US lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill to help news media negotiate with Big Tech

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers reintroduced a bill to allow news organizations to join together to negotiate ad rates with tech giants such as Alphabet Inc's Google. The measure would allow news broadcasters and publishers with fewer than 1,500 full-time workers to jointly negotiate ad rates -- many of which face financial struggles. One of the biggest of the companies placing online ads for advertisers is Google.

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Google to help GM phase out Apple CarPlay in EVs, here's how

GM is designing the on-board navigation and infotainment systems for future EVs in partnership with Alphabet Inc's Google.

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Reddit's new Transparency Center to serve as hub for its safety, security info

Social discussion forum Reddit has launched a new online Transparency Center, which will serve as a central source for the platform's safety, security, and policy information.

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Twitter 'Verified Organisations' rolled out globally: What is it and how is it important

Twitter has rolled out a new feature called "Verified Organisations" that will allow pre-approved organisations to verify the Twitter handles associated with them, reducing the dependency on the platform to verify accounts. It will also allow companies to differentiate themselves on Twitter, and includes an affiliate badge to the accounts associated with the organization. Many organizations from different industries have already started using this Twitter feature.

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How the Indian PC and tablet market ‘performed’ in the year 2022

HP led the Indian PC (excluding tablets) market, with over 30% market share in both Q4 and full-year 2022. Apple surpassed Samsung in Q4 2022 to take the lead in the Indian tablet market. Acer registered a massive 214% YoY growth in Q4 2022 and 6% share in Q4 2022, and 436.1% growth and 14% market share in 2022.

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Apple TV will now support Netflix’s cheaper ads plan: What it means for users

Netflix has added support for its cheaper Basic with Ads plan on Apple TV after previously asking users to upgrade or watch content on another device. Users who update their Netflix app to version 2.3.0 can access the tier on Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K, even though the ad-supported package is only officially available in a few markets.

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Ford withdraws petition seeking US approval to deploy self-driving vehicles

Ford Motor Co has withdrawn a petition seeking US regulatory approval to deploy up to 2,500 self-driving vehicles annually without required human controls like steering wheels, according to a letter made public Thursday. The automaker told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) it was no longer seeking approval for the petition it filed in July 2021, citing its decision to close its self-driving venture Argo AI last year.

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US court sanctions Google in privacy case, company's second legal setback in days

A U.S. court has sanctioned Google LLC for a second time in recent days, after a judge in a decision unsealed on Wednesday said the Alphabet Inc unit took too long to comply with a ruling last year in a data-privacy class action. The order from U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan van Keulen in San Jose, California, stems from a class action claiming Google unlawfully tracked its users while they were using the company's Chrome browsers in private, or "incognito," mode.

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How to enrol into Apple Swift Student Challenge: Steps by step guide, things to keep in mind and more

Apple has announced the Swift Student Challenge. According to Apple, Swift Student Challenge is aimed at students and young developers who have just started with software development and nurturing their skills.

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Online used-car marketplace Shift lays off 30% of workforce

US-based online marketplace for buying and selling used cars Shift Technologies has reduced its workforce by 30 per cent in the first quarter in an effort to cut costs and eliminate duplication following its merger with CarLotz, the media reported.

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How to download and share Ram Navami stickers on WhatsApp

Developers have created free Ram Navami-themed stickers for WhatsApp users to mark the auspicious occasion. The stickers are available for download on the Google Play Store, but they are not compatible with iPhones.

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Apple WWDC 2023 starts on June 5: What to expect and other details

Apple has announced its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will take place online from June 5th to 9th, with the exception of the first day, which will take place at Apple Park. The conference typically sees Apple unveil new versions of its operating systems, and there is speculation that it may introduce the mixed-reality headset.

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'FIFA' publisher EA to cut 6% of workforce, reduce office space

Electronic Arts Inc said on Wednesday it would lay off about 6% of its workforce and reduce office space, making it the first major videogame publisher to announce job cuts. Technology firms have led the latest round of layoffs as U.S. companies brace for a potential economic downturn amid rising interest rates around the world.

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How to block and allow pop-ups on Google Chrome

If you use Google Chrome as your go-to web browser, you must have noticed a “pop-up blocked” message in the address bar. While Chrome, by default, blocks pop-ups from automatically showing up on your screen, you may still get them, which can be annoying. This happens because you may have previously subscribed to receive notifications from a website.

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This OnePlus phone is ‘inspired’ by Jupiter

We are not even halfway into the year, and OnePlus has launched not one, two but a third OnePlus 11. This OnePlus 11 is out of the earth and comes straight from Jupiter. Not literally, as it is dubbed OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock Special Edition, which has a back cover that resembles Jupiter.

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Facebook parent Meta is bringing Google-like review system for bonus payouts: Report

Citing an internal memo, Wall Street Journal reported that Meta is planning to lower bonus pays for some employees and assess staff performance more frequently. The report also mentioned that employees who get a rating of "met most expectations" in their 2023 year-end reviews, will receive a smaller percentage of bonuses and restricted stock award due in March 2024.

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How to request for Adobe generative AI model Firefly beta access

Adobe has launched its generative AI model, Firefly, which applies text-based commands to produce images and edit them. Its usage is not just restricted to expert users but also accessible to beginners.

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Security Copilot: Microsoft launches ‘first’ generative AI cybersecurity assistant

Microsoft has launched an AI-powered cybersecurity assistant called Security Copilot to help analysts respond to threats by analysing and summarising data using OpenAI's GPT-4 generative AI model. The tool, which integrates with Microsoft Security products, delivers reports on data breaches and other security issues in a prompt box format. Security Copilot will continually learn and improve to ensure security teams are operating with the latest knowledge of attackers, according to Microsoft.

