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Antivirus Company Shuts Down Subsidiary After Being Caught Harvesting Users Data
People download antivirus software mostly for one thing: To protect their precious computers from malware. Some of these antivirus softwares are free and others require a subscription to use the software. PCMag and Motherboard did a joint investigation where they found out that Avast’s division collected user data from its antivirus software. The division, Jumpshot, […]
Yet Another US Corporate Giant Appoints Indian Technocrat as CEO, Analyst Predicts Trend to Continue
New Delhi (Sputnik): Several Indian technocrats have been appointed by US-based multinational companies like Google, Mastercard, Microsoft and Adobe. Besides these American companies, several others like Goldman Sachs, Qualcomm, Uber, Boston Consulting Group and Jaguar have emerged as top recruiters for Indians graduating from its top institutes.
Five Of The Worst Ways People Have Tried To Fix Their Computers
Sometimes your computer breaks. It happens. You spill something, or drop something, or you try to boot up and nothing happens. Many of us resolve the issue with a liberal use of Google, and others take the failing device to a person trained to fix computers. And some people thoroughly screw up their device trying to...
The latest smart gadget scandal could teach us something about the next gen of gaming and beyond
Video games often lead in technology, but sometimes the industry follows leads set elsewhere. People call services like Xbox Game Pass a ‘Netflix of Games’, for instance, because while the delivery system and technology is entirely different, the end result is much the same: doing away with physical media or digital downloads for a simple, […]
Google's New 'Tangi' Service Can Help You Learn DIY Skills
Google’s newest service, Tangi, is a short-form video platform that can help you learn and share new creative skills. It’s currently available as a website and an iOS app—no, it’s not ready for Android yet, which is strange given that it’s Google’s service, but there you go....
Google Search now features an SOS alert for the coronavirus outbreak
In partnership with WHO, Google on Thursday launched a new SOS alert on Search to help users find accurate information about the coronavirus.
Billie Eilish malware attacks 15 000 SA users
Cyber criminals are exploiting Grammy Awards to spread malware hidden in music tracks or video clips, says Kaspersky.
IT Varsity snaps up local language apps provider
The Durban-based edtech company becomes the new custodian of Xander Apps, a provider of home language early childhood development apps.
Amazon sees sales hit €79.2bn as Prime memberships rise
The online retailer Amazon has reported a 21% increase in sales for the fourth quarter of last ye...
WhatsApp payments to be launched in several countries in next 6 months: Mark Zuckerberg
WhatsApp Pay started as a pilot programme in 2018 wherein a million Indian users participated. Overwhelmed by the response, Facebook is expanding the payments feature to more countries.
Lincoln will build their first electric vehicle with Rivian
Lincoln announces new pure-electric vehicle coming soon, to be developed with Rivian
Microsoft announces Xbox Bounty Program with bounty awards up to $20,000
Microsoft yesterday introduced the new Xbox Bounty Program. As part of this program, gamers, security researchers, and others can identify security vulnerabilities in the Xbox Live network and services and get bounty from the Xbox team. Depending on the severity and impact of the vulnerability and the quality of the submission, you can earn up …
Amazon blows past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations (AMZN)
Amazon shares soared as much as 11% in early Friday trading, driving the company's market valuation above $1 trillion for the first time since J...
SiteMinder-backed research reveals an increasingly tech-savvy independent hotelier on the rise
LONDON, UK – New research backed by SiteMinder reveals that today’s independent hoteliers have a greater awareness and appetite around technology when it comes to their marketing and distribution strategies. According to eHotelier’s Marketing & Distribution 2020 Journal, 68.4 percent of independent hotels already have a digital marketing strategy implemented for their business and a further 24.4 percent intend to implement their strategy over the coming year. Only 7.2 percent of independent hoteliers do not understand the relevance of a digital marketing
Huawei Malaysia’s first smartphone in 2020! | ICYMI #261
On today’s episode, we’ve got quite a few things to talk about. Huawei is set to launch is its first smartphone in Malaysia for 2020, while we’re also going to help you be the first to know about the Samsung Galaxy S20 launch. And the Wuhan coronavirus has taken down Google’s offices. Meanwhile, if you’re interested to find out about Huawei Malaysia’s first smartphone of 2020, we’re going to talk about the Huawei Nova 7i.
Samsung Won’t Be Using Its Custom Exynos 990 for the Galaxy S20 Series in Its Home Market
Even if Samsung’s home market, where Exynos SoCs were used, the upcoming Galaxy S20 is expected to with Snapdragon 865
Pakistan may be the next big Asian market for tech startups: report
A McKinsey & Co's report cited by DW listed Pakistan amongst the fastest-growing economies
Woman sees grandfather on Google Maps Street View years after he died
A woman from Charlotte, North Carolina, discovered an image of her grandfather using Google Maps’ Street View feature
GoDaddy buys local social content start-up
The world’s biggest Web host by market share purchases Cape Town-based Over, a social content start-up company.
Ginni Rometty to step down as IBM chief executive
Tech giant has struggled to grow as it moves into new fields like cloud computing and artificial intelligence
Ryanair signs Rentalcars.com to drive unrivalled car rental experience
Ryanair has partnered with to offer its travellers the best rates on the world’s largest choice of car rental inventory. By integrating Rentalcars.com’s platform across its Group Airlines, Ryanair is using the most innovative technology in the industry to create a market-leading and frictionless user experience that will deliver more car rental bookings than ever before. As a result of its improved customer journey across Web, Mobile and App platforms, Ryanair’s customers will not only be offered the widest choice of cars
Anti-Virus Companies Are Sticking With Windows 7 (For Now)
The vast majority of antivirus companies have confirmed that they will be continuing support on Windows 7 for the foreseeable future.
EU lawmakers vote in favor of common charger despite Apple’s plea
According to Apple, the move to adopt a universal charging standard for all phones will do more harm than good. EU lawmakers disagree.
Fife electric vehicle users will have to pay to use public charging points from April
Drivers of electric vehicles in Fife will soon have to pay to top up at public charging points.
Western Digital BiCS5 3D NAND Technology
Western Digital announced that that it has successfully developed its fifth-generation 3D NAND technology, BiCS5, continuing the company's leadership in delivering the industry's most advanced flash...
Facebook to remove coronavirus misinformation after WHO declares global emergency
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Facebook Inc said on Thursday it will take down misinformation about China’s fast-spreading coronavirus in a rare departure from its approach to health content, after the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a global health emergency.
Podcast: Why Clearview AI's facial recognition is a privacy nightmare
On the latest Engadget Podcast, we chat about how an unknown startup's facial recognition tech may have killed privacy for good.
Vedanta implements resolution plan to bag Ferro Alloys via NCLT route
Company's foray into ferro alloy business to strengthen its steel business portfolio
Man lampooned for begging to be introduced to 14-year-old girl
A Nigerian Twitter user has been accused of being a paedophile after allegedly seeking to be introduced to a 14-year-old student. Several internet users blasted the man.
Watch the first episode of Star Trek Picard for free, here
The first episode of Star Trek Picard has been posted on YouTube by CBS All Access to watch for free. The only catch? It's only available to American viewers, so you'll need a VPN if you're, say, in Australia.
Amazon’s latest milestone: 150 million Prime members
Amazon said part of the reason for the jump in Prime members is its promise to deliver more of its goods in one day instead of the two.
Carnoustie residents demand renewables giant moves controversial cable landing site
Carnoustie community leaders have moved to protect local tourism from “huge disruption” caused by controversial plans to bury an electricity cable next to their world-famous golf course.
Samsung patents a futuristic Galaxy smartphone with 3 Displays and a Round Notch
A new Samsung patent has surfaced which showcases a unique and futuristic design. The patents revealed a Galaxy smartphone with a round edge/notch and comprise of three separate displays. Looking at the images provided, the Samsung smartphone is made of two round sub-displays that are placed at the bottom and at the top of the …
Did Apple Spend Billions on Improving Version of Maps?
Apple is always one of the forward thinkers and now chooses to invest a chunk of their profit in improving maps to make it one of the more used navigation apps out there.
Samsung Galaxy S20 pre-registrations open ahead of official announcement
Samsung has opened pre-registrations for the Galaxy S20 series ahead of its official announcement next month. This is different from a pre-order as Samsung will only inform you about its availability.
Google issues coronavirus ‘SOS Alert’ in Search, here’s what that means
When you search for coronavirus on Google, you will get quick access to safety tips, info, resources & Twitter updates from WHO.
Angus caravan park lodges lawful use bid for 220 units in latest stage of site saga
Angus caravan park operators have lodged a bid for year-round occupation of hundreds of units there in a move amined at bringing to an end a lengthy legal saga at the popular site.
