Global Majority Backs a Ban on ‘Dark Net,’ Poll Says
Seven in 10 people say the "dark net" - an anonymous online home to both criminals and activists fearful of government surveillance - should be shut down, according to a…
Xiaomi Announces ‘Mi Ecosystem’ Sub-Brand
At an event in China, Xiaomi on Tuesday announced a new sub-brand called Mi Ecosystem. The new brand is meant to cover products manufactured by Xiaomi's ecosystem partners. As per…
FBI Wants US Businesses to Help as Cyber Extortion Gains Urgency
The FBI is asking businesses and software security experts for emergency assistance in its investigation into a pernicious new type of "ransomware" virus used by hackers for extortion. "We need…
Microsoft Reportedly Meets With Private Equity Over Yahoo Deal
Microsoft Corp executives are in early talks with potential Yahoo Inc investors about contributing to financing to buy the troubled Internet company, a person familiar with the situation said. The…