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Things were busy in Apple software land this week, with the public release of iOS 26.1 and updates for Apple's other platforms being quickly followed by the round of 26.2 betas with plenty more changes in store.
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Denmark is taking on Big Tech.
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The retirement of the old domain is the next step in Elon Musk's rebranding of the social media platform.
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NEW RESOURCES Kyiv Post: ‘Nullfired': Russian Soldiers Who Kill Their Comrades Documented in New Database.. "A Russian independent media outlet has compiled a database identifying soldiers accused of killing their own comrades […]
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So, instead of talking up 2FA, today I'll let this cute parrot just show you instead:
Original video on Instagram
Your password is that first food cover. Two-factor authentication is the second. With just one cover, your meal gets eaten by the parrot. With two, your food is still yours to enjoy.
Setting up two-factor authentication can be as easy as dropping that second cover over the dish, by the way. You can use something you already own—your phone or tablet—to set up at least one 2FA method. I recommend using a dedicated app like Bitwarden Authenticator or Authy as the best balance between security and convenience.
That said, with a bird that cute, I'd probably share
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Finding the right gift for a new graduate in your life can be tough. Default ideas like a fancy watch or a monogrammed bag can be pricey and, let's face it, boring. Tech can be a good option, and no, you don't have to spend a fortune to get a solid gadget that they'd like.
While expensive stuff like iPhones, smartwatches and game consoles may come to mind immediately, they aren't the only options out there. And sometimes all it takes is a practical gadget like a power bank to make someone's life a little easier — that's especially applicable to new grads who are focusing all of their attention on snagging that new job or applying for further education. Here's Engadget's list of the best gifts under $50 for new graduates.
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has plenty of reasons to ban social media for under-16s.
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