Django Girls in Lagos to teach women computer programming for FREE


Django Girls is a non-profit organization given birth to in Berlin to empower women acquire free computer programming skills. The Organization on its website disclose that one of the next place they will be visiting as part of their events is Lagos alongside other places. The organization will be training in a workshop up to 30 Nigerian Women how to build website from scratch. Its part of their vision form Women to be actively engaged in the world of programming.

Attendants will be guided into building their first websites, they will be mentored by Django Girls programmers who would delve indepth intoarears related to web developement, the organization also made provision for Breakfast and lunch in the course of the workshop.

Interested persons are not required any tuition free as the workshop is free, all participants needs is to have Good use of English and a command on their own laptops.
The Organization in a blogpost said “We believe that the IT industry will greatly benefit from bringing more women into technology. We want to give you an opportunity to learn how to program and become one of us – Women Developers,” 
 
Interested participants should APPLY on time as their limited spaces.  Applications closes on January 24, 2016. Participants will be notified of the status of their applications on January 30 or sooner.

The main workshop will take place on the February 20, with a pre-installation party, where participants will get all the required software ready for the workshop and also meet with their coach and group members, earmarked for February 19 from 4:00pm in Lagos.
The event, organized by Aisha Bello with support from The Nigerian Python Community, is sponsored by GitHub, django, Python Software Foundation, Co-Creation Hub Nigeria, and Godwin Effiong, a Senior IT leader with over 20 years experience.

Django Girls Lagos, as the event is tagged, is part of bigger initiative: Django Girls. It is a non-profit organization and events are organized by volunteers in different parts of the world.

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500k up for grabs for creative Nigerians in the BBM Stickmania Nigeria Contest

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 Blackberry Limited can still pride itself in the loyal support of its Nigerian clients, they still believe in the companys services,now the is company trying to payback for that loyalty as they disclosed a  BBM design contest for Nigerians, with the purpose to adding a differentiated Nigeria-customized local chat icons known as BBM stickers to the BBM messaging app.

The competition, named  BBM Stickamania Nigeria, is opened to illustrators, graphic illustrators and other creative minds across the Nigerian community.

To participate in this contest, talents are mandated to simply create their innovative signature stickers, the sticker pack that eventually wins the contest will be featured on the  BBM Shop.

Winning this contest is by public  voting system, to win this contests, contestants better influence as much friends and relatives to vote their sticker packs, they can as well leverage the social media to promote their innovative designs.
BBM has created a panel of Jury to assess 20 sticker packs with the most votes from the internet community, thereafter top 3 winners will emerge and 10 runner-ups.

The first prize winner will be opportune to bag NGN500,000 while the second and third place winners will be awarded NGN250,000 and NGN125,000 respectively.

“In Africa, the BBM Shop gets over 20 million views each month and has tallied 60 million total stickers sent and received,” says Matthew Talbot, Senior VP, BBM, at BlackBerry.

He added, “This contest opens the doors for more talented artists and designers to make their own unique stickers come to life in BBM, and we are hoping to see huge enthusiasm in Nigeria.”
 
Much more all top 3 winners will be entitled to receive sales revenue from BBM Sticker Shop.

The 10 runners-up will receive NGN25,000 each while NGN10,000 worth of recharge card will be awarded to 20 voters.

If youre interested in this contest, you can register within now to February 12, 2016. Public voting will begin on February 8 and last till February 19, winners will be announced on February 22.

A version of the competition was seen in South Africa last last year. Winners won exciting prizes including iMac, MacBooks and Blackberry Z10.

If you think youve got what it takes to participate in this contest visit the BBM stickamania page for more information, read the design guide and apply.

3AM Media on behalf of Blackberry limited is administering the BBM Stickamania Nigeria contest, 3AM media is an independent design creative agency.

