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Kimi app posed as a vision testing app but, upon opening, revealed a collection of TV shows and movies for users to download and watch. News 

A Vision Test Disguised as a Pirated Movies App Successfully Infiltrates the Apple App Store

Adriana Marais,

Apps that violate the rules of Apple’s App Store or Google Play are rarely made available to users. However, sometimes they manage to bypass the reviewers and are downloaded several times from the App Store or Play Store. One such case is Apple’s App Store’s Kimi app, which streams pirated movies and unexpectedly reached No. 8 on the trending list of free entertainment apps on the Apple iOS App Store, as reported by The Verge. The app posed as an eye test app, but when opened revealed a collection of…

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Apple has won an exemption for its iMessage and Microsoft for its Bing search engine from new EU tech rules. What does this mean for the users? News 

iMessage and Bing Users in Europe Score a Major Victory for Apple and Microsoft

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BRUSSELS: Apple has won an exemption for iMessage and its Microsoft Bing search engine from new EU tech rules after the companies convinced antitrust authorities that their services are not gateways for businesses to reach end users. The European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), which comes into effect in three weeks, requires Microsoft, Apple, Alphabet’s Google, Amazon, Meta Platforms and ByteDance to allow third-party apps or app stores on their platforms and make it easier for people to switch competitors. Companies are also prohibited from favoring their services over their…

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Musk has ambitions to get people on the Red Planet and make humans a multiplanetary species in the near future. Space 

One Million Individuals Reside on Mars

Nitin Misra,

Elon Musk has many dreams, but his biggest mission is the day he gets people to settle on Mars. The owner of X and Tesla is clearly enamored with the prospect of getting humanity to plant its flag on another planet, and Musk is ready to use all his resources to get a million people to Mars in the near future. “We’re coming up with a game plan to put a million people on Mars. Civilization will only pass the big filter of one planet when Mars can survive even…

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While Apple and Microsoft will escape the scope of the EU's tech crackdown, they will still face new obligations to prevent abuse of their dominance in other parts of their business. (REUTERS) News 

EU’s Big Tech Crackdown Avoided by Apple iMessage and Microsoft Bing

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Apple Inc.’s iMessage and Microsoft Corp.’s Bing search engine, Edge web browser, and Advertising service will be exempt from the stringent new regulations imposed by the European Union to control the activities of major technology platforms. The investigation concluded that the services do not have a dominant enough position to be regulated under the EU Digital Market Act, the European Commission announced on Tuesday. Apple and Microsoft said they were pleased with the decision in separate statements after the announcement. The decision by EU regulators is a win for the…

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According to Meta’s India monthly reports under the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, the period from January 2023 to December 2023 saw action against 1,21,80,300 crore such content pieces News 

Meta’s Facebook and Instagram took action against more than 100 million pieces of ‘Child Endangerment’ content in 2023.

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In 2023, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, Meta, rejected more than a million content related to child endangerment caused by nudity, physical abuse and sexual abuse. According to Meta India’s monthly reports, the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, from January 2023 to December 2023 targeted 1,21,80,300 million such content. The company said: “We measure the number of pieces of content (such as posts, photos, videos or comments) and take action to ensure that they are against our standards. This metric shows the…

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AI roundup: Catch all the news about AI today, February 13, 2024. (Pixabay) AI 

Today’s AI news: Google expresses optimism about AI in India, OpenAI CEO raises concerns about AI risks, and more.

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Governments and corporations worldwide are seeking to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to drive growth and explore new revenue streams. A recent study by Google sheds light on India’s perspective on this emerging technology, revealing that India is the most optimistic country when it comes to AI. However, it is important to acknowledge the potential risks associated with AI. The CEO of OpenAI has expressed concerns about the dangers that may arise if there are discrepancies between technology objectives and expectations. Stay updated on the latest developments in the world…

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Nothing Phone 2a is expected to be an affordable model with focus on people who want to use its phones but not pay a lot of money. News 

No official launch date announced for Nothing Phone 2a, Indian users to receive the new phone as well.

