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Malaysia Grants Operating Licenses to WeChat and TikTok Under New Social Media Law

Under a new social media regulation that went into effect on January 1st and was intended to curb the rise in cybercrime, Malaysias communications reg

Under a new social media regulation that went into effect on January 1st and was intended to curb the rise in cybercrime, Malaysias communications regulator has granted operating licenses to Tencents WeChat and ByteDances TikTok. According to this regulation, messaging apps and social media sites with more than 8 million users in Malaysia must obtain a licence or risk legal repercussions. According to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, Meta Platforms has initiated the licensing application procedure, while Telegram is nearing completion. Notably, X previously Twitter did not apply for a licence, arguing its local user base was insufficient. This assertion is presently being investigated. YouTube, a subsidiary of Google, has likewise not applied because of legal classification issues. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

North Korean Hackers Unveil New JavaScript Malware OtterCookie

North Korean hackers connected to the Contagious Interview campaign have released OtterCookie, a new JavaScript malware. Known for using social engine

North Korean hackers connected to the Contagious Interview campaign have released OtterCookie, a new JavaScript malware. Known for using social engineering techniques, this operation tricked job searchers into downloading malware masquerading as npm packages or video conferencing apps. To carry out commands for data theft, including files and Bitcoin wallet keys, OtterCookie links to a commandandcontrol server, according to recent research by Palo Alto Networks and GroupIB. This move coincides with the recent sanctions imposed by South Korea on 15 North Koreans engaged in schemes to defraud IT workers to fund the regimes nuclear and missile projects. These cyber threats constantly change, emphasising how dangerous North Koreas hacking activities are. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

Meta to Launch AI Bots on Facebook and Instagram for Enhanced User Engagement

These AIpowered accounts aim to increase engagement and competition against platforms like TikTok and X formerly Twitter. Still, experts warn of poten

These AIpowered accounts aim to increase engagement and competition against platforms like TikTok and X formerly Twitter. Still, experts warn of potential risks, including the spread of misinformation and the proliferation of lowquality content, which could deter users from Metas social media apps. Meta plans to introduce AI bots across its platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, allowing them to mimic human user activities like posting, sharing, and liking content. The initiative comes after the companys earlier feature, launched in July 2023, which allowed users to create AI characters, though it is currently only available in the U.S. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

AgiBot Releases AgiBot World Alpha A Comprehensive Dataset for Humanoid Robot Training

The Chinese AI and robotics company AgiBot has made a sizable dataset called AgiBot World Alpha publicly available to train humanoid robots. The datas

The Chinese AI and robotics company AgiBot has made a sizable dataset called AgiBot World Alpha publicly available to train humanoid robots. The dataset comprises more than one million trajectories from more than 100 robots in 100 realworld scenarios and covers intricate tasks like delicate manipulation and multirobot cooperation. Hugging Face and GitHub host it, giving researchers and developers the data to speed up AI model training. The dataset has a convenient access framework, standardised benchmarks, and basic models. Nevertheless, it is licensed under the Creative Commons CC BYNCSA 4.0 license, which forbids commercial applications but permits academic use. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

MediaTek Set to Launch Dimensity 9500 Processor with New Architecture

The flagship Dimensity 9400 processor from MediaTek was released in October, and rumours suggest that the successor, the Dimensity 9500, would signifi

The flagship Dimensity 9400 processor from MediaTek was released in October, and rumours suggest that the successor, the Dimensity 9500, would significantly alter the CPU architecture. With its innovative 3nm technology, the Dimensity 9500 may reach up to 4GHz peak clock speeds. Similar to Qualcomms Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, but without efficiency cores, the new chipset is anticipated to have a 2+6 core layout, with two CortexX930 prime cores and six CortexA730 performance cores, according to tipster Digital Chat Station. Additionally, the Dimensity 9500 may improve multithread performance by leveraging ARMs Scalable Matrix Extension SME for improved AI and machine learning capabilities. The launch and the Dimensity 9400 are expected to occur around the same time next year. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

Chinese StateSponsored Hackers Breach U.S. Treasury Security Systems

In a "major incident," Chinese statesponsored hackers broke into the security systems of the U.S. Treasury Department this month. They stole unclassif

In a "major incident," Chinese statesponsored hackers broke into the security systems of the U.S. Treasury Department this month. They stole unclassified material, according to a letter sent to legislators. The hackers obtained a key to bypass security protocols and remotely access Treasury user workstations after breaching the thirdparty cybersecurity company BeyondTrust. An impact assessment was conducted with the FBI and the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency after the event, ascribed to a Chinese statesponsored Advanced Persistent Threat actor, was reported to the Treasury on December 8. While BeyondTrust claimed to have taken action to resolve the security vulnerability, Chinese officials denied any involvement in the breach. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

India’s Exports Set to Exceed USD 814 Billion in 2024, Reports GTRI

According to the Global Trade Research Initiative GTRI, Indias total exports of goods and services are expected to approach USD 814 billion in 2024, a

According to the Global Trade Research Initiative GTRI, Indias total exports of goods and services are expected to approach USD 814 billion in 2024, a 5.58% growth from USD 768.5 billion in 2023. It is projected that services exports will rise by 10.31% to USD 372.3 billion, while merchandise exports will reach USD 441.5 billion, a slight increase of 2.34%. According to the research, Indias export market is changing, with traditional industries like textiles and jewels losing ground to expanding shares in electronics and machinery. However, issues persist because of supply chain weaknesses, geopolitical concerns, and slow growth in global trade. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

Germany Urged to Boost Defense Spending to 3% of GDP by Hensoldt CEO

Oliver Doerre, CEO of the defence electronics company Hensoldt, suggested that Germany raise its defence budget to 3% of its GDP. He stressed in an in

Oliver Doerre, CEO of the defence electronics company Hensoldt, suggested that Germany raise its defence budget to 3% of its GDP. He stressed in an interview the necessity of increased military capabilities, such as more ships, tanks, and aeroplanes, to ward off threats from countries like Russia. Though he supports a constitutional commitment of 3% for at least ten years, Doerre expects the German government to maintain a minimum defence expenditure of 2% of GDP. He underlined worries that by 2028 or 2029, Russia would threaten NATO, emphasising the need for Europe to strengthen its deterrence capabilities. In addition, Hensoldt is investigating defence industry collaborations and participating in the European Sky Shield Initiative. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago