BSIC appoints Waiz Rahim as its MD and CEO

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YouTube to count views from the moment a video starts playing
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YouTube is changing how it counts views on regular videos, with a view now registered as soon as a video begins playing or a user enters a live broadcast, bringing its approach in line with how it already counts Shorts views and how rivals TikTok and Instagram measure engagement.
OpenAI launches teen-specific ChatGPT with homework safeguards and parental controls
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OpenAI has launched ChatGPT for Teens, a dedicated version of its AI chatbot with age-appropriate safety measures, parental controls, and tools designed to prevent teenagers from using the platform to cheat on their schoolwork—more than three years after the service first launched with no such protections in place.

Satellite SOS is now available for Pixel 9

Satellite SOS, a feature which allows a device to connect with satellites to send emergency text messages without mobile data or WiFi connectivity, is rolling out to the Google Pixel 9 series, according to a recent announcement by Google.
22 August 2024

Protirodh.net adds options to help flood affected regions

Protirodh.net, a community-based platform designed to mobilise citizen volunteers, has recently integrated flood reporting options and volunteer registration for the flood affected regions.
22 August 2024

Flood-related fake news flooding Facebook

To stay on top of currently trending fake news regarding the recent flooding in Bangladesh, here is a compilation of some Facebook posts that have been proven to be false by Rumor Scanner, a Bangladeshi fact-checking organisation.
22 August 2024

What is SB 1047 - the California AI bill?

California legislators are about to vote on a bill called SB 1047, which would set rules for how artificial intelligence (AI) is developed and used in the state. However, many tech companies and some lawmakers are against it, saying the rules could slow down innovation and make things harder for the tech industry. What is SB 1047, the California AI bill? Here are some things you should know about it.
22 August 2024

Google sales reps allegedly suggested strategies to target teens against policy: Report

Google sales representatives advised ad buyers on ways to target teenage users, despite the company's policy prohibiting targeted advertising based on demographics for those under 18, according to a recent report by AdWeek.
22 August 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo launches his own YouTube channel

The channel, titled "UR · Cristiano," was officially unveiled on Wednesday.
21 August 2024

Microsoft update breaks Linux on dual-boot systems

Microsoft's latest security update has inadvertently caused significant disruption for users who run both Windows and Linux on the same machine. The update, which was designed to address a two-year-old vulnerability in the GRUB boot loader—a critical piece of software used by many Linux systems—has led to widespread issues with Linux installations failing to boot.
21 August 2024

Mafia 4, new Call of Duty and more: Announcements so far from Gamescom 2024

The Gamescom event delivered on its promise of many new game announcements, alongside updates and trailers for highly anticipated titles.
21 August 2024

Microsoft launches unified Teams app for both personal and work use

Microsoft has just launched a unified Teams app that supports both personal and work accounts on Windows 11, Windows 10, and Mac. This new version eliminates the need for separate apps, which previously confused users who had to juggle between 'Microsoft Teams (free)' for personal use and 'Microsoft Teams (work or school)' for professional and educational purposes.
21 August 2024

JBL's new earbuds offer a larger touchscreen

JBL has unveiled an upgraded version of its popular wireless earbuds, the JBL Tour Pro 3.
21 August 2024

How to track floods online

With water levels rising at an alarming rate, it is important to stay aware and cautious. Here are two ways users can track the flood.
21 August 2024

Google hit with a revived lawsuit over personal data collection

A US appeals court has announced that Google must face a revived lawsuit from Google Chrome users, who claim that Google collected their personal information without their permission, even though they chose not to sync their browsers with their Google accounts.
21 August 2024

Apple to produce iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max in India: report

Apple is set to manufacture its most premium upcoming iPhone models, the yet-to-be-announced iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, in India for the first time this year, as per a recent report by Bloomberg News. 
20 August 2024

"I really hate generative AI", says Procreate CEO

James Cuda, CEO of the graphics editing app Procreate, has recently stated that the company has no plans to introduce generative AI tools in its line of products. In a video posted on Procreate's official X account, Cuda publicly stated his stance on AI-generated art, saying, "I really hate generative AI. I don't like what's happening in the industry, and I don't like what it's doing to our artists."
20 August 2024

One year in, EU turning up heat in big tech fight

Since August 2023, the world's biggest digital platforms have faced the toughest ever tech regulations in the European Union -- which shows no sign of slowing down in enforcing them.
20 August 2024

The art of embracing feedback for self-improvement

In today's fast-paced competitive workplace, a small positive comment like "Good job" from your employer can go a long way. Inversely, a negative comment can leave you feeling deflated - and repeated instances can even lead to burnout and wanting to quit. However, when approached with the right mindset, both types of feedback can significantly contribute to professional development.
20 August 2024

Ola electric hits $7 billion valuation after e-motorcycle launch and battery plan

Ola Electric Mobility, India’s leading e-scooter manufacturer, saw its valuation soar to 586.64 billion rupees ($6.99 billion) on Friday, following the launch of its new line of electric motorcycles.
20 August 2024

Chrome for Android to hide sensitive information during screen sharing: Report

Google is taking steps to enhance privacy on its Chrome browser for Android by redacting sensitive information such as credit card details and passwords during screen sharing and recording sessions, according to a report by Bleeping Computer.
20 August 2024

Google Play Security Reward Program to end submissions by August 31

Google has announced that it will be closing the Google Play Security Reward Program (GPSRP) for new submissions on August 31, 2024.
19 August 2024

Intel’s latest processor series set for launch in October: Reports

Intel's Arrow Lake series, officially known as the Core Ultra 200 series, is scheduled for release on 10th October, according to a report from Benchlife.
19 August 2024
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