China launches its own open-source operating system

The Linux-based operating system openKylin was built by about 4,000 developers. The OS is currently used in China's space programmes, as well as the country's finance and energy industries.
16 July 2023, 11:26 AM

Elon Musk launches new AI company called xAI

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX and owner of Twitter, has announced the launch of a new AI company called xAI.
12 July 2023, 17:21 PM

Twitter threatens Meta with lawsuit over hiring former employees

Twitter, the popular microblogging platform, threatened Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, with a lawsuit a few hours after the launch of Threads - an app many believe to be Meta's replacement for Twitter. 
9 July 2023, 12:00 PM

ChatGPT faces user decline for the first time since launch: reports

Mobile and desktop users visiting ChatGPT fell 9.7% last month, states a recent report by The Washington Post. Downloads of ChatGPT's iOS app are also showing a steady drop. 
9 July 2023, 10:41 AM

How to sign up for Threads, Meta's Twitter competitor

Threads, unlike its invite-only beta phase competitor Bluesky, seems to have no restrictions on user access, apart from requiring an Instagram account.
5 July 2023, 18:10 PM

6 Twitter alternatives you can check out today

In the midst of uncertainty surrounding Twitter under the leadership of Elon Musk, users are increasingly seeking alternative platforms that offer a different social media experience. As the search for a suitable Twitter replacement gains momentum, we present six potential alternatives that have captured the attention of those contemplating a departure from the Twitterverse.
5 July 2023, 17:59 PM

What does Twitter's new 'Rate Limit' mean for users?

In a move that has raised concerns and triggered a wave of backlash, Elon Musk's Twitter platform has implemented a temporary limit on the number of tweets users can view each day.
4 July 2023, 10:53 AM

Unverified Twitter users can no longer use TweetDeck

While previously free for all, unverified Twitter users can no longer use TweetDeck - Twitter's dashboard tool - as per a recent announcement by the popular social media platform.
4 July 2023, 06:29 AM

Meta to launch Twitter-like app Threads tomorrow

Threads, Instagram's text-based conversation app, is expected to be released on Thursday and will allow users to follow the accounts they follow on the photo-sharing platform and keep the same username, a listing on Apple's App Store showed.
4 July 2023, 05:16 AM

Twitter suspends QAnon-linked Republican lawmaker’s account

A newly elected Republican congresswoman known for promoting QAnon conspiracy theories accused Twitter of censorship on Sunday after her account was temporarily suspended for “multiple violations”.
18 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Millions at risk from 'Freak' bug

Microsoft issues a security warning about a bug called ‘Freak’ that lets attackers spy on supposedly secure communications
7 March 2015, 04:59 AM