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Google’s parent company Alphabet offered a massive amount of $23 billion (around Rs. 2 lakh crore) to acquire Wiz. (AP) News 

Startup faces difficult decision in turning down Rs. 200000 crore offer from Google

Adriana Marais

Cybersecurity startup Wiz has rejected Google’s substantial acquisition offer after reaching advanced talks. Google’s parent company Alphabet had proposed a significant amount of $23 billion (approximately Rs. 2 lakh crore) to acquire Wiz, potentially making it Google’s largest acquisition to date. According to a CNBC report, Wiz co-founder Assaf Rappaport informed staff in an internal memo about the decision to decline the offer. Why did Wiz turn down Google’s offer? According to an internal memo seen by CNBC, Wiz founder Assaf Rappaport said the company is interested in conducting an…

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Vivo V40 and Vivo V40 Pro smartphones are expected to be the slimmest smartphones as claimed by the company. News 

Specifications of Vivo V40 Pro unveiled before V40 launch in India: Details on camera, chipset and other features

Adarsh V.K,

The Vivo V40 series, consisting of the V40 and V40 Pro smartphones, is scheduled to be released in India in August 2024. Prior to the launch, Vivo has revealed key features and specifications of the upcoming V40 series. Here is a rundown of everything we currently know. Vivo V40 series camera details and more revealed Vivo praised the upcoming Vivo V40 Pro smartphone with a triple camera on the back. It has a 50MP Zeiss main camera with a Sony IMX816 sensor. In addition to this, the Vivo V40 Pro…

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Qualcomm will reveal new Snapdragon innovations at its "Snapdragon for India" event on July 30. (@Snapdragon_IN) News 

What to expect from Qualcomm’s launch of new Snapdragon PCs and mobile chipset in India on July 30

Adarsh V.K

Qualcomm India is set to hold the “Snapdragon for India” event in Delhi on July 30, where two significant announcements are expected to be made. The event’s promotional material showcases AI, the Snapdragon logo, AI in PCs, 5G, and WiFi as key themes. These hints point to the debut of Snapdragon X Elitepowered 5G Copilot PCs in India. There are also rumors of the release of new Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus PC models. In addition, Qualcomm may introduce a new mobile chipset during the event. Expected Snapdragon…

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The "EvilVideo" exploit in Telegram for Android has been identified and patched, highlighting the importance of keeping apps updated to protect against security threats. (Unsplash) News 

Major security flaw in Telegram’s Android app has been fixed

Adarsh V.K,

A major security flaw in the Telegram app for Android devices has been discovered by cybersecurity experts at ESET. This vulnerability, known as a “zero-day exploit,” enables attackers to send harmful files disguised as normal videos through Telegram chats. Referred to as “EvilVideo,” this exploit was found on a clandestine online forum in June 2024. Read more: Amazon sale: Best deals on laptops and gaming monitors from HP, Lenovo, MSI and more How “EvilVideo” utility works The attack allows hackers to distribute malicious files disguised as innocent 30-second videos. These files…

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Ukraine’s Office of the President News 

Researchers say that hackers linked to Russia have shut off heat to 600 Ukrainian apartment buildings during the winter.

Adarsh V.K, ,

Dragos, a cybersecurity firm, has identified malware capable of targeting industrial control systems (ICS) and causing them to engage in harmful actions such as shutting off heating and hot water. According to TechCrunch, this malware, known as FrostyGoop, was responsible for a recent incident in Lviv, Ukraine, where over 600 apartment buildings experienced a two-day loss of heat during freezing temperatures. Dragos says FrostyGoop is only the ninth known piece of malware designed to target industrial controllers. It is also the first to focus on Modbus, a widely used communications…

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Apple is set to roll out iOS 17.6 update for iPhone users (Apple) News 

iPhone users can expect the upcoming iOS 17.6 update: Discover the latest features and learn how to update your device

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Apple is set to release the iOS 17.6 update for iPhone users, following the beta version that was made available for testing on July 16. This update is expected to be the final one before the launch of iOS 18 alongside the rumored iPhone 16 in September. Here are some of the features to look forward to in iOS 17.6: New Catch up feature for live sports Sports fans can find a new Catch Up option in the TV app to catch important highlights of the live game. This feature…

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UPI Lite is quite a useful service for anyone who relies on their smartphone for day to day transactions. News 

