Name: Govt bill to ban private cryptocurrencies, create digital currency
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The Indian government has listed a bill that would prohibit all private cryptocurrencies in the country.

Govt lists bill to ban private cryptocurrencies, create digital currency

The Indian government has listed a bill that would prohibit all private cryptocurrencies in the country. The bill also provides a framework for the creation of an official digital currency, that will be issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It's worth noting that in April 2018, the RBI effectively banned cryptocurrency transactions via banks and e-wallets, but the ban was later quashed by the Supreme Court in March 2020.

The Indian government has listed a bill that would prohibit all private cryptocurrencies in the country. The bill also provides a framework for the creation of an official digital currency, that will be issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It's worth noting that in April 2018, the RBI effectively banned cryptocurrency transactions via banks and e-wallets, but the ban was later quashed by the Supreme Court in March 2020.

Microsoft's acquisition of ZeniMax Media took a major step towards completion as the European Commission ruled that it has no objection to the deal.

Microsoft's acquisition of ZeniMax Media took a major step towards completion as the European Commission ruled that it has no objection to the deal. Microsoft had filed its request for approval to the EU antitrust regulators back in January. The tech giant's acquistion of ZeniMax will give it ownership of Bethesda Softworks, publisher of major gaming franchises like The Elder Scrolls, Doom, and Fallout. Microsoft has said that it will decide on a case-by-case basis whether to make these franchises exclusive to the Windows and Xbox ecosystems, but is widely expected to use this acquisition to bolster their stable of exclusive games, as they attempt to compete against Sony's PlayStation.

Apple has released updates for iOS, iPadOS, and MacOS that fix a security issue with WebKit, the engine that powers the Safari browser.

Apple has released updates for iOS, iPadOS, and MacOS that it recommends all users to download and install immediately. When users download iOS 14.4.1 and macOS 11.2.3, the changelog will only say that the update provides important security updates. However, the Apple support pages reveal that both updates address a memory corruption issue with WebKit, the engine that powers Apple's Safari browser on all platforms, which could have allowed malicious code to run on the device. iPhone and iPad users can download the update by opening the Settings app, then tapping 'General' and 'Software Update', while Mac users can open the System Preferences menu, and click on 'Software Update'.

Samsung could launch its Galaxy A72 and Galaxy A52 smartphones on March 17. Both phones are expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 720G SoC.

The Samsung Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72 smartphones could launch on March 17, according to leaked screenshots from an upcoming Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event. The livestream link for the event was briefly live on YouTube before it was taken down. The Galaxy A72 is expected to feature a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display, while the smaller A52 could have a 6.52-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED&nbsp;screen. Both devices are expected to feature a 90Hz refresh rate, and a&nbsp;Snapdragon 720G processor. They are also expected to have a quad rear-camera setup with a 64MP primary camera with support for 30X Space Zoom, and potentially a 32MP front camera. The A72 reportedly features a 5,000mAh battery, while the A52 sports a smaller 4,500mAh battery. The phones are also rumoured to feature stereo speakers with support for 3D surround sound Dolby Atmos experience.

Known Apple leaker Jon Prosser has speculated in a tweet that Apple will launch AirTags and updated iPad Pros and Airpods on March 23.

Known Apple leaker Jon Prosser has claimed in a tweet that Apple will host its launch event on March 23. He has also speculated that the event may see the launch of the much-awaited AirTags. AirTags are coin-sized trackers which users can attach to any device that they fear losing, like car keys or a TV remote. Their location can then be tracked using Apple's Find My Device service, and they can be made to produce sound to make them easier to find. The rumoured event may also see the launch of updated iPad Pro models, along with updated AirPods and an updated Apple TV device.

Videogame publisher Ubisoft has announced that the multiplayer mode for its open-world action game Watch Dogs: Legion has been delayed indefinitely for PC.

Videogame publisher Ubisoft has announced that the multiplayer mode for its open-world action game Watch Dogs: Legion has been delayed indefinitely for PC. Ubisoft said in a statement that the PC version of the game has been held back due to an issue that caused a crash with certain GPUs. Although Watch Dogs: Legion was released in October last year, only the single player component was available upon its launch. The upcoming multiplayer release on March 9 for consoles will let players roam around the open world and undertake missions&nbsp;in co-op mode. Players can also take part in highly difficult five-part missions, much like raids in MMOs, called Tactical Operations. However, the Tactical Operations mode has also been delayed on consoles due to an issue, and will now launch on March 23.

Apple gears. to put a Made in India tag on it's latest model iPhone 12 before the end of this year as per reports. The company is looking at manufacturing t

Apple gears. to put a Made in India tag on it's latest model iPhone&nbsp;12 before the end of this year as per reports.&nbsp;
The company is looking at manufacturing the iPhone&nbsp;12 model at&nbsp;Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn) facility in Tamil Nadu&nbsp;which already manufactures the iPhone&nbsp;11 &amp; XR model.&nbsp;
Apple has not confirmed plans officially as of yet.&nbsp;
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Flipkart Smartphone Carnival sale: Smartphones like the iPhone SE and Galaxy S20 FE are available for a discount in the ongoing Flipkart Smartphone Carnival sale.

