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Realme 8i has been teased to launch in India soon. The company has now confirmed that the mid-range phones will come with the new MediaTek Helio G96 SoC. Earlier this month, some official-looking design renders of the smartphone surfaced online along with key specifications. The phone may come with a 6.59-inch full-HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Its MediaTek S... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2WzrmEF

Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro could be unveiled on October 19, as per the latest leak. At the time Google unveiled the design of the Pixel 6 series, it had was said that the phones will launch later this year. But it now seems like we have a date for Google’s launch event. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2V4yhF3

Redmi Note 10 Pro and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max have got a new Dark Nebula colour variant in India, adding to their three already available colourways. The Redmi Note 10S also recently got a Cosmic Purple colour option with a similar blueish-purple hue. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2WEcgx0

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is reportedly getting a new update based on One UI 3.1.1. The update is bundled with the August 2021 Android security patch. It is said to come with a quick settings toggle for the Bedtime Mode and an updated Weather app. The size of the update is 763.01MB. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gJE6PB

Pixel 5a users are reporting of overheating and touchscreen issues. Some users claim that the overheating warning comes in when shooting in 4K video, while others say it gets triggered even when shooting 1080p clips. ‘Weird’ touchscreen issues have also been reported affecting the bottom half of the display. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mK00WY

Researchers have developed a battery prototype that can store as much as six times the charge of a conventional lithium-ion battery. The discovery was published in the Nature journal. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yt4uDv

Realme GT Neo Gaming is tipped to launch in the global market soon and is likely to come in two configurations — 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage options. The tipster has also leaked key specifications of the rumoured Realme GT Neo Gaming smartphone and it’s expected to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2YdL751

OnePlus Nord 2 and OnePlus 7 series — OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7T, and OnePlus 7T Pro — are receiving new OxygenOS updates bundled with the August 2021 Android security patch. The OnePlus Nord 2 is getting battery optimisations for PUBG and other gaming titles. The OnePlus 7 series gets the Bitmoji AOD feature that is co-designed by Snapchat. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3Bqthdd

iPhone 13 with a notchless design allegedly appeared on Apple TV+ comedy show Ted Lasso. Some users shared screenshots from the series to suggest the new iPhone ahead of its official announcement. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jtdh44

Smartphone shipments are expected to continue growing in the coming years as emerging markets are showing strong recovery. Due to the COVID-19 related lockdowns and restrictions, growth was small but is expected to continue. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3DuP0CP

Realme 8, Realme 8 5G, Realme C11 (2021), Realme C21, and Realme C25s price in India has been hiked by up to Rs. 1,500. The price hike is applicable across all channels, and it reflects online through Flipkart and Realme.com. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3ztG1zr

The Zebronics ZEB-FIT4220CH could be a good deal given the features it offers at an affordable price, but all is not as it seems. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kwl5Bs

Xiaomi 12 is reported to be in the development phase. A fresh leak suggests that the phone may come with three 50-megapixel sensors – 50-megapixel main, 50-megapixel ultra-wide, and 50-megapixel telephoto lens. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3ztfXEo

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is all set to launch on September 1 in India. Ahead of that, the phone was briefly listed on Amazon India, leaking price and offer details. The phone is tipped to be priced at Rs. 35,999 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3BnANFN

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 has been put through a durability test by YouTube channel JerryRigEverything to test its build as well as the cover and folding displays. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mNZNSy

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE could launch on September 8, as per tipster Mauri QHD. Another tipster has also shared an image with the smartphone's branding at what seems to be a retail store. An alleged Geekbench listing suggests that the smartphone may come with an Exynos 2100 SoC, paired with 8GB of RAM. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3ysyXl6

Realme Narzo 50i is reportedly in the works and may launch in India soon. The Realme Narzo 50i is tipped to come in two RAM + storage configurations: 2GB RAM + 32GB storage and 4GB RAM + 64GB storage. It is expected to come in Mint Green and Carbon Black colour options. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3t5E4Xy

Realme is set to launch the first 5G phone based on MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC in India. It could be the Realme 8s that is rumoured to be the company’s next phone in the Realme 8 series. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kA9cdK

OnePlus 9RT launch in India seems imminent as it has been spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards certification website. The listing doesn't reveal any specifications of the smartphone but suggests it could launch soon. Earlier reports have suggested some key specifications of the smartphone and also suggest the smartphone may launch in India and China. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3BsY4q1

Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro were unveiled by Google earlier this month. A new leak suggests that the phones’ dedicated launch event will be held on September 13. Pricing and availability information of the two phones will likely be revealed then. Google is yet to make an announcement of a launch event. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/38l17Ea

