Author Archives: Techme101

UK Clears Alphabet’s Partnership with Anthropic of Competition Concerns

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

Google’s parent company has agreed to invest up to $2 billion in the AI startup and owns a 10% stake. Meanwhile, the Claude models are hosted with Google Cloud services.

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Over £11.5 Million Lost to UK Online Shopping Fraud During Christmas 2023

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

This marks at least a £1.1 million increase over the previous year, and Britain’s cyber chief says that AI is partly to blame.

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Bluesky tops 20M users, narrowing gap with Instagram Threads

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

Bluesky, the social network and X competitor has been benefiting from a surge of departures from the Elon Musk-owned app formerly known as Twitter. Today, Bluesky has hit a major milestone: it’s topped 20 million users. What’s more, new data … Continue reading →

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Physical AI startup BrightAI bootstraps to $80M in revenue

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

When Alex Hawkinson was the CEO of SmartThings, the consumer-focused connected devices company he co-founded and sold to Samsung for around $200 million, he kept thinking that Internet of Things (IoT) technology could probably solve bigger issues. He left SmartThings … Continue reading →

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Bose buys McIntosh, storied maker of high-end luxury audio equipment

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

McIntosh has been making high-end amplifiers and other audio equipment since 1949, and one of its devices can cost tens of thousands of dollars.

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Instagram testing tool that removes all recommended posts

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

Its reset feature would cleanse a user’s feed of personalised content suggested by algorithm.

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The 6 Best Free Antivirus Software Providers for Mac in 2024

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

Security-conscious Mac users may need more protection than their built-in tools provide. Learn about the extra features and functionality offered by the best free antivirus software providers for Mac in 2024.

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How to Choose Payroll Software: Key Factors and Tips

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

With dozens of payroll services on the market, how can you tell which one is right for your business? We explain how to evaluate products so you can find the best payroll software for your needs.

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You Can Now Buy Lab-Grown Foie Gras

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

A lab-grown alternative to fattened duck liver offers an controversial future for the cultivated meat industry: as a luxury product for the few.

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Oura valued at $5B following deal with medical device firm Dexcom

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Techme101

Smart ring maker Oura announced on Tuesday that it has received a $75 million investment from glucose device maker Dexcom. The investment marks Oura’s Series D funding round and brings the company’s valuation to more than $5 billion. The partnership … Continue reading →

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