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Google Play adds fingerprint verification for Android apps: Here’s how biometric locks will help you
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Google Play adds fingerprint verification for Android apps: Here’s how biometric locks will help you

[ad_1] In an era where convenience and security go hand in hand, Google is taking a significant step forward. Android users are soon to experience a revamped Play Store purchase verification system, with biometric authentication poised to replace the traditional Google Account password.As part of its ongoing effort to bolster security and user experience, Google is proactively reaching out to Android users. The company has begun emailing users about an impending change that aims to streamline the purchase verification process through the adoption of biometric verification. Also read: Google Calendar hidden features: Know how to smartly use the Google Workspace app Current Verification ProcessCurrently, enabling "Biometric verification" in the Play Store involves navigating to Play Store...
YouTube makes it difficult to use Ad blockers, third party apps as content creators lose revenue
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YouTube makes it difficult to use Ad blockers, third party apps as content creators lose revenue

[ad_1] YouTube is doubling down on its efforts to curb the use of ad blockers, expanding its crackdown to include third-party applications on mobile devices. In a recent update, the platform warned users that accessing videos via these ad-blocking apps might result in performance issues or error messages, specifically stating, “The following content is not available on this app.”YouTube's Previous Efforts to Combat Ad BlockersThis move comes as no surprise, given YouTube's previous global initiatives to encourage viewers to either disable ad blockers or transition to its ad-free subscription service, YouTube Premium. The platform had already started disabling video playback for users detected with active ad blocking extensions. Also read: Spotify may launch Music Pro subscription: What ...
AI roundup [April 16]: UK to develop AI regulations, Microsoft invests $1.5 billion in G42, more
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AI roundup [April 16]: UK to develop AI regulations, Microsoft invests $1.5 billion in G42, more

[ad_1] AI roundup, April 16: The United Kingdoms in all aboard to draft country's AI regulations on powerful tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT. The regulation will be set to restrict or eliminate the potential harm of the emerging technology. In other news, Microsoft will be investing $1.5 billion in a United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence company named G42. The partnership is approved by the U.S. and UAE governments. Check out similar AI news from today.1. UK has started to develop AI regulations to eliminate the risksThe UK has started to draft its AI regulation which will be applied to the new emerging technologies and large language models. These regulations will also be enforced on the current and future AI tools. These AI regulations are expected to eliminate the potenti...
Govt issues high-risk warning for Microsoft services including Windows- Here’s what you must do
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Govt issues high-risk warning for Microsoft services including Windows- Here’s what you must do

[ad_1] The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-risk warning concerning various Microsoft services due to multiple vulnerabilities found in Microsoft products. These vulnerabilities affect a range of Microsoft software, including Windows, Office, Developer Tools, Azure services, Bing, System Center, Dynamics, and Exchange Server.CERT-In alerts Microsoft usersAccording to CERT-In, the vulnerabilities could enable an attacker to gain elevated privileges, obtain information disclosure, bypass security restrictions, conduct remote code execution attacks, perform spoofing attacks, or cause denial of service conditions. Essentially, these vulnerabilities could grant hackers significant control over affected systems or compromise sensitive information. Specific...
X bans over 2 lakh Indian accounts for policy violations amid growing online content concerns
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X bans over 2 lakh Indian accounts for policy violations amid growing online content concerns

[ad_1] In a recent disclosure, X, owned by Elon Musk, unveiled its monthly compliance report, shedding light on its stringent actions against policy violators in India. Between February 26 and March 25, the company took a decisive stance, banning over 213,000 accounts across the nation. These suspensions primarily stemmed from infringements related to the promotion of child sexual exploitation, dissemination of non-consensual nudity, and endorsements of terrorism on the platform.Strengthened Measures Against Harmful ContentThe report outlines a substantial figure, with 212,627 accounts flagged and banned during the specified timeframe for their involvement in circulating illegal and harmful content. Furthermore, X undertook measures against 1,235 accounts found guilty of promoting terro...
Google Pixel 9 smartphones to feature new Samsung modem with satellite connectivity: What to expect
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Google Pixel 9 smartphones to feature new Samsung modem with satellite connectivity: What to expect