Introducing UPI Lite: A Simplified Version of UPI for Easy Transactions

Adriana Marais,

The introduction of UPI Lite by RBI is a significant addition to the digital payment landscape, ensuring seamless transactions for users even without an active internet connection. This new feature, part of the growing popularity of UPI, allows users to make small value transactions easily by simply entering a phone number or scanning a QR code. NPCI has been proactive in rolling out new features and services to enhance the UPI experience and maintain its efficiency. What is UPI Lite? UPI Lite is an online wallet developed by the National…

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GM/Cruise/Honda News 

GM puts on hold the autonomous Cruise Origin shuttle van

Adriana Marais, ,

General Motors has decided to halt production of the autonomous Cruise Origin shuttle van. The company, which owns a majority stake in Cruise, announced that Cruise will now prioritize the development of the next-generation Chevy Bolt. Last year, GM discontinued the previous Bolt model due to a transition away from an outdated battery system, but did not disclose any plans for a new model at that time. According to a letter to shareholders from GM CEO Mary Barra, the indefinite delay of the van “relates to the regulatory uncertainty we…

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Intel News 

Intel has resolved its persistent desktop CPU instability problems

Adriana Marais

In late 2022, reports of instability problems with the 13th-gen Intel desktop CPUs began to surface shortly after their release. These issues continued, with users experiencing sudden crashes on PCs with the 14th-gen CPUs as well. Intel has now identified the cause of these crashes and failures and has committed to releasing a fix by next month. In its announcement, Intel said that based on an extensive analysis of the processors returned to the company, it has determined that the increased operating voltage caused instability problems. Apparently, it’s because the…

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Amazon News 

Prime Video receives a long-awaited update with improved user interface, including a new content bar and AI-powered recommendations.

Sanjay Patil, ,

Amazon Prime Video, known for its wide range of original content such as Fallout, The Boys, and Rings of Power, has previously been criticized for its cluttered and confusing layout compared to competitors like Netflix. However, the company is now introducing a new UI that aims to provide a more intuitive and streamlined streaming experience. Prime Video’s redesign starts with a streamlined navigation bar that should make it easier to navigate. The bar on the left contains the general categories Home, Movies, TV Shows, Sports and Live TV. Immediately to…

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iRobot News 

iRobot introduces first cleaning machine that automatically washes and dries its mopping pad

Adriana Marais,

iRobot introduced its latest high-end robot vacuum on Tuesday, the Roomba Combo 10 Max Robot + AutoWash Dock. This model automatically cleans and dries the mopping pad, a task that had to be done manually with previous combo vacuums. However, with a price tag of $1,399, many consumers may opt to wait for future generations of the product to offer similar features at a more affordable price. Cleaning robots exist to automate tasks that are a pain for us, and the Roomba Combo 10 Max Robot expands on that. iRobot…

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a reduction in Basic Customs Duty on smartphone components from 20% to 15%. This move may help in making entry-level 5G smartphones more affordable.  News 

Don’t anticipate significant price drops for smartphones following Budget 2024

Adriana Marais

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a reduction in Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on smartphone components in the Union Budget 2024. The BCD on items like printed circuit boards and mobile chargers will be decreased from 20% to 15%. While this move may suggest a potential decrease in smartphone prices in India, experts believe that the market may not see significant changes. Factors such as thin profit margins, rising chipset costs, currency fluctuations, and fierce competition in the smartphone market could limit the benefits passed on to consumers. Market leaders…

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ASSOCIATED PRESS News 

EU officials suggest that Meta’s paid ‘ad-free’ plan could be breaching consumer laws.

Adarsh V.K,

The European Commission is displeased with Meta’s business model that allows users in the EU, European Economic Area, and Switzerland to choose between using Facebook and Instagram with targeted ads for free or paying for a monthly subscription for an ad-free experience. Officials from the Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) network – a group of national authorities that oversee EU consumer protection laws – have suggested that Meta may be breaching consumer law on a ‘pay or consent’ basis. The Commission, which is the executive body of the European Union, coordinates…

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Amazon implements stricter measures to monitor office attendance, addressing the practice of "coffee badging" and reinforcing its return-to-office policy amidst employee resistance. (Unsplash) News 

Amazon is implementing strict measures to crack down on ‘coffee badging’ in order to enforce its return-to-office policy.

