The BBC News is reporting that Skype is planning to add a lie detector feature to its internet phone service that will allow users to monitor stress levels in conversations with other people. From the article — Skype is to offer the KishKish Lie Detector, which is made by BATM, as an add-on for customers. […]
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Since 2003 the pedophile-hunting organization “Perverted Justice” has been responsible for the conviction of 104 child predators. The organization has numerous supporters and critics. Some say the organization cleans up the internet and makes it safer for minors, while others claim it entraps people for entertainment and money. The New York Times has published an […]
We wanted to share our two favorite search engine news sites with those of you whose professional and personal lives center around the use of search engines for web research, people searches and background checks. Pandia Search Engine News and Search Engine Watch are two of the web’s best resources for the latest search engine […]
CNET News is reporting on the interesting, behind-the-scenes details involved in the capture of the “MySpace Fugitive” inside a Philadelphia public library. From the CNET report — Darren Bates’ capture last week as he was updating his MySpace page at the Philadelphia main library has been widely reported. But exactly how were U.S. Marshals able […]
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Believe it or not, some German politicians are seeking to criminalize virtual violence in video games with laws aimed at punishing game creators and players. From arstechnica.com — Players and creators of video games could face imprisonment for acts of virtual violence under draft legislation being drawn up by two of Germany’s state governments. Politicians […]
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