Content creation
YouTube unveils new website for content creators
The new and revamped site will teach YouTube content creators how to make the most of their channels.
Technology
How to create a 3D Bitmoji on Snapchat
You can now express yourself with over 1200 poses and gestures.
e-hailing apps
Uber updates privacy policy: Here’s how they collect and use your data
Uber said it wants to maintain trust in the relationship it has with its customers.
Mark Zuckerberg
WhatsApp rolls out ‘View Once feature for media: Here’s what we know
Photos and videos will now disappear once the chat has been opened. Here's everything we know about this new feature.
Android
Microsoft announced that Windows 365 is available – what we know
Microsoft has made available resources to help you get started with Windows 365. Read more to find out about them.
Athletes
TikTok sponsors US Cyber Games – Everything you need to know
TikTok is exploring ways to support cyber athletes and teams around the world.
Android
Google services won’t work on old Android OS – Here’s why
If you have an old Android OS, you could be restricted from using Google services. Here's what we know.
Journalism
Twitter joins forces with media to end viral fake news
Twitter’s Curation team, together with The Associated Press (AP) and Reuters, will increase their capacity to prevent the spread of fake news.
Google
Google Pixel 6 smartphone to launch soon with own SoC Tensor
Google said that Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will be powered by Tensor.
Jobs
#TikTokResume: You can now apply for a job through TikTok
Looking for a job? Young content creators can now submit resumes to brands they want to work for, through TikTok.
Google
Turkana Human: Google recognises ancient fossil in Doodles
According to Google, Turkana Human fossil revolutionised knowledge of human evolution.
Apps
Telegram updates: video calls with up to 1000 viewers, Video Messages 2.0, and more – what we know
You can now host a party on a group call with 1000 viewers. Here's what we know.
Android
Google Play: Everything you need to know about Google’s upcoming safety section
All Google Play store apps will be required to share information in the safety section. Here's what we know.
Apple
Apple announced Garageband updates for iPhone and iPad – what we know
The app will now help people unlock more of their musical creativity with all-new Sound Packs from some of today’s top artists and producers.
Cybersecurity
Instagram announced it will be defaulting minor accounts to private – what we know
Instagram will default users under 16 to private accounts. Here's what we know.
Apps
Uber Eats introduces new Delivery Services Agreement to South Africans
Uber Eats said that South African customers have to sign a new agreement.
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI): Five things you probably didn’t know about it
You might not be aware of it, but Artificial Intelligence (AI) is present in your everyday life. Here are five things you probably didn't know about AI.
Netflix
Netflix vs Hulu: Which streaming platform is the best?
Which streaming platform is better between Netflix and Hulu? Here's our take.
Google
How to use Google Augmented Reality on your device
Augmented Reality lets you interact with digital content in the real world. Here's how you can use this Google feature on your smart device.
Cyberattack
REvil group reportedly rebrands to BlackMatter: What we know
Rumour has it REvil is back with a different name, BlackMatter.
Apple
Apple Pay: Apple reportedly working on “buy now, pay later” feature
You may be able to purchase on tab even if you don't have Apple Card.
Amazon
Facebook satellite team joins Amazon – what we know
The acquired team will be working on Project Kuiper.
Instagram
Twitter Fleets is shutting down – what we know
It seems like we won't see the Fleets ever again. Here's why.
Microsoft
Windows 365: Microsoft unveils cloud-based office suite
Windows 365 will let you stream to any device.
Microsoft
Microsoft is bringing back Clippy in Office
Microsoft is redesigning its emoji set and it seems like Clippy will come back to replace the paper clip emoji.
Gaming
YouTube adds three new features for gaming creators and live-streamers
YouTube adds three new features to make interacting with your live audience as a streamer easier.
Apple
Top five wearable fitness trackers
Fitness trackers can offer you guidance on how hard you should be pushing yourself.
Facebook
Facebook launches Community Standards e-course – what we know
The Facebook e-course will help you avoid violations that could fumble with your monetisation opportunities.
Olympics
Olympics 2021: YouTube has partnered with broadcasters around the world to bring Tokyo to you
YouTube is bringing Tokyo straight to your screens!
Cybercrime
“To be clear, scraping isn’t always bad” – LinkedIn on scraped data
LinkedIn informs members of scraped data, warns them of information they’re making available on the platform.