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Operations at Zepto Cafe Are Halted in Several Cities
Zepto Cafe, the company's rapid meal delivery division, has temporarily ceased operations in a number of minor cities, primarily in northern India. Over 400 workers have been impacted by the 44 eateries that have suspended operations. By the conclusion of the upcoming quarter, the business now anticipates starting up again in these areas.Platform for rapid trade According to persons familiar with the situation, Zepto has suspended operations of its 10-minute food delivery vertical, Zepto Cafe, in a number of locations, including Delhi, Agra, Chandigarh, Mohali, Amritsar, and Meerut, because of supply chain problems, ETtech reported. This will affect how 44 Zepto Cafe locations operate.Platform for rapid trade Zepto has suspended Zepto Cafe, its 10-minute meal delivery service, in several North Indian towns. The company has temporarily halted the services because of supply chain problems, according to a report by Economic Times. According to the article, 44 Zepto Cafe locations in the area will be impacted by the company's decision. About 700 gig workers have been impacted by the company's decision to stop providing the service. According to the Economic Times, Zepto Cafe's services were suspended in April of this year because the company was unable to meet quality standards due to the spike in demand. Zepto Cafe received greater demand than anticipated, hence the decision was made to halt operations in these cities. Meeting the volumes without sacrificing quality proved challenging, the individual with knowledge of the situation told ET.
Published 23 May 2025 08:14 PM
Uttar Pradeshs Sarathi app was shut down for maintenance.
Every RTO in Uttar Pradesh is experiencing operational disruptions, and staff are working to quickly resolve the situation.According to regional transport office (RTO) authorities on Friday, maintenance work on Sarathi software, which is used for processing work under the Union transport ministry, has disrupted the operation of processing driving licenses throughout Uttar Pradesh, including in Noida, since Thursday. Between 300 and 350 persons visit the Noida regional transport office on a daily basis, according to officials, seeking licenses and other related work."Vahan, a program for vehicle registration, and Sarathi, a program for driving licenses, are the two primary apps. We learned from Lucknow that Sarathi will be undergoing some maintenance from Thursday at 10 a.m. until Saturday at noon, according to Siyaram Verma, the assistant regional transport officer (ARTO-administration) for Gautam Budh Nagar."Activities related to driving licenses, like obtaining a learners' permit, a primary license, renewing a license abroad, changing one's name or address, etc., have ceased," Verma stated. "I had no idea that the website was being maintained. The application was down, an official told me when I arrived to the RTO in Noida after traveling 35 kilometers," said Greater Noida resident Rajesh Yadav."The affected work is present in all Uttar Pradesh RTOs. An RTO representative stated, "Our specialists are working to fix the application as quickly as feasible.
Published 06 Jun 2024 11:30 AM
Best Midsize Car of the Year Texas Auto Writers Associations Annual Auto Roundup, 2024 Hyundai Sonata
DECATUR, Texas, May 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) annual Auto Roundup, which took place on April 23–24, 2024, has crowned the 2024 Hyundai Sonata the finest midsize car. Leading automotive journalists from Texas get together for the TAWA Auto Roundup, a major event in the industry, to assess the newest models on factors including overall appeal, performance, value, and safety.The 2024 Hyundai Sonata is honored with this accolade for its amazing value, superior performance, cutting-edge technology, and superb design. The Sonata outperformed a competitive field of competitors by impressing the TAWA judges with its cutting-edge features, fashionable appearance, and dedication to providing an outstanding driving experience.Senior vice president of product planning and mobility strategy at Hyundai Motor North America Olabisi Boyle commented, "We are immensely honored to receive this recognition from the Texas Auto Writers Association." "Our dedication to innovation, quality, and customer pleasure is embodied in the Hyundai Sonata 2024. This honor recognizes the diligence and commitment of our whole team."According to Cory Fourniquet, president of the Texas Auto Writers Association, "The Hyundai Sonata impressed our judges with its attention to detail throughout, like the color-matched switchgear for the windows and door locks as well as the built-in sunshades in the rear windows." "Even though it sells in a segment that is dominated by a couple of heavy hitters, Hyundai does not shy away from the mid-size sedan market like other manufacturers that are retiring their sedans. The fact that Hyundai is sustaining competitiveness in the market is very amazing. Not only that, but it beat out the freshly introduced 2025 Toyota Camry for this distinction."The dynamic new design language, improved safety features, and array of cutting-edge technologies make the Hyundai Sonata of 2024 stand out. A redesigned front fascia with a cascading grille, sleek LED headlights, and strong character lines that give the Sonata a sensation of motion even when it is stationary are all part of its aerodynamic and dramatic design. The Sonata is a versatile alternative for a broad spectrum of drivers, offering both dynamic performance and exceptional fuel economy with a selection of strong and economical engines, including a hybrid option.American Hyundai Motor Company Hyundai Motor America supports Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity objective while providing a technologically advanced array of automobiles, SUVs, and electrified vehicles to American consumers. Hyundai maintains substantial activities in the United States, with its North American headquarters located in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing assembly factory in Alabama, the newly developed Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America situated in Georgia, and multiple state-of-the-art research and development centers. According to a recent economic impact assessment, these businesses, along with those of Hyundai's 835 independent dealers, generate $20.1 billion in revenue and 190,000 employment for the American economy each year. To learn more, go to www.hyundainews.com.
