Technology

False Earthquake Alert Startles Android Users in Brazil

In an unexpected event, Android users in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro received a false earthquake alert from Google, causing widespread concern. Google has since apologized and disabled the system in Brazil temporarily.

Saab Secures $63 Million Contract with BAE Systems for UTAAS Supply

Saab has been awarded a $63 million contract by BAE Systems to supply its Universal Tank and Anti-Aircraft System (UTAAS) for the next-generation Combat Vehicle 90 (CV90), highlighting the global demand for this combat-tested infantry fighting vehicle and the ongoing innovation in defense technology.

TikTok Returns to App Stores Amid Ongoing National Security Concerns

TikTok has been reinstated on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store after a temporary ban due to national security concerns related to its Chinese ownership. The app's future in the U.S. remains uncertain as ByteDance faces a deadline to divest its U.S. operations.

Asteroid 2024 YR4; A Growing Concern for Earth's Future

NASA reports an increasing chance of asteroid 2024 YR4 impacting Earth on December 22, 2032, with current odds at 2.3%. Discovered in 2024, this 130-300 feet asteroid is under close observation by astronomers worldwide. While the potential for localized damage exists, it poses no global threat. The situation underscores the importance of planetary defense and continuous monitoring of near-Earth objects.