Mikael Thalen
Mikael Thalen is a tech and security reporter based in Seattle, covering social media, data breaches, hackers, and more.
Delving into ‘House of the Dragon’s tangled Targaryen family tree
Internet Culture
How accusations around a major NFT release sank it—and raised questions about an alleged NFT ‘ring’
Tech
How fears of the ‘antifa apocalypse’ set the stage for QAnon
'July 22 is the day of retribution... '
On Aug 19, 2022 by Mikael Thalen
'I would like to offer a deep and sincere apology...'
On Aug 18, 2022 by Mikael Thalen
The social media giant carried out a similar ban in 2020.
Mozilla points out 18 health apps that it believes consumers should avoid.
On Aug 17, 2022 by Mikael Thalen
Creators are refusing to monetize their accounts for Amazon unless the company meets workers' demands.
On Aug 16, 2022 by Mikael Thalen
The claim isn’t true and is part of a larger effort to blame current food-chain issues on a sinister plot.
'Super stressful industry. Don't even get me started on the interview processes.'
On Aug 12, 2022 by Mikael Thalen
'Yea, it's go time. Everyone knows exactly what I'm talking about.'
'Nothing to see here but a productive and proactive employee.'
On Aug 11, 2022 by Mikael Thalen
'Should I just delete it?'
'I merely told you what we did that got candidates in the door.'
On Aug 10, 2022 by Mikael Thalen
Police in Nebraska charge a 17-year-old and her mother after obtaining Facebook messages.
On Aug 9, 2022 by Mikael Thalen
The raid is being seen as politically motived given the judge's history.
Conspiracy theorists are convinced Kid Rock exposed Pfizer.
'They literally make it impossible.'
On Aug 5, 2022 by Mikael Thalen