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Meta donates $1m to Trump's inaugural fund in move to strengthen ties
Donation comes after Trump threatened to punish Mark Zuckerberg if he tried to influence the election against him
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Apple iOS update integrates ChatGPT with Siri
In addition to iPads and Macs, the new AI capabilities are available for iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 models.
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New chatgpt model o1 caught lying, avoiding shutdown in safety tests
Chatgpt o1 apparent self-awareness raises alarms over AI’s potential to act beyond human control.
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WhatsApp's new feature lets users translate messages
WhatsApp's offline translation feature improves communication while ensuring privacy.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Launch date and what to expect
The Galaxy S25 series will include three models: the S25, S25+, and the S25 Ultra with new powerful processor
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Google releases first of its Gemini 2.0 AI models
With Flash model, Google also introduced a new research prototype, Project Mariner, from its DeepMind division
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Instagram introduces 'trial reels' feature
Creators can test reel ideas with new audiences before sharing them with their followers.
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From Elections to Oasis: Here are the top Google searches of 2024 for UK and US
UK’s top searches included "how to get Oasis tickets," and presidential election was top in the US
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Deathstroke joins 'Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League' in epic final update, coming Jan '25
This announcement comes after the game's poor reception both critically and commercially and huge drop in revenue
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WhatsApp introduces feature to share entire sticker packs in chats
Previously, users had to request individual stickers and save them one by one.
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FBI warns iPhone and Android users about Messaging app security amid rising cyber threats
The FBI urges iPhone and Android users to prioritize encrypted messaging platforms.
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Google's Quantum Willow Chip achieves major milestones in computing innovation
Willow chip’s quantum error correction and performance surpass classical supercomputers.
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OpenAI releases text-to-video model Sora
To access Sora’s advanced features, users need a ChatGPT subscription
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Google's year in search: From global sporting events to viral internet sensations
The entertainment world saw Catherine, Princess of Wales, Kamala Harris, Katt Williams, and rising stars top searches
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New data from James Webb Telescope confirms faster-than-expected expansion of universe
Telescope's finding shows the universe's expansion is 8% faster than expected based on cosmic evolution
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Nvidia faces probe in China as AI battle between US, China intensifies
The US government fears that China could use advancements in AI for military purposes
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TikTok faces potential US ban, creators push for subscriptions on Instagram and YouTube
With 170 million US users, Chinese based app could be banned if it is not sold to a US-based company by Jan 19
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Instagram users can now schedule DMs; here's how
Limited to select Android users, the feature hints at a broader rollout soon.
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New WhatsApp feature reminds users to check unseen messages
Beta testers explore enhanced tools to stay connected with key chats
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Earning online, the hard way
Pakistan's digital talent faces outdated policies & barriers, hindering growth in the booming $20tr global economy.
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Meta unveils new Llama AI model, paving the way for future advancements
Zuckerberg claims Llama is the most adopted AI model, with over 650 million downloads globally
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Google Search to evolve profoundly by 2025: Sundar Pichai
Google CEO foresees transformative AI-driven changes in search technology.
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OpenAI unveils $200-a-month ChatGPT package for engineering, research use
ChatGPT Pro, will be in addition to OpenAI's existing subscriptions of ChatGPT Plus, Team and Enterprise
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Fortnite OG season 2 set to launch on January 31, 2025
Season 2 will be the first major update after the launch of Season 1 with more features
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US appeals court upholds TikTok ban, rejects free speech challenge
Court also rejected TikTok's claim that the crackdown violates the free speech rights of millions of Americans
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Iran's rocket launches heaviest payload, reaches new space milestone
Iran launches heaviest payload, including advanced satellite transfer module, into orbit
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New iVerify tool detects widespread use of Pegasus spyware
The detection tool has revealed that business leaders and government officials were also targeted by Pegasus spyware.
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'Deepfake extortion plot could've destabilised Singapore’s politics ahead of elections'
Experts say Singapore deepfake extortion plot may target society's stability, not just financial gain.
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Fortnite OG mode becomes permanent with new seasons, battle pass, and classic weapons
Fortnite OG mode brings back classic gameplay, weapons, and a new battle pass with seasonal updates.
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Is Starlink satellite internet coming to Pakistan?
The government plans to auction the 5G spectrum in April 2024 to modernise the country’s digital infrastructure.
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Why are orcas wearing dead salmon on their heads again? Experts puzzled by revival of odd trend
New observations from photographers and researchers confirm that orcas are once again sporting fish as headgear
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WhatsApp simplifies chat list management with new update
The new interface introduces prominent filters for easier chat management and quick access to features.
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Tiny asteroid to enter earth's atmosphere, creating fireball over Siberia
A small asteroid, measuring about 27 inches in diameter, has been detected on a collision course with Earth
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Amazon unveils Nova: Next-gen AI model
New features put Amazon Nova in competition with Adobe and Meta, targeting customers seeking automated services
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PlayStation revives classic boot screen with PS5 30th Anniversary themes
Sony celebrates 30 years of PlayStation with nostalgic boot screen & major anniversary sale on PS5.
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RTFKT to wind down operations by 2025, ending Web3 innovation era
RTFKT will wind down by January 2025, marking the end of its pioneering role in Web3 and digital fashion.
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Five vital factors driving digital transformation in banking industry
A Deloitte report projects that banks will invest $1.3 trillion in digital transformation initiatives globally by 2025
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WhatsApp simplifies channel sharing with new QR code feature
QR code feature lets WhatsApp users share channels digitally and physically.
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Black Friday bargains: A hotspot for online scams, warns cybersecurity expert
FBI issues warning to Chrome, Safari, and Edge users and tips to avoid online scams
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IonQ emerges as a key player in quantum computing, capturing investor attention
IonQ's Q3 revenue exceeded expectations, driving a remarkable 268% increase in its stock price over the past 90 days
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Ryugu asteroid sample colonised by microbes after atmospheric exposure
Scientists 'found microorganisms within the asteroid sample shortly after it was exposed to Earth’s environment.'
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TikTok to ban teenagers from using beauty filters
Filters like “Bold Glamour” that smooth skin, reshape features, and blur reality will soon be blocked for teens.
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WhatsApp axes ‘Typing’ message in favour of bubble animation, annoying users
On social media, WhatsApp users show their displeasure over the minor change in the app
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AI-inspired Werner Herzog film explores creativity and originality in the digital era at IDFA 2024
An AI-trained on Werner Herzog’s works delivers a hybrid film, blending fiction, documentary, and technology.
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Google, Meta call on Australia to delay social media ban for minors
A Senate committee responsible for communications legislation was scheduled to deliver a report on Tuesday
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Amgen's experimental injection leads to 20% average weight loss in key trial
MariTide was administered monthly or less frequently, which could provide an edge over the popular weekly injections
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Instagram adds live location sharing and nicknames to DMs
The new live location feature works in DMs, similar to Snapchat, but without a shared map view.
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Outlook web access disruptions impact over 80% of users, Microsoft launches investigation
Microsoft has said it is "investigating an issue" after users reported problems with Outlook and Teams.
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New Nvidia tool can modify voices and generate original sounds for music, film, and gaming
Nvidia’s new model, trained on open-source data, is pending public release as the company weighs options for rollout
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Cassava’s Alzheimer’s drug fails in final-stage trials, stock plunges
Simufilam – the drug, did not meet either its primary or secondary objectives in a crucial late-stage study