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Racial discrimination at Facebook is real.

Facebook turns 15: Mark Zuckerberg looks back at the journey of the...

Facebook was launched as an internal networking portal by the Harvard dropout from his college dorm.

5 Feb 2019 12:46 PM IST

The app allows you to choose from a number of poses which are basically white outlines in which all that your stranger has to do is fit you while taking the picture.

Still single? This is the app you'll need on Valentine's Day

The app is currently only for iOS users. The SOVS app costs 99 cents and is dedicated to solo shots.

5 Feb 2019 12:31 PM IST

Twitter further stressed that the majority of dubious accounts were proactively suspended in advance of Election Day. (Photo: ANI)

Twitter CEO explains how editable tweets would work

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey talks about the idea of tweets which can be edited.

5 Feb 2019 12:07 PM IST

YouTube will stop recommending videos promoting conspiracy theories such as those contending the 9/11 attacks never took place. (Photo: Pixabay)

YouTube to curb 'dislike mobs' with new features

Sometimes 'dislike mobs' make the creators feel their efforts go in vain.

5 Feb 2019 11:49 AM IST

Hard as it might seem to quit Facebook, especially for those entwined with it for years, it can be done.(Photo: AP)

Facebook's integration of messaging services stirs EU concerns

The DPC has asked Facebook Ireland for an urgent briefing over its proposal to integrate its messaging services...

5 Feb 2019 11:40 AM IST

Google makes sure that millions of harmful emails can be blocked by Gmail and businesses that utilise this service stay safe from such cyber-attacks.

Google to add Inbox features to Gmail

An internal version of Gmail appears laced with features from Inbox, such as pins, reminders, and category bundles.

5 Feb 2019 11:30 AM IST

Youngsters are using WhatsApp to consume news. (Photo: Pixabay)

WhatsApp now allows you to secure your chats from prying eyes

A new feature that's been recently rolled out allows you to opt for biometric authentication to view your chats.

5 Feb 2019 11:18 AM IST

AI is still at its nascent stage and there are a number of loopholes, which needs to be fixed before the technology is rolled out to the masses. (Photo: ANI)

Google wants the government to make some AI rules

Google recently released a white paper, outlining five areas where the government can work with civil society and AI...

5 Feb 2019 10:59 AM IST

It is not clear when the block button will be widely rolled out, but when rolled out, Spotify will let you block music from any artiste you dont like. (Photo: ANI)

Spotify in talks to acquire Gimlet Media for USD 200 million

Spotify is in advanced talks to acquire the startup behind popular shows such as Reply All.

5 Feb 2019 10:51 AM IST

A large number of the download counts originated from Asia, particularly in India. (Photo: Pixabay)

Google pulls down 29 malicious Android apps downloaded many times

Various Google Play apps send the users pornographic content and redirect them to phishing websites to collect their...

5 Feb 2019 10:45 AM IST

The success of blockchain technology is its power to give a whole new world of transparency while cutting down the unnecessary mediums with its smart contracts.

Blockchain startups to look out for in 2019

Indian blockchain start ups that are making news for the good reasons.

4 Feb 2019 6:34 PM IST

The revenue growth is attributed across the spectrum of the gaming industry. (Photo: ANI)

The exponential boom in the Online Gaming Industry in India

It is evident that many gaming developers are capitalizing on the growing number of smartphone users to capture a chunk...

4 Feb 2019 6:27 PM IST