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5 tips to spot a hacker in Garena Free Fire Max

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5 tips to spot a hacker in Garena Free Fire Max

Here are five practical ways to spot a hacker in Garena Free Fire Max, plus what to do if you suspect one.

7 WhatsApp mistakes that can get you account banned

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7 WhatsApp mistakes that can get you account banned

7 WhatsApp mistakes that can get you account banned Excerpt (30 words) WhatsApp can suspend or ban accounts for repeated or serious violations. Here are seven common mistakes that risk removal, with clear steps to avoid each. Introduction WhatsApp enforces rules to protect users. Violations can lead to temporary suspension or permanent ban. Understanding what crosses the line helps you stay safe and keep using the service. Using unofficial or modified apps Third-party clients that mimic WhatsApp (or offer extra features) breach the company’s terms. These apps can expose your data and trigger automatic bans. Use the official app and keep it updated. Mass messaging and bulk forwarding Sending unsolicited bulk messages, broadcasts or chain messages to many contacts or groups can be treated as spam. Repeated bulk activity increases the chance of action. Limit forwards and avoid message blasting. Automated or bot-driven behavior Using automation tools, scripts or bots to send messages, add contacts, or join groups violates policies. Automation that looks like human interaction is closely monitored and can result in removal. Impersonation and fraudulent accounts Creating accounts that impersonate people, businesses or public figures to deceive others breaches rules. Fake profiles used for scams or misleading conduct are grounds for immediate banning. Harassment, threats and hateful content Sending threats, abusive messages, or content that promotes hate or violence is prohibited. Multiple reports from recipients strengthen enforcement and can lead to permanent suspension. Sharing illegal content or facilitation Using WhatsApp to distribute pirated material, illicit services, or to coordinate criminal activity is a serious violation. Lawful authorities may be involved and accounts will be disabled. Repeated community guideline violations after warnings Ignoring warnings or repeatedly breaking community rules—such as repeatedly sending prohibited content—shows willful noncompliance. WhatsApp escalates disciplinary action for repeat offenders.

Nvidia’s Jensen Huang dines with Samsung and Hyundai chiefs, buys dinner for an entire Seoul restaurant

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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang dines with Samsung and Hyundai chiefs, buys dinner for an entire Seoul restaurant

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joined Samsung’s Lee Jae-yong and Hyundai’s Chung Eui-sun for fried chicken and beer in Seoul, treating everyone in the restaurant to dinner and drinks.

AI isn’t the threat, people who use AI are, says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

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AI isn’t the threat, people who use AI are, says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang believes the future of work won’t be lost to artificial intelligence itself — but to people who master it. His advice: embrace AI now or fall behind.

Apple’s self-repair program now covers iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models: 5 key details

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Apple’s self-repair program now covers iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models: 5 key details

Apple has added the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max to its self-service repair program, allowing users in the U.S., Canada, and parts of Europe to order genuine parts and tools to fix their devices at home.

Android users face fewer scams than iPhone users, Google claims

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Android users face fewer scams than iPhone users, Google claims

Google says Android users are safer from scams than iPhone users, thanks to AI-powered protections that block billions of malicious calls and texts every month.

Tim Cook breaks silence on Apple’s AI plans, hints at more collaborations ahead

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Tim Cook breaks silence on Apple’s AI plans, hints at more collaborations ahead

Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company plans to expand AI partnerships “over time,” hinting at future collaborations beyond OpenAI. Here’s what that means for Siri, Apple Intelligence, and users waiting for smarter AI tools.

WhatsApp testing companion app for Apple Watch: 5 key things we know

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WhatsApp testing companion app for Apple Watch: 5 key things we know

WhatsApp is testing a new companion app for Apple Watch that finally lets users browse chats, reply to messages, and send emoji reactions from their wrist. Here’s everything we know so far about the upcoming app, its features, and how it works with your iPhone.

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy finally reveals the reason behind laying off 14,000 employees

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy finally reveals the reason behind laying off 14,000 employees

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says the company’s latest 14,000 job cuts were driven by a push to rebuild company culture and move faster, not because of financial pressure or AI hype.

Microsoft Teams meeting leak reveals how a phone unlocking firm can access Google Pixel devices

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Microsoft Teams meeting leak reveals how a phone unlocking firm can access Google Pixel devices

A leaked Microsoft Teams meeting revealed how a phone unlocking company demonstrated its ability to access Google Pixel devices. A user named “rogueFed” joined the call and leaked screenshots online, raising questions about smartphone privacy and digital security.

Canva introduces its own design model, new AI tools and free Affinity integration

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Canva introduces its own design model, new AI tools and free Affinity integration

Canva has launched its own AI design model, expanded its assistant, and integrated data tools and marketing features, while making its Affinity professional design suite free for all users.

