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Apple declares war on crypto mining, bans it on iPhone, iPad; Will cryptocurrency perish?

Apple stated "apps may not mine for cryptocurrencies," an activity known to extremely exhaust battery life and cause overheating.

Jun 12, 2018

No AI for weapons, surveillance says Google after employees protest

Company responds to pressure from employees to cut ties with US Military that would violate privacy, cause harm going against the company's norms.

Jun 9, 2018

Apple 'stole' our logo design, tech startup 'Shift' cries foul, goes to court

A blockchain tech startup alleges that Apple copied the logo design of its Shortcuts app in iOS 12 from the complainant's company logo. It's now demanding $200,000 in compensation.

Jun 8, 2018

Free WiFi in 400 railway stations thanks to Google

Google Station is offered as a free utility service under the brand name "RailWire", where users can access high-speed WiFi for up to 30 minutes, followed by a slower service for a longer period of time.

Jun 8, 2018

Huawei denies it has stored Facebook user data, despite access

Huawei is quick to clarify that it has not collected or stored user data from Facebook. The statement comes after the social network acknowledged data sharing with companies, including Huawei.

Jun 7, 2018

Dell-Tata collaboration to boost digital learning in Indian schools

The collaboration will enable teachers in rural areas to become more digitally aware and share computer learning.

Jun 7, 2018

Modi to interact with entrepreneurs, young innovators in Delhi

Modi tweets asking Indian youth to join in via mobile app and DD News Twitter handle to spur innovation amongst the young and growing workforce in the country.

Jun 6, 2018

Facebook confirms data sharing partnerships with Chinese companies

The company said that most of the partnerships were now closed, others in progress as Congress investigation continues.

Jun 6, 2018

Microsoft in talks to acquire GitHub

San Francisco-based GitHub has been struggling to turn a profit. The company has also been without a CEO for nine months since co-founder Chris Wanstrath left in August 2017.

Jun 4, 2018

Facebook shareholders to Zuckerberg: Emulate George Washington, not Vladimir Putin

The Facebook CEO continues to face flak following the Cambridge Analytica data theft. Many shareholders seem unhappy with Zuckerberg controlling the majority of voting shares despite not owning a majority of the company.

Jun 1, 2018

Who is Lee Fixel? Tech investor makes fortune out of Flipkart-Walmart deal

The Flipkart-Walmart deal has made a key board member and investor, Lee Fixel, satisfyingly rich despite the hardship the e-commerce giant faced in recent years. His success story largely rests on his biggest investing career choice to support Flipkart through thick and thin.

May 29, 2018

Apple WWDC 2018: Dates, announcements & everything else you need to know

Apple's biggest developers conference will happen from June 4 to June 8. The tech giant will make several announcements during the event. Here's a roundup of everything we know about WWDC.

May 29, 2018

Is there any truth to Cobrapost sting operation? Paytm blatantly denies

Between Cobrapost expose and Paytm's denial of the sting operation, there are more than 200 million Paytm users who seem to be worried what to do next with the most popular digital wallet in India.

May 26, 2018

Are Chinese importing phones into India via ASEAN to avoid customs? 'Make in India' threatened

After imposing higher customs duty on mobile phone imports, Chinese OEMs could exploit a loophole of India's free-trade agreement with ASEAN countries to evade duty completely.

May 25, 2018

Will Xiaomi Redmi Note 5, Mi MIX and four other smartphones face ban?

Xiaomi's home-rival, Coolpad, has filed a lawsuit against the smartphone giant, seeking a ban on six smartphones in China for allegedly infringing upon its patents.

May 11, 2018