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Tech Tip – Keep ChatGPT Conversations Going While Using Other Apps

You don’t need to stop your ChatGPT conversations just because you switch apps or lock your phone – there’s a handy feature to keep the chat flowing in the background. Here’s how it works: How to: – Open the ChatGPT app and tap the two-line menu button in the top-left corner. – Press your account … Continue reading Tech Tip – Keep ChatGPT Conversations Going While Using Other Apps


Featured Article : Altman Rejects Musk’s $97 Billion Offer

In a striking rebuke to Elon Musk, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently rejected a $97.4 billion acquisition bid led by Musk and his AI startup, xAI. Long-Running Tech Feud Altman’s decision has intensified the long-running feud between the two tech giants, bringing into focus their starkly different visions for the future of artificial intelligence (AI). … Continue reading Featured Article : Altman Rejects Musk’s $97 Billion Offer


Tech Insight : UK and US Refuse To Sign Paris Summit AI Declaration

At the recent Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit in Paris, the UK and the United States refused to sign an international declaration advocating for “inclusive and sustainable” AI development. 60 Other Nations Signed It With 60 other nations (including China, France, India, and Canada) endorsing the agreement, the absence of two major AI powerhouses has ignited some … Continue reading Tech Insight : UK and US Refuse To Sign Paris Summit AI Declaration


Tech News : Almost Half of Young People Have Been Scammed Online

A new study in Wales has shown that nearly half (46 per cent) of young people aged 8 to 17 have fallen victim to online scams, with 9 per cent (including children as young as eight) having lost money to fraudulent schemes. Scams A Regular Part of Online Life For Young People A recent study … Continue reading Tech News : Almost Half of Young People Have Been Scammed Online


Tech News : Law Firm Restricts AI Access After Surge in Usage

It’s been reported that international law firm Hill Dickinson has introduced new restrictions on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools following a sharp increase in staff engagement with the technology. What Happened? The development was first reported by the BBC after it allegedly obtained an internal email from Hill Dickinson’s senior management. The email … Continue reading Tech News : Law Firm Restricts AI Access After Surge in Usage


Company Check : Italian Spyware Firm Accused of Distributing Malicious Apps

According to TechCrunch, it’s alleged that Italian spyware maker SIO has been distributing malicious Android apps designed to masquerade as WhatsApp and other widely used applications while covertly harvesting sensitive data from targeted devices. The spyware, dubbed ‘Spyrtacus,’ has been operating undetected for years, raising fresh concerns about government-backed surveillance tools and the extent of … Continue reading Company Check : Italian Spyware Firm Accused of Distributing Malicious Apps


Security Stop Press : Cyber Criminals Exploit Trusted Platforms in LOTS Attacks

Cyber criminals are exploiting trusted services like Microsoft, Google, and DocuSign to deliver malware and phishing attacks. Known as Living off Trusted Services (LOTS), this tactic allows them to evade detection by leveraging widely used platforms. Mimecast’s H2 2024 Global Threat Intelligence Report flagged LOTS attacks as a growing concern, with over 5 billion threats … Continue reading Security Stop Press : Cyber Criminals Exploit Trusted Platforms in LOTS Attacks


Sustainability-in-Tech : Global Electricity Demand Soaring

The world’s electricity consumption is forecast to rise at its fastest pace in recent years, growing at close to 4 per cent annually through 2027, according to a new report by the International Energy Agency (IEA). The “Age of Electricity” This IEA report states that the sharp acceleration is being driven by a combination of … Continue reading Sustainability-in-Tech : Global Electricity Demand Soaring


Video Update : Get More LinkedIn Connections

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Tech Tip – Right-Click the Start Button for a Quick Admin Menu

You don’t always need to go through multiple menus to access key system tools—there’s a shortcut! Here’s how it works: How to: – Right-click the Start button (or press Win + X). – This opens a hidden menu with direct access to Task Manager, Device Manager, Power Options, and more. – This is ideal for … Continue reading Tech Tip – Right-Click the Start Button for a Quick Admin Menu