YouTube’s New Tactic Against Ad-Blockers: Black Screen Delays
Several Reddit users have reported seeing black screens on YouTube before their videos play, with delays lasting from six to twenty seconds.
Robust Cybersecurity Measures Must for Global Health Tech Industry: Report
As the global healthcare industry embraces technology, with interconnected medical devices, there is an urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard patients' data, a report showed on Friday.
US Offers $10 Million Reward for Information on North Korean Maui Ransomware Hacker
The United States government has announced a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification or location of a North Korean hacker linked to the notorious Maui ransomware attacks.
WhatsApp Reaches 100 Million Monthly Active Users in the US
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced today on his WhatsApp channel that WhatsApp now has 100 million monthly active users in the US as of July 25th.
OpenAI Announces SearchGPT, Its AI-Powered Search Engine
OpenAI is making its highly anticipated entry into the search market with SearchGPT, an AI-powered search engine designed to provide real-time access to information across the internet.
Study Debunks Previous Research, Confirms No Amount of Drinking Alcohol Safe
The conventional wisdom that a daily glass of wine is beneficial for health is based on years of flawed scientific research, revealed a study on Thursday.
Google Maps to Alert about Road Widths, Flyovers, EV Charging Stations in India
Google on Thursday announced several new features to enable more efficient and sustainable journeys via Maps in India, powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and local partners.
How to Close Multiple Notepad Tabs at Once in Windows 11
While Notepad in Windows 11 doesn't offer a native "close all tabs" feature like some other applications, there are effective methods you can employ to streamline your workflow.
Starlink Now Operational On More Than 1,000 Aircraft: Musk
The affordable internet service Starlink is now operational on more than 1,000 aircraft, SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Thursday.
Every Hour 26 Lives Lost to Drowning Worldwide: WHO
About 236,000 lives every year, which can be 350 per day or 26 every hour, are lost due to drowning worldwide, said Saima Wazed, the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Director for South East Asia on Thursday.
NASA Achieves Milestone: Transmitting 4K Video to and from Space Using Laser Technology
In a first, NASA has used laser communication technology to send 4K video streams from an aircraft to the International Space Station (ISS) and back, a feat that will pave the way for providing live video coverage of astronauts on the Moon during the Artemis...
iPhones to Feature Live Video Streaming for 911 Calls with iOS 18
This new feature allows users to video chat with 911 dispatchers and emergency responders, enhancing their ability to locate and assist you quickly in emergencies.
Meta Shuts Down 63,000 Instagram Accounts in Nigeria for Financial Sextortion Scams
Meta has taken significant action against financial sextortion scams by shutting down 63,000 Instagram accounts based in Nigeria.
CrowdStrike Vows Improvements After Faulty Update Crashes 8.5 Million Windows Machines
CrowdStrike has released a detailed review of a faulty update that caused 8.5 million Windows machines to crash last week.
Apple Maps Public Beta Now Accessible on the Web
Apple has launched the public beta of Apple Maps for the web, making it possible for users worldwide to access Maps directly from their browsers.
Google Enhances Chrome’s Suspicious File Warnings and Scanning Features
Google has rolled out updates to Chrome's suspicious file warnings, aiming to provide clearer explanations for why certain downloads might be blocked.
South Korean Space Agency to Spend 380.8 Billion Won to Build 3 Industrial Parks
The Korea Aerospace Administration (KASA) on Wednesday said that it will spend 380.8 billion won ( equivalent to $274.8 million) for the next seven years to build three industrial parks for the space industry.
Tesla’s Profit Tanks 45 Pc in Q2, Musk Plans to Reveal Robotaxi in October
Elon Musk-run Tesla has reported $1.5 billion in profit for the April-June period (Q2) this year, down 45 percent from the same period in 2023.
Verizon Faces $16 Million Settlement with FCC Over TracFone Data Breaches
Verizon Communications is set to pay a $16 million settlement to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) following multiple data breaches at its subsidiary, TracFone Wireless.
Tech Firm Kakao’s Founder Arrested Over Alleged Stock Manipulation
The founder of South Korean tech giant Kakao, Kim Beom-su, has been arrested on charges of stock price manipulation related to the firm's takeover of K-pop powerhouse SM Entertainment last year, prosecutors said.
