WhatsApp Considering Introducing Ads to App
But don’t worry, your main inbox should remain ad-free, according to WhatsApp's Head.
Ellis Di Cataldo (MA) has over 9 years experience writing about, and for, some of the world’s biggest tech companies. She's been the lead writer across digital campaigns, always-on content and worldwide product launches, for global brands including Sony, Electrolux, Byrd, The Open University and Barclaycard. Her particular areas of interest are business trends, startup stories and product news.
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Meta Launches Ad-Free Plan for Facebook and Instagram in EU
For around $10 per month, Facebook and Instagram users in the EU can wave goodbye to ads for good.
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WeChat and Kaspersky Hit with Fresh Government Ban in Canada
The pair of apps are now persona non grata for government officials in Canada due to security concerns
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Yet Another Successful 4-Day Week Trial Gives Burned-Out Workers Hope
Shorter work weeks could give us less traffic, less stress, and way more fun, and the latest trial shows they work.
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WeWork Officially Files for Bankruptcy, Offices to Remain Open
Beleaguered co-working giant files for chapter 11 bankruptcy in US, but insists offices spaces remain "open and operational"
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US Government Orders Immediate Stop to Chinese AI Chip Exports
The halt on AI chip exports brings forward a ban that also includes Iran and Russia.
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Ransomware Is Getting Smarter and Harder to Defend Against
Businesses are at risk of quicker and sharper malware strains, a new study warns.
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Google’s Latest AI Feature is All About the Bottom Line
Google is testing new AI-powered ad formats in Search as it looks to shore up one of its key revenue streams.
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Slack Finally Ditches X/Twitter Integration for Good
The Slack tool that notified users of new X/Twitter posts has officially gone.
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Technical Glitch Leads to CIA X/Twitter Account Hijack
A cyber-security researcher was able to redirect CIA contacts to his own Telegram channel.
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AI Chatbots Already Know Everything About You, Like It or Not
A new study has revealed the alarming amount of personal information AI chatbots are able to glean about users.
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Roblox to Employees: Return to Office or Take Severance
Roblox is the latest company to U-turn on pledges to remote workers and has issued a blunt remote to office mandate.
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Elon Musk to Charge New X/Twitter Users $1 a Year
Musk hopes that charging a fee for the social media platform will put an end to bot accounts on X.
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Qualcomm to Cut Over 1,200 Jobs in California
One of the world’s largest microchip manufacturers is scaling back its workforce due to market slowdown.
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IBM Ordered to Pay Back Remote Working Expenses, but Staff Only Get 25%
IBM has been ordered to pay staff back remote working expenses from the pandemic, but the state is keeping most of the dough.
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How To Use Google’s New AI Image Generator in Search
Google has begun rolling out a new AI image generator feature that's integrated directly into Search. Here's how to use it.
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Microsoft Finally Cleared to Buy Activision After UK Green Light
The $68.7bn deal is said to be a “game changer” by those who approved it.
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Companies Must Disclose Security Breaches Within Four Days Under New Rule
New rules are intended to increase transparency and encourage firms to increase cyber security protections.
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Reddit Testing Verification Mark And New Accessibility Features
The new feature is currently limited to the app only, and being tested with a small group of users.
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Data of “At Least” 8m US Patients Hacked According To Government Contractor
Hackers exploited a vulnerability in MOVEit Transfer according to a government services contractor.
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Microsoft Teams New Features For August
From all your emojis and GIFs in one handy place to more immersive meetings, here’s everything that’s coming to Teams.