MicroStrategy, a software firm, announced on Wednesday its purchase of bitcoin totaling approximately $615.7 million in cash. This move comes amidst growing expectations for the imminent approval of a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) by the top US markets regulator. Between November 30 and December 26, MicroStrategy and its subsidiaries acquired around 14,620 bitcoins at an average price of…
OpenAI is reportedly in preliminary discussions for a new funding round that could value the company at or above $100 billion, making it one of the world’s most valuable startups. Investors involved in the fundraising round have been part of initial talks, though details such as terms, valuation, and timing are yet to be finalized and may change. If…
Beeper, the messaging platform striving to bring Apple’s iMessage to Android devices, has reportedly issued its last update for the service. Despite persistent attempts to enable iMessage functionality on Android, Beeper expressed the view that sustaining these efforts is “unsustainable.” Following the release of what it deemed a stable solution for iMessages on Android for Beeper Mini and Cloud…
Parliament passed the Telecommunications Bill, 2023, on Thursday, granting the government the authority to temporarily assume control of telecom services in the interest of national security. The bill, which received approval through a voice vote in the Rajya Sabha, had already been passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday following a brief debate. The key provisions of the Telecommunications…
Apple’s MagSafe technology, initially launched with the iPhone 12 series in 2020, is anticipated to make its way to the iPad models. According to reports, the Cupertino-based tech giant is planning to integrate MagSafe functionality into the next-generation iPad Pro expected to debut in 2024. The 2024 iPad Pro is rumored to be available in 11.1-inch and 13-inch variants…
The Worldcoin project, which saw a surge of interest followed by a period of quiet in August this year, is back in the spotlight with strong backing from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. In a recent interview, Altman expressed admiration for the Worldcoin initiative, a web3 project he conceived. The primary objective of this venture is to establish a global…
According to Bloomberg News, various Chinese state agencies and state-backed companies have recently advised their employees against bringing Apple iPhones and other foreign devices to the workplace. This move aligns with China’s longstanding goal of reducing dependence on foreign technologies by urging state-affiliated entities, including banks, to transition to local software and promoting the development of domestic semiconductor chip…
In October of this year, Google revealed the Pixel 8 series of smartphones, setting the stage for the anticipated Pixel 9 lineup in 2024. Despite the launch being months away, leaked details about the upcoming handsets, particularly concerning processors and charging capabilities, have begun circulating online. Now, emerging reports suggest that the tech giant from Mountain View, California, is…
On Thursday, December 14, Honor and Porsche Design officially announced their global collaboration, aiming to infuse cutting-edge innovation and premium design into smart devices. The partnership marks a strategic alliance between the Chinese smartphone brand and the luxury lifestyle brand, with the inaugural product set to launch in China in January next year. While the specific device remains undisclosed,…
Apple initiated the rollout of iOS 17.3 beta to testers on Tuesday, a day following the release of the stable iOS 17.2 version for eligible iPhone models. This initial beta for the upcoming update is anticipated to be the last before the holiday season. Notably, it reinstates support for an Apple Music feature omitted in iOS 17.2. Additionally, Apple…