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The best features in the latest version of Android 6 Marshmallow

The best features in the latest version of Android 6 Marshmallow



Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow New Features
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Google released an update to Android 6.0 Marshmallow this week and while it doesn’t pack a ton of new features, it does add some significant upgrades that Android users will be happy to see. The trouble, of course, is that it will likely take most Android phones a long time to get Android 6.0.1, especially since most Android phones haven’t even updated to Android 6.0 yet. That said, there are some very cool features users can look forward to trying out whenever they do get the new software. Let’s go over them below.

All the new emoji

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Some Android fans have expressed irritation in the past that iOS tends to get the newest emoji before Android does. With the release of Android 6.0.1, Android has caught up in the realm of support for emoji and it has added support for more Unicode 8.0 emoji that Apple added with the release of iOS 9.1.

Double tap the power button to launch the camera

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Android Police notices that Android 6.0.1 now gives older Nexus devices (including the Nexus 5, 6, 7 and 9) the ability to open up the camera just by double tapping the power button. This was a feature that Google debuted earlier this year with the Nexus 5x and Nexus 6P but this is the first time it’s come to older phones.
There’s no word yet on whether this feature will be included in non-Nexus Android phones that get Android 6.0.1 but it’s definitely something to look out for.

A small but important tweak to Do Not Disturb mode

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Improving Do Not Disturb mode was an important feature of Android 6.0 and Google has tweaked it a little bit more with Android 6.0.1. Android Police explains that Android 6.0.1 brings back the ability to mute all your notifications until your next scheduled alarm goes off, which is a useful way to make sure you aren’t being constantly interrupted even during times when you want to be left alone in peace. This feature was previously available on Android before Google mysteriously removed it with Android 6.0, although now it seems to be back by popular demand.
                                          source :- http://bgr.com/
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How To Install Xposed Framework In Android


How To Install Xposed Framework In Android
How To Install Xposed Framework In Android
 
Steps To Install Xposed Framework On Android:
Exposed Framework is the most powerful tool that android user must try after rooting their android. Xposed Framework can be better compare as a cydia for iOS with the help of which you can add lots of new features to your device. 
 
Xposed installer provides a platform to run lots of cool tweaks in your android device. Till now we had discussed lots of tweaks that you can do after installing xposed Framework. So have a look on complete guide for installing Xposed Framework on your android including the latest version Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

How To Install Xposed Framework In Android

The method is very simple and the only thing you need is a rooted android that will allow you to install the apk of Xposed Framework with a super user grant. So follow up the steps below to proceed.
Modules That Will Work After Installing Xposed Framework
  • Burnt Toast
  • CrappaLinks
  • Play Store Changelog
  • XXSID Indicator
  • Greenify
  • Amplify
  • YouTube adaway
  • Xposed GEL Settings (beta)
  • Cool tool
  • NotifyClean
  • Min min guard
  • BootManager
  • ReceiverStop
  • EnhancedToast
  • Force immersive mode
  • Swype Tweaks
  • Swipeback 2
  • Spotify skip
  • Lollistat
  • Flat Style Keyboard
  • Force Fast Scroll
  • Flat style colored bars
  • Materialised xposed (working for some)
  • App settings
  • Lockscreen music art remover
  • NetStrenght
  • LWInRecents
  • Screen Filter
  • BubbleUPNP’s Audio cast
  • Snapcolors 3.4.12
Partially working modules:
  • Gravity box (very limited)
  • XBridge
  • Boot manager (working for some)

1. First of you need a rooted android and for that you can follow our guide Easily root your device with Root Master.Root Master Android App: Best Rooting Android App
2. Now  you need to check your CPU architecture to get the perfect Xposed framework for you and for this you will use app Hardware Info.
3. Now you need to get the custom recovery in your android and for that you will search your device respective custom recover and can flash it using the app ROM Manager.Install Framework1
4. Now you have to select the zip file of Xposed framework according to your CPU architecture and you can get Xposed Framework zip from HERE.
5. Now flash this zip file through your android recovery using the ROM manager app.Install Framework2
6. And when the zip is being flashed, then simply reboot your device.

7. Now you will have Xposed Installer installed on your device now you can try lots of cool tweaks in your android and some of the cool tweaks we had discussed below that you can try.

