Meta has intensified the promotion of its Threads service. Meta is leveraging the vast user base of Facebook by seamlessly integrating Threads posts into users' feeds, marking a significant escalation in the company's promotional tactics. This move follows Meta's established pattern of using Facebook as a launchpad for its new features and services. Previously, Meta seamlessly integrated Instagram Reels into…

Spotify, the world's leading music streaming service, is gearing up for a radical overhaul of its royalty system. This transformative initiative targets three distinct issues within the platform—cheating, noise content, and insufficient monetization for emerging artists. Spotify's upcoming changes promise a fairer distribution of revenue, giving a significant boost to working artists worldwide. The first major alteration introduces a minimum…

Google has announced plans to assemble its Pixel series smartphones in India. Rick Osterloh, Google's senior vice president of devices and services, revealed that the production of Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro devices will commence in India, with these locally manufactured phones hitting the market next year. "We are collaborating with both international and domestic partners to manufacture Pixel…

The year 2023 is being hailed as the "Year of Artificial Intelligence" for tech giants, as a new Euroscape 2023 report from venture capital firm Accel reveals that leading U.S. technology companies, including Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, and NVIDIA, have collectively added a jaw-dropping $2.4 trillion to their market capitalization. This impressive surge comes on the back of a year…

In a strategic move following a surge of 9 million new subscribers in the third quarter, Netflix has increased its subscription prices, aiming to bolster revenues and curb password sharing. For U.S. basic subscribers, the monthly fee rose by $2 to $11.99, while premium plans increased by $3 to $22.99. In the UK, basic subscribers saw a £1 increase to…

In a groundbreaking development, Google has unveiled an AI-powered image generator within its renowned search engine, making image creation accessible and seamless for users. However, this feature is currently limited to users in the United States who are 18 years or older and have enrolled in the Google Labs and Search Generative Experience (SGE) program. This innovative functionality eliminates the…

In the ever-evolving world of smartphones, operating system updates are eagerly anticipated, yet their adoption rate can be a slow climb. Apple's iOS 17, launched on September 18, was met with a mix of excitement and apprehension. Now, the numbers are in, and they reveal an intriguing tale of user hesitance. While iOS 17 beckoned with its promise of new…

In the ever-evolving realm of operating systems, Windows 10 stands tall as the reigning champion, capturing a substantial 71.64% of the global Windows-based market share, according to recent data from StatCounter. Surprisingly, its successor, Windows 11, lags behind with a 23.61% market share, a trend that has raised more than a few eyebrows in the tech world. This comprehensive analysis…

In a much-anticipated unveiling, Google has introduced its latest flagship smartphones, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, promising a blend of cutting-edge technology and innovative design. These new devices not only continue Google's legacy of sleek design but also introduce a host of advanced features and a remarkable longevity in terms of support. Processor Prowess At the heart of…

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's recent announcement of an "anti-subsidy investigation into electric cars from China" has sent shockwaves through the automotive industry. As China's electric car industry gains momentum, it poses a significant threat to established players like Volkswagen and has raised concerns about unfair competition. China's prowess in car production has catapulted it into a major…

Meta, in partnership with Ray-Ban, is stepping up the game with its latest smart glasses offering. No longer referred to as "Stories," these are simply "smart glasses." It's a straightforward rebranding that underscores their dual role: audio and camera functionalities. Unveiled at the Connect launch event, the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses are now available for pre-order and are set to…

OpenAI, the pioneering artificial intelligence research lab, has unveiled major enhancements to its ChatGPT platform, further cementing its position in the AI conversational space. This significant update brings voice interaction and image recognition capabilities to ChatGPT, expanding its functionalities and making it even more versatile and user-friendly. One of the most remarkable additions to ChatGPT is its newfound ability to…

In yet another remarkable display of technological prowess, SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket soared into the predawn skies of California on September 25, 2023, carrying the promise of expanded global internet coverage. This mission saw the successful deployment of 21 Starlink satellites into orbit, further bolstering SpaceX's audacious satellite internet project. The Falcon 9 rocket, a stalwart in SpaceX's fleet, lifted…

The music industry in the United States has been humming a happy tune in H1 2023, according to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). In their Mid-Year 2023 Report, the RIAA reveals that the US recorded music industry raked in a whopping $8.4 billion in gross revenues during the first half of this year. This figure, reported on a…

In a groundbreaking move set to reshape the digital landscape, Telegram, the widely-used messaging platform, is preparing to integrate a cryptocurrency wallet based on The Open Network (TON) for its massive user base of over 800 million active users. This cryptocurrency wallet, aptly named TON Space, is slated to become globally available to Telegram users starting November 2023. As of…