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You may now ask Google Bard questions about YouTube Videos

Google expanded the functionality of its AI Google Bard this week. The new feature improves the AI's understanding of YouTube videos. Basically, what it allows you to do know is to ask […]

Why did Jane Boutique shut down

The Black Friday for fashion sellers has come early

Jane Boutique shut down suddenly and its customers and sellers are seeking answers about why the popular online fashion retailer's site and social media accounts are gone. Jane Boutique was known for […]

Google rolls out new Google Maps color scheme

If you use Google Maps, chance is that you have noticed that the service is using a new color scheme. The change is still rolling out to users on all device types […]

Sam Altman returns to OpenAI

OpenAI's CEO Deja vu

OpenAI has announced the return of Sam Altman as its Chief Executive Officer. This revelation comes on the heels of Altman's abrupt dismissal from the AI startup just a week ago, a […]

Atomic Stealer Malware is tricking Mac users with fake browser updates

Atomic Stealer Malware is tricking Mac users with fake browser updates

Atomic Stealer is a malware that has been plaguing Mac users for a while now. This time, attackers are tricking users in a more sophisticated manner, by pretending to offer browser updates. […]

Microsoft hires Sam Altman

Ex-OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Joins Microsoft

Microsoft has hired Sam Altman and Greg Brockman, the former CEO and co-founder of OpenAI, to help lead a new advanced AI research team. The move comes just days after Altman was […]

YouTube video loading delayed? Fix inside

Some visitors of YouTube noticed that the loading of videos would take a whole lot longer than usually. Affected users seem to use browsers that are not Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge. […]

google ai shopping

Google wants a slice of the AI holiday shopping pie, too

After Microsoft and Mozilla, Google also announced how generative AI can help shoppers find the perfect holiday gifts.  Some shoppers on Google may use AI to get gift ideas for the holiday […]

Nothing Chats app pulled from the Play Store due to privacy issues

Nothing Chats app pulled from the Play Store due to privacy issues

The Nothing Chats app has come under fire from security researchers for privacy risks. The app which promised iMessage compatibility for Android devices, is no longer available for download, just a day […]

Apple is working on a larger iPad Mini and MacBooks with OLED panels

Apple is working on a larger iPad Mini and MacBooks with OLED panels

Details about Apple's upcoming OLED iPad models have surfaced online. A report says that a larger iPad Mini is also in the works. Apple's OLED iPad roadmap leaked Apple was rumored to […]

YouTube Dream Track

YouTube embraces generative AI

YouTube is launching a new AI-powered music generator tool called Dream Track. The tool allows users to type in an idea and select a participating artist, then it produces an original song […]

Samsung data breach

Samsung data breach confirmed

Samsung Electronics is notifying some of its customers in the UK of a recent Samsung data breach that exposed their personal information to an unauthorized individual. The company says that the cyberattack […]

Apple to add support for RCS in iOS next year

Apple to add support for RCS in iOS next year

Apple has confirmed that it will add support for RCS (Rich Communication Services) in iOS next year. Yes, it is really happening. Apple is bringing RCS support to iOS In a statement […]

Microsoft Copilot Studio

Microsoft Copilot Studio delivers an all-in-one experience

At Microsoft Ignite 2023, the tech giant has unveiled a suite of innovative features across its Copilot product line, together with the Microsoft Copilot Studio, marking a significant step forward in the […]

Microsoft unveils Azure Cobalt 100 and Maia 100

Microsoft is starting to produce custom CPUs

Microsoft is finally making custom chips. The company announced today that it is developing two new chips: an AI accelerator called Azure Maia 100 and an Arm-based CPU called Azure Cobalt 100. […]

google titan security key

Google launches updated Titan Security Key with FIDO2 support

Google announced the official launch of its latest Titan Security Key devices in select regions this week. Main improvements include support for FIDO2, which allows users to add compatible non-Google accounts to […]

Microsoft Ignite 2023 announcements

Microsoft has ''ignited'' the fuse of development

Microsoft Ignite 2023, the annual tech conference that brings together developers, IT professionals, and business leaders, concluded its 2023 edition on a high note. Held in Seattle from November 14-17, the event […]

Microsoft Loop vs Notion

Microsoft Loop could be the Notion competitor we were asking for

Microsoft Loop has been officially launched, a productivity and collaboration app that bears a striking resemblance to the popular Notion platform. Microsoft Loop is built for the new way of work, which […]

Apple extends free Emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 users

Apple extends free Emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 users

Apple has announced that it has extended the free Emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 users. Existing users will be able to access the service for another year. Apple debuted […]

Nothing announces Nothing Chats app with iMessage compatibility

Nothing announces Nothing Chats app with iMessage compatibility

Nothing Tech has announced a new app called Nothing Chats. This will allow Nothing Phone users to chat with their iMessage friends. The Green Bubble vs Blue Bubble debate has been going […]

