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  • WhatsApp lets you chat without sharing phone numbers – here’s how to claim your username

    A New Era for WhatsApp: Chatting via Username WhatsApp is set to revolutionize the way users communicate by introducing a feature that allows people to chat using a username instead of a phone number. This move, which will be rolled out globally over the next few months, aims to enhance user privacy by eliminating the…

  • Top 5 Stocks to Buy Today: Sumeet Bagadia’s July 1, 2026 Picks

    Market Performance on June 30, 2026 On Tuesday, June 30, the Indian stock market witnessed a decline in both major indices. The Sensex and the Nifty 50 continued their downward trend for the second consecutive session, influenced by heavy selling in IT stocks such as Infosys, TCS, and HCL Tech. The Sensex closed at 76,478.67,…

  • Trump’s Tariffs Boost US Prices as CUSMA Shields Canadian Goods: Reuters Analysis Reveals

    A Historic Tariff Increase With a Smaller-Than-Expected Impact The average tariff collected on U.S. imports rose from approximately 2.4% in 2024 to 9.6% in 2025, reaching its highest level in roughly 80 years. That was a dramatic policy shift, but it remained considerably lower than the rates suggested by some of the administration’s announcements. Headline…

  • Vivo X Fold6 vs OPPO Find N6: Ultimate Foldable Showdown

    Foldable smartphones continue to evolve rapidly, and the Vivo X Fold6 and OPPO Find N6 represent two of the most advanced options available. Both target power users with flagship processors, premium cameras, large foldable displays, and fast charging technologies. While they share many high-end features, each phone focuses on different strengths. The Vivo X Fold6…

  • Microsoft Eyes New Layoffs; 2.5% Workforce at Risk

    Microsoft’s Strategic Shift: Layoffs and AI Investment Microsoft, one of the leading names in the technology sector, is preparing to announce a round of layoffs as part of its broader strategy to navigate the evolving tech landscape. This move comes as part of a larger trend among big tech companies, where job cuts are being…

  • GTA 6 live: Experts Doubt Key Gameplay Feature Will Arrive

    GTA 6: Key Gameplay Features and Industry Speculation Tech experts are not expecting a key gameplay feature that many gamers are hoping for in the upcoming release of GTA 6. Pre-orders for the game are now live, with the title set to launch on 19 November. Two editions are available—standard and ultimate—and those who pre-order…

  • Top 10 brands simplifying business life — AI tools to flexible workspaces

    Elevate Your Tech Known for decades as the UK’s largest independent PC components and gaming specialist, and for its award-winning 3XS high-performance PCs, workstations and servers, Scan Computers has evolved into a leading provider of AI, cloud and advanced computing solutions. As one of only a handful of NVIDIA Elite Solution Partners in the UK,…

  • Should AI Chatbots Show Care for Students? Alberta Teachers Say No

    The Debate Over AI in Schools: Balancing Technology and Human Connection In 2026, the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) made a significant decision at its annual representative assembly. They passed a resolution stating that anthropomorphic artificial intelligence tools—those designed to simulate friendship, counselling, or intimate relationships—should not be introduced into any Alberta K–12 learning environments. This…

  • Top 5 Must-Watch Smartphone Releases in July 2026

    While there won’t be as many new smartphones as we are used to seeing next month due to rising memory costs and the ongoing chip crisis, there are still a few exciting launches lined up for July 2026. Oppo will unveil its Reno 16 mid-range lineup, while Nothing is preparing to launch its Phone (4b)…

  • Edmonton Oilers GM Under Pressure as July 1 Deadline Nears

    Ready for the Challenge It probably isn’t very comfortable being on the clock and on the hot seat at the same time, but that’s where Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman finds himself these days. After an unspectacular draft weekend featuring no first round pick and no trades, and with July 1 fast approaching, Bowman…

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