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Quickline Launches Apprenticeship Program to Boost Rural Broadband
- Rural broadband provider Quickline has launched its first telecoms apprenticeship program.
- The program aims to provide practical experience in installing full fiber broadband for rural areas.
- The apprentices come from diverse backgrounds and are part of Quickline's Project Gigabit contracts.
- Quickline is committed to investing in future talent and driving positive regional change.
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There’s now an Apple Pay alternative for iPhone users in Norway
- Vipps MobilePay becomes the first Apple Pay alternative on the iPhone using NFC technology for tap-to-pay transactions.
- Vipps' NFC payment solution, 'Tap with Vipps,' allows users to send money, make online purchases, and pay organizations and associations.
- Apple opened up access to its NFC technology due to EU pressure, avoiding a potential fine.
- Vipps, a Norwegian firm, currently works in Norway with more banks and MasterCard/Visa support planned in the future.
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EU digs further into Google and Meta's secret ad campaign targeting minors
- The European Commission is investigating a secret ad partnership between Google and Meta that targeted Instagram ads at minors on YouTube.
- The Commission is gathering information, including internal chats, presentations, and emails, related to the YouTube ads.
- Google employees used a workaround to allow ads directed at individuals under 18, violating Google's ban on advertising targeting minors.
- Both companies halted their plan to expand the ad program beyond Canada and the US following public reports.
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The Morning After: Google reveals its powerful Willow quantum chip
- Google has unveiled its latest quantum chip, called Willow, which aims to reduce errors in quantum computing.
- Unlike its previous generation quantum computer, Google does not claim quantum supremacy with Willow.
- The chip's performance is measured by random circuit sampling (RCS), which does not have real-world applications.
- Google's rivals, such as IBM and Honeywell, use quantum volume as a metric to showcase their advancements.
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How Faiz ul Hassan Turned a Dream Into a Million-Dollar IT Company
- Faiz ul Hassan is the owner of Wordsense IT, one of Pakistan's leading IT companies at just 27 years old.
- Wordsense IT creates affordable, high-quality software solutions for small and medium-sized businesses in Pakistan and beyond.
- With just a few thousand rupees in savings, Faiz ul Hassan started Wordsense IT from a small room in his home.
- Faiz ul Hassan sought feedback from early customers and made changes and adjustments to his software solutions based on feedback.
- As demand grew, Faiz ul Hassan expanded Wordsense IT’s service offerings, by developing customized solutions for various industries and diversifying into cloud computing, mobile app development, and IT consulting.
- By the time Faiz ul Hassan was 25, Wordsense IT was established as a leading provider of IT solutions for businesses of all sizes and he became a millionaire by the time he turned 27.
- Today, Wordsense IT is a leading player in the global IT solutions market, serving startups to large corporations.
- Under Faiz ul Hassan's leadership, the company has continued to innovate, expanding its reach to new markets while maintaining a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
- Faiz ul Hassan has achieved financial success and is determined to continue growing Wordsense IT and expand its impact on businesses worldwide.
- Faiz ul Hassan's journey is an inspiration to anyone who dreams of turning their ideas into reality, no matter the obstacles they face.
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Google's Willow quantum chip breakthrough is hidden behind a questionable benchmark
- Google debuted Willow, its latest quantum chip, with claims of outperforming classical computers.
- Willow does not claim quantum supremacy like its predecessor, Sycamore.
- The chip excels in random circuit sampling (RCS) benchmarks, but RCS has no practical applications.
- The significant breakthrough is Willow's ability to reduce errors as more qubits are added, bringing us closer to scalable logical qubits.
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The Raspberry Pi 500 is a $90 computer in a keyboard
- The Raspberry Pi 500 is a new computer-in-a-keyboard release by Raspberry Pi.
- It shares most internal components with the Raspberry Pi 5, but with a keyboard shell and improved heatsink.
