Technology
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Silicon-based quantum devices to herald new chip era
New Delhi: As the world grapples with chip shortage, a team of researchers has demonstrated 99 per cent accuracy with silicon-based quantum computing, paving the way to build silicon-based quantum devices compatible…
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Google, Apple list harmful consequences of anti-tech bills
San Francisco: Google and Apple have expressed displeasure over an upcoming legislation in the US that would give more power to consumers and third-party developers. While the American Choice and Innovation Online…
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BharatPe Co-founder Ashneer Grover takes voluntary leave amid controversy
New Delhi: BharatPe Co-founder and Managing Director Ashneer Grover, facing a controversy over alleged using inappropriate language against Kotak Mahindra Bank’s staff, has taken voluntary leave till March-end, the fintech company announced…
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Reddit revamps its block feature
San Francisco: Social discussion forum Reddit has revamped its block feature so that it functions more like other social platforms. With the change, blocking a user on Reddit will not just block…
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Qualcomm announces iSIM tech to revolutionise smartphones
San Francisco: Chip-maker Qualcomm has demonstrated a working smartphone featuring the next-gen integrated SIM (iSIM) technology in partnership with Vodafone and Thales. The iSIM, which complies with GSMA specifications, embeds the SIM…
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Kodak launches Mag-Safe wireless chargers for iPhone 12, 13 series
New Delhi: Kodak has unveiled two new magnetic wireless chargers in India that are compatible with iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 series. The devices come with a one-year warranty and will be…
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Elon Musk slams UN, warns about population collapse
San Francisco: Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has slammed the United Nations (UN) once again, saying that there are “not enough people” in the world and one should be more worried…
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Microsoft’s $69 bn gaming acquisition will bolster its Metaverse plans
New Delhi: Microsoft’s acquisition of video game maker Activision Blizzard for nearly $69 billion is yet another play by the tech giant to secure its stake in the nascent Metaverse and bring…
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Sony shares slump after Microsoft’s largest buyout in gaming history
New Delhi: Shares of Japanese technology giant Sony have slumped in Tokyo trade after Microsoft said it plans to buy mega games company Activision Blizzard, BBC reported. The deal worth $68.7 bn,…
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Apple starts rolling out new firmware version for AirPods 3
San Francisco: Apple has started rolling out a new firmware version for its latest third-generation AirPods. The new firmware update rolling out brings AirPods 3 to version 4C170, and it represents the…
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Microsoft Xbox Game Pass reaches 25mn subscribers
San Francesco: Microsoft has revealed that its Xbox Game Pass has gained 25 million subscribers amid coronavirus pandemic. The service was launched in 2017 with more than 100 Xbox games for $9.99…
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Apple may launch iPhone SE+ 5G in 2023
San Francisco: Cupertino based tech giant Apple is reportedly planning to launch a fourth-generation iPhone SE+ with a larger 5.7-inch display as early as 2023. According to display industry consultant Ross Young,…
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Microsoft acquires ‘COD’ maker Activision Blizzard for $69 bn
San Francisco: In the biggest deal ever in the world of gaming, Microsoft on Tuesday announced to acquire Activision Blizzard, the maker of popular games like Call of Duty (CoD) and Warcraft, for…
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Reliance pumps in up to $132 mn in Noida-based robotics firm Addverb
New Delhi: Leading homegrown robotics company Addverb Technologies on Tuesday said that Reliance is investing up to $132 million in the company to become its largest shareholder. The funding will accelerate its…
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Spain joins India, Singapore to tame cryptocurrency ads
New Delhi: With an aim to reign in cryptocurrency ads promising wild returns, Spain has now joined countries like Singapore and India, stressing that the advertising of crypto-assets must be clear, balanced,…
