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<p>Canadian law enforcement has already linked Apple's AirTag with an increase in local car thefts last year. Numerous accounts of people discovering AirTags concealed in their possessions have appeared on social media in recent months. One women, as per reports, said that she found the AirTag taped to her luggage. The apple AirTags price is not too much and one can easily get them from apple stores or online.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>What does the latest lawsuit say?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The most recent accusation against Apple's AirTags, though, is that it was used by previous partners to follow women. Two women are suing Apple on the basis that AirTags were used to stalk them, despite the fact that the firm claims it does not have a GPS tracking unit. In the lawsuit filed in San Francisco, the two women claim that their previous partners utilised the AirTags to locate them. They contend as well that AirTags have been connected to the killings of women in Akron, Ohio, and Indianapolis this year.</p>

<p>Moreover, saying that with Apple's alleged negligence for AirTags they are "at danger" of being stalked, the two women sought unspecified damages in Monday's complaint. Lauren Hughes, one of the plaintiffs in the complaint filed on Monday, said her ex-boyfriend discovered her new location, where she moved to avoid him, by putting an AirTag in her car's wheel well.</p>

<p><strong>How has Apple responded so far?</strong></p>

<p>Apple has previously claimed that many safeguards are built into its AirTags to stop unauthorised tracking. Before releasing AirTags, Apple was well aware that they may be misused for illegal purposes however the company said that the gadget is meant to monitor objects, not people. "Unwanted tracking has long been a societal problem, and we took this concern seriously in the design of AirTag. It’s why the Find My network is built with privacy in mind, uses end-to-end encryption, and why we innovated with the first-ever proactive system to alert you of unwanted tracking," said Apple in February while giving out an update on AirTag.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>How do AirTags function?</strong></p>

<p>The gadgets transmit a Bluetooth signal that Apple's Find My Network can pick up on. The business claims to have developed a number of protections to prevent the tracking of individuals. When apart from an owner for a while, AirTags emit a beeping sound. Moreover, a notification should show on their phone warning them, if an AirTag is discovered travelling with someone it is not registered with.</p>

<p><strong>Other voices&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Since AirTag's release in April of last year, Apple said, people have written in to tell endless tales of how AirTag helped them reconnect with the things they cherish. "Thanks to AirTag and the Find My app, a customer who lost his wallet on the subway was able to track it down at a station across town. With the help of an AirTag placed inside a medical kit, a parent whose child lost critical medicine on the bus was later able to find it," said Apple sharing the stories.&nbsp;<br />
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Canadian law enforcement has already linked Apple's AirTag with an increase in local car thefts last year. Numerous accounts of people discovering AirTags concealed in their possessions have appeared on social media in recent months.

Canadian law enforcement has already linked Apple's AirTag with an increase in local car thefts last year. Numerous accounts of people discovering AirTags concealed in their possessions have appeared on social media in recent months. One women, as per reports, said that she found the AirTag taped to her luggage. The apple AirTags price is not too much and one can easily get them from apple stores or online. What does the latest lawsuit say? The most recent accusation against Apple's AirTags, though, is that it was used by previous partners to follow women. Two women are suing Apple on the basis that AirTags were used to stalk them, despite the fact that the firm claims it does not have a GPS tracking unit. In the lawsuit filed in San Francisco, the two women claim that their previous partners utilised the AirTags to locate them. They contend as well that AirTags have been connected to the killings of women in Akron, Ohio, and Indianapolis this year. Moreover, saying that with Apple's alleged negligence for AirTags they are "at danger" of being stalked, the two women sought unspecified damages in Monday's complaint. Lauren Hughes, one of the plaintiffs in the complaint filed on Monday, said her ex-boyfriend discovered her new location, where she moved to avoid him, by putting an AirTag in her car's wheel well. How has Apple responded so far? Apple has previously claimed that many safeguards are built into its AirTags to stop unauthorised tracking. Before releasing AirTags, Apple was well aware that they may be misused for illegal purposes however the company said that the gadget is meant to monitor objects, not people. "Unwanted tracking has long been a societal problem, and we took this concern seriously in the design of AirTag. It’s why the Find My network is built with privacy in mind, uses end-to-end encryption, and why we innovated with the first-ever proactive system to alert you of unwanted tracking," said Apple in February while giving out an update on AirTag. How do AirTags function? The gadgets transmit a Bluetooth signal that Apple's Find My Network can pick up on. The business claims to have developed a number of protections to prevent the tracking of individuals. When apart from an owner for a while, AirTags emit a beeping sound. Moreover, a notification should show on their phone warning them, if an AirTag is discovered travelling with someone it is not registered with. Other voices Since AirTag's release in April of last year, Apple said, people have written in to tell endless tales of how AirTag helped them reconnect with the things they cherish. "Thanks to AirTag and the Find My app, a customer who lost his wallet on the subway was able to track it down at a station across town. With the help of an AirTag placed inside a medical kit, a parent whose child lost critical medicine on the bus was later able to find it," said Apple sharing the stories.

Is Apple's AirTag 'stalker-proof'? Here's what two women revealed in latest lawsuit

<p>For all the bravehearts who are willing to repair their own Mac or iPhone, Apple is now willing to provide its Self Service Repair tools in the UK and a few parts of Europe.</p>

<p>The self-repair programme of the tech company is now&nbsp;getting expanded to Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland and the UK, making it accessible for customers to buy genuine repair kits and parts of certain Macs and iPhones launched from 2020 onwards.</p>

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<p>The service which was launched last year in the US will provide detailed instruction manuals along with parts for different kinds of common repairs, which will include repairing cracked screens.</p>

<p>Although the customers are free to use the implements of their choice, Apple is making available the same tools which are used by the in-house technicians of the company either on a seven-day loan costing £54.90 or for purchase.</p>

<p>While the DIY service can be accessed by anyone, only bravehearts can take up the task of performing surgery on a computer or a smartphone, which would require dealing with tiny screws.</p>

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<p>It is most likely that a vast majority of users would opt for engaging a professional for any repair work. Apple stated that they have more than 5,000 authorised repair shops spread across the world which have access to original products.</p>

<p>As the data collected by CCS Insight indicate that the average consumer keeps their smartphone for 4.2 years, the provision of cost-effective repair options is important.</p>

<p>While the move will be appreciated by those supporting the right to repair, recently Apple faced criticism from specialists iFixit for putting a digital lockdown on the use of unauthorised and recycled parts for the repair of the device.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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For all the bravehearts who are willing to repair their own Mac or iPhone, Apple is now willing to provide its Self Service Repair tools in the UK and a few parts of Europe.

For all the bravehearts who are willing to repair their own Mac or iPhone, Apple is now willing to provide its Self Service Repair tools in the UK and a few parts of Europe. The self-repair programme of the tech company is now getting expanded to Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland and the UK, making it accessible for customers to buy genuine repair kits and parts of certain Macs and iPhones launched from 2020 onwards. ALSO READ| Uber Eats will pay $10 million for listing Chicago restaurants without permission The service which was launched last year in the US will provide detailed instruction manuals along with parts for different kinds of common repairs, which will include repairing cracked screens. Although the customers are free to use the implements of their choice, Apple is making available the same tools which are used by the in-house technicians of the company either on a seven-day loan costing £54.90 or for purchase. While the DIY service can be accessed by anyone, only bravehearts can take up the task of performing surgery on a computer or a smartphone, which would require dealing with tiny screws. ALSO READ| Switzerland considers a ban on electric vehicle this winter, here's why It is most likely that a vast majority of users would opt for engaging a professional for any repair work. Apple stated that they have more than 5,000 authorised repair shops spread across the world which have access to original products. As the data collected by CCS Insight indicate that the average consumer keeps their smartphone for 4.2 years, the provision of cost-effective repair options is important. While the move will be appreciated by those supporting the right to repair, recently Apple faced criticism from specialists iFixit for putting a digital lockdown on the use of unauthorised and recycled parts for the repair of the device. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Hate speech against black people, transgender persons as well as engagement with hateful content on Twitter has increased sharply since Elon Musk took over the platform, a research by the Center for Countering Digital Hate found on Friday. The research findings are now being seen in the background of Twitter's increased reliance on automated moderation instead of human intervention against hate speech on the platform.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The findings stand in contrast to Musk's claims last week that “hate speech impressions” on Twitter were down by one-third since he took the helm of the company. Musk, however, in a tweet on Saturday said that the findings are “utterly false” while responding to a New York Times story on the study.</p>

<p><strong>Engagement with hateful content up by 372 per cent</strong></p>

<p>In mid-November, Elon Musk had said that hateful tweets would be “max deboosted &amp; demonetized”, following which, the Twitter users wouldn’t see the content unless they search for it on the platform.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>But the research found that engagement with hate speech has increased to indiscriminate levels since Musk took over the company. The average number of likes, replies, and retweets on posts with slurs was 13.3 during the weeks before Musk's takeover of the platform.</p>

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<p>Following Musk's&nbsp;takeover, the average engagements on hateful content have jumped to 49.5 — a whopping increase by 372 per cent — according to the report.</p>

<p><strong>Worrying&nbsp;jump in hate speech against Black people</strong></p>

<p>Before Elon Musk took over the platform, an average of 1,282 tweets with slurs&nbsp;against Black people appeared on a daily basis on Twitter. After Musk formally became Twitter's owner, this number jumped to 3,876 tweets. But last week, when Musk claimed that hate speech impressions were down by a third, the tweets with slurs against Black people went up even further to 4,650 tweets, the report said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Hate speech against transgender people up by 62 per cent</strong></p>

<p>The report found that slurs against transgender people — with 5,117 tweets at an average — increased by 62 per cent since Musk took over Twitter.</p>

<p>The data was reportedly gathered using Brandwatch, a social media analytics tool, and included tweets from around the world in English.</p>

<p><strong>Why exactly Hate speech surging on Twitter?</strong></p>

<p>Twitter vice president of Trust and Safety Product Ella Irwin told Reuters that the platform is doing away with certain manual reviews rather than removing certain speech outright. The platform is now relying heavily on automation to moderate content. &nbsp;</p>

<p>She said that Musk was focused on using automation more, arguing that the company had in the past erred on the side of using time and labuor-intensive human reviews of harmful content.</p>

<p>"He has encouraged the team to take more risks, move fast, get the platform safe," Irwin said.</p>

<p>Since taking over Twitter in late October, Elon Musk’s act of erratic firings of existing staff (by over fifty per cent) have reportedly gutted the trust and safety teams responsible for moderation, despite the continued concerns from civil rights groups over how hateful content could flourish on Twitter.</p>

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Hate speech against black people, transgender persons as well as engagement with hateful content on Twitter has increased sharply since Elon Musk took over the platform, a research by the Center for Countering Digital Hate found on Friday.