Vivo X70 series is set to launch on September 9, the company announced on Weibo on Monday. Vivo also released some images of Vivo X70 Pro+ that show its leather back design and quad rear camera setup. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mGYPHF

iPhone 13 lineup will come with low earth orbit (LEO) satellite communication connectivity that will allow users to make calls and send messages without requiring cellular coverage, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has reportedly predicted. Apple is said to be working with satellite company Globalstar and Qualcomm to enable the new experience. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mFDvT3

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is set to launch in India on September 1 at 12pm (noon). Confirmed via a tweet by the company, the smartphone will be launched in three colour options - Awesome Black, Awesome Violet, and Awesome White. A follow up tweet also shares a link to get notified for the launch of the smartphone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mNiDt0

Realme C21Y will go on sale today. It will be available via Flipkart and Realme.com. The sale will begin at 12pm (noon) and the phone will be available in Cross Black and Cross Blue colours. Realme C21Y is priced starting at Rs. 8,999. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/38o2l1p

In this article, we are detailing the steps on how you can activate your Vi eSIM on your phone. Select Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models are amongst the compatible devices. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kBoVsT

iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro manufactured between October 2020 and April 2021 may be affected by no sound issues and Apple has announced a service programme for the same. Affected users can get service for their eligible iPhones for free. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2WrHesO

Samsung Galaxy A21 Simple SCV49 has launched in Japan. The budget-friendly offering comes in two colours and a single configuration. The phone is backed by a 3,600mAh battery and is powered by an octa-core SoC. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yn8XHR

On this week’s Gadgets 360 podcast Orbital, we talk about the Realme GT 5G and Realme GT Master Edition and whether they are compelling options against the likes of the OnePlus Nord 2, Poco F3 GT, Mi 11X, and the Motorola Edge 20. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gCHkod

Moto E20 may launch soon as it has been spotted on a Geekbench listing. The listing also suggests that it may come with a Unisoc SoC paired with 2GB of RAM. It may also run Android 11 out-of-the-box. Earlier this week, notable tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks) shared some official-looking renders, suggesting the design of the upcoming smartphone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2Wp4mro

Microsoft Surface Duo 2's launch seems near as it has now been spotted in multiple Geekbench listings. The smartphone is expected to come with a Snapdragon 888 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and may run Android 11. It is also reported to come with a triple rear camera setup with a telephoto and a wide-angle lens. Microsoft Surface Duo 2 may launch with a frosted glass bac... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3Dhx26J

Infinix Hot 11S has been announced. It is scheduled to launch in India sometime around mid-September. It will be powered by the same MediaTek Helio G88 SoC that has been confirmed to power the Redmi 10 Prime. Apart from this, not much else is known about the Infinix Hot 11S as of now. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3krnkGd

Apple AirTag has reportedly started receiving a new update that carries firmware version 1.0.291. The firmware update comes months after the launch of the Bluetooth tracker and two months following the arrival of the last AirTag update. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2UPE2pS

Redmi 10 Prime is confirmed to come with an octa-core Mediatek Helio G88 SoC. The chipset initially featured on the Redmi 10 that was unveiled in some markets earlier this month and is speculated to launch in India with the Redmi 10 Prime branding. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3DmOJSl

Vivo X70 Pro+ has been spotted on Google Play Console and its specifications have been leaked. The phone has also been leaked in renders showing its possible design. It is expected to have a rear panel similar to that of the Mi 11 Ultra. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mAkVvB

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G price in India and launch date have been tipped. The phone is expected to launch on September 3 priced above Rs. 30,000. The 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option may be priced at Rs. 35,999 and the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model may be priced at Rs. 37,499. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2XQAqFd

JioPhone Next pre-booking in India will start from next week, according to a report. The Jio smartphone is rumoured to carry a price tag of Rs. 3,499. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gCsBtp

Realme C21 is reportedly getting a stable version of the Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 update in India. Along with the usual Android 11-based features, the update also brings bug fixes for the battery as well as system stability and performance improvements. The update is 500MB in size for users who signed up for the beta test update. However, the size of the update ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3krT4uW

iPhone 13 series is expected to include four models —iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, and iPhone 13 mini. As per a report, media invites are expected on September 7 with a launch event likely to be scheduled for September 14. Pre-orders are reported to begin on September 17 with sale anticipated to begin on September 24. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yl66zk

Motorola Edge 20 Fusion sale starts today at 12pm (noon) via Flipkart. The phone was launched last week in India and comes as a rebranded Motorola Edge 20 Lite but with an upgraded processor. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yqqz5v

