Windows Snipping Tool Getting Instant QR Code Detection
Microsoft has enhanced the Snipping Tool with a convenient new feature: automatically detecting and decoding QR codes within screenshots.
Microsoft Launching Dedicated Xbox Store in July
Microsoft confirmed it's launching a brand-new Xbox mobile gaming store in July.
Canada Imposes $4.38 Million Fine on Binance for Anti-Money Laundering Violations
Canadian regulators have fined cryptocurrency exchange Binance $4.38 million for failing to comply with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.
HBO Max Approaches 100 Million Subscriber Milestone
The streaming wars are heating up, and HBO Max is making major strides.
TikTok Adds “AI-Generated” Label for Third-Party Content
TikTok is introducing automated labeling to flag content generated using AI tools, even those created on third-party platforms if they contain metadata tags indicating the presence of AI-generated content.
Dell Warns Customers of Major Data Breach Affecting 49 Million
Dell has issued a data breach notification, confirming that a cybersecurity incident has potentially compromised the personal information of approximately 49 million customers.
1st Human Implanted with Neuralink Brain Chip Completes 100 Days: Musk
Elon Musk on Thursday said his brain-computer interface company Neuralink has achieved 100 successful days with the first human implanted with a brain chip.
Semiconductor Giant SK Hynix Develops Next-Gen AI Chip for Smartphones
South Korean chipmaker SK hynix said on Thursday it has developed a next-generation mobile NAND solution designed for on-device artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
Fraudulent Webshop Network Targets Over 850,000 People
A large-scale webshop fraud operation, nicknamed "BogusBazaar," has reportedly stolen credit card details from over 850,000 unsuspecting victims across the United States and Europe.
University System of Georgia Discloses Data Breach Impacting 800,000 Individuals
The University System of Georgia (USG) has confirmed a significant data breach that occurred in May 2023, affecting the personal information of approximately 800,000 individuals.
EU Asks for More Details on X’s Content Moderation Activities, Resources
The European Commission sent Elon Musk-run X a request for information (RFI) under the Digital Services Act (DSA), seeking more details on the company's content moderation activities and resources, on the risk assessment conducted by the implementation of generative AI tools in the European Union...
5 Big Announcements From Apple’s ‘Let Loose’ Event
Apple has made big announcements at its 'Let Loose' event in which it unveiled the new iPad Pro, M4 chip, redesigned 11-inch and all-new 13-inch iPad Air with M2 chip, Final Cut Pro for iPad 2, and the all-new Logic Pro for iPad 2 and for Mac 11.
China’s Chang’e-6 Enters Lunar Orbit after Near-Moon Braking
China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe has successfully entered its circumlunar orbit, the China National Space Administration (CNSA) said on Wednesday.
Six Austrians Busted in Major Crypto Scam
Law enforcement agencies from Austria, Cyprus, and Czechia have arrested six Austrians responsible for an online cryptocurrency scam.
U.S. Charges Russian National with Developing and Operating LockBit Ransomware
The U.S. Justice Department unsealed charges today against a Russian national for his alleged role as the creator, developer, and administrator of the LockBit ransomware group from its inception in September 2019 through the present. At times, LockBit was the most prolific ransomware group in...
Four Automakers to Recall over 7,783 Vehicles for Faulty Parts
Hyundai Motor, Kia, and two other carmakers will recall over 7,700 vehicles due to faulty components, the transport ministry here said on Wednesday.
Apple Launches iPad Pro with M4 Chip and AI Capabilities
Apple on Tuesday refreshed its tablet line-up, with iPad Pro models housing new M4 chip and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.
TikTok Sues US Govt to Block Potential Ban
TikTok has filed a legal challenge against the US government over a law forcing ByteDance to sell off the ultra-popular app or face a nationwide ban in the country.
Starliner Will Fly NASA Astronauts to Space on May 10: Boeing
After being scrubbed two hours before launch, Boeing now aims to launch the Starliner’s first crewed mission on May 10, it said on Tuesday.
AWS to Invest Additional $9 Billion in Singapore to Grow Its Cloud Infrastructure
Amazon Web Services (AWS) on Tuesday said it will invest an additional $9 billion in Singapore over the next five years to grow its cloud infrastructure and services in the country.
