Month: April 2024

Social Network Truth Social to Launch Streaming Channel on iOS and others

Dan Uff April 16, 2024 0 1

The below is an official press release from Truth Social about a new streaming channel coming soon to iOS and other platforms:

SARASOTA, Fla., April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. (NASDAQ:DJT) (“TMTG” or the “Company”), operator of the social media platform Truth Social, announced today that after six months of testing on its Web and iOS platforms, the Company has finished the research and development phase of its new live TV streaming platform and will begin scaling up its own content delivery network (“CDN”).

TMTG plans to roll out its streaming content in three phases:

Phase 1: Introduce Truth Social’s CDN for streaming live TV to the Truth Social app for Android, iOS, and Web.
Phase 2: Release stand-alone Truth Social over-the-top (“OTT”) streaming apps for phones, tablets, and other devices.
Phase 3: Release Truth Social streaming apps for home TV.

The streaming content is expected to focus on live TV including news networks, religious channels, family-friendly content including films and documentaries; and other content that has been cancelled, is at risk of cancellation, or is being suppressed on other platforms and services.

“We’re excited to move forward with the next big phase for Truth Social,” said TMTG CEO Devin Nunes. “With our streaming content, we aim to provide a permanent home for high-quality news and entertainment that face discrimination by other channels and content delivery services. There is a lot of great content that simply can’t find an audience for unjust reasons, and we want to let these creators know they’ll soon have a guaranteed platform where they won’t be cancelled.”

Much like the Truth Social platform, the Company's CDN is intended to operate efficiently, cost-effectively and independent of Big Tech. The network is designed to be user friendly, incorporating cutting edge technology to optimize speed, performance, and security for video streaming while minimizing interruptions. TMTG’s CDN is expected to greatly enhance and expand Truth Social, an iconic Trump brand whose free-speech mission resonates deeply with its community of users and supporters.

About TMTG

The mission of TMTG is to end Big Tech's assault on free speech by opening up the Internet and giving people their voices back. TMTG operates Truth Social, a social media platform established as a safe harbor for free expression amid increasingly harsh censorship by Big Tech corporations.

Cautionary Statement About Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes forward-looking statements regarding, among other things, the plans, strategies, and prospects, both business and financial, of TMTG. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events, including the future plans and potential success of the streaming services under the CDN. Although we believe that our plans, intentions, and expectations reflected in or suggested by these forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot assure you that we will achieve or realize these plans, intentions, or expectations. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Generally, statements that are not historical facts, including statements concerning possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events, or results of operations, are forward-looking statements. These statements may be preceded by, followed by, or include the words “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “projects,” “forecasts,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “seeks,” “plans,” “scheduled,” “anticipates” or “intends” or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that may cause our actual results to differ materially from the expectations that we describe in our forward-looking statements. There may be events in the future that we are not accurately able to predict, or over which we have no control.

You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Although we may elect to update forward-looking statements in the future, we disclaim any obligation to do so, even if our assumptions and projections change, except where applicable law may otherwise require us to do so. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance. Readers should not put undue reliance on these statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. All forward-looking statements attributable to us or persons acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements herein. Important factors that may affect these projections or expectations include, but are not limited to: statements about the ability of TMTG to realize the benefits from the business combination; the ability of TMTG to maintain the listing of TMTG common stock on Nasdaq; ability to realize the benefit of the streaming services, its cost effectiveness, performance, stability, and future financial performance following the business combination; the impact of the outcome of any known or unknown litigation or other legal proceedings; the ability of TMTG to forecast and maintain an adequate rate of revenue growth and appropriately plan its expenses; expectations regarding future expenditures of TMTG; the future revenue and effect on gross margins of TMTG; the attraction and retention of qualified directors, officers, employees, and key personnel of TMTG; the ability of TMTG to compete effectively in a competitive industry; the impact of the ongoing legal proceedings in which President Donald J. Trump is involved on TMTG’s corporate reputation and brand; expectations concerning the relationships and actions of TMTG and its affiliates with third parties; the short- and long-term effects of the consummation of the business combination on TMTG’s business relationships, operating results, and business generally; the impact of future regulatory, judicial, and legislative changes in TMTG’s industry; the ability to locate and acquire complementary products or product candidates and integrate those into TMTG’s business; Truth Social, TMTG’s initial product, and its ability to generate users and advertisers; future arrangements with, or investments in, other entities or associations; competition and competitive pressures from other companies in the industries in which TMTG operates; and changes in domestic and global general economic and macro-economic conditions. For a discussion of these important factors and other risks, please read the information set forth under the caption “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. Other sections of the annual report describe additional factors that could adversely affect our business, financial condition, or results of operations. New risk factors emerge from time to time and it is not possible to predict all such risk factors, nor can we assess the impact of all such risk factors on our business, or the extent to which any factor or combination of factors may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements.

