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  • Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Deploys 40K Team to Secure Global Elections Online |

    New Delhi: Meta, which offers popular apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has said that as global elections continue to dominate headlines in 2024, no tech company is investing more to protect elections online than the social media giant.

    The company said that currently; it has more than 40,000 people working on safeguarding elections online worldwide. The social media giant claimed that it has invested more than $20 billion so far in building teams and technology to protect elections online.

    General elections will be held in South Africa on May 29 this year. “As the election approaches, we’ll activate a South Africa-specific Elections Operations Center to identify potential threats and put mitigations in place in real-time,” Meta said in a statement. (Also Read: Elon Musk Set To Meet PM Modi In New Delhi: Know Why Tesla Is Keen On India Entry?)

    The company said it has the largest fact-checking network with partners in South Africa, fact-checking in English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Sotho, and Setswana languages. “We have been working directly with the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) to help prepare for the elections,” the company informed.

    The company said it has made it easier for its fact-checking partners in South Africa to “find and rate content related to the elections”. “We’ll use keyword detection to group related content in one place, making it easy for fact-checkers to find.” (Also Read: Apple Simplifies iPhone Self-Repair For Consumers; Read Details)

    Before the election day, Meta will launch its ‘Voter Information Unit’ and ‘Election Day Reminder’ features on both the Facebook and Instagram platforms.

  • AI Candidate Could Win US Elections In 2032: Elon Musk |

    New Delhi: Artificial Intelligence (AI) will lead the US Presidential elections in 2032, said Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. He said this on Saturday at the 10th annual Breakthrough Prize ceremony — the world’s largest science award for major advances in fundamental physics, life sciences, and mathematics.

    The Press asked the tech billionaire, who attended the event clad in a classic suit with a bow tie, about the 2024 US Presidential election winner. “Who will win the White House in 2032? Which type of AI? Transformers or fusion?” replied Musk, sharing a hearty laugh. (Also Read: Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Deploys 40K Team to Secure Global Elections Online)

    The billionaire also made funny poses for the press. Last week, in an interview on . (Also Read: Apple Simplifies iPhone Self-Repair For Consumers; Read Details)

    Meanwhile, the ceremony also saw Microsoft Co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates, who recently visited India. He was seen with Paula Hurd, the widow of late Oracle CEO Mark Hurd.

    The Breakthrough Prize, which celebrates advances in fundamental science, was founded in 2012 by Sergey Brin (co-founder of Google), Mark Zuckerberg (founder of Facebook), Priscilla Chan (co-founder of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative), Julia and Yuri Milner. (technology investor and science philanthropist), and Anne Wojcicki (co-founder of 23andMe). Each year, the ceremony awards at least five $3 million prizes for major contributions to physics, life sciences, and mathematics.

  • Spotify Is Testing TikTok-Like Remixing Feature: Here’s What To Expect

    These music editing features might only be accessible through a new paid subscription tier named ‘Music Pro’.

  • Realme Announces Early Bird Sale Offers For Realme P1 5G Ahead Of India Launch; Check Specs

    The early bird sale offers of the Realme P1 5G smartphone will take place on April 15 and is available on Flipkart and realme.com.

  • Good News For TCS Employees! Company Announces Annual Salary Hikes |

    New Delhi: Amid the ongoing move to cost-cutting, there is good news for IT employees. As the new financial year kicks in, TCS, India’s largest IT services company, has declared annual salary increments for its employees. As per the reports, the top performers are set to receive significant raises.

    Official Confirmation

    Milind Lakkad, the Chief HR Officer, stated, “We are pleased to announce the annual increments for our workforce, with top performers receiving double-digit hikes.” (Also Read: Attention: HDFC Bank’s Special Fixed Deposit Scheme Ending On THIS Date)

    How Much Salary Hike Will Employees Get?