A report claims that changing the region of older iPhone models to France can improve their performance by making them run smoother and faster. This is because Apple has been fined by France for frequency reduction. Apple is said to intentionally slow down the performance of older iPhone units to preserve their battery life. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jirPTY

TSMC is hiking chip production cost to account for its ‘advance and mature process technologies.’ Apple is one of the biggest clients of TSMC, with its orders reportedly accounting for over 20 percent of the company’s total silicon chip revenue. Apple is reported to be considering a 3-5 percent hike due to these changes as TSMC’s advanced sub-7nm process techn... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3zyaaxD

Huawei Nova Y60 has launched in South Africa. It comes with a triple rear camera setup and a 5,000mAh battery. It runs on Android 11 and is powered by a MediaTek Helio P35 SoC. The phone features a 6.6-inch HD display. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gyIi4R

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has been spotted on Google Play Console listing, as per a report. The phone is tipped to be powered by the Snapdragon 888 SoC and pack 6GB RAM. It is likely to run on Android 11 software and feature a full-HD+ display. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jf9SG6

Google will tap Samsung to supply the 5G modem for its next flagship Pixel smart phone, sources familiar with the matter said, signalling the first win for the South Korean firm in a US market dominated by Qualcomm. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3BgO4jg

Realme Narzo 50A’s design seems to have been leaked through a render shared online. It shows a triple rear camera setup, a fingerprint scanner on the back, and a unique design for the back panel. The phone is expected to be the successor to the Realme Narzo 30A from earlier this year. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jhPO5I

iPhone 13 Face ID hardware is reportedly in testing to work with face masks and even foggy glasses. Apple is also reported to have a distinct selfie camera placement where the sensor will be available at the left. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/38fBIvy

Moto E20 specifications and renders have leaked online. The phone from Lenovo-owned Motorola is tipped to feature a 6.5-inch HD+ display and run on Android 11. It is expected to sport a dual camera setup at the back with a 13-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. The launch timeline of the phone is not known. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3sNnZFC

Realme GT Master Edition sale in India is taking place today (August 26). The Realme phone carries a 120Hz Super AMOLED display and features a triple rear camera setup. Special links given by official sites to our limited costumers try it once. Flipkart : https://inr.deals/hqNfKJ This article has been taken from gadgets 360

Vivo X70 Pro's official-looking renders have surfaced online. The Vivo X70 series is expected to launch in September. The renders of the smartphone show a 6.5-inch curved display with a centrally-place hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera. It could get a power button and volume rocker on the right side. At the bottom, it could get a speaker grille, USB Type-C port,... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2UMyk8d

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 offer a host of improvements over their predecessors, inching closer to delivering proper flagship experiences. We’ve spent a couple of days with both of them and here are our early impressions. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mxP8LU

Xiaomi's second-quarter revenue rose a record 64 percent from a year earlier, announcing the purchase of an autonomous driving startup as it prepares to expand into the competitive market. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mEpMvw

iPhone 13 could be unveiled on September 17 while the third generation AirPods could launch on September 30. A known tipster on Weibo shared a screenshot of an e-commerce app that shows four models of the iPhone 13 series along with the September 17 date. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3898PkJ

Google Pixel 6 Pro specifications may include an in-display fingerprint sensor. The new details were suggested by a screenshot tweeted by Google Senior Vice President of Platforms and Ecosystems Hiroshi Lockheimer. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3DqxaRx

OnePlus 9RT could come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC, 65W fast charging support, triple rear cameras, and up to 256GB of storage. The pricing and specifications for the rumoured phone have leaked on Weibo. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mChvbP

Moto G50 5G has been launched, priced at AUD 399 (roughly Rs. 21,500) and comes in a sole 4GB + 128GB storage model. It comes with features such as a triple rear camera setup that includes with a 48-megapixel main sensor. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3Dfs7Dg

Realme Narzo 20 is getting an update that brings many bug fixes and improvements. Bundled with the update are the July and 2021 Android security patches. The update is being rolled out in a phased manner. The update gets a hotfix for the 48-megapixel mode in the camera app. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2WnsCKk

OnePlus Nord 2 will soon be available in three colours, with the new Green Woods variant launching tomorrow, August 26, at 12pm (noon) via Amazon. The phone starts at Rs. 27,999 for the base 6GB + 128GB storage variant. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2WjLBFK

Western Digital has launched the SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync and SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger 15W with the option of a bundled adapter in the Indian market. The former comes with dual functionality of wireless charging and automatic data storage and backup for Qi-compatible devices. The new SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync with 256GB storage is priced ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gvWFH5

