The European Union (EU) fined Silicon superstar, Apple, with a 1.8 billion-euro-fine (USD 1.9 billion) for violating the bloc's laws by preventing music streaming services from informing users about subscription options outside of its App Store.
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Linking Human Brains to Computers
The field of brain-machine or brain-computer interface research has been making tremendous progress with the possibility of installing brain implants in humans.
VR Research Reveals Early Signs of Alzheimer's Risk
Researchers at the University of Cambridge are employing virtual reality (VR) technology to identify early symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. They examined spatial navigation deficits in individuals predisposed to Alzheimer's by immersing them in virtual environments using VR headsets.
WhatsApp Boosts Security: Chat Lock on Web and More Exciting Upgrades
This feature, not initially available on the web, adds an extra layer of security by allowing users to lock individual chats.
Microsoft Revolutionizes Security Solutions
Microsoft is introducing a new pricing model for its Copilot for Security chatbot, set for release on April 1st. This chatbot, leveraging large language models (LLMs), aids cybersecurity professionals.
Dubai Ministry of Finance Saves 39,000 Hours with Robotic Automation
Dubai's Ministry of Finance has successfully concluded the second phase of integrating Robotic Process Automation (RPA), employing bots to automate 1.8 million transactions with over 98% accuracy, resulting in a saving of 39,000 working hours. Aligned with the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, this initiative has streamlined 63 processes, achieving a remarkable 95% reduction in errors and a 65% decrease in average handling time. This strategic move aligns with the UAE's 2031 vision, emphasizing innovation and excellence in government affairs.
Lifesaving Jewelry: Will You Say “I Do”?
Engineers at the University of Waterloo have pioneered a groundbreaking innovation: a highly efficient antenna small enough to be housed within a ring, yet capable of transmitting crucial medical data to both healthcare providers and individual patients.
META Workforce Link Salary Surge to Improved Digital Proficiency
As per a recent survey conducted by Kaspersky, more than half of the surveyed employees in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) region express a deficiency in digital skills when working with computers and other digital devices. The respondents believe that by enhancing their digital skills, they could potentially increase their earnings by an average of 41%.
Social Media Active Users Breaks 5 Billion
Reports indicate that the active social media user count has surged past 5 billion, with Meta's Facebook leading the pack at 2.19 billion users. Following closely behind are Meta's Instagram with 1.65 billion users, and TikTok with 1.56 billion users.
ChatGPT Unlikely to Contribute to Bioweapon Creation
OpenAI's study on GPT-4 suggests that the advanced AI model provides only a marginal advantage over the regular internet in researching bioweapons. The research, conducted by OpenAI's readiness team, aimed to assess the risks and potential misuse of their AI models.