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Cybercriminals increasingly helping Russia, China & Iran target US elections and its allies, finds Microsoft

In one striking example, Microsoft’s analysts found how an Iranian hacking group breached an Israeli dating site embarrass and extort money from users. Another investigation found a Russian cybercriminal group infiltrating over 50 electronic devices used by the Ukrainian military

Chip rivals Intel, AMD team up to bolster x86 platform as Windows on ARM gains momentum

The newly formed advisory group brings together an impressive roster of industry leaders, including Intel, AMD, Microsoft, Lenovo, Dell, Red Hat, and HP, as well as figures like Epic Games’ Tim Sweeney and Linux creator Linus Torvalds

UK to introduce new bill forcing social media firms to make platform less addictive for under teens

At the heart of the Safer Phones Bill is a commitment to review the sale of smartphones to under-16s, alongside exploring new technological measures to ensure the safety of young users

Not iPhone 16, but Apple's budget iPhone, the SE 4 may make Apple Intelligence the hit it needs to be

Analysts from Morgan Stanley believe that Apple may launch the iPhone SE 4 in March next year. They also believe that the SE 4's price point will give Apple Intelligence a massive boost

Samsung to launch its first Galaxy Ring in India after all, starts accepting preorders

The Galaxy Ring, designed to be worn like a traditional ring, is packed with advanced AI-driven features and health sensors that promise a unique experience for users

Samsung may finally have solution to the crease issue of its foldable devices

According to a reputable leak, the crease control on the new Special Edition Galaxy Z Fold 6 is "better than ever," signalling a breakthrough in foldable screen technology

After Microsoft, Google turns to nuclear power to run its AI data centres

As AI continues to surge, tech companies like Google are increasingly looking at nuclear energy as a sustainable solution to meet their massive power need

Microsoft's VP for GenAI development Sebastien Bubeck leaves company to work with Sam Altman at OpenAI

Bubeck’s exit follows his key involvement in Microsoft’s development of Phi LLMs, a more compact version of traditional AI models. Despite his departure, Microsoft has confirmed that research in this area will continue, with many of his co-authors remaining to carry the work forward

US plans on capping AMD & NVIDIA AI chip exports, plans to target China, West Asia

This move would expand on existing rules that already limit the export of AI chips to more than 40 countries, including many in West Asia and Africa. The Biden administration plans to avoid AI chips falling into the wrong hands, particularly in countries with robust surveillance systems

‘India global leader in data affordability, second-largest 5G market in the world’ says PM Modi at IMC 2024

One of the key points in PM Modi’s speech was the staggering reduction in data costs in India, which now offers internet access at an incredibly low rate of just 12 cents per gigabyte

IMC 2024: Jio launches JioBharat V3, V4, plans to provide affordable 4G connectivity to 2G users in India

Both the JioBharat V3 and V4 come packed with Jio’s suite of digital services to enhance the user experience. JioTV provides access to over 455 live TV channels, keeping users connected to their favourite shows, news, and sports

NVIDIA may finally replace Apple as most valuable company thanks to fierce demand for its next AI Chip

This recent surge comes after reassurances from NVIDA’s CEO, Jensen Huang, who confirmed that the company's new Blackwell chip is now in full production. He reportedly remarked that demand for the chip was overwhelming

Gigabyte Aorus FO32U2P Tactical Gaming Monitor Review: For a tactical advantage

The Gigabyte Aorus FO32U2P is 32-inch beast can deliver 240 frames per second at 4K, at a super-fast response time of 0.03ms GtG, which is a serious win for competitive gamers. And when you add HDR to the mix, you get all the vibrant colours, deep contrast that make visuals really pop

Hackers hijack robot vacuum cleaners, hurl racially charged slurs in bizarre cyberattack across US

Ecovacs, a Chinese company with a somewhat sketchy history of security breaches, found itself at the centre of the chaos. The company’s robot vacuums, which come equipped with cameras and speakers, have apparently been susceptible to cyberattacks for some time

Researchers claim they helped 2 people communicate in their dreams using brain waves

The experiment involved two participants who were put into a stage of lucid dreams, induced using a specially designed setup created by REMspace. It involved monitoring brain waves through sensors and a ‘server’ that could detect when participants entered the lucid dream state

Tesla's value dropped by $60 billion following 'glowing' unveiling of Cybercab robotaxi. Here's why

