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Sanjay Patil is a ReturnByte journalist who writes about technology. Follow him on Twitter at @sanjaypatil
Check these top Children’s Day tech gift ideas including the Kindle. (Pexels) Gadgets 

Gadget-Loving Kids Rejoice! Check Out the Best Tech Toys for Children’s Day!

Sanjay Patil,

As Children’s Day arrives, what could be more delightful than presenting your child with practical and captivating technological gifts that aid their learning, while also ensuring their entertainment and safety? Although numerous options are accessible online, discovering the finest one can be challenging. To simplify your search, we have assembled a compilation of the finest tech gift suggestions that encompass education, security, enjoyment, and more, ensuring they are suitable for your child. Take a look at the ideas provided below. Children’s Day gift ideas Samsung Galaxy M34: The smartphone has…

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The attack on DP World's ports -- which handle 40 percent of Australia's freight trade -- forced them offline for days (Pixabay) News 

Safeguarding the Seas: Protecting Global Shipping from Cyber Attacks

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The recent cyberattack that caused significant disruption to multiple key ports in Australia served as a stark reminder of the escalating danger faced by the shipping industry, which is considered the vital backbone of the worldwide economy, according to government officials and experts. The attack on DP World’s ports – which handle 40 per cent of Australia’s cargo trade – forced them to shut down for days and was the latest in a string of breaches at the ports in recent years. – Who has been targeted? – Cyber attacks…

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India's AI market is expected to reach $11.78 billion by 2025 and add $1 trillion to the economy by 2035, with Indian companies having an advantage in automating processes using AI. (Pexels) News 

Tech Revolutionizing Emerging Markets!

Sanjay Patil

We, as consumers in emerging markets, are witnessing the emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a powerful force capable of revolutionizing various industries worldwide. Among its numerous applications, one area that holds great promise and potential impact is its ability to empower us. In countries like India, Bangladesh and across the African continent, AI is opening the door to greater access, affordability and convenience to essential services, improving the quality of life for millions of people. It’s time to learn how AI can help us. Michael Puscar, an entrepreneur, venture…

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The potential fallout of business-halting cyberattacks becomes too big to insure, issuers are seizing the moment. (Pixabay) News 

Cybersecurity Insurance: Catastrophe Bonds Ready to Take the Market by Storm!

Sanjay Patil

There is a possibility that cyber catastrophe bonds are on the verge of transitioning from private negotiations to becoming publicly traded in the debt markets. So-called kitty loans, which allocate hard-to-insure risks to capital markets investors in exchange for double-digit returns, are typically built around natural disasters like hurricanes. But when the potential fallout from business-stopping cyberattacks grows too large to insure, issuers seize the moment. Beazley Plc, which owns specialist insurance companies across Europe and the US, is exploring a potential $100 million cybercat loan, according to insurance-linked securities…

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Thalapathy Vijay's action extravaganza 'Leo' set to roar on Netflix. Check when and where to watch this super blockbuster online. (YouTube) News 

Stream Thalapathy Vijay’s Blockbuster Now – Leo OTT Release!

Sanjay Patil

The highly successful action film “Leo,” directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring Thalapathy Vijay, has taken the world by storm since its release on October 19, 2023. With its current box office earnings nearing an impressive ₹600 crore globally, the movie is now preparing for its highly anticipated online release. Creating a buzz worldwide, “Leo” made a significant impact by premiering in Tamil and also being screened in Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Leo OTT release: Plot and more “Leo” is a Tamil action thriller that unfolds the story of…

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Breathe easy with Mi: Check out top air purifiers from the Mi Air Purifier for Home to the Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite for a healthier home environment. (Amazon) News 

5 Models to Help You Breathe Easier: Check Out the Best Mi Air Purifiers!

Sanjay Patil

Amidst the escalating health concerns caused by pollution, it has become imperative to ensure clean indoor air. This is where air purifiers play a crucial role, particularly those manufactured by Xiaomi in India. These innovative devices employ advanced filters to effectively eliminate various pollutants and particles present in the air. Breathing fresh indoor air is vital to a healthy life, especially when the air outside is not so good. Xiaomi air purifiers are like superheroes that save you and your family from the harmful effects of polluted air. Let’s take…

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Apple iPhone 15 series allows you to check the battery cycle count. Let's take a look at how to do the same so that you can better assess your battery health. News 

Unlock the Secret to Longer iPhone 15 Battery Life: Check Your Cycle Count Now!

