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Microsoft began 2025 with a hefty patch release this month, addressing eight zero-days with 159 patches for Windows, Microsoft Office and Visual Studio. Both Windows and Microsoft Office have “Patch Now” recommendations (with no browser or Exchange patches) for January….
By Hisan Kidwai It’s no secret that YouTube has long been the biggest digital library, housing songs, videos, and… The post 3 Easy Ways to Download YouTube Videos to WAV appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
In a few years, every new employee entering the workforce will already have become accustomed to using AI to solve problems and help with tasks – and they’re going to want the same tools at work as those they use…
By Thomas Macaulay A startup called Scenexus has unveiled plans to build digital twins of cities around the world. A spin-off from Dutch research organisation TNO, Scenexus launched this week with a new platform for urban planning. The software blends…
Support for Microsoft 365 ends along with Windows 10PixieMe/Shutterstock Although Microsoft announced some time ago that Windows 10 will only be supported (free of charge) until October 14, 2025, the switch to its successor Windows 11 is only taking place…
By Siôn Geschwindt Four billion years ago, Earth was a fiery, tumultuous world of molten rock, volcanic eruptions, and toxic skies, with searing heat and the constant threat of asteroid impacts. Thankfully, our planet has cooled off a bit since…
By Deepti Pathak Have you ever received a message with ‘YW’ and wondered what it meant? Don’t worry—you’re not… The post What Does ‘YW’ Mean in Text? appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
By Deepti Pathak Capturing the beauty of the night sky has never been easier, thanks to the advanced features… The post How to Enable Astrophotography Mode on Your Pixel? appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
OpenAI has started rolling out a number of new features to ChatGPT, according to Techcrunch. The big news is support for reminders; the feature allows users, for example, to ask ChatGPT to remind them when it’s time to renew an…
When considering new hires, 80% of corporate executives will prioritize skills over degrees, with half planning to increase freelance hiring this year to fill in for a gap in AI and other skills, according to a new study from freelancing…
By Thomas Macaulay Yet another deal has been signed between a publisher and a GenAI leader. Paris startup Mistral and news outlet Agence France-Presse (AFP) announced today that they are combining their services to improve AI responses. The deal provides…
By Deepti Pathak In today’s digital world, texting shortcuts and abbreviations help us communicate quickly. As a result, knowing… The post What Does ‘Igh’ Mean in Text? appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
By Partner Content Do you use YouTube to enjoy your favourite music? If so, you might want to save… The post 4 Easy Ways to Download YouTube Videos to MP3 appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
Microsoft is creating a new engineering group focused on artificial intelligence: Core AI — Platform and Tools. The group combines the company’s Developer Division with the AI Platforms work teams and some employees who previously reported to Microsoft’s CTO. According…
Save me from rich, white men who insist they and their kind are being discriminated against. Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, majority owner (not the founder) of SpaceX, Tesla, and numerous other leading companies, insists that “DEI [Diversity, equity, and inclusion]…
By Partner Content Tracking a phone number is easier than ever, and you don’t need to be a tech… The post How to Track a Phone Number for Free: Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
By Siôn Geschwindt Australian-German startup Quantum Brilliance has raised $20mn in Series A funding as it looks to deploy small, portable quantum accelerators that promise to supercharge the computational power of everything from data centres and robots to satellites. A…
By Thomas Macaulay TNW Conference will be born again this summer. Over 18 years of unforgettable events, countless future tech stars have used our stage as a springboard to success. We’ve driven vast investments, showcased endless innovations, and made friends…
By Deepti Pathak Getting lost in Minecraft can be frustrating, especially when you’ve been exploring. Making a map lets… The post How to Make a Map in Minecraft? appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
Enterprise computers are often the ugly ducklings of the PC world, viewed as dull, slow and less feature-rich than their consumer counterparts. But vendors at last week’s Consumer Electronics Show launched a selection of business machines (alongside their consumer offerings)…
2025’s first Patch Tuesday: 159 patches, including several zero-day fixes
Microsoft began 2025 with a hefty patch release this month, addressing eight zero-days with 159 patches for Windows, Microsoft Office and Visual Studio. Both Windows and Microsoft Office have “Patch Now” recommendations (with no browser or Exchange patches) for January….
