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Mumbai's Cactus Technology Solutions wins MeitY AI procurement platform contract
Mumbai's Cactus Technology Solutions has won MeitY's contract to develop an AI-powered platform, streamlining government procurement document drafting and review processes.
SpaceX launches Bohr, 1st commercially-built nuclear-powered satellite meeting FAA rules
SpaceX has launched BOHR, the world’s first commercially built nuclear-powered satellite, showcasing groundbreaking betavoltaic technology for space applications.
Samsung sets Galaxy Unpacked for London July 22 livestream
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2026 is set for July 22 in London, starting at 9 am ET (6.30 pm IST), with a livestream on Samsung’s website and YouTube channel.
Meta launches Muse image on Instagram amid user misuse concerns
Meta's new AI tool, Muse Image, allows public Instagram photos to be used for AI-generated content without notification, sparking privacy concerns and outrage among users.
Apple pulls iOS signing for iPhone 5c, iPad mini
Apple has ceased signing several older iOS versions for legacy iPhones and iPads, restricting users from restoring or downgrading to these versions starting July 10, 2026.
Anthropic drops Reflect beta tracking Claude chats for memory users
Anthropic's new Reflect dashboard tracks your Claude interactions, offering insights into your AI usage while suggesting ways to improve productivity and balance.
OpenAI's new AI agent can perform tasks on your behalf
OpenAI has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) agent, ChatGPT Work, to take on Anthropic's Claude Cowork.
Wally Funk, oldest woman to fly to space, dies
Wally Funk, a pioneering aviator and the oldest woman to fly into space, has passed away at the age of 87.
Truecaller warns TRAI 140 and 1600 number series erodes trust
Truecaller is challenging TRAI's proposal to restrict caller ID apps from marking certain commercial numbers as spam, raising concerns about user trust and call management.
Netflix to introduce short videos in select countries August 3
Netflix is introducing short-form videos from publishers like BuzzFeed, Variety, and Condé Nast starting August 3 in select countries, diversifying its content offerings.
OpenAI launches GPT-5.6
OpenAI has unveiled its latest family of models, the highly anticipated GPT-5.6.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Work to create documents, presentations and websites
OpenAI launched ChatGPT Work, a powerful AI agent combining coding and productivity tools, as it intensifies competition with Anthropic's Claude Cowork in the enterprise market.
WhatsApp launches Meta Business Agent AI in India for businesses
WhatsApp introduces Meta Business Agent in India, enabling AI-driven customer support for businesses and adding new features to search and share business profiles seamlessly.
Indian filmmakers use generative AI to create trailers for pitching
Indian film producers are leveraging generative AI to create pitch-ready trailers and short films, offering investors a visual glimpse of projects amidst rising costs.
Microsoft's Brad Smith warns export curbs threaten American tech trust
Microsoft President Brad Smith criticized the Trump administration's handling of AI export bans, urging for balanced, transparent regulatory measures.
NASA's Anil Menon spending 8 months aboard ISS testing tech
NASA astronaut Anil Menon, of Indian descent, will launch aboard Soyuz MS-29 on July 14 for an eight-month mission focused on medical and technological research in space.
Sophie Adenot showcases ISS pink lit veggie garden benefiting science
Astronaut Sophie Adenot revealed the International Space Station's glowing pink "Veggie" system, a mini garden designed to study plant growth and nitrogen fixation in microgravity.
Google gives Android users control over SMS, MMS, RCS backups
Google has begun rolling out local Documents backup on Android, alongside new settings to disable SMS, MMS, and RCS message backups with the latest Google Play services update.
Elon Musk plans moon construction starting 2026 Mars settlement 2045-2055
Elon Musk aims to launch rockets this year, sending materials to the moon and Mars, with Tesla robots leading infrastructure development for future human settlements.
OpenAI retires Atlas browser and integrates its features into ChatGPT
OpenAI is discontinuing its AI-powered browser, Atlas, but is integrating its browsing features into ChatGPT's desktop app and a new Chrome extension to enhance user experience.
Large study finds sitting raises cancer death risk 10% hourly
Prolonged sitting, even with regular exercise, raises cancer risk by 10% per additional hour, a study reveals. Frequent movement throughout the day is crucial for prevention.
Samsung announces Galaxy Z Fold 8 July 22 London launch
Samsung's latest teaser, in collaboration with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, hints at the Galaxy Z Fold 8's wider form factor ahead of its July 22 London launch.
Astronomers find oldest quasar 670 million years after Big Bang
Astronomers using ESA's Euclid telescope have discovered the oldest known quasar, shining with the light of a trillion suns just 670 million years after the Big Bang.
SpaceX filed to launch 100,000 Gen3 Starlink satellites globally
SpaceX has filed an FCC application to deploy 100,000 Gen3 satellites in low Earth orbit, significantly expanding its already massive Starlink broadband network.
