Copilot quietly grabs your data from other Microsoft products now - here's how to opt out

A new setting in Copilot will access data from Bing, MSN, Edge, and other services. You can disable this if you're worried about your privacy.
PCMag

Your Phone's Best Defense Against Scam Texts Might Be Turned Off By Default. Do This to Fix It

Tired of spam texts that just won't stop? Your phone comes with built-in protection, but it might be turned off by default. Here's how to fix that on both iPhone and Android.

Firefox 148 rolls out with the promised AI kill switch: here's how to enable it

The "Block AI Enhancements" toggle was originally introduced in Firefox 148 Nightly in January following significant community backlash after Mozilla's new CEO, Anthony Enzor-DeMeo, announced plans ...
The Lancet

Internet shutdowns in Iran and the right to health

The weaponisation of restricting digital connectivity has been increasingly normalised. In 2024, governments imposed 296 internet shutdowns across 54 countries, with at least 72 directly linked to ...

You can turn off Gemini in Gmail, Photos, Chrome, and more - here's how

There are simple ways to remove Google's AI tools from your favorite apps. The settings are buried but easy to disable.