Published 06 Jun 2024 11:29 AM
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With the launch of the XUV.e8, an electric version of their well-liked XUV700, Mahindra & Mahindra is preparing to increase the number of electric vehicles in their lineup. The corporation is currently testing prototypes of this new model, which has already been displayed in concept form. Mahindra has submitted for multiple design patents recently, covering the XUV.e8's appearance and interior.The design patents show that the XUV.e8 is very similar to the concept version that was previously presented, according to a report by HT Auto. Notable improvements include a new set of inverted L-shaped LED projector headlamps and a large LED lightbar that runs the length of the front of the car. Due to the lack of an internal combustion engine, the front bumpers have been altered and do not include the conventional grille.According to reports, the XUV.e8's side profile has aerodynamic wheel covers designed to improve air flow efficiency. The concept's flush-fitting door handles are still on the car. There aren't many modifications at the back, only a new bumper and an LED light bar, however the tail lamps should stay the same. The XUV.e8 will likewise have copper accents, just as the XUV400.Interior design elements, most notably a new two-spoke steering wheel, are also included in Mahindra's design patents. Four toggle switches are located on this hexagonal steering wheel, which has a red stripe at the top for controlling the infotainment system and instrument cluster. The lighted Mahindra emblem on the steering wheel is a novel touch that continues a trend observed in Tata cars. The revamped dashboard, which features a three-screen arrangement evocative of high-end automobile interiors, is another noteworthy interior upgrade. This comprises a passenger-side extra screen, an infotainment display, and an instrument cluster. With these improved technology features and style cues, Mahindra's electric vehicle portfolio is expected to gain something special with the XUV.e8.
Published 06 Jun 2024 11:29 AM
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Pebble will revive smart wearables using e-ink.
The Pebble smartwatch is coming back, revealed Eric Migicovsky, founder of the company. The wearables, once popular for their e-ink displays and long battery life, will once again be powered by PebbleOS, which was made an open-source project by Google.In an impassioned open letter, the founder expressed his wish to reintroduce a smartwatch with critical functionality, saying he has tried "every single smartwatch available," but none of them have all the characteristics he wants.a constantly-on, sunlight-readable, glanceable, and non-distracting electronic paper screen that is reflecting rather than emissive; long battery life to eliminate the need for additional wires when traveling and charge one item at a time; For frequently used functionality like telling the time, alerts, music control, alarms, weather, calendar, and sleep/step tracking, a straightforward and elegant user interface is ideal; Hackable buttons to play, pause, and skip music without turning to face the screen. According to Migicovsky, Pebble has more than 16,000 watch faces available in its app store, but Apple does not permit users to create their own. The source code for PebbleOS is now accessible online thanks to Google, the Fitbit owner that purchased Pebble's intellectual property.In light of this, the founder is putting together a small group of people who are committed to creating a long-term solution. While keeping the same features and specifications, he urges the group to "continue designing exciting gadgets" and add some fun new choices.
Jio, Airtel, Vi presents updated plans for SMS-only and call-only recharges.
