Top Tech News Today: Microsoft's First Regional Data Centre Coming Up In Thailand, Arc Bowser For Windows 11 Launched

Microsoft said it will establish a new Cloud and AI infrastructure in Thailand, offering AI training opportunities to over 100,000 individuals and aiding the country's burgeoning developer community.

The establishment of the data centre region will enhance accessibility to Microsoft's hyperscale Cloud services. ( Image Source :Getty/ABP Live )

Microsoft's First Regional Data Centre Coming Up In Thailand

On Wednesday, Microsoft said it will establish a new Cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure in Thailand, offering AI training opportunities to over 100,000 individuals and aiding the country's burgeoning developer community. The establishment of the data centre region will enhance accessibility to Microsoft's hyperscale Cloud services, ensuring enterprise-level reliability, performance, and compliance with data residency and privacy regulations, the company said.

Browser Company Launches Arc Browser For Windows 11

The Browser Company has launched its Arc browser for Windows 11. Using the free and open-source Chromium engine, the Arc browser for Windows 11 is developed using Apple's Swift programming language. This enables feature parity between the Windows and Apple versions of the browser. However, the inaugural release of the Arc browser for Windows is missing certain features available in the macOS version, like Little Arc, which opens a link in a floating pop-up window. Conversely, the Windows iteration of the Arc browser offers support for touchscreen functionality.

Google Pixel 8a Colours And Cases Leaked Ahead Of Official Unveiling

Late last month, the India pricing for the Google Pixel 8a was revealed, and now we have the US pricing as well. After currency conversion, it aligns closely with the previously rumoured price range. Additionally, new promotional images of the Pixel 8a, along with an additional case colour option has now been leaked ahead of its official launch.

WhatsApp Aims To Restrict Spam Accounts Soon

Meta-owned WhatsApp is with a new feature designed to prevent accounts from sending spam messages. The messaging app, the world's most popular, has experienced an increase in spam and bulk messaging from business and marketing numbers, causing annoyance for users and therefore, this feature aims to mitigate the spread of spam. 

Apple Expands Beats Headphones Line With Solo Buds And Beats Solo 4

Apple has unveiled two new wireless audio offerings: the Beats Solo Buds and the Beats Solo 4. These freshly unveiled products are designed to work with both Apple and Android devices and support USB Type-C charging. The Beats Solo Buds boast seamless one-touch pairing and provide up to 18 hours of total playback time. On the other hand, the Beats Solo 4, succeeding the Beats Solo 3, feature an improved design and comes with a personalised Spatial Audio feature with dynamic head tracking, offering up to 50 hours of battery life.