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Facebook profits soar but its success might be short-lived

Facebook’s success is rapidly taking flight; however, it’s about to face serious challenges on multiple fronts.   The company’s revenue grew 56 percent year-on-year (YoY) in the second quarter, amounting to $29 billion, according to a statement published on Wednesday.  Facebook’s savvy marketing strategy and technological advancement managed to double its quarterly profit to almost $10.4 billion, $8.7 billion more than what analysts estimated.  If this isn’t impressive enough, then take […]

This is what Facebook will look like in five years

It’s 9 a.m. The average summer heat wave feels less intense today as you’re walking down your neighborhood. The strong craving for a croissant consumes your thoughts as you’re contemplating what to have for breakfast. Out of nowhere, a bakery appears next to you with various croissant options to satisfy your cravings. You stop, choose your breakfast, only to realize […]

mRNA vaccine aim to target flu strains & COVID-19

Moderna has begun human trials for an mRNA vaccine called mRNA-1010, that targets multiple influenza strains, the company announced Wednesday.  The American pharmaceutical and biotechnology firm based in Cambridge, aims on the long run for one seasonal shot for flu, COVID-19, respiratory viruses RSV, and HMPV.  The flu shot is designed to target four strains of influenza viruses that circulate seasonally each year, just like the current quadrivalent flu vaccines on the market.   The four virus […]

Personal 3D printers market to reach $5.44 billion by 2030

Personal 3D printers have been on the rise for quite some time now, as their uses have been leveraged in a plethora of ways to produce anything from dental supplies to 3D figurines; this goes to show the versatility of the technology. According to a new report by MarketsandMarkets, the global personal 3D printers industry […]

Can the telecoms industry boost sustainability?

Although not the biggest culprit of heightened carbon emissions and waste production by far, the telecommunications industry must still make its operations, products and services more sustainable. What should telcos focus on to reduce their environmental impact?   The telecommunications industry contributed 2.6 percent of total global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in 2020, according to the European Telecommunications Network Operators’ (ETNO) Association.   Although the sector isn’t as energy or resource-intensive as the likes of electricity production and […]

Three billion gamers by 2024 as yearly revenues exceed $200 Bn

If you’re a gamer, then it’s a great time to be alive with all the new releases happening on almost every gaming platform; and this has been outlined by Newzoo’s new global games market report for 2021. Powered by just under 3.0 billion gamers, the global games market will generate $175.8 billion via consumer spending in 2021, representing a […]

How Big Tech created a data 'treasure trove' for police

When U.S. law enforcement officials need to cast a wide net for information, they’re increasingly turning to the vast digital ponds of personal data created by Big Tech companies via the devices and online services that have hooked billions of people around the world. Data compiled by four of the biggest tech companies shows that […]

Apple reaffirms privacy stance amid Trump probe revelations

Seeking to protect its image as a guardian of personal privacy, Apple maintains it was blindsided and handcuffed by a Trump administration probe that resulted in the company handing over phone data from two Democratic congressmen. Apple delivered its version of events Friday in response to news reports detailing the U.S. Justice Department’s aggressive attempts […]

How & Why People Engaged With Games During the Pandemic

Since the previous round of research, the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated gaming trends already in motion, leading to an expanded gaming audience and through-the-roof engagement. To that end, our data shows that over half of gamers in North America and Western Europe spent more time gaming since the pandemic began. Will that engagement continue after […]

Broadband speed slow? Try this before you give up

Few things are as rage inducing as broadband speed with a sporadic sleeping schedule, or internet with an attitude. You are in the middle of an online meeting and suddenly everyone is frozen making stupid faces or cutting off mid-sentence. Before you smash your electronic device in misplaced fury, make sure to scratch all the […]