Hate speech against black people, transgender persons as well as engagement with hateful content on Twitter has increased sharply since Elon Musk took over the platform, a research by the Center for Countering Digital Hate found on Friday. The research findings are now being seen in the background of Twitter's increased reliance on automated moderation instead of human intervention against hate speech on the platform. The findings stand in contrast to Musk's claims last week that “hate speech impressions” on Twitter were down by one-third since he took the helm of the company. Musk, however, in a tweet on Saturday said that the findings are “utterly false” while responding to a New York Times story on the study. Engagement with hateful content up by 372 per cent In mid-November, Elon Musk had said that hateful tweets would be “max deboosted & demonetized”, following which, the Twitter users wouldn’t see the content unless they search for it on the platform. ALSO READ | Macron not happy with Elon Musk relaxing Twitter moderation rules But the research found that engagement with hate speech has increased to indiscriminate levels since Musk took over the company. The average number of likes, replies, and retweets on posts with slurs was 13.3 during the weeks before Musk's takeover of the platform. ALSO READ | Twitter sees a surge of denialism claims, as scientists look for an alternative site Following Musk's takeover, the average engagements on hateful content have jumped to 49.5 — a whopping increase by 372 per cent — according to the report. Worrying jump in hate speech against Black people Before Elon Musk took over the platform, an average of 1,282 tweets with slurs against Black people appeared on a daily basis on Twitter. After Musk formally became Twitter's owner, this number jumped to 3,876 tweets. But last week, when Musk claimed that hate speech impressions were down by a third, the tweets with slurs against Black people went up even further to 4,650 tweets, the report said. Hate speech against transgender people up by 62 per cent The report found that slurs against transgender people — with 5,117 tweets at an average — increased by 62 per cent since Musk took over Twitter. The data was reportedly gathered using Brandwatch, a social media analytics tool, and included tweets from around the world in English. Why exactly Hate speech surging on Twitter? Twitter vice president of Trust and Safety Product Ella Irwin told Reuters that the platform is doing away with certain manual reviews rather than removing certain speech outright. The platform is now relying heavily on automation to moderate content. She said that Musk was focused on using automation more, arguing that the company had in the past erred on the side of using time and labuor-intensive human reviews of harmful content. "He has encouraged the team to take more risks, move fast, get the platform safe," Irwin said. Since taking over Twitter in late October, Elon Musk’s act of erratic firings of existing staff (by over fifty per cent) have reportedly gutted the trust and safety teams responsible for moderation, despite the continued concerns from civil rights groups over how hateful content could flourish on Twitter. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>In a blog post published on Friday (December 2), Google underlined reasons to switch to RCS (or Rich Communication Services). The tech firm also mocked Apple for still not offering an RCS messaging standard.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the blog post titled "Happy birthday and farewell, SMS! It's time for RCS", Google targeted Apple on the 30th anniversary of the short message service. The first SMS message was sent on December 3, 1992.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the unversed, RCS is a communication protocol between mobile-telephone carriers and between phone and carrier. The service aims to replace SMS messages with a more robust text-messaging system that supports in-call multimedia transmission and phonebook polling (for service discovery). It is part of the broader IP Multimedia Subsystem.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Google, which added the support for end-to-end encryption for one-on-one conversations in their own extension, has been advocating it for a very long time. The company also calls out Apple for not implementing it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The blog post added that most of the mobile world is using RCS, but "there is one company that's dragging its heels". It added: "But after 30 years of SMS texting, it's truly time."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The post authored by Neena Budhiraja, the Group Product Manager at Messages by Google, mentioned: "All of the major mobile carriers and manufacturers have adopted RCS as the standard — except for Apple."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Budhiraja noted that Apple refuses to adopt RCS and continues to rely on SMS when people with iPhones message people with Android phones, which means their texting is "stuck in the 1990s".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The post further read that hopefully, Apple "can #GetTheMessage so we don't have to keep waiting to remove the whole 'green-versus-blue bubble' thing."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Google also highlighted three big reasons why the&nbsp;<em>whole</em>&nbsp;industry should get behind RCS, which are:&nbsp;</p>

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In a blog post published on Friday (December 2), Google underlined reasons to switch to RCS (or Rich Communication Services). The tech firm also mocked Apple for still not offering an RCS messaging standard.

In a blog post published on Friday (December 2), Google underlined reasons to switch to RCS (or Rich Communication Services). The tech firm also mocked Apple for still not offering an RCS messaging standard. In the blog post titled "Happy birthday and farewell, SMS! It's time for RCS", Google targeted Apple on the 30th anniversary of the short message service. The first SMS message was sent on December 3, 1992. For the unversed, RCS is a communication protocol between mobile-telephone carriers and between phone and carrier. The service aims to replace SMS messages with a more robust text-messaging system that supports in-call multimedia transmission and phonebook polling (for service discovery). It is part of the broader IP Multimedia Subsystem. ALSO READ | Watch: Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg addresses employees after axing them Google, which added the support for end-to-end encryption for one-on-one conversations in their own extension, has been advocating it for a very long time. The company also calls out Apple for not implementing it. The blog post added that most of the mobile world is using RCS, but "there is one company that's dragging its heels". It added: "But after 30 years of SMS texting, it's truly time." × ALSO READ | Apple tweaks AirDrop feature on iPhones in China after "bridge man" protests against Xi Jinping The post authored by Neena Budhiraja, the Group Product Manager at Messages by Google, mentioned: "All of the major mobile carriers and manufacturers have adopted RCS as the standard — except for Apple." Budhiraja noted that Apple refuses to adopt RCS and continues to rely on SMS when people with iPhones message people with Android phones, which means their texting is "stuck in the 1990s". The post further read that hopefully, Apple "can #GetTheMessage so we don't have to keep waiting to remove the whole 'green-versus-blue bubble' thing." Google also highlighted three big reasons why the whole industry should get behind RCS, which are: Security is front and centre. It upgrades the conversation. It’s the industry’s modern standard. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Apple is elevating its efforts to launch a Mixed Reality (MR) headset, its first new major product category since the Apple Watch. The development came after Apple reportedly renamed the software that will supposedly run the elusive headset. It has been renamed to "xrOS" from "realityOS", with "XR" standing for Extended Reality.</p>

<p>A report in Bloomberg claimed that the Cupertino-based tech giant plans to launch the headset as early as next year. An earlier report claimed that Apple could be working on not one, but three different models, with the first one likely to be called Apple Reality Pro in its line-up of devices widely expected to be named as iGlasses by tech analysts.</p>

<p><strong>What is a Mixed Reality headset?</strong></p>

<p>To run an MR headset, the&nbsp;term extended reality entailed within "Extended Reality Operating System" (xrOS), encompasses both augmented and virtual reality. It is different from Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) devices due to its ability to blend in both AR and VR within itself.</p>

<p>Such a device overlays graphics and virtual information over the real world along with gaming and video-watching features at once.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>MR devices Apple's next big thing?</strong></p>

<p>Silicon Valley watchers expect 2023 to be a year on par with Apple's moments of reckoning in its history, such as the introduction of Macintosh (1984), the launch of the first iMac (1999) and the launch of the first iPhone (2007). Many expect that the MR headsets could be Apple's 'next big thing' in the technology age.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The project concerning mixed-reality headsets is one of Apple's most ambitious in years as it represents Apple's attempt to innovate in a new product category. In an interview uploaded last year, Apple CEO Tim Cook had emphasised on three big things for the future.</p>

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Apple is elevating its efforts to launch a Mixed Reality (MR) headset, its first new major product category since the Apple Watch. The development came after Apple reportedly renamed the software that will supposedly run the elusive headset.

Apple is elevating its efforts to launch a Mixed Reality (MR) headset, its first new major product category since the Apple Watch. The development came after Apple reportedly renamed the software that will supposedly run the elusive headset. It has been renamed to "xrOS" from "realityOS", with "XR" standing for Extended Reality. A report in Bloomberg claimed that the Cupertino-based tech giant plans to launch the headset as early as next year. An earlier report claimed that Apple could be working on not one, but three different models, with the first one likely to be called Apple Reality Pro in its line-up of devices widely expected to be named as iGlasses by tech analysts. What is a Mixed Reality headset? To run an MR headset, the term extended reality entailed within "Extended Reality Operating System" (xrOS), encompasses both augmented and virtual reality. It is different from Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) devices due to its ability to blend in both AR and VR within itself. Such a device overlays graphics and virtual information over the real world along with gaming and video-watching features at once. MR devices Apple's next big thing? Silicon Valley watchers expect 2023 to be a year on par with Apple's moments of reckoning in its history, such as the introduction of Macintosh (1984), the launch of the first iMac (1999) and the launch of the first iPhone (2007). Many expect that the MR headsets could be Apple's 'next big thing' in the technology age. WATCH | WION Dispatch: Inside Apple's compromises in China × The project concerning mixed-reality headsets is one of Apple's most ambitious in years as it represents Apple's attempt to innovate in a new product category. In an interview uploaded last year, Apple CEO Tim Cook had emphasised on three big things for the future. "We are very focused on augmented reality. We are very focused on artificial intelligence. We are very focused on autonomy," Cook had said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Following reports that phone numbers of nearly 500 million WhatsApp users are up for sale on the Dark web, the company has denied that any of its data has been leaked.&nbsp;WhatsApp has nearly two&nbsp;billion users out of which data of 487 million users is up for sale from 84 countries including the US, UK, Turkey, and France, as per a report by&nbsp;Cybernews.</p>

<p>"The claim written on Cybernews is based on unsubstantiated screenshots. There is no evidence of a ‘data leak’ from WhatsApp,"&nbsp;a WhatsApp spokesperson told WION.</p>

<p>"The purported list is a set of phone numbers, and not WhatsApp user information," it said.</p>

<p>Cybernews' report sparked a debate over whether the platform's encrypted messages and modern security forum are safe.&nbsp;There is still no clarity about how the hacker obtained the numbers he claims to possess.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In its report, it further mentioned that the leaked data is of active users.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The seller posted that the phone numbers of 32 million users from the US, 11 million from the UK, 10 million users from Russia, and six million users from India who are registered are at risk.</p>

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<p>The report further mentions that the US dataset costs around $7,000 and the UK costs $2,500. Cybernews further claimed that they contacted the hacker to know if it was true. The hacker then provided numbers of over 1,000 users from the UK as proof, NDTV reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This is not the first time the data of the Meta-owned platform has been leaked. A similar instance happened last year when data of 500 million Facebook users got leaked including India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is a matter of concern as the listed phone numbers listed could fall prey to spamming, phishing, and even major criminal activities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>WhatsApp users need to be careful. Do not respond to an unknown number or messages. This is because hackers might use information through smishing and vishing. Smishing and vishing mean that the hackers will use fraudulent links through a text or voicemail. Clicking on these links or responding to them might lead users to lose critical data or their money.&nbsp;</p>

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Following reports that phone numbers of nearly 500 million WhatsApp users are up for sale on the Dark web, the company has denied that any of its data has been leaked.

Following reports that phone numbers of nearly 500 million WhatsApp users are up for sale on the Dark web, the company has denied that any of its data has been leaked. WhatsApp has nearly two billion users out of which data of 487 million users is up for sale from 84 countries including the US, UK, Turkey, and France, as per a report by Cybernews. "The claim written on Cybernews is based on unsubstantiated screenshots. There is no evidence of a ‘data leak’ from WhatsApp," a WhatsApp spokesperson told WION. "The purported list is a set of phone numbers, and not WhatsApp user information," it said. Cybernews' report sparked a debate over whether the platform's encrypted messages and modern security forum are safe. There is still no clarity about how the hacker obtained the numbers he claims to possess. Also read | WhatsApp may soon let users share voice notes as status updates In its report, it further mentioned that the leaked data is of active users. The seller posted that the phone numbers of 32 million users from the US, 11 million from the UK, 10 million users from Russia, and six million users from India who are registered are at risk. × The report further mentions that the US dataset costs around $7,000 and the UK costs $2,500. Cybernews further claimed that they contacted the hacker to know if it was true. The hacker then provided numbers of over 1,000 users from the UK as proof, NDTV reported. Also read | Meta announces departure of India policy chief Rajiv Aggarwal, Whatsapp India head Abhijit Bose This is not the first time the data of the Meta-owned platform has been leaked. A similar instance happened last year when data of 500 million Facebook users got leaked including India. This is a matter of concern as the listed phone numbers listed could fall prey to spamming, phishing, and even major criminal activities. WhatsApp users need to be careful. Do not respond to an unknown number or messages. This is because hackers might use information through smishing and vishing. Smishing and vishing mean that the hackers will use fraudulent links through a text or voicemail. Clicking on these links or responding to them might lead users to lose critical data or their money. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>WhatsApp may soon let users set voice messages as status updates. The Meta-owned messenger platform currently lets its users share images and videos as status updates with a 24-hour duration cap.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report by Messenger-watcher WABetaInfo said that the new feature has already been spotted on the iOS beta versions. As per beta versions, users will be able to post voice messages of up to 30 seconds as status updates. The final version of the rollout may be different from its beta avatar at present.&nbsp;</p>

