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22 Mar 2024

Apple

How Apple's lock-in problem led to antitrust lawsuit by DOJ

Apple products yield the best experience when you stick with an iPhone. This is precisely why Apple has found itself under scrutiny from the US Department of Justice.

ISRO successfully lands India's first reusable launch vehicle 'Pushpak'

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has made a significant stride in reusable launch vehicle (RLV) technology today.

22 Mar 2024

Google Calendar

Quick tips on how to manage your time wisely

Google Calendar is a versatile tool that helps millions organize their schedules.

Over 4,000 celebrities subjected to deepfake pornography, investigation reveals

A recent investigation has revealed that over 4,000 well-known personalities (including 250 British celebrities) have been exploited by deepfake pornography.

22 Mar 2024

Health & Wellness

Pioneering transplant: Patient in recovery after receiving pig kidney

In a remarkable achievement, a team of doctors at Massachusetts General Hospital, US has successfully implanted a genetically altered pig kidney into Rick Slayman, a 62-year-old man grappling with terminal kidney disease.

Relaxing yourself just got easier! Here's how

The Calm app is a popular relaxation and meditation application designed to help users reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and enhance their overall well-being.

22 Mar 2024

Apple

US Justice Department initiates antitrust lawsuit against Apple over CarPlay

The US Department of Justice (DoJ) has filed an extensive 88-page antitrust lawsuit against the technology behemoth, Apple.

22 Mar 2024

Apple

US government initiates antitrust lawsuit against Apple: Key takeaways

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched a legal offensive against tech behemoth Apple, accusing the firm of monopolizing the smartphone industry.

Here's how you can improve your linguistic skills

Duolingo, a widely used language learning platform, turns the process of learning new languages into a game.

22 Mar 2024

Garena Free Fire MAX

Free Fire MAX codes for March 22: How to redeem

Garena Free Fire MAX, a popular online game, rolled out its latest redeem codes on March 22, 2024.

21 Mar 2024

Apple

Why US government is preparing to sue Apple

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is reportedly on the brink of launching a lawsuit against tech giant Apple, citing antitrust law infringements.

Physicist found guilty of research misconduct in superconductivity breakthrough

Ranga Dias, a physicist who developed novel room-temperature superconductor, has been found guilty of research misconduct.

21 Mar 2024

France

Google fined $270M for using news articles to train Gemini

Google has been slapped with a $270 million fine by French authorities for utilizing articles from media firms to train its AI chatbot, Gemini, without securing prior permission.

21 Mar 2024

IIT Madras

IIT Madras develops electric standing wheelchair to improve accessibility

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has unveiled an advanced electric standing wheelchair, christened 'NeoStand.'

21 Mar 2024

Apple

Meta, X, Microsoft, Match unite against Apple's third-party payment rules

Meta, Microsoft, X, and Match Group, are backing Epic Games in its protest against Apple's new fee on payments processed outside the App Store.

21 Mar 2024

Google Maps

No internet connection? You can still drive without getting lost

Google Maps is a critical navigation tool that offers directions and traffic updates in real time.

This AI tool can predict side-effects in breast cancer patients

A team of medical professionals and researchers has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that can predict risks of side-effects in breast cancer patients after treatment.

21 Mar 2024

Threads

Threads introduces Tinder-like swipe gestures to train its content algorithm

Threads, a social media platform under Meta's umbrella, is trialing a novel feature called "Algo Tune."

21 Mar 2024

Technology

UK start-up to stream 4K views of Earth from ISS

Sen, a start-up hailing from London, is gearing up to dispatch ultra-high-definition 4K cameras to the International Space Station (ISS).

21 Mar 2024

Neuralink

Watch: First human Neuralink patient plays chess using his thoughts

Elon Musk's venture Neuralink has showcased the potential of its brain-computer interface (BCI) in a live stream featuring Nolan Arbaugh, the first human patient to receive the company's brain implant.

Here's how you can easily learn any language you want

Rosetta Stone, a comprehensive language learning software, provides immersive instruction across 24 languages.

21 Mar 2024

Google

Google's AI can accurately predict floods 7 days in advance

Google has made significant strides in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to forecast river floods up to a week before they occur.

This is how you can learn multiple languages

Want to learn new languages? Well, consider yourself sorted!

21 Mar 2024

Garena Free Fire MAX

Free Fire MAX codes for March 21: How to redeem

Garena Free Fire MAX has released new redemption codes, allowing players to receive free rewards to boost their progress in difficult stages.

20 Mar 2024

ChatGPT

OpenAI to soon release GPT-5, its next-generation AI model

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is gearing up to launch an advanced version of its AI model that may be called GPT-5.

20 Mar 2024

Facebook

Facebook's algorithm is promoting AI-generated spam and scams, reveals study

Facebook's recommendation algorithms are boosting AI-generated images posted by spammers and scammers, reveals a study by Stanford and Georgetown University researchers.

20 Mar 2024

Space Science

Indian space start-up gears up for first-of-its-kind rocket launch

India's private space start-up, Agnikul Cosmos, is gearing up for the test launch of its Agnibaan SOrTeD (Suborbital Tech Demonstrator) rocket on March 22.

20 Mar 2024

Fitbit

Fitbit to soon announce Gemini-powered AI health coach

Google is joining forces with Fitbit, a company it purchased in 2021, to create an Artificial Intelligence (AI) model that will deliver personalized health advice.

20 Mar 2024

Social Media

Glassdoor, known for anonymous employee reviews, reveals users' real names

Glassdoor, a platform renowned for anonymous employee reviews, has started adding real names to user profiles without permission.

20 Mar 2024

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Ring will help you plan your meals

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Ring, first showcased at the Mobile World Congress 2024, is set to revolutionize meal planning.

Under Armour's AI-powered ad causes creator controversy

Under Armour, the US-based sportswear giant, is facing backlash for its newest "AI-powered ad."

20 Mar 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp to soon offer voice transcription feature for Android users

WhatsApp is working on a fresh feature for Android users—the transcription of voice messages.

Google's Vlogger AI tool creates realistic talking avatars from photos

Google's research team has presented an innovative artificial intelligence model named Vlogger. This groundbreaking tool can morph a single static image of an individual into a dynamic, speaking avatar.

20 Mar 2024

Mark Zuckerberg

Meta adds 'Trending Now' section to boost conversations on Threads

Meta is introducing the 'Trending Now' feature on Threads, offering users a snapshot of the most engaging conversations happening in real time.

20 Mar 2024

HIV

Scientists remove HIV from cells using gene-editing technology 

Researchers at Amsterdam University Medical Centre have made significant strides toward eradicating the HIV or Human Immunodeficiency Virus from cells in a lab environment.

20 Mar 2024

Google

Google Pixel 8a to feature 120Hz display, Tensor G3 chip

Google is set to reveal the much-awaited Pixel 8a at the upcoming annual I/O developer conference in May.

Tips to unleash creativity with Canva templates

Canva is a user-friendly graphic design platform that streamlines the creation of visual content.

Master your Kindle Paperwhite experience with these useful tips

The Kindle Paperwhite, Amazon's mid-tier e-reader, boasts a high-resolution display and an adjustable built-in light, perfect for avid readers.

20 Mar 2024

Google Photos

Google Photos: Tips to use it effectively

Google Photos, a cloud-based platform, offers seamless storage and sharing for your digital photos and videos.

20 Mar 2024

Garena Free Fire MAX

Free Fire MAX codes for March 20: How to redeem

Garena Free Fire MAX has released redemption codes for Wednesday (March 20).