Sanjay Patil

Battery health is a major concern for all iPhone owners. When it starts to drop due to the chemical aging of lithium-ion batteries, many owners overthink it and may even think their battery may be faulty. In the past, correlating battery health with iPhone usage was challenging. However, now it has become quite easy because the iPhone 15 series allows you to check the number of battery cycles. Notably, this feature was limited to MacBooks, but it now also exists on iPhone 15 series models running iOS 17. This article…

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Amazon to discard Android on its devices with its new in-house Vega OS. (Amazon Developers) News 

Amazon’s Giant Leap: Fire TV Devices to Receive New Operating System!

Sanjay Patil

Amazon is said to be developing its own operating system, signaling a departure from its current reliance on Google’s Android system. This move means that future Amazon devices, including TVs, smart displays, and other smart products, could feature a new user interface, improved performance, and an overall different experience. Stay tuned to see what Amazon has in store for next year. Amazon’s own operating system According to a report from LowPass, Amazon is rumored to be rolling out an in-house operating system for Fire TVs and other devices, which means…

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Asteroid 2023 VT3 belongs to the Aten group of asteroids. (Pixabay) Space 

Asteroid Alert! House-sized Space Rock to Zoom Past Earth at 4.2 Million Kilometers!

Sanjay Patil,

NASA has utilized its sophisticated ground and space telescopes to monitor an asteroid that is set to come remarkably close to Earth today. These celestial bodies, commonly referred to as ancient space rocks, frequently have orbits that bring them in close proximity to our planet, an event known as a ‘close approach’. According to the Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS), an asteroid named Asteroid 2023 VT3 is currently en route and may reach its closest point to Earth on November 10. Asteroid 2023 VT3: Details This near-Earth space rock…

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Currently, new Signal users must share their phone numbers with others to connect. News 

Signal: No More Phone Numbers Needed – Find Out Why!

Sanjay Patil,

Encrypted messaging app Signal, also known as a WhatsApp competitor, is testing public account usernames to remove the need for users to share their phone numbers when connecting to the service. Currently, new Signal users must share their phone number with others to connect. Jim O’Leary, director of engineering at Signal, took to the microblogging platform X (formerly known as Twitter) and wrote: “Signal is testing a username feature. This would mean you don’t have to give out your phone number to the people you want to contact. You can…

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Boeing pioneers historic space exploration in collaboration with NASA's Artemis program, aiming to land the first woman and person of color on the Moon. (NASA/Jude Guidry) Space 

Boeing Rockets NASA into a New Era of Lunar Exploration!

Sanjay Patil

Boeing, a prominent player in human space exploration for more than 60 years, is poised to create a groundbreaking moment through its involvement in the NASA Artemis program. This endeavor aims to achieve a historic milestone by facilitating the landing of the first woman and the first individual of color on the Moon. Additionally, this ambitious initiative represents a substantial leap towards sustainable lunar exploration, encompassing a larger portion of the lunar landscape than ever before. Named after Artemis, the twin sister of the Greek god Apollo, the US space…

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Omegle was launched in 2009 and quickly became one of the most popular chat platforms in the world. News 

14 Years of Omegle: Founder’s Farewell Message

Sanjay Patil

Omegle, the popular video chat platform that randomly connects people online, is shutting down after 14 years. The decision was made by the creator of Omegle, Leif-K Brooks, because of the stress and cost involved in using it and fighting abuse. Omegle was launched in 2009 and quickly became one of the most popular chat platforms in the world. The site allowed users to connect with strangers from around the world and chat via video or text. The site became popular in India during the pandemic, apart from the US,…

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Rockstar Games, the developer behind GTA, has announced that the trailer for GTA 6 is set to release next month, in December. Here's what we know so far. Gaming 

GTA 6: Rockstar Games Rocks the World with Official Confirmation and December Trailer!

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Rockstar Games, the developer of the highly successful Grand Theft Auto series, has confirmed that the trailer for the next game in the series, which could be called GTA 6, will be released next month in December. This trailer is released to coincide with the 25th anniversary of Rockstar Games, owned by Take-Two Interactive. “We are very excited to announce that in early December we will release the first trailer for the next Grand Theft Auto. We look forward to many more years of sharing these experiences with you all,”…

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You can lock your Aadhaar biometric authentication to safeguard your details and prevent any nefarious entity from using it. Here's how it works. News 

Secure Your Aadhaar: Keep Your Identity Safe!

