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Facebook hopes Libra will not only power transactions but offer people without bank accounts access to financial services for the first time.

Facebook open to currency-pegged stablecoins for Libra project

Facebook said Libra could use cryptocurrencies based on national currencies such as the dollar, instead of a synthetic...

21 Oct 2019 12:10 PM IST

It is unclear why Microsoft is removing the smart digital assistant out of its Windows built-in form.

Windows 10 November update inches closer to release

Microsoft announced the November update two weeks ago.

21 Oct 2019 11:12 AM IST

Steven Ogg appeared in a question and answer session at the Brazil Games show this year.

GTA 6 to come sooner than you think', says GTA V voice actor

Steven Ogg is the man behind the voice of Trevor Phillips, one of the three main playable characters of GTA V.

21 Oct 2019 10:13 AM IST

It offers end-to-end encrypted sync of your passwords, bookmarks, notes, open tabs and more.

A better browser for your phone

Finally, Vivaldi in an Android avatar.

21 Oct 2019 9:48 AM IST

The company has decided to let go of Kik and over 80 per cent of its workforce.

Kik Messenger to survive under new owner

Kik Messenger's new owner, MediaLab, revealed that it will continue developing the app.

20 Oct 2019 10:24 AM IST

The electronic ring computing device will feature a touchscreen, wireless transceiver, processor, sensors, and a rechargeable power source. (Photo: ANI)

Apple patent hints at gesture-controlled smart ring

The purported smart ring will be controlled by touch and gestures such as flicking between apps or menu.

20 Oct 2019 10:16 AM IST

While the traditional gifting options include clothes, jewellery and sweets, gadgets also make an ideal Diwali gift.

Add festive cheers to your celebration with TVS Credit's...

The fifteen-day long contest started on 13th October and will end on 27th October 2019.

20 Oct 2019 10:04 AM IST

With the threat so clearly felt, 83 percent of respondents say it is important for IT to learn about quantum-safe security practices.

IT sees emergence of Quantum Computing as looming threat to...

Quantum computing is on the minds of many and is impacting their current and future thinking.

19 Oct 2019 2:44 PM IST

Digital currencies such as Facebooks Libra will disrupt the financial system, either by forcing central banks to innovate or by grabbing a global role that could challenge the dominance of the dollar, ECB board member Benoit Coeure said on Tuesday.

'Stablecoins' could hinder efforts to stamp out money laundering:...

FATF president Xiangmin Liu's statement underscored the global unease about the emergence of Libra.

19 Oct 2019 1:31 PM IST

Apple CEO Tim Cook speaks during The Fortune CEO Initiative 2018 Annual Meeting, Monday, June 25, 2018, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Apple's Cook meets China regulator after pulling Hong Kong app

They discussed topics like, Apple expanding investment in China, consumer rights protection and fulfilling corporate...

19 Oct 2019 12:54 PM IST

There is engaging content for every age group on digital platforms. (Photo: Pixabay)

Top 5 digital platforms making learning interesting and fun

Educational platforms are booming and these are some of the top choices for you.

19 Oct 2019 12:42 PM IST

In addition to the massive fine, Facebook will also agree to a series of new restrictions such as conducting preview review of every new product and obtaining consent to create new facial recognition models. (Photo: ANI)

News Corp to supply headlines for Facebook's upcoming news tab

Facebook Inc's upcoming news tab will feature headlines from the Wall Street Journal and some other News Corp media...

19 Oct 2019 12:37 PM IST