Realme 8 is getting an update the brings Dynamic RAM Expansion (DRE) functionality to the smartphone. It also gets some bug fixes and improvements. Bundled with the update is the July 2021 Android security patch. A Realme official reportedly confirmed that Realme 8 Pro will also get the DRE support but didn't mention the timeline for the update. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3sN7r0l

Samsung Galaxy M32 5G smartphone has launched in India and it comes with support for 12 5G bands. The phone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery and has the octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 720 SoC under the hood, and quad rear cameras. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2XZk5yl

When the fire broke out, the crew tried to contain the smoke using the battery containment bag. But the amount of smoke reportedly forced the deployment of evacuation slides. A spokesperson for the Port of Seattle confirmed the phone that caught on fire on the flight was the Samsung Galaxy A21. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3klSwGS

The White House is hosting an event on Wednesday that will bring together the largest US technology companies for a discussion about cybersecurity challenges following a raft of high-profile hacking incidents earlier this year, people familiar with the event said. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3sIu3PP

Vivo Y21s may be launching soon as it was spotted on US FCC and Geekbench listings. These listings reveal some key specifications of the smartphone that include a 5,000mAh battery, USB Type-C port, 3.5mm headphone jack, MediaTek Helio G80 SoC, 4GB RAM, and more. Not much else is known about the smartphone currently. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3zjHAzC

Vivo X70 Pro has been spotted on Google Play Console with the model number V2105. It is tipped to feature a full-HD+ display and be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC. The phone is likely to run on Android 11 software. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kr2wi7

Redmi Note 10 Lite allegedly appeared on the IMEI database on Tuesday. The database included model number 2109106A1I that is said to be associated with Redmi Note 10 Lite that Xiaomi could launch in India as a rebranded Redmi Note 9 Pro. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/38eSURT

Realme GT 5G was launched in India last week and will go on its first sale today, August 25, at 12pm (noon). It will be available via Flipkart, Realme website, and mainline channels. The phone starts at Rs. 37,999. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3zfviIN

Samsung Galaxy M32 5G is set to launch in India today, August 25, at 12pm (noon). It is said to be priced between Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 25,000. The phone may go on sale starting September 2 in the country through Amazon, Samsung.com, and leading retail stores. This article has taken from Gadgets 360

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Manish Singh / TechCrunch : Pakistan-based Bazaar, which operates a B2B marketplace for merchants and helps them digitize their bookkeeping, raises the country's largest Series A at $30M   —  A one-year-old startup that is building a business-to-business marketplace for merchants in Pakistan and also helping them digitize … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3B6jetF

Varsha Bansal / Rest of World : A look at the decade long struggle to bring the script of Tulu, an Indian language, into Unicode, and the problem of keeping languages alive in the digital age   —  For 10 years, experts have tried to bring Tulu to smartphones.  But they can't agree on how.  —  • BENGALURU, INDIA from Techmeme https://ift.tt/2XR0xfo

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iaomi may drop its ‘Mi’ branding from its products in favour of simply using Xiaomi. The change first became apparent with the recently released Mix 4 which, instead of being called Mi Mix 4 in accordance with the previous generation phones (Mi Mix 3, Mi Mix 2, and so on), is named Xiaomi Mix 4. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3zceqCI

OnePlus Nord, OnePlus Nord CE 5G are receiving OxygenOS 11.1.5.5 and OxygenOS 11.0.6.6 updates, respectively. The updates come with August 2021 security patch for OnePlus Nord and July 2021 security patch for OnePlus Nord CE 5G. The update for OnePlus Nord also gets Bitmoji AOD and the ability to take screenshots for always-on display. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3sFvCy1

Manish Singh / TechCrunch : Khatabook, which helps small Indian businesses digitize bookkeeping and accept payments online, raises $100M Series C at a valuation “close to $600M”   —  Khatabook, a startup that is helping merchants in India digitize their bookkeeping and accept online payments … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3zcKEOd

Bloomberg : ForgeRock, which makes identity management software, has filed for an IPO seeking to raise $100M; sources say it may seek a valuation of $3B-$4B+   —  - Share sale would add to year's U.S. software rush to market  — San Francisco firm said to have sought up to $4 billion value from Techmeme https://ift.tt/2ULMQgC

Samsung Galaxy M32 5G cost in India has been accounted for only in front of the authority dispatch that is booked for Wednesday (August 25). The Samsung telephone is said to go at a bargain from September 2. Read full article from gadgets360 by clicking here

