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Yahoo Japan is placing a significant bet on generative AI to revolutionise its workplace, mandating that all 11,000 employees integrate AI tools into their daily tasks with the goal of doubling productivity by 2028. The company, which also operates the messaging platform LINE, plans to use AI to handle routine tasks such as research, meeting … Read more
A major security breach involving Microsoft’s SharePoint platform has affected government agencies, businesses, and research institutions globally. Exploiting a “zero-day” vulnerability, the breach impacted US federal and state agencies, universities, and energy companies, with attackers gaining access to sensitive data and systems, as reported by The Washington Post. The breach involved tampering with automated data systems … Read more
Google has officially confirmed the date for its highly anticipated Pixel 10 launch event, set to take place on August 20, 2025, in New York City. The event will kick off at 1 PM ET, with the company expected to unveil its new lineup of Pixel phones, including the much-anticipated Pixel 10 series, as well … Read more
South Korea has announced plans to establish a lunar base by 2045, marking a significant leap in the nation’s space exploration ambitions. This goal is part of a comprehensive exploration roadmap revealed by the Korea Aerospace Administration (KASA) on July 17, which outlines several key missions in lunar exploration, space science, and microgravity research. KASA’s … Read more
Multiple sources report that FromSoftware is developing a remaster of Dark Souls 3, aiming for a 2026 release. Originally launched on March 24 2016, Dark Souls 3 marked a significant return for the series, which has become influential in discussions around game difficulty. According to information shared by known FromSoftware leaker Kurakasis, the unannounced title … Read more
Australians will soon face mandatory age verification and identity checks when using online services, as part of new regulations set to take effect from December. Developed by the tech sector and eSafety commissioner, these rules aim to protect children from harmful content online, such as pornography and violent material. The new codes, under the ‘Online Safety … Read more
Chatbots can get scary if you suspend your disbelief. But MJ Cocking didn’t — and wound up in a relationship that was strangely, helpfully real.
Listen to article Chatbots, created by engineering universities in Pakistan, will now be able to assist and guide international delegates at a defence exhibition taking place this November. The AI-powered chatbot project is a collaborative effort between Dawood University of Engineering and Ziauddin University, and it has been named “Noor Pakistan.” The Noor Pakistan robot, designed to assist … Read more
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, announced a global ban on Russian state media outlets, including RT and Rossiya Segodnya. This decision is part of an intensified crackdown on alleged foreign interference, with Meta accusing these outlets of employing deceptive tactics to manipulate public opinion and evade detection. The ban follows … Read more
WhatsApp is rolling out new features designed to make video calls more engaging and fun. The messaging app has introduced filters and backgrounds, allowing users to add a personal touch to their video calls, whether it’s a one-on-one conversation or a group call. Although these features are already available on competitor apps like Zoom, WhatsApp … Read more