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India’s mastery in space: ISRO’s successful launch of Cartosat-3 satellite
In an exceptional display of technological prowess, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has masterfully launched its most sophisticated earth observation satellite, Cartosat-3, marking another significant milestone in India's…
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin clinches $3.4 billion NASA deal for lunar mission
Blue Origin, the space exploration company helmed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has earned a prestigious $3.4 billion NASA contract for a mission to the Moon. This award, a momentous milestone, realizes Bezos's vision of contributing to…
Apple partner Foxconn buys 13 million square feet site in Bengaluru for production expansion
Foxconn, the leading Apple supplier, has acquired a massive 1.2 million-square-meter (13 million-square-foot) property on the outskirts of Bengaluru, India, according to a statement issued to the London Stock Exchange. The purchase, located…
UK watchdog puts brakes on Microsoft’s record $69 billion Activision deal
In a stunning turn of events, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has blocked Microsoft's proposed acquisition of video game maker Activision Blizzard, a deal valued at $69 billion. This move has put a halt to what would have…
Amal spacecraft offers fresh insights into the origins of Mars’ moon Deimos
The United Arab Emirates' (UAE) Amal spacecraft has captured the most detailed images to date of Deimos, Mars' smaller moon, as it orbited within 62 miles (100 kilometers) of the celestial body. The images, released on Monday, provide an…
Hazzaa Al Mansoori becomes first Arab increment lead for an ISS expedition
On March 28th, 2023, the Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft undocked, marking the official commencement of Expedition 69. This historic mission includes Hazzaa Al Mansoori, the first Arab increment lead for an International Space Station (ISS)…
Meta Platforms will test a monthly subscription service
In an effort to help content creators grow and build communities, Meta Platforms is testing a monthly subscription service, called Meta Verified. This service lets users verify their accounts with a government ID and get a blue badge. It…
Screens on Galaxy Z Fold 3 crack after warranty expires
After warranty expires, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 screens crack for no reason. Apparently, some Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 users are experiencing cracks in their foldable displays. Even worse, the damage occurs after the warranty has expired…
Spotify will reduce its workforce by 6 percent
In an effort to prepare for a possible recession, music streaming company Spotify Technology announced on Monday that it is planning to lay off 6% of its employees. This is approximately 600 jobs, adding to the glut of layoffs in the…
Amazon Web Services to invest $35 billion in Virginia data centres
The governor of Virginia, Glenn Youngkin, announced Friday that Amazon Web Services plans to invest $35 billion in new data centers within the state by 2040. This will be the state's largest economic investment in history. According to a…