Investor Relations Contact
Shannon Devine (MZ Group | Managing Director - MZ North America)
Email: shannon.devine@mzgroup.us

Media Contact
press@tmtgcorp.com

Apple Developer Academy expands to Bali

Apple Inc April 16, 2024 0 0

Apple Developer Academy expands to Bali

Indonesia welcomes its fourth academy in the country as Apple deepens its investment in students and aspiring developers

Today Apple announced it will open Indonesia’s fourth Apple Developer Academy in Bali, expanding on its investment to increase opportunities for developers, students, and entrepreneurs looking to embark on careers in the region’s growing iOS app economy.

Since Indonesia’s first Apple Developer Academy launched in Jakarta in 2018, Apple has opened academies in Surabaya and Batam, and more than 2,000 aspiring developers have completed the program. As a testament to the academy’s impact, 90 percent of its graduates have gone on to find meaningful employment in various sectors spanning education, e-commerce, transportation, sustainability, and more.

“We’ve seen many times over that a line of code can change the world — and in Indonesia, we’re investing in the creativity and skills of people determined to prove it,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. “We’re excited by the growing developer community in Indonesia, and we look forward to investing in the success of even more coders with our fourth academy in the country.”

The academy’s nine-month program covers the basics of coding, as well as areas such as design, marketing, and project management, empowering students with the full suite of skills needed to become world-class entrepreneurs and developers. To encourage cross-cultural exchange, the Bali campus will accept applications not just from Indonesia, but across the globe, regardless of educational background or coding experience.

The academies in Indonesia have welcomed students from a variety of personal and professional backgrounds. To date, the cohorts have comprised students from over 90 cities across Indonesia, ranging between 18 and 50 years old, each of whom brings new ideas and life experiences to app designs and business plans.

Mary Santoso, who joined the academy in 2022 at the age of 38, founded WonderJack, a neurodiverse-friendly iPad game that trains executive function and mental processes for children. Inspired by her experience witnessing members of her family with dyslexia, the iPad app includes a soothing soundtrack, and tactile cards and objects so children can enjoy a stress-free, multisensory learning experience. The team is now collaborating with educational institutions, including an inclusive school in Surabaya, to research and assess the impact of the app.

“As a stay-at-home mom, the Apple Developer Academy helped me transform and focus on my mission to help children facing learning challenges that are similar to ones my daughter faces,” Santoso says. “There, I found a team of learners from different backgrounds who shared my passion for education and inclusivity. The guidance from mentors helped us hone our problem-solving skills and equipped us with the tools to build WonderJack, an app that aims to unlock the potential of all children.”

The academy’s curriculum reflects Apple’s approach to Challenge Based Learning, encouraging students to address personal, community, and global challenges, while designing inclusively to make a positive impact in the world.

Alumni Graciela Gabrielle, Jessi Febria, and Yafonia Hutabarat came together at the Jakarta academy to build Indonesia’s first indoor navigation app to assist blind and low-vision users with independent travel. The app, PetaNetra, uses augmented reality paths to provide the safest and fastest routes, considering features such as walls, floor patterns, and other objects. The team has secured partnerships with major institutions, including the Jakarta Library, to map their spaces and improve its features.

“I’m truly blessed to have found supportive and committed teammates at the academy,” explains Gabrielle, PetaNetra’s co-founder and CEO, whose parents are visually impaired. “As three female founders, we are passionate about creating social impact with the work we do. This inspired us to create PetaNetra, a gift for my parents and the 4 million visually impaired in Indonesia.”