<p>WhatsApp will also allow users to choose what people they want to share voice message status updates with. The visibility will be limited to the people they choose.</p>

<p>In the beta, users will see a new microphone icon in the text box when selecting a new status update. The voice messages will also be end-to-end encrypted. The feature is currently under testing and no release date has been issued by Meta as yet.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Besides Voice Notes, WhatsApp is also testing a new Companion Mode in Android Beta. The feature allows you to link multiple devices to one WhatsApp account. The current limit is four devices per account.</p>

<p>Earlier in November, WhatsApp rolled out the Communities feature to organise various chat groups in larger structures, as well as other features such as bigger group video calls and in-chat polls.</p>

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<p>The Meta-owned platform now allows chat groups to have up to 1,024 users, much higher than the 256 participants restriction it had until recently.&nbsp;</p>

<p>WhatsApp rivals, including Telegram and Discord, allow thousands of members in group chats.</p>

<p>Other feature releases include 32-person video calling as well as in-chat polls, a common fixture on social media apps, including Meta’s Facebook and Twitter.</p>

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WhatsApp may soon let users set voice messages as status updates. The Meta-owned messenger platform currently lets its users share images and videos as status updates with a 24-hour duration cap. A report by Messenger-watcher WABetaInfo said that the new feature has already been spotted on the iOS beta versions. As per beta versions, users will be able to post voice messages of up to 30 seconds as status updates. The final version of the rollout may be different from its beta avatar at present. WhatsApp will also allow users to choose what people they want to share voice message status updates with. The visibility will be limited to the people they choose. In the beta, users will see a new microphone icon in the text box when selecting a new status update. The voice messages will also be end-to-end encrypted. The feature is currently under testing and no release date has been issued by Meta as yet. ALSO READ | WhatsApp suffers massive global outage that lasted for more than two hours Besides Voice Notes, WhatsApp is also testing a new Companion Mode in Android Beta. The feature allows you to link multiple devices to one WhatsApp account. The current limit is four devices per account. Earlier in November, WhatsApp rolled out the Communities feature to organise various chat groups in larger structures, as well as other features such as bigger group video calls and in-chat polls. WATCH | How does WhatsApp make money? × The Meta-owned platform now allows chat groups to have up to 1,024 users, much higher than the 256 participants restriction it had until recently. WhatsApp rivals, including Telegram and Discord, allow thousands of members in group chats. Other feature releases include 32-person video calling as well as in-chat polls, a common fixture on social media apps, including Meta’s Facebook and Twitter. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Elon Musk-owned Tesla has been directed to recall more than 80,000 cars, including some manufactured in China and others imported, due to software and seat belt issues, a statement from the Chinese market regulator said.</p>

<p>The mass-recall includes 67,698 Model S and Model X cars imported to China from as early as September 25, 2013 to November 21, 2020. It has been reported that software glitches have been affecting the battery management system (BMS) of the electric vehicles. The company said that it will upgrade the software of the recalled lot of Tesla.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from this, Tesla has also recalled 2,736 imported Model 3 cars manufactured between January and November 2019, and 10,127 China-made ones of the same model produced between October 14, 2019 and September 26, 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/tesla-reports-two-new-crash-fatalities-in-model-3-cars-linked-to-advanced-driver-assistance-systems-534811">Tesla reports two more crash fatalities in Model 3 cars linked to advanced driver assistance system</a></strong></p>

<p>In April, Tesla recalled a total of 127,785 units of Model 3 cars in China, citing potential faults in semiconductor components that might lead to collisions.</p>

<p>The US electric vehicle maker is going through something of a rough patch in China. The Asian giant is the world's biggest car market. Tesla's deliveries last month fell to 71,704 from a record high of 83,135 in September, following which the automaker cut the prices to boost demand.</p>

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<p>Tesla recently upgraded its Shanghai factory to double its production capacity to nearly one million cars a year. However, wait times for cars have shrunk to as little as one week from as long as 22 weeks earlier this year, a sign that the company is struggling to boost sales.</p>

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<p>China is Tesla’s most important market after the US. The Model Ys and Model 3s made at its factory on the outskirts of Shanghai supply the local market and are also exported to other parts of Asia and Europe.</p>

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Elon Musk-owned Tesla has been directed to recall more than 80,000 cars, including some manufactured in China and others imported, due to software and seat belt issues, a statement from the Chinese market regulator said. The mass-recall includes 67,698 Model S and Model X cars imported to China from as early as September 25, 2013 to November 21, 2020. It has been reported that software glitches have been affecting the battery management system (BMS) of the electric vehicles. The company said that it will upgrade the software of the recalled lot of Tesla. Apart from this, Tesla has also recalled 2,736 imported Model 3 cars manufactured between January and November 2019, and 10,127 China-made ones of the same model produced between October 14, 2019 and September 26, 2022. ALSO READ | Tesla reports two more crash fatalities in Model 3 cars linked to advanced driver assistance system In April, Tesla recalled a total of 127,785 units of Model 3 cars in China, citing potential faults in semiconductor components that might lead to collisions. The US electric vehicle maker is going through something of a rough patch in China. The Asian giant is the world's biggest car market. Tesla's deliveries last month fell to 71,704 from a record high of 83,135 in September, following which the automaker cut the prices to boost demand. ALSO READ | Tesla to 'identify the truth' behind fatal crash involving Model Y in China Tesla recently upgraded its Shanghai factory to double its production capacity to nearly one million cars a year. However, wait times for cars have shrunk to as little as one week from as long as 22 weeks earlier this year, a sign that the company is struggling to boost sales. WATCH | Elon Musk considers creating the 'everything app' equivalent to China's WeChat × China is Tesla’s most important market after the US. The Model Ys and Model 3s made at its factory on the outskirts of Shanghai supply the local market and are also exported to other parts of Asia and Europe. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>South Korea's capital, Seoul launched its first self-driving bus route on Friday as part of an experiment that engineers explained aims to make people adjust better to driverless vehicles on the roads.&nbsp;The new vehicle looks nothing like a regular bus. It has rounded edges along with gigantic&nbsp;windows that make it appear more like a toy bus than a technological innovation. As per&nbsp;Jeong Seong-gyun,&nbsp;head of autonomous driving at 42dot,&nbsp;the start-up responsible for self-driving technology, the shape of the bus is intentionally such to make it more people-friendly. This self-driving technology is now owned by auto giant Hyundai.</p>

<p>"This is the future," he told AFP, adding that the bus required "a considerable new type of design".</p>

<p>The bus looks a bit "like Lego" and is made of composite parts to help keep costs down and make it easy to replicate, he said.</p>

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<p><strong><em>The new vehicle does not look like a regular bus and has rounded edges along with large windows that make it appear more like a toy than a technological breakthrough. Photo credits: AFP</em></strong></p>

<p>Seong-gyun noted that instead of costly sensors, it uses cameras and lasers to navigate its route.</p>

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<p>The objective of the company was to make the technology affordable, secure, and easily adaptable to numerous types of vehicles in the future, such as delivery trucks.<br />
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For the time being, the bus will autonomously navigate a brief 3.4-kilometre (2.1-mile) circle in central Seoul under the tight supervision of a safety driver. The trip takes around 20 minutes.</p>

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<p>Additionally, the general public may board at two pre-determined stops after reserving a complimentary seat via an app.</p>

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South Korea's capital, Seoul launched its first self-driving bus route on Friday as part of an experiment that engineers explained aims to make people adjust better to driverless vehicles on the roads.

South Korea's capital, Seoul launched its first self-driving bus route on Friday as part of an experiment that engineers explained aims to make people adjust better to driverless vehicles on the roads. The new vehicle looks nothing like a regular bus. It has rounded edges along with gigantic windows that make it appear more like a toy bus than a technological innovation. As per Jeong Seong-gyun, head of autonomous driving at 42dot, the start-up responsible for self-driving technology, the shape of the bus is intentionally such to make it more people-friendly. This self-driving technology is now owned by auto giant Hyundai. "This is the future," he told AFP, adding that the bus required "a considerable new type of design". The bus looks a bit "like Lego" and is made of composite parts to help keep costs down and make it easy to replicate, he said. The new vehicle does not look like a regular bus and has rounded edges along with large windows that make it appear more like a toy than a technological breakthrough. Photo credits: AFP Seong-gyun noted that instead of costly sensors, it uses cameras and lasers to navigate its route. Also read | Indian start-up launches indigenous 3D printer that prints human tissues The objective of the company was to make the technology affordable, secure, and easily adaptable to numerous types of vehicles in the future, such as delivery trucks. For the time being, the bus will autonomously navigate a brief 3.4-kilometre (2.1-mile) circle in central Seoul under the tight supervision of a safety driver. The trip takes around 20 minutes. Also watch | South Korea Truckers Strike: President Yoon warns of crackdown on truckers Additionally, the general public may board at two pre-determined stops after reserving a complimentary seat via an app. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

South Korea: In a first, self-driving bus trial begins in Seoul

<p>The European Union announced on Friday that airlines flying in and out of the EU member nations will be able to provide the latest 5G technology on their planes as well as previous mobile technology generations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The decision will now allow airlines to let the flyers make and receive phone calls, text messages and data just as they would on the ground, the European Commission said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The development came as the Commission updated the previously implemented decision on spectrum for mobile communications on-board aircrafts.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>How will the 5G services be provided in-flight?</strong></p>

<p>The 5G service will be provided using special network equipment called a pico-cell that connects the in-flight network to the ground via a satellite, the statement said.</p>

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<p>The statement added that the passengers aboard flights in the EU will be able to use their mobile phones to the maximum of their capacity and features, just like with a ground-based 5G mobile network.</p>

<p><strong>‘Sky is no longer a limit’</strong></p>

<p>Thierry Breton, the European Council's commissioner for the internal market, said “5G will enable innovative services for people and growth opportunities for European companies. The sky is no longer a limit when it comes to possibilities offered by super-fast, high-capacity connectivity.”</p>

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<p>Earlier, the US Federal Communications Commission in 2020 rolled back plans to allow in-flight voice and data services via mobile wireless frequencies, saying that there was strong opposition including from airline pilots and flight attendants on safety and national security grounds.</p>

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The European Union announced on Friday that airlines flying in and out of the EU member nations will be able to provide the latest 5G technology on their planes as well as previous mobile technology generations.