Sanjay Patil

Your Aadhaar card is one of the most important documents you have as a citizen of India and not only does it1. There is no denying that your Aadhaar number is security sensitive and sometimes when you accidentally leak this information, it can pose a security threat. But luckily, you can lock Aadhaar biometric authentication to secure your information and prevent malicious parties from using it to perform various tasks that can cause you losses. In theory, you should ideally lock your Aadhaar biometrics if you’ve misplaced your Aadhaar card…

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Flipkart co-founder is launching an AI-as-a-service startup. (Pixabay) News 

Binny Bansal Set to Take Off with AI-Powered Stealth Startup!

Sanjay Patil

After amassing a substantial wealth in the Indian e-commerce industry, billionaire Binny Bansal is now venturing into the AI-as-a-service sector with a startup that aims to cater to customers worldwide. This move allows him to tap into the rapidly expanding market segment. Bansal, who co-founded online retailer Flipkart and sold it to Walmart Inc., has hired 15 experts — mostly artificial intelligence researchers — for the project and plans to add more quickly, according to people familiar with the matter. He wants to offer AI capabilities, products and services to…

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Chris DeWolfe is a serial entrepreneur, best known for the social networking site MySpace, which he sold to News Corp. in 2005 for $580 million. (Reuters) Space 

AI-Powered Videos: MySpace Co-Founder’s New Company is Making it Happen!

Sanjay Patil,

Chris DeWolfe, the co-founder of MySpace Inc., has introduced his newest social-media creation that employs artificial intelligence to transform written content into video format. PlaiDay creates three-second clips for free after a few prompts. For example, typing “1970s male disco dancer” will produce a jumping animated video. Add your photo and the dancer will look like you. “When we started MySpace in 2003, the average person couldn’t create a website,” DeWolfe said in an interview. “Artificial intelligence is the next iteration of community and storytelling.” DeWolfe is a serial entrepreneur…

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The EU cybersecurity rules could have a serious impact on supply chains. Check what experts say. (AP) News 

Cybersecurity Rules Could Disrupt Supply Chains: Siemens and Ericsson Sound the Alarm!

Sanjay Patil

Siemens, Ericsson, Schneider Electric, and industry association DigitalEurope have cautioned that stringent EU regulations aimed at addressing cybersecurity threats in smart devices could potentially disrupt supply chains to a degree comparable to the disruptions witnessed during the pandemic. The Cyber Resilience Act, proposed by the European Commission last year, obliges manufacturers to assess the cyber security risks of their products and take measures to correct the problems for a period of five years or for the expected useful life of the products. The proposed rules would also apply to importers…

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Phones have become an easy target for hackers but there is a way that users can still have some control over their devices. News 

Secure Your Phone Now! Unlock the Power of Secret Codes to Keep Your Device Safe

Sanjay Patil

Smartphones are extremely important for everyone these days, not only because you call and chat with loved ones, but you also use them for things like paying, booking a taxi and other things. So it is an undeniable fact that smartphones have become easy targets for hackers who not only try to steal data but even collect confidential information like your bank account number. These concerns are legitimate, and law enforcement officials are aware of the challenges posed by such attacks, which can happen to anyone. So how do you…

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An artificial intelligence-powered tool that ultimately can predict which adoptive families will stay together. This algorithm designed by former researchers at an online dating service, could boost successful adoptions across the U.S. (AP) News 

AI Matchmaking Fails to Find Forever Homes for Vulnerable Foster Kids

Sanjay Patil

A portion of these individuals are without parents, while others have been taken away from their guardians. A significant number of them are older and face numerous challenges or disabilities. The majority carry the emotional wounds of being moved frequently between foster homes, separated from their siblings, or subjected to sexual and physical abuse. For decades, child welfare agencies have struggled with how to find sustainable homes for such vulnerable children and youth—a challenge so enormous that social workers can never guarantee a perfect fit. Thea Ramirez stepped into this…

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The largest cryptocurrency by market value rallied for a third day, pushing the price back to around $35,000, the highest level in about 18 months. (AFP) News 

Crypto Comeback: Bitcoin Doubles in Value in 2021!

Sanjay Patil,

In a remarkable comeback from a turbulent 2022 that led many doubters to anticipate the downfall of digital assets, Bitcoin has experienced a significant surge in value, more than doubling its worth this year. The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization rose for a third day, pushing the price back to about $35,000, the highest level in about 18 months. Bitcoin fell 64% last year amid industry scandals and bankruptcies. It reached a record close to $69,000 in late 2021. Growing expectations that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will allow…

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