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Express Cleaner is a mobile storage optimization app designed to free up space by removing temporary files, managing large data, and tracking app usage. It also includes a specialized WhatsApp cleanup feature and customizable themes.
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Express Cleaner is a mobile storage optimization app designed to free up space by removing temporary files, managing large data, and tracking app usage. It also includes a specialized WhatsApp cleanup feature and customizable themes.
We are giving away 10 promo codes for Express Cleaner! The giveaway starts now, at 10:45 AM (UTC+05:30), and ends 12 hours from now (12/08/24, 10:45 PM, UTC+05:30).
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CrowdStrike accepts award for ‘most epic fail’ after global IT outage
CrowdStrike president Michael Sentonas accepted the "Most Epic Fail" award at the 2024 Pwnie Awards during Def Con, acknowledging the recent global IT issues from a software update.
The audience appreciated Sentonas for acknowledging the company's mistakes. The award was a last-minute decision by the organizers.
Sentonas said he’d display the trophy at CrowdStrike HQ to remind everyone that "our goal is to protect people, and we got this wrong."
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CrowdStrike president Michael Sentonas accepted the "Most Epic Fail" award at the 2024 Pwnie Awards during Def Con, acknowledging the recent global IT issues from a software update.
The audience appreciated Sentonas for acknowledging the company's mistakes. The award was a last-minute decision by the organizers.
Sentonas said he’d display the trophy at CrowdStrike HQ to remind everyone that "our goal is to protect people, and we got this wrong."
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Apple adds nearly endless 20 percent fee for developers in latest EU update
Apple is updating its App Store rules in the EU in response to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) but is adding new fees that may discourage developers from using them. Starting this fall, developers can include external purchase links in their apps, but Apple will charge a "store services fee" of up to 25% on sales made within a year of app installation, even if the purchase is made outside the app.
These changes are seen as a way for Apple to maintain control and revenue, despite EU regulations aimed at promoting competition.
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Apple is updating its App Store rules in the EU in response to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) but is adding new fees that may discourage developers from using them. Starting this fall, developers can include external purchase links in their apps, but Apple will charge a "store services fee" of up to 25% on sales made within a year of app installation, even if the purchase is made outside the app.
EU alternative business terms: Core Technology Fee applies on installs.
• Initial Acquisition Fee: 5%
• Store Services Fee: 10% (5% for Small Business Program or qualifying renewals).
Standard business terms: No Core Tech Fee.
• Initial Acquisition Fee: 5%
• Store Services Fee: 20% (7% for Small Business Program or qualifying renewals).
These changes are seen as a way for Apple to maintain control and revenue, despite EU regulations aimed at promoting competition.
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LiteGapps Included an Ad Link for Over 6 Months
LiteGapps included a noscript related to ads, which has been found to contain a phishing link capable of sending instant OTPs, according to @thesaltyspitoon_dump, which is probably not true.
This noscript is designed to check if Chrome browser (stable/canary/beta/dev) is installed on an Android device and then open the ad link using the browser.
However, the developer announced that the ad code was removed two days ago because it was "ineffective" and that the embedded link in the installer is from Adsterra as the ad service provider, not phishing.
To stay safe, either update to the latest version or consider switching to an alternative GApps package.
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LiteGapps included a noscript related to ads, which has been found to contain a phishing link capable of sending instant OTPs, according to @thesaltyspitoon_dump, which is probably not true.
This noscript is designed to check if Chrome browser (stable/canary/beta/dev) is installed on an Android device and then open the ad link using the browser.
However, the developer announced that the ad code was removed two days ago because it was "ineffective" and that the embedded link in the installer is from Adsterra as the ad service provider, not phishing.
To stay safe, either update to the latest version or consider switching to an alternative GApps package.
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X begins training Grok AI with your posts, here's how to disable it X has quietly begun training its Grok AI chat platform using members' public posts without first alerting anyone that it is doing it by default. This setting was noticed on July 25, 2024…
X faces GDPR complaints for unauthorized use of data for AI training
European privacy advocate NOYB has filed nine GDPR complaints against X for allegedly using the personal data of over 60 million European users without consent to train its AI model, Grok.
The unauthorized Grok training occurred between May 7 and August 1, 2024. NOYB questions why X didn't inform users about this data usage, what happened to EU data already ingested, and how the company plans to separate EU from non-EU data.