The European Union announced on Friday that airlines flying in and out of the EU member nations will be able to provide the latest 5G technology on their planes as well as previous mobile technology generations. The decision will now allow airlines to let the flyers make and receive phone calls, text messages and data just as they would on the ground, the European Commission said in a statement. The development came as the Commission updated the previously implemented decision on spectrum for mobile communications on-board aircrafts. How will the 5G services be provided in-flight? The 5G service will be provided using special network equipment called a pico-cell that connects the in-flight network to the ground via a satellite, the statement said. ALSO READ | Watch: PM Modi launches 5G services in India, automotive sector to be biggest beneficiary The statement added that the passengers aboard flights in the EU will be able to use their mobile phones to the maximum of their capacity and features, just like with a ground-based 5G mobile network. ‘Sky is no longer a limit’ Thierry Breton, the European Council's commissioner for the internal market, said “5G will enable innovative services for people and growth opportunities for European companies. The sky is no longer a limit when it comes to possibilities offered by super-fast, high-capacity connectivity.” WATCH | 5G in India: All important questions answered | Tech It Out × Earlier, the US Federal Communications Commission in 2020 rolled back plans to allow in-flight voice and data services via mobile wireless frequencies, saying that there was strong opposition including from airline pilots and flight attendants on safety and national security grounds. Phone calls can already be made on many flights but they remain incredibly expensive. At the same time, voice services from Metaverse and Skype are blocked on in-flight WiFi networks. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>ISRO has largely been focusing on launching towering rockets like the PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle), GSLV (Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle) and the SSLV (Small Satellite Launch Vehicle). But on Wednesday noon, ISRO's lead facility Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) launched its 200th consecutive 'RH-200' Rohini Sounding rocket.&nbsp;While this is a routine launch, what makes it special is the fact that ISRO's journey in rocketry began with sounding rockets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sounding rockets are small, low-cost, solid-fuelled rockets meant for experimental purposes, meteorology, and atmospheric studies. They are used to probe the earth's atmosphere or to test newly developed sub-components, before actually flying them on larger rockets or on satellites.</p>

<p>These rockets take far lesser time to assemble and launch, given that they use solid fuel, which is less sophisticated when compared to liquid fuels. Typically, sounding rockets are launched at sub-orbit (lesser than 100 kilometres) in altitude and are not spacefaring rockets. However, there are larger sounding rockets that are also capable of reaching the low earth orbit (550kms altitude)</p>

<p>November 21, 1963, is widely regarded as the beginning of the Indian Space programme, as the maiden launch of the sounding rocket took place from the then Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station (now a part of the larger VSSC campus).</p>

<p>Back then, the US-made 'Nike Apache' rocket was the first to be launched from Indian soil. Thereafter, two-stage rockets imported from Russia (M-100) and France (Centaure) were also launched.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While M-100 could carry a payload of 70 kg to an altitude of 85 km, the Centaure was capable of reaching 150 km with a payload of approximately 30 kg. In 1970, the Hydrometeorological Services of the USSR signed an agreement with ISRO to launch their meteorological sounding rockets, M-100, every week, from TERLS. This programme&nbsp;continued uninterruptedly till 1993.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>In 1967, ISRO started launching a series of indigenous sounding rockets named 'Rohini' from TERLS. RH-75, with a diameter of 75mm, was the first truly Indian sounding rocket, which was followed by RH-100 and RH-125 rockets. The sounding rocket programme was indeed the bedrock on which the edifice of launch vehicle technology was built. The experience gained was of immense value in the mastering of the solid propellant technology and allied systems of the launch vehicles. Several scientific missions with national and international participation have been conducted using the Rohini sounding rockets.</p>

<p>At present, India operates three sounding rocket variants —RH-200, RH-300-Mk-II and RH-560-Mk-III. These cover a payload range of 8 to 100 kg and can fly to an altitude of 75-550kms.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wednesday's launch marks the 200th&nbsp;consecutive flight of the indigenous RH-200 'Rohini' sounding rocket. The event at Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, will take place in the presence of former Indian president Ram Nath Kovind, Chairman, ISRO, Dr S Somanath and Director, VSSC, Dr. S. Unnikrishnan Nair and officials from the space agency.</p>

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ISRO has largely been focusing on launching towering rockets like the PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle), GSLV (Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle) and the SSLV (Small Satellite Launch Vehicle).

ISRO has largely been focusing on launching towering rockets like the PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle), GSLV (Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle) and the SSLV (Small Satellite Launch Vehicle). But on Wednesday noon, ISRO's lead facility Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) launched its 200th consecutive 'RH-200' Rohini Sounding rocket. While this is a routine launch, what makes it special is the fact that ISRO's journey in rocketry began with sounding rockets. Sounding rockets are small, low-cost, solid-fuelled rockets meant for experimental purposes, meteorology, and atmospheric studies. They are used to probe the earth's atmosphere or to test newly developed sub-components, before actually flying them on larger rockets or on satellites. These rockets take far lesser time to assemble and launch, given that they use solid fuel, which is less sophisticated when compared to liquid fuels. Typically, sounding rockets are launched at sub-orbit (lesser than 100 kilometres) in altitude and are not spacefaring rockets. However, there are larger sounding rockets that are also capable of reaching the low earth orbit (550kms altitude) November 21, 1963, is widely regarded as the beginning of the Indian Space programme, as the maiden launch of the sounding rocket took place from the then Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station (now a part of the larger VSSC campus). Back then, the US-made 'Nike Apache' rocket was the first to be launched from Indian soil. Thereafter, two-stage rockets imported from Russia (M-100) and France (Centaure) were also launched. While M-100 could carry a payload of 70 kg to an altitude of 85 km, the Centaure was capable of reaching 150 km with a payload of approximately 30 kg. In 1970, the Hydrometeorological Services of the USSR signed an agreement with ISRO to launch their meteorological sounding rockets, M-100, every week, from TERLS. This programme continued uninterruptedly till 1993. In 1967, ISRO started launching a series of indigenous sounding rockets named 'Rohini' from TERLS. RH-75, with a diameter of 75mm, was the first truly Indian sounding rocket, which was followed by RH-100 and RH-125 rockets. The sounding rocket programme was indeed the bedrock on which the edifice of launch vehicle technology was built. The experience gained was of immense value in the mastering of the solid propellant technology and allied systems of the launch vehicles. Several scientific missions with national and international participation have been conducted using the Rohini sounding rockets. At present, India operates three sounding rocket variants —RH-200, RH-300-Mk-II and RH-560-Mk-III. These cover a payload range of 8 to 100 kg and can fly to an altitude of 75-550kms. Wednesday's launch marks the 200th consecutive flight of the indigenous RH-200 'Rohini' sounding rocket. The event at Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, will take place in the presence of former Indian president Ram Nath Kovind, Chairman, ISRO, Dr S Somanath and Director, VSSC, Dr. S. Unnikrishnan Nair and officials from the space agency. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>After much chaos and confusion, Elon Musk has decided to hold off the relaunch of the 'Blue Verified' badge for Twitter.</p>

<p>The Twitter boss said he will be suspending the $8 subscription plan until there is high confidence in stopping impersonation.</p>

<p>He further indicated launching different colour checks for organisations, which would be different from individuals.</p>

<p>“Holding off relaunch of Blue Verified until there is high confidence of stopping impersonation. Will probably use different color check for organizations than individuals (sic),” Musk tweeted on Tuesday.</p>

<p>The $8 plan was scheduled for a relaunch on November 29 after the earlier launch led to fake accounts getting the blue tick verification badge, forcing the company to withdraw the subscription model temporarily.</p>

<p>Thousands of such accounts were suspended as a result of impersonation, including that of comedian Kathy Griffin who had two million followers on the platform.</p>

<p>Since Musk took over, Twitter has been adding and then removing separate checkmarks on high-profile accounts. Though its purpose was not made clear, it was believed that the grey checkmark was rolled out in order to distinguish it from the blue checkmark, which can be bought by anyone.</p>

<p>Before announcing on Twitter, Musk held a meeting with the Twitter employees regarding the timing of the launch.</p>

<h2><strong>US: Elon Musk trolled outside Twitter headquarters in San Francisco</strong></h2>

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<h2><strong>'No more layoffs planned'</strong></h2>

<p>According to Verge, which obtained the recording of the meeting, Musk was said to be discussing the future of bluetick marks.</p>

<p>“Any given social media platform, in my view doesn’t matter what it is, is going to be vulnerable to bots and trolls unless there is some payment barrier to increase the cost of bots and trolls significantly,” he was quoted as saying.</p>

<p>He also told employees that Twitter was done with layoffs and hiring again,&nbsp;The Verge reported quoting the recording of the meeting.</p>

<h2><strong>Twitter France's head quits amid layoffs</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, Twitter Inc's head of the French unit, Damien Viel, announced that he was quitting the social media platform, amid a flurry of layoffs and the sacking of top executives.</p>

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<p>"It's over," Viel tweeted on Sunday, thanking his team in France.</p>

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<p>He didn't provide details about the reason for his departure or if any more layoffs are expected in France.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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After much chaos and confusion, Elon Musk has decided to hold off the relaunch of the 'Blue Verified' badge for Twitter. The Twitter boss said he will be suspending the $8 subscription plan until there is high confidence in stopping impersonation.

After much chaos and confusion, Elon Musk has decided to hold off the relaunch of the 'Blue Verified' badge for Twitter. The Twitter boss said he will be suspending the $8 subscription plan until there is high confidence in stopping impersonation. He further indicated launching different colour checks for organisations, which would be different from individuals. “Holding off relaunch of Blue Verified until there is high confidence of stopping impersonation. Will probably use different color check for organizations than individuals (sic),” Musk tweeted on Tuesday. The $8 plan was scheduled for a relaunch on November 29 after the earlier launch led to fake accounts getting the blue tick verification badge, forcing the company to withdraw the subscription model temporarily. Thousands of such accounts were suspended as a result of impersonation, including that of comedian Kathy Griffin who had two million followers on the platform. Since Musk took over, Twitter has been adding and then removing separate checkmarks on high-profile accounts. Though its purpose was not made clear, it was believed that the grey checkmark was rolled out in order to distinguish it from the blue checkmark, which can be bought by anyone. Before announcing on Twitter, Musk held a meeting with the Twitter employees regarding the timing of the launch. US: Elon Musk trolled outside Twitter headquarters in San Francisco 'No more layoffs planned' According to Verge, which obtained the recording of the meeting, Musk was said to be discussing the future of bluetick marks. “Any given social media platform, in my view doesn’t matter what it is, is going to be vulnerable to bots and trolls unless there is some payment barrier to increase the cost of bots and trolls significantly,” he was quoted as saying. He also told employees that Twitter was done with layoffs and hiring again, The Verge reported quoting the recording of the meeting. Twitter France's head quits amid layoffs Meanwhile, Twitter Inc's head of the French unit, Damien Viel, announced that he was quitting the social media platform, amid a flurry of layoffs and the sacking of top executives. Also read | Activists ramp up pressure on Twitter advertisers, say Musk 'was lying from the beginning' "It's over," Viel tweeted on Sunday, thanking his team in France. Also read | Kanye West returns to Twitter, Elon Musk writes, 'Save what Ye loves' He didn't provide details about the reason for his departure or if any more layoffs are expected in France. (With inputs from agencies)

Elon Musk suspends paid verification 'blue tick' badge for Twitter because of this reason

<p>Intel has rolled out what it claims to be the world’s first real-time deepfake detector that can weed out fake clips with 96 per cent accuracy.</p>

<p>The California-based chip manufacturer has developed an AI tool called FakeCatcher, which detects a deepfake video by analysing blood flow in video pixels using innovative photoplethysmography (PPG).</p>

<p>The AI tool was developed by Intel researcher Ilke Demir and Umur Ciftci from the State University of New York at Binghamton using Intel tech.</p>

<p>“Deepfake videos are everywhere now. You have probably already seen them; videos of celebrities doing or saying things they never actually did,” says Intel Labs senior staff research Ilke Demir in an Intel press release.</p>

<p>Unlike traditional detectors which look for what is fake about a video, FakeCatcher looks for what is real. The AI runs on a server and interfaces through a web-based platform.</p>

<p>“FakeCatcher looks for authentic clues in real videos, by assessing what makes us human—subtle “blood flow” in the pixels of a video. When our hearts pump blood, our veins change color. These blood flow signals are collected from all over the face and algorithms translate these signals into spatiotemporal maps. Then, using deep learning, we can instantly detect whether a video is real or fake,” Intel said in a statement.</p>

<h2><strong>What are deepfakes?</strong></h2>

<p>Deepfake (a portmanteau of deep learning and fake) is a type of artificial intelligence used to create convincing images, audio, and video hoaxes.</p>

<p>In recent years, deepfakes have gained importance over its potential use for financial fraud, misinformation and pornographic material.</p>

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Intel has rolled out what it claims to be the world’s first real-time deepfake detector that can weed out fake clips with 96 per cent accuracy. The California-based chip manufacturer has developed an AI tool called FakeCatcher, which detects a deepfake video by analysing blood flow in video pixels using innovative photoplethysmography (PPG).

