Technology
Microsoft Quietly Offers OneDrive-Free Future with This Windows 11 Change
Microsoft is introducing a new PC-to-PC migration feature in Windows 11 that allows users to transfer files and settings locally without relying on OneDrive. While it requires a Microsoft account and has some limitations, like no app transfers or support for Arm-based PCs, it offers a more flexible upgrade path for users moving from Windows […]
HP Wins Big: Billionaire Mike Lynch’s Estate Hit with £740M Blow
The UK High Court has ordered the estate of late tech billionaire Mike Lynch and his former partner to pay £740 million to Hewlett-Packard Enterprise over the fraudulent sale of Autonomy in 2011. The ruling may bankrupt Lynch’s estate, which is worth less than the awarded damages, and comes despite previous U.S. acquittals related to […]
Worried About AI Scraping Your Site? Cloudflare Has a Fix
Cloudflare has launched new tools allowing website owners to block AI web crawlers from scraping their content without permission, aiming to protect intellectual property and support fair compensation. The company also introduced a “Pay Per Crawl” feature, enabling creators to charge AI bots for content access and establish a sustainable value exchange on the internet. […]
Cybercriminals Masquerade as AI Tools to Spread Destructive Malware
AI Hype Becomes Bait for Ransomware and Malware Attacks The growing fascination with artificial intelligence has opened new doors — not just for innovation, but also for cybercrime. According to Cisco Talos, malicious actors are capitalizing on the popularity of AI by distributing ransomware and malware through fake AI software installers. These threats are disguised […]
Silence is Golden: How One Simple App Transformed My Gaming PC Experience
Taming the Noise Beast As someone sensitive to sound, even the slightest hum or whine can ruin an otherwise perfect gaming or work session. My high-end gaming PC was nearly silent—except for one nagging issue: the constant, high-pitched whine from the water cooling pump. Despite my best efforts in tuning fan curves and undervolting my […]
Is AI Really Taking Our Jobs — Or Just Making Work Easier?
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has triggered both excitement and anxiety across industries. For some, AI promises unprecedented productivity and innovation. For others, it raises a looming question: Will AI take our jobs? The truth, as history often shows us, is more nuanced. Like previous technological revolutions, AI is not simply a job […]
Android 16’s Stunning New Look Won’t Matter for Millions
Google’s upcoming Android 16 update promises a bold new visual identity, headlined by the Material 3 Expressive design language. While this facelift brings much-needed changes to the core Android experience, most Android users might never see it. A Long-Overdue Refresh for Android For years, Android’s visual design has lagged behind the increasingly polished user interfaces […]
Tesla Scraps Model 2, Aims for Faster Affordable Cars on Existing Platforms
Tesla is making a strategic shift in its new vehicle development. The company announced plans to introduce “more-affordable models” by early 2025, prioritizing faster production using existing platforms and production lines. This comes after Tesla reportedly shelved plans for the highly anticipated $25,000 Model 2, which was envisioned as a significant leap forward in manufacturing […]
Meta Accused of “Massive” Data Grab in Europe, Faces Fresh Charges of GDPR Violation
European consumer rights groups have reignited concerns over Meta’s data collection practices, accusing the company of illegally gathering information from hundreds of millions of users in the region. This latest development adds to the tech giant’s long history of regulatory scrutiny in the European Union (EU). Allegations of Excessive Data Collection and User Choice The […]
U.S. Escalates Pressure on China’s Chipmaker SMIC Amid Geopolitical Tensions
In a bid to curb China’s technological advancements, the Biden administration has intensified actions against Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC), a sanctioned chipmaker, by severing its ties with American suppliers. U.S. Commerce Department Issues Suspension Letters to Companies Last year, the Commerce Department sent numerous letters to U.S. suppliers to SMIC, suspending their permission to […]