Despite an agreement between X and Ireland's Data Protection Commissioner to suspend data processing until September, NOYB finds the response insufficient and is pushing for a full investigation.
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European privacy advocate NOYB has filed nine GDPR complaints against X for allegedly using the personal data of over 60 million European users without consent to train its AI model, Grok.
The unauthorized Grok training occurred between May 7 and August 1, 2024. NOYB questions why X didn't inform users about this data usage, what happened to EU data already ingested, and how the company plans to separate EU from non-EU data.
Despite an agreement between X and Ireland's Data Protection Commissioner to suspend data processing until September, NOYB finds the response insufficient and is pushing for a full investigation.
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Apple Intelligence: Potential Price Tiers, Features, and Subnoscription Models
Analysts have claimed that Apple may charge for some of the more advanced Apple Intelligence features at some stage, with fees of $10-20 per month.
One possibility, they say, is that the company would require an Apple One subnoscription for access to the full set of AI features. For Apple Intelligence, a potential structure could look like this:
Apple Intelligence may introduce advanced features, but it could take up to three years to develop. In short, you won’t need to worry about paying for Siri anytime soon.
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Analysts have claimed that Apple may charge for some of the more advanced Apple Intelligence features at some stage, with fees of $10-20 per month.
One possibility, they say, is that the company would require an Apple One subnoscription for access to the full set of AI features. For Apple Intelligence, a potential structure could look like this:
• Individual Tier ($10): For individual users looking for basic and standard results with less features.
• Premium Tier ($20): For more features with an accurate data gathering, custom reports, and advanced features.
Apple Intelligence may introduce advanced features, but it could take up to three years to develop. In short, you won’t need to worry about paying for Siri anytime soon.
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Google's launch event is today at 10:30 PM IST
In the Made by Google event, scheduled for August 13 at 1:00 p.m. EST / 10:30 p.m IST, Google will announce its new hardware products, its new hardware products, including the:
• Pixel 9 series (Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Fold)
• Pixel Watch 3, and
• Updated Pixel Buds
The event will be livestreamed on YouTube via the Made by Google and Android channels. Expect announcements focused on AI integrations, new device features, and improvements across the Pixel lineup.
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In the Made by Google event, scheduled for August 13 at 1:00 p.m. EST / 10:30 p.m IST, Google will announce its new hardware products, its new hardware products, including the:
• Pixel 9 series (Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Fold)
• Pixel Watch 3, and
• Updated Pixel Buds
The event will be livestreamed on YouTube via the Made by Google and Android channels. Expect announcements focused on AI integrations, new device features, and improvements across the Pixel lineup.
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YouTube Music introduces Personal Radio
YouTube Music has introduced a new "Personal Radio" feature that curates a playlist based on your listening history. This playlist can be shared with others or added to your library. This feature is rolling out gradually.
Personal Radio is private by default, but users can choose to make it public with an option in the settings, under "Privacy and location > Channel settings", named 'Enable public personal radio'.
The share link looks as follows:
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YouTube Music has introduced a new "Personal Radio" feature that curates a playlist based on your listening history. This playlist can be shared with others or added to your library. This feature is rolling out gradually.
Personal Radio is private by default, but users can choose to make it public with an option in the settings, under "Privacy and location > Channel settings", named 'Enable public personal radio'.
The share link looks as follows:
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=<radio playlist unique id>&playnext=1&si=<radio owner id>
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Disney Seeking Dismissal of Raglan Road Death Lawsuit Because Victim Was Disney+ Subscriber
Disney is seeking the dismissal of a wrongful death lawsuit involving a woman who died from anaphylaxis after a meal at Disney Springs. The company cites an arbitration waiver in Disney+ terms and conditions, which "requires users to arbitrate all disputes with the company."
Disney claims the woman agreed to this waiver when she signed up for a one-month free trial of Disney+ on her PlayStation console in 2019. Attorneys for the woman’s family called Disney’s argument “preposterous,” saying it’s absurd to think all Disney+ subscribers waived claims due to 'buried' language in terms and conditions.
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Disney is seeking the dismissal of a wrongful death lawsuit involving a woman who died from anaphylaxis after a meal at Disney Springs. The company cites an arbitration waiver in Disney+ terms and conditions, which "requires users to arbitrate all disputes with the company."