So above is all about How To Install Xposed Framework In Android. With this you can easily install a cool tweaker in your android device and you can add lots of new features using this. So try this and have fun by adding all new features in your device. Hope you like this cool solution, do share with other too. Leave a comment below if you have any related queries with this.

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Orange to sets to acquire Airtels subsidiaries in Burkina Faso and Sierra Leone


Orange, one of the worlds biggest Telecommunication company has revealed an agreement signed to acquire Airtels subsidiaries in Burkina Faso and Sierra leonne, The acquisition is organized by Orange through its subsidiaries in CotedIvoire and Senegal.

The company seeks to acquire the share capital and income revenue of Airtel which is around €275 million in both African Nations.

The finishing of these exchanges stays subject to endorsement by related authorities.
The expense for Orange for these exchanges will be founded on the financials of Airtels two subsidiaries for the year finished Walk 31, 2016 and will speak to what might as well be called 7.9 times Airtels Income Before Interest in these two nations as of now.


Lazard and Société Générale were counselors to Orange for this exchange while Airtel was exhorted by Arma Partners LLP.

Through this arrangement, Orange will strengthen its vicinity in Africa with two extra nations, adding very nearly 5.5 million clients to its versatile client base.

This securing marks an imperative stride forward in Oranges dynamic development technique and will convey Oranges African pathway up to 20 nations in 2016.

Just as of late, Orange went into an agreement with another telecommunication company called Cellcom Telecommunications (leading mobile operator in Liberia) limited for the acquisition of 100% of its Liberia subsidiary

These acquisitions give a reasonable representation of Oranges global improvement technique, which puts a need on quickening development in high-potential, developing markets where the company is not already operating.

A previous undertaking was markedbetween Orange and Airtel in July 2015 to acquire Airtels subsidiary in Chad and Congo Brazzaville ha
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Google Agrees to Pay 140 Million in Back Taxes in Britain

Google Agrees to Pay $140 Million in Back Taxes in Britain



Google will pay about $140 million in British back taxes in a concession driven by a shift in how the company will measure its success in the United Kingdom.
The terms disclosed Friday translate into 130 million pounds, a small sum for a business as prosperous as Google and its corporate parent, Alphabet Inc. The Mountain View, California, company has about $73 billion in cash.
Britain is one of Googles biggest markets outside the U.S., but the company has minimized its taxes in the country by keeping its European headquarters in Ireland, where tax rates are lower.
Read More: Googles Eric Schmidt Meets With Pope Francis at the Vatican
That tactic has spurred accusations that Google has been evading taxes.
Google says it will now base its British tax bill on U.K. advertising sales instead of just profit. 
                                                source :- http://www.nbcnews.com/
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Anti migrant Protesters in Poland took to the streets in Poland on Sunday


Anti-migrant protesters took the street of Poland on Sunday to say NO to accepting migrants into the country.

The rally which was staged at Gora Kalwaria, some 30 kilometres south of Warsaw, said they feared for women and children after the New Year’s Eve sex attacks in Germany.

Others complained that migrants would not be able to integrate, claiming that this was because of their ‘different traditions and mentality’.

Poland is set to take in some 7,000 migrants under EU relocation quotas.
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Google has reportedly made 31 billion in revenue from Android


Google has reportedly made $31 billion in revenue from Android

We know that Google doesnt reveal the revenue or profit it makes off of its Android mobile-operating system. However, looks like the well-guarded secret has just been revealed by Oracle. The the database maker’s attorney in an ongoing lawsuit against Google revealed last week that the latter has made a total of $31 billion in revenue and $22 billion in profit from Android till date.
Google said that the figures were derived from its confidential internal financial documents, adding that the "extremely sensitive information" shouldnt have been publicly disclosed as it was meant for "Attorney’s Eyes Only."
"Google does not publicly allocate revenues or profits to Android separate and apart from Google’s general business," the company said in a court filing. "That non-public financial data is highly sensitive, and public disclosure could have significant negative effects on Google’s business."
The Mountain View, California-based company urged the court to edit related portions of the public transcript of last week’s hearing, following which the transcript was removed from electronic court records.
Filed way back in 2010, the lawsuit accuses Google of copyright violation saying that the company used Java APIs in its Android OS without permission. While Google argued that APIs cant be copyrighted, a court in 2014 ruled otherwise. Following this, the search giant took the battle to the Supreme Court, which upheld the lower courts ruling.
The ongoing arguments are now for the damages that Oracle will receive from Google. "Look at the extraordinary magnitude of commerciality here," Oracles attorney had said last week while disclosing Androids revenue and profit.
                                                     source :- http://www.gsmarena.com/    
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Android powered Acer Jade Primo apparently in the works

