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Trolls impersonating public figures are already abusing Twitter’s newly implemented verification system. People pretending to be LeBron James, George W. Bush, and O.J. Simpson are already out there. In the wake of Twitter’s launch of $8 verification on Wednesday, Elon Musk is the subject of jokes after users impersonated celebrities and parodied public figures almost immediately. An account claiming to represent former US president George W. Bush made a tasteless joke about the 43rd president’s role in the Iraq War, tweeting: “I miss killing Iraqis”. An account pretending to be Tony Blair, the former UK prime minister who was part…

Apple’s Advanced Manufacturing Fund invested $450 million in Emergency SOS via satellite for iPhone 14. Beginning later this month, the new service will enable iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro users to communicate with emergency services when outside cellular and Wi-Fi coverage. Globalstar, headquartered in Covington, Louisiana, with facilities across the US, received most of the funding. Globalstar’s satellite network and ground stations will be enhanced by Apple’s investment, ensuring iPhone 14 users can access emergency services off the grid. More than 300 Globalstar employees support the new service. Among the groundbreaking safety features of the iPhone 14 lineup is…

The brand that invented noise cancelling headphones is transforming the industry again. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are the next generation of truly wireless noise cancelling earbuds. With Bose CustomTune sound calibration technology, QC Earbuds II intelligently personalize audio and noise cancellation performance to the unique shape of every ear. This results in an unprecedented listening experience, and the world’s finest noise cancellation from any headphone. The brand-new QuietComfort Earbuds II look great. Each bud is about one-third smaller than its predecessor, weighs less than a quarter ounce, and comes with a pocketable charging case. With an eartip Fit Kit…

In Mumbai and New Delhi on Friday, the Counter-Terrorism Committee of the United Nations Security Council will hold a special meeting to assess the growing threat emerging technologies pose. First meeting outside UN Headquarters in New York since 2015, the Committee will meet in India for two days. Three areas will be discussed: the Internet and social media, financing for global terror networks, and unmanned aerial systems. Emerging technologies are developing rapidly and are being used more and more frequently by countries around the globe, including for domestic security and counterterrorism. However, terrorist groups are also increasingly using high-tech hardware…

In order to enhance the user experience, Apple introduced a new iPad iPad that features an all-screen design with a large 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display. The all-new iPad is powered by the A14 Bionic chip, which delivers significantly faster performance with exceptional power efficiency for demanding tasks while still providing all-day battery life. For even better video calling, an Ultra Wide 12MP front camera is located along the iPad’s landscape edge and an updated 12MP back camera captures sharp, vivid photos and 4K videos. With a USB-C port, users can connect to a variety of accessories, Wi-Fi 6 speeds up…

The South Korean flat-screen maker LG Display Co Ltd reported its second straight quarterly loss and reduced its investment budget as soaring inflation and a gloomy economic outlook weighed on sales. Reuters reports that the Apple Inc supplier posted an operating loss of 759 billion won ($532.31 million) for the September quarter. According to Refinitiv SmartEstimate, 12 analysts had forecast a 474 billion won loss for the company. In a regulatory filing, LG Display said revenue fell 6% to 6.8 trillion won. OLED production lines will be operated flexibly to meet demand by cutting its investment budget by over 1…

Starting Friday, September 23, the most rugged and capable Apple Watch and the most advanced AirPods ever arrived at Apple Store locations and Apple Authorized Resellers around the world. Additionally, customers who ordered Apple Watch Ultra and AirPods Pro (2nd generation) online will begin receiving deliveries Friday. In-store and online, visitors will be able to experience the full line of the latest products with help from Apple Specialists ready to offer personalized support and advice. Inspired by the most extreme activities, Apple Watch Ultra brings a striking bold design and a wide range of features built for endurance, exploration, and…

The Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, and Chairman of Dubai Future Foundation, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, launched the Dubai Robotics and Automation (R&A) Programme to accelerate the development, testing, and adoption of robotics and automation in key sectors of the economy. The launch was held during Sheikh Hamdan’s visit to Dubai Future Labs, an applied research and development facility that specializes in robotics and artificial intelligence. With this new initiative, Dubai will strengthen its reputation as one of the most technologically advanced cities in the world and raise its regional and…

South Korean software engineer Jung Ki-young said Microsoft Corp’s decision to discontinue Internet Explorer marked the end of a quarter-century love-hate relationship with the technology. In memory of Explorer’s demise, he spent a month and 430,000 won ($330) designing and ordering a headstone with the “e” logo and its English epitaph: “He was a reliable tool for downloading other browsers.” As soon as his brother’s cafe in Gyeongju put the memorial on display, a photo of the tombstone became viral. After 27 years, Microsoft has decided to phase out support for the once omnipresent Internet Explorer in favor of the…

For the second time in a row, Artemis will not be able to fly this week due to a medical condition. Having unsuccessfully attempted to stop a leak of liquid hydrogen fuel from the rocket, NASA was forced to scrap a second launch of the rocket scheduled for late Saturday morning due to the leak. In an official announcement, Launch Director Charlie Blackwell-Thompson announced that the rocket had been scrubbed at 11:19 a.m. ET (7.19 p.m. UAE time). During Monday morning’s launch attempt, NASA aborted the rocket’s first attempt after a sensor indicated one of the rocket’s four engines wasn’t…