Intel has rolled out what it claims to be the world’s first real-time deepfake detector that can weed out fake clips with 96 per cent accuracy. The California-based chip manufacturer has developed an AI tool called FakeCatcher, which detects a deepfake video by analysing blood flow in video pixels using innovative photoplethysmography (PPG). The AI tool was developed by Intel researcher Ilke Demir and Umur Ciftci from the State University of New York at Binghamton using Intel tech. “Deepfake videos are everywhere now. You have probably already seen them; videos of celebrities doing or saying things they never actually did,” says Intel Labs senior staff research Ilke Demir in an Intel press release. Unlike traditional detectors which look for what is fake about a video, FakeCatcher looks for what is real. The AI runs on a server and interfaces through a web-based platform. “FakeCatcher looks for authentic clues in real videos, by assessing what makes us human—subtle “blood flow” in the pixels of a video. When our hearts pump blood, our veins change color. These blood flow signals are collected from all over the face and algorithms translate these signals into spatiotemporal maps. Then, using deep learning, we can instantly detect whether a video is real or fake,” Intel said in a statement. What are deepfakes? Deepfake (a portmanteau of deep learning and fake) is a type of artificial intelligence used to create convincing images, audio, and video hoaxes. In recent years, deepfakes have gained importance over its potential use for financial fraud, misinformation and pornographic material. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Intel unveils ‘first real-time’ deepfake detector with 96% accuracy

<p>Avay Biosciences, an Indian tech start-up, has launched an indigenous 3D printer that, they claim, can print human tissues.</p>

<p>Bioprinting is a method of tissue replication that uses ‘bioinks’ that are engineered to print artificial living tissues like skin. Bioprinting temporarily or permanently supports and nurtures living cells.</p>

<p>The first prototype of the 'Mito Plus' bioprinter was installed at the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mito Plus is the advanced version of the Bio 3D printer developed with inputs on the prototype from the research lab of Dr Bikramjit Basu at IISc and developed by Avay, which was co-founded by an IIT Madras alumnus. It is said to be one of the most advanced 3D bioprinters in India.</p>

<p>The start-up is already partnering with premier research and development institutes across India, including IIT Madras,&nbsp;Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai,&nbsp;National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Hyderabad, and BITS Pilani (Goa Campus) as customers and collaborators.</p>

<p>According to various bioprinting market reports, the global 3D bioprinting market is currently valued at USD 1.3 billion as of 2022 and is projected to reach USD 3.3 billion by 2027.</p>

<p>On the key applications of ‘Mito Plus,’ Manish Amin, CEO, Avay Biosciences, said, “A wide range of biomaterials can be printed in MITO plus. It can be used for pharmaceutical drug discovery and drug testing applications. It can also be used in cancer biology and cosmetology applications".</p>

<p>He explained that bioprinters worked exactly like 3D printers, but instead of providing output of plastic, metal or powders, bioprinters deposit layers of biomaterials that may include living cells, to build complex structures like skin tissue, liver tissue, etc.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Our&nbsp;approach to the creation of entirely new organs begins with the journey of creating new tissue samples - a critical stepping stone for a very long term and difficult journey," said Suhridh Sundaram, COO, Avay.</p>

<p>“In collaboration with ICT Mumbai, we are working on having our printers develop skin— the most common type of layered tissue that could help victims of severe burns. These tissues can also be used for toxicology screens and various other testing mechanisms,” he added.</p>

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Avay Biosciences, an Indian tech start-up, has launched an indigenous 3D printer that, they claim, can print human tissues. Bioprinting is a method of tissue replication that uses ‘bioinks’ that are engineered to print artificial living tissues like skin.

Avay Biosciences, an Indian tech start-up, has launched an indigenous 3D printer that, they claim, can print human tissues. Bioprinting is a method of tissue replication that uses ‘bioinks’ that are engineered to print artificial living tissues like skin. Bioprinting temporarily or permanently supports and nurtures living cells. The first prototype of the 'Mito Plus' bioprinter was installed at the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru. Mito Plus is the advanced version of the Bio 3D printer developed with inputs on the prototype from the research lab of Dr Bikramjit Basu at IISc and developed by Avay, which was co-founded by an IIT Madras alumnus. It is said to be one of the most advanced 3D bioprinters in India. The start-up is already partnering with premier research and development institutes across India, including IIT Madras, Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Hyderabad, and BITS Pilani (Goa Campus) as customers and collaborators. According to various bioprinting market reports, the global 3D bioprinting market is currently valued at USD 1.3 billion as of 2022 and is projected to reach USD 3.3 billion by 2027. On the key applications of ‘Mito Plus,’ Manish Amin, CEO, Avay Biosciences, said, “A wide range of biomaterials can be printed in MITO plus. It can be used for pharmaceutical drug discovery and drug testing applications. It can also be used in cancer biology and cosmetology applications". He explained that bioprinters worked exactly like 3D printers, but instead of providing output of plastic, metal or powders, bioprinters deposit layers of biomaterials that may include living cells, to build complex structures like skin tissue, liver tissue, etc. “Our approach to the creation of entirely new organs begins with the journey of creating new tissue samples - a critical stepping stone for a very long term and difficult journey," said Suhridh Sundaram, COO, Avay. “In collaboration with ICT Mumbai, we are working on having our printers develop skin— the most common type of layered tissue that could help victims of severe burns. These tissues can also be used for toxicology screens and various other testing mechanisms,” he added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Indian start-up launches indigenous 3D printer that prints human tissues

<p>Twitter users are now increasingly wondering if they will get to keep parts of their online selves, as the blue bird continues to gasp for stability amid Elon Musk's ultimatum to its employees demanding an "extremely hardcore" work-mode. After Musk laid off thousands of Twitter employees soon after taking over as social media company's owner, users are increasingly reporting log-in failures and glitched home pages. Following these chaotic developments, researchers are now urging users with noted desperation to download their tweets in case Twitter implodes completely.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>'Now is the time' to archive your tweets</strong></p>

<p>Since the launch of internet, digital archiving, the process of preserving online content for future use, has become part and parcel of an ever-expanding world of online universe. Experts are now urging Twitter users to save their tweets in case the microblogging platform as it is known, does not remain the go-to social media platform in the immediate future.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“If there’s something you care about on Twitter, now’s the time to become like a temporary expert in digital archiving measures,” Caroline Sinders, an artificial intelligence researcher and fellow with the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office, was quoted as saying by The Guardian.</p>

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<p>Several media outlets and whistleblowers maintain their own data of deleted tweets from public officials. PolitiTweet, a New York-based public archive, has been archiving the tweets from celebrities, politicians and public figures in order to "keep the powerful accountable".</p>

<p>But what about an ordinary Robin, Rebecca or Rani on Twitter? What if they have to archive their own tweets?</p>

<p><strong>This is how you can archive your tweets</strong></p>

<p>The Internet Archive, a non-profit founded in 1996, is the largest public web archive and offers publicly available tools to upload and save content online. It has archived more than 625 billion web pages – including a number of tweets. However, the archive of Twitter may look quite different from their original online version with stumbles to download media attached with tweets or subsequent replies.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>At the time of filing this report, 'Good Bye Twitter' and 'RIP Twitter' continue to be among top trends on the platform. Users are offering apprehensive goodbyes and listing the other social media platforms where they can still be found.&nbsp;</p>

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Twitter users are now increasingly wondering if they will get to keep parts of their online selves, as the blue bird continues to gasp for stability amid Elon Musk's ultimatum to its employees demanding an "extremely hardcore" work-mode. After Musk laid off thousands of Twitter employees soon after taking over as social media company's owner, users are increasingly reporting log-in failures and glitched home pages. Following these chaotic developments, researchers are now urging users with noted desperation to download their tweets in case Twitter implodes completely. 'Now is the time' to archive your tweets Since the launch of internet, digital archiving, the process of preserving online content for future use, has become part and parcel of an ever-expanding world of online universe. Experts are now urging Twitter users to save their tweets in case the microblogging platform as it is known, does not remain the go-to social media platform in the immediate future. ALSO READ | After Elon Musk's ultimatum, employees leave en masse, Twitter closes offices “If there’s something you care about on Twitter, now’s the time to become like a temporary expert in digital archiving measures,” Caroline Sinders, an artificial intelligence researcher and fellow with the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office, was quoted as saying by The Guardian. ALSO READ | US lawmakers want antitrust probe into Elon Musk's 'alarming steps' as Twitter owner Several media outlets and whistleblowers maintain their own data of deleted tweets from public officials. PolitiTweet, a New York-based public archive, has been archiving the tweets from celebrities, politicians and public figures in order to "keep the powerful accountable". But what about an ordinary Robin, Rebecca or Rani on Twitter? What if they have to archive their own tweets? This is how you can archive your tweets The Internet Archive, a non-profit founded in 1996, is the largest public web archive and offers publicly available tools to upload and save content online. It has archived more than 625 billion web pages – including a number of tweets. However, the archive of Twitter may look quite different from their original online version with stumbles to download media attached with tweets or subsequent replies. WATCH | Gravitas: Amid Twitter turmoil, Elon Musk testifies in a trial × At the time of filing this report, 'Good Bye Twitter' and 'RIP Twitter' continue to be among top trends on the platform. Users are offering apprehensive goodbyes and listing the other social media platforms where they can still be found. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Twitter has temporarily closed the office buildings amidst reports of mass exodus after Elon Musk’s “hardcore” work ultimatum failed to motivate the employees to work for "long hours at high intensity”.</p>

<p>BBC, which has seen the message, said that the offices would reopen on Monday, November 21.</p>

<p>On Wednesday, Musk told employees that his goal was to build “Twitter 2.0” and for that, they have to choose between working “long hours at high intensity” or leave. He conducted a poll on the workplace app Blind for their response.</p>

<p>In response, 42 per cent of 180 people chose the "Taking exit option, I'm free!" in the app, which verifies employees through their work email addresses and allows them to share information anonymously, according to multiple media reports.</p>

<p>About 25 per cent of them said they had chosen to stay "reluctantly," and only 7 per cent of the participants clicked “yes to stay, I'm hardcore."</p>

<h2>Twitter CEO Elon Musk issues ultimatum to employees, says 'high intensity job or severance'</h2>

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<p>Reuters reported, quoting a former employee, that in a private chat on Signal with about 50 Twitter staffers, nearly 40 said they have decided to leave.</p>

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<p>Internal Slack messages shared with CNBC showed engineers and other employees posting goodbye messages to a “watercooler” chat group in the run-up to 5 pm ET on Thursday, the deadline set by Musk.</p>

<p>“I’m not pressing the button,” one departing employee posted in Slack, according to the Verge.</p>

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<p>“My watch ends with Twitter 1.0. I do not wish to be part of Twitter 2.0.”</p>

<p>Twitter had roughly 2,900 remaining employees before the deadline on Thursday, after Musk unceremoniously laid off about half of the 7,500 workforce when he took over and more resignations ensued.</p>

<p>Reuters claimed that more than two dozen employees across the United States and Europe have announced to depart in public Twitter posts. However, their resignation could not be independently verified.</p>

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Twitter has temporarily closed the office buildings amidst reports of mass exodus after Elon Musk’s “hardcore” work ultimatum failed to motivate the employees to work for "long hours at high intensity”.

