Apple accused of not fully reporting suspected CSAM on its platforms

Adriana MaraisJuly 22, 24Apple, facetime, iMessage

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),…

Nvidia developing 'B20' AI chip for China market to comply with U.S. export controls, collaborating with Inspur. (REUTERS)

Sources say Nvidia is developing a special version of its new flagship AI chip for the Chinese market.

Febin MathewJuly 22, 24nvidia

Four sources familiar with the matter have revealed that Nvidia is developing a version of its latest flagship AI chips specifically for the China market, ensuring compatibility with existing U.S. export controls. In March, the AI chip giant announced its “Blackwell” chip line, which is set to go into mass production later this year. The new processors combine two squares of silicon that are the same size as the company’s previous offering. Within the series, the B200 is 30 times faster than its predecessor in some tasks, such as providing…

A Bengaluru woman lost ₹1.2 crore in a cyber scam involving fake crime branch officials. (Pexels)

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What happened to a Bengaluru woman who lost ₹1.2 crore in a cyber scam

Adriana MaraisJuly 22, 24cyber attack

A 77-year-old woman in Bengaluru was recently defrauded of Rs. 1.2 crore in an online scam. Lakshmi Shivakumar was contacted by an individual pretending to be a Telecom Department official, alleging that she was involved in illegal activities using a SIM card registered in her name. The caller also mentioned that a complaint had been lodged with the Mumbai crime branch. Shivakumar later received calls from persons claiming to be officers of the Mumbai Crime Branch. They accused him of money laundering and demanded information about his bank accounts and…

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Delta cancels over 1,000 flights due to CrowdStrike outage repercussions

Febin MathewJuly 22, 24Microsoft, Windows

According to Reuters, the ongoing CrowdStrike outage, which began on Thursday, continues to wreak havoc as Delta had to cancel an additional 1,250 flights yesterday, in addition to the 3,500 already scrapped. This has resulted in tens of thousands of Delta passengers being left stranded, waiting for new flights that may take days to secure. Many travelers have been forced to cancel or reschedule their trips as the airline has not announced when it will return to normal operations. Delta has scratched a third of scheduled flights for a total…

Google short links support will end in 2025, but there are other alternatives that you can use. (AP)

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Google will no longer support these short links by 2025: Learn about the impact and next steps for users

Adriana MaraisJuly 22, 24Google

Google is discontinuing support for links created with the Google URL Shortener starting with ‘https://goo.gl/‘ after August 25, 2025. This means that clicking on these links will no longer redirect you to the intended page. However, this should not be a concern for many as Google officially shut down the URL shortener in 2019. However, those who still rely on shortened links should stop using them. “The time has come to shut down the serving portion of Google URL Shortener,” Google said, announcing the end of support in a blog…

Microsoft has released an official tool to fix the damage caused by the CrowdStrike update.

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Microsoft releases solution for CrowdStrike Windows issue, simple tool to restore PC functionality – Step-by-step guide to begin

Adriana MaraisJuly 22, 24Microsoft

Microsoft has promptly issued a solution to resolve the CrowdStrike outage impacting numerous Windows devices. The remedy is accessible as a tool that can be installed on a USB drive for restoring the affected computers. For those unfamiliar, the CrowdStrike outage on Friday affected office workers, airlines, healthcare, IT and more. This affected millions of Windows users who had CrowdStrike Falcon installed on their computers. The reason was a faulty update that led to the breakdown of global IT equipment and services. CrowdStrike released an update that promised to fix…

Meta's new patent filing reveals that the company may be trying to mimic Apple Vision Pro's popular features. (unsplash)

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New patent suggests Meta may be taking inspiration from Apple for upcoming Vision Pro headset

Jim HendlerJuly 22, 24Apple

What feature of Apple Vision Pro is “exciting” Meta According to a report from PatentlyApple, Meta has filed a new patent designed to mimic the EyeSight feature of the Apple Vision Pro. The Meta Platforms patent, formally titled “Embedded Sensors in an Immersive Reality Headset to Enable Social Presence,” reveals that the company may be planning a redesign of its Quest headset, or it may be planning an entirely new headset design to support this feature. Apple’s Eyesight technology, Meta notes that some of the facial interface sensors may include…

Elon Musk highlights Microsoft's global outage in a new AI fashion show video, check details. (Elon Musk/ X)

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Elon Musk pokes fun at Microsoft’s worldwide outage in AI fashion show video, with Tim Cook making a surprise appearance on the runway: Watch it here