Huawei overtakes Apple to get 2nd place in CY 2019
Despite the challenges that they are facing, Huawei still seems to be doing well in terms of smartphone shipment and in 2019, they have slightly overtaken Apple to become the 2nd top brand. This is…
Link to buy Pepper European Servicing unit for up to €200m
Pepper Ireland unit manages €18bn of assets, including 60,000 residential mortgages
Your Phone app’s navigation bar will now display your smartphone’s wallpaper
Microsoft’s Your Phone is a great app that makes it easier for you to access your smartphone’s messages and photos from Windows 10 PC. Now, Microsoft is working towards making the Your Phone app look more like your smartphone. And it seems Microsoft wants to first start with the navigation menu of the app. The …
Coronavirus: Amazon, Microsoft Employ Thousands of China-Born Employees
The huge population of China-born professionals in the United State is prompting many companies to ask them not to travel to China.
Review: Pioneer's AVIC-W8500NEX System Upgrades Your Car With Wireless CarPlay and More
Pioneer has long been one of the biggest names in aftermarket car audio, and the company's lineup of NEX receivers offers a terrific option for...
Best Windows 10 apps this week
Three-hundred-and-seventy-one in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Microsoft Store in the past seven days.
Apple is a top three PC vendor for enterprise, report claims
When it comes to corporate notebook purchasing, Macs are just as likely a choice as HP, with Dell still ahead, according to Changewave.
Ola, another SoftBank-backed cab startup, will launch in London just as Uber faces being booted from the city
London is getting yet another cab-hailing app.
Galaxy S20 family pass GeekBench with Snapdragon 865 and 12GB RAM
The Samsung Galaxy S20 trio passed through GeekBench 5.1 benchmark with Snapdragon 865 SoC, 12GB of RAM and Android 10 in tow.
Microsoft to shut down Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps
Microsoft will shut down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps this June. As a result, developers have to look at different sources of income and other ways to monetize their apps.
Viral Irish border Twitter account faces its own exit on Brexit Day
Satirical account @BorderIrish said it will tweet for the last time on Friday after becoming a sensation.
CERN: We're ditching Facebook Workplace. Here's why
CERN is to demand that Facebook removes all its content from Workplace by January 31.
Apple’s next iPhone will have a Touch ID button − on its side
Apple’s next iPhone will have something no other iPhone has had before − drum roll, please − a side-mounted Touch ID button.
The PS5 desperately needs digital game gifting when it launches
Xbox already has digital game gifting, but Sony has no form of it to speak of. In fact, Sony made it harder to gift digital games by removing full game codes off of storefronts other than the PlayStation Store. The PS5 should launch with digital game gifting.
Amazon Makes Fresh Pitch to Continue Improving Customer, Seller Experience
Since its arrival in India in 2013, Amazon has created over 700,000 direct and indirect jobs and announced plans to create additional one million jobs in India by 2025.
MWC 2020: Nokia Starts Sending Out Invites For February 23 Launch Event
HMD Global, the company that owns the license to use the Nokia brand name for smartphones, has started sending out invitations for their launch event scheduled to be held later next month. According ...
Hyperledger Foundation Introduces Second Software Release of its Open-Source DLT Platform, Hyperledger Fabric
The Hyperledger Foundation has introduced the second software release of its open-source distributed ledger technology (DLT) platform, known as Hyperledger Fabr
Domino's wants software development classed as a manufacturing industry
Warns Australian tech job market is getting dysfunctional, again.
Unilever considers selling tea brands as UK hot tea sales are on a downward trend
Following on from the recent news (30th Jan 2020) of Unilever looking to sell their PG Tips and Lipton brands, Arian Bassari, Consumer Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data analytics company, offers his view on these developments.
Amazon shares surge on strong earnings update
Amazon shares shot higher Thursday after the internet colossus released quarterly earnings figures for the holiday quarter that trounced market expectations.
How to control and play music on iPhone from your Apple Watch
Leave your iPhone on the table or in your bag. Here’s how to control music on iPhone from Apple Watch so you can play, pause, or shuffle it, and more.
Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts’ earnings expectations
Amazon shares tore as much as 11% higher in early Friday trading, pushing the company’s market valuation above $1 trillion for the first time since July.
Apple Wants to Standardize SMS One -Time Passcodes Format for Enhanced Security
Apple's WebKit engineers have proposed a new standardized SMS One-Time Passcodes for enhanced security through two methods.
iPhone 11 Randomly Disconnects From LTE in Dual SIM Mode, Are You Affected Too?
Whether it's an iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro or iPhone 11 Pro Max, the phone randomly disconnects from LTE and reconnects while using dual SIM.
Apple TV gains 11 new underwater screen savers for you to sit and stare at
Apple has somehow managed to turn screensavers into an art form. And now we have 11 more to enjoy.
Avast (and AVG) busted for selling personal data, kills responsible subsidiary
A company that millions trust to protect their PCs from external threats has just been busted selling their confidential data to advertisers
Purported Samsung Galaxy A41 Geekbench listing with Helio P65 and 4 GB RAM spotted
The purported Samsung Galaxy A41 with model number SM-A415F has appeared on Geekbench. The appearance of Samsung Galaxy A41 on the benchmarking platform today hints at Samsung’s plan of expanding its 2020 Galaxy A-series. Last year, Samsung’s Galaxy A-line was a huge success and the company would certainly want to cash on it with newer …
Researchers build a robot hand that cools itself with sweaty fingers
The sweaty fingers proved extremely effective, and could pave the way for self-sliming robot slugs in the future.
SAMA launches licenses for non-bank financial institutions
The SAMA has licensed the Saudi Digital Payments Company (STCPay) as an Electronic Wallet Company, and GEIDEA Technology Company as a payment services company following the success of the trial period in an experimental environment.
How to control and play music on iPhone from your Apple Watch
Leave your iPhone on the table or in your bag. Here’s how to control music on iPhone from Apple Watch so you can play, pause, or shuffle it, and more.
Inside the 'flying taxi' that could soon ferry passengers around London
This week, Vertical Aerospace showcased its flying taxi prototype in London’s Canary Wharf, and Mirror Online was given an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour
New smart motorways will not open until after safety review, Government confirms
A minister has branded them a "death-trap"
The Light From The Gods Still Shines Bright - Raytheon Company Delivers In Q4
Raytheon Company just posted its Q4 numbers. 2019 was a great year, with strong growth at every level. Backlog is growing faster than bookings, bookings faster than revenue - so revenue growth can ac
World governments 'moving fast' to overhaul taxes for tech giants
A consortium of 137 countries has agreed to revamp tax rules to close decades-old loopholes for multinational corporations. It's prompted by the rise of digital firms but Apple, for one, has been a vocal supporter of reform.
Here’s why Microsoft’s Xbox Project xCloud feels like the future of video games
Microsoft's Project xCloud is one of the coolest things I've experienced in the gaming space in several years.
Apple Chipmaker Says Supply Not Affected By Coronavirus
One of Apple's chipmakers, TMSC, insists it is business as usual despite the coronavirus disrupting supply chains.
Huawei may not return to Android ecosystem if forced to
Reports have been floating around that the U.S. government may eventually retract its ban on Huawei as relations with China continue to improve. But apparently, Huawei thinks it may not need Google…
Comment: An Apple wireless charger makes sense even if it isn’t AirPower
It was reported earlier this week that we might see an Apple wireless charger after all, despite the AirPower debacle. Some have suggested this isn't ...
Vrenetic will distribute its livestreaming apps in China
Vrenetic said that it will distribute its livestreaming apps in China as part of an effort to expand its market reach with new Chinese partners.
Foundation of welfare state laid: PM Imran
Premier launches Ehsaas Kafaalat Programme; every poor woman to get Rs2,000 monthly stipend, smart phone
Three new tech execs join WA's govt-wide digital office
Including the state’s first-ever digital chief.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9, Note 10 beat the Pixel to the February 2020 patch
The February 2020 security patch, as it is now rolling out for the Galaxy Note 9 and Note 10 right now — ahead of the Google Pixel.
Ford Stock Is a Neutral Play in 2020
The automaker has an opportunity for growth in China but it’s got to deliver in a market not favoring light vehicles.
Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations
Amazon shares tore as much as 11% higher in early Friday trading, pushing the company’s market valuation above $US1 trillion for the first time since July.
How to Measure Almost Anything Using Your Phone
Your phone can do it all. It’s a portable music player, diary, digital camera, communication device, calculator, and just about everything else. But you might not have considered that it can also replace your measuring tape. With the right sensors on board and the right apps installed, you can measure more data with your phone than you might think.