Twitter has temporarily closed the office buildings amidst reports of mass exodus after Elon Musk’s “hardcore” work ultimatum failed to motivate the employees to work for "long hours at high intensity”. BBC, which has seen the message, said that the offices would reopen on Monday, November 21. On Wednesday, Musk told employees that his goal was to build “Twitter 2.0” and for that, they have to choose between working “long hours at high intensity” or leave. He conducted a poll on the workplace app Blind for their response. In response, 42 per cent of 180 people chose the "Taking exit option, I'm free!" in the app, which verifies employees through their work email addresses and allows them to share information anonymously, according to multiple media reports. About 25 per cent of them said they had chosen to stay "reluctantly," and only 7 per cent of the participants clicked “yes to stay, I'm hardcore." Twitter CEO Elon Musk issues ultimatum to employees, says 'high intensity job or severance' Reuters reported, quoting a former employee, that in a private chat on Signal with about 50 Twitter staffers, nearly 40 said they have decided to leave. Also read | Elon Musk fires Twitter engineer who questioned him publicly Internal Slack messages shared with CNBC showed engineers and other employees posting goodbye messages to a “watercooler” chat group in the run-up to 5 pm ET on Thursday, the deadline set by Musk. “I’m not pressing the button,” one departing employee posted in Slack, according to the Verge. Also read | Elon Musk lost 30 lbs by following this routine: No tasty food near me “My watch ends with Twitter 1.0. I do not wish to be part of Twitter 2.0.” Twitter had roughly 2,900 remaining employees before the deadline on Thursday, after Musk unceremoniously laid off about half of the 7,500 workforce when he took over and more resignations ensued. Reuters claimed that more than two dozen employees across the United States and Europe have announced to depart in public Twitter posts. However, their resignation could not be independently verified. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

After Elon Musk's ultimatum, employees leave en masse, Twitter closes offices

<p>More than two dozen employees and contractors of Meta platforms were sacked over the last year for allegedly taking control of user accounts in lieu of cash, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported citing relevant documents and people familiar with the matter.</p>

<p>Some of those sacked contractors worked as security guards at Meta facilities and were given access to the platform’s internal redressal mechanism used by employees to help users having trouble with their accounts.</p>

<p>The said mechanism being referred to here is called “Oops”, an acronym for Online Operations, which has been in existence since Facebook’s formative years.</p>

<p>This platform is used by employees to help users they know who have forgotten their passwords or emails, or had their accounts taken over by hackers.</p>

<p>It was reported that these axed workers used to take thousands of dollars in bribes from hackers to access user accounts.</p>

<p>These terminations took place as part of a lengthy internal probe led by Meta executives, according to the report.</p>

<p>“Individuals selling fraudulent services are always targeting online platforms, including ours, and adapting their tactics in response to the detection methods that are commonly used across the industry,” Meta spokesman&nbsp;Andy Stone was quoted as saying.</p>

<p>He said that the company “will keep taking appropriate action against those involved in these kinds of schemes.”</p>

<p>Oops is used in special cases like friends, family, business partners and public figures, but its usage has soared with increasing employee headcount.</p>

<p>In 2020, the channel serviced about 50,270 tasks, up from 22,000 three years earlier, according to an internal document reviewed by the WSJ newspaper.</p>

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More than two dozen employees and contractors of Meta platforms were sacked over the last year for allegedly taking control of user accounts in lieu of cash, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported citing relevant documents and people familiar with the matter.

More than two dozen employees and contractors of Meta platforms were sacked over the last year for allegedly taking control of user accounts in lieu of cash, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported citing relevant documents and people familiar with the matter. Some of those sacked contractors worked as security guards at Meta facilities and were given access to the platform’s internal redressal mechanism used by employees to help users having trouble with their accounts. The said mechanism being referred to here is called “Oops”, an acronym for Online Operations, which has been in existence since Facebook’s formative years. This platform is used by employees to help users they know who have forgotten their passwords or emails, or had their accounts taken over by hackers. It was reported that these axed workers used to take thousands of dollars in bribes from hackers to access user accounts. These terminations took place as part of a lengthy internal probe led by Meta executives, according to the report. “Individuals selling fraudulent services are always targeting online platforms, including ours, and adapting their tactics in response to the detection methods that are commonly used across the industry,” Meta spokesman Andy Stone was quoted as saying. He said that the company “will keep taking appropriate action against those involved in these kinds of schemes.” Oops is used in special cases like friends, family, business partners and public figures, but its usage has soared with increasing employee headcount. In 2020, the channel serviced about 50,270 tasks, up from 22,000 three years earlier, according to an internal document reviewed by the WSJ newspaper. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Meta sacks two dozen employees, security guards for hijacking user accounts

<p>Amazon&nbsp;has confirmed that it would be laying off people in a bid to&nbsp;"consolidate some teams and programmes."&nbsp;The announcement was made via a memo to the staff written by Dave Limp, senior vice president of devices and services at the e-commerce firm, reports Fox News.</p>

<p>Though it is unconfirmed how many employees would exit the firm, the Wall Street Journal quoting a source said that&nbsp;the layoffs could amount to 10,000 jobs total – including in Amazon’s retail, devices and human resources divisions.</p>

<p>"After a deep set of reviews, we recently decided to consolidate some teams and programs. One of the consequences of these decisions is that some roles will no longer be required," Limp wrote in the memo on Wednesday.</p>

<p>"It pains me to have to deliver this news as we know we will lose talented Amazonians from the Devices &amp; Services org as a result."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said that the employees were notified a day before and assured that the company would assist the sacked employees to find new roles.</p>

<p>"We notified impacted employees yesterday, and will continue to work closely with each individual to provide support, including assisting in finding new roles," Limp said.</p>

<p>"In cases where employees cannot find a new role within the company, we will support the transition with a package that includes a separation payment, transitional benefits, and external job placement support."</p>

<p>Amazon joined the layoff spree of its Silicon Valley counterparts on Wednesday, as the Jeff Bezos-led company began implementing its anticipated job cuts across its tech and corporate workforce. This is reportedly the first mass layoff in company's history.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The layoff, expected to hit 3 per cent of its staff, will also include jobs in retail and Alexa units due to slow growth.</p>

<p>The company had reportedly reduced the head count by 80,000 between April to September this year, and froze hiring at both the corporate and hourly level.</p>

<p>The workers impacted by the layoffs shared their ordeals on social media.</p>

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<p>As part of its cost-cutting measures, Amazon had already shut some parts of its business, cancelling projects such as a personal delivery robot.<br />
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<p>Other companies that have announced major layoffs include Mark Zuckerberg-owned Meta and Elon Musk-owned Twitter. While Twitter said that it will reduce the platform's headcount by around 50 per cent, Meta said that it would cut 13 per cent of its workforce.&nbsp;</p>

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Amazon has confirmed that it would be laying off people in a bid to "consolidate some teams and programmes." The announcement was made via a memo to the staff written by Dave Limp, senior vice president of devices and services at the e-commerce firm, reports Fox News.

Amazon has confirmed that it would be laying off people in a bid to "consolidate some teams and programmes." The announcement was made via a memo to the staff written by Dave Limp, senior vice president of devices and services at the e-commerce firm, reports Fox News. Though it is unconfirmed how many employees would exit the firm, the Wall Street Journal quoting a source said that the layoffs could amount to 10,000 jobs total – including in Amazon’s retail, devices and human resources divisions. "After a deep set of reviews, we recently decided to consolidate some teams and programs. One of the consequences of these decisions is that some roles will no longer be required," Limp wrote in the memo on Wednesday. "It pains me to have to deliver this news as we know we will lose talented Amazonians from the Devices & Services org as a result." He said that the employees were notified a day before and assured that the company would assist the sacked employees to find new roles. "We notified impacted employees yesterday, and will continue to work closely with each individual to provide support, including assisting in finding new roles," Limp said. "In cases where employees cannot find a new role within the company, we will support the transition with a package that includes a separation payment, transitional benefits, and external job placement support." Amazon joined the layoff spree of its Silicon Valley counterparts on Wednesday, as the Jeff Bezos-led company began implementing its anticipated job cuts across its tech and corporate workforce. This is reportedly the first mass layoff in company's history. The layoff, expected to hit 3 per cent of its staff, will also include jobs in retail and Alexa units due to slow growth. The company had reportedly reduced the head count by 80,000 between April to September this year, and froze hiring at both the corporate and hourly level. The workers impacted by the layoffs shared their ordeals on social media. I got laid off from Amazon this morning with no notice. I was the lead product manager responsible for making the AWS console unusable on anything but a 49" ultrawide monitor pic.twitter.com/pFp04M0X2h — jmill (@jmilldotdev) November 15, 2022 × × × × As part of its cost-cutting measures, Amazon had already shut some parts of its business, cancelling projects such as a personal delivery robot. Amazon shares have fallen by over 40 per cent this year as it struggles with a slowdown in sales via its ecommerce platforms. WATCH | Gravitas: Will a recession begin from the Silicon Valley? × Other companies that have announced major layoffs include Mark Zuckerberg-owned Meta and Elon Musk-owned Twitter. While Twitter said that it will reduce the platform's headcount by around 50 per cent, Meta said that it would cut 13 per cent of its workforce. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Tokyo-headquartered SoftBank Group Corp on Thursday sold a 4.5 per cent stake in Indian digital payments giant Paytm through block deals for $200 million, following which a sharp fall was reported in Paytm shares. The stock is being sold in a range of ₹555 to 601.45 per share, according to a term sheet reviewed by Reuters.</p>

<p>The developments come a day after the lock-in period for investors in Paytm's November 2021 initial public offering closed. Paytm shares fell by over 9 per cent on news of the trade.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The sale is the latest in a series of divestments that SoftBank has made this year.<br />
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SoftBank's flagship Vision Fund unit reported nearly $50 billion in losses in just six months. The shares were bought by hedge funds such as Millennium Capital, Segantii Capital Management, and Ghisallo Capital Management. Norges Bank, Norway's central bank too bought the Paytm shares, news agency Reuters reported.</p>

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<p>As of September 30, SoftBank had a 17.5 per cent stake in Paytm. The company had invested $1.6 billion into Paytm over the years. But before Thursday's sale, it was worth only about $900 million, Reuters reported.</p>

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<p>The shares of Paytm have dropped by over 60 per cent since its Initial Public Offering (IPO) a year ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>SoftBank's flagship Vision Fund sold a range of assets in the April-June quarter, including Uber Technologies and property platforms Opendoor Technologies and KE Holdings, which operates China's Beike, for a net gain of $5.6 billion.</p>

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Tokyo-headquartered SoftBank Group Corp on Thursday sold a 4.5 per cent stake in Indian digital payments giant Paytm through block deals for $200 million, following which a sharp fall was reported in Paytm shares.