Airtel, Jio, and Vi have introduced new vouchers that are more affordable than standard recharge plans with data perks in responseBoth Jio and Airtel have made additional revisions to their value plans since they were introduced a few days ago, and TRAI is presently reviewing them. The details of the new recharge plans that Jio and Airtel have launched without data advantages are listed below. Both Jio and Airtel withdrew some of its value plans that offered data benefits when these plans were introduced. The new phone and SMS-only recharge options offered by Airtel The Rs 1,849 recharge plan offered by Airtel Airtel's yearly recharge package is valid for 365 days and includes 3,600 SMS and unlimited calling service throughout that time. This plan's daily effective cost is Rs 5.06.om Regulatory Authority of India's (TRAI) directive to create voice and SMS-only recharge plans.The Rs 469 recharge plan offered by Airtel For the full 84-day validity period, this package provides unlimited calling and 900 SMS. This plan's daily effective cost is Rs 5.58.
As bitcoin reaches a record high prior to Trump's inauguration, the dollar declines.
Bitcoin, supported by lower US inflation figures and prospects of several rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, reached an all-time high of $109,071.86 before closing 4.2% higher at $107,120. As a "crypto president," Trump is anticipated to sign executive orders that promote digital assets. However, analysts cautioned that if policy actions are postponed, there may be a "sell the news" reaction.The dollar index, which compares the US dollar to six major currencies, dropped 0.36% to 109.02 from its 26-month high of 110.17 last week. Derek Halpenny, head of research global markets at MUFG, stated, "There are high expectations of Trump announcing trade tariffs under executive order along with many other policy announcements that could prompt further US dollar gains."Despite Monday's decline, the dollar has increased by 4% since Trump won the election in November due to hopes that his plans will increase inflation and economic growth. Though they cautioned about short-term risks associated with market expectations for prompt tariff steps, Goldman Sachs strategists anticipate the possibility of a further 5% increase in the dollar over the next months. Amid rumors that the Bank of Japan may increase its policy rate this week, the yen held close to a one-month high. The US Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday resulted in low trading volume.Trump reaffirmed his intentions to enforce stringent immigration restrictions at a rally on Sunday, which increased market turbulence. Analysts warned that a dollar fall in the upcoming weeks might be triggered by any indications of a more selective approach to tariffs. The introduction of the "official" Donald Trump memecoin has shocked the cryptocurrency community. Its value surged after its Friday night debut, momentarily hitting a $14 billion market cap.
Crypto Theft: WazirX Freezes $3 Million in Stolen Assets
As part of its ongoing recovery efforts, WazirX has frozen $3 million worth of stolen assets. This comes almost six months after it was hit by a $235 million hack. Cofounder Nischal Shetty said the company remains “fully committed to recovering stolen funds” and maximising recoveries under the Scheme of Arrangement WazirX’s parent Zettai is actively working with law enforcement agencies to trace and retrieve the stolen assetsThe company said in a statement, "WazirX has been able to freeze the first set of assets that were stolen during the cyberattack (the "Stolen Assets"). These assets are worth about $3M USDT [Tether]."Zettai, the parent company of WazirX, stated that while the platform undergoes reorganization procedures, it is actively collaborating with law enforcement, forensic specialists, investigative authorities, and legal professionals to track down and recover the stolen assets."This is only the start. Nischal Shetty, a cofounder of WazirX, stated, "We are totally dedicated to recovering the stolen funds … [and] maximising recoveries under a scheme."
The path taken by Synthesia to become the most valuable gen AI startup in the UK
The company's most recent investment round marks the most recent turning point in its explosive development trajectory.The debut of Amazon's AWS Summit, the internet giant's largest event outside of the US, took place in April at London's ExCel Centre, drawing tens of thousands of people from the British IT industry. Tanuja Randery, the head of AWS Europe, came on stage to start her welcome remarks as the participants sat down in the spacious main hall. Or so everyone believed. The audience had actually been witnessing an AI-generated video of her, assembled with a few easy cues, as the real Tanuja would soon reveal. Amazon wanted to highlight the cutting-edge technology being developed on its cloud platform. The business decided on a Synthesia-made avatar.just a £146 million Series D round, Synthesia achieved a $2.1 billion valuation, making it the most valued generative AI firm in Britain just nine months.
Which high-end phone is better, the OnePlus 13 or the iPhone 16 Plus?
