Business

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 09:39 am IST Google is gearing up to introduce a new security feature for Chrome aimed at thwarting hacking attempts on devices connected to users’ private networks, such as printers and routers. Despite the common assumption that devices within a home network are shielded from cyberattacks due to their indirect connection to the internet, malicious actors often exploit vulnerabilities to gain control over unsecured devices. To address this security loophole, Google has announced the development of a new functionality named ‘Private network access checks…

Updated: FEBRUARY 16, 2024, 4:55 pm IST Apple is reportedly delving into the realm of artificial intelligence to develop a tool aimed at aiding developers in writing software code more efficiently, according to a recent report from Bloomberg. The tool, similar to Microsoft’s Copilot, is designed to assist developers in completing lines and blocks of code based on the initial segments typed by the developer. Expected to be integrated into Apple’s Xcode software, the tool could potentially streamline the coding process for developers and enhance productivity. Sources suggest that Apple…

Updated: February 16, 2024 14:29 pm IST Scientists in the United Kingdom have unveiled a groundbreaking new drug that promises hope for patients battling a hard-to-treat and aggressive form of cancer. According to reports from The Guardian, researchers at Queen Mary University London have developed a revolutionary treatment that has shown remarkable results in treating mesothelioma, a cancer primarily caused by exposure to asbestos. Mesothelioma, which predominantly affects the lining of the lungs, is notorious for its aggressiveness and low survival rates. However, the new drug, described as a “wonder”…

New Delhi | Updated: February 15, 2024 10:28 IST Rumors are swirling within tech circles that OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is in the process of developing a new web search product that could potentially challenge established giants like Google and Bing. While details remain scarce, a recent report by The Information suggests that OpenAI is actively working on a search tool, with indications pointing towards Microsoft’s Bing search functionality as a foundational component. Although OpenAI has not officially confirmed these speculations, their ongoing efforts to enhance ChatGPT’s knowledge base…