Tokyo-headquartered SoftBank Group Corp on Thursday sold a 4.5 per cent stake in Indian digital payments giant Paytm through block deals for $200 million, following which a sharp fall was reported in Paytm shares. The stock is being sold in a range of ₹555 to 601.45 per share, according to a term sheet reviewed by Reuters. The developments come a day after the lock-in period for investors in Paytm's November 2021 initial public offering closed. Paytm shares fell by over 9 per cent on news of the trade. The sale is the latest in a series of divestments that SoftBank has made this year. SoftBank's flagship Vision Fund unit reported nearly $50 billion in losses in just six months. The shares were bought by hedge funds such as Millennium Capital, Segantii Capital Management, and Ghisallo Capital Management. Norges Bank, Norway's central bank too bought the Paytm shares, news agency Reuters reported. ALSO READ | Top 10 loss-making start-ups: These Indian unicorns are bleeding cash As of September 30, SoftBank had a 17.5 per cent stake in Paytm. The company had invested $1.6 billion into Paytm over the years. But before Thursday's sale, it was worth only about $900 million, Reuters reported. WATCH | BSE seeks clarification from Paytm parent, shares near all-time low levels × The shares of Paytm have dropped by over 60 per cent since its Initial Public Offering (IPO) a year ago. SoftBank's flagship Vision Fund sold a range of assets in the April-June quarter, including Uber Technologies and property platforms Opendoor Technologies and KE Holdings, which operates China's Beike, for a net gain of $5.6 billion. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>After the European Union, India is also moving to make USB Type-C as the compulsory&nbsp; common charging port for all smart devices sold in the country.&nbsp;The decision, if implemented, could have serious repercussions for Apple Inc., as its iPhone doesn't&nbsp;have a Type-C charging port.</p>

<p>The decision was taken on Wednesday by consensus of all stakeholders at an inter-ministerial task force constituted by the&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government. The task force held wide-ranging discussions on the possibility of making uniform charging ports for all compatible smart devices and another for low-cost feature phones.</p>

<p>“During the meeting, a broad consensus emerged among stakeholders on the adoption of USB Type-C as a charging port for electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops etc. Further, it was deliberated that a different charging port may be adopted for feature phones," consumer affairs secretary Rohit Kumar Singh was quoted as saying in Indian media.</p>

<p>The meeting was attended by representatives from industry associations such as the Confederation of Indian Industry, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and educational institutions including IIT&nbsp;Kanpur, and IIT (BHU),&nbsp;Varanasi.</p>

<p>In the meeting, the stakeholders agreed on a phased roll-out of uniform charging ports for “effective implementation and easy adoption”.</p>

<h2><strong>World Business Watch | Common charging port: India moves towards USB-C</strong></h2>

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<p>The move is aimed at cutting down massive amounts of electronic waste generated in the country.&nbsp;According to an ASSOCHAM-EY report titled ‘Electronic Waste Management in India’, India is estimated to have generated 5 million tonnes of e-waste in 2021, ranking behind only China and the US.</p>

<p>The officials believe that a shift towards universal chargers would bring down the cost of chargers in product packaging, as most consumers will have the necessary chargers and charging accessories.</p>

<p>EU was the first region to push for a universal Type-C charge port. In June this year, they passed a law making the USB-C port mandatory for a whole range of electronic devices, including smartphones, by 2024-end. Some Democrats in the US have reportedly been pushing for a similar law.</p>

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After the European Union, India is also moving to make USB Type-C as the compulsory common charging port for all smart devices sold in the country. The decision, if implemented, could have serious repercussions for Apple Inc.

After the European Union, India is also moving to make USB Type-C as the compulsory common charging port for all smart devices sold in the country. The decision, if implemented, could have serious repercussions for Apple Inc., as its iPhone doesn't have a Type-C charging port. The decision was taken on Wednesday by consensus of all stakeholders at an inter-ministerial task force constituted by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government. The task force held wide-ranging discussions on the possibility of making uniform charging ports for all compatible smart devices and another for low-cost feature phones. “During the meeting, a broad consensus emerged among stakeholders on the adoption of USB Type-C as a charging port for electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops etc. Further, it was deliberated that a different charging port may be adopted for feature phones," consumer affairs secretary Rohit Kumar Singh was quoted as saying in Indian media. The meeting was attended by representatives from industry associations such as the Confederation of Indian Industry, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and educational institutions including IIT Kanpur, and IIT (BHU), Varanasi. In the meeting, the stakeholders agreed on a phased roll-out of uniform charging ports for “effective implementation and easy adoption”. World Business Watch | Common charging port: India moves towards USB-C The move is aimed at cutting down massive amounts of electronic waste generated in the country. According to an ASSOCHAM-EY report titled ‘Electronic Waste Management in India’, India is estimated to have generated 5 million tonnes of e-waste in 2021, ranking behind only China and the US. The officials believe that a shift towards universal chargers would bring down the cost of chargers in product packaging, as most consumers will have the necessary chargers and charging accessories. EU was the first region to push for a universal Type-C charge port. In June this year, they passed a law making the USB-C port mandatory for a whole range of electronic devices, including smartphones, by 2024-end. Some Democrats in the US have reportedly been pushing for a similar law. Brazil, too, has moved towards a similar initiative, with the government pushing Apple to roll out its devices with Type-C ports. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

After EU, India to make common Type-C charging port mandatory for all smart devices

<p>Government data in the United States shows that Tesla informed the auto safety regulators about two more crash fatalities in Model 3 cars linked to advanced driver assistance systems in the month ending October 15, news agency Reuters reported.&nbsp;The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) started to release data submitted by automakers related to the crashes of cars having driver assistance systems. Among others, Tesla's autopilot is a popular driver assistance system.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The agency said on Tuesday: "NHTSA has reviewed these crashes and is conducting appropriate follow-up. NHTSA uses many data sources in its enforcement processes."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Last year in June, NHTSA asked the automaker to report all the crashes that are in any way tied to the advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and also the vehicles equipped with automated driving systems tested on public roads.&nbsp;</p>

<p>NHTSA also noted that it uses data submitted by automakers under its 2021 order as part of its investigations and all fatal crashes reported since July 2021 were linked to ADAS and nearly all involved Tesla vehicles.</p>

<p>Recently, news related to a crash involving a Model Y car in China created a buzz. The accident killed two people and a CCTV video of the same went viral on social media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tesla said that it will assist the local police that is probing the incident, which happened on November 5 in the southern province of China's Guangdong.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Local reports mentioned that the car started to malfunction after the driver tried to park it. The park button apparently did not work, and the brakes also failed. The car started to accelerate instead of stopping.&nbsp;</p>

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Government data in the United States shows that Tesla informed the auto safety regulators about two more crash fatalities in Model 3 cars linked to advanced driver assistance systems in the month ending October 15, news agency Reuters reported.

Government data in the United States shows that Tesla informed the auto safety regulators about two more crash fatalities in Model 3 cars linked to advanced driver assistance systems in the month ending October 15, news agency Reuters reported. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) started to release data submitted by automakers related to the crashes of cars having driver assistance systems. Among others, Tesla's autopilot is a popular driver assistance system. The agency said on Tuesday: "NHTSA has reviewed these crashes and is conducting appropriate follow-up. NHTSA uses many data sources in its enforcement processes." ALSO READ | Artemis 1 launched successfully, NASA ushers in a new era of lunar exploration WATCH | Hydro-Quebec employee charged with espionage × Last year in June, NHTSA asked the automaker to report all the crashes that are in any way tied to the advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and also the vehicles equipped with automated driving systems tested on public roads. NHTSA also noted that it uses data submitted by automakers under its 2021 order as part of its investigations and all fatal crashes reported since July 2021 were linked to ADAS and nearly all involved Tesla vehicles. Recently, news related to a crash involving a Model Y car in China created a buzz. The accident killed two people and a CCTV video of the same went viral on social media. Tesla said that it will assist the local police that is probing the incident, which happened on November 5 in the southern province of China's Guangdong. Local reports mentioned that the car started to malfunction after the driver tried to park it. The park button apparently did not work, and the brakes also failed. The car started to accelerate instead of stopping. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Use of facial recognition systems, a modern way of security, was banned in Italy on Monday. The country's privacy watchdog, Data Protection Agency, chided two municipalities for experimenting with facial recognition systems and ‘smart glasses'. It ordered prohibition of its use until a specific law is adopted which it said&nbsp;may happen only at the end of next year, reported Euro News.</p>

<p>Facial recognition systems help confirm a user's identity whereas smart glasses can prove to be helpful for visually impaired people as they can benefit from AI embedded in it. These devices can extract different kinds of information from images and then speak it back to users.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, there is an exception to the imposed ban. If the use of the tech is required to support judicial investigations or fight crimes, these biometric data-based systems can still be used. The agency in a statement said, “The moratorium arises from the need to regulate eligibility requirements, conditions and guarantees relating to facial recognition, in compliance with the principle of proportionality."</p>

<p>Expressing concerns over the security of these systems, the watchdog highlighted that under EU and Italian law, the processing of personal data by public bodies using video devices is generally allowed on only public interest grounds. It further suggested if municipalities want to use these systems, they will have to meet “urban security pacts” with central government representatives.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Southern Italian city of Lecce and Tuscan city of Arezzo are the two municipalities under radar for the planned use of these technologies. As per the authorities, Lecce municipality would begin using a technology based on facial recognition whereas for Tuscan they noted that the local police were due to be equipped with infrared super glasses that can recognise car number plates.</p>

<p>The watchdog has ordered the Lecce municipality to submit information about the systems used along with their functions and legality. Another set of information sought by the watchdog is a list of databases accessed by its monitoring devices.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Recently, the facial recognition systems found yet another use in Australia in the form of a solution provider to tackle the issue of gambling addiction. At eastern Australia’s Warilla Hotel facial recognition software are used to identify addicts who have been asked to be barred from betting sites. Supporters say it will help curb gambling problem in a country where the addiction affects about 1 percent of the population and annual losses run to billions of dollars, reported Al Jazeera.&nbsp;<br />
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Use of facial recognition systems, a modern way of security, was banned in Italy on Monday. The country's privacy watchdog, Data Protection Agency, chided two municipalities for experimenting with facial recognition systems and ‘smart glasses'. It ordered prohibition of its use until a specific law is adopted which it said may happen only at the end of next year, reported Euro News. Facial recognition systems help confirm a user's identity whereas smart glasses can prove to be helpful for visually impaired people as they can benefit from AI embedded in it. These devices can extract different kinds of information from images and then speak it back to users. ALSO READ | Tesla to 'identify the truth' behind fatal crash involving Model Y in China However, there is an exception to the imposed ban. If the use of the tech is required to support judicial investigations or fight crimes, these biometric data-based systems can still be used. The agency in a statement said, “The moratorium arises from the need to regulate eligibility requirements, conditions and guarantees relating to facial recognition, in compliance with the principle of proportionality." Expressing concerns over the security of these systems, the watchdog highlighted that under EU and Italian law, the processing of personal data by public bodies using video devices is generally allowed on only public interest grounds. It further suggested if municipalities want to use these systems, they will have to meet “urban security pacts” with central government representatives. ALSO READ | Coocaa 55Y72 review: How's the smart TV? Southern Italian city of Lecce and Tuscan city of Arezzo are the two municipalities under radar for the planned use of these technologies. As per the authorities, Lecce municipality would begin using a technology based on facial recognition whereas for Tuscan they noted that the local police were due to be equipped with infrared super glasses that can recognise car number plates. The watchdog has ordered the Lecce municipality to submit information about the systems used along with their functions and legality. Another set of information sought by the watchdog is a list of databases accessed by its monitoring devices. WATCH | Report: Amazon plans to lay off 10,000 people Recently, the facial recognition systems found yet another use in Australia in the form of a solution provider to tackle the issue of gambling addiction. At eastern Australia’s Warilla Hotel facial recognition software are used to identify addicts who have been asked to be barred from betting sites. Supporters say it will help curb gambling problem in a country where the addiction affects about 1 percent of the population and annual losses run to billions of dollars, reported Al Jazeera. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A Meta spokesperson said on Tuesday (November 15) that WhatsApp's India head Abhijit Bose and Meta Platforms Inc's public policy director in India Rajiv Aggarwal have resigned from their positions. The news of departure comes in the same week when Meta announced a lay-off of 11,000 workers across the globe.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Will Cathcart, the head of WhatsApp, said in a statement: "I want to thank Abhijit Bose for his tremendous contributions as our first head of WhatsApp in India."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"His entrepreneurial drive helped our team deliver new services that have benefited millions of people and businesses. There is so much more WhatsApp can do for India and we're excited to continue helping advance India's digital transformation," Cathcart added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The charge of Meta India Public Policy has been given to Shivnath Thukral, who currently serves as Director of WhatsApp Public Policy in India.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a reference to the layoffs, Bose said in a social media post that the week has been a tough one for all teams at WhatsApp.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said: "Amidst all of this, I just shared some news with our WhatsApp and India teams. It has been planned for a while, but given the events last week, we wanted to hold this back so we could focus on supporting those impacted last week."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also mentioned that&nbsp;he will be joining "the entrepreneurial world" after a small break.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier this month, Ajit Mohan quit as Meta's India head after four years in the job. He joined rival company Snap Inc.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Manesh Mahatme, the head of WhatsApp's India payment business, also quit a couple of months back to join Amazon India.&nbsp;</p>

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A Meta spokesperson said on Tuesday (November 15) that WhatsApp's India head Abhijit Bose and Meta Platforms Inc's public policy director in India Rajiv Aggarwal have resigned from their positions.

