Netflix Takes Action Against Password Sharing

Netflix takes a strong stance against password sharing. The platform has informed U.S. customers that sharing their account with individuals outside their household will result in an additional $7.99 monthly charge. Moreover, they will have the option to transfer their profile to a new paid membership. In a bid to tackle widespread password sharing, Netflix …

Saudi-US Astronauts Launch ISS Mission

In an unprecedented Saudi-US astronauts’ historic are set to collaborate for a research mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This is between Saudi and US space agencies alongside private space companies. In this mission, two American and two Saudi astronauts are preparing to embark on a mission to the ISS. This mission, known as …

Huawei and SAMENA Hosted the 5.5G Leaders’ Summit

Dubai: Huawei Middle East & Central Asia and SAMENA Telecommunications Council jointly hosted the 5.5G Leaders’ Summit at Atlantis the Palm, Dubai, UAE, with a theme “10Gbps, Striding towards the 5.5G Era”. The 5.5G Leaders’ Summit gathered ICT leaders, regulators, industry organizations (such as GSMA and WBBA), vendors, enterprises, analysts, chipsets, application ecosystem partners, and other …

Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse Raises Concerns for US Regional Banks

The recent Silicon Valley Bank’s (SVB) collapse has put increased pressure on regional banks in the United States. Silicon Valley Bank was a crucial player in the ecosystem of startups and venture-capital firms, and a significant portion of its client base consisted of these types of companies. The sudden and unexpected collapse of the bank …

GPT-4: Advancements in AI Language Modeling

OpenAI made an announcement on Tuesday about GPT-4, which is their next-generation AI language model. The system has several new capabilities, such as the ability to process images, and OpenAI claims that it is generally better at creative tasks and problem-solving. Although the company has cautioned that differences between GPT-4 and its predecessors are subtle …

Arctic Cyclone Causes Record Sea Ice Loss

CHICAGO – In January 2022, a broad swath of ice-covered water between Greenland and Russia was devastated by a storm. The region’s terrible flotillas of sea ice were pummelling by 8-meter-tall waves. These waves churned up by fierce winds, as warm rain and southerly heat bombarded them from above. Six days after the attack began, …

WhatsApp to Introduce Scheduled Calls Feature like Google Meet and Zoom

WhatsApp is adding new features to catch up with rival apps like Telegram and Google Meet. The latest addition is a feature that allows users to schedule calls in group chats, similar to what Zoom and Google Meet already offer. The scheduling feature was first spotted on WhatsApp beta for Android and has now started …

Pakistan Needs 5G to Compete Globally – IT Minister

IT Minister Aminul Haq recently announced that the adoption of 5G technology is crucial for Pakistan to keep up with the global tech competition. 5G, the latest iteration of cellular technology, is designed to increase the speed and responsiveness of wireless networks. Telecom giants are working towards the commercial deployment of the latest networks. According …

Ride-Hailing Apps Strive To Survive as Fuel Prices Go Up

In Pakistan, a ride-hailing app is trying to keep its business going by re-categorizing its customers. This is because rising fuel prices and stiff competition are changing the way the business works. Imran Saleem, the general manager of Careem, told that as prices have gone up, customers’ tastes have changed. Many of them now prefer …

Pakistani invention wins US award for treating neuro disorders

Vibrational waves are used by EKKO to provide affordable and safe treatment for neurological disorders. The US-based nonprofit organization AUTM has awarded the 2023 Better World Project Award to a device developed by researchers from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) in Pakistan for the treatment of neurological disorders. The award ceremony took …

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