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The feature was recently released as part of a software upgrade to Android 14-based OneUI 6, and adds to Samsung’s arsenal of security and privacy innovations. Auto-blocker is an opt-in package of additional security measures that gives users more choice as they explore the customisations enabled by Samsung Galaxy’s open ecosystem, the Korean major said. “At Samsung we constantly strive to keep our users safe from security attacks, and with the introduction of Auto Blocker users can continue to enjoy the benefits of our open ecosystem, knowing that their mobile experience is secured,” said Seungwon Shin, Head of Security Team, Mobile Experience Business at Samsung Electronics. “We always seek to empower our users to choose for themselves what best suits their needs — rather than us deciding on their behalf, and Auto Blocker is no exception to that.” Among the many things the tool can do, Auto Blocker can prevent app installations from unauthorised sources.

Global funds are offloading emerging Asia equities outside of China in droves as broader risk appetite cools amid concerns over a stronger dollar, higher borrowing costs and geopolitical tensions.

₹49,321 crore, or $5.9 billion, and strong profitability growth in India, as per data from its filing with the Registrar of Companies (RoC). “Apple topped the smartphone revenue chart in India in the first six months, and has also had a very strong two months festive season sales. Due to this, there is strong probability Apple could pip Samsung to the top spot in smartphone revenue in India," said Navkendar Singh, associate vice-president for client devices , International Data Corp.

rupee ended little changed after trading in a narrow range on Friday on a lack of fresh triggers and amid intermittent dollar sales by the central bank to prevent a fall towards the record low. The rupee closed at 83.2450 against the U.S. dollar compared with its close at 83.23 in the previous session. The central bank likely sold dollars on Friday near 83.25 levels but the intervention was not aggressive, traders said.

Upbit has solidified its position as the dominant player in South Korea‘s crypto exchange market, boasting an impressive market share of 80%.

Ahn Bo-hyun have parted ways just two months after confirming their romance. The ‘Flower’ hitmaker’s agency YG Entertainment confirmed the news.

MINA, the token that powers the zero-knowledge (ZK) proof-powered Mina Protocol, has seen a huge pump, nearly doubling in price since the start of the week.

K-pop star Jisoo, a member of the globally renowned girl group BLACKPINK, and well-known actor Ahn Bo-Hyun have decided to end their relationship after dating for less than three months due to their busy schedules. The news was confirmed by BLACKPINK's agency, YG Entertainment, «It is true that Jisoo and Ahn Bo-Hyun broke up. Jisoo and Ahn Bo-Hyun’s relationship naturally became distant due to their busy schedules, and they recently broke up.» Jisoo and Ahn's romantic involvement was first made public in August, after a Korean media outlet reported on their budding romance. YG Entertainment, in its statement at the time, confirmed that the couple was in a phase of getting to know each other and requested that fans respect their privacy as they explored their relationship. Fans of both celebs have expressed their views on the split. Some have questioned the decision, with one fan asking, «Why would he let her go??.. Jisoo is such a cool-headed personality.» Another commented, «Anyway, Jisoo deserves better,» while someone else expressed surprise, saying, «So soon??? They started dating like yesterday.»

₹13,537 crore) in India, Mirae towers over other foreign asset managers in the nation. The firm's Indian arm has amassed a client base nearing six million, and the profits are soaring, touching up to 40 billion won ( ₹247 crore) annually.

While the world’s eyes were fixed on the unfolding horrors of the latest Middle East war, China was busy pushing the envelope in the South China Sea. On Sunday, a Chinese coast guard vessel and another Chinese ship rammed a Philippine supply boat and coast guard ship in international waters claimed by China around the Spratly Islands. The State Department gravely noted that the Chinese actions “violated international law," but China appears unimpressed.

This wasn't a concert featuring Bollywood stars or a stand-up gig. Instead, it was a first of its kind e-gaming streaming event by gaming major Krafton. The event was the grand finale of the popular BGMI (Battleground Mobile India) series.

Educated By Tara Westover (2018) 1. In her intense memoir, Tara Westover recounts coming of age in the volatile environment created by her survivalist father and his doomsday conspiracies. Growing up in rural Idaho, she never received the compassion or support—or schooling—a child needs.

Crypto mixers are software tools that allow the owner of the digital currency to mask their identity. The move attempts to block usage of digital currency by organisations deemed to be ‘terrorist groups’ by the US government.

Atomic Wallet has frozen over $2 million after detecting suspicious deposits in a partnership with prominent exchanges. 

The United States Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, or FinCEN, has proposed designating cryptocurrency mixing as an area of "primary money laundering concern" following Hamas’ attack on Israel.

Elliptic, a reputable blockchain analytics entity, shed light on the expanding realm of cross-chain crime. Their 2023 report, 'The State of Cross-chain Crime,' delineated that an alarming $7 billion of illicit or high-risk funds have been navigated through cross-chain and cross-asset services. The report further unmasked the Lazarus Group, tied to North Korean hackers, as a notable perpetrator, orchestrating $900 million of the cross-chain crime. The findings underscore an escalating issue, exceeding prior anticipations and posing a grave concern for the blockchain domain.

SEOUL—Russia said it supports holding regular security talks with North Korea and China to address the threat posed by the U.S. on the Korean Peninsula, as Moscow draws closer to its partners and attempts to counter Western isolation. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov backed the idea during his two-day trip to North Korea that ended Thursday, according to Russian state media.

South Korean Unification Ministry has been closely monitoring the import of luxury items into North Korea, revealing a noticeable surge in conspicuous wealth among the country's elite. The Kim Dynasty and other high-ranking individuals in North Korea have demonstrated an enhanced appetite for designer imports and luxury products.

The U.S. Department of Defense on Tuesday released declassified photos and videos showing what it called a series of “coercive and risky” intercepts of American military aircraft by Chinese jets over the past two years, which officials say have spiked dramatically.

South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) is preparing regulations to supplement the Virtual Asset Users Protection Act passed earlier this year, according to local reports. New regulations should be ready by January, well ahead of the law entering into force, the FSS head said.

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