Author: Doaa A. Moniem

Han Jong-Hee, the co-CEO of Samsung Electronics credited with transforming the company’s television business, passed away Tuesday at the age of 63. Samsung confirmed that Han died in a hospital after being treated for a heart attack. Han, who was serving as a co-chief executive, had overseen the company’s consumer electronics and mobile devices divisions during his career. Joining Samsung in 1988, Han spent most of his tenure in television-related roles, helping elevate the company to become the world’s leading TV manufacturer. In 2022, he was appointed co-vice chairman and CEO. Samsung, one of the globe’s largest tech giants, has…

Microsoft has unveiled significant enhancements to its Security Copilot, introducing AI agents aimed at improving cybersecurity, according to the company’s official website. These agents will automate critical security tasks, including phishing detection, data security, and identity management, addressing the increasing complexity of cyber threats. In 2024, Microsoft detected over 30 billion phishing emails, underscoring the need for advanced automated solutions. The new Phishing Triage Agent will manage routine alerts, allowing security teams to focus on more complex issues. Key Features of New AI Agents Phishing Triage Agent: Identifies real threats and improves detection accuracy. Alert Triage Agents: Prioritize critical incidents…

After weeks of user complaints about lost Timeline data in Google Maps, Google has confirmed that a technical issue resulted in the deletion of some users’ location history, with some data now being unrecoverable. A Google spokesperson, Genevieve Park, explained to The Verge, “We briefly experienced a technical issue that caused the deletion of Timeline data for some people.” For users, this means that if their Google Maps Timeline data was deleted due to a technical issue, they may have permanently lost the history of places they’ve visited, unless they had backups enabled. If they didn’t have backups turned on,…

Google has officially kicked off the rollout of its Project Astra-powered features for Gemini Live, introducing camera and screen sharing capabilities for users. The update, first teased at Mobile World Congress (MWC) earlier this month, is now making its way to select Android devices, although full availability is still ramping up. One Android user has already reported seeing the new “Share screen with Live” button in the Gemini interface, located above the “Ask about screen” button. Users can now share their entire screen, although single app sharing remains unavailable. Additionally, the update introduces real-time camera functionality, allowing users to start…

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has announced a minority investment in OSN Streaming Ltd., a subsidiary of OSN Group, as announced in a joint statement on Monday. This strategic partnership comes in line with WBD’s plan to expand its presence in the rapidly growing streaming market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The investment, which will be completed in stages, is still subject to regulatory approvals. OSN Group is a premium entertainment network in the MENA region, featuring exclusive content across various platforms like OSN+, OSNtv, and Anghami, offering a mix of global and local hit series and…

Amr Talaat, Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, stated that Egypt plans to double the local production of smartphones during the years 2025 and 2026. Talaat mentioned during his meeting with a group of Egyptian journalists that the volume of locally manufactured smartphones reached 3 million units in 2024, with plans to increase that number to 9 million phones by 2026. He added that the communications ministry had convinced 4 out of the 5 largest smartphone manufacturers to establish factories in Egypt, revealing that discussions are underway with one or two additional companies to join the list of local…

OpenAI and Meta Platforms have engaged in separate discussions with India’s Reliance Industries about potential partnerships aimed at expanding artificial intelligence (AI) services within the country. According to a report from technology news site The Information on Saturday, these talks could pave the way for deeper collaboration in AI distribution and development. One possible avenue being explored is a partnership between Reliance Jio, the telecom arm of Reliance Industries, and OpenAI to distribute ChatGPT in India. This collaboration could enhance the accessibility of OpenAI’s advanced AI tools for Indian consumers and businesses, sources familiar with the matter indicated. Low Price…

The liberal daily newspaper in Italy “Il Foglio” has launched a groundbreaking initiative, becoming the world’s first daily publication created entirely using artificial intelligence (AI). This month-long journalistic experiment, spearheaded by founder Giuliano Ferrara, aims to showcase the impact of AI technology in the newsroom. The inaugural four-page edition is now available both in print and online. Ferrara emphasized the novelty of the initiative, stating, “Everything from writing articles, headlines, quotes, and sometimes even irony is generated by AI.” He noted that the role of journalists in this experiment will be primarily limited to formulating questions for AI tools and…

The US-based leader in accelerated computing and AI technologies NVIDIA has announced the launch of its new personal AI supercomputers, the NVIDIA DGX Spark and DGX Station, powered by the cutting-edge NVIDIA Grace Blackwell platform, the platform announced on its blog. What are the key Features of DGX Spark and DGX Station? DGX Spark: Previously known as Project DIGITS, this compact supercomputer is designed to empower a wide range of users, from researchers to robotics developers. At its core is the NVIDIA GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip, which boasts a powerful NVIDIA Blackwell GPU, delivering up to 1,000 trillion operations per…

Google, through its parent Alphabet,  has sealed the acquisition deal of the cloud security startup Wiz in an all-cash deal worth $32 billion, the company announced on Tuesday. By closing this deal, Google has concluded the largest acquisition in its history. The acquisition is still subject to regulatory approvals and other clearances before it can be finalized. Google’s largest previous acquisition was the purchase of Motorola Mobility for $12.5 billion back in 2011. Under the deal, Wiz will continue to operate as an independent platform, working across all cloud providers, not just Google Cloud Platform. The company plans to expand…