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97% of US database administrators are running obsolete programs
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (539+ words) Nearly all database professionals surveyed by Percona said their organizations still run database versions past official end-of-life. But why? September 11, 2026, 5:22 pm ET We all use out-of-date software. Sometimes we do it out of laziness, sometimes upgrading costs too much, and…...
Switzerland takes a Swiss Army knife to Microsoft 365
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (602+ words) Two divisions of Switzerland's government are shifting from Microsoft 365 to open-source openDesk. Here's why. September 11, 2026, 2:57 pm ET Switzerland’s federal government is moving to create an open-source, digitally sovereign workplace for thousands of employees, while the Swiss Armed Forces’ Cyber Command…...
Your friend with 'nothing to hide' is more likely to spy on you, study shows
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (339+ words) New research explores behavioral trends behind that 'nothing to hide' phrase. Plus: 6 ways to improve your phone privacy. September 10, 2026, 10:31 am ET Most of us have heard the phrase, “I have nothing to hide.” Outside of TV police dramas, we use…...
Verizon will give you an iPhone Duo free with this deal - no trade-in required
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (378+ words) Why you can trust ZDNET: ZDNET independently tests and researches products to bring you our best recommendations and advice. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Tech > Smartphones > iPhone September 10, 2026, 10:10 am ET New iPhones have finally…...
Apple Watch 12 can listen in and recap your conversations now - genius or privacy nightmare?
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (651+ words) Tech > Services & Software > Operating Systems > Mobile OS > Android Is your friend's Apple Watch listening to you? Not in the way you're probably thinking. September 10, 2026, 9:46 am ET Also: How to preorder the new iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, and everything else Apple…...
This LG TV jailbreak turns smart devices into spies, say researchers
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (525+ words) Researchers say LG TV's behavior 'parallels malware' - with user data logged even when TVs are on standby. September 9, 2026, 3:22 pm ET In the UK, we need something called a “TV license” to legally watch live TV. This stealth tax comes in…...
Your AI vendor could land you in legal hot water - what business experts say you must do
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (1132+ words) When AI makes a mistake, liability doesn't stop with the company who made the tool. September 8, 2026, 3:01 pm ET Large language models are sold on the promise of efficiency, faster decision-making, and a higher benefit-to-cost ratio compared to headcount expansion and…...
This tiny tool gave my phone thermal vision - and powerful diagnostic superpowers
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (907+ words) Why you can trust ZDNET: ZDNET independently tests and researches products to bring you our best recommendations and advice. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Tech > Smartphones > Mobile Accessories The Rision Magic helps DIYers like…...
Google Docs, Drives, Sheets, Slides users: Sharing files just got easier and more secure
1+ week, 1+ day ago (435+ words) Business > Enterprise Software Google puts permissions controls at the center of its new interface for sharing documents. April 29, 2020, 11:00 am ET Google has redesigned the interface for Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms on the web to make it easier…...
45% of professionals use shadow AI tools??? here???s how to manage the risks
1+ week, 1+ day ago (1266+ words) The use of unsanctioned AI tools is growing. Here’s why it's risky and how you and your business can control it. September 4, 2026, 1:27 pm ET Shadow AI is rapidly becoming a massive issue for organizations. Research suggests 45% of employees used unsanctioned…...