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Warning: This article contains real-world examples of abuse. A BBC investigation has found that Instagram approved and displayed paid advertisements promoting child sexual abuse material (CSAM) to users in India, raising fresh questions about the effectiveness of Meta’s moderation systems and the growing challenge of policing illegal content on social media. The investigation, conducted by BBC Eye, uncovered dozens of advertisements containing terms such as “rape video” and “child video.” These ads directed users to Telegram channels where illegal content was allegedly sold for as little as 99 Indian rupees (around $1). Paid advertisements slipped through Meta’s moderation systems According…

Axis releases new lightweight body worn camera designed to perform throughout the workday Dubai, UAE, July 2026: Wearable cameras help deter incidents and positively influence behavior, for both the public and the wearers. As a result, demand continues to grow, including in retail, healthcare, and transportation. To meet the need, Axis Communications has introduced its latest lightweight, workplace-ready camera: AXIS W111 Body Worn Camera. This body worn camera from Axis offers all-day battery performance, supporting 16 hours in standby mode, and between 10 hours (720p) and 7.5 hours (1080p) of recording. In addition, an updated magnetic mounting system ensures secure wear,…

A majority of US adults now support banning social media for anyone under 16, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. The finding puts American public opinion roughly in line with countries that have already acted on the idea, including Australia, which has enforced a ban, and the UK, which is currently considering one. Support holds steady across party lines and age groups Pew surveyed 9,750 US adults between May 26 and June 1, 2026, and found that 56 percent of respondents supported a ban on social media use for anyone under 16. Only 21 percent opposed it, and…

Middle East and Africa Enterprises Prioritize Data Control and Sovereignty to Enable Trusted AI Growth MEA leads EMEA in sovereignty execution but faces critical visibility gaps across complex ecosystems DUBAI, UAE, 23 June, 2026 — New research from Veeam Software, the Data and AI Trust Company, reveals that organizations across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) are taking a deliberate and disciplined approach to AI adoption, prioritizing data sovereignty, operational control, and cyber resilience to build trusted AI and data foundations as they accelerate digital transformation initiatives. While AI remains a strategic priority across the region, MEA organizations are demonstrating a stronger…

If you bought a OnePlus because of OxygenOS, for the relatively clean, fast, and actually-useful Android experience, your phone may be the last one to get it.  According to a report from the Indian outlet Smartprix, OxygenOS and Realme UI are both reportedly being phased out. If accurate, everything would move to ColorOS, the skin atop Android on Oppo smartphones, globally, across all three brands. So what exactly is happening here? Oppo, its official subsidiary OnePlus, and Realme are all brands that operate under the same Chinese conglomerate: BBK Electronics. Until recently, they’ve operated as independent brands with different software…

Officially introduces HQ Elite, an elevated collection of limited office spaces within each HQ development Announces Wadi Villas construction up by 26% since January 2026; on track for handover later this year Dubai, UAE – [July 3, 2026] – Arista Properties has officially broken ground on HQ, its flagship commercial development in Al Furjan, marking a significant milestone for the award-winning project that is scheduled for handover in Q4 2027. From Left to right Shailesh Bhandari, Director JRHP, Ritesh Jamaiyar, Director JRHP, Puneet Ahuja, MD Arista Properties, Sajal Garg, Co-founder, Arista Properties, Mudit Jain, Co-founder, Arista Properties, Ankit Garg, Co-founder, Arista Properties, Aamer…

Adani Enterprises and IHC Group Company IRH to form a 50:50 Joint Venture for USD 11.5 Billion Aluminium Project, Positioning Odisha in the Global Aluminium Supply Chain Synopsis Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) and International Resources Holding (IRH), an IHC Group company through 2PointZero, will form a 50:50 joint venture to develop a USD 11.5 billion integrated greenfield aluminium project in Odisha. The project comprises a 4 million metric tonnes per annum (MMTPA) alumina refinery, 2 MMTPA aluminium smelter and 1 MMTPA downstream manufacturing park, making it India’s largest integrated aluminium investment. The greenfield project will be developed in two phases with investments…

The ear has always processed what is coming before the eye does. In horror movies, the music always tells you something bad is coming. Now researchers at Georgia Tech are using the same idea in real life to keep factory workers safe around robots. They have built a wearable headset called Spherephones that converts nearby robot movement into spatial music, giving you a warning before a machine gets too close. It helps the user stay aware without breaking their attention. How Spherephones turns robot movement into music you can feel The project started with a problem on factory floors, where…

Amazon has taken a significant step toward launching its long-awaited satellite internet service. Following its latest rocket launch, the company now has 396 Project Kuiper satellites in low-Earth orbit, enough to begin offering continuous service across select regions. The milestone keeps Amazon on track for its previously announced goal of launching commercial service by mid-2026. Last few launches were big for @AmazonLeo – bringing us to 390+ satellites deployed, enough to support continuous service across initial latitudes.Still lots of work ahead – including raising all these new satellites to their assigned altitude – but we’ve completed enough… pic.twitter.com/UZb404fXRq— Chris Weber…

The report spanned 1,691 organizations from the GCC and wider MENA region to gather evidence-based data on factors for persistent disconnect between L&D efforts and sustained employee productivity Abu Dhabi, UAE, 30 June 2026: Knowledge Group has released its latest primary research report, titled Relearning Productivity: The Hidden Role of Learning and Development (L&D) in Sustained Employee Productivity. As part of the Group’s MENA Workplace Index initiative that marks its 20-year legacy of supporting workplace agility, the study offers an evidence-based perspective on how organizations are approaching talent development in an increasingly complex and technology-driven environment. Conducted across 1,691 public…