How to redeem Reliance Jio’s free 18-month Google Gemini AI Pro offer: A step-by-step guide, eligibility and all other details

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How to redeem Reliance Jio’s free 18-month Google Gemini AI Pro offer: A step-by-step guide, eligibility and all other details

Reliance Jio users can redeem 18 months of free Google Gemini AI Pro and 100GB JioCloud storage through the MyJio app. Here’s how to activate both offers and check eligibility.

WhatsApp makes it easier to protect chat backups with passkey encryption

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WhatsApp makes it easier to protect chat backups with passkey encryption

WhatsApp is making chat backups safer with passkey encryption, letting users secure their data using fingerprints or face ID instead of passwords.

ServiceNow and NVIDIA partner to launch Apriel 2.0, bringing faster and trusted enterprise AI to scale

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ServiceNow and NVIDIA partner to launch Apriel 2.0, bringing faster and trusted enterprise AI to scale

ServiceNow and NVIDIA have expanded their collaboration with the launch of Apriel 2.0, a next-generation open AI model designed to deliver multimodal reasoning and cost-efficient intelligence for enterprises across industries.

Google denies Gmail hack claims; says 183 million accounts are safe; here’s how to verify yours

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Google denies Gmail hack claims; says 183 million accounts are safe; here’s how to verify yours

Google has denied reports of a massive Gmail breach affecting 183 million accounts, calling them misleading. Still, users can verify potential leaks using Google’s Dark Web checker, Password Manager, and Have I Been Pwned.

Adobe’s Firefly gets biggest AI upgrade yet with soundtracks, speech and smarter image tools

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Adobe’s Firefly gets biggest AI upgrade yet with soundtracks, speech and smarter image tools

At Adobe MAX 2025, the world’s largest creativity conference, Adobe unveiled its most ambitious update to date for Firefly — its all-in-one creative AI studio. The company introduced powerful new tools for video, audio and imaging, including AI-generated soundtracks, lifelike voiceovers, and conversational editing, alongside the next-gen Image Model 5 and a growing ecosystem of partner models.

Reliance Jio announces 18 months of free Gemini AI Pro subscription for users in partnership with Google

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Reliance Jio announces 18 months of free Gemini AI Pro subscription for users in partnership with Google

Reliance and Google announced a partnership to offer 18 months of free AI Pro access to Jio users and expand AI hardware infrastructure to boost India’s digital and AI capabilities.

Bill Gates warns of AI job impacts, urges balance between innovation and human welfare

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Bill Gates warns of AI job impacts, urges balance between innovation and human welfare

Bill Gates told CNBC that while AI will drive major innovation, it could disrupt jobs and should be managed alongside broader human welfare goals, including healthcare and climate initiatives.

Instagram to let users fine-tune their feed and make the algorithm truly personal

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Instagram to let users fine-tune their feed and make the algorithm truly personal

Instagram is testing a new feature that lets users fine-tune their feed by adding or removing topics of interest. Here’s how it could make your Reels and Explore experience more personal.

Samsung expands Internet browser to PC with Galaxy AI and new privacy tools

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Samsung expands Internet browser to PC with Galaxy AI and new privacy tools

Samsung has launched the beta version of its Internet browser for PC, bringing Galaxy AI-powered tools, data syncing, and enhanced privacy to desktops. Here’s how the new browser bridges phones and PCs for a seamless web experience.

Arvind Srinivas announces 14-day free trial for Perplexity Email Assistant: What it is and how to try it

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Arvind Srinivas announces 14-day free trial for Perplexity Email Assistant: What it is and how to try it

Perplexity AI has introduced a 14-day free trial of its new Email Assistant for Pro and Max users, offering AI-powered inbox organization, drafting, and scheduling with a focus on privacy and control.

Samsung Galaxy AI now available in 22 Indian languages including Gujarati, Hindi and others

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Samsung Galaxy AI now available in 22 Indian languages including Gujarati, Hindi and others

Samsung has expanded Galaxy AI to support 22 languages, adding Gujarati and Filipino. The update enhances multilingual communication through features like Live Translate, Interpreter, and Chat Assist.

Google’s parent company Alphabet hits $100 billion in one quarter: Here’s how AI made it happen

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Google’s parent company Alphabet hits $100 billion in one quarter: Here’s how AI made it happen

Google’s parent company Alphabet has posted its first $100 billion quarter, driven by AI-powered growth across Search, YouTube, and Cloud. Here’s how smarter tools and everyday products helped the tech giant reach this massive milestone.

YouTube CEO Neal Mohan announces major organisational changes, offers buyout options to employees

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YouTube CEO Neal Mohan announces major organisational changes, offers buyout options to employees

YouTube CEO Neal Mohan has announced major organisational changes as the platform restructures its product teams to focus on AI. As part of the move, YouTube is offering voluntary buyouts with severance to U.S.-based employees, marking the first major reorganisation in a decade.

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