The Sims 'for a new generation' could have online play
'Social interaction and competition' will become part of The Sims in future.
CFTC Chairman: We Could See Ethereum Futures Launching Soon
Ethereum Futures might be the next significant product coming to the cryptocurrency scene, said the CFTC Charmain, Heath Tarbert. Furthermore, he
Samsung reveals the logo for the Galaxy Z Flip’s best feature
The defining feature of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, the successor of the Galaxy Fold, is its 6.7″ flexible Ultra-Thin Glass display. Samsung’s UTG is less than 100 micrometres thick, with a potential 30 µm display- equivalent to the thickness of human hair. The main difference between Galaxy Z Flip and the RAZR is that …
Avast CEO Says Company Will Shutter Data-Sucking Subsidiary, Apologises for the Data-Sucking
The “global leader” in cybersecurity – Avast – announced today it would be shutting down its analytics arm Jumpshot that was recently found harvesting the data of the hundreds of millions installing Avast’s free browser extension. Apparently, the optics of a company that prides itself on privacy-forward approaches and honouring user’s personal security exploiting users’ data for profit was just a bridge too far.
Can Arsenal's new signing Pablo Mari improve their shaky defence?
A quick review over Arsenal's transfer of Pablo Mari from Flamengo.
Ola, another SoftBank-backed cab startup, will launch in London just as Uber faces being booted from the city, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Ola is a rival to Uber, but shares the same big investor.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Apple TV+ to sign 'SNL' star Cecily Strong for musical comedy
The creators of "Despicable Me" are reportedly close to signing a deal with Apple TV+ to produce a musical comedy starring "Saturday Night Live" regular Cecily Strong.
SBI invests $20m in core banking-API integration firm OpenLegacy
Japan's SBI Holdings has invested $20 million in OpenLegacy Technologies, an American software firm that smooths API integration of core banking systems.
Facebook's iffy past practices with facial recognition just cost it $550 million
While governments worldwide are starting to add facial recognition software to public cameras, Facebook has settled its long-term legal dispute concerning
Foreign exchange reserves reach life-time high of $466.69 billion
In the previous week, the reserves had increased by USD 943 million to USD 462.16 billion
The F-35 Is Still Broken and the F-35A Can’t Shoot Straight
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Apple supplier LG Display posts fourth quarterly loss in a row
Loss smaller than expected.
What Are Open Innovation Companies Really Looking For?
A longterm relationship with product developers who take the time to understand their business.
The Galaxy S20 might be my next phone if Samsung can fix its cameras
The Galaxy S20 is shaping up to be one of the best phones on the market, but it's going to take a much-improved camera experience to convince me to switch.
Viral Irish border Twitter account faces its own exit on Brexit Day
Satirical account @BorderIrish said it will tweet for the last time on Friday after becoming a sensation.
How to Measure Almost Anything Using Your Phone
Your phone can do it all. It’s a portable music player, diary, digital camera, communication device, calculator, and just about everything else. But you might not have considered that it can also replace your measuring tape. With the right sensors on board and the right apps installed, you can measure more data with your phone than you might think.
Apple chipmaker TSMC says production has not been affected by coronavirus
Apple chipmaker TSMC says its production remains unnaffected by the coronavirus outbreak.
Amazon’s 2019 Transparency Report Shows Slight Decline in Government Requests
Amazon’s 2019 transparency report says it received 1,841 subpoenas, 440 search warrants, and 114 other requests in the second half of 2019.
Apple unveils revamped map app to challenge Google
Apple on Thursday said it has finished rolling out an overhauled map app in the US in another attempt to challenge Google's popular smartphone navigation software.
Electronics Deals – January 31, 2020: TP-Link, Wemo, Sony & More
Today only, in Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day, you're going to be able to save up to 40% on select smart home products. This includes smart routers,
Viral Irish border Twitter account faces its own exit on Brexit Day
Satirical account @BorderIrish said it will tweet for the last time on Friday after becoming a sensation.
Amazon sees face mask sales surge amid coronavirus fears
Packs of 50 disposable masks have been selling fast on the website.
Microsoft is offering up to $20,000 to researchers who find bugs in Xbox
Microsoft is handing out up to $20,000 to security researchers who can unearth vulnerabilities in Xbox.
Facebook fights spread of coronavirus misinformation
As misinformation about the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread, Facebook has announced several countermeasures. This is the new reality.
Apple's defense of iPhone Lightning fails: Standard charger law due by summer 2020
European lawmakers have ignored Apple's arguments against a common mobile charger.
Websites selling Primark online meaning you can avoid the queues
Despite there being no official online store there are online retailers selling its products
Why Telegram CEO feels using WhatsApp is dangerous
iPhone of Amazon's Bezos hacked last month .A senior Facebook official blamed the phone's security flaws
Lille-based Hootside raises €1.6 million to develop its AR video games app
French startup Hootside (previously Augmenteo), an augmented reality video game studio, has raised €1.6 million. The funds will be used to develop its AR games app, grow its team by 60%, acquire the rights to operate new popular franchises, and expand its presence in France and abroad.
'The First Thing That Comes Up On Google': The Nightmare Of Facebook Listing Your Butthole As A Place
Samantha Rae Anna Jespersen never expected to be asked for articles of incorporation for her butthole. But that’s the kind of cold-stupid question she would come to expect over the years in a nightmarish search for a human being in the gears and cogs of the Facebook Support apparatus....
IBM turns to technologist chief for cloud computing battle
Arvind Krishna has already pushed group to catch up with cloud computing leaders
Apple Maps overhauled but will be available to US users for now
The modern smartphone user has gotten so used to navigating around using a map software that it's not wrong to say some are hopeless without one. Recently, Apple saw fit to release a newly redesigned Maps software for all iOS users in the United States.
Staff share in €54m payout after US takeover of Decawave
Chipmaker gives new owner access to fast-growing market for Irish group’s technology
Electric scooters can help cities move beyond cars v pedestrians
New laws to legalise e-scooters should be about safety, not horsepower, says Alex Hern, UK technology editor for the Guardian
Microsoft is shutting down Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps
Microsoft has long been said to have written off their UWP app platform, with advocates often denying the obvious. Today’s news that Microsoft is shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for Windows UWP apps in 5 months may, however, convince more. On MSDN Microsoft announced that they are shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization …
New York pension fund to review investments in coal companies
The New York State Common Retirement Fund has announced its plan to review investments for 27 thermal coal mining companies.
EA made nearly a billion Dollars in the last quarter thanks to “Live Services”
Publisher Electronic Arts has reported on its quarterly earnings for the last three months of 2019, and they’ve made an awful lot of money on their “live services” which is a bit of a catchall-term…
Samsung Galaxy A51 review: Good performance, cameras
Samsung Galaxy A51 review: Samsung Galaxy A51 succeeds the Galaxy A50s, which is slightly cheaper at Rs 22,999, but the new phone has been upgraded in terms of display and cameras. So, how does the Galaxy A51 perform? Here is our review.
Mastercard Invests in AI-Based Startup Trust Stamp
Electronic payments giant Mastercard has made a strategic investment in Trust Stamp, an Artificial Intelligence-based authentication services company.
Coronavirus forcing Google, Apple to take precautionary measures
Silicon Valley is bracing for the coronavirus outbreak to impact its bottom line as Google closed its offices in China and Apple.
Jeff Bezos met FBI investigators in 2019 over alleged Saudi hack
Amazon founder interviewed as FBI conducts inquiry into Israeli firm linked to malware
Altria's Profit Just Got Vaporized
Controversy surrounding the e-cigarette industry is costing the tobacco giant billions of dollars.
Did Samsung just accidentally leak the official Galaxy S20 release date?
Samsung may have mistakenly revealed the release date for the Galaxy S20 series. By the looks of it, the phones will arrive on March 6.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Launch Date Set for March 6 (Possibly)
If you thought you knew everything there is to know about the upcoming Galaxy S20, you're not alone, but the release date was one titbit that eluded us. Not anymore apparently, thanks to Samsung itself.
Microsoft to block crapware downloads in its Edge browser
Annoying apps with ads, notification spam, or crypto miners are getting blocked
Moscow court case challenges city's facial recognition use after launch
MOSCOW (Reuters) - A court on Friday will hear a legal challenge to Moscow’s rollout of facial recognition technology over privacy fears, after the final piece of its video surveillance jigsaw fell into place with the awarding of a software contract last month.
Amazon wants Alexa to feel normal, Google wants its assistant to feel nostalgic
One wants to make you feel comfortable, the other wants to make you feel sad
Do you intend to buy iPhone 9 if all the rumors are true?
All signs are that it's coming. But will anyone buy it?
