Top tech stories today: October 17, 2024

APNIC releases new registry API for users

APNIC has launched a new registry API, providing users with a streamlined and automated way to access and manage registry data for better operational efficiency. Read more

Elon Musk backs India’s satellite spectrum strategy

Elon Musk defended India’s satellite spectrum allocation plans, supporting the country’s vision to expand space tech capabilities and boost its global telecommunications role. Read more

Amazon embraces nuclear energy for data centers

Amazon is exploring nuclear power as a solution to meet the growing energy demands of its data centers, pushing toward sustainable and reliable energy sources. Read more

Apple introduces branded stamp for calls and emails

Apple is rolling out a new feature that adds branded stamps to calls and emails sent via iPhones, aiming to improve verification and security for users. Read more

América Móvil to continue aggressive 5G expansion

Mexican telecom giant América Móvil, led by Carlos Slim, plans to keep pushing 5G network expansion into 2025, aiming for wider coverage across the Americas. Read more

Robinhood launches desktop platform with new features

Robinhood has introduced a new desktop platform, adding advanced charting tools and new features to improve user experience for both beginner and advanced investors. Read more

Meta plans layoffs in WhatsApp, Instagram teams

Meta is reportedly planning another round of layoffs, targeting teams within WhatsApp, Instagram, and Reality Labs as the company restructures its workforce. Read more

Apple teamed with Chinese automaker for EV battery

Apple reportedly collaborated with a Chinese automaker to develop a battery for its now-canceled electric vehicle project, showcasing efforts in the automotive sector. Read more

XPanceo debuts AR smart contact lens at GITEX

XPanceo has unveiled its new augmented reality smart contact lens at GITEX Global 2024, offering groundbreaking technology for immersive experiences through wearable AR. Read more

Satellite IoT market expected to quintuple by 2028

The global satellite IoT market is projected to grow fivefold by 2028, driven by rising demand for low-power, wide-area connectivity in remote locations. Read more

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Vionna Fiducia Theja

Vionna Fiducia Theja is a passionate journalist with a First Class Honours degree in Media and Communication from the University of Liverpool. A storyteller at heart, she delves into the vibrant worlds of technology, art, and entertainment, where creativity meets innovation. Vionna believes in the power of media to transform lives and spark conversations that matter. Connect with her at v.zheng@btw.media.

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