Tech & Startup

Microsoft update breaks Linux on dual-boot systems

Microsoft's latest security update has inadvertently caused significant disruption for users who run both Windows and Linux on the same machine. The update, which was designed to address a two-year-old vulnerability in the GRUB boot loader—a critical piece of software used by many Linux systems—has led to widespread issues with Linux installations failing to boot.
21 August 2024, 11:10 AM

Mafia 4, new Call of Duty and more: Announcements so far from Gamescom 2024

The Gamescom event delivered on its promise of many new game announcements, alongside updates and trailers for highly anticipated titles.
21 August 2024, 10:40 AM

Microsoft launches unified Teams app for both personal and work use

Microsoft has just launched a unified Teams app that supports both personal and work accounts on Windows 11, Windows 10, and Mac. This new version eliminates the need for separate apps, which previously confused users who had to juggle between 'Microsoft Teams (free)' for personal use and 'Microsoft Teams (work or school)' for professional and educational purposes.
21 August 2024, 10:26 AM

JBL's new earbuds offer a larger touchscreen

JBL has unveiled an upgraded version of its popular wireless earbuds, the JBL Tour Pro 3.
21 August 2024, 10:25 AM

How to track floods online

With water levels rising at an alarming rate, it is important to stay aware and cautious. Here are two ways users can track the flood.
21 August 2024, 06:54 AM

Google hit with a revived lawsuit over personal data collection

A US appeals court has announced that Google must face a revived lawsuit from Google Chrome users, who claim that Google collected their personal information without their permission, even though they chose not to sync their browsers with their Google accounts.
21 August 2024, 04:17 AM

Apple to produce iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max in India: report

Apple is set to manufacture its most premium upcoming iPhone models, the yet-to-be-announced iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, in India for the first time this year, as per a recent report by Bloomberg News. 
20 August 2024, 09:03 AM

"I really hate generative AI", says Procreate CEO

James Cuda, CEO of the graphics editing app Procreate, has recently stated that the company has no plans to introduce generative AI tools in its line of products. In a video posted on Procreate's official X account, Cuda publicly stated his stance on AI-generated art, saying, "I really hate generative AI. I don't like what's happening in the industry, and I don't like what it's doing to our artists."
20 August 2024, 06:36 AM

One year in, EU turning up heat in big tech fight

Since August 2023, the world's biggest digital platforms have faced the toughest ever tech regulations in the European Union -- which shows no sign of slowing down in enforcing them.
20 August 2024, 06:25 AM

The art of embracing feedback for self-improvement

In today's fast-paced competitive workplace, a small positive comment like "Good job" from your employer can go a long way. Inversely, a negative comment can leave you feeling deflated - and repeated instances can even lead to burnout and wanting to quit. However, when approached with the right mindset, both types of feedback can significantly contribute to professional development.
20 August 2024, 03:32 AM

Ola electric hits $7 billion valuation after e-motorcycle launch and battery plan

Ola Electric Mobility, India’s leading e-scooter manufacturer, saw its valuation soar to 586.64 billion rupees ($6.99 billion) on Friday, following the launch of its new line of electric motorcycles.
20 August 2024, 03:20 AM

Chrome for Android to hide sensitive information during screen sharing: Report

Google is taking steps to enhance privacy on its Chrome browser for Android by redacting sensitive information such as credit card details and passwords during screen sharing and recording sessions, according to a report by Bleeping Computer.
20 August 2024, 03:00 AM

Google Play Security Reward Program to end submissions by August 31

Google has announced that it will be closing the Google Play Security Reward Program (GPSRP) for new submissions on August 31, 2024.
19 August 2024, 13:42 PM

Intel’s latest processor series set for launch in October: Reports

Intel's Arrow Lake series, officially known as the Core Ultra 200 series, is scheduled for release on 10th October, according to a report from Benchlife.
19 August 2024, 13:37 PM

Mike Lynch reported missing after yacht sinks off Sicily

Mike Lynch, a British tech entrepreneur, is reported missing after a luxury yacht was struck by a violent storm and sank off the Sicilian capital Palermo on Monday.
19 August 2024, 13:26 PM

X - major misinformation source on communal violence in Bangladesh: Rumor Scanner

X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has been identified as a major platform for spreading misinformation about communal violence in Bangladesh, as per a recent report by Rumor Scanner, a Bangladeshi fact-checking organisation. The investigation identified 50 accounts in X responsible for promoting misleading content that reached over 154 million views between August 5 and 13.
19 August 2024, 12:32 PM

What to expect from the upcoming iPhone 16

The upcoming inclusion to Apple's signature line of iPhones, the iPhone 16, is rumoured to make its debut next month, as per reliable Apple analyst Mark Gurman. Here is a brief breakdown of the expectations on iPhone 16 and its variants, so far. Please keep in mind that these details are currently not officially confirmed by Apple.
19 August 2024, 10:09 AM

Windows 11 update to remove FAT32 partition size limit after nearly 3 decades

Microsoft is set to remove the 32GB size limit for FAT32 partitions in Windows 11, a restriction that has been in place for nearly 30 years.
19 August 2024, 03:30 AM

OpenAI blocks Iranian accounts for deceptive US election content

OpenAI recently announced that it has shut down several Iranian accounts that were using ChatGPT to create deceptive content regarding the US presidential election.
18 August 2024, 11:28 AM

Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
18 August 2024, 07:42 AM