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Betterdata, a Singapore-based startup, has raised $1.55 million in an oversubscribed seed round for its programmable synthetic data technology. The platform seeks to keep real data secure while offering benefits for developers, addressing data protection regulations, and boosting resources for machine learning models.

Adalo 2.0, the next-generation no-code responsive app development platform, aims to revolutionize the user experience with a myriad of new features. This powerful tool enables users to create high-quality, customized applications seamlessly for a variety of devices and publish them on multiple platforms.

Bubble.io has introduced a new pricing model based on Workload Units to better align with the usage of their users' apps.

Microsoft and Epic Systems are expanding their partnership to incorporate GPT-4 in healthcare, aiming to streamline administrative tasks and improve patient care. This collaboration will utilize generative AI technologies to alleviate the burden faced by medical professionals, optimize costs, and promote better healthcare systems.

A recent Juniper Research report projects that mobile network operators will miss out on approximately $1.3 billion in revenue between 2023 and 2027 due to undetected flash calling.

The Medusa ransomware group claims to have stolen Microsoft's Bing and Cortana source code. While Emsisoft researcher Brett Callow found the announcement, the authenticity of Medusa's claims remains unverified.

Security researchers at GoDaddy-owned firm Sucuri found that an inactive WordPress plugin, Eval PHP, is being exploited by hackers to compromise websites. They emphasized securing wp-admin panels and implementing a four-step security plan.

Apple now enables iPhone users with the Apple Card to open a high-yield savings account managed by Goldman Sachs, boasting a 4.15% APY. Seamlessly integrating with Daily Cash rewards, Apple aims to improve users' financial health.

Adobe unveils a suite of AI-powered tools called Adobe Firefly, which could revolutionize video editing. The Firefly-powered programs have the potential to democratize video editing and enable a broader audience to create professional content without mastering complex video editing tools.

Android 14 is on its way, offering a significant upgrade with new features and possibly a fresh look. With developer previews available and the public beta soon to follow, we take a look at the release timeline, supported devices, and exciting new features this version brings.

Adobe Lightroom's latest update brings an AI-powered Denoise tool that reduces grainy noise in images, new Masking options for facial hair and clothing editing, advanced video editing capabilities, and more.

Instagram now allows users to add up to five links in their profile bios, potentially replacing the need for link in bio tools like Linktree.

Meta has agreed to pay $725 million to settle the Cambridge Analytica data breach class-action lawsuit, and eligible Facebook users can now claim their share.

Snapchat introduces a highly-customizable AI chatbot powered by ChatGPT for all users, offering recommendations and helping plan their social lives without leaving the app.

Virtuozzo 2.0 reinvents WordPress hosting, offering automated deployment, scalability solutions, and an upgraded user interface. This bridges the gap between affordable shared hosting and expensive managed WordPress alternatives.

Google is planning to publicly test its AI-enhanced search engine, Project Magi, as competition with Microsoft's Bing grows.

The latest Fiverr Business Trends Index uncovers a 1,000% surge in demand for AI know-how amid an ongoing skills shortage.

Reddit plans to charge companies for access to its API due to concerns over its usage for AI chatbot training. The company will offer pricing tiers designed to accommodate different businesses, offering various usage limits and rights according to each tier.

Android has released Graphics Shapes Version 1.0, offering developers advanced features such as creating and rendering rounded polygonal shapes, automatic animation, and numerous API changes for smoother implementation.

Proton unveils a new product, Proton Pass, a password manager that focuses on privacy and security.

Australian startup Cortical Labs has raised $10 million to develop Organoid Intelligence (OI), a type of AI that merges synthetic biology and human neurons.

French startup Primo aims to provide a single platform to address the IT needs of small and medium-sized companies. Covering device procurement, remote management, security, and support, Primo recently raised a $3.4m funding round to develop its one-stop IT offering.

Fintech startup Accredify, co-founded by self-taught coder Quah Zheng Wei, has raised $7 million in Series A financing led by iGlobe Partners and SIG Venture Capital with participation from existing investors. The company leverages blockchain technology to securely verify documents, and has successfully developed real-time authentication procedures for essential sectors, such as education and healthcare.

Senegalese logistics tech startup Chargel has raised $2.5M in seed funding. Chargel, co-founded by brothers Moustapha and Alioune Ndoye, aims to tackle inefficiencies in the trucking business by matching shippers with transporters, and is already working with some of the world's largest shipping companies.