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Memory chipmaker Micron expects revenue drop, expects AI to boost sales in 2025

Micron Technology Inc on Tuesday forecast third-quarter revenue would tumble nearly 60% from a year earlier but the steep drop was in line with Wall Street expectations and company executives painted a rosy outlook for 2025 with artificial intelligence boosting sales. With a glut still nagging the chip industry, Micron expects the deepest revenue drop since 2001.

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China tackles chip talent shortage with new courses, higher pay

China is ramping up efforts to develop home-grown semiconductor talent as it seeks to rapidly fill a shortage of expertise that has been made worse by U.S. efforts to limit Beijing's access to advanced chip technology. Enrolments for undergraduate and post-graduate courses have surged over the past five years thanks to new funds for top universities as well as a boom in smaller private schools focused on shorter-term instruction.

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China launches project to promote use of AI in sci-tech research

China has started a project to promote the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in frontier science and technology research, the media reported.

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Google Chrome bookmark syncing issue: How users are affected and what it means for them

Google has reportedly restricted the number of bookmarks a user can access on multiple devices while being logged in to the same Google account. Though Google has not specified the maximum number of bookmarks that can be synced across devices, according to a bug report, bookmarks are limited to 20,000 for mobile devices and 100,000 for Chrome desktops.

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US issuing new childcare guidance for semiconductor chips subsidy program

The Biden administration on Monday will release new guidance for its $52 billion US semiconductor manufacturing and research program detailing how companies seeking major awards must provide affordable high-quality childcare. The Commerce Department plans to begin accepting applications in late June for a $39 billion manufacturing subsidy program. The law also creates a 25% investment tax credit for building chip plants, estimated to be worth $24 billion.

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Pinterest announces new features: Shuffles shopping, Premiere Spotlight, and more

Pinterest has announced that it is experimenting with incorporating Shuffles collage content into its platform, beginning with its shopping feature. Shuffles, which is Pinterest's app for creating collages, became available to the general public in November of last year. The company is now testing the integration of Shuffles' shopping capabilities within the Pinterest platform.

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Government wants you to update your Android device, here’s why

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Google Drive design on Android tablets: What it means for users

Google has announced the roll-out of a large-screen redesign of Google Drive to improve the user experience for Android tablets. Tablet users will receive a new navigation rail and an updated design, which removes the bottom navigation bar and replaces it with a side-mounted navigation rail. The redesign will be well-optimised to leverage the extra screen space available on tablets, and the new design looks relatively less cluttered.

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How to install and start using Intel Unison app

Intel has launched Unison as its rival to Microsoft's Phone Link app, integrating hardware, software and AI to offer a secure and smooth computing experience where mobile devices can be connected to a PC. The app enables users to receive and reply to text messages and make phone calls using their PC via Bluetooth.

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US House speaker says lawmakers to move forward with TikTok bill

In the United States, there are growing calls to ban TikTok, owned by China-based company ByteDance, or to pass bipartisan legislation to give President Joe Biden's administration legal authority to seek a ban. Devices owned by the U.S. government were recently banned from having the app installed.

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Elon Musk attacking us as he is stressed about AI safety: OpenAI CEO

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has hit back at Twitter CEO Elon Musk for criticising his for-profit company which is now owned by Microsoft.

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OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G full specs tipped online ahead of launch

OnePlus is set to launch the Nord CE 3 Lite 5G smartphone next month along with Nord Buds 2 earbuds. The leaked spec sheet reveals that the smartphone will have a plastic body with a 6.7-inch Full HD+ LCD panel, 120Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, 8GB RAM, 128GB internal storage, triple rear camera setup with a 108MP main camera, a 16MP front camera, and a 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging.

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Apple CEO praises China's innovation, long history of cooperation on Beijing visit

Apple CEO Tim Cook used his first public remarks on his visit to China to praise the country for its rapid innovation and its long ties with the US iPhone maker, according to local media reports.

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Intel co-founder Gordon Moore, prophet of the rise of the PC, dies at 94

Intel Corp co-founder Gordon Moore, a pioneer in the semiconductor industry whose "Moore's Law" predicted a steady rise in computing power for decades, died at the age of 94, the company announced.

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No draft of Digital India Bill published for public feedback or comments

No draft of the Digital India Bill has been published for public feedback or comments and no notice of the same was given in respect of the bill for its introduction in the Winter Session 2022-23, the Parliament was told.

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Happiest Minds Technologies partners with Pimcore to drive digitisation projects

Happiest Minds’ collaboration with Pimcore claims to provide customers with a seamlessly integrated platform, and a centralised solution for PIM, MDM, DAM, CDP, DXP/CMS, and digital commerce. Pimcore’s expertise in data management, experience management, and e-commerce will create an important alliance. This will help businesses to fast-track their digital transformation initiatives.

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Utah social media law means kids need approval from parents

Children and teens in Utah would lose access to social media apps such as TikTok if they don't have parental consent and face other restrictions under a first-in-the-nation law designed to shield young people from the addictive platforms.

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Huawei makes breakthroughs in design tools for 14-nm chips: Report

Chips produced at the 14nm level were first introduced in smartphones in the mid-2010s and are two to three generations behind leading-edge technology.

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Twitter to end ‘legacy’ blue checkmarks in April: What it means for users

Twitter has announced that it will remove all "legacy verified checkmarks" beginning April 1, as it winds down its legacy verified program. Twitter is asking verified users to pay for Twitter Blue subscriptions to keep their blue checkmarks. The company has stated that even companies and government entities with non-Blue verification will need to apply for Twitter Blue. This new timeline to end legacy checkmarks arrives as Twitter announces the global rollout of Twitter Blue subscriptions.

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France looks to AI-powered surveillance to secure Olympics

France's National Assembly on Thursday approved the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) video surveillance during the 2024 Paris Olympics, overlooking warnings from civil rights groups that the technology posed a threat to civil liberties. The government says algorithmic video surveillance can detect "pre-determined events", abnormal behaviour and crowd surges, helping ensure the safety of millions of tourists who are expected to flood the French capital next summer.

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Microsoft must do more to resolve antitrust issues, rivals say

Microsoft Corp's initial offer to address EU antitrust complaints filed by rivals is insufficient and the U.S. software giant needs to do more, German software provider Nextcloud said, as regulators consider whether to open a formal investigation. French cloud computing services provider and complainant OVHcloud is also waiting for a more concrete proposal from Microsoft, a person with direct knowledge of the matter said.

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How ChatGPT's chat and voice feature will come to GitHub

Microsoft has extended the integration of OpenAI's GPT-4 technology beyond Bing, Edge, and Office, adding it to GitHub's AI code assistant, "Copilot." This new version of Copilot, dubbed "Copilot X," aims to go beyond code auto-completion by leveraging the capabilities of GPT-4.

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Chinese search giant Baidu invests in RISC-V chip technology startup StarFive

Shanghai-based RISC-V chip technology company StarFive said on Thursday that it has received a strategic investment from Chinese search giant Baidu Inc. The company added that to date it has raised 1 billion yuan ($146.46 million) in financing, calling that a first for the domestic RISC-V sector. The investment reflects a growing trend among Chinese tech giants to pour resources into RISC-V, an open-source technology that some analysts say is less susceptible to sanctions, as Beijing works to fend off mounting export controls from Washington.

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Potential TikTok ban sends advertisers scrambling

When TikTok's Chief Executive Officer Shou Zi Chew testifies before Congress for the first time on Thursday, advertisers will be closely watching his appearance for news as well as the reaction of lawmakers, several ad agencies told Reuters.

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VinFast rolls out long-awaited electric SUVs, eyes overseas deliveries

Vietnamese carmaker VinFast said on Thursday it will begin delivering its new electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs) to local customers this week and targets overseas deliveries in the coming months. VinFast, which began operations in 2019, is gearing up to expand in the United States, where it hopes to compete with legacy automakers with its two electric SUV models.

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How ChatGPT has helped Microsoft to take on Google

The integration of OpenAI's technology into Microsoft-owned Bing has driven people to the little-used search engine and helped it compete better with market leader Google in page visits growth, according to data from analytics firm Similarweb.

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US SEC threatens to sue Coinbase over some crypto products

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has threatened to sue Coinbase Global Inc over some of the crypto exchange's products, turning up the heat on the largely unregulated sector. Shares of Coinbase dropped nearly 13% to $67.33 in extended trading after the company said on Wednesday that the regulator had issued it a Wells notice - a formal declaration that SEC staff intend to recommend an enforcement action.

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This is how Pixel 8 Pro may improve Night Sight

Google’s Pixel 7 already packs some nifty camera tricks, including an improved Night Sight. But, Google’s next, especially the Pixel 8 Pro, could one-up the Night Sight with one trick that Pixel already has up its sleeve.

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German group sues Facebook owner Meta over death threats

A prominent German environmental group said that it's suing Facebook's parent company Meta over persistent death threats posted on the social network against its staff.

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As AI booms, EU lawmakers wrangle over new rules

Rapid technological advances such as the ChatGPT generative artificial intelligence (AI) app are complicating efforts by European Union lawmakers to agree on landmark AI laws, sources with direct knowledge of the matter have told Reuters.

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Chip plants in China won't be forced to shut if firms receive US funding, says South Korea

South Korea's trade ministry said on Wednesday that the United States' proposed rules to prevent $52 billion in chip funding from being used by "countries of concern" will not force recipients to shut down their China factories.

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Pokemon GO: Here’s how you can invite more than 5 friends to a raid

Popular AR mobile game Pokemon GO has received a new update with bug fixes, improvements and new events like Carnival of Colors and Let’s GO. One notable feature of the update is the ability to invite more than five friends to a raid on both Android and IOS devices.

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Microsoft wins dismissal of gamers' suit over $69 billion Activision deal

Microsoft Corp on Monday won dismissal of a private consumer antitrust lawsuit over its $69 billion proposed purchase of "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard Inc, but the plaintiffs were given 20 days to refine their legal challenge. A federal judge in San Francisco ruled that the lawsuit from a group of video game plaintiffs "lacks allegations" supporting their claim that the proposed acquisition would harm market competition.

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iQoo Z7 5G vs iQoo Z6 5G: What customers will get by paying Rs 4,500 more

iQoo Z7 starts at Rs 18,999 which makes it Rs 4,500 more expensive than its predecessor, iQoo Z6 5G. Here’s a specs comparison of the two phones that will help users to decide where to spend their money. This comparison is also expected to help existing iQoo Z6 users to decide if they want to upgrade to the latest model.

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Two of Uranus' Moons may have active oceans: NASA study

One or two of Uranus' 27 moons -- Ariel and/or Miranda -- likely have oceans beneath their icy surfaces and are actively spewing material into the space environment, according to a study by NASA.

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When ChatGPT failed one of the India's biggest competitive test

OpenAI's chatbot ChatGPT has reportedly failed one of India's biggest competitive exams, the Indian Civil Services Examination. According to a report, ChatGPT failed to clear the examination with questions ranging from topics such as Geography, Economy, History, Ecology, General Science and current affairs. Bengaluru-based Analytics India Magazine, subjected it to clear the examination with questions ranging from topics such as Geography, Economy, History, Ecology, General Science and current affairs.

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NCLAT concludes hearing, reserves judgment over Google's plea against CCI

On October 20 last year, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) slapped a penalty of Rs 1,337.76 crore on Google for anti-competitive practices in relation to Android mobile devices.

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How iPhone 14 Plus is selling 'better' than iPhone 13 mini

The iPhone 14 lineup was released in September 2022 and includes four smartphones - the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. The only difference between the models in the lineup is the design and branding of the mini model - the iPhone 13 series included an iPhone 13 mini model which was replaced by the iPhone 14 Plus in the latest lineup.

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Microsoft's EU remedies target only cloud streaming rivals, sources says

Microsoft Corp's remedies to address European Union antitrust concerns over its $69 billion acquisition of Activision focus only on cloud gaming services, with no mention of rival Sony, people familiar with the matter said on Monday. The U.S. software giant has been trying to allay the Commission's concerns that the deal may reduce competition for console and personal computers, PC operating systems and cloud game streaming services.

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How to delete Google Maps location history

Google Maps location history is a feature that many users are likely familiar with. This allows people to view where they have been and access their past locations, including restaurants or other places visited in the real world or online via Google Maps. People can also use this data to compare locations over time and see patterns of movement throughout a certain region.

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Mercedes set to invest billions in e-vehicles plants

Mercedes will invest billions of dollars to modernise its plants in China, Germany and Hungary over the coming years, magazine Automobilwoche reported, as the carmaker prepares to switch to electric vehicles and cut emissions. The European Union has set a goal to halve CO2 emissions per passenger car over their life cycle by the end of this decade compared to 2020 and is seeking agreement on a 2035 deadline to end the sale of fossil fuel cars.

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WhatsApp rolling out new updates for 'communities' on iOS, Android

To make it more user-friendly, Meta-owned WhatsApp has rolled out new updates to the community feature by introducing some changes to the interface of the "announcement group" for users on iOS and Android. According to WABetaInfo, the company has renamed the announcement group to "Home" on WhatsApp beta for Android, and its new name is "Updates" on WhatsApp beta for iOS.

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US school sues YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat for 'monetising misery'

A US-based school has filed a lawsuit against YouTube, TikTok and Snapchat, alleging they are purposefully designed to be addictive, having "carefully cultivated" a mental health crisis among students. In the lawsuit, the San Mateo County School Superintendent and School Board also claim that the tech companies engaged in activities such as negligence, racketeering, public nuisance, and unfair competition law violations, reports Fox News.

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Microsoft may add Crypto Wallet feature to Edge

Microsoft is reportedly working on integrating a Crypto Wallet feature into its Edge browser, which will allow users to store, send, and receive crypto funds, as well as store NFTs. Microsoft is reportedly working on integrating a Crypto Wallet feature into its Edge browser, which will allow users to store, send, and receive crypto funds, as well as store NFTs.

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Learning social skills next target for AI: Study

Siri and Google Assistant may be able to schedule meetings on request, but so far they don't have the social understanding to independently prioritise the appointments. According to researchers based in China, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is smart, but it is stunted by a lack of social skills. "Artificial intelligence has changed our society and our daily life," first author Lifeng Fan, from Beijing Institute for General Artificial Intelligence (BIGAI) said.

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UK scientists develop 'cosmic concrete' to build houses on Mars

A team of scientists in the UK has created a new material, dubbed 'StarCrete' which is made from extra-terrestrial dust, potato starch, and a pinch of salt and could be used to build houses on Martian surface. Building infrastructure in space is currently prohibitively expensive and difficult to achieve. But, StarCrete offers one possible solution, according to the team at the University of Manchester.

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YouTube Music will now auto-download recently played songs on Android

YouTube Music has got a new feature that will enable users to automatically download recently played songs they played. The feature, which is available on Android, is enabled by default. The feature was spotted by 9to5Google, and a few TOI-Gadgets now team members are able to see it under Settings > Downloads and storage menu. The feature is available for those with a Premium subscription.

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Moto Tab G70 receives a price cut in India

Motorola launched the Moto Tab G70 in India in January 2022 at Rs 21,999. The Android tablet has now received a price cut of Rs 2,000 and is now available at Rs 19,999. Customers can purchase the Moto Tab G70 from the company website in Modernist Teal colour option.

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Here’s what ChatGPT-maker OpenAI’s CEO has to say on ‘dangers of AI’

ChatGPT, a US-based artificial intelligence company, has seen several upgrades since its launch. The AI capabilities of underlying technology has become so sophisticated that people started raising questions whether AI can replace jobs and be used in spreading misinformation. Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has now opened up saying he was "a little bit scared" of his company's invention but is positive about the good it can do.

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Another country bans TikTok on Government devices

New Zealand said on Friday it would ban TikTok on devices with access to the country's parliamentary network due to cybersecurity concerns, becoming the latest nation to limit the use of the video-sharing app on government-related devices.

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Oppo Find N2 Flip now available on Vijay Sale: Price, offers and more

Oppo recently launched its first foldable smartphone -- Oppo Find N2 Flip. The foldable smartphone of the company is now up for sale. Now the popular retailer Vijay Sales has announced that the customers can purchase the Oppo Find N2 Flip from the Vijay Sales stores in the country. The retailer has also announced some offers for the buyers of Oppo Find N2 Flip.

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Meta launches subscription service in US

After a $44 billion buyout by Musk last year, Twitter had rolled out its Blue subscription service which lets people pay for the blue check mark previously limited to verified accounts of politicians, journalists and other public figures.

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Google may bring this photos-related feature to videos on Pixel 8

Google Pixel 8 rumours have started to pour in. If latest reports are to be believed, Google may be bringing new, AI-powered camera features alongside the new camera design. These new features are reported to come for videos – a department where Pixel smartphones have struggled in the past.