Google will label ads using AI on Search, YouTube, Discover
Google introduces a new feature in "My Ad Center" to inform users if ads were created or edited using AI, enhancing transparency across Search, YouTube, and Discover.
Google readies Magic Cue rename to 'Proactive Assistance' under Gemini
Google is reportedly planning to rename its Magic Cue feature to "Proactive Assistance," aligning it under the Gemini brand for a more unified assistive experience.
AI analysis decodes Caribbean sperm whales' codas revealing 156 combinations
Scientists using AI have uncovered a potential phonetic alphabet in sperm whale clicks and identified distinct regional dialects among Mediterranean sperm whale populations.
Airbus and MTU to set up hydrogen fuel cell company
Airbus and MTU Aero Engines are launching a joint venture to develop hydrogen fuel cell propulsion systems, aiming to revolutionize clean aviation technology by 2027.
Google brings Gemini AI marketing tools to Indian businesses
Google has launched a range of Gemini-powered advertising and commerce innovations for Indian businesses at the Google Marketing Live 2026 event.
Meta to start making AI chips in September
Meta plans to start manufacturing its own artificial intelligence (AI) chip from September, an internal memo has revealed.
India probes Meta's new AI image generator amid privacy concerns
The Indian government is set to review Meta's latest Muse artificial intelligence (AI) image generator.
TRAI wants powers to regulate Truecaller-like apps
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has written to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), seeking regulatory powers over call management apps like Truecaller.
Global cancer cases could surge to 35M by 2050: WHO
A new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) warns that cancer cases are projected to rise from 20.6 million to nearly 35 million by 2050.
BSNL's new satellite phone costs more than iPhone 17 Pro
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-owned telecom operator, has launched a new satellite phone in India.
Gamers rally to save physical PlayStation game discs
An online petition against Sony's decision to end the production of physical disks for PlayStation games has garnered over 240,000 signatures.
Meet the IIT-Bombay grad who turned down Meta's $1M job
Rishabh Agarwal, a graduate from IIT Bombay and an AI researcher, has turned down a lucrative job offer from Meta.
Data breach exposes driver's license info of nearly 7M Americans
AssuranceAmerica, a leading insurance provider in the US, has suffered a major data breach.
OpenAI flags widespread flaws in SWE-Bench Pro benchmark
OpenAI has raised concerns over SWE-Bench Pro, a popular coding benchmark.
X will DM you when a misleading post gets corrected
X is set to enhance its Community Notes feature. The update will see users getting a direct message (DM) whenever a post they interacted with gets corrected.
Google Photos now lets you edit videos with AI
Google Photos has introduced a new feature called "Video Remix," which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to edit and transform videos in seconds.
Google's SynthID debunks viral deepfake of hospitalized US senator
Google's SynthID technology has successfully debunked a high-profile AI-generated hoax image, marking a major victory for the system.
Google may raise Pixel 11 prices across lineup
Google's upcoming Pixel devices, including the Pixel Watch 5 and Pixel 11 series, may come with a higher price tag than their predecessors.
Meta's 'super sensing' AI glasses could record all day
Meta, the tech giant formerly known as Facebook, is said to be working new "super-sensing" smart glasses.
Truecaller slams Indian telecom regulator's anti-spam rules
Truecaller, a leading caller identification platform, has publicly challenged the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) over its anti-spam regulations.
Mistral unveils AI model that navigates robots using single camera
French AI start-up Mistral has unveiled its first-ever model for embodied navigation, dubbed Robostral Navigate.
Windows market share drops below 60%, 1st time in years
Microsoft's Windows operating system, a stalwart in the desktop OS arena, has witnessed a major decline in its global market share.
OpenAI launches GPT-Live, making ChatGPT sound more human
OpenAI has just launched a new voice model for its AI chatbot, ChatGPT. The company claims the new model, called GPT-Live, will make conversations with the chatbot sound more human-like.
SpaceXAI debuts Grok 4.5 model for coding, agentic AI tasks
Elon Musk's AI venture, SpaceXAI (formerly known as xAI), has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence model, Grok 4.5.
WhatsApp introduces an AI assistant for businesses in India
WhatsApp has launched the Meta Business Agent in India, an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant that automates customer interactions.
Artemis II mission: Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen has retired
Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, who made headlines in April for flying around the Moon with three American crew members on the Artemis II mission, has announced his decision to step down from a full-time astronaut role.
Why Russia is trying to jam Musk's Starlink network
In a bid to counter Ukraine's "mid-strike" drone attacks, Russian forces are resorting to advanced tactics.
Are AI companies taking 'existential' safety threats seriously?
A recent report by the Future of Life Institute, a US-based AI safety think tank, has raised concerns over the global artificial intelligence (AI) industry's ability to combat "existential" threats.
Men's testosterone levels have declined by 54% since 1972: Study
A recent study has revealed a shocking decline in men's average testosterone levels over the past five decades.