Many analyst expected more specific data, such as timelines and production numbers, which are typically provided at Tesla’s events. Instead, the showcase focused heavily on branding and promoting Tesla’s broader vision, leaving the investment community with little to work with

Apple's 'budget' Vision VR headset will still cost $2000, likely to be launched in 2026

Apple is reportedly very optimistic about the appeal of the lower-cost Vision headset. With a significantly lower price point compared to the Vision Pro, the company expects to sell twice as many units of this new model

Apple planning to launch Meta-like smart glasses & AirPods with cameras, may unveil them in 2027

Although whispers about Apple’s smart glasses, sometimes called Apple Glass, have circulated for years, technological hurdles have kept them in the realm of speculation. But it seems like the wait could finally be over in a few more years

TSMC continues to expand out of Taiwan, to set up more fabs, chip plants across Europe

TSMC has already started building its first fabrication plant in Dresden, Germany, marking the company’s entry into the European Union at a significant investment of €10 billion or about $10.9 billion

SpaceX successfully 'catches' giant Starship booster mid-air while landing. Here's why it is a big deal

By using a pair of massive mechanical arms to "catch" the rocket mid-descent, Elon Musk’s space organisation took another big step towards building a fully reusable vehicle for missions to the Moon and Mars

Colorful launches new Z890 Motherboards for Intel Core Ultra 200 processors

Colorful revealed seven different Z890 motherboard models, ranging from high-end options for performance enthusiasts to more affordable versions for mainstream users. Flagship models include the iGame Z890 Vulcan X/W, iGame Z890 Flow, and iGame Z890 Ultra

MSI launches new Z890 series of Motherboards for Intel’s latest AI Core Ultra 200 processors

MSI's Z890 motherboards, which include the MEG, MPG, MAG, and PRO series, have been tailored for different user needs, be it a hardcore gamer, an overclocker, a content creator, or someone who just wants their computer to run as smoothly as possible, there's a model for everyone

Uber turns to ChatGPT to help push adoption of EV among drivers

Uber isn’t limiting its AI to EVs, however. The company has plans to expand the assistant's capabilities beyond electric cars by 2025. It will eventually be able to answer a wider range of questions, making it a more flexible and valuable tool for drivers in various situations

India loves 'pre-loved' smartphones, sees spike in demand for used phones, Apple most popular brand

Despite India’s rapidly growing smartphone market, only about a third of the country’s 650 million mobile users currently have a 5G-capable device. The majority are still using 4G phones, so many are turning to second-hand options to upgrade without breaking the bank

Tensions soar as China arrests 4 Taiwanese employees from Foxconn factory over 'breach of trust'

The four individuals were detained in Zhengzhou, a central Chinese city, where Foxconn operates its massive iPhone assembly plant, the largest of its kind in the world. The employees are accused of breaching trust, according to Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council

MediaTek unveils new Dimensity 9400 flagship SoC, with support for advanced AI-features, trifold design

One of the most intriguing features of the Dimensity 9400 is its support for tri-fold smartphones — a futuristic take on foldable devices. MediaTek’s latest chipset is geared up to support these designs, offering manufacturers plenty of flexibility to get creative with new smartphone concepts

AMD unveils new 5th Gen EPYC & Instinct MI325X chips, takes on Intel, NVIDIA in AI & high-compute tasks

While NVIDIA has enjoyed massive demand and high-profit margins, AMD hopes to shake things up by offering a competitive alternative with its MI325X. The chip is set to go into production by the end of 2024 and, if well received, could push NVIDIA into adjusting its pricing strategies

Tesla unveils new fully autonomous robotaxi, Elon Musk’s 'Cybercab' is a car with no steering wheel or pedals

Musk believes that instead of sitting idle in garages or parking lots for most of the day, autonomous vehicles like the Cybercab could be in constant use, making transportation more efficient and cutting costs for everyday travel. Musk claims the Cybercab will hit the market by 2027

Intel launches Core Ultra 200 series, world's first desktop AI processor focusing on gaming, energy efficiency

The new series appears to be Intel’s bid to reclaim its crown in the desktop processor market. With impressive energy efficiency, strong performance, and cutting-edge AI and graphics features, the Core Ultra 200 series could give Intel the edge it needs

Google loses its final EU court appeal in antitrust shopping case, to pay €2.4 billion as fine

The EU’s Court of Justice upheld an earlier ruling that found Google guilty of giving its Google Shopping service an unfair advantage over competitors