Microsoft Announces End Date for Skype After 14 Years of Service
The time for Skype, one of the most popular video calling and messaging applications, is coming to an end. Microsoft, which has owned the service since 2011, announced that it will discontinue support for Skype in May 2024, thereby bringing a close to its 14-year presence in the market. While Skype once revolutionized the way users communicated over the internet, it has gradually lost popularity to more modern applications such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, and others.
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Ford's Botched Software Recalls Raise Concerns
Ford Motor Company has found itself facing serious issues after discovering that it mishandled software recalls for its vehicles. This became clear following an investigation that revealed many customers were left uninformed about necessary fixes, which could potentially lead to injuries or even accidents.
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Scammers Targeting Microsoft Teams: A Growing Threat
The Microsoft Teams platform, popular among workers and companies worldwide, has become a target for sophisticated scams. Attacks on this platform have significantly increased, raising concerns among users and cybersecurity experts.
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Trump and SoftBank CEO Announce $100 Billion Investment in Critical Infrastructure and AI
At a recent meeting held in New York, former U.S. President Donald Trump and SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son announced a grand plan to invest $100 billion in critical infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. This collaboration aims to support and enhance the technological foundation of the United States while stimulating economic growth through innovations.
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How to Protect Yourself from Microsoft Tech Support Scams
In recent years, the number of Microsoft tech support scams has significantly increased, posing a concern for users worldwide. Scammers employ various tactics to deceive individuals into believing their computers are infected with viruses or have other serious issues requiring official support assistance. These calls may appear serious and authoritative, but they are, in fact, unrelated to the genuine Microsoft support service. Often, perpetrators attempt to gain access to users' personal information or demand payment for non-existent services.
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Spotify Users Fall Victim to Scams: Playlists Hijacked to Promote Pirated Software
Recent reports indicate that Spotify, the popular streaming service, has become the target of malicious actions aimed at fraud. Some playlists on the platform have been seized by cybercriminals who use them to promote pirated software and various scam schemes. This has created dangers not only for users but also for Spotify's reputation itself.
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Microsoft's Deal in the UAE May Shift Critical U.S. Technology Overseas
Leading American technology company Microsoft has entered into a significant agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that could result in the transfer of key semiconductor and artificial intelligence technologies abroad. This deal has become a topic of discussion among experts and professionals in the tech field, who express concern over the potential implications of such a move for U.S. security and competitiveness.
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Federal Reserve Prepares to Cut Rates to Support Economic Soft Landing
The Federal Reserve (Fed) of the United States has decided to take decisive steps to stabilize the country's economy, considering a potential interest rate cut in the near future. Fed Chair Jerome Powell emphasizes that this decision is aimed at supporting growth and ensuring a smooth adjustment of the economy following a series of rate hikes in the past. Powell states that such measures could help mitigate the negative consequences of a potential recession and improve the chances of a soft landing.
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The Federal Reserve and Its Impact on the Global Market: The Challenges of a Soft Landing
Recently published data shows that the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) is at a crossroads, considering changes to interest rates in the context of the current economic situation. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell refers to his strategy as a "soft landing," suggesting that the central bank can slow down economic growth and control inflation without serious consequences for the labor market.
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Economic Markets Await Jerome Powell's Decision to Avoid Recession
Recent financial analysis highlights that current global markets are at a crossroads due to the upcoming decision by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The main question is whether he can replicate the successful actions of his predecessor Alan Greenspan, who navigated the economy through a challenging period in the 1990s known as the "soft landing." A soft landing refers to slowing economic growth without transitioning into a recession.
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