3 Easy Ways to Download YouTube Videos to WAV
By Hisan Kidwai It’s no secret that YouTube has long been the biggest digital library, housing songs, videos, and… The post 3 Easy Ways to Download YouTube Videos to WAV appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
How Apple is in the race for workplace AI
In a few years, every new employee entering the workforce will already have become accustomed to using AI to solve problems and help with tasks – and they’re going to want the same tools at work as those they use…
Digital twins of cities to expand under plans from new Dutch startup Scenexus
By Thomas Macaulay A startup called Scenexus has unveiled plans to build digital twins of cities around the world. A spin-off from Dutch research organisation TNO, Scenexus launched this week with a new platform for urban planning. The software blends…
Support for Microsoft 365 on Windows 10 ends in mid-October
Support for Microsoft 365 ends along with Windows 10PixieMe/Shutterstock Although Microsoft announced some time ago that Windows 10 will only be supported (free of charge) until October 14, 2025, the switch to its successor Windows 11 is only taking place…
This robot worm digs for geothermal energy in your backyard
By Siôn Geschwindt Four billion years ago, Earth was a fiery, tumultuous world of molten rock, volcanic eruptions, and toxic skies, with searing heat and the constant threat of asteroid impacts. Thankfully, our planet has cooled off a bit since…
What Does ‘YW’ Mean in Text?
By Deepti Pathak Have you ever received a message with ‘YW’ and wondered what it meant? Don’t worry—you’re not… The post What Does ‘YW’ Mean in Text? appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
How to Enable Astrophotography Mode on Your Pixel?
By Deepti Pathak Capturing the beauty of the night sky has never been easier, thanks to the advanced features… The post How to Enable Astrophotography Mode on Your Pixel? appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
ChatGPT gets support for reminders and scheduled searches
OpenAI has started rolling out a number of new features to ChatGPT, according to Techcrunch. The big news is support for reminders; the feature allows users, for example, to ask ChatGPT to remind them when it’s time to renew an…
Execs are prioritizing skills over degrees — and hiring freelancers to fill gaps
When considering new hires, 80% of corporate executives will prioritize skills over degrees, with half planning to increase freelance hiring this year to fill in for a gap in AI and other skills, according to a new study from freelancing…
GenAI deals with news giants increase as Mistral partners with AFP
By Thomas Macaulay Yet another deal has been signed between a publisher and a GenAI leader. Paris startup Mistral and news outlet Agence France-Presse (AFP) announced today that they are combining their services to improve AI responses. The deal provides…
What Does ‘Igh’ Mean in Text?
By Deepti Pathak In today’s digital world, texting shortcuts and abbreviations help us communicate quickly. As a result, knowing… The post What Does ‘Igh’ Mean in Text? appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
4 Easy Ways to Download YouTube Videos to MP3
By Partner Content Do you use YouTube to enjoy your favourite music? If so, you might want to save… The post 4 Easy Ways to Download YouTube Videos to MP3 appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
Microsoft creates new internal unit for AI development
Microsoft is creating a new engineering group focused on artificial intelligence: Core AI — Platform and Tools. The group combines the company’s Developer Division with the AI Platforms work teams and some employees who previously reported to Microsoft’s CTO. According…
The death of DEI in tech
Save me from rich, white men who insist they and their kind are being discriminated against. Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, majority owner (not the founder) of SpaceX, Tesla, and numerous other leading companies, insists that “DEI [Diversity, equity, and inclusion]…
How to Track a Phone Number for Free: Step-by-Step Guide
By Partner Content Tracking a phone number is easier than ever, and you don’t need to be a tech… The post How to Track a Phone Number for Free: Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
Quantum Brilliance secures $20M for portable diamond-based accelerators
By Siôn Geschwindt Australian-German startup Quantum Brilliance has raised $20mn in Series A funding as it looks to deploy small, portable quantum accelerators that promise to supercharge the computational power of everything from data centres and robots to satellites. A…
TNW Conference 2025 is reborn — with a new startup mission
By Thomas Macaulay TNW Conference will be born again this summer. Over 18 years of unforgettable events, countless future tech stars have used our stage as a springboard to success. We’ve driven vast investments, showcased endless innovations, and made friends…
How to Make a Map in Minecraft?
By Deepti Pathak Getting lost in Minecraft can be frustrating, especially when you’ve been exploring. Making a map lets… The post How to Make a Map in Minecraft? appeared first on Fossbytes. Source:: Fossbytes
At CES, PC makers aim for business, highlight AI-ready hardware
Enterprise computers are often the ugly ducklings of the PC world, viewed as dull, slow and less feature-rich than their consumer counterparts. But vendors at last week’s Consumer Electronics Show launched a selection of business machines (alongside their consumer offerings)…