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Cybercriminals use 3 new novel tactics in phishing in January: Report

A ban on certain components by Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE could have a significant impact on Germany's mobile network if they have to be replaced on a larger scale, according to a German economy ministry letter seen by Reuters. The German government is currently carrying out a review of telecom tech suppliers which it says is not directed at specific manufacturers.

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US FTC asks for info on misleading ads from social media, video streaming firms

With social media fraud on the rise, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued directives to eight social media and video streaming platforms, requesting information on how these companies investigate and limit paid commercial advertising that is deceptive or exposes consumers to fraudulent health-care products, financial scams, counterfeit and fake goods, or other fraud.

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How to subscribe to ChatGPT Plus

ChatGPT Plus, a subscription service for accessing OpenAI's text-generating AI, has now become available in India. This service includes the latest and improved AI model, GPT-4, which OpenAI launched earlier this week. By subscribing to ChatGPT Plus, customers can enjoy early access to new features, including GPT-4.

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Santander's Mexico arm to launch digital bank by March 2024

The Mexican arm of Spain's Banco Santander plans to launch digital lender Openbank by the end of March 2024 to offer checking accounts, credit cards and other services over time, the head of the local unit said on Thursday. "We need to 'tropicalize' it and make it fit for the Mexican market and regulation," Santander's Mexico country head Felipe Garcia told Reuters in an interview, adding that because the digital bank already operates in Argentina and some European countries the operation will not be starting from scratch.

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US FTC asks social media, video streaming firms info on misleading ads

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on Thursday issued orders to eight social media and video streaming firms including Meta Platforms Inc, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube seeking information on how the platforms screen for misleading advertisements. Snap, Amazon.com Inc-owned Twitch, Pinterest and Instagram are the other companies which are all required to provide information such as ad revenue and number of views including those in categories of products and services more prone to deception.

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How to change the default search engine in Safari on iPhone, iPad, and MacBook

Safari, the default web browser on Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad, and MacBook, comes with Google Search set as the default search engine. However, you can also switch to other search alternatives, including Yahoo, Bing, DuckDuckGo, and Ecosia.

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How to post a live photo on Instagram

Live photos on Instagram refer to a feature that allows users to share photos that have been captured using the "Live Photo" mode on their iPhone. When a Live Photo is posted on Instagram, it appears as a still image, but when users press and hold the photo, it comes to life and plays a short video clip of the moments before and after the photo was taken.

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Minecraft now available on Chromebook: All you need to know

An Early Access version of Minecraft is now available for Chromebooks, as announced by Microsoft. The game will come with features such as cross-device play with friends, access to Minecraft Marketplace, and the ability to play on Realms. Here’s everything you need to know about Minecraft on Chromebooks.

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Chandrayaan-3 passes ISRO's vibration tests

Indian space agency said it had successfully completed the tests to check Chandrayaan-3 -- moon spacecraft -- to withstand the harsh vibration and acoustic environment that the spacecraft would face during its launch.

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AI comes for the DJ: London partygoers rave to robot beats

In front of an empty DJ booth at an East London nightclub, partygoers danced to AI-generated beats in a unique experimental rave that sought to test whether an app can match the vibe of real-life records and a mixer. Artificial intelligence has been touted as a great disruptor in recent months. ChatGPT, a text-based chatbot developed by OpenAI that can draft prose, poetry or even computer code on command, has gained widespread attention in Silicon Valley, spurring investors to pour money into AI-focused startups.

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Biden administration looks to free up wireless spectrum for advance technology needs

The Biden administration on Wednesday is launching an effort to identify significant wireless spectrum that can be repurposed for advanced technology needs and soaring U.S. wireless demand. The Commerce Department's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is developing a National Spectrum Strategy with a goal to identify at least 1,500 megahertz of spectrum to study for potential new uses.

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Redmi Smart Fire TV 32 vs Redmi Smart TV 32: How the top 32-inch TVs from Xiaomi compares

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How to restore deleted text messages on iPhone and iPad

iOS 16 and iPadOS 16.1 bring several new features, including redesigned lock screens with widgets, the ability to edit and delete messages, and the ability to retrieve deleted text messages or "conversations" on the Messages app for Apple devices.

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Instagram is testing a new feature that will enable users to quickly access the Reels they have recently shared. This feature will make it easier for users to reshare a Reel that they have liked to another user later on.

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The government on Wednesday said there are no plans for security testing for smartphones or crackdown on pre-installed applications, as the sole emphasis is on ease of doing business and boost local electronics manufacturing.

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How one of the biggest worry of laid off H-1B workers may be over

A presidential advisory sub-committee has recommended the federal government to extend the grace period for H1-B workers, who have lost their jobs, from the existing 60 days to 180 days so that the workers have enough opportunities to find a new job or other alternatives. "The immigration subcommittee recommends the Department of Homeland Security and the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to extend the grace period for H1-B workers, who have lost their jobs, from 60 days to 180 days," Ajay Jain Bhutoria, member of the President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, said on Tuesday.

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How Silicon Valley Bank's collapse ripped through global tech

While the global effects of Silicon Valley Bank's collapse are just emerging, one thing is clear: tech startups, no matter how far apart, are intertwined. Many depend on a single mid-sized bank for their day-to-day operations.

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How to create AI-image using Bing

After adding a new Chat feature and AI-capabilities to Bing search, Microsoft recently added an AI-image generator in the Image search section of its search engine. The new AI-image creator in Bing generates images based on users' query and requirements.