Cybersecurity startup Halcyon has announced $44 million in Series A funding, led by SYN Ventures and Corner Ventures, to bolster its anti-ransomware strategy by leveraging AI to detect malicious intent. The startup aims to not only mitigate ransomware damage but also lower recovery times for affected businesses.

Explore the latest Node.js 20 with its permissions model for tighter security, ECMAScript module loader hooks that run on dedicated threads, and a wealth of other performance optimizations and new features.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman declared the end of the era of gigantic AI models and dismissed the speculation regarding the development of GPT-5.

Low-code development platforms yield numerous benefits, including increased efficiency and cost reduction, as companies search for new ways to maintain productivity in the wake of economic difficulties.

TypeScript 5.1 beta introduces coding enhancements, such as easier implicit returns for undefined-returning functions, allowing unrelated types for get and set accessor properties, faster type-checking, and more. The final release is scheduled for May 30.

Amazon Web Services CEO Andy Jassy hints at significant changes within the company, highlighting customer relationships and technology as key drivers of success.

Rumors suggest that the forthcoming iOS 17 may include the ability to sideload apps, a feature that has been available for Android devices for some time. This article delves into the concept of app sideloading, its pros and cons, and the impact on iOS users.

Amazon introduces an AI-powered Dialogue Boost feature on Prime Video, enabling clearer dialogue in movies for improved viewing experiences.

Microsoft has unveiled new features for the C# 12 language, such as primary constructors for non-record classes, alias support for any type, and default values for lambda expression parameters. These enhancements are part of the latest .NET 8 and Visual Studio 17.6 previews.

The forthcoming long-term support release of standard Java, JDK 21, is set to launch in September. Key features include sequenced collections, virtual threads, string templates, and a foreign function and memory API preview.

The RESTRICT Act, a proposed US legislation to address national security concerns, faces a debate in the tech industry, with arguments about the necessity of protecting national interests versus potential negative impacts on innovation and cross-border collaboration among developers.

Ditto comes out of stealth mode, raising $45 million in a Series A funding round to provide an efficient distributed database, ensuring the seamless synchronization of data across devices and environments.

Berlin-based startup Qdrant has raised $7.5 million in seed funding to support the growth of its open-source vector search engine and database.

German-based Tanso has raised €6.5 million for its Carbon Footprint software, aiming to help the industrial manufacturing sector streamline sustainability reporting and carbon accounting.

San Francisco startup Kindred secures $15M in Series A funding to expand its members-only home-swapping network, offering more affordable travel options and a unique lodging experience for users.

Stability AI has released a collection of open-source AI text-generating models called StableLM, designed to compete with OpenAI's GPT-4.

In a US Congressional hearing on consumer protection, FTC chair Lina Khan and other commissioners spotlighted the risk of AI technologies like ChatGPT turbocharging fraud.

Wavelength aims to transform group chat through threaded conversations, advanced privacy features, and AI integration. The app is designed for organized discussions, with or without AI, and is available on iOS and Mac for individual and organizational use.

No-code startup Softr adds Google Sheets to its list of integrations, empowering non-developers to create tools and achieving impressive revenue growth in a rapidly expanding market.

Nintex has disclosed a transition plan for Nintex Workflow for Office 365 customers, following Microsoft's decision to retire the SharePoint 2013 workflow engine in Microsoft Office 365. The Nintex Upgrade Program will provide a smooth transition to the modern, cloud-hosted Nintex Automation Cloud.

Cloud complexities are creating challenges for businesses, with 98% IT leaders impacted.

Microsoft Teams is expanding its live translated captions service for mobile users, making high-stakes global calls more inclusive. This feature, available in August 2023, will be limited to Microsoft Teams Premium subscribers.

Apple's iOS 17 update may not include any groundbreaking features, but it prepares for the EU's Digital Markets Act, with significant changes such as sideloading and third-party app stores potentially impacting app developers and platforms like AppMaster.

As blockchain technology evolves, its potential application in enterprise settings becomes clearer.

Capital One has leveraged Python and its rich ecosystem to build powerful and scalable serverless applications, emphasizing customer experience and business value.

Harness, a software delivery platform provider, has launched the Continuous Integration (CI) module and Harness Feature Flags to improve integration and functionality with Jira Software.

Android Studio Flamingo introduces a plethora of new features, including Jetpack Compose, Material 3 templates, and live editing capabilities for Compose UIs. Developers can now preview themed app icons, leverage dynamic color in apps, and access enhanced inspection tools.

U.K. based credit card startup Yonder has raised £12.5 M ($15.4 M) in an equity round to fuel their global expansion strategy.

