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Apple added that it would make new tools accessible to developers so they could have more precise price controls. --------------------------------------------------------------- Tech Mahindra introduces Cloud BlazeTech to help enterprises save costs "Cloud BlazeTech" supports bi-modal infrastructure transformation and aids businesses in accelerating their transition to a cloud-native world through integrated cloud migration, cloud-native operation, and a self-healing governance architecture. The platform also integrates with hyperscaler hybrid cloud platforms to deliver pre-built cloud-native solutions tailored to particular industries that promote quicker business outcomes. --------------------------------------------------------------- Download NBW app: The Beautiful Short News app for working professionals. Get it on [Android](| [iOS]( No noise. No clickbaiting. News in less than 60 words. Curated from 100+ sources. ------------------------------------------------- Indian govt will impose WhatsApp traceability provision even if court rules it out Nick Clegg, the head of meta policy, was informed that the government would impose traceability on WhatsApp for security and law enforcement purposes in any case, even if the courts overturned a legal clause requiring the ability to identify the message's initial sender. As end-to-end encryption of WhatsApp communications is a key component of the platform, Meta is wary of the traceability clause. --------------------------------------------------------------- Uber, Ola challenge 5% service fee cap set by Karnataka's govt for auto rides in Bengaluru On writ petitions filed by app-based ride-hailing businesses challenging the 5% cap on service charges, the Karnataka High Court ordered notice to the state government. After Uber and Ola challenged a transport department decision requiring them to halt booking auto rides on their apps in Bengaluru as a result of overcharging clients on October 6, the matter was brought before the high court. --------------------------------------------------------------- Apple is now providing end-to-end encryption for more iCloud services The programme, known as Advanced Data Protection, extends end-to-end encryption to several iCloud services, such as iCloud device backups, Messages backups, Photos, and many more. For 14 different data categories, including the iCloud Keychain and Health data, end-to-end encryption was already a feature of iCloud. However, the latest addition takes the total number of data categories covered by end-to-end encryption to 23. --------------------------------------------------------------- Bharat Bill Pay (BBPS) will soon allow all types of payment: RBI In order to better serve all billers, both enterprises and individuals, the BBPS's scope has been expanded to accommodate all types of payments and collections, both recurring and non-recurring in nature. Only recurring payments to merchants are currently permitted by BBPS. This limits usage for both consumers making digital payments and billers because individual collectors are unable to take payments. --------------------------------------------------------------- Amazon India unveils new Kindle with better storage and brighter display The 6-inch display of the most recent Amazon Kindle features 300 PPI high-resolution and three times more pixels than the model it replaces. It has an internal storage capacity of 16GB, which is double that of previous generations' 8GB. The brand-new Kindle is presently on sale for Rs 8,999 as part of a short-term promotion. Thereafter, the price will be Rs 9,999. --------------------------------------------------------------- RBI: We will ensure the anonymity of CBDC transactions A senior official at the Reserve Bank of India said that the transactions made using central bank digital currencies (CBDC) will be anonymous “to a certain degree”. RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar said, “what exactly will happen will depend on how things evolve, but anonymity is a basic feature of currency and we will have to ensure that.”. --------------------------------------------------------------- Byju's is requesting more relaxed terms for a $1.2 billion loan In an effort to restructure its $1.2 billion loan, Byju's has hired an advisor to meet with creditors and explore changes to the term loan B's covenants. There has been no decision made yet about more forgiving terms, such as reduced coupons and longer repayment periods. Centre asks Google to drop advertisements âof online betting firms In response to a crackdown on illegal internet gambling, India’s ministry of information and broadcasting (MIB) has requested Google to cease showing surrogate adverts for overseas betting companies like Fairplay, PariMatch, Betway, and 1xBet in search results and on YouTube. --------------------------------------------------------------- [Contact](mailto:team@nextbigwhat.com)| [Unsubscribe](