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O2 Launches “Daisy” AI Tool to Outsmart Phone Scammers Mobile network operator O2 has introduced a unique AI tool to counter phone scams. Named “Daisy,” this AI impersonates an elderly woman, keeping scammers on long calls to prevent them from targeting real customers. This clever tool is part of O2’s broader strategy to protect users…
EU Commission Launches Antitrust Probe Into Visa’s Retailer Fees The European Commission (EC) has opened a preliminary investigation into fees charged by Visa to retailers. This probe follows a recent report indicating that both Visa and Mastercard are under scrutiny for potentially harming competition in the payments market. Allegations of Anti-Competitive Practices The EC informed…
Apple Faces £3 Billion Lawsuit Over iCloud Service Monopoly in the UK Consumer group Which? has launched a £3 billion lawsuit against Apple over its iCloud service, claiming the tech giant has breached competition law. According to Which?, Apple pressures users to subscribe to iCloud for data storage, making it harder for alternative services to…
Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE: TM) and Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY), a pioneer in electric air taxi development, recently completed Joby’s first international exhibition flight at Toyota’s Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Shizuoka, Japan. With the stunning backdrop of Mount Fuji, the flight highlighted the low noise impact of Joby’s emissions-free aircraft and marked a significant…
OpenAI has made a strategic acquisition of the premium domain Chat.com, now redirecting users directly to its AI chatbot, ChatGPT. This move highlights OpenAI’s commitment to expanding its accessibility and reach, leveraging one of the most valuable domains in the tech space. A spokesperson from OpenAI recently confirmed the purchase, though the company has yet…
For centuries, the age-old question of “What came first: the chicken or the egg?” has intrigued scientists, philosophers, and the general public. Recently, scientists have suggested a compelling answer: the chicken came first, not the egg. The reasoning behind this conclusion is rooted in the biology of eggshell formation. According to researchers, a specific protein,…
The Dark Side: Major Disasters of AI Revealed. Artificial intelligence (AI) is now a part of our daily lives, but it comes with risks. The fast growth of AI technology has sparked both hope and fear. We face the challenge of understanding the dangers when these systems fail. This article uncovers the dark side of…
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Hits Impressive Highs on Geekbench The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, has recently set impressive benchmark records on Geekbench. The device scored 3,148 in single-core and 10,236 in multi-core tests, raising expectations for its official release. Benchmark Performance Sets New Standards In earlier…
Super Micro to Strengthen Governance and Oversight After Auditor Resignation Super Micro Computer, Inc., based in San Jose, California, is taking steps to strengthen its internal governance and oversight. This move follows Ernst & Young’s resignation as its auditor, citing a lack of trust in management. Delay in SEC Filings Super Micro’s Form 10-K for…
Pakistan Achieves Tier 1 Cybersecurity Status with Nayatel Ranking 2nd in National Cyber Ratings Pakistan has emerged as a leader in cybersecurity, securing a top-tier spot in the 2024 Global Cybersecurity Index (CGI) by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Pakistan’s impressive entry into Tier 1, the Role-Modelling category with a score between 95 and 100,…
