Abstract: We report a highly sensitive refractive index sensor based on a looped micro-deformed tapered fiber. The microdeformation is induced by first shaping the taper into a loop, and then, a ...

Jeff Carlson writes about mobile technology for CNET. He is also the author of dozens of how-to books covering a wide spectrum ranging from Apple devices and cameras to photo editing software and ...

The partnership gives Sei direct mobile distribution across key crypto markets and includes plans to pilot stablecoin payments in 2026. The Sei Development Foundation, the nonprofit organization ...

Update December 3 2025, 10:43am ET: India has withdrawn its mandate requesting manufacturers to install the Sanchar Saathi app, according to reporting from Reuters ...

Surprising no one, Apple has indicated that it will not comply with a new order from the Indian government requiring it to pre-install a state-run cybersecurity app ...

India has ordered smartphone companies to pre-install an anti-spam and phone-tracking app on all new devices within the next 90 days. The Sanchar Saathi app, launched in January, lets users lock down ...

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Some phone manufacturers have reportedly promised to pre-install Russia’s Max app. Major smartphone brands are yet to officially confirm they are adding the messenger. Russia is pushing its ...

Russia will mandate the pre-installation of its state-backed messaging app Max on all phones and tablets from September 1. Critics warn that Max will function as surveillance software, while officials ...

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