrote about Privacy Guide's mobile phone privacy and security guide for protesters. Today, Randy Zar, CEO of Faraday pouch manufacturer SLNT wrote: Just want to let you know… READ THE REST
Office drama? Not when your software lasts forever
TL;DR: Ditch the monthly bills — this Office and Windows 11 Pro bundle gives you the tools you need to work, create, and procrastinate like a pro, all for one low price of… READ THE REST
These Powerbeats Pro are wireless, fearless—and $80 off
TL;DR: Get a pair of refurbished Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds for $169.99 (reg. $249.99). If your current earbuds have the personality of a soggy tortilla chip, allow us to… READ THE REST
Microsoft Office 2019 is yours forever, for less than the price of three happy hour beers
TL;DR: Skip the 365 recurring fees for this lifetime Microsoft Office 2019 license, which is now less than $20 for only three more days. You know what's wild? Microsoft still makes… READ THE REST