Although both the OnePlus 13 and the iPhone 16 Plus are excellent smartphones, OnePlus' most recent flagship model appears to have a distinct edge in terms of performance, camera, and battery life.Apple iPhones are renowned for their seamless software, high-end construction, and superb cameras. However, newly released flagship Android phones, such as the OnePlus 13, offer even more features, including greater customization choices, a larger battery, and quicker charging. Here is a little guide that can help you choose between the recently released OnePlus 13 and the iPhone 16 Plus if you are having trouble deciding between the two.Design and presentation There is no greater contrast between the design language of the OnePlus 13 and the iPhone 16 Plus. In contrast to the Android phone, which is somewhat rectangular, the iPhone 16 Plus has far more subtle curves than the OnePlus 13, making it simpler to grip and pocket. Both phones now have an aluminum chassis. This also applies to these gadgets' backs. In contrast to the OnePlus 13, which has a glass back finish and is available in white and black, the iPhone 16 Plus has a frosted glass back. The OnePlus 13 also has a faux vegan leather finish. In terms of display, the OnePlus 13 boasts a slightly larger 6.82-inch AMOLED screen than the iPhone 16 Plus, which has a 6.7-inch OLED screen. Additionally, for unclear reasons, Apple chose to use a 60Hz panel on the iPhone 16 Plus, whereas the Oneplus 13 sports a 120Hz screen, which allows for far better scrolling and user interface components. You will probably notice the difference whether reading articles or playing games on the new OnePlus handset, which still has a significant advantage over the iPhone 16 Plus.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G demonstrates what happens when AI and the greatest stylus combine.
With its potent S-Pen, huge screen, AI-driven features, and robust performance, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G raises the bar for Android tablets. But is the time and money you've invested worth it? Let's investigate. Which Android tablet is the best available? The Samsung Galaxy Tab has been the only solution to this problem for years. With its new Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G tablet, which is the tablet counterpart of its flagship smartphone, the Korean tech giant aims to emphasize this for another year. However, is the heritage that comes with the new Tab S10 Ultra truly worth it? This is my opinion after using it for a few days. Notwithstanding its sizable 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G is a stylish tablet. With a size that other firms don't provide, the tablet is obviously targeted at people who require a larger canvas in order to fully utilize the S-pen's capacity to elevate your creativity. You should be aware that this is a huge tablet, particularly given its long or broad orientation. Fortunately, the thinness and light weight of this tablet make up for its bulk.
AI breakthrough in breast cancer detection: According to a new study, screening accuracy has increased by almost 17%.
AI can be a useful tool in the early diagnosis of breast cancer, according to a recent study conducted by experts from the University of Lubeck in Germany.In a significant discovery, scientists from the University of Lubeck in Germany discovered that artificial intelligence (AI) can increase cancer detection rates by almost 17%. The results come from a recent study that included the biggest AI use in breast cancer screenings ever.A total of 4,60,000 women were screened by 119 radiologists for the study. The radiologists were free to decide whether or not to employ AI. According to the study, radiologists supported by AI were able to detect cancer at a rate of 6.7 per 1,000 tests, a 17.6% increase over conventional readings.Up to 65% of AI-assisted readings for requested biopsies revealed malignancy, compared to 59% without AI. The study also showed that, without sacrificing accuracy, AI enabled 43% faster reading times, which decreased workloads.
As part of the government's India AI program, Microsoft will create an AI Center of Excellence and teach 5 lakh Indians.
Through the establishment of an AI Center of Excellence, Microsoft and the Indian government plan to train 500,000 Indians, including students, teachers, developers, government officials, and female entrepreneurs, to utilize AI technologies by the end of the year.Under the India AI initiative, the software giant and the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology inked a Memorandum of Understanding. Microsoft will also establish AI productivity laboratories to provide AI learning courses in 20 National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs)/NIELIT sites spread across 10 states as part of the agreement. On Wednesday, January 8, during the Microsoft AI tour in New Delhi, CEO Satya Nadella announced the partnership. Additionally, he provided a summary of the three primary AI platforms offered by Microsoft (Copilot, Copilot & AI stack, and Copilot Devices) and their implications for Indian companies.The diffusion rate and acceptance rates are significantly faster, which is the most exciting aspect of visiting India at all. Not much of a difference exists. In terms of how people discuss and use [AI], it doesn't really matter where I am—in Seattle, Palo Alto, Delhi, or Bangalore," Nadella stated during his presentation.