Download Gcam 7.3 APK mod for all Android devices
Google Camera App is popularly known for its overwhelming and mystical features. Pixel smartphones are blessed to have official support for the Google Camera App with features like Astrophotography mode and more. Google has recently pushed the Google Camera App v7.3 with several new features and enhancements. There are specific bug fixes that improve the …
GENOMICA is developing new Wuhan coronavirus diagnostic kit
GENOMICA, a wholly owned company of PharmaMar Group, is developing a kit to reliably detect and identify the new virus known as "Wuhan pneumonia" (coronavirus 2019-nCoV).
Volkswagen offers to buy all of Navistar for $2.9 bn
German auto giant Volkswagen said Thursday it wants to buy the part of American truck maker Navistar that it does not already own for $2.9 billion.
Coronavirus disruption could spread to Apple's Indian manufacturing base
A report has suggested that disruption to Apple's supply chain caused by the coronavirus outbreak could extend beyond China to Apple's India manufacturing base, in part due to its reliance on China for parts.
Nubia executive teases smartphone with 80W fast charging capabilities
Earlier today (31st January 2020), Ni Fei, the CEO and Co-Founder of Nubia, shared a post on Weibo, a Chinese microblogging website, to tease an upcoming 5G smartphone with an impressive 80W fast charging capabilities. In the Weibo post, Ni Fei shared an image as well which contained certain details and statistics regarding a smartphone …
Hangouts Meet will now allow you to use your phone for audio
While we’re still getting confused with the various iterations of Hangouts within G Suite and other Google apps, we might get a unified app that will bring everything under just one app. But that m…
Public Wi-Fi is a Lot Safer Than You Think
Jacob Hoffman-Andrews, writing for EFF: If you follow security on the Internet, you may have seen articles warning you to "beware of public Wi-Fi networks" in cafes, airports, hotels, and other public places. But now, due to the widespread deployment of HTTPS encryption on most popular websites, adv...
Facebook bans coronavirus fake news, false cures and conspiracy theories
Social network says people are sharing videos which claim drinking bleach will beat the feared disease.
BS6 Ford Endeavour 2.0-litre diesel, 10-speed auto launch soon
Ford India will announce prices for the BS6 Endeavour soon. Click to know about the new engine-gearbox combination that will launch soon.
Apple TV adds another eleven stunning underwater video screensavers
Earlier this week, Apple released eleven new underwater screensavers for the Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K. If you are using the Aerial screensaver, the Apple TV will automatically download them and appear in the rotation alongside the existing videos. The new videos were added sometime this week, around Monday or Tuesday. The new […]
Nubia's next flagship gaming phone will support 80W wired fast charging
In addition to a 144Hz display, Nubia's upcoming 5G gaming phone may allso support 80W fast charging.
Save a massive 97% on the Computer Science Bundle
The 11-part Complete Computer Science Bundle is worth over $1,000, but right now it’s on offer for just $39 from Tech Deals.
Do Not Put Ocean Power Technologies Stock in Your 401k
The Ocean Renewable Energy Action Coalition just launched. As a result, is Ocean Power Technologies and OPTT stock worth a look?
A future Apple Pencil could give your fingers haptic feedback − without ruining your work
Apple is looking at using equal forces that simultaneously push in opposite directions across the width of the stylus, without directly opposing each other.
Splitty Makes It Easier To Grab A Piece Of The Travel Industry
Online travel platform Splitty enables merchants to expand their offerings to a wider base, and allows consumers to find deals better suited to their needs.
Tesla Management Talks Cybertruck, Model Y, Coronavirus, and More
Don't miss these must-read quotes from the electric-car company's fourth-quarter earnings call.
TSMC says business as usual; Facebook acts on coronavirus hoaxes
Apple A-series chip supplier TSMC has said that production in its Chinese facilities remains on track despite the coronavirus outbreak impacting output ...
10 best smartwatches for iPhone users: Apple Watch alternatives
If you're an iPhone owner and you're hunting for a smartwatch the Apple Watch is naturally the perfect choice – but it costs a lot and the battery life is terrible. If that bothers you, there are plenty of alternatives. There's a whole host of iPhone-compatible smartwatches on the market with features that Apple's devices…
Microsoft will award up to $20K for finding vulnerabilities in Xbox Live
For those interested in becoming part of the Xbox Bounty Program, the company is offering monetary awards ranging between $500 to $20,000 for identifying security vulnerabilities in its Xbox Live service.
137 countries start work on tax rules for tech giants; Tim Cook backs approach
Officials from 137 governments have begun work on new international tax rules for tech giants. The new rules will be designed to ensure that tech ...
Star Wars Battlefront 2 New Video Showcases Impressive Ahsoka Tano Mod
A new Star Wars Battlefront 2 video that has been released online showcasing an impressive mod which will introduce Ahsoka Tano to the game
A New Lamb Of God Album Is “Coming Soon”
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Google opens its first Developers Space in Africa
Tech giant Google has officially opened the doors of its first Google Developer Space that would be set up in Africa. The tech hub was unveiled in Nigeria and is in line with the tech giant’s vision to grow Africa’s tech space. The company had made a commitment in 2017 to start the Launchpad Accelerator …
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Microsoft Finally Fixes Windows 10 1909 File Explorer Issues With KB4532695
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It Grows
Evil had a great holiday season: Amazon now has over 150 million Prime subscribers, the company announced in Q4 2019 numbers released on Thursday. The massive growth numbers sent the company’s market cap surging to over $1 trillion (£761 billion) and made CEO Jeff Bezos an estimated $13.2 billion (£9 billion) in a matter of minutes.
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Hands-on pictures of the rumored Motorola stylus phone have leaked, and it looks a startling amount like the Moto G8 Plus.
BOJ warns of cyber-attack vulnerability ahead of Olympic Games
The increasing threat of cyber-attacks has prodded the Bank of England
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AMD is set to officially launch its latest “Raise The Game” promotion offering games bundles with any qualifying graphics card.
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ABN Amro signs cloud and DevOps deals with Indian vendors Infosys and TCS
Infosys has signed a multi-year, multi-million euro contract with ABN Amro Bank to accelerate its cloud and DevOps transformation journey. The Dutch bank has also signed a separate cloud migration and DevOps deal with fellow Indian vendor Tata Consultancy Services.
These 3 Numbers Explain Why Amazon Is Dominating Everything Right Now
Amazon's best-ever quarter is about these three things.
Huawei is not looking back to using Google (but still leaving the door open)
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Apple engineers have a proposal to standardize 2FA messages
Apple WebKit engineers have unveiled a new proposal that could standardize the format of two-factor-authentication messages to improve security and prevent users from falling for phishing scams.
Google Earth app will now show the stars when you zoom out
The Google Earth app will now show you stars surrounding the planet when you zoom out, because, you know, stars are a thing.
How the iPad quietly transformed computing
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Nokia’s next flagship rumoured to have a feature we want on the iPhone 12
Nokia is testing an under-display selfie camera, according to a new un-unconfirmed leak. A Tweet has suggested that the new camera was currently in testing.
Solve a robotic murder mystery in free detective game Lockheart Indigo
Aye, robot.
Microsoft launches Xbox bug bounty program with rewards of $20,000 or more
Gamers, security researchers, and everyone else can report security vulnerabilities
Mahindra Electric launches new brand identity
Mahindra has introduced two different brands within the company for electric mobility - ME, which will offer the company's vehicles and hardware solutions, and NEMO will offer software solutions.
Samsung to Microsoft: The Xbox Series X should support ultrawide monitors
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Anti-virus maker Avast shutters data harvester Jumpshot
Privacy scandal news saw share price fall off a cliff.
Macy's tech workers are afraid of losing their jobs as office closings remain unclear
A spokesperson for Macy's told Business Insider that it plans to share details of its three-year strategic plan at an investor day in early February.
Huawei phones will never use Google Mobile Services again, according to exec
According to a Huawei executive, even if the Google app ban is lifted the company still won't use them on its phones.
Google responds to claims of poor Stadia communications, says it’s “up to publishers” to announce games
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A projector had far too much fun with car tech
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Google is trying to steal Amazon's protesting employees
The irony of the whole situation was that Google is also in the middle of a crackdown on labor activism
How ‘Embedded’ Payment Providers are Transforming Fintech
Behind-the-scenes payments providers could be moving Big Tech further toward financial services.
Facebook and Google are fighting coronavirus misinformation
Google and Facebook are attempting to stay ahead of coronavirus conspiracy theories and fake cures.
Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said on Friday, as it raised its total number of cases to 19, the second-highest after China.
