Samsung expects Q4 operating profit of $11.4B, up 52% YoY, on revenue of $63B, up ~24% YoY, thanks to improved returns from its contract chip-making business (Jiyoung Sohn/Wall Street Journal)

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Samsung expects Q4 operating profit of $11.4B, up 52% YoY, on revenue of $63B, up ~24% YoY, thanks to improved returns from its contract chip-making business  —  South Korean company benefits from continued strength of the semiconductor business  —  SEOUL— Samsung Electronics Co. is forecasting …

Hackers are sending virus to these Google apps’ users, claims report

Hackers are sending malicious links through comments in Google apps like Docs and Slides primarily to Outlook users -- a known vulnerability that has not been fully closed or mitigated by Google since last year, cyber-security researchers have warned. https://ift.tt/3F3xTaL

Starlink internet service has more than 1.45 lakh users globally: Report

Starlink, the satellite internet division of billionaire Elon Musk's rocket company SpaceX, now has more than 1,45,000 users across 25 countries globally. https://ift.tt/3F2jcVu

E3 2022 will be online-only again due to pandemic

The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), one of the largest yearly events for video games, will once again be an online-only event this summer due to the raging Covid-19 pandemic. https://ift.tt/3F3wMI0

Mozilla pauses crypto donations amid climate impact debate

After facing a backlash, Mozilla, the nonprofit organisation behind the Firefox web browser, has announced to stop taking cryptocurrency donations. https://ift.tt/3eXHKUL

This is how much Apple CEO Tim Cook earned in 2021

Apple CEO Tim Cook's earnings totalled $98.7 million in base salary, stock and other compensation in 2021, media reports said. According to a statement that Apple filed with the SEC, Cook earned a $3 million base salary and he was provided with a stock award of $82,347,835, reports MacRumors. https://ift.tt/3r31SL8

Lenovo Smart Clock 2 with wireless charging dock launched in India: Price, features and more

Lenovo has launched Smart Clock 2 with wireless charging dock in India. The latest version of the Smart Clock allows users to manage their schedule, play music, control other smart devices, and more with just voice commands. https://ift.tt/3n0xOyk

A look at the potential of soccer in the metaverse, as Manchester City and Sony partner to build a virtual version of Manchester City's Etihad stadium (Leo Lewis/Financial Times)

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A look at the potential of soccer in the metaverse, as Manchester City and Sony partner to build a virtual version of Manchester City's Etihad stadium  —  When European football was having conniptions last year over plans for a breakaway Super League, a key theme in the row was the concept of the “real fan”.

19 best gadgets launched in the year 2021

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First foldable iPhone prototypes reportedly under testing, here’s what Apple may be working on

Apple is reportedly experimenting with multiple prototypes for the first foldable iPhone. The company is reportedly concerned about whether the smartphone will remain popular in the long run or will they become obsolete in the future. https://ift.tt/3GbAXDe

Honor Magic V camera and battery leaked ahead of January 10 launch

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China's copyright authority bans digital music platforms from signing exclusive copyright agreements except in special circumstances (Reuters)

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China's copyright authority bans digital music platforms from signing exclusive copyright agreements except in special circumstances  —  China's copyright authority said on Thursday digital music platforms are not allowed to sign exclusive copyright agreements except in special circumstances …

Twitter convenes a team to prepare for Capitol riot anniversary

Twitter said it "convened a cross-functional working group" comprised of members across its site integrity and trust and safety teams, which is specific to the anniversary of the attack on the Capitol and will watch for risks such as tweets and accounts that incite violence. https://ift.tt/3JLq110

Google rolls out 37 bug fixes with first 2022 Chrome browser update

In its first big security update for New Year, Google has rolled out 37 fixes for Windows, Mac and Linux and one of which was rated critical. https://ift.tt/3EYHnEg

Sony announces the first game for PSVR 2 headset: 10 things to know

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