    Now, the question may arise in your mind is that how many hikes will employees get? TCS plans to roll out salary hikes ranging from 4.5 percent to 7 percent. (Also Read: Mobile Recharge Prices Expected To Rise After Lok Sabha Elections)

    What Will Be The Basis Of Salary Hike?

    The annual increment will be based on performance. The high-performers are slated to receive double-digit increases.

    Fresh Hiring

    The company intends to add around 40,000 freshers this year.

    TCS Workforce Reduction

    However, despite hiring plans, TCS reported a net reduction of 1,759 employees in the January-March 2024 quarter, bringing the total headcount to 6,01,546.

    Attrition Rate

    The attrition rate in the IT services sector continued its declining trend, standing at 12.5 percent during the March 2024 quarter. Milind Lakkad mentioned, “The reduced attrition rate, along with positive responses to our campus hiring and increased customer engagements, has fostered a vibrant atmosphere in our delivery centers.”

    Financial Performance

    Tata Consultancy Services reported a 9.1 percent growth in its net profit for the March quarter, reaching Rs 12,434 crore. The company’s net profit for the fiscal year 2023-24 increased by 9 percent to Rs 45,908 crore.

    Revenue for the March quarter grew by 3.5 percent to Rs 61,237 crore year on year, with an operating profit margin expansion of 1.5 percent to 26 percent.

  • PM Modi Turns Gamer, Plays ‘Raji: An Ancient Epic’- Know All About The Game |

    New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with a prominent group of Indian gamers on Thursday, highlighting the country’s rapidly growing gaming industry. The gathering saw the participation of seven notable gamers, namely Animesh Agrawal, Naman Mathur, Mithilesh Patankar, Payal Dhare, Tirth Mehta, Ganesh Gangadhar, and Anshu Bisht. During the meeting, discussions centered around various aspects of the gaming sector’s development in India.

    In the meeting with the Prime Minister, the gamers talked about the rising importance of the gaming industry. They pointed out the growing presence of games based on Indian mythology and the government’s recognition of their creative input. (Also Read: Create Games Around World Problems Like Climate Change: PM Modi Tells Creators)

    Following the conversation, PM Modi experimented with different games across various platforms, including virtual reality, mobile, and PC/console games. One of these games was “Raji: An Ancient Epic”. (Also Read: BharatPe Co-founder Ashneer Grover To Introduce ZeroPe App For Medical Loans)

    Hon’ble Prime Minister @narendramodi experienced Raji!!

    We are amazed to see this and are hopeful towards great support for video game development in India! #rajithegame #primeminister #India #gaming #gamedev #indiedev #videogames #games pic.twitter.com/KbyD8ZBXBO — Raji: An Ancient Epic (@rajithegame) April 12, 2024

    What is “Raji: An Ancient Epic”?

    “Raji: An Ancient Epic” is an action-adventure video game created by Nodding Heads Games, an independent game studio located in India. According to the official website, the game takes its inspiration from Indian mythology and culture, with its setting placed in ancient India.

    In 2020, “Raji: An Ancient Epic” launched on multiple platforms such as PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game garnered three awards at the Taipei Game Show 2021: Best Narration, Grand Prix, and Winners Circle Award.

  • Create Games Around World Problems Like Climate Change: PM Modi Tells Creators

    “Create games for change which will not only solve local problems but also address global issues,” PM Modi told the gamers.

  • Mobile Recharge Prices Expected To Rise After Lok Sabha Elections.

    New Delhi: After the Lok Sabha elections, mobile users across the country should brace themselves for higher recharge costs as mobile service providers are gearing up to hike tariffs. This move implies that recharging your mobile phones will become more expensive post-elections, with companies having already laid out their plans for the increase.

