Tech
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Apple relies on AI to drive sales of new iPhone 16
Under pressure to revive iPhone sales amid a slump, Apple unveiled its iPhone 16 on Monday, featuring a new external camera button and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). CEO Tim Cook empha…
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EU orders Apple to repay €13 billion in tax
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ordered Apple to repay €13 billion (£11 billion; $14 billion) in unpaid taxes to Ireland. This follows an accusation by the EU Commission that Ireland provided…
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Durov announces telegram’s plan to address criticism regarding its content moderation policies
On Friday, Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced that the messaging app will address criticism surrounding its content moderation practices and remove certain features that have been exploited for i…
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Volvo has dropped its plan to sell electric vehicles by 2030
Volvo has abandoned its goal to exclusively produce electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030, now planning to include some hybrid models in its lineup by that date. The company cited shifting market condition…
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TikTok to be sued over TikTok challenge killing 10-year-old
A US appeals court has revived a lawsuit against TikTok over a viral “blackout challenge” that led to the death of a 10-year-old girl. The court ruled that TikTok’s algorithm recommending the challen…
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Ford reduces electric vehicle plans due to rising costs
Ford is adjusting its electric vehicle (EV) strategy by canceling plans for a large, all-electric SUV and delaying the launch of its next electric pickup truck. Chief Financial Officer John Lawler ci…
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Empowering Africa’s Youth: Closing the digital skills gap
Digitalization is one of the most transformative opportunities of our era and a powerful tool for eradicating poverty while sustaining a livable planet. We are witnessing a rapid evolution of digital…
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Google’s search monopoly deemed illegal
A US judge has ruled Google acted illegally to crush its competition and maintain a monopoly on online search and related advertising. The landmark decision on Monday is a major blow to Alphabet, Goo…
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Elon Musk reveals Neuralink’s second implant successful
Neuralink has successfully implanted its device in a second patient, aiming to enable paralyzed individuals to control digital devices solely through thought, according to Elon Musk, Reuters reported…
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WhatsApp introduces event feature for group chats
In its latest update for iOS, WhatsApp has announced that it is widely rolling out an exciting new feature which will enable users to host events on their group chats. Meta’s instant messaging app is…