Facebook and Instagram to remove coronavirus misinformation
Including claims about false cures or prevention
Clear skies over most parts of Oman
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New To Netflix This Weekend: Taylor Swift Documentary, Uncut Gems & More
Netflix have just released a list of everything new to the streaming service this weekend and it's some lineup.
Global smartphone sales of 2019 revealed, with Apple taking top spot in Q4 2019
With 2019 over, it was only a matter of time before analysts shared the big numbers for 2019. Research organisations have provided a few interesting facts to chew on, such as how Samsung still holds the largest smartphone market share, Huawei overtaking Apple for the overall second spot, and Apple managing to snag a top spot for Q4 2019.
Moto G Stylus live images, specs on Geekbench sighted online
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As Jedi: Fallen Order Nears 10 Million Sales, EA Warms To More Single-Player Star Wars Games
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It Grows
Evil had a great holiday season: Amazon now has over 150 million Prime subscribers, the company announced in Q4 2019 numbers released on Thursday. The massive growth numbers sent the company’s market cap surging to over $US1 ($1) trillion and made CEO Jeff Bezos an estimated $US13.2 ($20) billion in a matter of...
Baton Systems, Provider of “Blockchain-Inspired” Payments Software, Finalizes $12 Million Investment Round
Baton Systems, an established developer of "blockchain-inspired" bank-to-bank payments software and infrastructure for linking multiple different ledgers, has
WhatsApp Payments coming to more countries in coming six months: Zuckerberg
WhatsApp Payments could be coming soon to more countries in the next six months, is what Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed. But there's no clarity on when India will get WhatsApp Payments.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (Note 11) Release Date, Price & Spec Rumours
King of the phablets is not down yet. Here's what to expect from a potential Samsung Galaxy Note 20, successor to the flagship Note 10.
LG lost over $850 million through its Mobile Division as sales fall in 2019
LG has recently revealed its financial report for the Q4 of 2019. In the final quarter, the company saw a massive loss as its mobile division continues to deteriorate in the smartphone industry. According to the report, the South Korean tech giant saw a loss of over $850 million in Q4 of 2019 as sales …
Nintendo CEO says no plans to launch new Switch model in 2020
Nintendo Co Ltd CEO Shuntaro Furukawa said the gaming company has no plans to launch a new Switch model this year.
Zameen.com synergises data, technology and expertise to reboot Pakistan's property sector
The game-changing tool Property Bank aims to make unaddressed property listings approachable
TCL C8 2020 4K specifications and Price in Pakistan
TCL launches C8 4K UHD Android TV in Pakistan Lahore – TCL, and one of the world’s top three TV brands, has marked the launch of its brand-new Android TV in Pakistan with the introduction of C8. TCL C8 4K UHD TV features advanced AI technology that uses Android P OS, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision, an Onkyo Sound Bar. Together, these features ensure the delivery of powerful in-home entertainment experience. The C8 comes with Google Assistant, allowing users to control the TV by voice, and has built-in Google Chromecast functionality providing simpler navigation and it allows users to stream content directly from their mobile devices. Speaking about the C8, Sunny Yang, GM TCL Pakistan stated that, “We are extremely pleased to announce the launch of the C8 4K UHD Android TV. We are looking forward to giving Pakistani consumers an outstanding viewing experience. We look forward to continuing delivering top quality products that enhance the consumer experience.”
Flying Blind: 70% of Airport Websites Contain Vulnerabilities
Airport cybersecurity remains poor, according to a new report that tested the public-facing assets of 100 global airports. Amazon S3 buckets...
Galaxy Z Flip - Samsung's next foldable phone - probably won't support 5G
Samsung's next folding phone is unlikely to come with a 5G variant, if this FCC listing is to believed.
Tech Mahindra Q3 net profit slips 5% YoY to Rs 1,146 crore, revenue up 8%
In constant currency terms, revenue grew 4.3 per cent. In US dollar terms, revenue rose 5.1 per cent to $ 1,353 million.
iPhone SE 2 Plus could have a new style of fingerprint scanner
The iPhone SE 2 Plus could have an all-screen LCD display and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Samsung Galaxy S20 release date officially confirmed - Gizchina.com
Samsung Galaxy S20 release date officially confirmed. it is said that deliveries will start on March 6. a few weeks after the official presentation.
Samsung Galaxy A41 spotted on Geekbench with a MediaTek processor
Samsung Galaxy A41 spotted on Geekbench with a MediaTek processor. It will arrive with a MediaTek Helio P65 processor and 4G of RAM.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order sells 8m, new Star Wars game by 2022
Well who could have predicted that: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a single player action game without any online game modes or games-as-service gubbins, has sold a bucketload of copies.Despite the
Zuckerberg says he doesn’t need Facebook to be liked. That’s new
Mark Zuckerberg used to want everyone to like Facebook Inc. Now, he doesn’t care anymore.
iPhone 11 and 11 Pro deals US: get the best prices for February 2020
Pre-order the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro and find the best deals and prices from retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.
Sega Europe announces all its physical PC releases will use recyclable packaging
Gotta biodegrade fast!
Phone Call Recording May Come to Pixel Phones Soon
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Swiping their way higher: Visa, Mastercard could be the next US$1 trillion companies
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Perceptions about the workforce of the future are changing as fast as the technology powering it.
Canada's first P2P consumer lender preps launch
Canadian regulators have given the greenlight for the country's first peer-to-peer lending platform for consumer loans.
Facebook working to curb fake cures on coronavirus outbreak, misinformation
Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus
Let Waddle Dee Have An Apple, You Monsters
Waddle Dee is very expressive for a creature with no mouth.
Amazon's Jeff Bezos, already the wealthiest person on the planet, just got billions richer
Jeff Bezos, the world's richest person, got billions richer in minutes Thursday as Amazon shares soared in extended trading on news of a killer quarter driven by strong holiday sales.
The eight best car dealerships in Derby according to Google reviews
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Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and Note10 Lite To Be Available from RM 2299; Pre-Orders Receive Free Galaxy Fit
Samsung has officially announced that it will begin to offer the new Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note10 Lite in Malaysia starting from 7 February 2020.
Save $50 On The Moto G8+ Smartphone Today
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Victor and William discuss the unexpectedly impressive Apple Q1 2020 earnings call, what happens when Apple acquires a company, and what a future iPad may be able to do with William's handwriting.
Nvidia GeForce Now could be priced to smash Google Stadia
There’s a lot of competition in the cloud gaming field, so Nvidia is apparently going for the throat on pricing.
Facebook will Remove Misleading Information about the Coronavirus from its Platform
Content with false information from worldwide organizations will be deleted. The company announced today that it will remove all the misleading information about the rapidly spreading coronavirus in China and other countries, BTA reported.
Everything Coming To Netflix, Stan, Foxtel, Disney Plus, And Amazon In February
We're already on to our second month of the year and that means another truckload of new content is heading your way. As always, more shows and movies are coming across Netflix, Foxtel and Disney+ in February 2020 to take up even more of your precious free time. Here's all of them bundled up into one giant post....
Microsoft NieRly Stopped Platinum from Developing on PS4
Xbox was looking to buy Japanese dev
Overwatch Patch 1.45 arrives in early February, adds new content, will beef up anti-cheat efforts
Blizzard has outlined the major content that will be coming with Overwatch Patch 1.45 in early February.
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In the past, it was always a little hard to recommend mid-range Samsung smartphones. Despite being the largest smartphone maker in the world, with a wealth of products across pretty much every price point and major market, Samsung’s affordable devices always scored poorly on the price-to-performance scale.
Samsung cleverly reveals Galaxy S20 release date
All the speculations and rumors about the Galaxy S20 series of smartphones are going to end soon as Samsung is all set to hold its Unpacked event on February 11. The event will see Samsung unveiling three new products — Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Z Flip, and Galaxy S20 series. According to previous rumors, the Galaxy …
Apple supplier Japan Display secures $936M bailout from Ichigo
Japan Display has been given a much-needed bailout, agreeing on Friday to an investment of up to 100.8 billion yen ($926 million) from Ichigo Asset Management, funds that will help keep the beleaguered Apple supplier in operation.
4.5 Years Later and Microsoft Reportedly Hits Its Goal of 1 Billion Windows 10 Devices
4.5 Years Later and Microsoft Reportedly Hits Its Goal of Powering 1 Billion Windows 10 Devices, the Company's Italian Website Confirms.
Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite & Note 10 Lite Malaysia: Everything you need to know
The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and the Galaxy Note 10 Lite have finally arrived in Malaysia. These are the latest “budget” variants of the Galaxy 10 series which offers a large screen and huge battery.
iPhone and Android users are getting 117 new emoji in 2020
New year. New emoji.
