Meta has just released Llama 4, its newest set of artificial intelligence models, designed to process and generate text, images, audio, and video. The first two publicly available versions—Llama 4 Scout and Llama 4 Maverick—are now open for download, while a more advanced model, Llama 4 Behemoth, remains in development.
Netflix has long been at the forefront of digital entertainment, leading the shift from DVD rentals to streaming dominance. But its latest move—integrating user-generated content (UGC) into its platform—is perhaps one of its most ingenious strategies so far.
When top aides to US President Donald Trump recently discussed military strikes against Yemen’s Houthi militants, they turned to Signal—a messaging app prized for its secrecy. Launched in 2014, Signal is a free, open-source app that promises ironclad privacy. It uses 'end-to-end encryption', meaning only the sender and recipient can read messages—not even Signal itself.
Imagine confiding in a chatbot about your bad day, only to end up feeling more alone. New research from OpenAI and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) suggests that while most people use ChatGPT for practical tasks, a small group of heavy users might be trading quick comfort for creeping loneliness—or even emotional dependency.
Adobe has introduced a new suite of AI-powered tools designed to help businesses improve online marketing and deliver personalised customer experiences. The announcement, made during the company’s annual developer conference, focuses on the 'Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) Agent Orchestrator', a system that allows businesses to build, manage, and coordinate AI agents from Adobe and third-party providers.
In a recent email to staffers that was seen by Reuters, the department warned against downloading or accessing any DeepSeek-related applications, websites, or desktop apps, stating the move is necessary to “keep Department of Commerce information systems safe.”
Google has recently unveiled Gemma 3, a new family of lightweight, open AI models designed to run efficiently on devices like phones, laptops, and workstations. According to an official blog post, Gemma 3 is built on the same technology as Google’s Gemini 2.0 models and is available in four sizes (1B, 4B, 12B, and 27B) to suit different hardware and performance needs.
OpenAI has introduced a new developer tool called the Responses API, designed to simplify and enhance the creation of advanced AI agents. The tool, which replaces the Assistants API, aims to address key challenges developers face when building AI systems, such as managing multi-turn interactions, integrating hosted tools, and handling multiple data types like text, images, and audio.
Google has rolled out a new update to its Workspace platform, introducing new Gemini AI capabilities for Google Sheets. The upgrade allows business users to generate advanced insights and visualisations from their data, such as identifying correlations, spotting outliers, and creating heatmaps, according to Google's official blog.
Facebook Messenger’s logo has recently reverted to a solid blue design, replacing the purple and pink gradient that had been in place since 2020.
Microsoft has announced that it will retire Skype in May 2025 as the company is encouraging users to transition to Microsoft Teams, which will now serve as its primary communication and collaboration tool.
While fasting from dusk till dawn brings us health benefits like improved mental health and immunity boost, we still need to ensure that our regular diet is properly maintained despite the changed meal times. Here are some dedicated apps you can try out to maintain your diet and fasting routine during Ramadan.
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has introduced discounted off-peak pricing for its AI models, offering developers up to 75% lower costs during specific hours.
If you're looking for Bangla eBook reader apps to add to your reading experience, here are some free ones you can try out. All these apps are available on both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.
South Korea has suspended new downloads of the Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek, citing concerns over personal data protection. The country’s Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) announced the decision on Monday, stating that the app will remain unavailable until it complies with local privacy laws.
Tencent recently announced that it has begun testing the integration of DeepSeek’s artificial intelligence model into its Weixin messaging app also known as WeChat as Chinese technology firms compete to develop and implement advanced AI solutions.
Google Maps is now showing 'Gulf of America' instead of 'Gulf of Mexico' for users in the United States. This change follows an update by the US Geographic Names Information System, which now lists the waterway as 'The Gulf of America, formerly known as the Gulf of Mexico'.
OpenAI has released a new AI model called o3-mini, now available for use in ChatGPT with a new 'Reason' button. According to OpenAI, this model, first previewed in December 2024, is designed to be fast, cost-efficient, and highly skilled in STEM tasks like science, maths, and coding.
