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Tesla is set to release its 2023 holiday update next week, featuring several notable changes. A notable enhancement now allows Tesla vehicles to automatically dial 911 when airbags deploy in the event of a crash. The update also includes support for Apple Podcasts, Bluetooth headset compatibility with rear screens, an enhanced version of park assistance with 3D visuals, and new blind spot indicators. The addition of Apple Podcasts complements the existing Apple Music integration introduced last year. Tesla owners will now be able to sync podcasts with their Apple devices.

X is making significant changes to its platform by introducing video and audio calling functionalities. Elon Musk shared a sneak peek of this feature, calling it an "early version of video and audio calling on X." In the preview, users can enable voice and video calls for contacts in their address book, all verified users and people they follow on the platform. However, some users reported that they couldn't find this feature in their app and it was also absent from a version tested by AFP. Musk initially revealed plans for voice and video calls in August, aiming to transform the former Twitter into an "everything app." These calling features are intended to be compatible with iOS, Android, Mac and PC systems, and no phone number will be necessary.

In a swift follow-up to the recent iOS 17.2 update, Apple has rolled out the iOS 17.2.1 software update for iPhone XS and newer models. This update focuses on enhancing security measures and addressing various bugs identified in the previous version.

The popular messaging app Telegram has been found to leak users' IP addresses during voice calls, according to security researcher Denis Simonov. By adding a hacker to their contacts and accepting a phone call from them, users unknowingly expose their IP address. TechCrunch verified this issue by conducting an experiment with Simonov, who was able to provide the IP address of the computer used. While Telegram claims to be a secure and private messaging app, experts have repeatedly warned that it is not as secure as apps like Signal. This IP leak has been known for years but may be unknown to less technical users. Telegram spokesperson Remi Vaughn explained that the app uses a peer-to-peer connection during calls for better quality and reduced latency, which requires both sides to know each other's IP addresses. To avoid this issue, users can change their settings to disable peer-to-peer connections. Other messaging apps, such as WhatsApp and Skype, have also been found to leak IP addresses in the past.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been selected to chair the Cloud Computing Working Group of the World Bank, highlighting the nation's significant strides in digital transformation.

In response to the evolving situation in the region and the declaration of war between Gaza and Israel, Google and Apple have temporarily disabled live traffic updates in Maps and Waze for citizens in both locations.

Radiologists can harness the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, particularly in radiology, where AI is revolutionizing diagnostic processes.

By 2025, the AI market is projected to swell to a $190 billion industry. In the UAE alone, spending on AI is expected to record a CAGR of 25.2%, increasing from $76.6 million in 2019 to $368.3 million by 2025, according to market studies.

China is taking significant steps to bolster its position in the intelligent connected vehicle (ICV) industry by supporting companies in the smart vehicle supply chain. The country aims to establish "innovation consortia" to promote innovation and set standards for assisted and autonomous driving technologies by 2025.

Multimedia creators now have the opportunity to counteract unintended uses in AI. With the aid of an emerging open-source tool, they can introduce a form of "poisoning" into their artwork to hinder AI models from utilizing it as training data.