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The Nothing Phone 2a release date has been confirmed, and contrary to rumors, the new Nothing Phone model is not launching this month. The Phone 2a will be unveiled at a global event on March 5, and will also attract eager viewers in India. Nothing has launched two phones so far and both cater to the premium segment. The Phone 2a is likely to change this for the brand as it looks to improve its image in the market and cater to more consumers. None Phone 2a Start date and…

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Apple decided to shut down the access to its platform for Beeper Mini which was offering iMessage service on Android phones. News 

Regulatory Pressure Mounts on Apple for Shutting Down Beeper Mini App

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US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioner Brendan Carr on Tuesday sought an investigation into Apple over the Beeper Mini app, which briefly enabled messaging interoperability between iOS and Android. During the “State of the Net Conference,” Carr said the regulator should determine whether Apple’s move is “compliant with the FCC’s Part 14 rules” on accommodating users with disabilities. “I asked the FCC to investigate whether Apple violated our Part 14 rules by blocking Beeper Mini — the app that enabled iOS and Android messaging to work together,” he wrote to…

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Mark Zuckerberg announced that Threads is testing a new feature allowing users to view trending topics on the platform, similar to X's Trending section. News 

Meta’s Threads to Introduce ‘Today’s Topics’ Feature, Unveiling Current Trends

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When Meta’s Threads debuted last year to compete with X (formerly known as Twitter), the user experience was very simple. It lacked tags, a web-based interface, and the ability to independently delete a Threads profile, requiring users to delete their entire Instagram profile. However, Meta has been responsive to user feedback and has gradually introduced various features to the app thanks to its growing user base. Recently, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that Threads is testing a new feature that will allow users to view trending topics on the platform.…

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The world will need a unified policy to rein in future advances in AI, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said. (AFP) AI 

Sam Altman of OpenAI Suggests UAE as a Global AI Testing Ground

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Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has suggested that the United Arab Emirates has the potential to become a global “regulatory sandbox” for experimenting with artificial intelligence technologies. He believes that the UAE could eventually take the lead in establishing worldwide regulations to restrict the use of AI. “It’s very difficult to get all the regulatory ideas right in a vacuum,” Altman told the UAE’s AI minister in a virtual presentation at the World Governments Summit. “And if there was a low-key way to give people a future and let…

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stressed that the AI industry, like OpenAI, shouldn't be in the driver's seat when it comes to making regulations governing the industry. (AFP) News 

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman cautions about potential dangers of artificial intelligence due to ‘misalignments’

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On Tuesday, the CEO of OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, expressed concerns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence that keep him up at night. Specifically, he highlighted the risks associated with “subtle societal misalignments” that could potentially lead to disastrous consequences caused by these systems. Sam Altman, speaking at a world government summit in Dubai via video call, reiterated his call for a body like the International Atomic Energy Agency to oversee artificial intelligence, which is likely to advance faster than the world expects. “There are some things that…

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XNote is available for purchase via a Kickstarter campaign. (XNote) AI 

iPhone users can now convert their handwritten notes into text and perform additional tasks with the help of the AI-enabled XNote smart pen featuring ChatGPT support.

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Are you tired of the tedious process of writing notes in class, scanning them, and converting them into PDFs? Using devices like iPads to take digital notes may not provide the same experience unless you’re used to it. But what if there was a device that could instantly mirror your handwritten notes digitally? Introducing the XNote smart pen, equipped with AI capabilities. Discover more about this smart writing set powered by AI, which also supports ChatGPT. XNote: What is it? XNote is a smart writing set powered by artificial intelligence,…

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Know all about ESA’s asteroid strike preparations and role that Asteroid Apophis will play. (Pixabay) Space 

Learn how Apophis will play a significant role as ESA prepares for an asteroid impact.

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Ten years ago, the Chelyabinsk asteroid collided with the Earth in Russia’s Ural region. Exploding above the city, it caused a shockwave that affected 1500 individuals and destroyed over 7300 buildings. This event not only instilled fear but also prompted space agencies to reassess their strategies and develop contingency plans for potential future occurrences with even more severe consequences. The fear of asteroid impacts persists due to the historical extinction of dinosaurs millions of years ago. In response, the United Nations Committee on Peaceful Uses of Outer Space established two…

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Cisco could be the latest tech giant that is hoping to focus on high-growth areas which means people will likely lose their jobs. News 

Cisco May Cut Thousands of Jobs as Tech Layoffs Persist

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Cisco is reportedly poised to cut “thousands” of jobs next week as the company focuses on “high-growth areas.” Cisco is expected to report its second-quarter 2024 results on February 14, and the layoff announcement is likely to be made during the results, reports Reuters. Cisco did not comment on potential layoffs. Cisco last year laid off nearly 4,000 workers as the company moved to “rebalance” and cut costs. According to the reports, the number of personnel of the network company was a total of 84,900 in the fiscal year 2023.…

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Amazon has removed Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos surround sound from the basic ad-supported tier, and wants users to pay more if they want to continue enjoying these. News 

Amazon Prime is urging users to pay additional fees for improved streaming quality.

