Netflix Earnings Report: Focus on Subscriber Growth Amidst Password Sharing Crackdown
Netflix prepares to release its earnings report, with attention on maintaining subscriber growth amidst challenges posed by password sharing crackdowns. Analysts scrutinize the streaming giant’s strategies, including the adoption of ad-supported tiers and expansion into sports entertainment. 17 April 2024 – As Netflix prepares to report its earnings on Thursday, attention is drawn to its strategy for sustaining subscriber...
Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Forecasts Rapid Growth Towards One Billion Users
Telegram founder Pavel Durov predicts the messaging app’s user base will soon exceed one billion, emphasizing its neutrality amidst geopolitical pressure and scrutiny. Despite challenges, including allegations of Russian influence, Durov remains committed to Telegram’s role as a platform for diverse communication. 17 April 2024 – Pavel Durov, the billionaire behind Telegram, anticipates the messaging app will soon...
Meta Platforms Slashes Subscription Fee for Facebook and Instagram in Europe Amidst Regulatory Pressure
Meta Platforms reduces monthly subscription fee for Facebook and Instagram in Europe from 9.99 euros to 5.99 euros amidst regulatory scrutiny and concerns over privacy implications. 20 March 2024 – In response to mounting pressure from privacy and antitrust regulators, Meta Platforms (META.O) has announced a significant reduction in the monthly subscription fee for Facebook and Instagram in Europe. The fee will be nearly halved,...
Apple Loosens App Store Grip in Europe Under New Regulations
Apple is complying with new EU regulations by allowing app developers to distribute apps directly to users in the EU and use their own in-app payment systems, bypassing Apple’s fees. These changes are part of a broader effort to open up Apple’s app ecosystem. 12 March 2024 – Facing new regulations from the European Union (EU), Apple is making significant changes to its App Store policies in the region. These changes,...
WhatsApp Launches Ramadan Sticker Pack for Enhanced Festive Conversations
WhatsApp has released a new sticker pack for Ramadan, offering users a creative way to share well-wishes and enhance festive conversations. 8 March 2024 – In an effort to enhance the Ramadan experience for its users, WhatsApp has introduced a new sticker pack designed to facilitate meaningful and joyful conversations during this special time of the year. The stickers, available in both English and Bahasa Malaysia, aim to foster...
MoneyX: Your AI-Powered Financial Assistant Arrives in Malaysia
MoneyX, a new AI-powered super app launched in Malaysia, aims to simplify personal finance management by offering data organization, financial insights, and access to various financial products within a single platform. 5 March 2024 – Hextar Vision Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Hextar Technologies Solutions Bhd (HexTech), today announced the official launch of MoneyX, a super app designed to simplify personal finance management for...
Apple Reinforces iMessage Encryption with PQ3 Protocol to Combat Future Quantum Computing Risks
Apple introduces PQ3 protocol to enhance iMessage encryption, anticipating potential threats from quantum computing breakthroughs. The upgrade reflects Apple’s commitment to proactive security measures and ensuring robust protection for user communications against future cyber threats. 23 February 2024 – Apple has announced an upgrade to its iMessage texting platform, introducing a new protocol called PQ3 to fortify its...
WhatsApp Bolsters User Privacy with Enhanced Security Features
WhatsApp introduces new security features including two-step verification and disappearing options, reaffirming its commitment to user privacy and safety. 15 February 2024 – In light of Safer Internet Day, WhatsApp has unveiled new features and recommendations aimed at bolstering user security and privacy. These measures include two-step verification, official app usage advisories, disappearing options for sensitive content, and...
Google’s ChromeOS Flex to Extend Lifespan of Windows Devices Amid End of Support Concerns
Google introduces ChromeOS Flex, allowing businesses to install an auto-updating version of the Chrome operating system on Windows devices, providing ongoing security updates and features like data encryption. This initiative aims to prevent millions of PCs from being discarded after Microsoft’s end of support for Windows 10 in 2025, offering a sustainable solution to extend the lifespan of Windows devices. 15 February 2024...
Spotify Surpasses Expectations with Surge in Users and Subscribers, Shares Surge
Spotify’s Q4 results show a surge in monthly active users and premium subscribers, with a focus on strategic initiatives like price increases and investments in podcasts and audiobooks driving growth. 7 February 2024 – Spotify has exceeded expectations in its fourth-quarter performance, reporting a significant increase in both monthly active users and premium subscribers across all regions. Despite falling slightly short...
