Qualcomm tops estimates for earnings and revenue on strong smartphone demand

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

Qualcomm reported first-quarter earnings on Wednesday that beat consensus expectations on both the top and bottom line.

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CISA Adds Four Vulnerabilities to Catalog for Federal Enterprise

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

CISA adds four new vulnerabilities to its catalog, urging agencies to remediate risks. Learn about the latest exploits and how they impact enterprise security.

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Most UK Software Buyers Regret Their Purchases Because of Hidden Costs, Research Finds

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

Hidden fees, onboarding issues, and poor planning lead to software regret for UK buyers. Discover how to make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes.

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The biggest breach of US government data is under way

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

Elon Musk’s DOGE has taken control and accessed large swathes of Americans’ private information held by the U.S. federal government.
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Amazon reportedly gears up to release next-gen Alexa

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

Amazon may be gearing up to release a next-gen, AI-powered Alexa experience, according to Reuters. Per the outlet’s report, Amazon plans to preview an upgraded version of Alexa, the company’s smart home assistant that runs on a number of first- and third-party devices, at an event on February 26. The revamped Alexa is said to […]
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Why IQ is a poor test for AI

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

During a recent press appearance, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that he’s observed the “IQ” of AI rapidly improve over the past several years. “Very roughly, it feels to me like — this is not scientifically accurate, this is just a vibe or spiritual answer — every year we move one standard deviation of IQ,” […]
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Ransomware payments dropped in 2024 as victims refused to pay hackers

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

Ransomware payments fell by more than one-third in 2024 as an increasing number of victims refused to negotiate with hackers. In a report published Wednesday, crypto forensics firm Chainalysis said that while ransomware gang leak sites posted more victims than in previous years during 2024, fewer victims gave in to the hackers’ demands. Chainalysis reported […]
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Stripe makes $1.1 billion crypto bet as it closes on Bridge acquisition

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

Stripe has closed on its $1.1 billion purchase of stablecoin platform Bridge – marking the payment giant’s largest acquisition to date and tangible push into crypto. Co-founded in 2022 by Coinbase and Square alumni Zach Abrams and Sean Yu, San Antonio, Texas-based Bridge built an API that helps companies accept stablecoins. The pair raised $58 […]
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LinkedIn Is Testing an AI Tool That Could Transform How People Search for Jobs

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

The company says artificial intelligence could help surface jobs that remain hidden from typical search queries.

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Pro-Trump Media Sees Nothing but the President ‘Winning’

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Techme101

Among an array of right-wing personalities and media outlets, the president can do no wrong.

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