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Brazil fines TikTok $30 million for failing to protect children's data

Brazil's data protection authority has fined TikTok's parent company ByteDance approximately $30 million for failing to protect the personal data of children and adolescents.

2 weeks ago 356 views

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AI focus leads Apple to cut more than 200 roles

Apple is placing more emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI) and next-generation device development. To this end, the company has decided to cut more than 200 positions in teams linked to Siri and Vision Pro. The information was reported by US media outlet Bloomberg.

2 weeks ago 412 views

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5 Kinds of Advice Better Not to Seek from AI

Artificial intelligence or AI has become an important aid in people's daily lives. Many are taking help from AI for searching information, writing, making plans, and solving various problems. However, relying on AI in all matters is not safe or effective.

2 weeks ago 398 views

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Big good news for Gemini users

Google has taken a new decision for its AI platform Gemini. Now AI-generated images, videos, or songs will no longer require clearly visible watermarks. Gemini users can easily turn this feature off or on if they want.

3 weeks ago 472 views

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bKash added to advertising bill payment

Good news for Bangladesh's digital entrepreneurs. Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has taken an initiative to add bKash, the country's popular mobile financial service provider, to the payment method for its ad management. In images shared by various users, it has been seen that alongside bank cards, the name of bKash has also been added to the bill payment option.

1 month ago 678 views

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US court order directs transfer of Chorki's main domain

Chorki, the OTT platform operated by Media Star Limited, the publisher of Prothom Alo, has lost control of its main web address. In an order issued on June 18, Judge Katherine Polk Failla of the US District Court for the Southern District of New York directed the domain registrar to transfer Chorki's main domain registration and administrative control to the plaintiffs' lawyers within 30 days.

1 month ago 601 views

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Bangladesh to become observer member of China-led global AI alliance

Bangladesh has decided to join the China-led World AI Cooperation Organization (WAICO) initially as an observer member. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced this in a statement published on Facebook on Saturday (August 2).

1 month ago 454 views

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Data transfer from iPhone to Android becomes easier, Google brings new feature

Google is launching a new migration system to make the transfer process easier for iPhone users switching to Android. With this new feature integrated into Android 17, various data from an iPhone can be quickly transferred wirelessly to an Android device without installing any additional apps.

1 month ago 343 views

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EU fines Google $1 billion

The European Union (EU) has fined technology company Google a total of 8.9 billion euros (approximately $1 billion) for obstructing market competition and giving unfair advantages to its own services. The European Commission announced the decision on Thursday.

1 month ago 329 views

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ASML could be Europe's first trillion-dollar company

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) technology is driving up global demand for advanced semiconductor chips. This has impacted the business of ASML, a Netherlands-based manufacturer of chip production equipment. According to analysts, if this trend continues, the company could become Europe's first $1 trillion market value company.

1 month ago 397 views

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Global technical glitch on Facebook

A sudden technical glitch has occurred on the social media platform Facebook. As a result, users in various countries around the world are facing problems accessing the platform and using its various features.

1 month ago 371 views

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AI wave in global economy, IMF optimistic despite recession risks

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said that massive investment in artificial intelligence (AI), led by the United States, is partially protecting the global economy from the risk of a major recession. According to the organization, despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and global uncertainty, the AI-dependent technology sector is adding new momentum to the economy.

2 months ago 330 views

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Apple sues OpenAI over trade secret theft allegations

The relationship between Apple and OpenAI has taken a new turn in the competition for AI-based hardware technology. Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and two former top executives of Apple, accusing them of stealing and misusing the company's confidential commercial information (trade secrets) for consumer hardware development.

2 months ago 311 views

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OpenAI unveils GPT-5.6, brings three new AI models

OpenAI has unveiled its next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) model GPT-5.6. The series, released on Thursday, includes three versions—Sol, Terra, and Luna.

2 months ago 372 views

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Enable this security feature on Facebook to reduce hacking risks

Facebook account hacking, identity verification complications, or prolonged suffering in account recovery—these types of problems are now quite familiar to users. To reduce these risks, Facebook has added a new feature to confirm user identity, named 'Verification Selfie'.

2 months ago 385 views

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Is AI taking away jobs? What research says

Whether artificial intelligence (AI) is taking away human jobs has been a long-standing global debate. Layoffs in various organizations have further fueled this concern. However, a recent study suggests the reality is not so one-sided.

2 months ago 268 views

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WhatsApp is bringing a chat feature that hides your number

To further strengthen users' privacy, the popular messaging platform WhatsApp is introducing a new feature. Through this new facility, users will be able to communicate with others without revealing their phone numbers.

2 months ago 344 views

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Asia is advancing in the AI race

Against the backdrop of US government restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI models, a new competitive landscape has emerged in the global artificial intelligence sector. In this situation, Asian technology companies are moving forward more strongly with their newly developed AI models.

2 months ago 319 views

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Major changes in OpenAI's GPT-5.6 unveiling

OpenAI has brought significant changes with the unveiling of its new artificial intelligence model GPT-5.6. The organization has stated that, following a request from the US government, the model's use has been temporarily restricted.

2 months ago 330 views

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TikTok unveils new AI tool 'Symphony Agent'

TikTok has unveiled a new AI-based tool called 'Symphony Agent' at Cannes Lions 2026, one of the world's leading creativity festivals. This new technology will allow brands and content creators to create advertising and promotional content faster, easier, and more effectively.

2 months ago 346 views

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AI glasses increase cheating in exams, how does this smart technology work?

With the advancement of technology, cheating methods in exams have also reached a new level. Instead of handwritten notes or paper, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered smart glasses are now becoming a new medium of fraud. Particularly in several East Asian countries, the use of AI glasses for cheating in exams is increasing at an alarming rate.

2 months ago 331 views

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WhatsApp brings new chat themes for iPhone users

Brazil fines TikTok $30 million for failing to protect children's data

AI focus leads Apple to cut more than 200 roles

5 Kinds of Advice Better Not to Seek from AI

Big good news for Gemini users

bKash added to advertising bill payment

US court order directs transfer of Chorki's main domain

Bangladesh to become observer member of China-led global AI alliance

Data transfer from iPhone to Android becomes easier, Google brings new feature

EU fines Google $1 billion

ASML could be Europe's first trillion-dollar company

Global technical glitch on Facebook

AI wave in global economy, IMF optimistic despite recession risks

Apple sues OpenAI over trade secret theft allegations

OpenAI unveils GPT-5.6, brings three new AI models

Enable this security feature on Facebook to reduce hacking risks

Is AI taking away jobs? What research says

WhatsApp is bringing a chat feature that hides your number

Asia is advancing in the AI race

Major changes in OpenAI's GPT-5.6 unveiling

TikTok unveils new AI tool 'Symphony Agent'

AI glasses increase cheating in exams, how does this smart technology work?

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