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Qualcomm spars with EU antitrust regulators over Huawei, ZTE rebates

Qualcomm on Tuesday criticised European Union antitrust regulators over their definition of rebates given to Chinese phone makers Huawei and ZTE in the second day of a court hearing aimed at overturning a 242-million-euro ($259 million) fine. The U.S. chipmaker is pleading its case in the General Court, Europe's second-highest, after winning its fight to overturn a 997-million-euro EU antitrust fine in another case there last year.

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Google Meet video zoom-in issue: Here’s how you can fix it

Google Meet is a video conferencing platform that allows users to join or schedule meetings with others. Zoomed-in video frame issue is a problem that usually occurs when joining a meeting and makes your camera zoom in abruptly.

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Google’s March Pixel Feature Drop: 5G support in India, Improved Night Sight for Pixel 6 series, and more features come to Pixels

The long-awaited March Google Pixel Feature Drop is now available, offering new features that Pixel users can begin using, with some features extending to older Pixel devices. The latest Feature Drop for Pixel phones and Pixel Watch brings improvements to the camera, and new safety and wellness features, with loads of bug fixes and enhancements.

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Etsy, other e-commerce companies feel squeeze of SVB collapse

Etsy on Monday resumed payments to merchants with Silicon Valley Bank accounts after the e-commerce platform paused their payouts over the weekend following the U.S. government shutdown of the bank last week. Approximately 0.5% of Etsy's active sellers -or around 2,700 merchants- had their payments delayed on Friday related to SVB's collapse, according to Etsy.

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How to use Single note widget in Google Keep

Google has recently rolled out a fresh widget for its note-taking and list-making app called "Keep", which allows users to add a single interactive note to their home screen. The "Single note" lets you quickly mark off items from your to-do or grocery list directly from the home screen, making it more convenient. Here’s how you can use the widget on your Android smartphone.

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Third round of job cuts at Microsoft: These are the divisions affected

Microsoft recently witnessed a third round of job cuts. These job cuts are part of the 10,000 layoffs that the company announced in January this year. The latest round of job cuts reportedly impacted employees in roles related to supply chain, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT). According to a report in CRN, quoting Microsoft spokesperson, the job cuts were across various levels, functions, teams and geographies.

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How to translate text within images using Google Translate

Google Translate is a translation tool that is available on Android, iOS, and the web. It has a new feature that allows you to translate the text inside images using colour blocks.

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How to add and turn on closed captions in PowerPoint

Whether you’re struggling to hear the audio, joining from a noisy environment or facing language barriers, you can now easily turn on closed captions in PowerPoint. The feature will enable you to reach a wider audience and will also help you to level up your meeting game.

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Electric car batteries perform better with polymer coating: Research

A conductive polymer covering known as HOS-PFM, developed by Berkeley Lab researchers, may enable more potent, long-lasting lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. "The advance opens up a new approach to developing EV batteries that are more affordable and easy to manufacture," said Gao Liu, a senior scientist in Berkeley Lab's Energy Technologies Area.

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India tech minister plans to meet startups on SVB fallout

India's state minister for technology said on Sunday he will meet start-ups this week to assess the impact on them of Silicon Valley Bank's collapse, as concerns rise about the fallout for the Indian start-up sector. California banking regulators shut down Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) on Friday after a run on the lender, which had $209 billion in assets at the end of 2022, with depositors pulling out as much as $42 billion on a single day, rendering it insolvent.

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WhatsApp Payments is a built-in payment option on the messaging app that lets you send and receive money into your bank accounts. You can also view your bank account balance and payment history on the app.

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How to get the new Apple Music Classical app as soon as it is available

Apple has announced Apple Music Classical, a dedicated classical-focused music app. The app will offer hundreds of curated playlists, exclusive albums, and more. The app is set to release on March 28 and it will be available to download via Apple App Store.

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OpenAI to enable more customisations for enterprise and individual users

OpenAI, the creator of the buzzy chatbot ChatGPT, will release tools to give users more control over the generative AI system, while improving the models for both general and specific use cases, its CEO Sam Altman said Thursday. Speaking to investors at a Morgan Stanley conference, Altman said the AI company will focus on building a platform that sells APIs to others and creates killer apps like ChatGPT.

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Apple Airpods are the perfect companion for anyone looking to stay connected while on-the-go. They provide an effortless way to listen to music, make phone calls, and even access Siri. With their sleek design and superior sound quality, Apple Airpods are the ultimate wireless earbuds for any lifestyle. Plus, they come with a charging case that makes it easy to keep them powered up when you’re not using them. With Apple Airpods, you can enjoy your favorite tunes without ever having to worry about tangled cords.

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Explained: How Microsoft can get Call of Duty: Warzone running on Nintendo Switch

Microsoft's acquisition of Activision has been under heavy scrutiny, and to please antitrust agencies, the Xbox maker signed a 10-year agreement with Nintendo to bring Call of Duty to Nintendo players "the same day as Xbox." But, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has concerns with the "technical limitations" of the Nintendo console.

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The India-US earth observation satellite NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) project has moved further ahead with the payload reaching Bengaluru from the US on Wednesday, the US Consulate General in Chennai said.

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Elon Musk apologises after mocking physically-challenged Twitter employee

Twitter CEO Elon Musk has apologisedAafter publicly mocking a physically-challenged employee who was unsure if he had been fired by the company.

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The iOS 16 update introduced support for the Dvorak keyboard layout, which is an alternative to the popularly used QWERTY layout. With this keyboard, the vowels are arranged adjacent to one another on the left and the consonants are distributed evenly across the left and right in the order of how frequently they occur in the English language.

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At its Stream On event, Spotify unveiled a major overhaul of its app. Ditching the good old home page, the app adopts a TikTok-inspired short-form video feed named "discovery" feeds. Other new features to come are a "Smart Shuffle" mode for playlist suggestions, an autoplay feature for podcasts, and more.