    Tariff Hike Estimates

    According to a report by Antique Stock Broking, tariffs in the telecom industry are anticipated to surge by 15 to 17 percent following the general elections. The elections are scheduled to occur in seven phases from April 19 to June 1, with vote counting slated for June 4. (Also Read: Attention: HDFC Bank’s Special Fixed Deposit Scheme Ending On THIS Date)

    Long-Awaited Hike

    The telecom industry has long awaited this tariff hike, and it is widely anticipated that the increase will occur post-election. The report suggests that Bharti Airtel stands to benefit the most from this hike. (Also Read: Swiggy Delivery Partner Caught Stealing Shoes in Viral Video, Company Reacts: Watch)

    The expected hike is estimated to be between 15 to 17 percent, marking the first increase in nearly three years since the last hike of around 20 percent in December 2021.

    Impact On Prices

    For instance, a Rs 300 recharge is predicted to cost Rs 351 after the hike, reflecting the 17 percent increase. The report also highlights the average profit per user (ARPU) of Bharti Airtel, India’s second-largest telecom company, which currently stands at Rs 208 for the financial year 2026-27. There’s a possibility it may rise to Rs 286.

    Market Dynamics

    The report also sheds light on the market dynamics, stating, “We expect Bharti Airtel’s customer base to grow at about two percent per year, while the industry grows at one percent per year.”

    It also notes the market share fluctuations among telecom giants, indicating a decline in Vodafone Idea’s market share from 37.2 percent in September 2018 to 19.3 percent in December 2023.

    Conversely, Bharti’s market share has increased from 29.4 percent to 33 percent during this period, while Jio’s market share has surged from 21.6 percent to 39.7 percent.

  • Electricity Bill Scam: Here’s How To Protect Yourself From Fake Messages |

    New Delhi: In today’s digital age, it’s important to stay informed about emerging scams especially those targeting essential services like electricity payments. Recently, fraudsters have devised a deceitful scheme aimed at tricking individuals, making it imperative for everyone to be alert and knowledgeable about this evolving threat.

    Electricity providers inform customers about their monthly bill amount and deadline through SMS or WhatsApp messages. The fraudsters are misusing this method of communication by sending false messages about unpaid electricity bills to defrauded people. (Also Read: 16th Finance Commission Announces Bumper Job Opening; Salary Upto Rs 1.75 Lakh Per Month –Check Details)

    Many Twitter users have shared that they received similar messages from unknown numbers, stating that their electricity service will be cut off unless they call a provided number right away. (Also Read: Sensex Plunges 793 Points Amid Worries Over Delayed US Rate Cuts)

    Scam alert: A pdf pretending to be from Ministry of Power stating your bill is pending and electricity will be disconnected. Asks to call on a scam number acting as electricity helpline. pic.twitter.com/cJGfn0bcZJ

    — CA Abhishek Murarka (@abhymurarka) March 20, 2024

    In a post on social media platform X, the official handle of PIB Fact Check cautioned consumers about falling victim to this scam. The department clarified that the Ministry of Power had not issued any notice warning customers that their electricity connection would be terminated if they didn’t “update” their bill. “Be cautious while sharing your personal and financial information” advised the PIB Fact Check department.

    Don’t get zapped by this scam!

    A #Fake notice circulating on social media claims that your electricity will be cut off if you don’t ‘update’ your bill#PIBFactCheck

    @MinOfPower has not issued this notice

    Be cautious while sharing your personal & financial information pic.twitter.com/u73K8VhSlH — PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) April 8, 2024

    Here are steps to protect yourself from such scams and determine if a message is fake:

    – Check the message source: Official messages from electricity providers typically come from recognized, official numbers, not personal ones.

    -Beware of urgent demands: Be cautious if a message or caller urges immediate action regarding your electricity bill payment. Scammers often create urgency to prevent careful consideration.

    -Review the message content: Look for spelling and grammatical errors, as well as inconsistencies. Official government notices are usually well-written and error-free.

    -Contact the relevant department directly: If you miss a payment or receive suspicious communication, contact the electricity board or supplier using the official contact details provided on your bills.

  • WhatsApp Testing Meta AI Chatbot In India, Other Markets

    The tech giant launched Meta AI, a general-purpose chatbot that can generate photorealistic images from text prompts and answer user queries within chats in September last year.