Disney claims the woman agreed to this waiver when she signed up for a one-month free trial of Disney+ on her PlayStation console in 2019. Attorneys for the woman’s family called Disney’s argument “preposterous,” saying it’s absurd to think all Disney+ subscribers waived claims due to 'buried' language in terms and conditions.
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TRAI Cracks Down on Spam Calls, CBI Investigates Call Center Scams
India's Telecom Regulatory Authority (TRAI) has directed service providers to halt promotional calls from unregistered callers and blacklist them for up to two years. This move aims to combat the surge in spam and phishing calls that have led to significant financial losses. Telecom companies must now submit bi-monthly reports on actions taken against scam callers.
Meanwhile, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered FIRs against ten Indian call centers following complaints from Amazon and Microsoft. These centers allegedly scammed foreign customers by offering fake technical support and unauthorized account charges for services like Amazon Fire Stick activation.
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India's Telecom Regulatory Authority (TRAI) has directed service providers to halt promotional calls from unregistered callers and blacklist them for up to two years. This move aims to combat the surge in spam and phishing calls that have led to significant financial losses. Telecom companies must now submit bi-monthly reports on actions taken against scam callers.
Meanwhile, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered FIRs against ten Indian call centers following complaints from Amazon and Microsoft. These centers allegedly scammed foreign customers by offering fake technical support and unauthorized account charges for services like Amazon Fire Stick activation.
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Gaana acquired by Radio Mirchi’s parent ENIL for Rs 25 lakh
Once valued at $580 million, Gaana, an on-demand music streaming platform, has been acquired by Entertainment Network India Limited for Rs 25 lakh, following failed merger talks with Airtel's Wynk. Gaana raised over $200 million in funding.
The platform faced financial struggles, requiring multiple debt injections from Times Internet. After acquiring Gaana, ENIL placed the platform behind a paywall and doubled the subnoscription fee to Rs 599, leading to a revenue of Rs 9.5 crore in the last quarter of FY24.
However, ENIL's revenue dropped 25.79%, with a Q1 FY25 loss of Rs 5.45 crore.
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Once valued at $580 million, Gaana, an on-demand music streaming platform, has been acquired by Entertainment Network India Limited for Rs 25 lakh, following failed merger talks with Airtel's Wynk. Gaana raised over $200 million in funding.
The platform faced financial struggles, requiring multiple debt injections from Times Internet. After acquiring Gaana, ENIL placed the platform behind a paywall and doubled the subnoscription fee to Rs 599, leading to a revenue of Rs 9.5 crore in the last quarter of FY24.
However, ENIL's revenue dropped 25.79%, with a Q1 FY25 loss of Rs 5.45 crore.
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You'll have to start paying for unlicensed OneDrive accounts next year
Starting January 27, 2025, Microsoft will automatically archive unlicensed OneDrive for work or school accounts after 90 days, charging $0.05 per GB monthly storage fee. Archived data will be inaccessible until the organization pays a $0.60 per GB fee to reactivate it. If fees aren't paid, the account will be deleted within 93 days.
Microsoft is implementing this change to improve security and compliance by encouraging better account management. Organizations will need to either re-license, delete, or pay to archive unlicensed accounts, except for education, GCC, and DoD customers who are exempt from this policy.
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Starting January 27, 2025, Microsoft will automatically archive unlicensed OneDrive for work or school accounts after 90 days, charging $0.05 per GB monthly storage fee. Archived data will be inaccessible until the organization pays a $0.60 per GB fee to reactivate it. If fees aren't paid, the account will be deleted within 93 days.
Microsoft is implementing this change to improve security and compliance by encouraging better account management. Organizations will need to either re-license, delete, or pay to archive unlicensed accounts, except for education, GCC, and DoD customers who are exempt from this policy.
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Apple is finally going to open up iPhone tap-to-pay
Apple is opening up iPhone's NFC capabilities to developers in an upcoming iOS 18.1 Developer Beta, allowing in-app contactless transactions. Users can now set a default contactless payment app accessible with a double-click of the side button, instead of only Apple Pay.
Developers can now create apps for various uses, including in-store payments, digital keys, and event tickets. Initially available in countries like the US, UK, and Japan, developers must enter into a commercial agreement with Apple and pay associated fees.
