Category: SCIENCE & TECH.

On Thursday, December 5,  Britain gave the green light to the 19 billion-Dollar merger between Vodafone UK and Hutchison’s Three UK. This deal, which creates the largest mobile operator in the country, reduces the number of major mobile networks from four to three. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) had initially raised concerns that the merger could drive up prices for consumers. However, the regulator later acknowledged that the companies’ commitments to invest in network development and offer protections for customers were sufficient to address these concerns. The CMA said,…

Google is currently experiencing a widespread outage that is impacting multiple services, including YouTube, Gmail, and Google Meet. Users from across the globe are reporting difficulties in accessing these platforms. According to Downdetector, a website that tracks service disruptions, nearly 7,000 users have been affected by the outage. The majority of the complaints, around 53%, are related to issues with Google Search. Another 41% of users are reporting problems accessing the Google website, while 6% are facing difficulties logging into their accounts. The disruption began around 3:00 PM (IST) and…

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has postponed the launch of the PSLV-C59 rocket, initially planned for Wednesday, due to an anomaly detected in the PROBA-3 spacecraft. The revised launch schedule is set for Thursday, instead of Wednesday (5.12.2024)  at 4:12 PM. ISRO announced the update on social media, stating, “Due to an anomaly detected in PROBA-3 spacecraft PSLV-C59/PROBA-3 launch rescheduled to tomorrow at 16:12 hours.” The PSLV-C59 mission is a collaborative project between ISRO and NewSpace India Limited (NSIL). It aims to deploy PROBA-3, a groundbreaking technology demonstration mission by…

Mahindra has taken a major step forward in India’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution with the launch of two flagship electric SUVs: the BE 6e and XEV 9e. These new vehicles are built on Mahindra’s innovative INGLO architecture, a design that showcases the company’s commitment to shaping the future of mobility through advanced technology, performance, and design. Unlike many electric cars that are retrofitted with electric powertrains, the BE 6e and XEV 9e are “born electric,” meaning they were designed from the ground up as electric vehicles. This gives them a…

December 2024 promises to bring a wave of exciting new smartphone launches in India, with devices powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, foldables, and more. Here’s a quick look at the top smartphones to keep an eye on: 1) iQOO 13 Set to launch in India on December 3, the iQOO 13 is expected to feature the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, with impressive Antutu scores surpassing 3 million. The phone will include a large 6,000mAh battery, supporting 120W fast charging. For durability, it will come with IP68 and…

Canada’s Competition Bureau has initiated a legal case against Google, accusing the tech giant of exploiting its dominance in the online advertising industry to harm competition and disadvantage Canadian businesses. The bureau is seeking a court order for Google to sell two of its advertising technology tools and to impose penalties for what it describes as anti-competitive practices in Canada’s digital advertising ecosystem. These practices, the bureau claims, hinder publishers and advertisers who rely on fair market systems for revenue and customer outreach. Focus on Online Advertising Control The case…

India’s space sector is poised for significant growth, and private companies and startups have an important role to play, according to ISRO Chairman S. Somanath. Speaking at the Huddle Global 2024, a leading startup festival organized by Kerala Startup Mission, he emphasized how startups can help India expand its space activities and capture a larger share of the global market. Despite India being recognized as a major space power, Somanath pointed out that India’s current share of the global space business is only about two percent, valued at USD 386…

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has initiated an investigation into Google’s gaming app policies concerning real-money games, following a complaint from online gaming platform WinZO, which alleged discriminatory practices. This development adds to Google’s regulatory challenges in India, where the tech giant has already faced multiple penalties for misusing its dominant position in the Android ecosystem. Google has not yet commented on the matter, as the complaint coincided with the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States and after Indian working hours. WinZO, known for offering real-money games, first approached…

As Tesla continues to dominate the electric vehicle market, many owners are rethinking their loyalty to the brand following CEO Elon Musk’s outspoken political endorsements and controversial views. His support for former President Donald Trump and far-right ideologies has led some Tesla owners to distance themselves from the brand, expressing their dissatisfaction through anti-Musk merchandise, including stickers and decals. The backlash has been significant, with products like “Anti Elon Tesla Club” and “I Bought This Before Elon Went Crazy” flying off the shelves. Matt Hiller, an aquarium worker from Hawaii,…