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INTERNET CONTROL IN RUSSIA
Two phones and an app: How Russians skirt Putin's digital iron curtainSince the Kremlin ratcheted up control over the internet this year, Russians have been turning to increasingly convoluted technical solutio...
This Polish pianist turned a Nokia ringtone interruption into the most impressive moment of his live concertA viral video shows Polish pianist Waldemar Malicki brilliantly incorporating a Nokia ringtone into his concert. The unexpected interruptio...
SpaceX seeks a record $75 bn in stock market debutSpaceX plans a massive $75 billion share sale, valuing the company at $1.8 trillion. This move aims to fund ambitious projects like space-b...
Putin's 'Russian Davos' opens with US guests as economy slows and war drags onRussia hosts its premier investment forum in Saint Petersburg. The event includes prominent figures from the United States and Germany. Thi...
Bluesky accounts hijacked in pro-Russia propaganda campaignA Russian influence campaign hijacked hundreds of Bluesky accounts -- many belonging to influential Americans -- to spread propaganda, rese...
Senior Ukrainian commander sees imminent 'turning point' in warA senior Ukrainian commander believes the next six months are critical for Ukraine to seize battlefield initiative and strengthen its posit...
ETtech Explainer: Everything to know about Meta’s Forum and Instants appsForum is Facebook Groups reimagined as a Reddit-style discussion platform with AI-powered search and recommendations, while Instants turns ...
Bound for Mars, Elon Musk's SpaceX unveils filing for blockbuster IPOSpaceX has filed for its initial public offering. The company aims for a trillion-dollar market debut. This listing could set a precedent f...
Ukrainian mid-range strikes deal double blow to Russia's war effortUkraine's growing drone strength is causing significant problems for Russia's war effort. Medium-range drone attacks are disrupting Russian...
DRDO flags rising global CBRN risks, warns of unstable geopolitical orderGlobal security faces growing challenges. DRDO scientist Upendra Kumar Singh stresses the need for stronger preparedness against chemical, ...
Russia's WWII victory celebrations muted this year as Ukraine war weighs on PutinTensions are high as Russia prepares for Victory Day celebrations amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. A unilateral ceasefire quickly collapsed...
Another wave of public outcry tests Putin's rule in wartime RussiaRussian influencers are publicly criticising President Putin's government and policies. This dissent stems from economic hardship and stric...
Russia orders state-backed app, WhatsApp rival, to be pre-installed on all phones and tabletsRussia will require MAX, a state-backed messaging app, on all mobile phones and tablets from next month. This decision follows restrictions...
War censorship exposes Putin's leaky internet controlsPutin has also blocked access to both Western media and independent news sites in the country, and a new law criminalises spreading informa...
Russia disconnected from global internet in tests: RBC dailyRussia adopted legislation, known as the "sovereign internet" law, in late 2019 that seeks to shield the country from being cut off from fo...
Putin signs law forcing foreign social media giants to open Russian officesRussia is keen to strengthen control of the internet and reduce its dependence on foreign companies and countries. Moscow has fined IT firm...
Russian 'anti-Apple' law requiring local apps takes effectThe initiative was introduced in an effort to promote the country's tech companies but critics say it is another bid to tighten state contr...