TECHNOLOGY
Facebook likely to unveil smartwatch with two cameras
Facebook is reportedly planning to launch its first smartwatch that may feature a display with two cameras. According to The Verge, the display can be detached from the wrist for taking pictures and videos that can be shared across Facebook's suite of apps, including Instagram.
Nigeria says Twitter seeking dialogue over ban
Information and Culture Minister Lai Mohammed told reporters here on Wednesday that he received a message from the micro-blogging platform earlier in the day, seeking a dialogue with the Nigerian government, reports Xinhua news agency. "They (Twitter) are now ready to hold senior-level discussions with us," Mohammed said.
Apple launching Podcast in-app subscriptions on June 15 globally
The global launch of in-app subscriptions and channels is slated for June 15, reports The Verge. Apple had earlier said that it will launch Podcasts Subscriptions and channels in June to "ensure the best experience for creators and listeners."
Concerns over digital payments fraud grows in India: Survey
Around 71 per cent consumers said they are more concerned about scams and fraud because of Covid-19, compared to 47 per cent consumers last year at the onset of the pandemic, said a statement by ACI Worldwide. The survey showed that net banking is perceived to be the most secure method of payment and, UPI and eWallet transactions scored higher than card payments, for both for online and offline usage.
Microsoft, 5 other firms fined for personal data leaks
The Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) said that the six entities were ordered to pay 84.4 million won (US$75,700) in penalties -- penalty surcharges of 53.4 million won and administrative fines of 31 million won -- over leaks of their clients' personal information. The imposition of financial penalties came after the PIPC had received reports of personal information being leaked from the six entities due to hacking or employee mistakes.
India ranks 67th globally in data skills: Report
Coursera's latest Global Skills report reveals that, overall, India ranks 67th globally, with 38 per cent proficiency, with mid-rankings in each domain, 55th in business and 66th in both technology and data science. In Asia, India ranks low, placed at 16th, ahead of countries such as the Philippines and Thailand, but below others like Singapore and Japan.
OYO, Airbnb, Yatra, EaseMyTrip join hands to form industry body
"To empower the voice of smaller operators in the ecosystem, travel and hospitality tech players - Airbnb, EaseMyTrip, OYO and Yatra - have come together to back and enable an industry association - Confederation of Hospitality, Technology and Tourism Industry (CHATT)," it said.
Adobe updates Creative Cloud apps for Apple M1 Macs
The update indicates new features and workflow improvements across flagship desktop and mobile applications, the company said in a statement. Illustrator, InDesign and Lightroom Classic are now native apps for Apple's M1 Macs and based on 3rd-party benchmark testing, Creative Cloud is on average over 80 per cent faster using the M1 system when compared to an identically configured Intel system.
Creators on FB, Instagram can now earn extra payout
The company has announced new features that will help influencers to earn an extra payout for meeting specific goals. Starting this week, creators on Instagram are eligible to earn an extra payout when they meet certain milestones while using badges in Live, such as going Live with another account, the company said in a statement.
Samsung unveils latest edition of 'The Frame TV' in India
The TV will be available on Amazon, Flipkart and Samsung's official online store Samsung Shop in four screen sizes -- 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch and 65-inch, from June 12. With the 2021 edition, users can select different colour bezels to complement their surroundings and the 2021 edition of the TV is 46 per cent thinner than the previous model.
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