How Arm became the most prosperous tech company in Britain
Co-founder of London-based Amadeus Capital Partners Hermann Hauser joined a WhatsApp group in 2023 that was full of billionaire US investors including Michael Dell and Mark Andreesen.Hauser tells me, "When they invited me to join the group, one of the first things they did was lament the fact that Europe doesn't have any hundred-billion tech companies."“Well, keep an eye on Arm,” he said. The tip was sound. The chip designer's market value soared above $100 billion a few months after Arm's stunning Nasdaq IPO, making it the first British tech company to reach that milestone. Hauser, who had led the company's spinout from Cambridge-based Acorn Computers in the early 1990s after a modest investment from Apple, was proud of the moment.And the stock keeps up its impressive rise. It is currently valued at about $150 billion, more than twice as much as it was at its 2023 IPO, and it even briefly surpassed the $200 billion milestone in July of last year. During a recent staff conference, Arm's Chief Architect Richard Grisenthwaite, the company's de facto CTO, stated, "I can definitely see us going way above our current valuation over the years because the demand is really there." He also insisted on walking on stage to the song "You Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet" by Bachman-Turner Overdrive."Everyone will be using more and more computing in everything they do, and it's in the data centers." Our networked world will include artificial intelligence, which presents us with a plethora of potential. "The demand for computing is significantly exploding right now.Here, the possibilities are truly endless. According to Arm's most recent financial reports, Grisenthwaite's optimism is justified. The company's turnover is expected to nearly double from just three years ago, reaching approximately $4 billion by the conclusion of its current fiscal year in April. Since then, Arm has gained over 2,000 employees, bringing its total workforce to almost 8,000. The majority of these employees still work in Cambridge, where the firm is now developing a new headquarters.
Under the new law, Malaysia authorizes WeChat and TikTok to function.
Under the new law, Malaysia licenses WeChat and TikTok to operate. Social media sites and messaging services with more than 8 million members in Malaysia are required by law to obtain a license or risk legal action, which was created to address the growing problem of cybercrime.KUALA LUMPUR: According to Malaysia's communications regulator, while several other platforms had not registered, Tencent's WeChat and ByteDance's TikTok were granted licenses to operate in the nation under a new social media law.In an effort to combat the growing problem of cybercrime, the law mandates that messaging services and social media platforms with over 8 million users in Malaysia obtain a license or risk legal action. It became operative on January 1. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission stated in a statement on Wednesday that Meta Platforms, the company that owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, had started the licensing procedure, while messaging app Telegram was nearing the end of the licensing process.Because the platform claimed that its local user base fell short of the 8 million criterion, the regulator stated that X had not filed an application. The regulator stated that it was examining whether X's claim was legitimate. After voicing concerns regarding YouTube's video sharing capabilities and its classification under the licensing rules, Alphabet's Google, the company that runs the video site YouTube, also declined to apply for a license, the regulator said. It stated that YouTube must comply but did not specify the issues or how they relate to the legislation. "Platform providers found to be in violation of licensing requirements may be subject to investigation and regulatory actions," the agency stated. Early in 2024, Malaysia observed a significant rise in hazardous social media content and encouraged
The greatest investment of 2024 was Bitcoin, despite its typical volatility.
As new exchange-traded funds brought about broader adoption and as expectations for deregulation under a new presidential administration propelled digital assets to all-time highs, Bitcoin was by far the best-performing asset class in 2024.But as this month's trade makes abundantly evident, cryptocurrency ownership also entails the same instability and wild swings. Since beginning the year at around $40,000, the price of bitcoin has more than doubled, and it is currently trading close to $94,000. Ether last traded at over $3,355, and it has gained almost 50% so far this year. The weeks after the U.S. presidential election were the year's most successful period. Anticipating that President-elect Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris would pave the way for more regulatory certainty and attract fresh investment, the cryptocurrency surged beyond $108,000 for the first time by mid-December. However, prices have decreased since then. The idea that the Federal Reserve's rate reduction will be implemented more slowly than expected has caused Bitcoin to decline for the month. Toward the close of the year, the market has also experienced a period of choppiness and apparent profit-taking.
Hitachi and Eros commemorate their 55-year collaboration.