Led by StepStone Group with participation from Aleph, Third Point, and Greycroft, accounting automation firm Trullion raises an additional $15 million.

Google is reported to be working on using generative AI for creating ad campaigns automatically. This technology utilizes limited input material to generate complete ads in different variations, specifically targeting audiences or goals.

GoDaddy has integrated Tap to Pay on iPhone technology, making mobile payments easier for US-based merchants without the need for additional POS systems. The collaboration enables businesses to accept various contactless payment methods, including contactless debit and credit cards, Apple Pay, and other digital wallets.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently revealed that the company is not currently working on GPT-5, but rather focusing on enhancing GPT-4. This comes as a response to concerns raised by AI experts who called for a pause on AI model development beyond GPT-4.

InstallAware has released Multi Platform Beta 4 with enhancements in IDE visual designers, setup engine, and more. This creates an optimized experience for developers using the platform for macOS and Linux application repackaging.

Germany-based Equipme, an XaaS platform offering B2B marketplace and asset management, has raised $3.8 million in seed funding led by La Famiglia VC.

Intellia, a Dubai-based startup leveraging remote talent in emerging markets, aims to disrupt the multibillion-dollar management consulting industry.

Superchat, an AI chat app developed by Gorilla Technologies, lets users engage with historical and fictional characters via OpenAI's ChatGPT. Targeting a younger demographic, the app makes AI technology more accessible and appealing by offering a unique messaging experience with multiple virtual characters.

Microsoft's Semantic Kernel SDK simplifies the process of integrating large language models (LLMs) like GPT into code. It offers an operating system-like behavior for LLM APIs, managing complex prompts, orchestrating operations, and ensuring focused output.

Barcelona-based startup Innovamat has raised $21 million in a Series A round, led by edtech industry leader Reach Capital, to expand its unique approach to math education that focuses on problem-solving from kindergarten up to 18 years old.

Odeko, a company providing supply chain management tools to independent coffee shops and cafés, raises $53 million in Series D funding.

London-based medical imaging startup Scan.com has raised $12 million in Series A funding to forge ahead in expanding their services in the UK and the US. The company provides a platform for patients to access medical imaging services without long NHS waiting times, offering a faster and more convenient healthcare pathway.

Elon Musk invests in a new AI project at Twitter, contradicting his previous calls for a pause on AI development. Reportedly acquiring 10,000 GPUs, the initiative could involve upgrading Twitter's search or ad serving tools through large language models (LLMs).

Microsoft Teams is set to enhance user experience by introducing green screen technology for virtual backgrounds, promising improved detail and accuracy without additional software or hardware.

VMware streamlines application development with its Tanzu Kubernetes and Aria multi-cloud management updates.

French startup Fleet has expanded from renting out MacBooks to providing a wide range of workplace solutions, including smartphones, tablets, accessories, and furniture.

Bristol-based startup Loopin secures $1.9 million in seed funding for its innovative AI-driven workplace morale monitoring platform.

WhatsApp's latest Android beta version enables users to edit and add new contacts directly within the app. The update provides a more integrated and user-friendly interface, reducing time spent on launching separate applications.

Google encourages developers to create IoT apps for vehicles using Android for Cars App Library, which offers driving-optimized templates to ensure compatibility with different car systems.

Parabola announces new AI that leverage GPT's power of interpretation, enabling non-technical teams to automate and collaborate on data workflows.

Kinetech has introduced the CardConnect Module, enabling payment processing on the Mendix appstore.

Twitter's CEO Elon Musk has set a controversial deadline for the removal of all legacy blue checks on the platform.

The rapidly improving AI-based tools like ChatGPT are becoming popular for generating college essays, creating a new challenge for higher education institutions. While some students view it as a useful tool, others consider it cheating. It's high time universities and educators figure out AI's impact on student learning and develop new tools to recognize AI-generated content.

In the face of evolving AI technologies and Bing's newfound growth due to ChatGPT, search engine giant Google feels under threat.

Italy's data protection authority, the GPDP, has announced its willingness to lift the ChatGPT ban if OpenAI meets specific conditions by April 30th, 2023.

The Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) has launched the first edition of its Supply-chain Levels for Software Artifacts (SLSA) language, focusing on enhancing software supply chain security.

Generative AI models are expected to further enhance low-code and no-code application development, creating new intelligent developer tech tools and speeding up development cycles. Analysts predict that combining visual developer interfaces and generative AI will lower entry barriers and empower citizen developers to create applications more effectively.