Amazon Games layoffs

Amazon Games is downsizing

In a recent memo to employees, Amazon Vice President of Games Christoph Hartmann announced significant changes to the company's gaming division, including the closure of its Crown channel on Twitch, the termination […]

You may now ask Copilot AI to be your personal shopping assistant

Microsoft announced the general rollout of Copilot in Microsoft Shopping on the Microsoft Edge blog today. While announced on the Edge blog, it is an AI-powered service that is available on the […]

Facebook is now showing subscribe or continue with ads prompts to EU users

If you are accessing Facebook from the European Union, Switzerland or the European Economic Area, you may see a prompt that asks you to make a choice. Want to subscribe or continue […]

Apple iOS 18 delayed

Apple to delay iOS 18, macOS 15, and watchOS 11 to focus on bug fixes

In a recent move that underscores its commitment to delivering a polished and stable software experience, Apple has temporarily halted the development of new features for its upcoming operating systems, including iOS […]

You may need to provide a reason now when quitting OneDrive

OneDrive is Microsoft's default cloud file hosting and syncing service. It is baked into Windows and enabled if a Microsoft account is used to sign-in. Since Microsoft is making it difficult to […]

Elon Musk brain implant Neuralink volunteer

Neuralink's human trials are accelerating

Elon Musk's ventures have consistently captured the world's attention, from revolutionizing electric vehicles with Tesla to propelling space exploration with SpaceX. Now, Musk's latest foray into the realm of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) […]

What caused Optus outage file your Optus compensation

Australia disconnected from the world

On October 4, 2023, Optus, one of Australia's largest telecommunications providers, experienced a widespread network outage that affected millions of customers across the country. The outage caused widespread disruption, affecting mobile phone […]

Microsoft deepfake combat

Microsoft says there is no room for deepfakes in 2024 elections

In the next 14 months, over two billion people worldwide will have the opportunity to vote in national elections. From India to the European Union, to the United Kingdom and the United […]

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Suspicious Microsoft Authenticator requests don't trigger notifications anymore

Microsoft Authenticator will suppress suspicious authentication prompts to protect users against social engineering attacks. Microsoft has now enabled the security feature, which it unveiled back in August 2023. Microsoft Authenticator is a […]

Epic Games vs Google antitrust lawsuit

Epic Games has all its cannons pointed at Google

In 2020, Epic Games filed a lawsuit against both Apple and Google. The lawsuit alleged that both companies were engaging in anti-competitive practices in their app marketplaces. One of the key issues […]

Apple iPhone battery lawsuit

Apple faces very serious accusations

Apple is facing a $2 billion lawsuit in London over allegations that it knowingly used defective batteries in certain iPhone models. The Apple iPhone battery lawsuit, which was filed by consumer champion […]

Apple posts record revenue from iPhone, Services, but iPad and Mac sales declined

Apple posts record revenue from iPhone, Services, but iPad and Mac sales declined

Apple has published its earnings for the fourth quarter of Fiscal 2023. The company posted a record revenue of $89.5 Million for the previous quarter. But, Apple's net sales only summed up […]

Google trashes its "DRM for the Web" API

In May 2023, privacy groups and developers were up in arms over Google's plan to integrate the Web Environment Integrity API into its Chrome web browser for the desktop and mobile devices. […]

Apple has plans to revolutionize health care with the Apple Watch

Apple has plans to revolutionize health care with the Apple Watch

Apple could be working on several enhancements for its wearables to revolutionize health care. A report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman and Drake Bennett goes into the details about the upcoming features in […]

Google One data breach checker dark web report

Is your data on the dark web? Let Google tell you

Your personal information is valuable to cybercriminals. They can use it to steal your identity, commit fraud, or even blackmail you. That's why it's important to take steps to protect your privacy […]

Google .ing domain

Google has added .ing to its professional domain service

Looking for a unique and memorable domain name that stands out from the crowd? Look no further than the new .ing domain extension! In a recent announcement, Google has introduced a new […]

Apple cyber attack alert system

Apple's cybersecurity notifications are on the rise

In recent years, there has been a growing number of state-sponsored attacks on iPhones. These attacks are typically carried out by well-funded and sophisticated adversaries who are targeting specific individuals or groups. […]

Apple Music Voice plan is being discontinued

Apple Music Voice plan is being discontinued

Apple has announced that it is discontinuing the Apple Music Voice plan. You know, the plan that only let you listen to music when you asked Siri to play some songs? That's […]

olive AI shutting down

Olive AI is shutting down some of its operations

Olive AI, once a beacon of success in the digital health sector, is shutting down, marking a significant pivot from its heyday during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the years 2020 and 2021, […]

YouTube confirms it has launched a global effort to crack down on ad blockers

YouTube confirms it has launched a global effort to crack down on ad blockers

YouTube has confirmed that it has taken efforts to crack down on ad blockers. The news comes via an official statement sent by a company spokesperson to The Verge. Last month, I […]