Jonathan Mergy
@mergy.self.social.ap.brid.gy
Tech pro in San Francisco. Posting on #technology, #nonprofits, #sysadmin, #cybersecurity, #infosec, #news, #philosophy, #SanFrancisco things, and attempts at humor.
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If we could subscribe to block all early registration RIPE IP address block changes, it would be wonderful. Very consistent pattern of baddies grabbing them and spewing #infosec
December 13, 2025 at 7:43 PM
If we could subscribe to block all early registration RIPE IP address block changes, it would be wonderful. Very consistent pattern of baddies grabbing them and spewing #infosec
This is happening all over. I praise him for coming forward here.#cybercrime #socialengineeting #cybersecurity
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/12/business/tech-support-scam-bank-fraud.html?unlocked_article_code=1.8U8.CISW.F98lXL9J6J23&smid=url-share
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/12/business/tech-support-scam-bank-fraud.html?unlocked_article_code=1.8U8.CISW.F98lXL9J6J23&smid=url-share
December 13, 2025 at 6:08 PM
This is happening all over. I praise him for coming forward here.#cybercrime #socialengineeting #cybersecurity
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/12/business/tech-support-scam-bank-fraud.html?unlocked_article_code=1.8U8.CISW.F98lXL9J6J23&smid=url-share
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/12/business/tech-support-scam-bank-fraud.html?unlocked_article_code=1.8U8.CISW.F98lXL9J6J23&smid=url-share
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Federation isn’t just a feature, it’s how we reject oppression by design.
In the EU, Big Centralised Tech is facing fines for selling verification and hiding ads. At Mastodon, we’re building something different: a space where no one buys influence and there […]
[Original post on mastodon.social]
In the EU, Big Centralised Tech is facing fines for selling verification and hiding ads. At Mastodon, we’re building something different: a space where no one buys influence and there […]
[Original post on mastodon.social]
December 12, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Federation isn’t just a feature, it’s how we reject oppression by design.
In the EU, Big Centralised Tech is facing fines for selling verification and hiding ads. At Mastodon, we’re building something different: a space where no one buys influence and there […]
[Original post on mastodon.social]
In the EU, Big Centralised Tech is facing fines for selling verification and hiding ads. At Mastodon, we’re building something different: a space where no one buys influence and there […]
[Original post on mastodon.social]
Have had a problem with the Intel AX211 WiFi/Bluetooth on my Lenovo Carbon X1 Gen 12 as of late dropping connections to trusted/pair devices like a mouse, etc. Never happened before. I've always been quick to get updated #linux firmware […]
[Original post on self.social]
[Original post on self.social]
December 12, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Have had a problem with the Intel AX211 WiFi/Bluetooth on my Lenovo Carbon X1 Gen 12 as of late dropping connections to trusted/pair devices like a mouse, etc. Never happened before. I've always been quick to get updated #linux firmware […]
[Original post on self.social]
[Original post on self.social]
And that is why it probably made sense to reopen government - this is now squarely on them. >> https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/senate-rejects-plans-to-address-sharp-rise-in-health-care-premiums
Senate rejects plans to address sharp rise in health care premiums
The U.S. Senate failed to pass two dueling pieces of health care legislation Thursday, leaving Affordable Care Act tax credits all but certain to expire at the end of the year. As lawmakers prepare for year-end recess with no agreement in sight, tens of millions of Americans who rely on the ACA are being left in limbo. Lisa Desjardins reports.
www.pbs.org
December 12, 2025 at 6:13 AM
And that is why it probably made sense to reopen government - this is now squarely on them. >> https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/senate-rejects-plans-to-address-sharp-rise-in-health-care-premiums
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The most San Francisco headline ever.
December 12, 2025 at 3:23 AM
The most San Francisco headline ever.
Keep cheering for Baker Mayfield. We'll done.
December 12, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Keep cheering for Baker Mayfield. We'll done.
More this. The bubble bursts when the assumptions or fake 'understood' terms and triggers get some sunlight.
FBI official calls antifa biggest US threat but provides few details | Reuters
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/fbi-official-calls-antifa-biggest-us-threat-provides-few-details-2025-12-11/
FBI official calls antifa biggest US threat but provides few details | Reuters
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/fbi-official-calls-antifa-biggest-us-threat-provides-few-details-2025-12-11/
December 12, 2025 at 1:53 AM
More this. The bubble bursts when the assumptions or fake 'understood' terms and triggers get some sunlight.
FBI official calls antifa biggest US threat but provides few details | Reuters
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/fbi-official-calls-antifa-biggest-us-threat-provides-few-details-2025-12-11/
FBI official calls antifa biggest US threat but provides few details | Reuters
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/fbi-official-calls-antifa-biggest-us-threat-provides-few-details-2025-12-11/
"Maybe misfits have a home too..."
December 11, 2025 at 4:27 AM
"Maybe misfits have a home too..."
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer from 1964 has more significance for me than I can fully understand.
December 11, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer from 1964 has more significance for me than I can fully understand.
Island of Misfit Toys again this year for us. Hermey incoming this year to add.
December 11, 2025 at 3:54 AM
Island of Misfit Toys again this year for us. Hermey incoming this year to add.
Can't believe I missed this when it was on the show. #snl https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd-_UwzSSvQ
December 11, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Can't believe I missed this when it was on the show. #snl https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd-_UwzSSvQ
December 10, 2025 at 2:46 AM
So frustrating to see the constant patterns of the spammers and scammers just grab early reg IP blocks and spew. When I am able to trackdown sources here, it's often the source. #infosec
December 8, 2025 at 3:47 PM
So frustrating to see the constant patterns of the spammers and scammers just grab early reg IP blocks and spew. When I am able to trackdown sources here, it's often the source. #infosec
Rewatching. Been a while. #jimmycliff
December 8, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Rewatching. Been a while. #jimmycliff
December has been tough the last few years. Hang in there everyone.
December 8, 2025 at 2:20 AM
December has been tough the last few years. Hang in there everyone.
Thanks Citizen notifications #sanfrancisco
December 7, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Thanks Citizen notifications #sanfrancisco
No they aren't. >> Waymo's Self-Driving Taxis Seemingly Go Off The Rails In San Francisco
https://www.slashgear.com/2044364/waymo-autonomous-taxi-reckless-driving-san-francisco/
https://www.slashgear.com/2044364/waymo-autonomous-taxi-reckless-driving-san-francisco/
Waymo's Self-Driving Taxis Seemingly Go Off The Rails In San Francisco - SlashGear
After reports of unexplained stalling, blocking traffic, and even driving in circles with a passenger stuck inside, Waymo is now in the spotlight.
www.slashgear.com
December 7, 2025 at 3:48 PM
No they aren't. >> Waymo's Self-Driving Taxis Seemingly Go Off The Rails In San Francisco
https://www.slashgear.com/2044364/waymo-autonomous-taxi-reckless-driving-san-francisco/
https://www.slashgear.com/2044364/waymo-autonomous-taxi-reckless-driving-san-francisco/
