Automattic Lays Off 16% of Workforce to Secure Future
Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, is cutting 16% of its staff to safeguard its future. CEO Matt Mullenweg shared the news in a memo, explaining that the decision was made to ensure long-term stability.
Thunderbird Launching New Email Service to Compete with Gmail
Thunderbird, the long-running open-source email client, is preparing to take on Gmail and other big email providers.
Apple Releases Security Updates to Fix Exploited Zero-Day Vulnerabilities
Apple has released security updates to patch actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities in older versions of its operating systems.
New Trick Lets You Bypass Microsoft Account Requirement in Windows 11
A newly discovered trick allows users to easily bypass the Microsoft Account requirement when setting up Windows 11, just as Microsoft continues making it harder to use local accounts.
France Fines Apple €150 Million for Abusing Market Power with App Tracking Transparency
France’s antitrust authority, Autorité de la concurrence, has fined Apple €150 million ($162 million) for misusing its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework to dominate the mobile app advertising market.
TikTok Shutting Down TikTok Notes on May 8, Pushing Users to Lemon8
TikTok is shutting down its photo-sharing app, TikTok Notes, on May 8. The app, which was tested in Canada, Australia, and Vietnam, will no longer be available.
Google Fixing Outdated Weather Issue on Pixel’s At a Glance Widget
Some Google Pixel users have noticed that their At a Glance widget has been showing old weather forecasts, as reported by Android Police.
Roblox Introduces Rewarded Video Ads for In-Game Perks
Roblox is launching a new Rewarded Video ads system that allows players to earn in-game currency and power-ups by watching advertisements, the company announced.
ChatGPT Reaches 20 Million Paying Subscribers, Generating Over $415M Monthly
OpenAI's ChatGPT has now surpassed 20 million paying subscribers, marking a significant milestone for the AI-powered chatbot.
WhatsApp Bans 9.7 Million Accounts in India in February for Rule Violations
WhatsApp on Tuesday said that it has banned over 9.7 million accounts in India during February 2025, citing violations of its Terms of Service.
What is the Ghibli Trend and How to Create Your Own?
The Ghibli Trend transforms photos into Studio Ghibli-style art using AI. Learn how to create your own magical anime-inspired images effortlessly!
OpenAI Expands Image Generation Access Amidst Record $40 Billion Funding
CEO Sam Altman announced in a post on X that OpenAI’s new image generator, powered by its GPT-4o model, is now accessible to all users. Previously, this feature was exclusive to paying ChatGPT subscribers.
OpenAI Secures Record $40 Billion Investment, Eyes AGI Future
OpenAI has secured a historic $40 billion investment round led by SoftBank, elevating its valuation to an astounding $300 billion. According to CNBC, this marks the largest private tech funding round in history.
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