Universal Music Group (UMG), the renowned music label representing popular artists like Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, and Ariana Grande, has announced that it will remove its music from TikTok starting tomorrow at midnight. This decision comes as a result of UMG’s inability to reach a royalty agreement with ByteDance, the …
Read More »Observe the launch of a Northrop Grumman resupply mission to the International Space Station by SpaceX
SpaceX and Northrop Grumman are collaborating to transport over 8,000 pounds of cargo, including fresh food and scientific experiments, to the astronauts aboard the International Space Station. The NG-20 resupply mission is scheduled to launch from the Space Force’s Cape Canaveral in Florida on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket at …
Read More »Drone couriers and virtual faces were some of the standout features showcased at Alchemist Accelerator’s demo day
The eagerly anticipated demo day at Alchemist Accelerator is today, and visionary technical founders are in the spotlight as they present their promising startups in their infancy. Out of the 15 companies in this batch, there are four that caught our attention and deserve a closer look. Alchemist has managed …
Read More »In December, Instagram Threads experienced a significant surge in downloads, propelling it to the top 10 charts. Meanwhile, X dropped to the 36th position
Instagram Threads has managed to regain momentum after experiencing a period of stagnation last year, causing some to question its viability. However, recent developments have put those concerns to rest. Recent data reveals a different story altogether. Threads is defying expectations and experiencing remarkable growth. In December alone, its downloads …
Read More »The studio’s latest venture in the world of online education for musicians incorporates cutting-edge AI technology to deliver personalized curriculums
Today, Studio’s rival, Masterclass, unveiled its inaugural online school for musicians, songwriters, and producers. This innovative platform allows aspiring artists to learn from industry-leading professionals, collaborate with fellow creatives, and receive valuable feedback on their work. Additionally, Studio’s AI coach provides personalized schedules and deadlines to ensure students stay focused …
Read More »Worldcoin is set to unveil a new Orb that will give its eyeball scanning device a more approachable appearance
It has been slightly over 180 days since Worldcoin publicly launched, and the Orb device, with its futuristic appearance, is receiving an upgrade. Alex Blania, CEO and co-founder of Tools for Humanity, shared this exclusive information with TechCrunch. “The new orb is on its way,” Blania mentioned during a fireside …
Read More »Meta is introducing enhanced messaging restrictions and improved parental controls for teenagers.
Today, Meta has introduced new messaging restrictions on Facebook and Instagram for teenagers, ensuring that no one can message them. Currently, Instagram has implemented a policy where adults over the age of 18 are unable to send messages to teenagers who are not following them. The new limits will be …
Read More »The Russian organization responsible for the Microsoft email attack also compromised HPE, the company claims.
On Wednesday, HPE announced that the hacking group Midnight Blizzard, which has ties to Russia, had gained access to its cloud-based email system. This group had previously breached Microsoft’s corporate network. Midnight Blizzard, alias APT29 or Cozy Bear, has compromised the business software giant’s cloud-based email system, according to a …
Read More »As Disney focuses on improving its streaming business, Pixar is expected to experience layoffs in 2024
Disney-owned animation studio Pixar is expected to experience staff reductions this year, according to sources familiar with the matter and confirmed by the company. According to insiders, the company is planning to make substantial layoffs, potentially affecting up to 20% of Pixar’s workforce. This would result in a decrease from …
Read More »With the departure of Fitbit’s creators, Google has laid off hundreds of workers from its voice assistance and hardware departments
In the late hours of Wednesday, Google let go of hundreds of workers across a variety of departments, including engineering and services. As part of their reorganization, the knowledge and information product team—which includes voice-activated Google Assistant—and the Devices and Services PA (DSPA) team—which oversees Fitbit, Pixel, and Nest hardware—are …
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