Google's billboard mocks Apple; Indian consumers not eager for faster grocery deliveries
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Google's billboard mocks Apple; Indian consumers not eager for faster grocery deliveries
Ola develops its own maps system
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Google billboard calls on Apple to fix pixelated photos and videos in iPhone-Android texts
Google has launched a campaign to urge Apple to adopt the RCS messaging standard. The campaign, titled “Get the Message”, has been running since August.
Google has also created other ads to call out Apple. A massive billboard ad from Google has now asked Apple to fix pixelated photos and videos in texts between iPhones and Androids.
HTC develops standalone VR/AR headset to compete with Meta Quest Pro
The Vive XR Elite is a $1,100 flagship for VR and passthrough mixed reality (MR). It is more expensive than the $400 Meta Quest Pro, but has more features.
HTC has returned to the consumer VR space after unofficially exiting it years ago.
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Report suggests quantum computers could soon break blockchain cryptography
A report suggests that quantum computers could soon breach blockchain cryptography.
Cryptography experts are uncertain of the scalability of this technique, but do not rule out the possibility of success.
#RecommendedBook of the day: STILLNESS IS THE KEY
“And when basically all the wisdom of the ancient world agrees on something,” Holiday writes, “only a fool would decline to listen.”
US Authorities Investigating FTX’s Nishad Singh
US authorities are reportedly turning their attention to FTX’s Nishad Singh.
FTX’s bankruptcy filings reveal a $543 million loan to Singh. Singh was allegedly part of a secret ‘wirefraud’ chat group.
Google to appeal anti-trust ruling and ₹1,337.76 cr fine at Supreme Court
Google is preparing to file a legal challenge at the Supreme Court within days.
The antitrust watchdog has set a Jan. 19 deadline to implement changes to its model. Google is appealing the anti-trust ruling and ₹1,337.76 cr fine.
Survey finds Indian consumers not eager for faster grocery deliveries
10-minute grocery delivery services gained attention over the past two years.
Most investors avoided the cash-burning sector in 2022.
A survey finds Indian consumers not eager for faster grocery deliveries.
BharatPe’s revenue increases 169% in FY22; losses widen to Rs 5,594 crore
BharatPe’s revenue for FY22 increased 169%. The company reported a loss of Rs 5,594 crore.
The expansion of losses is due to the change in the fair value of its compulsory convertible preference shares, worth Rs 4,782 crore.
Meta to Appeal $414 Million Fine in Dispute over User Consent for Ad Tracking
Meta plans to appeal the $414 million fine. The dispute is over user consent for ad tracking.
Max Schrems told Insider that seeking users’ consent is the only option left.
Ola Develops its Own Maps System
Ola has developed its own digital map and navigation system.
Currently, Ola uses MapMyIndia’s data for its navigation services.
Ola eventually plans to use its own system for its navigation services.
WhatsApp launches official proxy support for global users
Proxy support will allow users to maintain access to WhatsApp if their connection is blocked or disrupted.
Users can connect to WhatsApp through servers set up by volunteers and organizations around the world.
These servers are dedicated to providing access to WhatsApp.