Meta has introduced new sticker packs for Instagram Stories, offering fresh ways to connect with your friends over your interests. These stickers include: Continue reading “Instagram gets four new sticker packs for Stories”
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WhatsApp introduces ‘Events and Replies’ for Communities
Meta has introduced a new feature on WhatsApp for organizing events and managing Announcement Groups more effectively. Continue reading “WhatsApp introduces ‘Events and Replies’ for Communities”
TikTok vows legal battle as Biden signs ownership bill
U.S. President Joe Biden has signed a bill into law that requires ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, to sell its ownership of the app within the next nine months or face a ban. Continue reading “TikTok vows legal battle as Biden signs ownership bill”
WhatsApp gets ‘Chat Filters’ for faster message finding
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature called chat filters, designed to streamline message searches for users. Continue reading “WhatsApp gets ‘Chat Filters’ for faster message finding”
Adobe unveils generative AI video tools for Premiere Pro
Adobe has introduced groundbreaking generative AI innovations in Adobe Premiere Pro, aimed at revolutionizing video creation and production workflows. Continue reading “Adobe unveils generative AI video tools for Premiere Pro”
YouTube targets third-party apps in ad-blocking crackdown
Late last year, YouTube initiated its battle against ad-blockers, extending its focus to third-party ad-blocker apps. Initially, the crackdown targeted ad-blockers allowing users to bypass ads without YouTube Premium, primarily on PCs via the website. Continue reading “YouTube targets third-party apps in ad-blocking crackdown”
Instagram gets nudity protection in DMs to combat sextortion
Meta has introduced new tools on Instagram to fight against sextortion and intimate image abuse. To develop these tools, Meta has collaborated with experts who have experience in combatting these crimes. Continue reading “Instagram gets nudity protection in DMs to combat sextortion”
Google is expanding Pixel-exclusive AI-powered editing tools in Photos to all users
Google is expanding its Pixel-exclusive AI-based Google Photos features to even more people. Its AI-powered editing tools — like Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, and Portrait Light — will be available to anyone using the app for free.
Beeper messaging app acquired by Automattic for $125 Million
Automattic, the company known for WordPress and WooCommerce, has acquired Beeper, a messaging app that consolidates 14 chat networks into one inbox. Continue reading “Beeper messaging app acquired by Automattic for $125 Million”
Google Cloud Next 2024: Google Axion Arm-based CPUs, Generative AI updates for Workspace and more announced
Google unveiled a range of updates and features at its Cloud Next 2024 event aimed at enhancing customer success and momentum. Let’s delve into the key announcements and features from Google Next ’24: Continue reading “Google Cloud Next 2024: Google Axion Arm-based CPUs, Generative AI updates for Workspace and more announced”
Spotify lets you build AI Playlists based on written prompts
Spotify is rolling out a new AI-based feature called ‘AI Playlist’ in beta. This premium feature curates playlists based on users’ prompts. It is an addition to Spotify’s other features like AI DJ and daylist, which make song discoveries simpler and more personalized.
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Google Chrome gets ‘Device Bound Session Credentials’ to combat cookie theft
Google introduced a new Chrome security feature called ‘Device Bound Session Credentials’ (DBSC). This feature links cookies to a specific device, preventing hackers from stealing and using them to take over users’ accounts. Continue reading “Google Chrome gets ‘Device Bound Session Credentials’ to combat cookie theft”
Telegram Business account now open for all Premium users
Telegram is finally introducing a business account feature that offers an array of business-friendly features for any user. It includes features like opening hours, automated messages, quick replies, and more. The firm also introduced Telegram Bot API 7.2, letting developers add business features to their bot. Continue reading “Telegram Business account now open for all Premium users”
X now offers Premium access for users with 2500 verified subscriber followers
Elon Musk has made a significant announcement on his platform X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday. He stated that all “𝕏 accounts” with over 2,500 verified subscriber followers will receive Premium features for free. Continue reading “X now offers Premium access for users with 2500 verified subscriber followers”
Google adds AI-powered trip ideas to Search, Translations in Circle to Search and more
Google today announced new updates and tools from Search, Maps, and Shopping to help you travel smarter this summer. Continue reading “Google adds AI-powered trip ideas to Search, Translations in Circle to Search and more”