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Jack Dorsey's Square on Tuesday announced that it has purchased approximately 3,318 bitcoins at a total purchase price of $170 million.

Weekly Bytes | Dorsey’s Square buys bitcoins worth $170 million, Zoom’s automatic closed captions, and more

Here's our curated list of important tech news from this week in byte size.

Some have alleged that lax security practices at SolarWinds led to the breach.

Tech execs face round two of Congressional grilling over SolarWinds breach

A spokeswoman told Reuters Hyundai was collaborating with its suppliers to maintain stable production.

Hyundai bought chips when rivals didn't; its assembly lines are still rolling

Reuters The South Korean automaker kept buying chips even as rivals cut orders to reflect diminished demand because of the pandemic

Google users can now schedule delivery of their messages.

Google users can now schedule delivery of their messages

Aditya Saroha With the new send in messages feature, users can compose a message and schedule its delivery time.

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CEO of Twitter Jack Dorsey. File

Twitter intends to make its content moderation practices more transparent: Jack Dorsey

PTI The norms on social media come within weeks of a spat between the government and Twitter.

Admins can also map the growth of their channels by tracking what sources users are joining from.

Telegram users get disappearing messages feature

Sowmya Ramasubramanian Facebook-owned WhatsApp rolled out the disappearing messages feature in November last year, allowing users to send messages in both private chats and groups that vanish after seven days

The updates have come at a time when Facebook is facing criticism for its inability to curb harmful content on its platform.

Facebook adds features to curb child exploitation content on its platform

Sowmya Ramasubramanian The social network has also added an option for users to report any content that violates child safety policy by clicking “involves a child” under the “Nudity & Sexual Activity” category

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The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro review: worth the ₹18k price tag?

Divya Kala Bhavani The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro come with Intelligent ANC. But is it worth the buying power?

Surface Pro 7+ retains the Surface form factor, and offers portability and convenience of a tablet along with the power and productivity of a laptop. | Picture by special arrangement.

Microsoft launches Surface Pro 7+, Hub 2S 85” in India

Ishan Patra Surface Pro 7+ features a removable SSD for data retention, which in combination with Microsoft BitLocker protection, makes it easy for customers to retain sensitive data if something happens to their device.

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Google is building subsea cable for faster data transmission

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Diginex launches new Singapore cryptoexchange ahead of Nasdaq listing

Japan lawmakers to urge govt to put curbs on TikTok use: NHK

GitHub announces public roadmap for developer community

Microsoft lets parents control kids’ access to digital content on phones, PCs and Xbox

A navigation system powered by machine learning is training robots to recognise objects

The robots can now focus on learning the relationships between objects and room layouts. It also enables the robot to navigate its way from point A to point B, in the quickest possible manner.

Organisations in India lost ₹14 crore on average to data breaches in Aug 19- Apr 20: IBM

As per the findings, malicious attacks accounted for 53% of the total breach, system glitches accounted for 26%, while 21% of breaches were due to human error

Wearables maker Garmin says it was hit by cyberattack

The company said that many of its online services were also interrupted, including website functions, customer support, customer facing applications, and company communications.

Twitter temporarily restricts Donald Trump Jr.'s account over COVID-19 video

The eldest son of U.S. President Donald Trump posted a since-deleted tweet on Monday with a viral video of doctors talking about the drug hydroxychloroquine.

Vizag youth builds ‘indigenous’ file-sharing app

It claims to rival popular Chinese apps that were banned recently

Ministry of Earth Sciences launches new app to provide weather reports

The app will allow users to access weather forecasts, radar images and warnings of impending weather events. It is available on Google Play Store and App Store.

We started sustainability way before customers even asked: Justin Lyles, Dell

Justin Lyles, Vice President of Advanced Design at Dell Technologies, talks about the future of the American tech brand’s XPS line

Qualcomm announces Quick Charge 5 charging solution

The company claims its new Quick Charge technology can charge a device powered by a 4,500mAh battery from 0 to 50% in five minutes, and from empty to 100% in 15 minutes. In addition, the new charging platform will also support over 100W charging power in a smartphone.

Hyundai races to electric as Tesla takes off

Euisun Chung, leader of the Hyundai Motor Group conglomerate that also includes Kia Motors, has held a series of meetings since May with his counterparts at Samsung, LG and SK Group, which make batteries and electronic parts.

Samsung launches smartphone for ₹5,499

The product will be available from July 29 across Samsung’s retail stores, Samsung Opera House, Samsung.com and leading online portals.

Intel ousts its chief engineer, shakes up technical group after delays

Intel said it is reorganizing its technology, systems architecture and client group. Its new leaders will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Bob Swan.

Some Samsung Galaxy phones can carry Germany’s national electronic ID

Only the ID issuing organization and authorized device can access a user’s personal data, and upon verification, the eID will be stored securely on the smartphone, giving users full control over their data.

Microsoft teams up with NBA to create virtual fans

More than 300 virtual fans will appear live on the 17-foot-tall LED screens fixed on three sides of the arena during the NBA games starting July 30. These fans will be viewing the games using the Together mode in Teams.

Oppo Find X2 review: As good as it gets

Oppo’s latest offering, the Find X2, matches its high price with the performance and class expected of a flagship product

Samsung Galaxy Buds+ review: a jazzed up audio experience

Despite connectivity issues, the Galaxy Buds+ from Samsung are a good investment for those who on the lookout for in-ear earbuds with strong battery life

US is planning a nationwide quantum internet

The DoE claims scientists can make virtually unhackable networks using this technology as quantum transmissions are difficult to eavesdrop on as information passes between different locations.

