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IN NEWS: Recently, Apple announced that it will introduce end-to-end encryption for most of the data on iCloud by early 2023. Apple also said that users who opt in for end-to-end encryption on their iCloud will h...
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Why in news? To promote the civilian use of ‘NAVigation with the Indian Constellation’ (NavIC), the Indian version of GPS, the ISRO will introduce the L1 frequency in all its future satellites. Abo...
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WHY IN NEWS? Taking India's digital transformation and connectivity to new heights, the Prime Minister launched 5G services in India on October 1. On the same day, Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF), a bo...
Preliminary > Science and Technology > Space technology > Communication technology
Why in news? India is pushing tech giants to make their smartphones compatible with its NavIC system. What is NavIC? NavIC (NAVigation with Indian Constellation) or the Indian Regional Navigation Satelli...
Preliminary > Science and Technology > Communication technology > Communication technology
Why in news? Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT), an arm of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), have created a new dedicated low cost financial network that can be used privately by ba...
Preliminary > Science and Technology > Communication technology > Communication technology
Background Satellite technology is developing fast, and the applications for satellite technology are increasing all the time. Not only can satellites be used for radio communications, but they are also used for ...
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Why in news? Several steps taken by the government to reduce Electromagnetic Field (EMF) Emissions. About Electromagnetic Field (EMF) Emissions: They are invisible areas of energy, often referred to as R...
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About NavIC: NavIC (NAVigation with Indian Constellation) or the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) is an autonomous regional satellite navigation system, that provides accurate real-time positioni...
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Why in news? Due to rising cases of mobile phone snatching in Delhi, the Delhi Police is now planning to work with internet service providers and the department of telecommunications to block stolen or robbed phone...
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IN NEWS: As per FICCI-EY's 2022 report, Web 3.0 and blockchain can add a staggering $1.1 trillion to India's GDP by 2032. WHAT IS WEB 3.0? Web 3.0 is used to describe a potential next phase of th...