Android-powered Acer Jade Primo apparently in the worksAndroid-powered Acer Jade Primo apparently in the works

Windows 10-powered Acer Jade Primo (shown below) isnt available for purchase yet, and looks like the Taiwanese company is already working on an Android variant. A new device - the Acer S58A - was recently spotted on Geekbench benchmarking site, which reports say is the Jade Primos Android model.
If you recall, the current Jade Primo is the Acer S58. So, the Acer S58A definitely points to a variant of the Windows 10 handset. The Geekbench listing reveals that the new device is powered by Android 6.0 Marshmallow, while other specs including the SD808 chipset and 3GB RAM are same as that of the Windows 10 variant.
It is being said that the company is developing the Android variant as a back up plan in case the Windows 10 model flops - the latter has already been hit by delays. The Android Jade Primo is rumored to be made official at this years Mobile World Congress, which is scheduled for next month - February 22 to February 25.
Needless to say, none of this has been officially confirmed, so take it with a pinch of salt.
                                            source :- http://www.gsmarena.com/
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Samsung galaxy A9 pro allegedly in the making a high end extra large smartphone

Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro allegedly in the making: a high-end, extra-large smartphone?


Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro allegedly in the making: a high-end, extra-large smartphone?

Samsung is reportedly working on a new extra-large smartphone which, according to Sam Mobile, might be called Galaxy A9 Pro (though its final name could change).

While there are no details on the features of this alleged A9 Pro, the device (model number SM-A9100) will likely be an enhanced version of the Galaxy A9, which was released by Samsung earlier this month. 

The regular Galaxy A9 (model number SM-A9000) sports a 6-inch, 1080 x 1920 pixels display, and is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 652 processor, so maybe the A9 Pro will come with a higher pixel resolution (1440 x 2560 pixels would look great on a 6-inch screen), plus a high-end processor. The Galaxy A9 Pro may also run Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box - unlike the A9, which currently runs Android Lollipop (though it will, most probably, be updated to Marshmallow at some point). 

Right now, Samsung is officially selling the Galaxy A9 - pictured above - only in China (for around $490), and Sam Mobile has it that the A9 Pro is also headed there. Of course, this doesnt necessarily mean that the upcoming handset wont be released in other parts of the world. Well let you know more about the Galaxy A9 Pro as soon as new details are available.

                                                                           source :- http://www.phonearena.com
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Microsoft to introduce Windows keyboard One hand typing mode to iOS devices in coming months

Microsoft to Introduce Windows keyboard to iPhone with one-hand typing mode
Microsoft to Introduce Windows keyboard to iPhone with one-hand typing mode

Microsoft to Introduce Windows keyboard to iPhone with one-hand typing mode

Microsoft is now researching on how integrate the windows phone keyboard for iOS devices, the company is conducting tests to see how the feature can perfectly fit in to iPhone.

It cannot be confused for iPhones World flow keyboard where keys shift side ways, report says “You can access word suggestions, emoji and swipe letters to wrote out words.

This third party Keyboard from Microsoft to iOS devices will be of great users with users who have dexterity at using one hand to type on their smart devices.

iOS has long ward been warding off third party keyboard to avoid complex security issue, with this latest development its like iOS has gotten over it and now bring this long awaited feature for iOS users.

