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Tencent launches Hunyuan T1 reasoning model
Tencent, the Chinese technology conglomerate, has officially launched its Hunyuan T1 reasoning model on March 21.
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The evolution of eid shopping: From physical to digital space
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Italy pauses Starlink deal over geopolitical tensions
Negotiations between Elon Musk’s satellite internet provider, Starlink, and the Italian government have come to a halt, with Italy’s defence minister citing geopolitical concerns as a key factor in the delay on March 22.
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Meta’s Llama AI generates revenue through cloud hosting deals, lawsuit reveals
A newly unredacted court filing on March 19 in the ongoing copyright lawsuit Kadrey v. Meta has disclosed that Meta benefits financially from revenue-sharing agreements with companies that host its Llama models.
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Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 14 Pro and Redmi A5 in Bangladesh
Xiaomi, the global tech brand, has officially unveiled the Redmi Note 14 Pro and Redmi A5 at an event in Dhaka on March 20 where the company also showcased some of their gadgets outside smartphones.
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Google unveils brand new Pixel 9a
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Honor X9c launched in Bangladesh
Honor X9c has been officially launched in Bangladesh. The smartphone comes with an anti-drop display with fall resistance of up to 2 meters, a three-layer waterproof structure, and IP65M dust resistance.
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In today's competitive business landscape, fostering a positive work culture, boosting employee morale, and enhancing team cohesion are not just desirable—they are essential for organisational success. Companies that prioritise these elements often experience increased productivity, reduced turnover, and a more engaged workforce.
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Adobe launches AI agents for online marketing
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Nvidia unveils new graphics cards and other tech
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This robot hand is made of lab-grown human muscles
Researchers from the University of Tokyo and Waseda University in Japan have developed a biohybrid robot hand powered by lab-grown human muscle tissue, capable of performing complex gestures like a scissor motion and grabbing objects.
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Google owner Alphabet wants to buy Israeli cybersecurity firm for over $30 bln
Google’s parent company, Alphabet, is in advanced talks to acquire Israeli cybersecurity firm Wiz for more than $30 billion, marking its largest potential purchase to date.
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US Commerce Department bans DeepSeek on government devices: report
In a recent email to staffers that was seen by Reuters, the department warned against downloading or accessing any DeepSeek-related applications, websites, or desktop apps, stating the move is necessary to “keep Department of Commerce information systems safe.”
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Apple’s iPhone 17 design reportedly leaked
A new set of iPhone 17 prototype dummies has surfaced in a leak from Sonny Dickson, a source known for reliably sharing non-functional iPhone models used by case and accessory manufacturers to prepare for upcoming releases.
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