Adriana MaraisJuly 22, 24Artificial Intelligence

Elon Musk has once again grabbed attention by sharing an AI fashion video that pokes fun at former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates. Musk is known for sharing skeptical memes on social media, including mocking recent tech events and scandals. In the latest video, an AI creation depicts Gates holding a board displaying the “Blue Screen of Death.” Find out more about the AI fashion show video and its content. Elon Musk shares AI fashion show video Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla Motors, has shared a video on the…

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Echoes of the Emergent, a visually stunning Playdate exclusive, captivated me with its beauty and storytelling

Febin MathewJuly 22, 24Gaming

Despite my love for both reading and video games, I have never been drawn to visual novels until now. The announcement of Echoes of the Emergent caught my attention a few months ago with its description as “a personal journey through a shattered post-apocalyptic world.” The gritty aesthetic and melancholic atmosphere compelled me to preorder it, and now that I have finally experienced it, I am truly impressed. Echoes of the Emergent is a Playdate exclusive from RNG Party Games, the same team that made Bloom. It begins with its…

Most CrowdStrike-powered Windows PCs are still suffering for the infamous Blue Screen of Death issue. (Microsoft Designer AI)

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How UPS, FedEx, Southwest Airlines, and others benefited from not updating Windows since 1992

Sanjay PatilJuly 22, 24Microsoft

A global outage caused by a faulty CrowdStrike system update error has affected Microsoft Windows users worldwide, leading to widespread issues including the infamous ‘blue screen of death’. While many users are still experiencing difficulties booting their PCs, Crowdstrike has resolved the issue, though it may take a few days for everything to return to normal. The outage resulted in grounded airplanes, closed banks, delayed trains, canceled deliveries, and other disruptions. Surprisingly, some major companies such as UPS, FedEx, and Southwest Airlines were unaffected by the bug that impacted the…

Major Indian e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra are hosting their monsoon sale events with huge discounts and sale offers. (Pexels)

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Indian e-commerce giants Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra compete in monsoon sale battle: Explore deals and discounts

Adarsh V.KJuly 21, 24Amazon, Flipkart

In July 2024, the Indian e-commerce industry is gearing up for a competitive showdown as top players such as Flipkart, Amazon, Ajio, Myntra, and Nykaa are preparing to host major sales events. These platforms are offering significant discounts and exclusive early access to premium members in order to attract consumers and expand their market presence. Amazon Prime Day Sale 2024 Amazon Prime Day is two sales events scheduled for July 20th and 21st. It offers unbeatable discounts on a wide range of products, especially in the technology and electronics categories.…

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Developer of VA-11 HALL-A creates cyberpunk RPG .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND

Adriana MaraisJuly 21, 24Gaming

Sukeban Games is currently developing a new game called .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND, which they describe as a cyberpunk active time action game with a battle system reminiscent of Parasite Eve. The protagonist of the game is a mercenary named Reila Mikazuchi. Players will have to be on guard as enemies can attack from any direction while exploring the game’s environments. To counterattack, players must dodge and wait for their action bar to fill up. The speed at which the action bar fills is determined by the character and weapon stats,…

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8.5 million devices impacted by CrowdStrike’s faulty update causing outage

Nitin MisraJuly 21, 24Microsoft, Windows

According to a blog post from Microsoft, a worldwide disruption caused by a flawed update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike on Friday impacted approximately 8.5 million Windows devices. The update led to a blue screen error, halting operations for hospitals, airlines, banks, and other essential services. The issue only affected devices running on the Windows operating system. While the issue was mostly resolved by Friday afternoon, Microsoft and CrowdStrike are still dealing with the fallout. In a blog post on Saturday, Microsoft’s director of Enterprise and OS Security, David Weston, wrote…

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Pure sulfur crystals on Mars accidentally discovered by NASA’s Curiosity rover

Jim HendlerJuly 21, 24Mars, NASA

For the first time, NASA scientists have discovered pure sulfur on Mars thanks to the Curiosity rover accidentally revealing a cluster of yellow crystals while driving over a rock. The area appears to be abundant in sulfur, marking an unexpected find as previous observations only showed sulfur within minerals on the Red Planet. NASA notes that elemental sulfur forming in such conditions has not been linked to the history of this location before. Curiosity broke open the rock on May 30 while driving through an area known as the Gediz…

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Pure sulfur crystals on Mars accidentally discovered by NASA’s Curiosity rover

Febin MathewJuly 21, 24Mars, NASA

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Discover 10 exciting career opportunities in the lucrative gaming industry: Find the perfect match for your skills and interests.

