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Meta is reportedly planning to launch a standalone app for its AI assistant, Meta AI, in an effort to compete directly with OpenAI’s ChatGPT and the Chinese chatbot DeepSeek. Currently, Meta AI is integrated across the company’s platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, Threads, and WhatsApp. However, a dedicated app would allow users to access the AI without needing to engage with Meta’s social media services.According to sources cited by CNBC, […]
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Consumer behaviour analysis shows decisions happen in community spaces outside stores. Consideration moments matter more than transactions. Successful APAC marketing requires cultural relevance not overwhelming digital noise. “We’re not goldfish. We have attention when we want to have attention.” With this declaration at DMWF Asia, Sukanya (Su) Das Gupta, Blis APAC’s senior insights manager, addressed... Read more » Read more ›
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After a federal court upheld a pause on the SAVE plan, the Education Department removed other income-driven repayment applications from its website. Read more ›
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Microsoft today announced that it will officially retire Skype on May 5, 2025, concluding its 14-year tenure as the owner of the once-dominant internet calling and messaging service (via Bloomberg). Microsoft acquired Skype in 2011 for $8.5 billion in what was then its largest-ever acquisition. At its peak, Skype had more than 300 million monthly active users and was synonymous with internet-based voice and video calling. The service steadily declined... Read more ›
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It’s the end of an era. Microsoft is shutting down Skype in May and replacing it with the free version of Microsoft Teams for consumers. Existing Skype users will be able to log in to the Microsoft Teams app and have their message history, group chats, and contacts all automatically available without having to create […] Read more ›
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Justin Sun is celebrating avoiding a fraud investigation by posting handshake emojis on X. Read more ›
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Trump world lost it on Thursday when the government didn't give them what they wanted. Read more ›
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Bezos announced Wednesday that the Post's opinion section would focus on "personal liberties and free markets." Trump says they had dinner that night. Read more ›
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Sitting at 357 mm² and with 53.9 billion transistors, Navi 48's density runs circles around RDNA 3... and Nvidia's Blackwell competition. Read more ›
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A judge overseeing the legal fight between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni said the subpoenas were "disproportionate to the needs of the case." Read more ›
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The world’s biggest asset manager added a 1% to 2% allocation to its target allocation portfolios. Read more ›
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The Office of Personnel Management said it can process pensions entirely digitally, in two days, in a video promoted by Elon Musk's DOGE. Read more ›
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Microsoft is officially getting rid of Skype as of May 5 and encouraging its users to pick Teams once and for all. In its announcement, the company stated that the move will allow it to "streamline our free consumer communications offerings so we can more easily adapt to customer needs." Microsoft is also far from subtle in its push for Teams and included step-by-step instructions for migrating over. All users... Read more ›
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Apple's new entry-level iPhone 16e has inherited the Action button first seen on the iPhone 15 Pro and now found on all iPhone 16 models. The Action button replaces the traditional Ring/Silent switch – a staple of the iPhone since it launched in 2007. For users unfamiliar with the Action button, here's a rundown of its functions – including one that is (currently) exclusive to iPhone 16e. The Action button... Read more ›
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Microsoft will take Skype offline on May 5 and plans to force everybody to Teams. Read more ›
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Microsoft said it will shut down Skype, the internet calling service it bought for $8.5 billion in 2011. Users will be invited to switch to Teams. Read more ›
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iPhone 16e reviews are now out, and Apple's custom-designed C1 modem has been put to the test. The results so far are quite surprising, as the C1's speeds are not as slow compared to Qualcomm modems as originally expected. While the C1 does not support ultra-fast mmWave 5G in the U.S., it appears to offer comparable 5G performance to Qualcomm's Snapdragon X71 modem found in the iPhone 16, iPhone 16... Read more ›
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The Democrats are historically unpopular, receiving exceptionally low marks from both the general public and their own voters. Yet the party is on track to retake the House come 2026. In Gallup’s most recent poll, only 38 percent of Americans voiced a favorable view of the Democrats, the party’s worst showing in at least three […] Read more ›
