[Putin is afraid of any real opposition – just like he was afraid of Pussy Riot]

Putin is afraid of any real opposition – just like he was afraid of Pussy Riot

http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2014/jun/18/putin-pussy-riot-moscow-city-duma-elections

<< He just conquered Crimea. He has proclaimed himself a unifier. But Vladimir Putin's meddling in elections is another sign that his power is not as unconditional as he would have you believe. >>

[Will YouTube really block indie labels if they snub its new music service?]

Will YouTube really block indie labels if they snub its new music service?

http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2014/jun/18/youtube-indie-labels-music-service

<< Ugly dispute with indie labels is provoking anger online, so what are the facts – and rumours – about YouTube's streaming plans? >>

[How Lifelike Video Game Graphics Lead To Life-Saving Cancer Cures (And Beyond)]

How Lifelike Video Game Graphics Lead To Life-Saving Cancer Cures (And Beyond)

http://www.forbes.com/sites/netapp/2014/06/02/video-game-cure-cancer/

<< Believe it or not, this is not a still from a movie. The image below—released earlier this year at the 2014 Game Developers Conference—showcases the lifelike graphics of today’s video-game chips.

So lifelike, in fact, they’re catching the attention of those outside the gaming industry… >>

[Social media mass surveillance is permitted by law, says top UK official]

Social media mass surveillance is permitted by law, says top UK official

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/jun/17/mass-surveillance-social-media-permitted-uk-law-charles-farr

<< Charles Farr's statement marks first time government has commented on how it exploits the UK's legal framework to operate mass interception. >>

[Edward Snowden's NSA leaks "an important service", says Al Gore]

Edward Snowden's NSA leaks "an important service", says Al Gore

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/jun/10/edward-snowden-nsa-leaks-important-service-al-gore

<< Former vice-president argues whistleblower exposed "violations of US constitution far more serious than crimes he committed". >>

[The Real Reason You're Circumcised]

The Real Reason You're Circumcised

If you're not Jewish and you're circumcised, you need to watch this video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCSWbTv3hng

[Edward Snowden calls for greater online privacy in Reset the Net campaign]

Edward Snowden calls for greater online privacy in Reset the Net campaign

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/jun/05/edward-snowden-privacy-reset-the-net

<< Whistleblower says "Don't ask for your privacy. Take it back" as groups join together to try to encourage online encryption. >>

[Life after Silk Road: how the darknet drugs market is booming]

Life after Silk Road: how the darknet drugs market is booming

http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2014/may/30/life-after-silk-road-how-the-darknet-drugs-market-is-booming

<< Buying drugs and weapons online is far easier since the closure of Silk Road in 2013, after a dozen new sites have taken its place. >>

[Jimmy Page and Robert Plant: how we made Led Zeppelin III]

Jimmy Page and Robert Plant: how we made Led Zeppelin III

http://www.theguardian.com/music/2014/may/26/jimmy-page-robert-plant-how-we-made-led-zeppelin-iii

<< The baby needed bathing, the tape recorder needed batteries and the band needed cider… the veteran rockers on the classic Led Zep album that began life at a cottage in Wales. >>

[Facebook bows to pressure on privacy settings for new users]

Facebook bows to pressure on privacy settings for new users

http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2014/may/22/facebook-privacy-settings-changes-users

<< Social media site responds to calls for changes to default privacy setting that puts users at risk of accidentally over-sharing content. >>

[Apple Pulls No. 1 Game "Weed Firm" From The App Store]

Apple Pulls No. 1 Game "Weed Firm" From The App Store

http://techcrunch.com/2014/05/21/apple-pulls-number-one-game-weed-firm-from-the-app-store/

<< Apple has pulled the No. 1 game in the U.S., called "Weed Firm", from the App Store. The game, which had been described as something of a "Grand Theft Auto" for the marijuana-minded, allowed players to grow and sell weed, interact with gangsters, and earn lots of dough for their drug-dealing activities. >>

[Wolfenstein Released In Germany Without Nazi References[]

Wolfenstein Released In Germany Without Nazi References[

http://www.tomshardware.com/news/wolfenstein-german-release-bethesda-nazis,26844.html

<< Wolfenstein will be releasing in Germany for the first time... without Nazis. >>

[eBay client information stolen in hacking attack]

eBay client information stolen in hacking attack

http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/technology/chi-ebay-passwords-20140521,0,3183831.story

<< E-commerce company eBay Inc said client identity information including emails, addresses and birthdays was stolen in a hacking attack between late February and early March. >>

[Fidel Castro lived like a king in Cuba, book claims]

Fidel Castro lived like a king in Cuba, book claims

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/may/21/fidel-castro-lived-like-king-cuba

<< Former bodyguard Juan Reinaldo Sánchez writes that leader ran country like a cross between medieval overlord and Louis XV. >>

[AT&T hacker Weev sends feds "invoice" for time in prison]

AT&T hacker Weev sends feds "invoice" for time in prison

http://www.cnet.com/news/at-t-hacker-weev-sends-bitcoin-invoice-to-feds-for-time-in-prison/

<< Andrew Auernheimer demands restitution of 28,296 bitcoins, about $13.2 million, after his conviction was overturned. >>

[Bitcoin used to buy $500,000 Kansas home]

Bitcoin used to buy $500,000 Kansas home

http://www.kctv5.com/story/25568078/bitcoin-used-to-buy-500000-olathe-home

<< A new form of online currency is being used to buy nearly everything - including a $500,000 home in Olathe. >>

[The man who sued for two "undecillion" dollars – and other optimistic lawsuits]

The man who sued for two "undecillion" dollars – and other optimistic lawsuits

http://www.theguardian.com/law/shortcuts/2014/may/19/worlds-largest-lawsuit-suing-city-new-york

<< A man is currently suing the City of New York for more money than actually exists. But there are still other unlikely litigation titles up for grabs… >>

[Building a Bitcoin Economy: How to Stimulate Adoption]

Building a Bitcoin Economy: How to Stimulate Adoption

http://bitcoinmagazine.com/13104/building-bitcoin-economy-stimulate-adoption/

<< Think you have what it takes to be a real Bitcoin evangelist? Want to learn how to start your mission into the world of fiat economics? Having preached the good word of Satoshi to laymen of all kinds, I’ve made my mark and learned a lot about promoting crypto adoption. Before you begin your journey, take a moment to read and learn about the science of Bitcoin evangelism. >>

[Glorious Leader! US developers to launch North Korea, the video game]

Glorious Leader! US developers to launch North Korea, the video game

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/may/14/glorious-leader-us-developers-to-launch-north-korea-the-video-game

<< Controversial new game invites players to take up Kim Jong-un's fight against "American imperialist hordes". >>

[NSA reform: lawmakers aim to bar agency from weakening encryption]

NSA reform: lawmakers aim to bar agency from weakening encryption

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/may/13/nsa-surveillance-usa-freedom-act-encryption-amendment-zoe-lofgren

<< Concerned about weaknesses in USA Freedom Act, Zoe Lofgren and colleagues pushing to prevent NSA from weakening online encryption with new amendment. >>