Nitin Misra

Amazon has implemented more stringent policies to monitor the time corporate workers spend at the office in an effort to combat the phenomenon known as “coffee badging.” This practice involves employees simply stopping by the office, sometimes just to get a coffee, to fulfill the company’s return-to-office (RTO) guidelines without actually working there. Under the updated guidelines, employees in different departments, including retail and cloud computing, are now required to spend a minimum of two hours per visit to the office, with certain teams mandated to stay for at least…

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MediaTek's upcoming Dimensity 8400 chipset could offer high performance and cost efficiency, potentially surpassing Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in benchmarks. (Realme) News 

Potential showdown: MediaTek’s Dimensity 8400 chipset could outperform Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in the future

Sanjay Patil

MediaTek is preparing to release its upcoming Dimensity 8400 chipset later this year, aiming to establish a strong presence in the mid-range smartphone processor market. Leaked information indicates that the chipset has surpassed performance expectations, potentially surpassing some of Qualcomm’s recent releases. Performance benchmarks According to a post on Weibo by Clues Digital Chat Station, the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 has recorded AnTuTu benchmark scores between 1.7 million and 1.8 million. This represents a significant improvement over Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, which has varying performance scores but generally falls…

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ASSOCIATED PRESS News 

Google has decided not to eliminate third-party cookies in Chrome as previously planned

Adriana Marais,

Google announced on Monday that it will not be eliminating third-party cookies in Chrome as previously planned. Instead, the company will be introducing a new feature that will give users more control over their web browsing preferences. Google stated that removing cookies would have negative effects on online publishers and advertisers. This decision represents a major change from Google’s original goal of phasing out third-party cookies by 2025. “[We] propose an updated approach that increases user choice,” wrote Anthony Chavez, vice president of Google’s Privacy Sandbox initiative. “Instead of removing…

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Infinix's new 720-degree SphereTech NFC technology offers doubled signal range and a 200% increase in card reading area, enhancing transaction reliability and usability across different angles. (representative image) (Unsplash) News 

Infinix introduces innovative 720-degree spheretech NFC technology

Adarsh V.K

Infinix, a popular consumer technology brand, has introduced its newest advancement in near-field communication (NFC) technology called the 720-degree SphereTech NFC. This innovative technology improves signal range and card reading area compared to current NFC solutions. The company has not yet revealed which smartphones will include this new technology. Development of NFC technology Infinix describes 720-degree SphereTech NFC as a proprietary and proprietary technology that significantly improves current NFC capabilities. According to the company, this new technology doubles the signal range compared to existing NFC systems and expands the card…

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Reliance Jio's updated Rs. 349 prepaid plan now offers 30 days of validity and 60GB of data, including unlimited 5G access in supported regions. (JIO) News 

Reliance Jio enhances Rs. 349 prepaid plan, now offers 30 days validity- Complete information provided

Jim Hendler

Reliance Jio has made changes to its Rs. 349 prepaid recharge plan, signaling a significant update to its telecom services. This modification follows recent price increases on a range of prepaid and postpaid plans. The revamped Rs. 349 plan, now known as Hero 5G, was made in response to customer input, the company stated. Reliance Jio revised plan details Updated Rs. The 349 prepaid plan now offers users a 30-day validity period, up from the previous 28-day validity period. Despite this extension, the daily limit remains at 2 GB per…

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Travellers from around the globe will now be able to make safe and easy payments in India via UPI with NPCI's newly launched service. (NPCI) News 

NPCI introduces new service allowing international travellers in India to conveniently use UPI: Read more for details

Adarsh V.K

The ‘UPI One World’ wallet service has been introduced by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to provide convenient digital payment options for international visitors in India. This initiative aims to streamline financial transactions for foreign nationals and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) from G20 nations, improving their overall travel experience within the country. Read more: Bengaluru woman lost 1.2 crore to online scam: Here’s what happened Easy UPI connection for Travelers The UPI One World wallet acts as a prepaid instrument (PPI) linked to India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI), allowing…

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ASSOCIATED PRESS News 

Apple accused of not fully reporting suspected CSAM on its platforms

Adriana Marais, ,

Apple is facing allegations of downplaying the extent of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on its platforms. According to the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC), a UK-based child protection charity, Apple only reported 267 suspected CSAM cases to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) globally last year. That pales in comparison to the 1.47 million possible cases reported by Google and the 30.6 million reported by Meta. Other platforms that reported more potential CSAM incidents than Apple in 2023 include TikTok (590,376),…

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