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Streaming services, including Amazon Prime and Netflix, are constantly looking for ways to streamline their plans and maximize revenue for their user base. And now the latest move comes from Amazon. Now it’s been confirmed that Amazon has removed Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos surround sound from the ad-supported base tier, and wants users to pay more if they want those features along with an ad-free experience. The move comes after the video streaming giant began serving ads on its standard plan starting January 29, 2024, and now requires…

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Know all about the upcoming favourites filter feature on WhatsApp Web. (Pixabay) News 

Know what is coming: WhatsApp Web to introduce ‘Favourites’ filter for convenient access to chats

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In February 2024, WhatsApp will celebrate ten years of being owned by Meta and being part of its social media app family. Over the past decade, the messaging platform has undergone numerous transformations in its quest to become the dominant messaging method, surpassing SMS. Exciting reports suggest that WhatsApp Web, the web version of the platform, will soon introduce a new feature called ‘Favourites’ filter, enabling users to organize their chats more efficiently. WhatsApp Web – An upcoming feature According to a report by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp recently pushed a new…

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Nvidia briefly surpassed Amazon.com Inc in market capitalization on Monday, as the euphoria around artificial intelligence catapulted the chipmaker to the fourth most valuable U.S. company. News 

AI Frenzy Boosts Nvidia’s Market Value Above Amazon

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(Reuters) – Nvidia briefly overtook Amazon.com Inc in market capitalization on Monday as euphoria over artificial intelligence lifted the chipmaker to the fourth most valuable U.S. company. At a record high of $734.96, Nvidia’s market capitalization was $1.82 trillion, while retail giant Amazon.com is at $1.81 trillion and a few billion away from Google owner Alphabet’s $1.87 trillion, according to LSEG data. The last time Nvidia was more valuable than Amazon was in 2002, when they were worth less than $6 billion. After Amazon’s bigger-than-expected holiday quarter sales last month,…

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Previously, the only way to reset the Apple Vision Pro headset was to take it back to an Apple Store. News 

Apple Vision Pro Receives Initial Operating System Update, Successfully Addressing a Minor Irritation

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It’s been almost a couple of weeks since the Apple Vision Pro headset finally hit the market, albeit only in the US. After release, reviewers and consumers were quick to point out one minor annoyance: the Vision Pro failed to reset itself if you forgot the password. Apple has been quick to address this issue and today released the VisionOS 1.0.3 update, the first update since the release, as spotted by MacRumors. This update allows Vision Pro users to reset the headset if they forget the device passcode they originally…

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Asteroid 2024 CB1 belongs to the Apollo group of asteroids, as per NASA. Check other details. (Pixabay) Space 

NASA reveals that a large asteroid the size of an aircraft will come close to Earth; Find out its speed, size, and other details.

Adarsh V.K,

NASA has utilized its advanced technology to provide insights into an asteroid that is anticipated to approach Earth on February 13. This celestial object is among several others that have already traversed or will traverse near our planet in recent weeks. Although some of these asteroids may come closer to Earth than the Moon, the majority do not pose any danger and pass by without incident. Nevertheless, space agencies persistently monitor their trajectories to identify any potential collision risks. Stay informed about today’s close encounter with the asteroid. Asteroid 2024…

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Apple's iPhone 16 Pro Max is expected to feature the longest battery life in an iPhone thanks to a larger battery cell. News 

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Expected to Have the ‘Longest-Ever’ Battery Life, According to Reports

Adriana Marais,

The release of the iPhone 16 series is still more than half a year away, and the pace of the rumor mill is starting to accelerate. Reports so far have suggested the possibility of a “capture button” and a planned camera module for the regular iPhone 16. Now the focus is shifting to specifications, and it has been hinted that the flagship model, the iPhone 16 Pro Max, could have Apple’s longest battery life on an iPhone. As reported by MacRumors, a Naver user named “yeux1122,” citing sources in his…

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