Over the past 55 years, EROS and Hitachi have established an impressive legacy of innovation, reliability, and quality. Their collaboration started while EROS was just getting started, and it was the start of a journey that would influence household appliances and electronics in the UAE and worldwide.EROS was founded in the early 1960s with the intention of providing premium electronics to satisfy the expanding needs of the Middle East. Its first significant partner was the Japanese multinational corporation Hitachi, which opened the door to a fruitful and long-lasting partnership. The region's electronics sector was only getting started at the time, and Hitachi's inventive, dependable technology soon became well-known. The collaboration between EROS and Hitachi grew along with the region's need for contemporary electronics and home appliances. As a significant distributor, EROS brought Hitachi's appliances and home solutions to local customers.A common dedication to quality and innovation has been one of the pillars of the EROS-Hitachi collaboration. Customers of EROS have responded favorably to Hitachi's energy-efficient, long-lasting, and user-friendly products, which have continuously introduced new technology to the market.With its state-of-the-art technology and unparalleled dependability in household appliances, Hitachi continues to be a crucial brand in EROS' lineup. Customers around the region may readily access Hitachi's products thanks to EROS' extensive physical and online retail network. Hitachi sets the standard for home solutions that blend outstanding performance, contemporary design, and great value because to its constant innovation. Rajat Asthana, COO of EROS Group, states, "Our partnership with Hitachi is a testament to the power of collaboration, trust, and innovation." "We have been dedicated to providing our clients with quality, cutting-edge technology, and outstanding value for the past 55 years. Our shared commitment to the UAE's dynamic economy is reflected in the legacy we have created. We're excited to carry on with this journey and launch even more innovative products.
Wiley's Jarrett on how ethical AI can revolutionize the publishing business
The way researchers interact with their readers is being profoundly altered by artificial intelligence (AI), which is also making the scholarly publishing industry more technologically oriented. While human input is still crucial for publication authorship, AI's contribution is constantly growing, according to Josh Jarrett, Senior Vice-President of AI Growth at Wiley, a multinational research and publishing company with a strong presence in India, who spoke with TechCircle. He described how Wiley is prioritizing ethical considerations while improving the publishing experience through the proper use of AI/ML (Machine Learning). Edited passages:How can scholars effectively use AI for scholarly publishing? For a long time, Wiley has strategically chosen to use AI to enhance research procedures. According to recent surveys, scientists are struggling with fundamental issues with AI's capacity to improve language, analyze intricate data, and produce novel theories. We are especially excited about AI's potential to improve authorship, create simulations, find undiscovered gaps, help with literature reviews, and expedite research workflows. But we also acknowledge the difference between cautious experts and eager early adopters. By creating strong standards, policies, procedures, and instruments that uphold integrity, we hope to close this gap and guarantee that Wiley and its collaborators influence the direction of AI research in the future.
The iPhone's evolution: How Apple has altered its design over the past 16 years
Apple's newest device, the iPhone 15, will be available in stores nationwide in less than a day. Since everyone carries a smartphone these days, it's easy to overlook how revolutionary the original iPhone was and how much it's changed over time. This shows the evolution of the iPhone from 2007 until 2023.On January 9, 2007, Apple CEO Steve Jobs finally revealed the original iPhone after months of conjecture. The 4GB model of the smartphone, which didn't actually go on sale until June, cost $499, while the 8GB model (with a two-year commitment) cost $599. It had a 2-megapixel camera, a 3.5-inch screen, and was praised for its then-novel multitouch capabilities. However, some claimed that the phone was too costly to succeed in the market. (See the narrative of the iPhone launch.)Apple released the iPhone 3G, its replacement, on June 9, 2008, one year after the original iPhone went on sale. The new model was more affordable, had more capacity, a built-in GPS, and the ability to connect to quicker 3G networks. The iPhone 3G, which went on sale on July 11 for $199 for the 8GB model and $299 for the 16GB model, featured a feature known as location services. Steve Jobs, the CEO of the iPhone, predicted that location services would be a major feature. "That's going to blow up." (Refer to the launch narrative.)
