Melih Bayram Dede

Introducing Turkish tech journalists: Melih Bayram Dede

by H. Kerem Fındık / Turkish Tech News His first article published in a print magazine 1989 and he started his website in 2012. Here’s Melih Bayram Dede’s story Melih Bayram Dede is one of the veteran tech journalists. Having witnessed the digitalization in Turkish media, his first contact with computers was a Macintosh. Now […]

5G

Turkey officially activates nationwide 5G network

Turkey has entered a new era in telecommunications by commercially launching 5G technology as of April 1, 2026. The transition, coordinated by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure and the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK), follows a series of strategic auctions and infrastructure trials. The deployment of this next-generation network aims to provide mobile […]

Starlink

Digital divide in the sky: Fundamental differences between LEO and GEO orbits

In the realm of space technology and global connectivity solutions, the strategic positioning of satellites around the Earth is as critical as their function. Today, the Low Earth Orbit (LEO), which has gained prominence through US-based SpaceX’s Starlink project, and the Geostationary Orbit (GEO), the traditional heart of broadcasting, represent two distinct layers of modern […]

Melih Bayram Dede

Melih Bayram Dede: Deepfake technology threatens the credibility of truth

Journalist and author Melih Bayram Dede stated that advanced artificial intelligence programs capable of manipulating audio, images, and videos can produce fake content that is nearly impossible to distinguish from the truth, noting that deepfake technology has become a serious threat in terms of disinformation. According to Dede, deep learning algorithms allow for human lip […]

SwiftKey

Mandatory Microsoft Account era begins for SwiftKey keyboard

Microsoft, the US-based technology giant, has announced a significant transition for its popular keyboard application, SwiftKey. According to an official statement, dedicated SwiftKey Accounts will be retired on 31 May 2026, as the service moves to a standardized Microsoft Account (MSA) sign-in system for all users. Data migration to OneDrive This update is part of […]

NG-eCall

Next-Generation eCall modernizes vehicle safety via 4.5G and VoLTE

The automotive and telecommunications industries are undergoing a significant transition with the rollout of Next-Generation eCall (NG-eCall) services. By utilizing 4.5G and VoLTE (Voice over LTE) infrastructure, this advancement modernizes in-vehicle emergency communications, replacing legacy 2G and 3G systems with high-speed, IP-based connectivity. The shift ensures faster call setup times, superior voice quality, and more […]

Melih Bayram Dede

Melih Bayram Dede: Artificial intelligence images make it harder than ever to distinguish reality

Journalist and author Melih Bayram Dede stated that the level reached by artificial intelligence technologies, particularly in text and visual production, creates new risks in terms of information pollution and disinformation. According to Dede, while AI-supported content offers significant opportunities when used for beneficial purposes, it has the potential to lead to serious social consequences […]

AWS Datacenter

Technology giants on alert following US and Israeli operations against Iran

Increasing tensions and military operations in the Middle East have begun to directly impact the global technology ecosystem and data security. Following the strikes carried out by the US and Israel against Iran, reports of physical damage and connectivity issues in critical technology infrastructures across the region are emerging. Physical damage and outages at data […]

ChatGPT 5

OpenAI fills the void left by Anthropic: ChatGPT models at the service of the Department of War

Following U.S. President Donald Trump’s federal boycott of Anthropic, a seismic shift has occurred in the world of artificial intelligence. OpenAI has stepped into the military collaboration space that Anthropic rejected due to “ethical constraints,” utilizing its ChatGPT technology. CEO Sam Altman has announced a formal agreement to deploy the AI models powering ChatGPT within […]

Melih Bayram Dede

Melih Bayram Dede: AI-powered facial recognition systems pose a serious threat to individual privacy

Journalist and author Melih Bayram Dede stated that with the spread of artificial intelligence technologies, individual privacy violations are increasing, and facial recognition systems have become one of the most problematic applications in this field. According to Dede, biometric data collected without user consent turns individuals into potential suspects under constant surveillance without their knowledge. […]