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Skype Bids a Heartfelt Goodbye After 22 Years of Connecting the World
Microsoft officially retires Skype, marking the end of an era in online communication as users reflect on two decades of connection
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Behind the Screens: : Social Media Moderators Face Exploitation Beneath Big Tech’s Billion-Dollar Profits
while tech giants like Meta and TikTok rake in billions, these frontline workers often endure low wages, unsafe working environments, and severe mental health impacts — all behind a veil of secrecy.
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Turning Pages, Turning Profits: How South Asia’s Knowledge Economy Hinges on a Reading Renaissance
In a region historically reliant on agriculture and manufacturing, South Asia is undergoing a subtle but significant shift. With digital learning, innovation hubs, and educational startups flourishing, the "knowledge economy"—defined by the use of intellectual capabilities over physical inputs—is gaining ground.
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The 9-to-5 Is Dying: Reid Hoffman Predicts a Complex Future Where Only the Smart Thrive
LinkedIn’s Reid Hoffman says the age of stable jobs is over—survival now depends on adaptability, intelligence, and gig-economy agility.
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Ex Google CEO Eric Schmidt Warns of AI Misuse by Terrorists and Rogue States
AI models trained on genetic engineering and virology data could potentially assist bad actors in designing new pathogens that evade current medical defenses.
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Bangladeshi Guitarist Faruque Hossain Becomes First South Asian Endorsed by Wampler Pedals
Wampler Pedals, a renowned boutique manufacturer of guitar effects pedals based in Martinsville, Indiana, USA, is known for its high-quality overdrive, distortion, fuzz, and modulation pedals.
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NETPAC Announces Nominees for Inaugural Aruna Vasudev Awards at 31st FICA, Vesoul
These awards have been instituted to honor the legacy of Ms. Aruna Vasudev, a pioneering advocate for Asian cinema, who founded NETPAC in 1989.
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Indonesia Fines Google $12.4 Million Over Alleged Unfair Practices in Play Store
During a hearing, KPPU ruled that Google had violated the country’s anti-monopoly laws.
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L’Oréal and IBM Unveil Groundbreaking AI Partnership to Revolutionize Sustainable Cosmetic Innovation
This groundbreaking partnership aims to uncover insights from cosmetic formulation data, enabling L’Oréal to use sustainable raw materials while reducing energy and material waste.
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Microsoft to Invest $80bn in AI Data Centres to Strengthen Global Leadership and Counter China's Tech Influence
This initiative follows Microsoft’s 2024 commitment to invest $35 billion over three years in AI and cloud data centers across 14 countries.
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‘Squid Game’ Season 2 Premieres Thursday: A High-Stakes Return Packed with Twists, New Faces, and Global Acclaim
Gi-hun’s relentless quest to end the games takes center stage in Season 2.
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Tesla Unveils Cybercab Robotaxi, Betting Big on an Autonomous Future
The unveiling of the Cybercab was the highlight of the elaborate “We, Robot” event, which featured five themed neighborhoods showcasing Tesla’s futuristic vision.
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Japan to Introduce Driverless Shinkansen Bullet Trains
JR East’s statement highlighted that driverless trains would create a more efficient and sustainable railway system, adapting to Japan's declining population and changing work dynamics.
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KleinVision's AirCar Technology Sold to China
Hebei Jianxin Flying Car Technology Company, based in Cangzhou, China, has obtained exclusive rights to produce and utilize AirCar aircraft within a specified region of China.
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SkyDrive, Suzuki plan low-cost flying taxi service in India
SkyDrive CEO Tomohiro Fukuzawa revealed the project Tuesday during the opening of Vibrant Gujarat, a trade show held in the western Indian state of the same name.
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Microsoft Unveils Copilot Key Innovation
This move, expected to redefine how users interact with artificial intelligence, enables instantaneous access to Microsoft's AI chatbot by simply pressing a key.
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ChatGPT Captures 60% Share of AI Traffic, Emerging as Unrivaled Conversational Leader
The era of AI supremacy ,ChatGPT captures 60% traffic, excelling in conversation. Explore its rise, innovations, and ethical strides in the ever-evolving landscape of technology.
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Google Settles $5 Billion Incognito Mode Tracking Lawsuit
The crux of the lawsuit was the alleged contradiction between Google's advertised claims of user privacy in incognito mode and the reality of its continued data collection practices.
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Applying for Erasmus Mundus scholarship
Asian students excel in Erasmus Mundus scholarship applications, showcasing growing interest in international joint Master's degrees and European collaboration
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Coldplay Extends Singapore Run to Six Shows In Singapore
Due to overwhelming demand, Coldplay adds two shows to their Singapore tour, making it a historical six-night run.