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10+ min ago (465+ words) Australia's nationwide ban on social media accounts for children under the age of 16 took effect on Wednesday. The country passed the law, that blocks minors from having social media accounts on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and Reddit, last year. If companies fail to comply with new rules to keep minors off their platforms, they face fines of up to A$49.5 million (30 million). "This is indeed a proud day to be Australian," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said, as he described the measure as a major step toward improving online safety for young people. Australia blocks under-16s from major social media platforms Platforms face fines of up to A$49.5 million for noncompliance Children began losing access as the law took effect Wednesday Tech companies and rights groups have criticized the move Other governments are studying Australia's model Albanese called the…...

12+ min ago (588+ words) Optus is under fire after leaked audio exposed an operator's confusion during a Triple-0 outage that left a South Australian woman dead. Exclusive audio obtained by 7NEWS reveals how South Australians were kept in the dark as Optus tried to figure out why Triple-0 calls were not coming through on September 18. WATCH ABOVE: Audio given to 7NEWS details the night Triple-0 failed to go through. "Do you guys have anything on your radar about an Optus outage for Triple-0 calls?" South Australia Ambulance asked South Australia Police when the emergency line failed. "One of my people phoned and spoke with you in regards to potential outage of the Triple-0?" SA Police pressed Optus. Optus admitted to the outage but had no idea what caused it. "It is correct, it's for your region and Western Australia, and they're working on it to try…...

13+ min ago (547+ words) [Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold]The launch of Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold marks a major shake up in the foldable phones segment in years. While a tri-folding device isn't new, the Galaxy Z TriFold brings the unique design to the mass market across the globe. It brings impressive specs and features despite its form factor, but does that make it [] The post Galaxy Z TriFold vs Galaxy Z Fold 7: When The "Next Fold" Might Be Worth It appeared first on Gizmochina. [Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold] The launch of Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold marks a major shake up in the foldable phones segment in years. While a tri-folding device isn't new, the Galaxy Z TriFold brings the unique design to the mass market across the globe. It brings impressive specs and features despite its form factor, but does that make it a…...

18+ min ago (379+ words) T-Mobile US hit out at a lawsuit filed by AT&T seeking a temporary restraining order to stop the former using its Easy Switch price comparison tool to gain new customers, arguing its rival's case is not valid. The operator filed its response in a federal court on 8 December. T-Mobile stated the challenge to Easy Switch is irrelevant because it removed a function scraping AT&T customer data four days before the rival initiated its legal action. AT&T had argued the data was being accessed to encourage customers to switch providers. T-Mobile stated since ending the scraping, "Easy Switch has only allowed AT&T customers to upload a copy of their wireless bill or manually enter their wireless plan information. "AT&T does not allege that this current version of Easy Switch is unlawful or harms it, let alone…...

27+ min ago (247+ words) Realme has started teasing the arrival of the Realme 16 Pro series of smartphones in India. Its microsite, which is now available on Realme India's website, has revealed key details about the lineup. Here's a look at the details confirmed by the brand. First of all, the microsite officially confirms the existence of the Realme 16 Pro+. This is quite welcoming as the brand skipped the Realme 15 Pro+ after announcing the Realme 14 Pro+. Realme is yet to confirm its chipset, but the teaser reveals that it will have a Snapdragon chip that's more powerful than the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4. Rumors suggest that the Realme 16 Pro+ will pack a 7,000mAh battery with 80W charging. While these details are yet to be confirmed officially, the company revealed that the 16 Pro+'s battery can deliver 9.3 hours of gaming, 20.8 hours of Instagram surfing, up to 21 hours of video playback…...

34+ min ago (655+ words) From faster networks to new materials and major projects, fibre is shaping the future of connectivity." Here, we explore the stories that made the biggest impact this year: This year, Vodafone Spain and MasOrange signed a binding agreement to launch a new fibre network company in Spain. Having signed a non-binding agreement to work together last July, the pair have committed to creating a joint fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) network in what could become the largest FibreCo in Europe. According to a statement, the proposed FibreCo would cover 12.2 million sites across the country, providing FTTH services to over 4.5 million Vodafone Spain and MasOrange customers. In June, CityFibre firmly rebuffed reports suggesting a potential sale, insisting it remains in a strong financial position with a funding announcement imminent to support its continued expansion and sector consolidation efforts. At the time a CityFibre spokesperson…...

43+ min ago (205+ words) Vietnam operator Viettel Telecom deployed 20,000 5G sites across the country, reaching a year-end target ahead of schedule and claiming 90 per cent outdoor and 70 per cent indoor coverage. In a LinkedIn post, Viettel noted all sites support standalone (SA)and non-standalone 5G, with both the core and access layers entirely 5G, delivering speeds of up to 10Gb/s. The 5G network, deployed with Ericsson, includes Viettel-developed technologies, such as 5G gNodeB base stations and the vOCS 4.0 charging system, the operator stated. Its R&D unit Viettel High Tech also developed a 5G chipset. In a separate post, Ericsson Vietnam VP Trung Phan added Viettel is the first operator in the country to commercially deploy end-to-end SA 5G, supported by its radio system for the nationwide RAN rollout and full SA core network. Viettel is the largest mobile player in Vietnam with nearly 79.1 million mobile connections at end-September, data from GSMA…...

56+ min ago (890+ words) Now there is a subtle difference between a website and a web application. Of course, both can be accessed through web browsers and require a strong internet connection; they tend to serve different purposes. Websites are mainly considered for passing on the necessary information, whereas web applications are created to conduct proper user interaction and functionality. Moreover, developing a web application means you are creating a way for users to interact successfully with the content. Some of the popular examples to consider include online banking systems, Webmail, online banking, content management systems, social media platforms, e-commerce sites, and more. Developing an ideal web application project can lead to numerous benefits for your business. Let's go through them right away! Web applications usually offer an intuitive and user-friendly interface this which ensures the development of seamless user experiences for the end…...

57+ min ago (343+ words) As developers, we're witnessing an explosion of AI applications, but many still grapple with a fundamental question: How can I monetize my AI app without disrupting the user experience? The answer lies in a new frontier of advertising that's emerging in the world of conversational commerce. Enter Monetzly'the first dual-earning platform for AI applications that allows developers to monetize their apps while also earning from hosting relevant ads, all without compromising the user experience. Imagine this: your users are engaging with your AI app, asking questions, seeking suggestions, and enjoying seamless interactions. Now, picture ads that feel like a natural extension of those conversations'contextually relevant, unobtrusive, and tailored to enhance rather than disrupt the user journey. This is the essence of conversation-native advertising. Dual-Earning Potential: Unlike traditional models that force developers to choose between monetization strategies, Monetzly empowers you to…...

57+ min ago (533+ words) Australia became the first country in the world to ban children under the age of 16 from social media. The move has so far received mixed reviews from Australian teenagers. Some are disappointed, some are optimistic about the ban, and some remain "undecided" as the debate grows. While some teenagers assured that they would soon adopt the change, many others took their frustration out on Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. "Just wait until we're able to vote," one person commented on Albanese's TikTok account. According to Reuters, Albanese lost 6,000 followers across TikTok and Instagram since Tuesday. Here's what Australian teens have been saying about the world's first ban on social media for under-16s Jacinta, 14: She told the BBC that she feels "insulted" that the government doesn't trust her with the internet. She also said her family "love the idea of the…...