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Telegram launches new business features, ad-revenue sharing
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Telegram launches new business features, ad-revenue sharing

Telegram is gearing up to challenge Meta’s WhatsApp and Messenger by introducing a slew of new features tailored for businesses, along with support for ad-revenue sharing. Officially launched over the weekend following an earlier announcement, Telegram Business introduces several options aimed at enhancing business interactions. These include a customizable start page, the ability to set […]

Bytedance shuts down TikTok's sister app LetsChat
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Bytedance shuts down TikTok’s sister app LetsChat

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has officially ceased operations of LetsChat, an instant messaging platform. The decision was announced through a statement on the company’s website, indicating that LetsChat ceased operations on Saturday, March 23, 2024. This move follows the removal of the app from various app stores on February 26, 2024. Users who […]

Russia blocks Telegram in two regions over security concerns
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Spanish court orders temporary suspension of Telegram services

Spain’s High Court has issued an order to suspend the messaging app Telegram’s services within the country following complaints from media companies regarding unauthorized content uploads by users, as per a court source. Effective from Monday, the use of Telegram in Spain will undergo a temporary suspension following requests from media entities such as Atresmedia, […]

Discord to offer more games, apps inside chats
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Discord to offer more games, apps inside chats

Discord has been experimenting with integrating apps and games directly into chats through its Activities feature for some time. Now, the company is launching a dedicated SDK for developers to partake in this chat-based entertainment. The Embedded App SDK is set to roll out on March 18, enabling developers to construct experiences embedded within an […]

OpenAI, Meta in talks with Reliance for AI expansion in India
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Meta revamps platforms’ video recommendation with AI

Meta is undergoing a significant transformation in its video recommendation algorithm, extending its reach across Reels, Groups, and the main Facebook Feed through the integration of artificial intelligence, as disclosed by Facebook head Tom Alison. The tech giant has successfully deployed the new AI-powered engine in Reels, its direct competitor to TikTok, with test results […]

Twitch enhances filtering tools to block sexual, violent content from livestream
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Twitch redesigns mobile app first time since 2019

Twitch is embarking on a significant redesign of its mobile app, marking the first substantial update since 2019. In an open letter, Twitch CEO Dan Clancy outlined the forthcoming changes, with a primary focus on enhancing the user experience. “We’re redesigning the mobile app (the first major update since 2019) to bring you a more […]

Criminal networks use Telegram for illegal activities - UN
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Telegram launches upgrade for personal account users

Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced on Wednesday that users of the chat app with personal accounts now have the option to convert them into business accounts by paying a monthly fee. This move allows users to include information such as location and opening hours, catering to the needs of small cafes and shop owners. Among […]

Meta tests in-house AI chip to reduce reliance on Nvidia
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Facebook, Instagram, Threads experiences global outage

Meta’s suite of apps, including Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, is currently grappling with widespread outages. The service disruptions became apparent around 10 AM ET, as reflected in a surge of outage reports on Down Detector for these services, along with WhatsApp. Users found themselves abruptly logged out of Facebook, prompting an inability to sign back […]

Russia blocks Telegram in two regions over security concerns
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Telegram rolls out ad revenue sharing

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov revealed on Wednesday that the company is set to launch its ad platform next month, enabling channel owners to earn financial rewards. The rewards will be distributed in toncoin on the TON blockchain, with channel owners receiving 50% of the revenue generated by displaying ads in their channels. While Telegram’s broadcast […]

Media startup Dailyhunt set to acquire X rival Koo
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Media startup Dailyhunt set to acquire X rival Koo

Media startup Dailyhunt is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire the Bengaluru-based social network, Koo. According to TechCrunch, the potential deal is in the advanced stages and involves a share-swap agreement, with the finalization expected within weeks. Koo, positioning itself as a Twitter competitor, has actively sought new capital throughout the past year. The social […]

Dating app Bumble reduces workforce by 30%
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Dating app Bumble reduces workforce by 30%

The CEO of dating app, Bumble, Lidiane Jones has announced a workforce reduction, with approximately 350 employees, constituting 30% of Bumble’s total staff, being laid off. Simultaneously, the company is set to undergo a comprehensive app overhaul aimed at rejuvenating growth. Lidiane Jones emphasized the company’s near-term focus on AI, enhanced safety measures, and features […]

Australia fines Telegram $640K for delayed response on online safety
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Russia’s Telegram outage sparks speculation amid sudden social media access

Telegram, the predominant messaging app in Russia, experienced a brief outage on Tuesday for reasons that remain unexplained. Coincidentally, during this period, several previously blocked social media applications, including Instagram and Facebook, became accessible in Russia. The monitoring centre for Russia’s public communications network reported a “massive failure” of Telegram, although the cause was not […]