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technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Microsoft Discontinues Skype Number Sales and Credits

Microsoft has quietly stopped allowing users to purchase Skype credit and phone numbers, pushing them towards monthly subscription plans for Skype-to-phone services. This change, which was not officially announced, affects millions of users who relied on Skype's phone functionalities. Existing credits and numbers will still work, but new purchases are halted. This move aligns with Microsoft's broader strategy to focus on subscription-based services, as Skype faces competition from platforms like WhatsApp and Zoom.

via TechCrunch|

#microsoft #saas #skype

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

iOS 18.4 Update Lets EU iPhone Users Set Default Apps

Apple's upcoming iOS 18.2 update, expected in early December, will allow iPhone users to set default apps for calling and messaging, marking a significant shift in user control and privacy. This change enables users to choose end-to-end encrypted calling apps like WhatsApp or Signal as their default, enhancing security against potential interception. The update aligns with recommendations from cybersecurity agencies to use secure VoIP apps for calls, addressing privacy concerns beyond Apple's ecosystem.

via Forbes|

#apple #defaultapps #encryption

technology1 year ago•8 min saved

"Phone Service Providers Nearing Phase-Out of Landline Services"

AT&T has applied for a waiver to stop servicing traditional landlines in California as part of a broader industry shift away from copper wire-based telephone systems to faster, more advanced technology like fiber optics and ethernet access. Consumers will need to decide whether to give up their landlines or face potentially higher costs, with impacts on seniors, small businesses, and areas prone to power outages or disasters. Challenges in fully phasing out copper landlines include the reliability of alternatives like VoIP, the difficulty of locating and removing old equipment, and the lack of high-speed internet in rural areas. The California Public Utilities Commission will hold meetings to discuss the potential discontinuation of copper landline phone service across the state.

via WVTM13 Birmingham|

#atandt #fiber-optics #landline

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Investigation underway as Discord users encounter "You have been blocked" errors

Discord users have been experiencing "Sorry, you have been blocked" errors when trying to access the platform, prompting an investigation by Discord's engineers. The issue, which started around two hours ago, has been reported on Twitter, Reddit, and Downdetector. While some users have regained access, the problem is believed to be a technical issue rather than a policy violation. Discord's engineers are currently investigating an abnormal rise in API errors, and users are advised to remain patient while the underlying issues are resolved.

via BleepingComputer|

#discord #instant-messaging #investigation

cybersecurity2 years ago•4 min saved

Hackers Target 3CX Desktop App in Supply Chain Attack

Threat actors have been using a compromised version of the 3CX VoIP desktop client to target 3CX's customers as part of an attack. The malware can extract system information and hijack both data and stored login credentials from user profiles on Chrome, Edge, Brave, and Firefox web browsers. 3CX has recommended uninstalling the desktop app and using the Progressive Web App (PWA) client instead. Organizations that are potentially affected should stop using the vulnerable version if possible and apply the patches or mitigation workarounds if these are available.

via Trend Micro|

#3cx #attack #cybersecurity