Global prospects dim for China's tech champions as great powers clash

Chinese companies with world-beating technology -- including drone-maker DJI, artificial intelligence firms Megvii, SenseTime and iFlytek, surveillance camera vendor Hikvision and e-commerce conglomerate Alibaba Group -- are also among those losing access to markets.

Software giant SAP to spin off Qualtrics and take it public

SAP says Qualtrics has already been operating with greater autonomy than most of SAP’s acquisitions but going public will help it expand its customer base.

Chinese apps among most downloaded TikTok alternatives after app ban

With about eight million installs, Zili has grown 167 percent, in the three weeks following the ban. And Snack Video has been downloaded about 10 million times, in the same period.

Microsoft's new offerings in Teams include third-party app integrations, Walkie-Talkie and more

The technology company will now allow developers and independent software vendors to integrate their apps and services into Teams meetings, providing more options to interact and collaborate.

Facebook announces App Lock, privacy controls for Messenger

The App Lock feature can be turned on by using Touch ID or Face ID on users’ iPhones and iPads. The new feature will be available to Android users in the coming months, Facebook said.

NPCI introduces auto debit option in UPI for recurring payments

Users will continue to have control over payments being made even when they are set for auto-debit. They will receive notifications on setting up a mandate, pre- and post-transaction alerts, to let the users know that it is made on time, and with their knowledge.

Samsung announces Galaxy Z Flip 5G release date

The Galaxy Z Flip 5G shares the same style and compact form factor as Galaxy Z Flip, which was launched in February. The new variant of the phone has updated 5G radios powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus.

Watch | Smart helmets for COVID-19 screening

A video on smart helmets introduced by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation for COVID-19 screening

Premier League clubs targeted by hackers, UK cybersecurity centre says

The agency highlighted a case where the emails of a Premier League team's managing director were hacked before transfer talks, resulting in the 1 million pounds ($1.27 million) fee nearly falling into the hands of the hackers

Spotify launches first set of video podcasts from select creators

The feature will be available for both free and premium users. The video podcasts will be supported on both the desktop and mobile app.

Twitter says hackers saw messages from 36 accounts

Twitter previously said the attackers tweeted from 45 “verified” accounts, including those belonging to such well-known names as CEOs Elon Musk and Bill Gates and former Vice President Joe Biden.

WhatsApp to partner with more Indian banks in financial inclusion push

The Facebook-owned company, which counts India as its biggest market with 400 million users, has already tied up with banks including ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank, allowing them to communicate with customers via automated text messages on its business service.

Microsoft weathers pandemic, beats Wall Street expectations

The ongoing trend of working and learning from home has fuelled increased demand for Microsoft’s products like email and video conferencing.

Now Netflix content can be streamed on Google Nest and Nest Hub Max

Netflix is the latest streaming service to be supported on Google’s smart displays. Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max, SHOWTIME, and several other apps with mobile cast option can be streamed on Google Nest.

Chromebook launches new features to help users multitask and explore

The new Explore app helps Chrome OS and Chromebook users learn new technology that would otherwise need several pages of instructions and tutorials.

Instagram tests new feature for fundraising

Donors can send money to these fundraisers and have the option to hide their details on the platform from public. However, fund seekers can see the donor’s details and the amount donated.

GPay does not need RBI authorisation as it's not a payment system operator: Google to HC

GPay does not figure in NPCI’s list of authorised “payment systems operators” released on March 20, 2019.

Need a change of scenery during lockdown? WindowSwap helps you refresh your view

Ever wondered what one sees from a window in Brooklyn, Manchester or Istanbul during lockdown? WindowSwap, created by couple Sonali Ranjit and Vaishnav Balasubramanian, takes you there:

Fiat Chrysler, Waymo deepen partnership to develop self-driving trucks

Waymo and FCA have been working together to remove controls from a human driver in automobiles since 2016.

Tesla's spent a year terrifying, electrifying Wall Street

Tesla’s market value is three times that of Ford, General Motors and Fiat Chrysler, combined. A single share of Tesla now goes for nearly $1,600 - a seven-fold increase from a year ago - making it one of the most expensive publicly traded shares in the world.

Xbox head says user is at the centre of gaming experience

Gamers will be able to play over 100 Xbox Game Pass titles on their phone or tablet with the option of cloud gaming under Game Pass Ultimate. This will enable switching between different devices while a gamer continues the gaming experience, right from where they left.

Update Chrome, Safari browsers to avoid remote attack, CERT-In says

CERT’s two statements were marked high severity and stated, “a remote attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by creating a specially crafted webpage on the targeted system.”

Amazon launches live streaming service using Twitch technology

Amazon’s Interactive Video Service (IVS) allows customers to configure and live stream videos through their own website or mobile application

Google Maps launches end-to-end biking directions with bikeshare information

Due to COVID-19, many cities are working on accommodating more riders by widening and adding bike lanes while they continue to encourage cycling.

Watch | All you need to know about pulse oximeters

A video explainer on the non-invasive, low-cost and easy to use pulse oximeter

D-Wave’s quantum computing cloud comes to India

D-Wave’s systems and software have been used in financial modelling, machine learning and route optimization.

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Congress leaders Ghulam Nabi Azad, Anand Sharma, Kapil Sibal, Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Raj Babbar during a meeting in Jammu on February 27, 2021.

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In this file photo taken on October 10, 2018, a demonstrator dressed as Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman with blood on his hands protests outside the Saudi Embassy in Washington, DC, demanding justice for Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

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Indian and Chinese troops during the disengagement process from the banks of Pangong lake area in Eastern Ladakh recently.

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