Category Archives: Technology in the News

Tech Companies Warn Against Using Their Own AI—What Are They Afraid Of?

Posted on February 6, 2025 by admin

In a move dripping with irony, Anthropic—the AI company behind the Claude chatbot—is now advising job applicants not to use AI tools, including its own, when applying for jobs. The message? We want to assess your real skills, not AI-generated … Continue reading →

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DeepSeek’s Revolutionary AI Costs up to 50x Less Than ChatGPT: China’s Tech Breakthrough Shakes the Industry

Posted on January 27, 2025 by admin

In a landmark event described as a “Sputnik moment” for the global technology landscape, Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has unveiled an advanced AI assistant that rivals OpenAI’s ChatGPT. This development has sent ripples through the tech industry, prompting significant shifts … Continue reading →

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Microsoft 365 Price Hike: Paying the AI Premium

Posted on January 17, 2025 by admin

Microsoft recently announced a price increase for its popular Microsoft 365 subscriptions, a move that has sparked debate among users. This significant price jump is directly linked to the integration of powerful AI capabilities, specifically Copilot, into the core functionality … Continue reading →

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Justice Department and FBI Lead International Operation to Eradicate PlugX Malware from U.S. Computers

Posted on January 17, 2025 by admin

The Justice Department and FBI recently concluded a multi-month operation, successfully removing the PlugX malware from over 4,200 U.S.-based computers. This court-authorized initiative targeted the malware deployed by Chinese state-backed hacker groups, “Mustang Panda” and “Twill Typhoon.” Understanding PlugX PlugX … Continue reading →

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Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban: A Financial Nightmare Looms for Tech Giants

Posted on January 17, 2025 by admin

On January 17, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFACA), mandating ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, to divest its ownership by January 19 or face a nationwide ban. The … Continue reading →

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WordPress: A Fork in the Road? Automattic Cuts Back, Prioritizes Profits

Posted on January 9, 2025 by admin

Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, recently announced a significant reduction in its sponsored contributions to the core WordPress open source project. This move, driven by legal battles with competitor WP Engine and a stated desire for a “level playing field,” … Continue reading →

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Visual Content Titans Merge: Getty Images and Shutterstock Join Forces

Posted on January 8, 2025 by admin

In a move that will reshape the visual content landscape, Getty Images and Shutterstock, two industry giants, have announced a merger of equals. This $3.7 billion deal aims to create a dominant player in the stock photography and video market, … Continue reading →

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Is Facebook Doomed to Become the Next Twitter/X? Zuckerberg’s Gamble Ditching Third-Party Fact-Checkers Could Backfire

Posted on January 8, 2025 by admin

Mark Zuckerberg has thrown the dice with Meta’s radical shift in content moderation policy. By ditching third-party fact-checkers and empowering users with “Community Notes,” like Twitter/X is using, he’s essentially gambling on a less-regulated, more chaotic information ecosystem. While the … Continue reading →

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WordPress.org Announces Holiday Break Amidst Legal Battle with WP Engine

Posted on December 21, 2024 by admin

WordPress.org, the open-source platform powering millions of websites worldwide, has announced a temporary pause on several core services. This decision comes amidst an escalating legal dispute with web hosting giant WP Engine. The dispute centers around WP Engine’s use of … Continue reading →

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