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SureCredit An innovative system that allow employees get loan in Nigeria

This beautiful innovation is from sure gift a Nigerian gift and
voucher startup.

Surecredit was recently launched to help employees of approved
companies get easy loans to buy goods and commodities from Nigerian
merchants and pay subsequently from the earnings.

The amount borrowed from the company will be forestalled within the
specified period as agreed upon.

The voucher loans can be used to receive buy just about anything
ranging from gorgeous home appliances to luxury commodities and
holiday trips.

The program is promising as the company says it does not over-burden
employees to go aboard of the bugdet.

Olaoluwa Samuel-Biyi, a co founder of Sure gift said "We wanted to
create a convenient payment plan for trusted workers who want to
acquire expensive assets or services, and that's what we've done with
SureCredit. It's simply a platform that lets you spread payments for
virtually anything over time,"

For employees to participate in this program, they must first visit
the company to find out that their employer or organisation is on the
approved list, then they allowed to pick up a form and their
Applications reviews in about 24 hours.

In situations that applicants employer are not already on the
company's list, they can request that their employer be reviewed and
added t the list.

Adeoye Ojo, also a confounder of the company disclosed that "There are
existing innovations around credit
for services such as phone airtime, and some brands offer payment
plans on some electronics and home appliances. SureCredit is similar;
only broader, cheaper and easier to
access,"

Visit their website at: http://surecredit.co
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Samsung commences the global launch of the Gear S2 Classic kicks things off in China

Samsung commences the global launch of the Gear S2 Classic, kicks things off in China



Samsung has announced that the company has commenced the worldwide launch of the Gear S2 Classic New Edition, kicking things off in China. Should you reside in the country, youll now be able to purchase the wearable. The Classic New Edition of the Gear S2 was unveiled back at CES, offering a more premium option for those who have more expensive tastes.
What make this version of the Gear S2 so special is the choice of finish: 18K Rose Gold and Platinum. You have the choice of rose gold plating with an ivory leather strap, or a platinum finish with a black leather band. For those who arent lucky enough to live in China, well be sure to let you all know when Samsung begins selling the more luxurious smartwatch in more countries.
                                  source :- http://www.androidcentral.com/

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Bill Gates opined these six achievements were impressive in 2015

The founding person of Microsoft Corporation, Bill Gates On his personal blog publish a personal perspective of notable events in 2015 that made the year fabulous.

Gates however mention but a few ups-and-downs the world have to go through in the past year, we heard cases of terrorism, climate change,  Ebola outbreak in Africa and much more.

Despite all these challenges, Gates thinks these Six achievements made 2015 an unforgettable year.

1. Zero case of Polio recorded in Africa.

2. The Astrophysicist Neil de grasse Tyson defended science impressively by bagging the prestigious National Academy of science Award.

3. The three Nobel Medicine Researchers honoured with Nobel prize for successfully developing tools to combat economically disadvantageous diseases.

1. William C. Campbell, USA
2. Satoshi Omura, Japan
3. Tu Youyou, China- Artemisinin malaria Vaccine.

4. Free SAT/PSAT test prep portal launched, courtesy of Khan Academy and SAT

5. Eventually,  after 15 years endemic Rubella Virus was totally eliminated and more than 100,000 children were saved.

6. Rapid growth of mobile banking across developing Countries of the world, as seen especially in Africa, Brazil, France.

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Proposed 8 years Mission to Jupiter in 2022 JUICE

Proposed 8 years Mission to Jupiter in 2022 (JUICE)

In 2022, a new spacecraft is expected to set off an eight-year journey to Jupiter, where it will explore the planet icy moons and provide fresh insight into the waterworlds orbiting the giant planets in our solar system and beyond.

The primary target of the mission, named Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE), is the solar systems largest moon, Ganymede, an icy world slightly larger than the planet mercury. Ganymede may represent a whole class of potentially habitable environments in our galaxy.

Professor Michele Dougherty from Imperials Department of Physics led the proposal for the mission and funded by the European Space Agency. She is one of a 15-strong Science Study Team from institutions across Europe.