Netflix Shatters Records with Unprecedented Q4 Subscriber Surge and Stock Rally
Netflix has reported its largest-ever fourth-quarter subscriber growth, adding 13.1 million subscribers, surpassing projections of 8.97 million. Fueled by popular shows like “The Crown” and strategic investments, the streaming giant’s robust performance contributed to an 8.3% surge in its stock during after-hours trading. 24 January 2024 – On Tuesday, streaming giant Netflix (NFLX.O) exceeded Wall Street...
WhatsApp Revolutionizes Messaging with In-App Sticker Creation for iOS Users
WhatsApp introduces an in-app sticker creation feature for iOS users, allowing them to seamlessly create, edit, and share personalized stickers without leaving the app. This enhancement aims to provide a more engaging and secure messaging experience, with the feature rolling out on iOS 17+ over the coming days. 15 January 2024 – WhatsApp users on iOS can now seamlessly create, edit, and share personalized stickers within the...
WhatsApp Introduces View Once for Voice Messages to Safeguard Sensitive Information
WhatsApp has expanded its privacy features by introducing View Once for voice messages, allowing users to send messages that disappear after being listened to. This enhancement, consistent with the platform’s commitment to user privacy, adds an extra layer of security for sharing sensitive information via voice messages. 11 December 2023 – WhatsApp, a leading messaging platform, has expanded its privacy features by...
WhatsApp’s Latest Update Reinforces Chat Lock Security
Mark Zuckerberg introduces a secret code for Chat Lock on WhatsApp, offering users an additional layer of privacy by allowing them to set unique passwords for locked chats. The feature ensures that sensitive conversations are only visible when the secret code is entered in the search bar, enhancing user privacy. The update reflects WhatsApp’s ongoing commitment to providing robust privacy protections. 5 December 2023 –...
inQubi Unleashes a Digital Pet Revolution with Innovative Companion App
InQubi launches its innovative Companion App in the Asia-Pacific region, offering a free, diverse array of 3D-animated virtual pets. With a focus on user choice, non-intrusive experiences, and future updates featuring advanced features, inQubi aims to redefine the virtual pet experience globally. 14 November 2023 – Driven by an unwavering commitment to innovation, inQubi is on a mission to revolutionize the virtual pet...
Treasure Global and UCSI Hospital Join Forces to Promote Malaysia Healthcare Tourism and Wellness Innovations
Treasure Global and UCSI Hospital have signed an MoU to collaborate on promoting the Malaysia Healthcare Tourism program. This partnership, featuring enogy’s health and wellness products, is expected to boost revenue and offer cutting-edge healthcare solutions, with the potential for a 100% monthly growth in overall gross profits. 2 November 2023 – Treasure Global Inc, a pioneering technology solutions provider, has...
Xiaomi’s Visionary Leap: ‘Grow with Xiaomi’ Strategy Unveiled at MIPC Singapore 2024 for Global Internet Services
Xiaomi’s MIPC Singapore 2024 marked a visionary leap, unveiling the ‘Grow with Xiaomi’ strategy to create a global ecosystem for app and game distribution, content delivery, user growth, and monetization services. The conference showcased Xiaomi’s global expansion and innovations in various internet services, highlighting the company’s significant growth potential. 2 November 2023 – The Xiaomi...
Malaysians Exhibit Diverse Privacy Practices on WhatsApp, Revealing Insights on Global Encryption Day
A survey conducted by WhatsApp on the eve of Global Encryption Day revealed that while 7 in 10 Malaysians consider themselves private individuals who value end-to-end encryption, only 3 in 10 actively enable advanced privacy features on the messaging platform. The study also highlighted varying levels of vigilance in online safety, with a higher willingness to block unsolicited messages offering freebies compared to promptly leaving...
Flala: A Year of Fostering Genuine Human Emotions in a Digital World
Flala, a social app, is celebrating its first anniversary after gaining global popularity by offering diverse social interaction options and emphasizing genuine human connections. With over a million Facebook followers and a commitment to authentic emotions, Flala has created a borderless and healing social environment for users worldwide. 28 September 2023 – 2023 marks the first anniversary of Flala, a social app that has...
WhatsApp Launches Global WhatsApp Channels for Private Updates
WhatsApp is globally rolling out WhatsApp Channels, a feature that allows users to receive updates from organizations and individuals while maintaining their privacy. The feature includes an enhanced directory, reaction emojis, editing capabilities, and improved forwarding options, with further expansion and user-generated channels planned for the future. 14 September 2023 – In an exciting development, WhatsApp is rolling out...