A Meta spokesperson said on Tuesday (November 15) that WhatsApp's India head Abhijit Bose and Meta Platforms Inc's public policy director in India Rajiv Aggarwal have resigned from their positions. The news of departure comes in the same week when Meta announced a lay-off of 11,000 workers across the globe. Will Cathcart, the head of WhatsApp, said in a statement: "I want to thank Abhijit Bose for his tremendous contributions as our first head of WhatsApp in India." "His entrepreneurial drive helped our team deliver new services that have benefited millions of people and businesses. There is so much more WhatsApp can do for India and we're excited to continue helping advance India's digital transformation," Cathcart added. The charge of Meta India Public Policy has been given to Shivnath Thukral, who currently serves as Director of WhatsApp Public Policy in India. WATCH | How to lay-off proof your finances: 6 ways to manage money after job loss × ALSO READ | Italy bans facial recognition tech, restricts use to fighting crime In a reference to the layoffs, Bose said in a social media post that the week has been a tough one for all teams at WhatsApp. He said: "Amidst all of this, I just shared some news with our WhatsApp and India teams. It has been planned for a while, but given the events last week, we wanted to hold this back so we could focus on supporting those impacted last week." He also mentioned that he will be joining "the entrepreneurial world" after a small break. ALSO READ | Steve Jobs' worn-out sandals auctioned for 'highest-ever' price Earlier this month, Ajit Mohan quit as Meta's India head after four years in the job. He joined rival company Snap Inc. Manesh Mahatme, the head of WhatsApp's India payment business, also quit a couple of months back to join Amazon India. The spokesperson, however, says that the recent resignations were not part of the mass layoffs. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A pair of&nbsp;sandals&nbsp;once sported by the late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs have been sold for an astounding $218,750 (₹1.77 crores) when they were auctioned by California-based Julien's Auctions on Monday. The auction house said that the sale of the said pair of Birkenstock sandals have set a record for the 'highest ever' price paid for a pair of sandals at an auction.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The auction house further said that Steve Jobs would wear these sandals in the 1970's and 1980's. "This pair of Birkenstock sandals were previously owned by Mark Sheff, the house manager to Steve Jobs," it informed.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>'Steve Jobs wore the auctioned sandals during Apple's pivotal moments'</strong></p>

<p>The auction house further added that Steve Jobs wore these sandals during many pivotal moments in Apple’s history. "In 1976, he hatched the beginnings of Apple computer in a Los Altos garage with Apple’s co-founder Steve Wozniak while occasionally wearing these sandals. When Jobs discovered the ingenuity and practicality of Birkenstocks, he became fascinated," it said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The sandals were sold in Julien's Auctions' "Icons and Idols: Rock n' Roll" public sale, which also featured memorabilia, clothing, musical equipment and jewelry from musicians and pop icons such as John Lennon, Elvis Presley and Kurt Cobain.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In October 2021, a pair of Nike Air Ships worn by basketball legend Michael Jordan <a href="Michael Jordan sneakers sell for nearly $1.5 million, an auction record">sold</a> for $1.47 million, breaking the record for the highest sale price for a pair of sneakers at auction.</p>

<p><strong>Mahatma Gandhi's artefacts have fetched huge sums too</strong></p>

<p>Earlier in 2013, it was Mahatma Gandhi's leather chappals that went under hammer in Britain, fetching a whopping 300,000 pounds. However, the said pair of leather chappals worn by Mahatma Gandhi was not a standalone item that was auctioned then. The 300,000 pounds were fetched when Gandhi's Chappals were auctioned along with his last will and blood sample on a microscopic slide.<br />
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A pair of sandals once sported by the late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs have been sold for an astounding $218,750 (₹1.77 crores) when they were auctioned by California-based Julien's Auctions on Monday.

A pair of sandals once sported by the late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs have been sold for an astounding $218,750 (₹1.77 crores) when they were auctioned by California-based Julien's Auctions on Monday. The auction house said that the sale of the said pair of Birkenstock sandals have set a record for the 'highest ever' price paid for a pair of sandals at an auction. Sold for $218,750. A pair of brown suede leather Birkenstock Arizona sandals that were personally owned and worn by Steve Jobs. "Icons and Idols: Rock 'N' Roll" auction taking place at the @HardRock in New York City and online at https://t.co/tzS6JKuf2p, Friday through Sunday. pic.twitter.com/ESXO8fJ2L7 — Julien's Auctions (@JuliensAuctions) November 13, 2022 × The auction house further said that Steve Jobs would wear these sandals in the 1970's and 1980's. "This pair of Birkenstock sandals were previously owned by Mark Sheff, the house manager to Steve Jobs," it informed. 'Steve Jobs wore the auctioned sandals during Apple's pivotal moments' The auction house further added that Steve Jobs wore these sandals during many pivotal moments in Apple’s history. "In 1976, he hatched the beginnings of Apple computer in a Los Altos garage with Apple’s co-founder Steve Wozniak while occasionally wearing these sandals. When Jobs discovered the ingenuity and practicality of Birkenstocks, he became fascinated," it said. The sandals were sold in Julien's Auctions' "Icons and Idols: Rock n' Roll" public sale, which also featured memorabilia, clothing, musical equipment and jewelry from musicians and pop icons such as John Lennon, Elvis Presley and Kurt Cobain. WATCH | Auction house Christie's New York breaks record × In October 2021, a pair of Nike Air Ships worn by basketball legend Michael Jordan sold for $1.47 million, breaking the record for the highest sale price for a pair of sneakers at auction. Mahatma Gandhi's artefacts have fetched huge sums too Earlier in 2013, it was Mahatma Gandhi's leather chappals that went under hammer in Britain, fetching a whopping 300,000 pounds. However, the said pair of leather chappals worn by Mahatma Gandhi was not a standalone item that was auctioned then. The 300,000 pounds were fetched when Gandhi's Chappals were auctioned along with his last will and blood sample on a microscopic slide. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>After two failed attempts, NASA will take another go at launching its new mega Moon rocket mission Artemis 1 on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first launch of the Space Launch System rocket which is touted as the "most powerful ever designed by NASA" will happen from Florida and will take place on Wednesday at 1:04 am local time (0604 GMT). The possible launch window as per AFP is of two hours.</p>

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<p>If needed the space agency has also kept two fallback dates: November 19 and 25.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The takeoff is scheduled for less than a week after Hurricane Nicole battered the rocket on its launch pad.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Officials are evaluating the risk of damage to a thin strip of "caulk-like material" known as RTV, which makes the rocket more aerodynamic and is located at its top. They are evaluating whether it can shake loose and create problems for the launch.</p>

<p>Mike Sarafin, in charge of the mission, says he's optimistic and feels "good headed into this attempt".</p>

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<p>As per weather forecasts, the weather on the day of the launch will be mild with 90 per cent favourable conditions during the launch window. As per AFP, the launch is expected to attract a crowd of 100,000 people.</p>

<p>The two earlier launches were cancelled due to technical reasons; the first was related to a faulty sensor, and the second was related to a fuel leak.</p>

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After two failed attempts, NASA will take another go at launching its new mega Moon rocket mission Artemis 1 on Wednesday. The first launch of the Space Launch System rocket which is touted as the "most powerful ever designed by NASA" will happen from Florida and will take place on Wednesday at 1:04 am local time (0604 GMT).

After two failed attempts, NASA will take another go at launching its new mega Moon rocket mission Artemis 1 on Wednesday. The first launch of the Space Launch System rocket which is touted as the "most powerful ever designed by NASA" will happen from Florida and will take place on Wednesday at 1:04 am local time (0604 GMT). The possible launch window as per AFP is of two hours. WATCH | WION Dispatch: Artemis I launch attempt scrubbed, called off due to technical issues If needed the space agency has also kept two fallback dates: November 19 and 25. The takeoff is scheduled for less than a week after Hurricane Nicole battered the rocket on its launch pad. Also read | NASA's Artemis lunar mission remains on schedule following Hurricane Nicole Officials are evaluating the risk of damage to a thin strip of "caulk-like material" known as RTV, which makes the rocket more aerodynamic and is located at its top. They are evaluating whether it can shake loose and create problems for the launch. Mike Sarafin, in charge of the mission, says he's optimistic and feels "good headed into this attempt". lso read | NASA’s Artemis I moon rocket returns to pad for another launch attempt As per weather forecasts, the weather on the day of the launch will be mild with 90 per cent favourable conditions during the launch window. As per AFP, the launch is expected to attract a crowd of 100,000 people. The two earlier launches were cancelled due to technical reasons; the first was related to a faulty sensor, and the second was related to a fuel leak. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Tesla has agreed to assist the&nbsp;Chinese police&nbsp;in the investigation of a crash involving one of its Model Y cars. The accident reportedly killed two people and injured three people. A CCTV video of the same incident went viral on social media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reports have mentioned that the incident happened on November 5 in the southern province of China's Guangdong. Local reports mentioned that the car started to malfunction after the driver tried to park it. The park button apparently did not work, and the brakes also failed. The car started to accelerate instead of stopping.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, the US automaker said that it would assist the probe to know what exactly happened. The company, which Elon Musk owns, told Reuters: "Police are currently seeking a third party appraisal agency to identify the truth behind this accident and we will actively provide any necessary assistance." The electric vehicle maker also urged people to not believe in "rumours".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The main cause of the incident has not been identified yet, Jimu News quoted the local traffic police as saying. A family member of the driver said the 55-year-old had issues with the brake pedal when he was about to pull over in front of his family store.&nbsp;</p>

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Tesla has agreed to assist the Chinese police in the investigation of a crash involving one of its Model Y cars. The accident reportedly killed two people and injured three people.

Tesla has agreed to assist the Chinese police in the investigation of a crash involving one of its Model Y cars. The accident reportedly killed two people and injured three people. A CCTV video of the same incident went viral on social media. Reports have mentioned that the incident happened on November 5 in the southern province of China's Guangdong. Local reports mentioned that the car started to malfunction after the driver tried to park it. The park button apparently did not work, and the brakes also failed. The car started to accelerate instead of stopping. Now, the US automaker said that it would assist the probe to know what exactly happened. The company, which Elon Musk owns, told Reuters: "Police are currently seeking a third party appraisal agency to identify the truth behind this accident and we will actively provide any necessary assistance." The electric vehicle maker also urged people to not believe in "rumours". ALSO READ | Zoom video calls on Tesla cars soon to be a reality? Crazy @Tesla video from a week ago. Just saw it on Reddit. Driver was trying to park the car and then things went awry. Parking button didn’t work. Breaks didn’t work. It just kept on accelerating. Two people including a high school girl dead. pic.twitter.com/GTwVs7QOg6 — Ravi Handa (@ravihanda) November 13, 2022 × ALSO READ | 'Working morning till night, seven days a week', Musk tells B20 meet as he continues to fire staff The main cause of the incident has not been identified yet, Jimu News quoted the local traffic police as saying. A family member of the driver said the 55-year-old had issues with the brake pedal when he was about to pull over in front of his family store. The viral footage also showed that when the car was speeding, the car's brake lights were not on. Reports further mentioned that the data from the car showed issues such as there being no action to step on the brakes throughout the journey. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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