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WhatsApp is reportedly preparing to introduce a long-anticipated update that will allow users to create usernames, moving away from its long-standing reliance on phone numbers. Since its launch in 2009, the Meta-owned messaging platform has only enabled registration and contact discovery through mobile numbers, a system that has increasingly looked dated compared with competitors such as Telegram, which has offered usernames for years.WhatsApp preparing to roll out usernamesThe upcoming feature has been spotted in recent test builds of the app, where references to usernames and their rules were uncovered. According to WABetaInfo, usernames must contain at least one letter and…
AAA gaming has developed to the point where gameplay isn’t the deciding factor anymore. Now, cutting-edge video games need the best graphics around to wow the masses. That being said, it’s always optimal for games to nail both graphics and gameplay to make for the perfect combination. Developers who ensure that both these pillars in their games are rock-solid usually attain widespread fan adoration as a result. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt The Beauty Of This Game Was Further Enhanced With A Next-Gen Patch That Balanced The Gameplay, Too The Witcher 3 is one of the greatest video games ever…
Cybercriminals linked to a wave of ransomware incidents targeting British retailers have claimed responsibility for stealing almost one billion records from US cloud technology giant Salesforce. The group, calling itself Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters, told Reuters on Friday that it had obtained vast troves of personal information by exploiting companies that rely on Salesforce software.Who are the hackers?The group, an apparent offshoot of the wider LAPSUS$ cybercrime network, said it was behind recent breaches at Marks & Spencer, the Co-op and Jaguar Land Rover earlier this year. Security experts say it is tracked under the designation UNC6040 by Google’s Threat Intelligence…
Cadillac’s EV sales exploded in Q3. Nearly 40%—or two in five—new cars it sold were electric. The brand’s total EV sales are up 88% year-to-date. Cadillac’s electric vehicle lineup just had an amazing quarter. Fueled by tax-credit FOMO, GM’s luxury arm managed to send off two out of five new car buyers in one of its electric models, making it the brand’s best-ever quarter for EVs on record. For the past three months, buyers marched into dealerships in droves to take advantage of the now-expired $7,500 federal incentive. The top brass at General Motors had its lineup at the ready…
OpenAI has announced an update to its GPT-5 Instant model, aimed at offering more effective assistance to people during sensitive or distressing conversations.OpenAI enhances GPT-5 Instant for sensitive conversationsIn a post on X on Saturday, the company said that sections of dialogue considered delicate will now be directed to GPT-5 Instant. This change is designed to ensure quicker, more thoughtful responses for users who may require additional support.The company also confirmed that ChatGPT will continue to make clear which model is active whenever a user asks. The rollout of these improvements has already begun for ChatGPT users.“We’re updating GPT-5 Instant…
There are 10 Wolf Dens in Ghost of Yotei, and each of them requires Atsu to aid her Wolf companion in fighting and killing Saiko’s Outlaws, who have been tasked by Lord Saiko to purge Ezo of wolves. Atsu can find her Wolf at the Wolf Dens scattered around Ezo, and together, they can bring vengeance to their home. Each Wolf Den will further solidify the bond between woman and beast, and grant players a unique skill point to invest in the Wolf’s abilities, thus making her more useful in combat. Players can find the locations of each Wolf Den…
Activision has detailed new anti-cheat measures for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 as the title moves through its beta phase. In a blog post this week the publisher said it had developed what it describes as the most advanced and robust anti-cheat protections it has deployed to date. Central to the plan are upgrades to Ricochet, Activision’s in-house anti-cheat system, intended to improve detection of unauthorised tools and bolster competitive integrity.PC beta requirementsPC players in the beta must enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot to take part. These platform-level requirements mirror measures introduced during the Battlefield 6 beta and…
It can be challenging to grasp just how rapidly our electric vehicle market has evolved. Back near the end of 2021, COVID-related panic was subsiding and the vibe around new EV startups was still very much optimistic. Almost every other week, a new brand was vying to be the next Tesla, as if that company’s sky-high stock price could be anyone’s for the taking. VinFast, like other small car brands with larger-than-life plans, wanted a piece of that pie and quickly pivoted its plan from gas-powered BMW-based sedans and SUVs to self-developed EVs meant to take the world by storm.…
Meta will soon start showing ads and other content to users based on their interactions with the company’s generative AI tools. The move is aimed at personalizing content and advertising across Meta’s apps like Facebook and Instagram starting December 16.The tech giant says it will notify users by October 7, but they won’t have an option to opt out. The silver lining, however, is that the update only applies to users who use its Meta AI.Meta AI is currently only prominently highlighted across the company’s various apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger. Meanwhile, the AI chatbot is also available…
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is shaping up to be one of the biggest games in the series yet, bringing with it a roster of modes packed to the brim with content. While Multiplayer delivers fast-paced action and Campaign takes players into a four-player co-op experience, Black Ops 7 Zombies instead throws players into a terrifying journey set in the heart of the Dark Aether. Ashes of the Damned serves as the launch map for Black Ops 7 Zombies, and it is the largest round-based Zombies map to date. While players may be jumping in and learning the ropes,…