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"My first project at DOGE is improving the slow and paper-based retirement process," Joe Gebbia wrote in an X post. Read more ›
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Apple is advancing its in-house modem technology, with reports suggesting that future MacBooks may include integrated 5G connectivity. The iPhone 16e marked a milestone as the first Apple device to feature a custom-built modem, and the company is now working on future versions to enhance efficiency and performance.According to Mark Gurman (Bloomberg), Apple is currently testing the C2 modem and developing the C3 modem, expected to be integrated into the... Read more ›
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Ahead of MWC 2025, HONOR has announced that its AI Deepfake Detection technology, first introduced at IFA 2024, will be available worldwide starting in April 2025. This technology is designed to help users identify manipulated media by providing real-time AI analysis of video and image content, offering immediate warnings against potential deepfake material.Deepfakes are AI-generated synthetic media that alter images, videos, or audio to convincingly mimic real people. Using deep... Read more ›
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Two promotional videos of the upcoming Nothing Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro have surfaced online, confirming previously leaked design details and specifications while revealing new information. The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro will feature a 3x periscope telephoto camera with computational enhancements enabling 6x lossless-like zoom. Additionally, the camera appears to support macro photography, suggesting close-distance focusing capabilities. 3a pro pic.twitter.com/wDpwqhZDoi — Arsène Lupin (@MysteryLupin) February 2 Read more ›
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Google has reportedly been developing a Lite version of YouTube Premium, which appears to be nearing its launch, according to Bloomberg. A new and more affordable subscription plan is expected to be introduced in countries such as the U.S., Australia, Germany, and Thailand, catering to users who prefer watching non-music video content without committing to the full premium experience.Previously, YouTube tested an ad-free plan under the name “Premium Lite,” but... Read more ›
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Razer has unveiled its most powerful gaming laptop yet, the Blade 18 (2025), designed to offer a premium desktop-like experience in a portable form factor. This high-performance device is aimed not only at gamers but also at professionals handling intensive creative workloads.A key highlight of the Blade 18 (2025) is its world-first 18-inch dual-mode display, which supports UHD+ resolution at 240Hz and FHD+ resolution at 440Hz natively. The panel features... Read more ›
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Google Messages is introducing new features, including an improved gallery, an enhanced camera interface, and an option to send photos in maximum quality. These updates aim to improve the user experience when sharing images via RCS messaging.One of the key additions is the new quality selector for sending photos. Users can access this option by opening the gallery, selecting an image, and tapping the HD+ icon next to the camera... Read more ›
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The developers of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI chatbot, are looking to accelerate the release of their new model, DeepSeek R2. Originally planned for early May, the launch may be moved forward to capitalize on user engagement and ongoing investments from Chinese companies aiming to make DeepSeek a strong competitor to OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Sources within the company indicate that the new model is being fast-tracked to maintain user engagement and capitalize... Read more ›
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Google has introduced Career Dreamer, an experimental AI-powered tool designed to assist job seekers in navigating their career paths more effectively. The tool aims to help users highlight their strengths, explore career options, and enhance job application materials by leveraging artificial intelligence.Career Dreamer works by analyzing a user’s experience, education, skills, and interests to identify patterns and connections. It then provides insights to help users shape their professional story, discove Read more ›
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Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy M16 5G and Galaxy F16 5G smartphones have had their pricing details leaked just days after their support pages appeared on the company’s official website in India. Both models will be available in three storage variants: 4GB/128GB, 6GB/128GB, and 8GB/128GB, with dealer prices set at INR 13,499 (~$154), INR 14,999 (~$172), and INR 16,499 (~$189), respectively.After an INR 1,000 discount, the effective prices are expected to be... Read more ›
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Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra faced criticism for its boxy design and sharp edges, which many users found uncomfortable to hold. Now, reports have surfaced that these edges are not just inconvenient, but are also damaging clothing. A user recently shared on Reddit that his jeans pocket was ripped due to the phone’s sharp edges, sparking discussions among other Galaxy S24 Ultra owners who reported similar issues.The Galaxy S24 Ultra’s boxier... Read more ›
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