Source: Imperial College, London, Uk

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4 amazing Technology that broke world record in 2015


2015 is believed to experience a massive technological innovations, this is due to rapid advancement in technologies and human artificial intelligence. The Guinness World record team published more than a 100
for the year 2015, Out of that we bring you 4 amazing technology that broke record in 2015.

1. Chinese quadruped 4 legged walking robot- Xingzhe No 1.


A new record was set in robotic distance traveling when Xinghze Chinese robot walked a distance of 83.3 miles in 54 hours and 34 minutes on a single battery charge cycle or fueling.

A quadruped robot is any 4 legged computer-program controlled robot that walk or travels like animals on its 4 legs.

This record-breaking innovation was spearheaded by Professor Li Qingdu of the college of Automation, Chongqing University of post and telecommunications.

2. Donkey kong world record - Robbie lakeman


The champion elite video arcade gamer Robbie Lakeman broke an official world record dy outsmarting the first elite arcade Donkey Kong player, Wes Copeland. Copeland was the first player to make 1 million points
as he submitted results earlier than Lakeman to twin galaxies.

However, lakeman set the record straight by beating Copeland hands down with 1700 points ahead.

Robbie Lakeman: 1,172,100 ( World Record setter)
Wes Copeland: 1,170,500

3. Longest Hoverboard flight- Catalin Alexandru Duru



A canadian inventor, Duru designed a self-built hover-board that travels on a propeller. He flew on this technology in a distance of 276.1 metres on the ocean of Ouareau in Quebec.

The invention was said to have taken Duru 12 months to design, the propeller-based hoverboard is controlled by the leg and body balancing. It can fly as high as 25 feet above water.

Guinness through one of his Spokesmen remarked that the invention is a "tremendous Achievement abd an incredible feat in the world of engineering and transport"

The invention of Duru and his record breaking flight has long taken place since 2014, but it took months to verify claims in submitted video by the Guinness world record team. The team officially disclosed
this ground-breaking innovation in the month of may 2015.

4. Longest OLED Screen


The korean company LG came up with this Technology as they stationed 140 curved screens of 55 inches as one screen at the Incheon International Airport, South Korea.

Amazing features of the OLED screen include;
55 inches of 140 screen (LG OLED screens to present a single colossal screen)
13 meters high and 8 meters wide and 290 million color pixel
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Airtel Africa IMImobile to launch a new payment system Tap2Bill for merchants in Africa

Airtel Africa, a main telecommunication Provider in Africa has reported the dispatch of Tap2Bill. Tap2bill is an innovative direct to final users and consumers services for merchants across Africa. The innovation will be made available with patnership with a customer software provider called IMImobile.

Tap2Bill is a platform that will empower content providers as well as merchants to use Airtels billing system to bill and charge their clients.

This service will be made accessible through a safe portal that will facilitate better merchants-to-client relationship in Africa, and provide merchants with affordable billing an payment processing Infrastructure.

In a press release, CEO of IMImobile, Jay Patel said “Ensuring the constant growth of choice and variety of mobile services is key across Africa and Airtel recognize that they are in a unique position to help content providers and merchants,”

He added, “We are delighted to partner with Airtel Africa to help bring these new, affordable, mobile-centric service offerings to market which not only creates a richer user experience for subscribers but will also encourage and support the growth and variety of mobile content across Africa.”

source: Techloy
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Top Twitter Executives to Leave Company in Reshuffle

SAN FRANCISCO - Four senior Twitter executives are leaving the media company, which is also adding a new chief marketing officer and two board members, Chief Executive Officer Jack Dorsey confirmed, outlining the biggest leadership changes since he returned as CEO, calling for "bold rethinking". 
 
Media head Katie Jacobs Stanton, product head Kevin Weil, and the head of the engineering division, Alex Roetter, will all leave the company, Dorsey tweeted late Sunday.

On Sunday night Jason Toff, who heads Twitters video streaming service, Vine, tweeted that he was leaving Twitter to join Google to work on virtual reality.

