X is blocking links to Signal, a secure messaging platform used by federal workers

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) is blocking links to Signal.me, a URL shortener used by the private messaging app Signal that allows users to send out a link that’s used to contact them directly through the service. The blocks, which impact direct messages, public posts, and profile pages, were first spotted by the blog Disruptionist.  […]
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Meta plans globe-spanning sub-sea internet cable

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

It is the latest move from Meta to invest more in global connectivity rather than its apps.

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Checking Account vs Savings Account: What’s the Difference?

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

Learn the benefits and differences between checking and savings accounts to help you choose the best fit for managing your finances effectively.

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What to know about TikTok’s uncertain future in the US and the people who want to buy it

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

TikTok, owned by the Chinese company ByteDance, has been at the center of controversy in the U.S. for four years now due to concerns about user data potentially being accessed by the Chinese government. Just this past month, the app experienced a temporary outage in the U.S. that left millions of users in suspense before […]
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Gamemaker Polymath aims to make learning math as enjoyable as Roblox

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

As gaming platforms like Roblox and Minecraft continue to grow in popularity among young children, and with platforms like YouTube consuming hours of their daily screen time, edtech companies face challenges in capturing their attention.  Polymath aims to tackle this by combining gamified mechanics inspired by these popular games with adaptive math lessons to make […]
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6 LastPass Alternatives and Competitors for 2025

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

Looking for LastPass alternatives? Check out our list of the top password managers that offer secure and convenient options for managing your passwords.

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Mistral releases regional model focused on Arabic language and culture

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

The next frontier for large language models (LLMs), one of the key technologies underpinning the boom in generative AI tools, might be geographical. On Monday, Paris-based AI startup Mistral — which is vying to rival the likes of U.S.-based Anthropic and OpenAI — is releasing a model that’s a bit different from its usual LLM. […]
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What Are Biometric Payments & How Do They Work?

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

Biometric payment technology combines convenience with high-level security to create reliable and fast transactions. But what does it take to adopt biometric payments?

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Top Ecommerce Trends Shaping Online Business in 2025

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

Eager to stay ahead of the competition this 2025? Explore these e-commerce trends shaping the future.

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Olyn secures Beatles biopic for its ‘Shopify for filmmakers’

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Techme101

The recent Brian Epstein biopic “Midas Man,” a film about the manager of The Beatles, debuted not on a platform like Netflix or Amazon, but on a startup that bills itself as “Shopify for filmmakers.” So what, you might ask? The answer is that the new platform, Olyn, claims to offer a new model for […]
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