Nitin MisraJuly 21, 24Online Gaming

The gaming industry has undergone significant changes, opening up a wide range of career options beyond the usual roles. Individuals with a love for games can find rewarding opportunities in this fast-paced industry by exploring alternative career paths. Game designer Game designers are responsible for creating the game’s story, mechanics, and overall experience. They turn concepts into playable experiences with a focus on ensuring engagement and enjoyment. In this role, essential skills are creativity, storytelling, problem solving and a deep understanding of games. Game programmer Game programmers bring game models…

NASA's discovery of six new exoplanets expands our understanding of the universe, highlighting the diversity and complexity of planetary systems beyond our solar system. (Representative image) (Pixabay)

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NASA has found six new exoplanets: Learn about fascinating details of super-Earths and rare hot Jupiters

Nitin MisraJuly 21, 24NASA, Space

NASA has reached a major achievement by verifying the existence of six new exoplanets: HD 36384 b, TOI-198 b, TOI-2095 b, TOI-2095 c, TOI-4860 b, and MWC 758 c. This finding increases the total number of confirmed exoplanets beyond our solar system to 5,502, representing a significant step forward in our comprehension of the cosmos and the possibility of alien life. Background from Exoplanet Discovery The search for exoplanets began about 31 years ago, when the first exoplanets, Poltergeist and Phobetor, were confirmed to be orbiting the pulsar PSR B1257+12…

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro were recently launched by the Korean giant, however, the product has already been removed from retail stores and ecommerce platforms. (Samsung)

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Samsung has reportedly stopped selling the newly released Galaxy Buds 3 Pro because of this problem.

Nitin MisraJuly 21, 24Samsung, Samsung galaxy buds pro

The recently released Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro have sparked conversations not only for their features and updated design, but also for reported quality problems. Priced at Rs.19,999 in India, these earbuds were intended to rival the Apple AirPods Pro 2. However, early purchasers have voiced concerns that have caused notable delays in their availability. User complaints about quality issues The launch of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro was met with anticipation, but soon after widespread complaints began to appear, especially from Korean users. These issues are primarily related to…

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Rivian debuts its inaugural Charging Outpost, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional gas stations near Yosemite.

Nitin MisraJuly 20, 24EV, Rivian

Rivian has recently unveiled its inaugural EV charging rest stop located just 24 miles from Yosemite National Park. The facility boasts amenities such as bathrooms, a lounge equipped with a small library, a water refill station, complimentary coffee, and a “make your own” trail mix station (for a fee). While only Rivian owners will have access to the five DC fast chargers at the Rivian Yosemite Charging Outpost, all visitors are welcome to enjoy the other offerings. The Charging Outpost is located in Groveland, California near the park’s west entrance…

Apple accused of not fully reporting suspected CSAM on its platforms

Sources say Nvidia is developing a special version of its new flagship AI chip for the Chinese market.

What happened to a Bengaluru woman who lost ₹1.2 crore in a cyber scam

Delta cancels over 1,000 flights due to CrowdStrike outage repercussions

Google will no longer support these short links by 2025: Learn about the impact and next steps for users

Microsoft releases solution for CrowdStrike Windows issue, simple tool to restore PC functionality – Step-by-step guide to begin

New patent suggests Meta may be taking inspiration from Apple for upcoming Vision Pro headset

Elon Musk pokes fun at Microsoft’s worldwide outage in AI fashion show video, with Tim Cook making a surprise appearance on the runway: Watch it here

Echoes of the Emergent, a visually stunning Playdate exclusive, captivated me with its beauty and storytelling

How UPS, FedEx, Southwest Airlines, and others benefited from not updating Windows since 1992

Indian e-commerce giants Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra compete in monsoon sale battle: Explore deals and discounts

Developer of VA-11 HALL-A creates cyberpunk RPG .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND

8.5 million devices impacted by CrowdStrike’s faulty update causing outage

Pure sulfur crystals on Mars accidentally discovered by NASA’s Curiosity rover

Pure sulfur crystals on Mars accidentally discovered by NASA’s Curiosity rover

Discover 10 exciting career opportunities in the lucrative gaming industry: Find the perfect match for your skills and interests.

NASA has found six new exoplanets: Learn about fascinating details of super-Earths and rare hot Jupiters

Samsung has reportedly stopped selling the newly released Galaxy Buds 3 Pro because of this problem.

Top reads for the week: The Light Eaters, Paranoid Gardens, and I Was a Teenage Slasher

Rivian debuts its inaugural Charging Outpost, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional gas stations near Yosemite.

The Bioshock movie is moving forward with a smaller budget

Amazon releases the first teaser for its upcoming Yakuza adaptation

Modders create miniature Nintendo Wii that can be used as a keychain

Modders create miniature Nintendo Wii that can be used as a keychain

Respawn is reversing its unpopular alterations to the Apex Legends battle pass

World of Warcraft employees achieve ‘form a union’ milestone