Three suspects arrested in Maltese bank cyber-heist
Suspects used stolen funds to buy Rolex watches, along with a Jaguar and an Audi A5.
Ride-hailing firm Ola to start in London on Feb 10 with over 20,000 drivers
Will be fully operational from day one, firm aims to offer a differentiated experience with features such as 24/7 helplines for drivers and customers and in-app emergency button
Motorola gearing up to release a Note 10 rival
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Samsung patent shows off rounded phone design that looks a lot like a Sony PSP
The new Samsung patent shows a very unique design for a Galaxy smartphone with a rounded display on both ends. Check it out here.
Samsung Galaxy A71 & A51 Malaysia: Everything you need to know
Awesome screen, awesome came–OK enough. ENOUGH. The Samsung Galaxy A51 and A71 have finally launched in Malaysia as the company’s brand new duo. Here is everything you need to know about it.
Aldi hack will change how you pack your shopping forever
It could be a lifesaver
Uber drivers cram in fares in countdown to app's Colombia departure
BOGOTA (Reuters) - Like a race car driver, Karen Londono is competing against the clock. She rests just four hours a day, trying to take as many fares as possible driving for Uber, before the application is deactivated in Colombia.
Apple must fight to keep the iPhone's Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers
The EU might kill the Lightning port on the iPhone.
Apple TV+ series 'Foundation' will be Ireland's largest-ever production
The next Apple TV+ show, Foundation, is set to be Ireland's largest-ever production when it's shot in Limerick later this year.
WebKit Team Proposes a Way to Secure SMS Two-Factor Authentication
Apple’s WebKit team has a proposal to standardize and secure SMS two-factor authentication codes with URLs.
Apple TV+’s Mythic Quest is an admirable attempt to mock video game culture
Apple TV+'s Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet isn't quite the Silicon Valley the tech giant is aiming for, but it's still compelling at times.
As cities grow, the Internet of Things can help us get on top of the waste crisis
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Go ‘Behind Celine Dion’s Courage’ With New Apple Music Short Film
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La Liga brings its free OTT platform to Samsung smart TVs worldwide
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More and more companies are choosing to automate and digitize troublesome elements of the business payments matrix.
Samsung launches AI-powered Washing Machine and Dryer
Samsung Electronics on Wednesday unveiled a new washing machine and dryer featuring artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The AI-powered device is built to offer more “effective ways” for consumers to do their laundry. It is also believed to accelerate Samsung’s drive to attain leadership of the market over arch-rival LG Electronics. The device dubbed Grande AI …
Facebook agrees to $550 million settlement in facial recognition class action lawsuit
Facebook has agreed to pay $550 million to settle a class-action lawsuit over its use of facial recognition technology in Illinois.
Did Walmart Waste $3.3 Billion on Jet.com?
The e-commerce site is a shell of what it was when the retailer purchased it.
Apple must fight to keep the iPhone's Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The EU might kill the Lightning port on the iPhone.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Secret Oops makes its AR debut on Apple Arcade
Secret Oops from game studio MixedBag is the latest augmented reality mobile game to debut on Apple Arcade starting today.
Q&A: How you hold your phone can help protect it from hackers
How someone holds their phone is becoming a criteria for securing their identity from hackers. If you usually hold it with your right hand, and a left-handed hacker is trying to gain access to your phone, they can be stopped because of that difference.
Amazon set to break record for one-day gain in market cap
Amazon could set a new mark for the biggest single-day gain on record for a US company.
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus online
Facebook says it's working to limit the spread of misinformation and potentially harmful content about the coronavirus as bogus claims about the ongoing outbreak circulate online.
Apple TV gets new underwater screensavers featuring coral reefs, sharks, and jellies
The Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K have 11 new underwater screensavers, available in both 1080p and 4k.
Apple must fight to keep the iPhone’s Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers
Apple and the EU are on a collision course over phone chargers.
9 business moguls on how to break into a new industry and make it to the top
Looking to blaze into a new industry? We asked some of the world’s smartest business people and Advisors in The Oracles for their best tips for breaking into a new field, from tech to real estate to day trading.
Google shows safety tips when people search 'coronavirus'
New Delhi - With the novel coronavirus outbreak grabbing the attention of people worldwide, Google is now showing safety tips to people when they search "coronavirus".
In the streaming wars, everyone is winning
Apple, Netflix, Disney, and Amazon can all claim success in the video streaming wars, thanks to each company's individual goals.
Google open-sources the tools needed to make 2FA security keys
The project supports FIDO U2F and FIDO2 standards.
5 Great Tech ETFs That Aren’t the XLK
When it comes to tech ETFs, the XLK rules the roost. But there are other ETFs in the sector that gives it a run for its money.
Samsung Galaxy A51 5G pays a visit to GeekBench - Gizchina.com
The upcoming Galaxy A51 5G has been spotted at GeekBench database. It boasts Exynos 980 5G SoC with 6GB of RAM and Android 10.
Rupert Murdoch Now Has a Challenger to Apple News
Rupert Murdoch's News Corp launched a beta of its Apple News challenger 'Knewz' earlier this week, promising to burst our filter bubbles.
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Post-fire losses darken days for light bulb maker - VnExpress International
Light bulb maker Rang Dong, whose Hanoi warehouse was gutted by a fire, has reported Q4 losses of almost VND36 billion ($1.5 million).
FCA Flags Capital International Management Company
The FCA regulator has warned against Capital International Management Company, a clone of European Economic Area (EEA) authorised firm.
Samsung to release many foldable phones in 2020 – Galaxy Fold 2, Z Flip, maybe more?
Samsung has confirmed it will release multiple foldable phones in 2020, including some with new designs.
Facebook to remove posts promoting fake coronavirus cures
It will also block hashtags on Instagram that peddle false information.
How to delete your Google location history
Google collects and stores all your location information by default. Here's how to clear everything it has already, and ensure it's turned off for good.
Japanese company NEC confirms 2016 security breach
NEC needed seven months to discover the hack, did not disclose it publicly.
Coronavirus to hit Galaxy S20 accessories supply chain
Seoul - The deadly Coronavirus outbreak that has already killed 213 people in China could lead to delay in the accessories for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 series that are coming out of the country.
3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Lyft, HD Supply, and Melco Resorts & Entertainment
Friday's big stock charts feature three stocks with the potential for longer-term rebounds — and shorter-term upside.
Exclusive: Expercom Offers MacRumors Readers Best Prices on Custom 16-Inch MacBook Pros (Up to $409 Off), Apple TV 4K, and Apple Watch Series 5
MacRumors readers have a chance to save up to $409 on a collection of custom configuration 16-inch MacBook Pro models this week, thanks to our...
Who is Arvind Krishna?
Krishna joins a unique club which includes the likes of Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, MasterCard CEO Ajay Banga, PepsiCo’s former CEO Indra Nooyi and Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen.
Amazon Crushes Earnings, and Here's the Most Impressive Part
Amazon’s retail sales took flight even in soft consumer spending environment.
Gold Brexit commemorative 50p coins priced at £945 are a sell-out
The Royal Mint has been operating a queuing system on its website as people buy the new commemorative 50p coins.
Google will “leave it up to the publishers” to announce games for Stadia
"...not all 120 titles will be announced by the Stadia team"
Toyota invests in flying cars
Auto giant joins aviation specialist to develop urban air mobility solutions Toyota has announced a partnership with aerospace company Joby Aviation to begin development and production of electric vertical take-offand landing (eVTOL) aircraft – better known as flying cars. The Japanese car-maker has announced a lead investment of $US394 million to help fund the $US590m …
Galaxy Z Flip's Tiny Outer Panel Is Called 'Focus Display': Tipster
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip’s outer panel will be called ‘Focus Display’, claims a well-known tipster. This information comes from Ishan Agarwal, who shared
China virus causes scare for India's smartphone makers
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The coronavirus outbreak in China could start to disrupt India’s production of smartphones if it continues to spread in February, as it could delay component shipments, industry executives said.
Fujifilm X-T4 could have a divisive new screen, rumors suggest
Rumors suggest the incoming Fujifilm X-T4 will get a new screen that some might not consider to be an upgrade.
Apple TV Gets New Underwater Screensavers
As noted on Reddit, Apple recently released a new batch of underwater screensavers for the Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD. The new screensavers...
Pricing: local Kia Picanto range gains more safety and tech!
Kia Motors South Africa has announced an updated for its 2020 Picanto line-up, handing the small hatchback more tech and safety equipment.
6G: speeds could increase up to 1 TB/s, 8000 times the speed of 5G
6G: speeds could increase up to 1 TB/s, 8000 times the speed of 5G. The world is just beginning to discover 5G but China is already looking towards 6G.
