Qubes OS: AppVMs, Templates, Disposables, and Standalones
If you’re unfamiliar with this unique and “advanced” architecture, its terminology can initially feel overwhelming. What are Templates, Apps, Disposables, and Standalones, and how do they…
Aqualung
Signal Numberless Registration is Available in Beta
Signal is testing a phone-number-free registration option for its messaging app. The feature is included in the Android 8.28 beta and currently carries a one-time $3…
Nitter Project to Continue Despite Cease-and-Desist Letters from X
As noted in our previous post, on 24 August 2026, X Corp. sent cease-and-desist letters demanding the permanent shutdown of Nitter instances and removal of the…
Qubes OS: How to Install Flatpak Applications
To begin with, Flatpak is an open-source utility that helps you distribute, manage/install packages without thinking about the Linux distribution you’re using or the dependencies/libraries that…
Privacy Watchdog Flags ‘Serious Risks’ in Europol Surveillance Plan
A proposed expansion of Europol’s data processing capabilities has raised serious privacy concerns, according to Europe’s data protection supervisor. On Thursday, the European Data Protection Supervisor…
XCancel and Nitter Receive Cease-and-Desist Letters from X
On 24 August 2026 cease and desist letters were sent by X Corp. demanding a permanent takedown of Nitter instances and the project’s repository. Nitter is…