Smartphones like the iPhone SE and Galaxy S20 FE are available for a discount in the ongoing <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/flipkart-in-talks-to-buy-cleartrip-reports-1614653179531" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Flipkart</a> Smartphone Carnival sale, which goes on till March 12.
The iPhone SE is available for ₹29,999 for the base 64GB model, while the 64GB iPhone XR is on sale for ₹38,999. The Galaxy S20 FE receives a 5,000-rupee discount, and can be bought for ₹44,999.
Customers can also avail an extra ₹7,000 off in exchange for an old phone. On the budget side of things, the recently launched Realme Narzo 30A receives its first price cut, and is listed for ₹8,999. The Poco M2 Pro, meanwhile, is listed at ₹11,999.
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OnePlus 9 series of smartphones to launch on March 23, tie-up with camera firm Hasselblad claimed to result in 'major leap forward'.

OnePlus has announced that it will unveil its OnePlus 9 series of smartphones on March 23. The company is focusing on its tie-up with renowned premium camera firm Hasselblad in the lead up to the launch, with CEO Pete Lau saying that the OnePlus 9 series will be a 'major leap forward' in OnePlus' camera capabilities.
According to OnePlus, the new cameras will offer greater colour rendering capabilities, with support for the 12-bit RAW format that allows for more nuanced post-shot editing.
The OnePlus 9 series is expected to launch with three models - the base OnePlus 9, the premium OnePlus 9 Pro, and the more entry-level OnePlus 9R.
The flagship phones are expected to be powered by a Snapdragon 888 chipset, while the cheaper option may come with a Snapdragon 690 SoC.
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Also Read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/oneplus-buds-power-banks-on-discount-for-final-horizon-sale-1615123104270" target="_blank" rel="noopener">OnePlus Buds, power banks on discount for 'Final Horizon' sale</a>

Microsoft has begun public tests of a new Chromium-based Edge browser on its Xbox One and Xbox Series S and Series X consoles.

Microsoft has begun public tests of a new Chromium-based Edge browser on its Xbox One and Xbox Series S and Series X consoles. The console version of the browser does not include mouse and keyboard support yet, but works with an Xbox controller. Based on Chromium, the open source version of Google Chrome, the browser will allow Xbox users better compatibility with various websites on their console, including support for browser-based games and streaming services like Google Stadia. The testing version includes support for extensions, and most desktop features. Support for the legacy version of Edge on Windows desktops ends on March 9, meaning that the new Chromium-based Edge will soon become standard across all platorms.

Apple decides to discontinue sales of iMac Pro, the base configuration is available to order 'while stocks last'.

Apple has confirmed to tech website Engadget that it is going to discontinue sales of the iMac Pro. The base workstation is still available to order on Apple's website for ₹4,64,900, but configuration options have been disabled. The iMac Pro was launched in late 2017 for users who needed more processing power than a standard iMac. However, Apple believes&nbsp;that most customers will be satisfied with new high-end iMac, and users who need more power can opt for the Mac Pro tower. Apple still sells the iMac with Intel CPUs, but a spec refresh with a switch to the in-house Apple Silicon CPU is likely sometime in the future.
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OnePlus is offering discounts on its power banks, and true wireless earphones OnePlus Buds and OnePlus Buds Z as part of the Final Horizon sale on its website.

OnePlus is offering discounts on its power banks, and true wireless earphones OnePlus Buds and OnePlus Buds Z as part of the Final Horizon sale on its website. The promo runs from March 5 to March 8, and includes a teaser for a new announcement on the final day. The OnePlus Power Bank is available for ₹888, while the OnePlus Buds Z can be bought for ₹2,849. The more premium OnePlus Buds can be bought for ₹4,491. OnePlus is widely expected to announce the OnePlus 9 series of smartphones on March 8.

Smart wearables maker Garmin has launched its Lily smartwatch designed specifically for women in India.

Smart wearables maker Garmin has launched its Lily smartwatch designed specifically for women in India. The Lily includes features that focus on women's health, like menstrual cycle tracking and a pregnancy calendar, along with other health, wellness, and activity data tracking. The watch features a monochrome LCD touchscreen display, and sports a slender 14mm band. Garmin claims a battery life of up to 5 days. The watch is available to buy on all major online retailers starting at ₹20,990.

A listing on the United States FCC indicates that the upcoming Realme 8 Pro will sport a 4,500 mAh battery with support for 65W fast charging.

