YouTube Tests ‘Playables,’ an Online Gaming Product, After Closure of Stadia

The Wall Street Journal reports that YouTube, owned by Google, is currently experimenting with a novel product for online gaming. The product, named “Playables,” seeks to extend YouTube’s capabilities beyond merely hosting video content and venture into the domain of online gaming. An email sent to Google employees, which the Journal had the opportunity to … Read more

WhatsApp Ramps Up Privacy Options in Response to User Concerns

We’ve all been there – ever since Meta-owned WhatsApp allowed brands to contact users, spam messages and calls have become a huge issue. But don’t worry; WhatsApp is now taking steps toward a spam-free experience by introducing new privacy features, such as ‘Silence Unknown Callers’ and a Privacy Checkup tool. The Spam Struggle on WhatsApp … Read more

Microsoft Admits Losing Console Wars, Defends $69 Billion Activision Acquisition Amid FTC Scrutiny

In a court document viewed by Kotaku and submitted during its legal battle with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over the $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Microsoft has openly admitted its defeat in the perennial “console wars.” The term refers to the ongoing competition among hardware manufacturers like Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo to gain … Read more

Opera One: A Revolutionary Web Browser with Integrated AI

The latest iteration of the much-loved Opera browser, Opera One, announced a groundbreaking development this Tuesday with the introduction of integrated Artificial Intelligence (AI) features. Now out of its testing phase, Opera One is available for download on desktop and Android devices, marking its 100th version with a host of innovative tools designed to enhance … Read more

Starfield and Baldur’s Gate 3 Set the Stage for an RPG Showdown Despite Platform Exclusivity and Fan Petitions

The upcoming releases of Bethesda’s ‘Starfield’ and Larian Studios’ ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ set the stage for a grand RPG clash later this year. Despite both titles being console exclusives and the stir caused by a recent fan petition, the gaming industry is keenly awaiting the launch of these anticipated games. Head-to-Head RPG Release The early … Read more

Microsoft Confirms DDoS Attacks By Anonymous Sudan Led to Major Service Outages

Microsoft, one of the world’s leading software giants, recently confirmed that a series of outages affecting its major services in early June were a result of Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks. The group behind these attacks, self-identified as Anonymous Sudan, is believed by some security researchers to be Russian. Confirmed Outages and Attacks Microsoft acknowledged that … Read more

Microsoft Enhances Bing Chat Capabilities with New Features and Multilingual Support

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, Microsoft has demonstrated continuous dedication toward integrating Bing Search with OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The tech giant recently announced a significant update to the Bing iOS app, expanding its capabilities by introducing new widgets, voice recognition, and text-to-speech support for multiple languages. Improved Accessibility with Home Screen Widgets In … Read more