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.
TikTok explores payments via direct messages
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A cosmic object at the edge of stardom
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Bangladeshi scientist receives UK exploration award for Nepal Indigenous knowledge project
18 August 2026
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Google opens its first local office in Pakistan
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Nvidia invests $1.5 billion in SoftBank data centre developer to secure OpenAI project
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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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