Sweating Robot Beats the Heat
By leaking water, a soft robotic gripper cools itself more efficiently than humans do
Red-Hot Uber Stock Might Just Prove Its Bull Case in 2020
At the start of 2020 Uber stock is looking pretty hot. Investors should keep a close eye on the name as the year unfolds.
Motorola Is Cutting Samsung's Grass
If Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 Lite doesn't light your fire, perhaps an even cheaper Motorola stylus-based handset will. Leaks suggest Motorola's next G series phone will go all-in on the stylus, but also bring multi-cameras and hefty battery support too....
Samsung Galaxy S20 series to feature Super ISO technology for improved camera performance
Samsung‘s flagship series of smartphones is just around the corner. The 2020 premium grade handsets are expected to be unveiled at Samsung Unpacked event on 11th February 2020 and will bring new features and improvements over its predecessor. One of these improvements will likely be in the camera department as the upcoming series is reported …
Official Microsoft site claims 1 billion Windows 10 users
2 years later than predicted, Microsoft may have finally reached its goal of 1 billion Windows 10 users. The number was claimed on an official Microsoft site offering free wallpaper for loyal users. The site is in Italian and auto-translated, which explains the strange layout, but can be seen in the original Italian here. Microsoft …
The Return of the King: Jeff Bezos Tops World's Billionaires List After Amazon Sales Went up 21%
On Wednesday, the fortune of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk grew by $2.3 billion within an hour following an increase in the total market value of electric vehicle maker Tesla.
Google launches 'SOS Alert' for coronavirus in search results to provide users with tips and information from the World Health Organisation on how to stay safe
Google has launched an SOS Alert for the coronavirus that makes information about the virus from the World Health Organisation easily accessible at the top of search results.
Amazon tops $1trillion valuation on strong results
Amazon.com is back in fashion with investors. Concern about the cost of Amazon’s one-day delivery pledge lingered after a busy holiday period
ET View: Economic Survey revives an old tale about Microsoft
Microsoft has come a long way since then and even became the worlds most valued company. The Survey does not hold out a happy story.
Facebook to remove posts promoting fake coronavirus cures
It will also block hashtags on Instagram that peddle false information.
IBM Chief To Exit Role After Sluggish Growth
IBM CEO Ginni Rometty is stepping down after eight years in which the tech giant struggled to keep up with its competition. Arvind Krishna will be the new CEO.
Apple Maps Completely Revamped In Latest Update
Apple has announced that it is rolling out a major upgrade to its iOS navigation app, Apple Maps. The new update will add a revamped map design as well as
Galaxy Note 10+ and Galaxy Note 9 receive February 2020 security patch
Samsung has become quite proactive these days in rolling out new security patches for its devices even before Google puts up the release notes. We have seen the company do this consistently over the p
Microsoft could finally be working on a Surface Book 3
News from Microsoft isn't all that rare but when it comes to laptops, the company has been more focused on churning out other devices like the new Surface Pro X. We haven't seen a new Surface Book in almost two years but a new rumour hints that we're finally getting some updates on a potential new Surface Book 3.
There’s no New Content on Apple TV+. Again.
Apple TV+ rolls out episodes pf its big shows on a weekly, which is fine... until there is not new content for two weeks.
Mars National Anthem? Elon Musk Drops Surprise EDM Track ‘Don’t Doubt Ur Vibe’
Elon Musk has proved a versatile creator, but forget electric cars, rockets and flamethrowers – the Tesla boss has now ventured into electronic music.
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus online
Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus.
Augmented Reality Party Game 'Secret Oops!' Lands on Apple Arcade
"Secret Oops!" by Italian developer MixedBag is this week's addition to Apple Arcade across the iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac. ...
The best free iPhone apps of 2020
TechRadar wants you to have the best apps going – so here's our regularly updated list of the top free iPhone apps around.
Samsung's Next Foldable Phone Might Be 4G Only
Samsung's next foldable phone might skip out on 5G altogether, with US FCC filings pointing only to the existence of an LTE model....
Two day seminar on science and technology in Tamil Epigraphy
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Netflix signs deal for four more Adam Sandler movies
Streaming giant Netflix has extended its deal with Adam Sandler and his Happy Madison Productions company.
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Tech Mahindra profit dips 5% to ₹1,146 cr.
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Facebook to remove posts spreading coronavirus conspiracy theories
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Apple has proposed a standardized format for delivering one-time code over SMS.
LifeLabs data breach update
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Carlos Maza is back on YouTube and ready to fight
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Apple Supplier Japan Display Reaches $930 Million Bailout Agreement With Ichigo
Struggling Apple supplier Japan Display has reached a deal with Ichigo Asset Management to receive up to 100.8 billion yen ($930 million USD) in bailout funding.
The all-new 10.2-inch iPad hits lowest price ever at Amazon
Amazon has the all-new 10.2-inch Apple iPad on sale and down to its lowest price ever.
Save on an Amazon Fire TV Cube in time for the Super Bowl
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Cheap gaming laptop deals
Start the year with the best cheap gaming laptop deals the internet has to offer.
Atari to open video game-themed resorts in US cities
The company said it will break ground on its first hotel later this year in Phoenix.
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Google reaching out to D.C. policy experts with explainer tech summits
In today's regulatory climate, Big Tech is increasingly engaging with governments and other influential groups. A Google tech policy summit...
Atari to open video game-themed resorts in US cities
The company said it will break ground on its first hotel later this year in Phoenix.
Wipro: A new CEO should go beyond the tried and tested
Wipro on Friday said its CEO & MD has resigned from the company citing family commitments. A statement from the company said the Board of Directors has initiated a search to identify the next
Twitter brutally mocks Sajid Javid for 'north England' blunder
'North England' is trending as Twitter users mock the Chancellor of the Exchequer's clumsy phrasing on a visit to Sunderland
Up to $500 off the latest MacBooks, Apple Watch Series 4 discounted by $300, more in today’s best deals
Today's best deals include up to $500 off MacBook Pro, Apple Watch, and more. You can also save big on HomeKit accessories at Amazon.
Google's Next Chrome Update May Cause 'Modest Breakage' To The Internet
Version 80 of Chrome is coming to the stable channel of the browser, and with it, a change in the way cookies are handled. As the cookies crumble, it turns out, so does the Internet, with Google saying it hopes that it will cause only "a modest amount of breakage" to websites....
Galaxy S20 Series Prices Leaked; Will Be Approximately the Same As the Galaxy S10
A Polish website claims to have found out about the Galaxy S20 series' price. Read on to find out more about how much each device will cost.
Digital companies, liable to tax under new Finance Act — Osinbajo
Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo says multinational digital companies operating abroad with significant economic presence in Nigeria will be sub
Facebook to remove false contents on coronavirus
Facebook, US social media platform, says it will start removing false contents aimed at misinforming people about the spread of coronavirus.
“Auntie, Go Inside!” China Turns to Drones to Enforce Coronavirus Quarantine
China has turned to technology to help keep its citizen compliant with quarantine procedures, using drones to castigate those...
Why Google Backtracked on Its New Search Results Look
The internet giant, which some lawmakers and regulators say has grown too powerful, tweaked the way it displayed ads on search results. It did not go over well.
Apple engineers suggest a standardized format for one-time passcodes
Apple engineers have put forward a proposal that would see SMS one-time passcodes get a standardized format for additional security.
FCC: Wireless Carriers Violated Federal Law by Sharing Consumer Location Data
One or more wireless carriers violated federal law by failing to protect sensitive customer information like real-time data location, FCC Chairman...
Netflix users spent 2 billion hours watching Adam Sandler, so he’s getting 4 more movies
A new deal means new comedy
Elon Musk: Full Self Driving May Be 'Feature Complete' But That 'Doesn't Mean Features Are Working Well'
During Tesla’s earnings call Wednesday evening Elon Musk mentioned that Full Self Driving tech is probably going to be released by the end of this year, and that the company may allow certain customers early access to a “feature complete” version of the software. Musk went on to clarify that this means the car...
Which Are Electrical Engineering And Computer Science?
Both technology and computer engineering require a better comprehension of power electronic equipment. It is crucial to find out the fundamentals of computer and electrical engineering, especially
Munich-based SimScale closes €27 million to expand pioneering cloud-based 3D simulation software
German startup SimScale, one of world’s first production-ready cloud-based softwares for simulation, today announced that it has closed €27 million in Series C funding. Global venture capital and private equity firm Insight Partners led the round, with participation from existing investors: Earlybird, Union Square Ventures, June Fund, Vito Ventures, Bayern Kapital, and High-Tech Gründerfonds.