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Startup from ex-Apple team raises $100 million, works with OpenAI

Humane Inc, a startup founded by former Apple Inc employees, said on Wednesday it has raised $100 million and will release its first products this spring. The company, founded in 2018 by Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, has now raised $241 million but has yet to disclose what it is building, saying only that it is a "software platform and consumer device built from the ground up for artificial intelligence."

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White House backs Senate Bill to boost US ability to ban TikTok

The endorsement boosts efforts by a number of lawmakers to ban the popular app, which is owned by Chinese company ByteDance and used by more than 100 million Americans.

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TikTok unveils new European data security regime Project Clover

The European Parliament, European Commission and the EU Council recently banned TikTok from staff phones due to growing concerns about the company, which is owned by Chinese firm ByteDance.

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Twitter has been on a job cuts spree ever since Elon Musk acquired the company in October 2022. The layoffs at Twitter started almost on the day Musk joined Twitter full time. The first to go included almost the entire top brass of Twitter including CEO Parag Agarwal. Just a week later Twitter slashed its workforce by almost half. Post then, there have been several other rounds of layoffs at the microblogging platform. Twitter officially has never made a comment on the job cuts.

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When Delhi Police 'reacted' to Zomato's tweet

Food delivery app Zomato is quite active on social media platforms including microblogging platform Twitter. Zomato's handle often posts witty tweets on current or talked-about happenings. Delhi Police handle on Twitter too is quite active. Other than sharing important security and information related tweets, the Delhi Police's handle too posts witty and interesting tweets, including replies.

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Holi 2023: How to use Holi AR filters on Snapchat

As any festival approaches, the app provides some "special" AR lens filters to let users celebrate the occasion on the platform. Since Holi is here, Snapchat has introduced several Holi AR lens filters.

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'Hogwarts Legacy' release on PS4 and Xbox One has been delayed again, here’s why

Warner Bros. Games and Avalanche Software have announced that the new Harry Potter game, Hogwarts Legacy, will be released for PS4 and Xbox One on May 5, instead of the original release date of April 4. The developers say that they need more time to make the game "the best possible experience" on all platforms.

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NASA's Curiosity rover has captured first-ever "sun rays" on Mars, the US space agency said.

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How Google is planning to make Android, Play Store safer in 2023

Google is updating its policy to make Android a more private mobile ecosystem. Apart from this, Google Play’s Data safety section will also get improvements. The Data safety section will offer more transparency around how developers collect, share and protect user data. Moreover, the new section also promises to offer more clarity and control around deletion practices.

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WhatsApp is gradually rolling out various features and improvements for the app to enhance the user experience. It is also working on some features including status update reporting, private newsletter, edit messages on iPhone, and others. In the list of recently rolled out features, WhatsApp has also included a ‘Photo quality’ feature.

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Tesla could begin producing autos in Mexico next year: Mexican official

Tesla Inc could begin producing its first cars in Mexico next year, with the electric vehicle maker close to receiving its final permits allowing factory construction to begin in Nuevo Leon near the U.S.-Mexico border, the state's governor said on Monday. "They are waiting for the final permits ... once that's done, they can start, hopefully this very month, in March," Nuevo Leon Governor Samuel Garcia said in an interview.

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Google's Magic Eraser is an impressive feature that many smartphone users would love to have at their disposal. This feature allows users to remove any unwanted object or person from their photos instantly. This feature was initially exclusive to Google Pixel smartphones, but now it is available to users of other smartphones, either Android or iPhone, but for a fee.

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Tesla cuts U.S. Model S and Model X prices between 4% and 9%

Tesla Inc has cut prices on its two most expensive electric vehicles in the United States, according to the company's website, days after Chief Executive Elon Musk said recent price cuts on other models had stoked demand. The price cuts, Tesla's fifth adjustment since the start of the year, ranged from 4% on the performance version of the Model S to 9% on the more expensive Model X.

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SoftBank's Arm aims to raise at least $8 billion in US IPO

Arm Ltd, the British chip designer owned by Japan's SoftBank Group Corp, is likely to aim to raise at least $8 billion from what is expected to be a blockbuster U.S. stock market launch this year, people familiar with the matter said.

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iOS devices allow you to capture Live Photos, which are 1.5 seconds of video before and after you press the shutter. Live Photos are easy to capture as they involve the same process as taking any other type of photo.

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Joe Biden expected to tighten rules on US investment in China

The soon-to-be-issued executive order from president Joe Biden will limit American investment in advanced technologies that have national security applications — such as next-generation military capabilities that could help China improve the speed and accuracy of military decision making, according to the official, who was not authorized to comment and spoke on the condition of anonymity.

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Joe Biden expected to tighten rules on US investment in China

The soon-to-be-issued executive order from president Joe Biden will limit American investment in advanced technologies that have national security applications — such as next-generation military capabilities that could help China improve the speed and accuracy of military decision making, according to the official, who was not authorized to comment and spoke on the condition of anonymity.

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How to set screen time limits for your iPhone apps

Apple's Screen Time feature allows users to track the time they spend on their iPhone and iPad, as well as to set time limits for different apps. App Limits allows users to set time limits for different apps, as well as for the entire category of apps, such as gaming or social media.

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TikTok a potential target in upcoming US bill to ban some foreign tech: Senator

Two U.S. senators plan to introduce legislation this week aimed at letting the government "ban or prohibit" foreign technology products such as Chinese-owned TikTok, Senator Mark Warner said on Sunday. Warner, the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, said TikTok would be "one of the potentials" for review under the bill. The Democratic senator made the comments on Fox News Sunday. The bill comes at a time when TikTok is under intensifying pressure over concerns that data about U.S. users could end up in the hands of the Chinese government.

