The social media site that was once known as Twitter has made a dramatic change and is now called X.com in an audacious attempt. Elon Musk’s aspirational goal of building an all-in-one digital environment that goes beyond the confines of conventional social networking is in line with this rebranding initiative. One of the most important […]
EU Targets Meta in Crackdown on Big Tech’s Impacts on Kids’ Mental Health
Facebook’s parent company, Meta, is the subject of an official inquiry by the European Commission. Regulators worry that children’s mental health and welfare may be harmed by addictive behaviours promoted by these wildly popular social media sites. This high-stakes investigation will look at whether Meta has broken the comprehensive Digital Services Act (DSA), a significant […]
Google IO 2024: AI Takes Center Stage
At their annual developer conference, Google unveiled a sweeping array of new AI-powered features and products that aim to revolutionize how we interact with technology. AI was the star of the show, with improvements to Google’s conversational AI models, new generative media tools, enhanced multimodal experiences, and a renewed focus on responsible AI development. Let’s […]
OpenAI’s GPT-4o: Faster, Smarter, and Truly Multimodal
OpenAI has unveiled its latest AI model, GPT-4o, marking a significant leap forward in the capabilities of its flagship language model, ChatGPT. This iteration promises enhanced speed, improved multimodal functionality across text, vision, and audio domains, and a more streamlined user experience. OpenAI is launching GPT-4o, an iteration of the GPT-4 model that powers its […]
Airtel Partners with Google Cloud for Generative AI and Cloud Computing Solutions
In a strategic move to revolutionize the Indian business landscape, Airtel, the country’s second-largest telecom operator, has forged a long-term partnership with Google Cloud. This collaboration aims to harness the power of cloud computing and generative AI to develop cutting-edge solutions tailored to the diverse needs of Indian enterprises. The partnership brings together Airtel’s extensive […]
EU Court Adviser Recommends Upholding Google’s $2.7 Billion Antitrust Fine
An adviser to Europe’s highest court has recommended upholding the 2.42-billion-euro ($2.7 billion) antitrust fine imposed on Alphabet unit Google by the European Commission in 2017.
WhatsApp Starts Rolling Out New Design for iOS and Android Users
WhatsApp, the world’s most popular messaging app, has been rolling out a series of design changes to its mobile app interface on both Android and iOS platforms. While some of these changes are subtle, others are more noticeable, aiming to enhance the app’s overall user experience. One of the most significant updates is the introduction […]
Google Wallet Arrives in India: A Comprehensive Guide on Usage and How It Differs from Google Pay
Google has recently introduced its digital wallet application, Google Wallet, in the Indian market. This move aims to provide users with a secure and convenient way to store and access various digital credentials, such as loyalty cards, transit passes, IDs, and more. However, the company has been clear that the launch of Google Wallet will […]
Bigger Screens, Brighter Displays: Apple’s “Let Loose” Brings Powerful iPad Upgrades
The much anticipated “Let Loose” event from Apple revealed a slew of interesting changes to its iPad portfolio, the first significant update in over two years. Even though the new iPad models were the centre of attention, tech aficionados and creative professionals could expect much more from the event. The Bigger and Better iPad AirApple […]
Combating Online Misuse: WhatsApp Blocks Over 22 Million Accounts in India
Digital fraud prevention and online safety have emerged as top priorities for Indian IT companies. A formidable challenge is presented by the large volume of users and the development in sophisticated schemes. The immensely popular messaging service WhatsApp banned an astounding 22.31 million accounts in India alone in the first three months of 2024. This […]