WhatsApp is rolling out usernames in beta on Android and iOS, enabling messaging without exposing phone numbers, though signup still requires a number 🔐
Usernames allow 3–35 chars, optional 4-digit keys, and Meta linking, reflecting partial privacy gains but continued centralized identity control 🧩

🔗 https://9to5google.com/2026/04/08/whatsapp-username-support-rolling-out/

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WhatsApp starts rolling out usernames in beta, keeps your phone number private

WhatsApp has started rolling out support for usernames, allowing users to keep their phone numbers private while still using the app.

9to5Google

ElevenLabs has launched a new AI-powered music generation app called ElevenMusic.

The app allows users to:
• Create songs using text prompts
• Remix AI-generated tracks
• Discover music within the platform

It’s a clear move to compete with platforms like Suno and Udio and expand beyond voice AI.

Full article:
https://techputs.com/elevenlabs-ai-music-generation-app/

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Customer support is evolving into a scalable, AI-driven system.

With chatbots, voice agents, and automation, businesses can:
• Improve response time
• Reduce operational costs
• Deliver consistent experiences

Aisa-X enables a hybrid model where AI handles scale and humans handle complexity.

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Amanda Brock co-authored this OpEd for Deccan Herald, looking at the middle ground approach of the UK to AI regulation alongside those of India and the EU.
Read here: https://www.deccanherald.com/opinion/the-deepfake-dilemma-speed-or-safety-3934355#
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Registration closes 19 March — just 2 days left!

@fossee_iitb Arduino Day 2026 is a free, national open-source hardware event organised by IIT Bombay.

📅 23–25 March 2026
🆓 Free participation
🤖 Learn Arduino, build projects, get recognised

👉 https://arduinoday26.fossee.in/

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Open tech is inevitable. Eventually, it became the dominant force in software, and over time, the same will happen in AI. It just needs a bunch of stars to align,” states OpenUK CEO Amanda Brock. Read here: https://www.computing.co.uk/feature/2026/rolling-out-ai-that-works-the-trust-factor/
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Customer expectations for support have changed.

People want instant answers, not ticket queues.

AI-powered L1 Support Agents can handle repetitive customer queries automatically while human agents focus on complex issues.

✔ Faster responses
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✔ Reduced support workload

Explore AiSA-X L1 AI Support Agent:
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🤖 Why many AI tools fail inside real businesses

The problem isn’t AI.

It’s that most tools work independently, creating data silos and manual workflows.

With Aisa-X Custom AI Development, businesses can build AI systems that integrate directly with their operations.

Benefits include:

✅ AI chat & voice agents
✅ Automated lead qualification
✅ CRM and system integrations
✅ 24/7 customer engagement

Learn more:
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🚀 FOSSEE Arduino Day 2026
📅 23–25 March

Dream Big with Arduino 💡
Celebrating Open Source Hardware, innovation, and hands-on learning.

Students, educators & makers — join us in building openly and collaboratively.

🌐 https://arduinoday26.fossee.in/

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#FLOSS #OpenEducation #Fediverse #Makers #OpenTech #OpenInnovation
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