TikTok goes dark in the United States on Saturday, ahead of America's nationwide ban on the Chinese app on Sunday
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Omegle Shuts Down After Misuse Complaints
Founder announces Omegle shutdown after years of complaints by child campaigners about risks of random chats with strangers
WhatsApp To Bypass Regime Internet Shutdowns
Iran, China blow? Internet shutdowns by authoritarian regimes will not prevent WhatsApp users from messaging, Meta confirms
Apple Closes New York Stores, As Omicron Infections Surge
Apple closes its New York stores in 11 locations to casual shoppers, but will allow buyers to pick up devices outside the shop
Google Plus To Begin Shutdown Within Days
Users will be unable to create new Google+ content from 4 February, with full shutdown set for 2 April
US Government Shutdown Disrupts Security On .Gov Sites
Researchers find dozens of expired security certificates affecting sensitive sites used by the likes of NASA and the Department of Justice, blocking some services and exposing others to attack