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Tencent, Huawei and Others Begin Baring Apps Without Required Disclosures in China

Tencent is a global pioneer in integrated internet-based technology and cultural enterprises. It develops and delivers game-changing products, including social communication platforms Weixin/WeChat, QQ, Tencent Video, and WeiShi, and digital content to improve the quality of life for over 1 billion netizens worldwide. Its e-commerce, online advertising, instant messaging, and wireless internet portals provide value-added services to consumers, businesses, and other partners. The company is a global leader in the mobile gaming industry, with its flagship games titles, Honor of

Lenovo Yoga Book 9i Review: Pioneering Dual-Screen Laptops in an Unprepared World

The tech world is no stranger to innovation, and when it comes to pushing the boundaries, Lenovo is a name that frequently appears at the forefront. Their Yoga Book 9i, with its dual-screen design, is a testament to their commitment to redefining the laptop experience. However, the world might not yet be fully prepared for the transformative potential of this groundbreaking device. The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i is a visual stunner from the moment you see it. Its dual-screen design

Deepfake Technology Faces Scrutiny in China as Tech Giants Seek Approval

With growing concerns about fake news, rumors, bullying, and financial fraud, China has taken steps to regulate deepfake technology. Its cyberspace regulator has received 110 applications from Chinese technology companies such as Huawei (HWT.UL) and Alibaba (9988. HK) for approvals related to models that can be used to manipulate visual and audio data. The companies need the approvals to comply with rules set out in December by the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) that govern the use of deepfake technology.

Germany’s Cybercrime Problem Worsens, Costing Economy $224 Billion

The theft of IT equipment and data, as well as digital and industrial espionage and sabotage, will cost Germany 206 billion euros ($224 billion) in 2023, German digital association Bitkom said on Friday. That’s more than double the loss of 103 billion euros last year. “The German economy is a desirable target for criminals and hostile states,” Bitkom President Ralf Wintergerst said. “The boundaries between organized crime and state-controlled actors are blurred.” In addition to corporate sabotage, hacking is used

Musk’s Twitter: The Everything App, Now With Calls

After his takeover of Twitter and renaming the social media micro-blogging site as X, Elon Musk, on Thursday, announced that X would soon see features like audio and video calls integrated into the platform. The feature will be compatible with Android, iOS, PC and Mac. As Musk stated, the calls can be made without any phone number. This set of factors makes the feature stand out among all others available in the market. The move aligns with a vision of

Top Tech CEOs Gather for AI Forum

Artificial intelligence’s rapid evolution catches lawmakers’ attention as Congress seeks to create guardrails for the swiftly developing technology. Next month, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer will host a group of technology industry leaders, including Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg, and Alphabet Inc. CEO Sundar Pichai at an artificial intelligence forum, APA reports. Representatives from advocacy, civil rights, worker, and creative groups are also scheduled to attend. Schumer is taking a deliberate approach to AI regulation, saying

South Korea Takes Steps to Protect Chip and Display Industry from Technology Theft

The latest twist in the global battle over semiconductor manufacturing comes from China, which is determined to reclaim its lost ground. The Chinese are investing tens of billions to build the world’s most advanced chipmaking operations – and, in doing so, could potentially overtake Korea as the top player. South Korea is bolstering its security measures to combat this threat. The government will create a database of engineers and monitor their travel in and out of the country to deter

Doosan Robotics’ IPO to Value Company at $1.69 Billion

According to a company filing, the top Korean collaborative robot supplier, Doosan Robotics Inc., opened the books on an up to $318 million initial public offering. The listing is expected to be the largest for the Seoul-listed company this year, which has a 21% share of the country’s cobot market. The company will offer a total of 16.2 million shares for subscription from Monday, in an indicative range of 21,000 won to 26,000 won per share. Doosan Robotics, a unit

Rumored Apple iPad Pro 2024 to Feature OLED Display, New Chipset, and Stylus

Apple’s iPad Pro lineup has received minor improvements in processing power, display quality, and camera capability over the past year, but a significant upgrade may be on the way. Sources claim that the next generation of iPad Pro tablets will feature an upgraded version of Apple’s M3 SoC. This chipset is said to have “industry-leading power efficiency” and a unified memory architecture that allows for faster, more efficient operations. Additionally, the report suggests that the new iPad Pro models will

Meta’s Ray-Ban Stories 2 to Let Users Livestream with Privacy in Mind

Meta, owned by eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica and launched its camera-equipped Ray-Ban smart glasses in 2021, is working on a second-gen model. The company’s internal roadmap shows that a new version will hit the streets in 2025, featuring a viewfinder element designed to enable you to read incoming texts and scan QR codes while controlling the device with your hands. You can even use a virtual keyboard and type at roughly the same rate as you can on mobile phones. The

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