Southeast Asia is home to hundreds of thousands of developers behind more than 90,000 apps on the App Store. Beyond creating their own startups in Indonesia, many academy graduates have also gone on to join established companies throughout the region, contributing to the development of apps and digital products with skills gained at the academies.

Alumni Denis Wibisono and Rais Mohamad Najib now lead the iOS development team for Bank Mandiri, the largest bank in Indonesia. Through their work, they push the boundaries to ensure a seamless, market-leading mobile banking experience for millions of Indonesians, and almost 40 percent of the bank’s iOS development team are academy graduates.

“Being at the academy really fueled my passion for iOS app development,” says Wibisono. “I believe the experience not only equipped me with advanced coding skills, but also critical thinking training, both of which are essential qualities of professional tech engineers.”

Alumni can also participate in other Apple educational programs and resources, such as the Apple Developer Center in Singapore and Apple Entrepreneur Camp which offer additional mentorship, inspiration, and insights from Apple experts and engineers.

Since the first Apple Developer Academy opened in Brazil, the program has grown to more locations around the world, including Korea, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Italy, and the U.S.

How to Fix a Mouse Cursor That Moves On Its Own in Windows 10

CompuScoop Staff April 16, 2024 0 1

Sometimes when using your computer, your cursor will seemingly move by itself. Don't call the exorcists just yet, though; there are several reasons why a cursor can move about without you moving the mouse.

Let's check out some ways to fix this problem on Windows

1. Double-Check Your Hardware

Before checking or changing any settings on your laptop or PC, check all your hardware components that could cause this problem. Take a look at the mouse cable, USB ports, or remaining battery charge if you use a wireless mouse.

2. Double-Check Your Mouse's Surface

If the hardware looks okay, check the surface that the mouse is resting on. Your desk might have scratches or uneven surfaces on it. If you use a mouse pad, it might be worn out and giving your mouse incorrect information about its movement.

3. Adjust the Mouse Pointer Speed

If your mouse pointer speed is set too high, you may get the feeling that your cursor is moving by itself. Here’s how you can adjust the pointer speed:

Press Windows key + I to bring up the Settings menu.
Go to Devices > Mouse.
Click on Additional mouse options.
Select the Pointer Options tab.
Use the slider below Select a pointer speed.
Click Apply > OK to save your new settings.

4. Change Touchpad Settings

If you set your touchpad sensitivity on your laptop too high, the cursor will move at the slightest touch. As such, you should take a look at its sensitivity setting. Here's how to change the touchpad sensitivity on your laptop:

Click Start, then head to Settings > Devices.
Select Touchpad, from the left-hand menu.
Below Taps, use the drop-down menu to change the touchpad sensitivity.

The change will take place in real-time, so you can try multiple settings until you find one that you like.

If you have connected a mouse to your Windows 10 laptop, you can disable the touchpad if you find yourself never using it.

It's worth noting that the cursor might move on its own because the touchpad might have accumulated dust. If your laptop is a little grimy, you should clean your laptop and see if that fixes the problem.

5. Disconnect Any Other Devices

Your problem could be caused by a joystick, graphics tablet, or other input devices connected to your laptop or PC. Because some of these can also control the cursor, it can lead to a conflict between them as they fight for power.

You can disconnect all devices and reconnect them one by one so you can find out which one causes the issue, or you can disable them temporarily when you don’t need them.

Via: MSN.com

Apple TV+ dramedy ‘Government Cheese’ picks up three new stars

CompuScoop Staff April 15, 2024 0 0

They will star in the series alongside previously announced lead David Oyelowo as well as Simone Missick. Variety exclusively reported the show was in the works at Apple in June 2022.

Based on the short film of the same name by Paul Hunter, “Government Cheese” follows Hampton Chambers (Oyelowo), described as “a man recently released from prison who struggles to keep his criminal past at bay and win back his family, all while processing moments of divine intervention that seem to happen with increasing frequency.”

Woodbine ‘s recent TV credits include the “Halo” series at Paramount+, “Ripley” at Netflix, and “Wu-Tang: An American Saga” at Hulu…
Mani previously starred in the Apple film “Spirited” alongside Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell and also appeared in the streamer’s series “Servant.” Beach is known for his roles in films like “Windtalkers,” “Flags of Our Fathers,” “Smoke Signals,” “Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee,” and “The Power of the Dog.”

Via: Variety.com