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Ukraine internet outages spark concerns of broader blackout

The Verge

But as the conflict intensifies, many civil society groups are increasingly concerned about the possibility of direct attacks on the country’s internet infrastructure. The invasion has already reduced internet connectivity in some parts of the country. Currently, we are seeing about 80 percent of the load we usually see in Ukraine.

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The fight to make Netflix and Hulu pay cable fees

The Verge

Three municipalities in Georgia are suing Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming video providers for as much as 5 percent of their gross revenue in the district — joining a nationwide group of towns and counties that want these services regulated more like cable TV. Georgia isn’t the only place where local towns are pushing for streaming fees.

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Arizona advances bill forcing Apple and Google to allow Fortnite-style alternative payment options

The Verge

The bill specifically exempts game consoles “and other special-purpose devices that are connected to the internet,” and it also bars companies like Apple and Google from retaliating against developers who choose to use third-party payment systems. The bill is a government mandate that Apple give away the App Store.”.

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Computer Refurbishment and Accessibility

Tech Soup

Programs like this often add an array of useful freeware software to their AT computers like GCompris , Childsplay , and the Zacbrowser , which is an Internet browser specifically designed for autistic children. Touch the Future. These are now available to eligible nonprofits and libraries through TechSoup's donation program.

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5 Places to Find Grants for Your Nonprofit for FREE!

Get Fully Funded

It’s delivered monthly and is categorized by international, Canadian, Canadian Government, and Federal funding opportunities. Had I not done a quick internet search, I would never have found this opportunity. So, don’t forget about this tool when you’re doing internet searches!

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Changing the World: TechSoup's Newest Global Partner

Tech Soup

But first, some context: Let's start with a volatile mix of Syrian refugees, border conflicts paired with complicated politics , protests, Internet censorship, and a youth unemployment rate of 20 percent. In addition to Syria and Iraq, these are Bulgaria, Greece, Georgia, Armenia, Iran, and the Azerbaijani exclave: Nakhchivan. (If

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The Mobile Present, the Mobile Future: Health Information

NTEN

" Nonprofits and government agencies are using this ubiquitous device for health purposes including monitoring, education, and instant alerts and communication. For diabetes patients in Georgia, mobile phones have facilitated an instant connection to help and education. Mobile Monitoring.

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