The 'final chance' for social media to address unlawful posts
As the Online Safety Act (OSA) goes into effect, online platforms will have to start evaluating whether their services expose users to unlawful content by March 16, 2025, or risk financial penalties. The UK's internet safety regulator, Ofcom, released its final codes of practice on Monday that outline how businesses should handle unlawful online content.Platforms may be fined up to 10% of their worldwide turnover if they don't do risk assessments within three months of discovering possible harms to their services. Dame Melanie Dawes, the director of Ofcom, told BBC News that this was the industry's "last chance" to reform."If they don't start to seriously change the way they operate their services, then I think those demands for things like bans for children on social media are going to get more and more vigorous," she stated. "I'm asking the industry now to get moving, and if they don't they will be hearing from us with enforcement action from March." Platforms must determine when, where, and how illegal content may appear on their services as well as how they will prevent it from reaching users in accordance with Ofcom's regulations. According to the OSA, this includes anything that promotes or facilitates suicide, self-harm, extreme sexual violence, controlling or coercive behavior, or child sexual abuse material (CSAM).However, detractors claim that the Act ignores a variety of ills that children face. The OSA has "deep structural issues," according to the Molly Rose Foundation, which was established in honor of adolescent Molly Russell, who committed herself in 2017 after seeing pictures of herself harming herself on social media. Its chief executive, Andy Burrows, stated that the organization was "astonished and disappointed" that Ofcom's guidelines did not include explicit, targeted steps for platforms on handling suicide and self-harm content. "Robust regulation remains the best way to tackle illegal content, but it simply isn't acceptable for the regulator to take a gradualist approach to immediate threats to life," he stated.
Get ready for the cyberwar, CW EMEA
Cyber security experts and prominent government and business organizations prepared for a probable online conflict when the conflict between Israel and Hamas broke out in October. We discuss cyberwar, threat activity trends, and what security teams can do to safeguard their organizations in this issue of CW EMEA. We also examine the developments in quantum computing in Finland, the technology developed by Belgian researchers to speed up datacenter processing, and the keys to KPN's successful economic transformation. Go ahead and read the issue.Later, a senior minister will warn that Russia is prepared to launch cyberattacks against the UK and other allies in an effort to erode support for Ukraine. At a NATO summit, Pat McFadden, the chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, who is also in charge of national security, is expected to warn that the Kremlin might attack British companies and deprive millions of people of their electricity. McFadden is to describe Russia's cyberwarfare capabilities as a "hidden war" being fought against Ukraine, and this is the most recent in a string of warnings about them. Additionally, he is anticipated to specifically target Russia's Unit 29155, which the government claims has conducted several strikes in Europe and the United Kingdom. The cabinet minister will warn that "cyber war can be destabilizing and debilitating" and characterize the Kremlin as "exceptionally aggressive and reckless" in this regard during a lecture to the NATO Cyber Defense Conference at Lancaster House in London. The potential for Russia to "turn the lights off for millions of people" by shutting down power grids and its readiness to target British companies "in pursuit of its malign goals" will be the main topics of McFadden's discussion. "My message to members today is clear: nobody should undervalue the Russian cyber threat to NATO, especially considering the intensity of that antagonism. He will inform the assembled NATO members, "The threat is real." He will assert that hacker collectives supporting the Russian government are accountable for at least
The Canada division of TikTok is requesting a court review of the shutdown orders.
Dec. 10 (Reuters): According to a statement released on Tuesday, TikTok's Canada division filed an emergency action with the Federal Court of Canada, requesting a judicial review of an order that the firm shut down its activities in the nation due to national security concerns.In a filing dated December 5, the Chinese-owned social media app asked the court to overturn a government order for TikTok to shut down its operations in Canada.The court might, instead, revoke the order and send it back to the administration for review and direction, according to the brief. Last year, TikTok's ambition to invest and grow its business in Canada was the subject of an investigation by Ottawa. Due to national security concerns, the government issued an order last month requiring the company to cease operations in Canada as a result of the review. In its statement on the legal action, TikTok claimed that closing its Canadian operation would result in the loss of hundreds of jobs."We believe it's in the best interest of Canadians to find a meaningful solution and ensure that a local team remains in place, alongside the TikTok platform," added the statement. The government can evaluate any national security threats from foreign investments, like the TikTok proposal, in accordance with Canadian legislation. The government is prohibited by law from disclosing the specifics of these investments. The decision from last month did not completely prohibit Canadians from using the well-known social media site. According to the corporation, TikTok has over 14 million monthly users in Canada.A request for comment from Reuters outside of usual business hours was not immediately answered by Canada's Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Industry. The Canadian ruling came after a similar measure was taken in the United States, when President Joe Biden signed a law in April mandating that Bytedance, the company that controls TikTok, sell its U.S. assets by January 19, 2025, or risk a statewide ban. Separately, TikTok and Bytedance requested on Monday that an appeals court temporarily halt the law until the Supreme Court reviews it.
