TECHNOLOGY

YouTube Music testing 'Samples' tab, may bring Shorts to the platform
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YouTube Music's bottom bar on Android and iOS has consisted of Home, Explore, and Library for several years and now it is testing a 'Samples' tab between the main and discovery/trending feeds that shows vertical music videos, according to 9to5Google.
China-sponsored hackers targeting critical US infrastructure: Microsoft
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The tech giant uncovered stealthy and targeted malicious activity focused on post-compromise credential access and network system discovery aimed at critical infrastructure organisations in the US. "The attack was carried out by Volt Typhoon, a state-sponsored actor based in China. This campaign is pursuing development of capabilities.
iOS 17 new feature may turn locked iPhones into smart home displays: Report
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According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the phone's interface will display information like calendar appointments, weather, and notifications when it's locked and placed horizontally. Gurman also mentioned that the interface will work similarly to smart home devices from Google and Amazon. Moreover, the report mentioned that the feature will.
Opera unveils ChatGPT-powered integrated AI side panel 'Aria'
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With Aria, users will get access to generative AI services for free. "Aria is both a web and a browser expert that allows you to collaborate with AI while looking for information on the web, generating text or code, or getting your product queries answered,
DeSantis tech fiasco top story on earth, all Prez candidates welcome on Twitter: Musk
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Reacting to how traditional media described the technical glitch, Musk said: "I call it massive attention. Top story on Earth today." He further said: "All Presidential candidates are most welcome on this platform." The livestream event was hosted by Musk and David Sacks, a tech entrepreneur. "This was by far the biggest room ever held on.
Sony announces handheld device for PS5, to launch later this year
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The 'Project Q' dedicated device, launching later this year, enables people to play any compatible game installed on PS5 console using Remote Play over Wi-Fi2.
Meta conducts another layoff round, 6K jobs to be axed
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These job cuts were part of the company's so-called "Year of Efficiency," in which Meta is being restructured to cut costs, reports TechCrunch. The third round of layoffs affected Meta's business departments. Meta Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in March that the company will cut 10,000 jobs across two rounds of layoffs in late April and late May.
Netflix password sharing crackdown begins, extra member to cost $8 a month
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The streaming giant announced its crackdown on password sharing beginning in the US. "Starting today, we will be sending this email to members who are sharing Netflix outside their household in the United States," Netflix said in a statement late on Tuesday.
Snapchat now has over 200 mn monthly active users in India
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Snap said it continues to invest in India through a localised platform experience, local content initiatives and partnerships, and a dedicated focus on regional creators via Spotlight and Stories.
Microsoft brings AI to Windows 11 to unlock new productivity era
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The tech giant at its annual �Build 2023' conference introduced Windows Copilot, making Windows 11 the first PC platform to announce centralised AI assistance to help people easily take action and get things done.
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