Last week, Meta decided it would replace its professional fact-checking program with X-style “Community Notes” and it looks like a version of the feature is already being tested on Threads. Alessandro Paluzzi, a developer who frequently posts leaked details on Meta’s apps, shared three screenshots that show an early look of what the Community Notes… Continue reading Threads is starting to test community notes
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Nintendo’s goofy alarm clock will be available to everyone in March
Alarmo, the most important hardware announcement Nintendo’s made in the last year, will soon be available to a lot more people. Nintendo says the motion-tracking alarm clock will be able to be purchased “in stores at participating retailers” in March, without the need for a Nintendo Switch Online subscription or a visit to a physical… Continue reading Nintendo’s goofy alarm clock will be available to everyone in March
Meta admits it deleted links to decentralized Instagram competitor Pixelfed
Meta appeared to be blocking links to Pixelfed, a decentralized photo-sharing platform, on Facebook, according to both users on Bluesky and 404 Media. A small group of posts that linked to “pixelfed.social” was deleted, with Facebook’s “Community Standards on spam” used as a justification. When asked to comment, a Meta spokesperson said removing the posts… Continue reading Meta admits it deleted links to decentralized Instagram competitor Pixelfed
Samsung introduces new sleep-tracking metrics that take advantage of SmartThings enabled devices
Samsung just announced new sleep-tracking tools available via the company’s Health app. This includes a new analysis tool that leverages other SmartThings enabled devices. Each morning, users receive a “sleep environment report” that takes factors like temperature, humidity, air quality and light intensity into account. The app will also let folks automatically adjust room settings… Continue reading Samsung introduces new sleep-tracking metrics that take advantage of SmartThings enabled devices
Indonesian AI startup Bythen secures $5m funding led by Vector Inc, Skystar CapitalThe round also saw support from prominent investors such as East Ve…
Bythen, an Indonesian AI startup for virtual creators, has announced a $5-million seed financing round led by Japan’s Vector Inc. and Indonesia’s VC Skystar Capital, according to an announcement on Tuesday. The round also saw support from prominent investors such as East Ventures, BEENEXT, OSK, and AppWorks, as well as angel investors including William Tanuwijaya,… Continue reading Indonesian AI startup Bythen secures $5m funding led by Vector Inc, Skystar CapitalThe round also saw support from prominent investors such as East Ve…
TPG said to have closed investment in Asian flower business Hasfarm HoldingsThe investment has facilitated Lombard Asia’s exit.
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PAG acquires majority stake in Indian packaging firm Pravesha IndustriesPAG has also signed definitive documents to invest in Manjushree Technopack.
Asia-focused private equity firm PAG said on Monday that it has acquired a majority stake in Indian pharmaceutical packaging company Pravesha Industries, according to a statement. Financial details were not disclosed in the statement. A source with knowledge of the matter said the deal gave Pravesha an enterprise value of $200 million. PAG and Pravesha declined to comment.… Continue reading PAG acquires majority stake in Indian packaging firm Pravesha IndustriesPAG has also signed definitive documents to invest in Manjushree Technopack.
Google Messages brings back customizable contacts
/ The Android texting app will once again allow you to set a custom name and photo for each of your contacts instead of sticking to what’s in their Google profile. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years… Continue reading Google Messages brings back customizable contacts
BYD beat Toyota in EV sales on its home turf in 2024
The world’s largest EV maker is making a big statement overseas. In a historic win, BYD officially outsold Toyota in EV sales on its own home turf for the first time last year. BYD EV sales in Japan topped Toyota in 2024 After squeezing legacy automakers out of China with its low-cost electric cars, BYD is… Continue reading BYD beat Toyota in EV sales on its home turf in 2024
Here’s a look Nissan’s next-gen LEAF spotted testing in the US [Image]
The iconic electric car is due for a revival. Nissan’s next-gen LEAF was officially spotted testing in the US, giving us our best look at the upcoming EV so far. Nissan’s next-gen LEAF spotted in the US testing After launching the LEAF in 2010 as the first mass-market EV, Nissan’s electric hatch won over many… Continue reading Here’s a look Nissan’s next-gen LEAF spotted testing in the US [Image]