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How online ‘dark patterns’ cost you, and how to resist
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How online ‘dark patterns’ cost you, and how to resist
These are just a few examples of “dark patterns” — intentionally deceptive designs that companies use to steer people into making choices that aren’t in the consumers’ best interest. Dark patterns may ...
‘Real-time language interpretation in 56 dialects’: VBPD announces new communication tool
The Virginia Beach Police Department announced their use of a new tool allowing for real-time language interpretation. According to VBPD, the Axon platform called Axon ...
Putin bans FaceTime in latest move to halt communication
Russia bans FaceTime in Putin’s latest move to halt communication and control the internet - Putin previously banned calls ...
RIT launches TigerChat communication app
Face coverings can make lip reading impossible and communication difficult for deaf and hard-of-hearing people. To help improve communication, RIT/NTID’s Center on Access Technology Lab has developed the TigerChat app.
Military Technology Closes the Communication Gap
That is something first responders in Burlington County, N.J., can now say because they are able to communicate during catastrophes. In July 2008, the county’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) ...
UCCM™ By ASTRADYNE Inc.: A Breakthrough Technology Beyond Conventional AI Systems
Valued at $60M While in Stealth Mode, Astradyne’s UCCM™ Ushers a New Era of Authentic Neurodynamic Interfaces for Universal Engagement, Redefining Global Digital Trust
How Communication Technology is Changing the Future of Brand Management
“Where marketing hasn’t changed is the creativity and the passion from brands that have really helped build loyalty and emotion,” said Tanya Cordrey, former chief digital officer at Guardian News.
Reliable 5G communication solution developed for civil protection and disaster relief
In a disaster, there are often massive network outages. When the Ahr, a small river in Rhineland-Palatinate, burst its banks ...
Asheville seeks public input on Urban Forest Master Plan through community survey
The City of Asheville is inviting the community to participate in a public engagement survey for the development of its first ...
Community Engagement Isn’t Just a Democratic Ideal. It’s a Fiscal Imperative.
This is your first of three free stories this month. Become a free or sustaining member to read unlimited articles, webinars and ebooks. As state and local governments prepare for an extended period ...
3 Key Strategies for Unlocking Potential of Open Data Through Community Engagement
This story was originally published by Data-Smart City Solutions. From exploring neighborhood maps to generating analysis and building applications, citizens, businesses, nonprofits and technologists ...
6 Social Media Trends Defining Gen Z’s Shopping Behavior
The classic sales funnel is outdated for Gen Z, as their shopping journey is now non-linear. It involves platforms like TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, focusing on viral videos, user-generated content and influencer recommendations rather than traditional ads.
The trending ‘miracle fix’ for anxiety: Why beta blockers are suddenly everywhere
The heart medication can ease physical symptoms of panic, making them popular for job interviews, public speaking events and more. But experts tell GBH's All Things Considered that beta blockers are not risk-free.
The 12 Biggest Social Media Trends Taking Over the Internet's Viral Culture
Explore 12 social media trends 2026 driving viral internet trends and reshaping social media culture. Stay ahead with the latest insights and strategies.
Personality Interactions in the Workplace: Light and Dark Sides of Human Behavior
Personality plays a central role in shaping interpersonal dynamics and performance within organizations. While traditional research has focused on individual...
Online safety: what young people really think about social media, big tech regulation and adults ‘overreacting’
Emily Setty receives funding for research from UKRI and ESRC. Don’t say ‘just don’t go online’ because adults wouldn’t do that if something happened in the real world. If you got followed home, it’s ...
Online spaces may intensify teens’ uncertainty in social interactions
Deciphering other people’s thoughts and feelings tends to generate considerable uncertainty. In a conversation, for instance, how does one know if another person’s smile is sincere? In real life, ...
Why forced gratitude might make some teens meaner online
A recent study conducted in Polish schools suggests that attempting to teach gratitude to adolescents may have complex and ...
Beyond Buzzwords: How Social Media is Revolutionizing Your Career and the Modern Workplace
Workplaces are transforming rapidly, and if you’ve spent any time online lately, you’ve likely noticed a new vocabulary ...