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Monday, December 23, 2024

FBI urges iPhone users to switch to WhatsApp and Signal for safety

The advisory follows a series of cyberattacks attributed to Salt Typhoon, a hacking group linked to China’s Ministry of Public Security.

SpaceX Dragon set to return scientific cargo from space station

SpaceX Dragon returns Dec. 5, 2024, carrying scientific samples and hardware from the International Space Station for groundbreaking research.

Apple accused of silencing workers, spying on personal devices

Bhakta, who has worked for Apple since 2020, says he was barred from talking about his work on podcasts and instructed to remove information about his working conditions from his LinkedIn profile.

WhatsApp QR codes transform channel sharing

Users can scan the QR code to directly access and follow the channel without needing to copy and paste links.

Elon Musk challenges OpenAI’s transition to for-profit model

Musk also advocates for open-source AI development, criticizing OpenAI for moving away from its nonprofit origins.

Popular app to stop working on iPhones in May

According to Meta, the decision to drop support for older devices stems from the limitations of outdated operating systems.

ESA’s Proba-3 mission to create artificial solar eclipses in Space

The mission also includes experiments to refine techniques for satellite servicing and space debris removal.

Canadian news outlets sue OpenAI for alleged copyright violations

OpenAI maintains that its models are trained on publicly available data and operate within fair use and international copyright principles.

WhatsApp users slam new animated typing indicator

The redesign mirrors Apple's iMessage typing animation, but users argue that it disrupts WhatsApp’s hallmark simplicity.

TikTok introduces age restrictions amid mental health concerns

In addition to filter restrictions, TikTok plans to introduce new safety resources across 13 European countries.

Ancient crocodile fossil unearthed in Peru

Paleontologists in Peru have unveiled the fossilized remains of a juvenile crocodilian species dating back 10 to 12 million years.

PlayStation at 30: How Sony’s grey box conquered gaming

PlayStation was Sony's first foray into the world of video games and when it hit the shelves in Japan on December 3, 1994, the company needed to sell one million units to cover its costs.