Spotify expects significant fourth-quarter profit, driven by robust user growth and recent price increases. The audio-streaming company forecasts an operating income of 620 million euros (USD 723.04 million) for the quarter, exceeding analysts' estimates. Credit: SPOTIFY This projection follows the organisation's strong third-quarter earnings, which also surpassed expectations. Founder-Chief Executive Officer Daniel Ek is scheduled to transition to executive chairman in Jan.

Apple is preparing to launch a budget Mac in the first half of next year, marking its first entry into the low-cost laptop market, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday. This new device aims to attract customers currently using Google's Chromebooks and entry-level Windows personal computers.

Dictionary.com has selected the viral term "6-7" as its word of the year. This choice reflects linguistic trends and social events, according to the organisation. Despite the selection, Dictionary.com stated it is "still trying to figure out exactly what it means."

YouTube TV has proposed restoring Disney’s ABC and ESPN networks. This proposal follows the entertainment giant’s earlier request to bring back ABC to the pay-TV platform for Election Day coverage. Credit: DISNEY Disney had asked Google’s YouTube TV to reinstate ABC for Election Day coverage, citing public interest. This request came days after its networks became unavailable on the pay-TV platform. YouTube stated in a blog post that fulfilling Disney’s request for Election D

Meta is ramping up its efforts to protect Singaporeans from scams across its multiple platforms. Credit: Meta The social media giant announced it’s rolling out new tools on WhatsApp and Messenger that are designed to make it easier for users to protect themselves online. In Singapore, WhatsApp users will now receive an on-screen alert if they attempt to share their screen with someone who isn’t saved in their contacts during a video call. Meta says this new safeguard is desig

Online retailer Shein has removed child-like sex dolls from sale after a complaint from the French consumer watchdog, Directorate-General for Competition, Consumer Affairs, and Fraud Control. The company stated the products were immediately removed from its platform. Credit: SHEIN The Directorate-General for Competition, Consumer Affairs, and Fraud Control, or DGCCRF, had stated late on Saturday it spotted the dolls on the website along with several other pornographic items,

Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed establishing a global body to govern artificial intelligence at a meeting of APEC leaders. This initiative aims to position China as an alternative to the United States regarding trade cooperation. Credit: Ministry of Foreign AffairsPeople’s Republic of China These comments mark the first time the Chinese leader has spoken on an initiative Beijing unveiled this year. The United States has previously rejected efforts to regulate artificial

New independent research from Counterpoint Research, detailed in a Google blog, indicates Android devices offer superior protection against phishing, malware, and theft compared to iPhones. Google's Android and Messages teams shared these findings, highlighting Android's security leadership.

The global virtual reality market is projected to reach USD 67.6 billion. This powerful technology is enabling artists to create deep emotional experiences and redefine storytelling. More than 171 million people worldwide are estimated to use virtual reality technology.

Netflix is actively exploring a bid for Warner Bros Discovery's studio and streaming business. The video streaming service has retained Moelis & Co, a financial advisor, and gained access to financial information for a prospective offer. Credit: NETFLIX Moelis & Co, an investment bank, previously advised Skydance Media on its successful bid for Paramount Global. Netflix has been granted access to the data room, which contains financial details necessary to make a bid. Credit:

Jetson, a pioneering personal aerial vehicle company, recently showcased its Jetson One aircraft at an invitation-only UP.Summit, featuring the world's first Jetson One race. Concurrently, the company announced its first customer delivery to Palmer Luckey, co-founder of Oculus and Anduril.

Samsung has showcased a new folding phone model, part of its Galaxy Z series, signalling an upcoming addition to its range of mobile devices. The unveiling occurred at the Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation summit in Gyeongju, South Korea. Credit: Universe Ice The device was presented behind a transparent display, featuring animations that demonstrated its unique folding action. Two physical units, one open and one closed, were also visible behind the screen. Credit: DAILAN U