[ad_1] Google's next-generation Pixel devices are set to receive a significant upgrade with a new Samsung modem that includes satellite connectivity. This advancement aims to enhance cellular connectivity and offer emergency satellite-based services on the go.Pixel 9 Series and More to Sport Upgraded ModemRecent reports suggest that Google's Pixel 9 series, including the Pixel Fold 2 and a new 5G-enabled Pixel Tablet, will feature an updated Samsung modem. This change follows Google's shift from Qualcomm's modems to Samsung's, aligning with the Tensor base that powers their devices, reported 9to5google. Also read: Google Wallet introduces 'Linked Passes' setting: What is it and how to use the new feature While the current modem has been sufficient, it sometimes struggles with low connec...
Gmail to bring a new subscription management feature: What is it and how it works- Details
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Gmail to bring a new subscription management feature: What is it and how it works- Details

[ad_1] Are you struggling to organize your emails with what's important and what's not? Worry no more because Google is working on a new Gmail feature which will declutter your email space. In most cases, our email is filled with spam emails or newsletters. However, deleting or unsubscribing emails one by one is not an easy task and it takes a huge amount of time. Therefore, Gmail will give full control to users over what they want to see in their inbox as a top priority. Google is developing the “Manage Subscriptions” feature which will enable users to organize their emails. Know more about the upcoming feature. Gmail manage subscriptions featureAccording to a PiunikaWeb report, A new version of Gmail was spotted with a new manage subscriptions feature. This feature is expected to come...
Google Chrome gets a new look: Here are new features
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Google Chrome gets a new look: Here are new features

[ad_1] Google is shaking up the way users interact with their Bookmarks, Reading List, and History columns on its Chrome browser with a sleek redesign. The familiar side panel button that once resided in the top-right corner, granting quick access to these features, has vanished from desktop Chrome.In its place, Chrome users will now navigate through a revamped interface. Instead of relying on the side panel button, which resembles a square-ish icon, users will access most features through the Chrome menu, 9to5Google reported.  Also read: Google One VPN to be discontinued, here's the reason Enhanced AccessibilityPreviously, the side panel button predominantly led to the Bookmarks section, with a dropdown menu offering access to other pages. However, with this update, the side panels the...
OpenAI launches GPT-4 Turbo with Vision in ChatGPT: What’s new and what can you do?
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OpenAI launches GPT-4 Turbo with Vision in ChatGPT: What’s new and what can you do?

[ad_1] OpenAI, a leading AI research and deployment company, has revealed the launch of GPT-4 Turbo with Vision in ChatGPT, their widely used AI chatbot. This enhancement is also accessible through the Application Programming Interface (API). With this update, users with paid accounts on ChatGPT can now input images to receive responses. Let's delve into the capabilities of the newly introduced GPT-4 Turbo with Vision.GPT-4 Turbo with Vision: What's New?The latest iteration, GPT-4 Turbo, boasts a capacity of up to 128,000 tokens, a significant leap compared to the 8x increase over GPT-3.5 Turbo. Tokens serve as the data chunks fed into the model for processing. This updated model incorporates information up to December of the previous year, ensuring users receive more relevant and curre...
WhatsApp rolls out Meta AI chatbot for some users in India: What is it and how to use it
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WhatsApp rolls out Meta AI chatbot for some users in India: What is it and how to use it

[ad_1] Meta has unveiled a host of new AI-driven features across its platforms, encompassing WhatsApp, Messenger, and Instagram. These revelations unfolded during Meta Connect 2023, showcasing the tech giant's foray into artificial intelligence with the debut of 'Meta AI', an AI-powered assistant primed for integration within Meta's suite of apps, notably WhatsApp.Meta AI boasts an impressive array of capabilities, allowing users to interact with it much like they would with another person. Developed using a custom model derived from Llama 2, a generative text model, and Meta's  Large Language Model (LLM) research, Meta AI is primed to deliver seamless conversational experiences. In a strategic collaboration, Meta has also teamed up with Microsoft's Bing to integrate real-time informati...