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Elon Musk Under Federal Investigation, Says Twitter
US federal authorities are allegedly investigating the “conduct” of Elon Musk during his on, off, on again acquisition of Twitter
Texas Social Media Law Enforcement Paused By Federal Appeals Court
Federal appeals court pauses Texas social media law’s enforcement, as case heads to the US Supreme Court for ruling
UK Extends Huawei 5G Removal Deadline
Removal of Hauwei 5G kit from network 'cores' extended from January 2023 to December 2023, after BT warning
Donald Trump Truth Social Gains Google Play Store Approval
Return of the Donald? Truth Social app from former US President gains approval for release on Google Play Store
Sony Influenced UK Activision Blizzard Probe, Says Microsoft
Microsoft fires back at its gaming rival Sony, alleging its objections were used by UK's regulator to justify phase 2 probe
Russia Adds Meta To Terrorist Blacklist
Moscow declares Meta a terrorist organisation, so accessing Facebook or Instagram is now a criminal offence for Russian citizens
Amazon Project Kuiper Satellites Set For Early 2023 Launch
Competitor for Starlink edges closer, after Amazon confirms launch in early 2023 of two prototype satellites for Project Kuiper
Rollercoaster Rides Trigger iPhone 14 Crash Alerts
Doesn't happen on Android? Flagship iPhone 14's are reportedly triggering crash alerts for thrill seeking users riding on rollercoasters
UK Is Ninth Best Country To Live Digitally
The UK has risen one place in Surfshark's Digital Quality of Life index, but is ranked 32nd globally for 'Internet quality'
Twitter Reviews Permanent User Ban Policies – Report
Return of Donald Trump to Twitter? Platform is reportedly reviewing its policies over permanently banning users, amid Elon Musk acquisition
Mark Zuckerberg Unveils Meta Quest Pro Headset
Mark Zuckerberg showcases the Quest Pro virtual and mixed reality headset, as Metaverse moves one step closer
Intel To Axe Thousands Of Jobs Amid PC Decline – Report
Chip giant is to begin a major headcount reduction this month, as Intel contends with falling PC sales, inflation, and supply chain
The State of IoT: Audio Roundtable
IoT has continued to develop and expand its reach to every industry and sector. Will IoT maturity deliver the connected ecosystem many have predicted will have transformative impacts, or is IoT still burdened by interoperability issues ...
GCHQ Boss Jeremy Fleming Warns Of China Tech Threat
No real threat from TikTok says GCHQ boss, but there is real concern over China's digital currencies and its Beidou sat nav network
Apple Store Staff Down Under Vote To Strike
Better conditions. Demand for better pay and settled rosters see staff in Apple stores in Australia call for a strike action
PC Shipments Declined 15 Percent In Q3, Warns IDC
Worrying decline in PC shipments continues, as IDC reports 15 percent year on year decline, with Apple only manufacturer to see increase
Apple iPhone 15 To Feature USB-C, Says Noted Leaker
Noted Apple leaker Mark Gurman says iPhones are moving to USB-C next year, but warns it is “just a stopgap”
Apple Wins Huge Reduction Of French Antitrust Fine
French court lowers hefty 1.1 billion euros antitrust fine down to 371.6 million euros, over alleged price fixing with resellers
Judge Delays Trial, As Musk Says Twitter Won’t Take Yes For Answer
Elon Musk says Twitter won't take yes for answer, as judge rules he must complete acquisition by 28 October to avoid a trial
Google Unveils Flagship Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, And Pixel Watch
New Pixel 7 smartphones unveiled today by Google, including first-ever Pixel smartwatch with Fitbit included
The Wireless Imperative
For all enterprises, understanding how wireless technology factors into their digital transformation strategies is critical. Wireless communication also disrupts IoT, RPA and Machine Learning technologies as AI continues to influence b ...
Apple To Move AirPods, Beats Headphone Production To India – Report
Another China move? Apple reportedly in talks to begin making its AirPods and Beats headphones in India from 2023
Former Uber Security Boss Found Guilty Of Breach Concealment
Jury finds former head of security at Uber guilty of criminal obstruction for failing to report massive data breach in 2016
ARM Cuts 40 Percent Of UK Staff Recruited Under Softbank – Report
Global reorganisation at ARM Holdings sees job cuts hit United Kingdom harder than other locations around the world
Elon Musk Halts Fight, Agrees To Buy Twitter At Original Asking Price
Huge u-turn by Elon Musk less than a fortnight before his courtroom showdown, after now agreeing to buy Twitter at previously agreed price
EU Approves Common Charger For Mobile Phones
Final blow for Apple's Lightning connector, as European Parliament approves universal charger for mobile devices
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Unified Communications for a Smart Hybrid Working Future
For many enterprises, their post-pandemic future will see their businesses transformed into agile companies with dispersed workforces. These remote teams need tools to deliver integrated communications services that support hybrid work ...
Vodafone Confirms Merger Talks With Three UK
Potential merger between the UK's third and fourth largest mobile networks will likely face intense regulatory scrutiny
Elon Musk Slammed Over Ukraine Tweets
Tesla CEO widely criticised after he tweeted his thoughts about how Ukraine should appease Russia for its invasion of that sovereign nation