Nicole LaPorte / Fast Company : Profile of Invisible Universe, which is developing animated franchises using characters born on social media with the help of influencers like Serena Williams   —  Last week, Realqaiqai, the Instagram handle for Qai Qai (pronounced “kway kway"), the doll turned social media star belonging to Olympia Ohanian … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3mzSNZg

New York Times : Apple and Google are calling on the WH to oppose a South Korean bill, set to face a vote this week, that would mandate multiple payment systems for IAPs   —  A proposal in the South Korean legislature is an early test of how forcefully the Biden administration will defend the companies abroad while trying to trim their power at home. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3sF1ena

Kate Park / TechCrunch : Tokyo-based CADDi, a B2B ordering and supply service in the manufacturing and procurement industry, raises $73M Series B, sources say at a ~$450M valuation   —  With COVID-19 disrupting the entire manufacturing supply chain including semiconductor shortages, companies across multiple industries … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3B4UJNB

Reuters : JD.com reports net revenue of $39.14B in Q2, up 26% YoY, beating estimates, and added a record 32M users over the quarter amid ongoing regulatory tightening   —  Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com Inc on Monday told investors they do not expect any business impact from a wave … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3mvNIRQ

Issie Lapowsky / Protocol : UN-backed initiative Tech Against Terrorism adds the Taliban to its list of terrorist organizations and will alert tech companies when Taliban content is posted   —  A key UN-backed group that advises the tech industry on dealing with terrorist groups online has added the Afghan Taliban … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/2XHqca8

Aria Alamalhodaei / TechCrunch : SpaceX says it has now shipped 100K Starlink terminals to customers, and has launched more than 1,700 satellites since its first in November 2019   —  Elon Musk's Starlink project, which aims to provide global broadband connectivity via a constellation of satellites, has shipped 100,000 terminals to customers. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/2WdIyiS

Kurt Wagner / Bloomberg : Facebook is running a test in the US to bring voice and video calling back to the main Facebook app, to reduce the need to jump between Facebook and Messenger   —  - New test will bring Messenger technology back into Facebook  —  Facebook Inc. is bringing voice and video calling … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3ybfgyd

Bloomberg : Sources: Tim Cook and Satya Nadella plan to attend a meeting with Joe Biden on Wednesday to discuss efforts by private companies to improve cybersecurity   —  Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook and Microsoft Corp. CEO Satya Nadella plan to attend a White House meeting with President Joe Biden … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3sHByXc

Igor Bonifacic / Engadget : Poly Network says it has now recovered all of $610M in cryptocurrencies it lost to a hacker, and is in the process of returning them to their rightful owners   —  One of the most unusual cryptocurrency heists in recent memory has come to a close.  On Monday, Poly Network … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3gtupVD

Echo Wang / Reuters : Sources: SEC has started asking Chinese firms planning to list on NYSE for greater disclosures, including risks for investors if Chinese authorities interfere   —  The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has started to issue new disclosure requirements to Chinese companies seeking … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3j7jenc

Ashley Carman / The Verge : Instagram says it's retiring the swipe-up link feature, which allows users to visit external links by swiping up, in favor of tappable stickers starting Aug. 30   —  The swipe-up will be no more.  Instagram is planning to retire the feature, which allows people to visit external webpages by swiping up … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3DbFEvn

Patrick Klepek / VICE : Sources detail Unity's GovTech division, which contracts with governments and militaries, as some staff complain about the lack of transparency around such work   —  The lack of transparency around the game engine maker's “GovTech” work, which contracts with the Department of Defense, has concerned employees. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3y5YYqk

Android Developers Blog : Google says it will make app ratings on the Play Store more personalized by localizing by users' country from November 2021 and device type from early 2022   —  Ratings and reviews are important.  They provide valuable quantitative and qualitative feedback on your users' reported experience … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3mrXMvi

Sarah Perez / TechCrunch : TikTok launches Effect Studio, which allows developers to build AR effects for use in the app, in private beta in select markets including the US   —  Both Facebook and Snap offer tools that allow developers to build out augmented reality (AR) experiences and features for their own respective family of apps. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3Da9LUa

Turner Wright / Cointelegraph : Substack begins accepting bitcoin as payment for subscriptions, initially for a few crypto publications, using payments processor OpenNode   —  Substack has more than 500,000 paid subscribers, but Bitcoin payments will first be available to “a select group of crypto-focused publications.” from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3DextOU

Reuters : Report: Didi has suspended plans to launch in UK and Europe for at least a year, amid a regulatory backlash in China over data privacy   —  China's ride-hailing giant Didi Global Inc (DIDI.N) has suspended its plans to launch in Britain and continental Europe, The Telegraph reported on Monday … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/3B3AvUq