TECHNOLOGY
Chinese hackers behind new SolarWinds software attack: Microsoft
A Microsoft Threat Intelligence Centre (MSTIC) team detected a zero-day remote code execution exploit, being used to attack SolarWinds Serv-U FTP software in limited and targeted attacks. "MSTIC attributes this campaign with high confidence to DEV-0322, a group operating out of China, based on observed victimology, tactics, and procedures," the company said in an update on Wednesday.
ASUS unveils new Chromebooks in India
The new range of Chromebooks -- Flip C214, C223, C423 (touch and non-touch variants) and AC523 (touch and non-touch variants) -- will be available on Flipkart from July 22 onwards across the country. Powered by Intel Dual-core 64-bit processors and 4GB LPDDR4 RAM, Chromebooks give consumers the freedom of up to 10-11 hours' battery life for productivity and multi-tasking.
Noise unveils new smartwatch at Rs 4,499
"We, at Noise, are elated to introduce India's first smartwatch with the biggest display, a fully-packed Noise Health Suite and productivity features under 5K," " Noise Co-Founder Gaurav Khatri, said in a statement. "ColorFit Ultra offers them an open ground to indulge in several activities that offer them more personalised intelligence on their health," he added.
Timex Group unveils affordable 'Helix Smartwatch 2.0'
The Helix Smartwatch 2.0 features a 1.55-inch display in a sleek wrist band and offers five colour options. The entire collection is made and assembled in India and carefully designed for the present-day fitness and health enthusiasts, keeping their requirements at just a hands distance, the company said in a statement. Helix Smart 2.0 is available on Amazon and the company's website.
Clubhouse launches new messaging system Backchannel
Invite-only audio chat app Clubhosue is launching its messaging system -- Backchannel -- for the users on both iOS and Android. The company said that Backchannel has both 1:1 and group chat and an optional second inbox for message requests. "If you're a speaker, you can use Backchannel to chat with your co-hosts, plan what question to ask next, or decide who to pull up from the audiencen" the company said in a statement.
Battlegrounds Mobile India esports with Rs 1 cr prize begins July 19
The registrations for the tournament kicks off on July 19 and the event would have five stages spanning over three months. The video game developer has announced a prize pool of Rs 1 crore for this inaugural series. "Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2021 attempts to offer a platform to the beloved players of Battlegrounds in India to showcase their skills on the grand stage," the company said in a statement.
Facebook plans to invest $1 billion to empowering creators
Facebook has announced that it is planning to invest over $1 billion in programmes that give creators new ways to earn money for the content they create on Facebook and Instagram. This investment will include new bonus programmes that pay eligible creators for hitting certain milestones when they use creative and monetisation tools.
After Amazon, Facebook doesn't want Lina Khan to probe antitrust case
According to a Wall Street Journal report, Facebook has sought the recusal of the FTC Chair "from the agency's deliberations on whether to file a new antitrust case against the company". After Amazon, Facebook has also said that the Lina Khan-led US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shouldn't decide the future of its antitrust case.
Netflix launches two new kid-friendly features
While Kids Top 10 will be launched on Wednesday, the Kids Recap Email will hit parents inboxes biweekly starting July 16. The Kids Recap Email will roll out globally to all members who have one active kids profile set up on their account, and Kids Top 10 will roll out across devices (except AppleTV) in 93 countries. The Kids Top 10 rows feature the most popular children's content.
boAt unveils its 1st gaming headphone at Rs 2,499
The gaming headphone is available in two colours -- black and white sabre -- on Amazon and the boAt website. "We are very excited to launch our very first gaming headphone -- the Immortal 1000D in India," Sameer Mehta, Co-Founder, boAt, said in a statement. With Dolby Atmos available on the boAt Immortal 1000D, players will be able to unlock incredible immersive audio.
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