Some of the executives are departing under pressure and others decided on their own to leave the company, a source told Reuters. Twitter has been struggling to muster growth to please Wall Street.

The company will announce the two new board members soon, the person said.
Dorsey took to Twitter to address reports of the exodus. 
Weil, Stanton and Roetter are among the highest-level departures in recent months, but several executives have left Twitter since co-founder Dorsey stepped in as interim CEO in July. He has since been named Twitter CEO.

In an earnings conference call in October, Dorsey spoke about "hiring and investing in talent" and the need for "bold rethinking."
Dorsey, who is also CEO of financial services technology company Square, has yet to lay out a detailed plan of what he wants Twitter to do differently. Dorsey plans a retreat with Twitter executives this week, the source said.

Weil has been at Twitter since 2009, although he has only served as its product head for about a year. He has often served as a face of the company, speaking at conferences and hinting at new developments on the site, such as a character count that would exceed the current 140-character limit.

Twitter has shuffled through three product heads since 2014, and Dorsey has played an increasingly large role in product development.
Stanton joined the company in 2010 and was tasked with growing its audience outside the United States. She previously worked at Google Inc and Yahoo Inc as well as the White House and State Department.
Twitter had its slowest user growth last year - it now boasts just over 300 million users - and was eclipsed by photo-sharing app Instagram, owned by Facebook Inc , which surpassed 400 million users last year.
Twitters stock has fallen nearly 50 percent since Dorseys return and is now trading below its IPO price. Analysts said there was concern Twitter had failed to grow its user base even with a quickened pace of product rollouts under Dorsey.

Since then, Dorsey has launched Moments, a product developed by Weil, which showcases Twitters best tweets and content, laid off 300 workers and hired former Google executive Omid Kordestani as executive chairman.
The news of the departures was first reported by the technology news site Re/Code.
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Largest known prime number discovered by computer in Missouri


Largest known prime number discovered by computer in Missouri

Prime numbers are indispensable in computer encryption, these numbers according to principle are only divisible by 1 and themselves. 

A computer at a University in Missouri was said to have lately discovered a new prime number which is about 22 million digits long and 5 million longer than the the earlier known prime number.
The discovered prime is written as 2^74,207,281-1, which denotes two, multiplied by itself 74,207,280 times, with one subtracted afterwards.

Uses of Large Prime Numbers

Large prime numbers are used basically for encryption in online banking, shopping and message computing systems, the current encryption system uses prime numbers in its hundreds and not millions compared to the recent discovery.

"This prime is too large to currently be of practical value," the Gimps project admitted in a statement . However, searching for large primes is intensive work for computer processors and can have
unexpected benefits.

"One prime project discovered that there was a problem in some computer processors that only showed up in certain circumstances," said Dr Steven Murdoch, cybersecurity expert at University College London.
Source: BBC
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Microsoft Skypes Real time language translator helps you say hello in 7 languages

Microsoft Skypes Real-time language translator helps you say hello in 7 languages
Microsoft Skypes Real-time language translator helps you say hello in 7 languages

Microsoft officially announced the development of its new language translating feature for Skype users.

With the new built-in real-time language translator brings Skype users improved conversation experience, making it possible to converse in 7 different languages.

Skype users before now do make use of stand alone Skype translator app to improvise translation, the new language translation feature has been fully integrated into Skype app available at their official
website for Windows PC users.

The company of its official blog explained that English and French is the widely used pair of language by Skype users, an since the new feature was introduced calls have skyrocketed to up to 400%, especially from Germany to Ghana.

The translation featured is coined based on machine learning and may not be at its best now, but with time will get better with converting multiples of language.

The company promises to add other languages in the future, however, here are the seven languages integrated into the app for enhanced real-time voice-to-voice language translation;

English
Italian
German
Mandarin
Spanish
Chinese and
Portuguese

An extra feature introduced into the chat app is text-to-text language translator that helps users translate imputed text into more than 50 languages.

Skype real-time language translator is available to windows PC user, the company did not disclose if the feature will as well be available for android and iOS users.
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