- Equipped with a 2.4GHz quad-core CPU, 8GB RAM, and USB ports, it supports WiFi, Ethernet, and Bluetooth 5.0.
- The Pi 500 is available for purchase as a standalone unit or as a desktop kit with additional accessories.
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ASD’s Annual Cyber Threat Report 2023-2024: Key Takeaways for SMBs and NFPs
- The Australian Signals Directorate’s (ASD) Annual Cyber Threat Report for 2023-2024 provides critical insights that can help SMBs and NFPs understand the need to strengthen their cyber defenses.
- The average cost of a cybercrime incident for small businesses has risen by 8% to $49,600 per reported incident.
- Australians reported a cybercrime to authorities every six minutes during the survey period, highlighting the pervasive nature of cyber criminals.
- Fraud remains the most common cybercrime targeting Australians, with over 87,000 reports made to the ASD in 2023-2024.
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The next iPhone SE’s new modem reportedly won’t be as capable as Qualcomm’s
- Apple's next-generation iPhone SE is expected to feature the company's first in-house built 5G modem.
- The new modem, called 'Sinope', will not support mmWave technology and will offer four-carrier aggregation compared to Qualcomm's six.
- The focus of Apple's modem will be on Sub-6 5G, the more common standard already supported on the current iPhone SE.
- Future modems, such as 'Ganymede' and 'Prometheus', are expected to match and surpass Qualcomm's capabilities.
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Brazilian judge overturns ruling that forced Apple to open up its Store
- A Brazilian federal court has overturned an injunction that forced Apple to open up its App Store.
- The antitrust regulator CADE had ordered Apple to allow users to download apps and make purchases from outside the App Store.
- Apple appealed the ruling, stating that the changes would be difficult to implement within the given time frame.
- The court agreed and ruled that the injunction was disproportionate and unnecessary.
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InnoVista plans IT training program for youth
- InnoVista plans to launch a training program for youth aimed at equipping them with IT skills.
- The CEO of InnoVista, Hisham Sarwar, expressed this intent during a meeting with the Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja.
- The meeting also discussed matters related to digital safety, with a focus on the increasing online threats and the vulnerability of children and young people.
- The Minister of State for IT emphasized the need for joint efforts to combat online threats and improve cybersecurity and the overall digital ecosystem in the country.
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9 Easy To Use AI Tools For Coding
- GitHub Copilot is an AI tool that generates code suggestions tailored to specific projects.
- Tabnine uses machine learning algorithms to anticipate the next line of code, speeding up the coding process.
- What The Diff simplifies code review by providing clear summaries of code changes.
- Rewind assists in creating clear and concise documentation for code and processes.
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Microsoft starts testing Copilot Vision in Edge
- Microsoft is rolling out a preview for Copilot Vision, an experimental AI feature.
- Copilot Vision scans web browsing and engages in a chat about it.
- It is currently available only on Microsoft Edge and select websites for limited Copilot Pro subscribers in the US.
- Copilot Vision sessions are opt-in, ephemeral, and do not process content beyond text and images.
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IT Services Exports Soar by 14% in Latest Growth Surge
- In October, Pakistan's services exports increased by 13.43% compared to the same month last year, reaching $688.95 million.
- Growth has resumed since February, primarily driven by increased information technology exports.
- Exports in rupee terms increased by 12.34% to Rs 191.3 billion in October.
- Pakistan aims to export $15 billion worth of information technology in the next five years.
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How to use Microsoft Teams on Mobile
- The Microsoft Teams mobile app is a powerful extension that enables employees to stay connected, productive, and secure while on the move.
- To get started with Teams Mobile, download the app from App Store or Google Play and log in with your organisational account.
- Key features of Teams Mobile include secure chat, audio and video calls, meeting scheduling and management, secure file sharing, and advanced productivity features.
- Using Teams Mobile helps businesses maintain secure communication channels and reduce risks such as data breaches or accidental sharing of sensitive information.
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