TikTok won’t add end-to-end encryption to DMs

TikTok won’t add end-to-end encryption to DMs

If you’ve ever wondered if TikTok would ever offer a more secure messaging experience, you now have an answer. TikTok has told the BBC that it will not protect direct messages sent in the app with end-to-end encryption, because it believes it will make users less safe. In a briefing about security at its London office, TikTok said that implementing …

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Gold prices plunge again across Pakistan

Gold prices plunge again across Pakistan

According to the association, the price of gold per tola has decreased by Rs10, 000, bringing the new rate down to Rs539, 962. KARACHI: All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association has reported another significant decline in gold prices across the country, marking the second consecutive day of sharp reductions. According to the association, the price of gold per tola has …

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Who is Mojtaba Khamenei?

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei?

Mojtaba Khamenei  the second son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei  is widely being discussed as the most likely successor to his father as Iran’s next supreme leader. Reportedly, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has thrown its substantial weight behind Mojtaba’s candidacy, and Israeli defense officials, including Minister Gideon Saar, have publicly warned of potential assassination attempts against him. …

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Here’s everything you should know about stage 2 kidney disease

Here’s everything you should know about stage 2 kidney disease

Stage 2 kidney disease is an early stage of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in which the kidneys show mild damage but still function relatively well. At this stage, the kidneys are working at about 60 to 89 percent of their normal capacity. Many people do not experience clear symptoms, which is why the condition is often discovered through routine blood …

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Philippines arrests Filipino nationals suspected of spying for China

Philippines arrests Filipino nationals suspected of spying for China

The ⁠Philippine government said on Wednesday it had apprehended some of its citizens on suspicion of spying for China in a “serious national security matter” that underscores the need for stricter laws against espionage and foreign interference. Authorities did not provide details about the case, including how many people had been apprehended or whether charges had been filed. “The operations …

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Who needs data centers in space when they can float offshore? | TechCrunch

Who needs data centers in space when they can float offshore? | TechCrunch

The power crunch for AI data centers has gotten so severe that people — not just Elon Musk — are talking about launching servers into space so they can access solar power 24/7. One startup thinks the ocean is a better place for them. Offshore wind developer Aikido is planning to submerge a 100-kilowatt demonstration data center off the coast of Norway …

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IRGC says Iran in ‘complete control’ of Strait of Hormuz amid Trump threats

IRGC says Iran in ‘complete control’ of Strait of Hormuz amid Trump threats

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has declared that it has full authority over the Strait of Hormuz, following comments from United States President Donald Trump indicating he is ready to deploy the US Navy to escort oil tankers through the strategic waterway. Mohammad Akbarzadeh, an official with the IRGC Navy, said in remarks published Wednesday by Iran’s Fars news …

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Modi’s Israel visit ahead of Iran tensions draws global scrutiny

Modi’s Israel visit ahead of Iran tensions draws global scrutiny

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Israel has sparked debate in international diplomatic circles, as it took place amid heightened tensions between Israel and Iran.  The UK-based publication Middle East Eye reported that the visit provided political reinforcement to the Israeli government. Meanwhile, Bloomberg characterized the trip as carrying a “risky diplomatic perception.” Qatar-based broadcaster Al Jazeera highlighted …

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Indie rhythm game Beat Weaver looks like a mix of Amplitude and Thumper

Indie rhythm game Beat Weaver looks like a mix of Amplitude and Thumper

Rhythm games never really went away after the decline of Guitar Hero and Rock Band, but it feels like they’re having a bit of a moment again. From projects like Clone Hero and YARG, to Fortnite Festival and Stage Tour (an upcoming title from Guitar Hero veterans at RedOctane), to indies with rhythm elements like Ratatan and People of Note, …

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