Category: Technology
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Discord’s Game-Changing Updates: Enhanced Safety Measures and Exciting Features Unveiled
In a bid to create a safer and more interactive environment, Discord, the popular instant messaging application, has recently rolled out an overhauled warning system while also teasing a lineup of fresh features for its mobile app. The key focus of these updates is to ensure that the platform remains a secure space, particularly for…
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Amazon to Establish $120M Satellite Processing Facility for Project Kuiper in Florida
Amazon is making significant strides in its satellite venture, Project Kuiper, as it plans to invest $120 million in a satellite processing facility at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center (KSC). The facility’s construction is already underway, and it will be strategically situated near the launch operators responsible for sending Kuiper satellites into orbit, including Blue Origin…
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Astranis Shifts to Backup Plan After First Commercial Internet Satellite Malfunctions in Orbit
Astranis, the space-based internet startup, faced a setback when its first commercial internet satellite, Arcturus, encountered a malfunction with its solar panels, preventing continuous coverage to Alaska. The dedicated satellite was launched on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy in May and initially performed well. However, an issue with the solar array drive assembly caused a pointing…
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YouTube Premium Individual Plan Price Increases to $13.99 for US Subscribers
YouTube, the popular video-sharing platform, has raised the prices of its Premium individual plan for subscribers in the United States. The monthly cost has been increased from $11.99 to $13.99, following last year’s price hike for family plans in various countries, which saw the family plan tariff rise from $17.99 to $22.99 per month. The…
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Google Tests AI-Powered Tool for News Article Writing: A Game-Changer or Cause for Concern?
In a bold move that is generating both excitement and concern, Google is reportedly testing an AI tool called “Genesis” that has the capability to write news stories. The tech giant has already pitched this AI tool to prominent news organizations like The New York Times, The Washington Post, and News Corp, the owner of…
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Android 14 Set to Introduce Satellite SMS Capability: Pixel Phones Leading the Way
Exciting news for Android users! The upcoming Android 14 is set to revolutionize communication with the introduction of satellite SMS capability. This technology, already available on iPhones (specifically iPhone 14), allows users to send SMS messages via satellites, bypassing the need for mobile networks. While it may take a bit longer for messages to be…
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Apple Threatens to Shut Down FaceTime and iMessage in UK Amid Surveillance Policy Dispute
Apple has issued a warning to the UK government that it may shut down its end-to-end encrypted communication services, FaceTime and iMessage, if the government proceeds with plans to expand digital surveillance powers. The warning is part of a growing trend of tech companies expressing discontent with government policies that they perceive as harmful to…
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Google Discovers Apple Employee Found Zero-Day Bug But Did Not Report It
Recently, Google revealed an intriguing incident where an Apple employee had discovered a zero-day bug in Chrome but chose not to report it. The bug was eventually fixed by Google, but the circumstances surrounding its discovery and reporting are rather peculiar. According to a Google employee’s comments in the official bug report, the Apple employee…
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GitHub’s Copilot Chat: Revolutionizing Code Assistance for Developers in Public Beta
GitHub’s Copilot Chat, an innovative code-centric chatbot powered by GPT-4, is now available in a limited public beta for all GitHub business users on Visual Studio and VS Code. This development comes after Copilot Chat was initially announced as part of GitHub’s Copilot X initiative, aiming to extend the capabilities of its code completion tool…
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Xbox Game Pass Core: Replacing Xbox Live Gold with an Enhanced Gaming Experience
Microsoft has recently announced its plans to introduce a new subscription service called Xbox Game Pass Core, which will replace the existing Xbox Live Gold. The primary aim of Game Pass Core is to provide gamers with a comprehensive package, offering online multiplayer support, exclusive deals and discounts on games, and access to a collection…