Massive queues on Royal Mint site for new Brexit coins
Coin collectors are queuing in their thousands to get hold of the Brexit coin
Meet Meena, Google's new chatbot that interacts like humans
Google has claimed that Meena is better than any voice assistants right now
Apple's first over-ear headphones could launch in next few months
Rumors suggest that Apple is on the verge of releasing its first-ever wireless over-ear headphones.
Huawei 5G role being capped in the UK will cost £500 million: British Telecom
BT (British Telecom) has stated that Britain’s decision to limit Huawei‘s involvement in building 5G infrastructure would have increased the cost of its gigabit-communications plan by about 500 million pounds over five years. British Telecom is the largest mobile broadband network provider and its Chief Executive, Philip Jansen, said he welcomed the use of vendors …
IKEA customers can now pay someone to build flatpacks in their homes
It's available for Nottingham customers
I Can’t Stop Thinking About How Not Everyone Has An Internal Monologue
A Twitter user has absolutely broken the internet after revealing that not everyone has an internal monologue or hears their own thoughts.
Microsoft Launches Xbox Bug Bounty Program Paying Out Up To $20,000
Eligible submissions that have a clear and concise proof of concept are eligible for rewards up to $20,000.
A little-known trucking company surges nearly 58% after Volkswagen unit makes a surprise offer to buy (NAV)
US truck manufacturer Navistar's shares shot up in pre-market trading Friday, after a Volkswagen unit said Thursday it could buy the company in ...
Untitled Goose Fan Game Creates Chaos On Your Desktop
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How to install Realme UI on Realme XT and Realme 3 Pro?
Realme is working to bring the recently unveiled Realme UI to most of its devices. The users who are fed up with the gradual rollout of Realme UI across various Realme smartphones can now manually upgrade. Yesterday, Realme CEO Madhav Seth took to Twitter to make a formal announcement about the update. Must See: Realme UI …
Google launches SOS Alerts for coronavirus
The search engine giant has also donated a sum of 250,000 dollars -- through its charitable arm Google.org -- to the Chinese branch of Red Cross to aid the coronavirus relief work
Telefonica creates new global digital consumer unit
Telefonica has announced the creation of a new global unit designed to make sales processes and customer relations “more digital, faster and simpler” as part of the action plan launched in November to generate more than EUR 2 billion a year in additional revenues from 2022 onwards. The new unit, dubbed Chief Digital Consumer Office (CDCO), will be led by Chema Alonso, until now responsible for the company’s data strategy and cognitive intelligence project. Telefonica said the unit will above all promote innovation in new digital products and services, with a special focus on the digital home, as well as innovation in networks and relations with the entrepreneurial and startup community.
Western Digital Announces BiCS5 112-Layer 3D NAND Up To 1.33 Terabits Per Chip For Next Gen SSDs
Western Digital is one of the biggest names in storage, and today the company announced it has developed its 5th generation 3D NAND flash memory technology called BiCS5.
Coronavirus may impact availability of some Samsung Galaxy S20 accessories
Virus outbreak has led to delay in release of third-party accessories
Cloudwalker 4K UHD Smart screen review: Feature-rich, yet incomplete
Its USP is that it works both as a smart TV and a computer; and while it has a decent price tag, the big let-down is sound quality
Amazon lifts profit in Q4 despite weak international ops, sees mixed Q1
Amazon said revenues for its fourth quarter advanced to USD 87.4 billion from 72.4 billion the year before, including a negative forex effect of USD 120 million, well in line with expectations. Despite a forecast for a lower profit, the operating profit crept up to USD 3.9 billion from 3.8 billion, and the net profit lifted to USD 3.3 billion or USD 6.47 per diluted share, from 3.0 billion and 6.04 per share.
Samsung will bring “Super ISO” low light sensitivity to their phone cameras
There is a battle for the best low-light photos between Huawei, Google and Samsung, and it appears Samsung will launch its next offensive with the Samsung Galaxy S20. LetsGoDigital has found a new trademark application for “Super ISO” for Samsung at the UK IPO (Intellectual Property Office). The application says the trademark is for: camera …
How to stop Siri listening to you
Apple has been listening to conversations with Siri in order to improve accuracy and some people are annoyed. Here's how to turn Siri listening off and how to get Siri to stop recording on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, HomePod and Apple TV. Keep your conversations private!
Google releases OpenSK, an open-source 2FA security key platform
Google has released OpenSK, an open-source 2FA security key platform that you can flash on your own Nordic chip device. Check it out here!
Tangi video app from Google’s Area 120: Can this be a TikTok challenger?
Tangi comes from Google's Area 120 team, which is their lab for experimental projects. Its an app for creating and sharing short videos, and here's what we thought of it in the first use.
Rumor: BMW iNext could get Intelligent Glass Control technology
BMW iNext is supposed to become BMW's new technology flagship when unveiled, next year. One of these tech is the Intelligent Glass Control
UPS innovation: Protecting critical loads and the national grid
Data centre technology, specifically uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), can be used to support the power grid and balance the load.
What happens if the internet’s most important law disappears?
If Facebook is held liable for everything you write, it'll stop letting you write.
Would Huawei Return To Google? It Depends Who You Ask (Updated)
Huawei is currently blocked from including Google apps and services on its smartphones, but if the trade ban was lifted, would it go back to the full Android phone? It depends on who at Huawei you ask. Update: Huawei Australia weighs in with its own hopes for a Google future....
Airlines suspend China flights because of coronavirus
(Reuters) - Airlines are suspending flights to China in the wake of the new coronavirus outbreak.
Microsoft Offers $20,000 Bug Bounty for Xbox Live
Microsoft has just launched a brand new bug bounty offering $20,000 to people who can find major security flaws in Xbox Live.
Apple engineers propose a way to make using two-factor texts easier
The proposed standard would help users avoid phishing scams.
Arrests made over EUR13 million cyber heist at Bank of Valletta
The UK's National Crime Agency has made three arrests in Belfast and London over a EUR13 million cyber heist at Malta's Bank of Valletta.
Amazon lifts profit in Q4 despite weak international ops, sees mixed Q1
Amazon said revenues for its fourth quarter advanced to USD 87.4 billion from 72.4 billion the year before, including a negative forex effect of USD 120 million, well in line with expectations. Despite a forecast for a lower profit, the operating profit crept up to USD 3.9 billion from 3.8 billion, and the net profit lifted to USD 3.3 billion or USD 6.47 per diluted share, from 3.0 billion and 6.04 per share.
Economist who counted $40 billion cost from SARS predicts far bigger hit from new coronavirus
The global cost of the coronavirus could be three or four times that of the 2003 SARS outbreak, which sapped the world's economy by $40 billion, according
Amazon's latest milestone: 150 million Prime members
Amazon had another prime holiday season.
Google's Latest Video App Tangi is TikTok for People Who Love Pinterest
Google has announced it’s launching an “experimental social video sharing app” called Tangi for short, 60-second tutorials.
To Amazon Or Not Amazon? An Eyeglass Retailer Faces The Question
David Roger of eyewear seller Felix Gray discusses the downside of the buy button, and what retailers must consider before building a relationship with Amazon.
Uber Officially Bans Drivers From Carrying Firearms, But Company's Business Model Prevents Enforcement
Iwastheone shares a report from The Atlantic, written by Sidney Fussell: Uber has banned guns in cars, for both drivers and passengers, since 2015. But over email and Facebook Messenger, four current and four former drivers told me they carry firearms on the job. In explaining why, they each cited ...
Apple Maps gets major visual overhaul in fight against Google Maps
Apple Maps is getting a major update to show a lot more visual information, with some accuracy upgrades too.
Facebook walks back digital currency project Libra
Libra, Facebook’s digital currency initiative, has been faltering since late last year as partners started backing out after regulators opposed the plan. In a post-earnings conference call this week, Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said work on the Libra initiative is being handled by the Libra Foundation, stressing the separation between the foundation and the social…
Windows 10 Allegedly Crosses 1 Billion Active Installs Globally
When we last visited Windows 10 adoption numbers, the company reported 900 million active installations in September 2019.
IBM chief Ginni Rometty to step down
Cloud business boss Arvind Krishna to succeed.
Facebook to remove Coronavirus fake news after WHO flags global emergency
The move is unusually aggressive for Facebook, which generally limits the distribution of content containing health misinformation through restrictions on search results and advertising
GAN expects earnings to beat market expectations
Gambling software company anticipates earnings of between £7m and £8m
Zimbabwean entrepreneur invents open-sourced technology to improve access to education in Africa
Zimbabwean AI expert William Sachiti, CEO of UK-based start-up Academy of Robotics (www.AcademyofRobotics.co.uk) has today published an open-source technology k...