TECHNOLOGY
Telecommunication Bill 2023 Grants Government Authority to Suspend or Prohibit Equipment Usage from Nations for National Security Reasons
Additionally, the government can take measures during war or for national security, including specifying trusted sources for procurement and suspending or prohibiting the use of specified telecommunication equipment and services from certain countries or individuals. The Bill was introduced amid disruptions in the Lok Sabha.
Musk Offers Assurance to Bankers: No Losses Expected on Loans for Twitter Acquisition, Report
Ad sales reportedly fell due to Musk's support for antisemitism, prompting major advertisers to leave the platform. With $1.2 billion in annual interest payments, X faces financial challenges, risking bankruptcy if unable to meet obligations.
Study Finds LinkedIn Usage Linked to Triggering Imposter Syndrome
Despite the platform's benefits in career advancement, the study underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing the negative psychological effects of professional social networking sites.
IT Sector Faces Recession Fears: Infosys and Major Players Announce Significant Cuts in Pay Hikes and Promotions
Despite uncertainties, experienced workers believe that companies resilient through previous recessions will navigate this phase, considering it a natural cycle in the IT industry. Infosys, in communication with its staff, expressed gratitude for their support during these challenging times.
Wealthy White Men's Privileged Access to OpenAI's Technology: Report
OpenAI's mission of ensuring AI benefits all of humanity appears at odds with its current board composition. Board Chair Bret Taylor emphasized the commitment to forming a diverse board, acknowledging its importance for OpenAI's future.
Instagram Unveils Customizable 'Add Yours' Templates in Latest Feature Update
To craft an 'Add Yours' template, start by uploading a Story, incorporating GIFs, customized text, or gallery images. Then, utilize the “Add Yours Templates” sticker, selecting the elements to pin down.
Google Expands Pixel Device Repair Options, Unveils New Diagnostics Application
Further, Google revamped its Help page, offering guidance for self-repairing Pixel devices.
Amazon's 'Project Kuiper' Internet Satellites to Function as a Mesh Network
Project Kuiper is moving ahead with satellite manufacturing, preparing for a full-scale deployment starting in H1 2024, with early customer pilots expected in H2 2024.
X Corp Takes Strict Action: Bans Over 300,000 Accounts for Policy Violations in India During November
This move aligns with the regulatory requirements for platforms exceeding 5 million users to publish monthly compliance reports. In the previous reporting period, X had banned 2,34,584 accounts in India, illustrating an ongoing commitment to user safety and content moderation.
Meta Quest VR Users Can Now Access Xbox Cloud Gaming
The service allows users to browse and play games from the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate library, offering different display sizes and immersive virtual spaces or views of physical surroundings with Quest 3 or Pro's Passthrough feature.
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