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Meta to modify its controversial cross-check programme on FB, Insta

Meta (formerly Facebook) has agreed to modify Facebook and Instagram's cross-check programme to make it more transparent through regular reporting. "This will result in substantial changes to how we operate this system in response to the feedback we've received from the board and other stakeholders we've engaged with over several years," said the social network.

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Google has recently rolled out the latest Android Auto Coolwalk update that finally brings a two-part interface to the car companion service. Additionally, it also improves the overall user experience. The good news is that there’s a way to customise the Android Auto a bit to further make things easily accessible while driving.

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ChatGPT fails one of India's biggest competitive exam

OpenAI's chatbot ChatGPT has reportedly failed one of India's biggest competitive exams, the Indian Civil Services Examination. According to a report, ChatGPT failed to clear the examination with questions ranging from topics such as Geography, Economy, History, Ecology, General Science and current affairs. Bengaluru-based Analytics India Magazine, subjected it to clear the examination with questions ranging from topics such as Geography, Economy, History, Ecology, General Science and current affairs.

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Microsoft tests new text commands for voice access in Windows 11: How they work

In Build 22624.1391, Microsoft has added new voice access commands to make text selection and editing easier. The new commands include Select a range of text, apply bold/underline/italicize formatting, remove all whitespaces, and delete all the text in a text box.

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Why TikTok is being banned for some government employees

The United States is ratcheting up national security concerns about TikTok, mandating that all federal employees delete the Chinese-owned social media app from government-issued mobile phones. Other Western governments are pursuing similar bans, citing espionage fears. So far, there is no evidence that TikTok has given user data to the Chinese government, but fears abound due to the app's vast amount of user data it collects.

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LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman leaves OpenAI's board, here's why

LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman is leaving OpenAI's board to avoid conflicts of interest as he backs more artificial intelligence companies.

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How Google aims to tackle hate speech, misinformation better

The review also said that to better tackle misinformation related to elections, the company should ensure that employees with language fluency are more involved in enforcement actions instead of relying on translation.

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How to drop a Pin in Google Maps on mobile

Knowing how to drop a pin in Google Maps can help you easily share your location with friends and family. With this simple guide, you will learn how to drop a pin on both mobile and desktop versions of Google Maps. Whether you are trying to find your way around a new city or just want to share your current location with someone, this guide will show you how to do it quickly and easily.

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How to change address on your PAN card using Aadhaar

Permanent Account Number (PAN) is an important identification document issued by the government. It is commonly used during official processes, such as filing taxes. To update your address on your PAN card, you can use Aadhaar, the unique identification number issued by the Indian government.

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Apple blocks update to email app with ChatGPT tech, here's why

Apple has reportedly delayed the approval of an update to an AI-powered email app, citing concerns that the app could generate inappropriate content for children. The company claims that BlueMail does not include content filtering and is not fit for children, and because the app could potentially generate adult content, it must use the 17+ age restriction. To gain Apple's approval, BlueMail may need to move its age restriction to 17 and older or include content filtering that Apple deems appropriate.

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Microsoft set to win EU nod on Activision with licensing offer, sources say

Microsoft Corp is expected to secure EU antitrust approval for its $69 billion acquisition of Activision with its offer of licensing deals to rivals, three people familiar with the matter said, helping it to clear a major hurdle. Microsoft announced the Activision bid in January last year, its biggest ever, to take on leaders Tencent and Sony, in the booming videogaming market and to venture in the metaverse which is virtual online worlds where people can work, play and socialise.

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Troubled coding platform WhiteHat Jr has reportedly seen an exodus of top HR executives in the past few days. The list includes director HR Business Partner (HRBP) and HR leader for international markets, Ashutosh Singh. According to a report in IANS, Singh's departure comes days after the exit of two other senior HR executives Gaurav Timble and Nimi Rastogi.

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How to translate a web page on Chrome

Translating web pages on your browser is a great way to quickly access information from other languages. It allows users to create localised versions of the website with accurate translations which can help them build better relationships with customers from different parts of the world. This makes it easy for anyone to access websites written in different languages without having to learn them first.

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Visa, Mastercard may turn back on crypto products as industry meltdown continues

Both Visa and Mastercard have decided to push back the launch of certain products and services related to crypto until market conditions and the regulatory environment improve, said the people, who asked not to be named as talks were confidential.

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Twitter back after outage, service disruption just days after 200 more job cuts

Most Twitter users reported issues with the Twitter app. As many as 59% complained of having issues with their tweets not loading properly. These users reported that the site’s timelines are inaccessible. The second big complaint from users came about Twitter's website. And third being that of 'server connection' failure. But overall, the problems didn't seem very widespread as most users were able to tweet.

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After the US, China is reportedly the second largest market for Tesla. The report also mentions that an 'expansive factory campus' of Tesla is also situated in Shanghai. Musk has not yet issued any statement regarding this issue. Beijing is also known for targeting companies that share ‘hostile’ comments by imposing restrictions that cripple their business in the country.

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Tesla readies revamp of Model Y codenamed 'Juniper'

Tesla is readying a production revamp of its top-selling Model Y, according to three people with knowledge of the plan. The changes to the Model Y - code-named Project Juniper at Tesla - involve the exterior and interior of the crossover electric vehicle with a target of starting production in 2024, according to two of the people, who asked not to be identified because the planning remains private.

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Tesla readies revamp of Model Y codenamed 'Juniper' - sources

Tesla is readying a production revamp of its top-selling Model Y, according to three people with knowledge of the plan.

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How to lock Chrome Incognito tabs with face ID on iOS

Google Chrome is a web browser that is used on Android devices and iPhones and iPads. It has a unique feature that allows you to password protect the tabs in the browser. This feature is useful if you want to keep your browsing private.

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