TECHNOLOGY
Threads set to cross 100 mn users as Twitter traffic dips
Meta launched Threads last week for iOS and Android users in 100 countries, and it is currently the top free app on the App Store.
There are currently over 97 million accounts on the Threads app, based on the number badges that appear on Instagram profiles and indicate when someone joined the new app, reports Search Engine Journal.
Apple may launch MacBook with Samsung foldable display
While the product is expected to be unveiled in 2025, it will likely launch in 2026, reports SamMobile. Samsung's display division would gain influence, money and even more credibility if Apple introduced a foldable MacBook powered by Samsung Display, which would almost surely increase the popularity of foldables.
Threads to feature auto-delete posts option
In response to a feature request related to automatically delete posts after 90 days, Instagram head Adam Mosseri on Monday said" "I was thinking 30 but make it a user choice, but maybe 90 if better..." Meta launched Threads last week for iOS and Android users in 100 countries, and it is currently the top free app on the App Store.
Won’t regulate AI, will create guardrails to curb AI user harm: MoS IT
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has already sanctioned almost Rs 1,000 crore for IndiaAI -- a comprehensive programme that will be built around three Centres of Excellences, India Datasets programme, DI Bhashini platform and an ecosystem and partnership of government, academic, startups and Industry.
Top US authors sue OpenAI, Meta over copyright infringement
The lawsuits alleged that OpenAI's ChatGPT and Meta's LLaMA (a set of large language models) were trained on illegally-acquired datasets containing their works. Their works were allegedly acquired from "shadow library" websites like Bibliotik, Library Genesis, Z-Library, and others, noting the books are "available in bulk via torrent systems," reports The Verge.
Apps on Google Play with 1.5 mn installs found sending sensitive data to China
"Our engine detected two spyware hiding on the Google Play Store and affecting up to 1.5 million users. Both applications are from the same developer, pose as file management applications and feature similar malicious behaviours," said cyber security company Pradeo.
Twitter user Jack Sweeney joins Meta's Threads for tracking Musk's jet
Sweeney created "ElonMusksJet" on Threads to continue his project of tracking the movements of Musk's private jet. "Tracking Elon Musk's Private Jet (N628TS) with a bot using public ADS-B data As of now, the account has garnered 50,000 followers.
National Research Foundation will democratise research excellence in India: Experts
The Union Cabinet last month approved the introduction of the NRF Bill, 2023, in the Parliament, which will pave the way to establish the body that will seed, grow and promote research and development (R&D) across universities.
Meta's Twitter rival 'Threads' crosses 90 mn sign-ups
Meta launched Threads on Wednesday for iOS and Android users in 100 countries, and it is currently the top free app on the App Store. There are currently around 90 million accounts on the Threads app, based on the number badges.
Nord 3 brings flagship features to mid-range segment in India
A company spokesperson told IANS on Saturday that initial response to the Nord 3 has been incredibly positive, and “we firmly believe it is our best offering from the Nord segment yet”. “Nord 3 will provide users with the perfect balance of cutting-edge technology.
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