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Apple is opening up iPhone's NFC capabilities to developers in an upcoming iOS 18.1 Developer Beta, allowing in-app contactless transactions. Users can now set a default contactless payment app accessible with a double-click of the side button, instead of only Apple Pay.
Developers can now create apps for various uses, including in-store payments, digital keys, and event tickets. Initially available in countries like the US, UK, and Japan, developers must enter into a commercial agreement with Apple and pay associated fees.
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Telegram has turned 11! 🎂
Today is Telegram's 11th anniversary, and a new update has been released, introducing features to enhance user experience and support content creators:
Star Reactions:
• Users can support channels by sending Telegram Stars, which can be converted into cryptocurrency or used for ads
• Posts with Star Reactions show a leaderboard of top senders, but users can opt out for privacy.
• We've enabled it for our channel as well, you might want to try it out 😂👍
Star Subnoscriptions:
• Creators can offer exclusive channel access for a monthly payment in Telegram Stars.
• Here's our useless "Exclusive Channel" for just 2 stars per month: Join now!
Paid Media for Bots:
Bots can now post paid media, allowing channel owners to monetize their content.
Super Channels:
Admins can now post as their profiles or other channels, making channels more interactive.
Document Viewer on iOS:
Documents open in separate tabs in Telegram's browser for easy navigation.
🌐 Telegram Blog
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Today is Telegram's 11th anniversary, and a new update has been released, introducing features to enhance user experience and support content creators:
Star Reactions:
• Users can support channels by sending Telegram Stars, which can be converted into cryptocurrency or used for ads
• Posts with Star Reactions show a leaderboard of top senders, but users can opt out for privacy.
• We've enabled it for our channel as well, you might want to try it out 😂👍
Star Subnoscriptions:
• Creators can offer exclusive channel access for a monthly payment in Telegram Stars.
• Here's our useless "Exclusive Channel" for just 2 stars per month: Join now!
Paid Media for Bots:
Bots can now post paid media, allowing channel owners to monetize their content.
Super Channels:
Admins can now post as their profiles or other channels, making channels more interactive.
Document Viewer on iOS:
Documents open in separate tabs in Telegram's browser for easy navigation.
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Proton VPN Opens Browser Extensions to Free Users
Proton has announced that free users can now access its VPN browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox, previously limited to paying customers. The browser extension provides VPN protection solely for the browser, without needing the Proton VPN app, and may still work in regions where VPN apps are blocked.
The free version doesn't allow server selection and lacks advanced features, but it doesn't limit bandwidth or show ads. This update enhances Proton VPN's free offerings, giving users more flexibility in protecting their online privacy.
🌐 Install Extension: Chrome | Firefox
🔗 ghacks | Proton Blog
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Proton has announced that free users can now access its VPN browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox, previously limited to paying customers. The browser extension provides VPN protection solely for the browser, without needing the Proton VPN app, and may still work in regions where VPN apps are blocked.
The free version doesn't allow server selection and lacks advanced features, but it doesn't limit bandwidth or show ads. This update enhances Proton VPN's free offerings, giving users more flexibility in protecting their online privacy.
🌐 Install Extension: Chrome | Firefox
🔗 ghacks | Proton Blog
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X's new AI image generator will make anything
xAI’s Grok chatbot now lets X Premium subscribers create images from text prompts, leading to content like Barack Obama doing cocaine, Donald Trump with a pregnant woman resembling Kamala, etc. However, Grok refused to generate a single request: an image of a naked woman.
Grok will tell you it has guardrails if you ask, which probably aren't real rules, as responses vary when asked multiple times, with different policies each time.
Unlike OpenAI, which restricts prompts for real people and harmful content, Grok’s approach aligns with Musk’s disregard for standard AI safety norms amid ongoing investigation from the European Commission.
🔗 The Verge
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xAI’s Grok chatbot now lets X Premium subscribers create images from text prompts, leading to content like Barack Obama doing cocaine, Donald Trump with a pregnant woman resembling Kamala, etc. However, Grok refused to generate a single request: an image of a naked woman.
Grok will tell you it has guardrails if you ask, which probably aren't real rules, as responses vary when asked multiple times, with different policies each time.
Unlike OpenAI, which restricts prompts for real people and harmful content, Grok’s approach aligns with Musk’s disregard for standard AI safety norms amid ongoing investigation from the European Commission.
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