Instagram users can now share text and other forms of content through the company’s new app, Threads. “Whether you’re a creator or a casual poster, Threads offers a new, separate space for real-time updates and public conversations. We are working toward making Threads compatible with the open, interoperable social networks that we believe can shape … continue reading
Today, the Data Protection Commission (DPC) has announced that two inquiries into the data processing operations of Meta Platforms Ireland Limited (Meta Ireland) revolving around the delivery of its Facebook and Instagram services, have been concluded. Meta Ireland was fined €210 million due to breaches of the GDPR having to do with the company’s Facebook … continue reading
Alphabet Inc. has announced that Eric Schmidt will be transitioning from being the Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors to a technical advisor to company as well as serving on the board. “Since 2001, Eric has provided us with business and engineering expertise and a clear vision about the future of technology,” said Larry … continue reading
Your little ones and delayed little ones are likely on their way to class right now as you read this. If not, those days are just around the corner. So that everyone can be on the same page, and so that learning can continue throughout your lives, we present a comprehensive list of links to … continue reading
Earlier this year, Microsoft announced the HoloLens Academic Research Grant Program in order to encourage academic institutions to create holographic computing experiences. Today the company has announced the award recipients, which include Carnegie Mellon, Dartmouth, Virginia Tech, Clackamas Community College, and the University of California, Berkeley. Recipients will be awarded US$100,000 and two Microsoft HoloLens … continue reading
Multiple versions of the C++ programming language are in various stages of development, and tech companies such as Facebook and Microsoft are trying to keep up with feature support. Facebook is focusing on augmenting the capabilities C++ 11, the C++ standard published back in 2011 that was superseded by C++ 14 last year. The company … continue reading