A listing spotted by tipster Abhishek Yadav on the United States FCC, the government body that certifies new smartphones, indicates that the upcoming Realme 8 Pro will sport a 4,500 mAh battery with support for 65W fast charging. The Realme 8 and 8 Pro have not been officially announced yet, but were teased by Realme CEO Madhav Sheth on twitter, which also confirmed that the 8 Pro will feature a quad rear-camera setup with a 108MP primary shooter. The base Realme 8 will feature a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display, powered by the MediaTek Helio G95 SoC. The phone will also feature a 5,000mAh battery, with support for 30W fast charging.

The Indian wearables market showed 144.3 year-on-year growth in 2020 according to market research firm IDC. Truly wireless earphones account for 83.6% of the market.

According to market research firm International Data Corporation (IDC), the Indian wearables market showed 144.3 percent year-on-year growth in 2020, making India the only country in the top 20 to show triple digit growth. The company counts smartwatches, wristbands, and earphones in this category, with truly wireless earphones accounting for 83.6 percent of the wearables market, growing by 11.3 million shipments in 2020. Wristband shipments declined last year, as smart watches became more popular and more affordable. IDC reports that Xiaomi remains the most popular wristband brand in India, while Apple remains king of the smartwatch segment. Popular audio company boAt leads both the wireless headphone and truly wireless earphone segments.

Qualcomm may soon launch the premium mid-range Snapdragon 775 SoC with support for 4k 60FPS video recording.

A new leak indicates that Qualcomm will soon launch a successor to the popular Snapdragon 765 SoC, called the Snapdragon 775. The new premium mid-range processor may be fabricated on a 5nm process, an upgrade from the 7nm process used for the 765. It could also support LPDDR5 RAM at 3200Mhz, and two-lane UFS 3.1 storage. On the camera side, the Snapdragon 775 may support up to three 28MP sensors, or a 64MP primary and a 20MP secondary sensor. It would also support mmWave 5G. Android developer website XDA notes that the leak may be based on slightly outdated sources, and the specifications could change before the product is announced.

Motorola have announced that their Moto G10 Power and Moto G30 smartphones will launch in India on March 9 at 12 noon.

Motorola have announced that their Moto G10 Power and Moto G30 smartphones will launch in India on March 9 at 12 noon. The Moto G30 was launched in Europe earlier this year, but the Moto G10 Power seems to be an entirely new offering. The G30 sports a Snapdragon 662 SoC that powers a 6.5-inch HD+ IPS display, with a 90Hz refresh rate. The phone comes with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage, and packs a 5,000mAh battery. Both phones feature a teardrop-style notch, and a quad-camera setup at the back, with the G30 featuring a 64MP primary camera, and the Moto G10 power sporting a 48MP shooter. The Moto G30 retails for around ₹16,000 in Europe, but India pricing details for both phones are awaited.

According to Jon Prosser, Google may announce a new Pixel phone and new Pixel Buds on June 11.

Known leaker Jon Prosser claimed in a tweet that Google will announce a new Pixel phone on June 11. Google is expected to announce two phones over the course of the year - one being the Pixel 6, which will succeed last year's Pixel 5, and the Pixel 5a, the successor to the mid-range Pixel 4a. Prosser said that he is not sure which phone will be announced on the date. According to reports, the Pixel 5a is tipped to do away with a hole-punch display, going back to a thin bezel at the top which will house the camera. Apart from a new phone, Google is also expected to launch a version of their true wireless earphones, the Pixel Buds.
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WhatsApp has reportedly begun reminding its users again of its new privacy policy, that will be implemented from May 15.

WhatsApp has reportedly begun reminding its users again of its new privacy policy, that will be implemented from May 15. While the changes were set to take place from February 8, wide backlash from users prompted the firm to delay the new policy. However, after clarifying its user data sharing practices with parent-company Facebook, WhatsApp has given users time until May 15 to either accept the new terms, or lose the ability to use the app.

Reports indicate that over 20,000 US firms have been compromised due to recently patched weaknesses in Microsoft's email software.

Reports indicate that over 20,000 US firms have been compromised due to recently patched weaknesses in Microsoft's email software. According to records from the US government's investigation into the matter, this latest hack has reportedly also affected tens of thousands of organisations in Europe and Asia. Reports say that despite the emergency patches from Microsoft, back doors installed by the hackers persist, and may continue to affect many users and firms.

Samsung's Galaxy S10 Lite smartphone has reportedly begun receiving the latest One UI 3.1 skin.

Samsung's Galaxy S10 Lite smartphone has reportedly begun receiving the latest One UI 3.1 skin. While the update has been pushed to users in Spain, users in other regions should get the upgrade soon and brings with it the March Android security patch. To recall, the Galaxy S10 Lite features a Snapdragon 855 chip, a 48MP triple rear camera setup, and currently costs around ₹37,000 on e-commerce platforms.

The Indian government has listed a bill that would prohibit all private cryptocurrencies in the country.

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