YouTube introduces 'Gifts' feature for live streams in India
YouTube has launched a new feature called 'Gifts' for live streams in India.
Microsoft cuts reliance on ChatGPT, Claude over AI costs
Microsoft is reportedly shifting its focus toward its own AI models, in a bid to cut down on the rising costs of using advanced AI at a corporate level.
SpaceXAI's next AI model could debut today
SpaceXAI, the rebranded company formerly known as xAI, is gearing up to launch a cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) model in collaboration with Cursor.
You can now get your hands on OpenAI's GPT-5.6 model
The US Department of Commerce has given the green light for a wider release of OpenAI's cutting-edge GPT-5.6 model.
You can now use video editing tools on X
X, the social network, has introduced a new video editing and recording feature.
Discord's AI moderation system might not be working after all
Discord has admitted to a major blunder in its AI moderation system, which has wrongfully banned over 8,000 users in the last two months.
Meta disables camera if smart glasses privacy LED is tampered
Meta has announced a new update for its smart glasses, which will disable the camera if it detects that someone has tampered with or destroyed the privacy LED light.
Meta's new AI tool detects images made by Muse model
Meta is developing a cutting-edge detection tool. The innovative system has been designed to identify images generated by Muse Image, its latest image generation model.
Google to launch Pixel 11 series on August 12
Google has confirmed its next Made by Google event for the launch of the Pixel 11 series.
Hacker arrest exposes Microsoft's Windows device ID tracking capabilities
The recent arrest of a teenage hacker has raised alarms about Microsoft's potential surveillance capabilities.
Anthropic's Claude Cowork now available on mobile and web
Anthropic has announced the expansion of its AI platform, Claude Cowork, to mobile and web.
Samsung's next-gen foldables debut July 22: What to expect
Samsung has officially announced that its next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on July 22 in London.
Meta's new AI image tool sparks fresh privacy worries
Meta has launched its latest artificial intelligence (AI) image generator, Muse Image, developed by the company's dedicated AI unit, Meta Superintelligence Labs.
China might curb access to its top AI models: Report
China is considering limiting access to its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, including unreleased ones.
Nothing's new budget earbuds can record what you're listening to
Nothing has launched its latest budget-friendly wireless earbuds, the Ear (3a), at a price of $99.
DeepSeek developing AI chips to cut reliance on NVIDIA, Huawei
DeepSeek, a leading Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) firm, is reportedly developing its own silicon chips.
US deploys Anthropic AI for cyber defense
The United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is using Anthropic's artificial intelligence (AI) model, Mythos, to detect vulnerabilities in government software.
Nothing's 1st 'B' series smartphone launched in India at ₹35,000
Nothing has launched its first 'B' series smartphone, the Phone (4b), in India.
India's largest private satellite loses contact after solar storm
Mission Drishti, the world's first OptoSAR satellite and India's largest privately developed Earth observation satellite, has lost contact with its Bengaluru-based space start-up GalaxEye.
Apple now asks before sending AI requests to Google Cloud
Apple has introduced a new prompt in iOS 27 as well as last year's iOS 26, seeking user consent before transmitting their data to Google Cloud.
Australia's social media ban for teens is not working
A recent study has revealed that Australia's new law mandating age checks on social media platforms is failing at the first hurdle.
India's biggest privately developed Earth observation satellite loses contact
GalaxEye's Mission Drishti, the world's first OptoSAR satellite and India's largest privately developed Earth observation satellite, has lost contact with its Bengaluru-based start-up.
Air pollution might be changing your sperm's DNA: Study
A recent study has revealed a potential link between air pollution and changes in sperm DNA, raising new concerns about its impact on male fertility.
Are AI tools altering meaning of your online messages?
A recent study by Oxford and Potsdam universities has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) tools are skewing online messages on sensitive political issues such as abortion and climate change.
Received invoice on WhatsApp? It may be malware
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a cybersecurity alert regarding a new malware campaign.
China's Tianwen-2 reaches Earth's quasi-moon for sample mission
China's Tianwen-2 spacecraft has successfully reached Kamo'oalewa, a small asteroid that orbits the Sun in tandem with Earth.
Nobel winner's ambitious project could provide endless clean energy
Shuji Nakamura, the Nobel Prize-winning physicist who invented blue light-emitting diodes (LEDs), is now working on a groundbreaking project in the field of nuclear fusion.
Why EU wants France to amend social media ban law
The European Union (EU) has advised France to modify its proposed law banning social media for users under the age of 15.
You can now customize how Siri sounds like
Apple has released the third developer beta of iOS 27, introducing a major update to its AI-powered virtual assistant, Siri.
Alibaba bans Anthropic's AI tools over security concerns
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has announced a ban on the use of US-based artificial intelligence (AI) company Anthropic's tools by its employees.