French startup Forest Admin has rolled out a cloud-based version of their low-code platform tailored to create flexible back-end admin panels for operations teams. With this new version, companies can integrate the service with an SQL database to manage their business, streamlining data interaction and integration with third-party solutions like Stripe, Mixpanel, and Intercom.

iDrive has upgraded its S3-compatible object storage platform, iDrive e2, by moving to enterprise-grade SSD storage. This change aims to enhance performance, reliability, and scalability while setting iDrive apart from competitors in the industry.

Seed Group, a company of Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum's Private Office, partners with no-code low-code platform Quixy to simplify enterprise solution-building in the UAE and Middle East. The strategic partnership aims to empower the corporate landscape, offering online services that streamline processes and workflows, making organizations more efficient and effective.

FerretDB 1.0 has been released as a truly open source alternative to MongoDB, providing a stateless proxy that converts MongoDB protocol queries to SQL using PostgreSQL as the database engine. FerretDB aims to bring MongoDB database tasks back to their open source roots.

SAP plans to integrate a new governance feature into its low-code and no-code platform, Build, to enable IT teams to monitor application usage, performance, and data access. This feature is expected to arrive soon, although a timeline has not been provided.

Google’s WebGPU promises to revolutionize browser gaming with enhanced graphics and performance. This new API, developed in collaboration with tech giants, is also useful for productivity apps and machine learning.

Alibaba has unveiled a ChatGPT rival called Tongyi Qianwen and a service to create custom LLMs for customers, demonstrating the company's commitment to advancing AI and ensuring its widespread adoption in various industries.

GrapeCity introduces ComponentOne 2023 v1, their first major software release of the year. It boasts advanced features and enhancements, including a multi-column combobox for WinForms, new gauges for WPF edition, and GeoJSON support for maps, ensuring the software remains versatile and accessible for developers.

Microsoft is integrating its ChatGPT-powered AI into Bing search results, allowing users to engage with the chatbot on certain queries. The move raises concerns about accuracy and impact on smaller websites, highlighting broader issues surrounding AI adoption.

Meta Quest VR headsets will now support NBC's Peacock streaming platform, offering users access to more than 90,000 hours of virtual content. The collaboration extends over three years and will bring exclusive content from sports events to popular TV shows.

Microsoft updates Windows 11's Android app support, improving reliability and performance, introducing new features like Picture-in-Picture mode, and enhancing the overall Android app experience on the desktop.

Microsoft's expanding AI integration continues with Bing Chat now available in the SwiftKey beta app for Android.

Strava elevates its workout app experience by integrating Spotify, providing seamless in-app access to an extensive music, podcasts, and audiobooks library. The integration enhances the user experience for fitness enthusiasts while demonstrating a focus on social integration.

As the demand for technical talent in non-tech industries rises, low-code/no-code adoption accelerates exponentially.

Web.com introduces MySchedulr, an online appointment scheduling tool to streamline bookings and payment processing for small service-based businesses. The platform connects to payment providers and integrates with Web.com's website builder packages.

Discover why faster developer feedback time is crucial for enterprises in the competitive digital landscape and learn how businesses are accelerating it to reduce time to market, minimize costs, and improve software quality.

Explore the four stages of mobile software testing maturity and learn how organizations can progress their mobile testing strategy by leveraging advanced automation techniques, enabling them to deliver exceptional user experiences.

No-code platforms continue to gain momentum in 2023, with the market set to grow to $10 billion. The increasing role of no-code in product approach.

Jotform, a renowned online form creation platform, has reported significant growth across multiple areas of their business, including user and revenue expansion, increased enterprise customer adoption, employee growth, and product innovation. Their user base has now reached 20 million, and 2022 witnessed a 48% revenue increase.

Expedia's new Conversational Trip Planning feature brings ChatGPT integration to its app, offering a more seamless and personalized travel planning experience. Focusing solely on travel, the integration maintains user privacy while providing various itinerary options and suggestions.

Google Earth's upgraded Timelapses feature, with new imagery from 2021 and 2022, allows users to look back on over three decades of change across the globe. The update is hailed as 'the biggest update to Google Earth since 2017' and serves as an important tool for education and exploration.

Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can revolutionize the way enterprises test digital experiences by automating the testing process, optimizing efficiency, improving accuracy, and reducing time and costs associated with testing.

President Biden emphasizes the potential of AI in tackling global difficulties, while insisting on addressing risks and ensuring Americans' rights, safety, and privacy.