The latest announcement from Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel regarding the introduction of “Sponsored Snaps” has caused quite a stir within the Snapchat community. These ads will be strategically placed next to chat threads from friends, essentially blurring the lines between personal messages and sponsored content. Users will now have to navigate through these ads, which
Canva, the popular design platform, has recently announced a significant price increase for some of its customers. This sudden change has resulted in uproar among users, especially those who were on older pricing plans. The cost of a five-person plan for Canva Teams has skyrocketed from $119.99 per year to $500 per year in the
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is making waves in the virtual reality (VR) space with its latest development – the Puffin headset. This new affordable mixed reality headset is said to revolutionize the way we experience VR, bringing lightweight and ergonomic design to the forefront. The Puffin Headset Unlike its previously rumored high-end counterpart, the
Google is taking proactive steps to ensure that misinformation does not spread through its generative AI products ahead of the upcoming U.S. presidential election. With the rise of artificial intelligence technology, Google acknowledges the potential for mistakes and the negative impact misinformation can have on such crucial events. As a result, the tech giant is
In a recent decision that has sparked controversy and debate, the Supreme Court in Brazil has ordered an immediate suspension of the X platform across the country. This move comes after a prolonged legal battle between Elon Musk’s social media company and the Brazilian authorities over content moderation issues. The court’s decision has raised questions
Recently, a panel of five Brazilian Supreme Court justices upheld a decision to limit access to X, the service formerly known as Twitter. This decision was made in response to the owner of X, Elon Musk, refusing to comply with court orders to block certain accounts and to identify a legal representative in the country.
Apple has announced that it will be hosting its iPhone 16 event on September 9th at the Steve Jobs Theater. The event is set to unveil the new iPhone 16 series, which is expected to come with some exciting new features. Reports suggest that the Pro models may include a dedicated button for taking photos,
In a surprising turn of events, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, formerly known as Facebook, confessed in a letter to the House Judiciary Committee that certain actions taken by the company could be deemed as censorship. This admission comes as a shock, especially considering Facebook’s past staunch defense against allegations of political bias and
The HyperX Cloud Alpha gaming headset has already established itself as a legend in the gaming industry. With its exceptional dual-chamber design that enhances both bass and mids, this headset has consistently held the top spot in the best gaming headset rankings. Despite the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the Cloud Alpha remains a standout performer
Apple recently made headlines by terminating the Apple Developer Account of Appstun, a mobile app company founded by one of its own Worldwide Developer Conference 2021 student winners. This decision came after Apple repeatedly rejected the company’s app due to violations of its App Store guidelines. Despite efforts to work with Apple to address the
SparkLabs, a renowned early-stage venture capital firm, has gained recognition for its investments in groundbreaking AI startups like OpenAI, Vectara, and Kneron. The firm recently announced the closure of a new $50 million fund, AIM AI Fund, aimed at supporting AI startups from its AIM-X accelerator in Saudi Arabia and around the world. This move
India, despite being home to 20% of the world’s chip designers, has not had a significant presence in the global semiconductor market. However, recent developments show promise as the Indian government has started investing in efforts to establish the country as a player in semiconductors. This initiative is in response to companies worldwide adopting a
Intel, once perceived as a powerhouse in the tech industry, has faced a series of setbacks in the recent past. From chip crashing issues to financial difficulties and mass layoffs, the company is now in dire need of a turnaround strategy. The CEO, Pat Gelsinger, along with key executives, are gearing up to present a
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AMD has recently given the green light to the Ryzen 5 7600X3D, a processor that boasts six cores and an impressive 96 MB of L3 cache. This new addition to the AMD lineup is set to be released exclusively at Micro Center, adding to the company’s already diverse range of CPU offerings. However, with limitations
A federal judge recently issued a partial block on a Texas law known as HB 18, or the Securing Children Online Through Parental Empowerment (SCOPE) Act, just before it was set to take effect. This law required large web services to identify minors and filter the content they see online. It included rules such as