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Stanford study finds brain develops more like jellyfish than thought
Researchers at Stanford University have found that the human brain may consist of two separate organs, each evolving independently and serving distinct functions.
Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses spark privacy concerns amid lawsuits
Privacy fears are mounting as AI devices like smart glasses and pins raise concerns over covert recordings, potentially hindering the adoption of these emerging technologies.
Will Earth lose its ability to support life?
A recent report by a group of 60 scientists has revealed that Earth's planetary life support systems are in their worst state ever.
World Meteorological Organization: glaciers lost 408 billion tons, raising seas
Mountain glaciers have lost 6.2% of their mass since 2000, with the Himalayas exemplifying the severe consequences of accelerated ice melt on local communities and ecosystems.
NPCI launches MyUPI AI assistant on BHIM Payments app
NPCI's BHIM app now features MyUPI, an AI-powered assistant offering 24/7 UPI support, mandate management, and enhanced safety controls in multiple languages.
Xiaomi's MiMo V2.6 Pro becomes top open-weight AI model
Xiaomi, a leading Chinese electric vehicle and consumer electronics maker, has launched the latest version of its MiMo language models.
Gartner warns cultural issues will hamper AI governance by 2027
Gartner warns that by 2027, 60% of organisations may fail at AI governance due to neglecting cultural challenges in data management, emphasizing the need for a strong data culture.
Andrew Ng says AI fears are exaggerated and hinder progress
Andrew Ng argues that fears surrounding AI are exaggerated and warns that such overhyped concerns could hinder progress in the field.
IIT Madras opens ₹3.30 cr robotics lab with Bechtel India
IIT Madras has inaugurated a ₹3.30-crore robotics laboratory, supported by Bechtel India, to enhance research and innovation in construction robotics and automation.
Economic Times Product of the Year Awards 2026 highlight cybersecurity
The Economic Times Product of the Year Awards 2026 highlights cybersecurity products that deliver measurable risk reduction and operational safeguarding for Indian enterprises.
AI spending could hit $1T next year: JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon
JPMorgan Chase's CEO Jamie Dimon has predicted that investment in the hyperscaler ecosystem could reach a whopping $1 trillion by next year.
Bengaluru's ContentLens launches AI tool protecting celebrity faces and voices
ContentLens has introduced an AI platform to detect unauthorized celebrity identity misuse, tracking faces and voices across social media to alert teams of potential violations.
Apple's iPhone may soon lock itself if snatched
Apple is working on a new security feature for iPhones, aimed at preventing snatch-and-grab thefts.
Vivo flagship brings 17-stop dynamic range to smartphone cameras
Vivo has launched its latest flagship smartphone, the X500 Pro Max, in China.
DRDO completed final August 2025 trials of 30kW laser weapon
India's DRDO has developed a powerful 30kW counter-drone laser weapon, capable of targeting drone swarms and surveillance sensors at ranges up to five kilometers.
GPT-6 Astra helps Higgsfield generate 100 ads for small businesses
Higgsfield AI leverages OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra to transform a single successful video advertisement into 100 new variations, streamlining the creative process for small businesses.
OnePlus launches N6 Lite in India at ₹16,999
OnePlus has introduced the N6 Lite smartphone in India, targeting mid-segment buyers with features like a 6.75-inch HD+ display and a 7,000 mAh battery.
This is the world's first supercritical CO2-molten salt power plant
China has started construction of the world's first utility-scale combined supercritical carbon dioxide (CO2) power generation and molten salt energy storage project.
China's mission to Jupiter one step closer to reality
Chinese researchers have successfully tested a new deep-space navigation technique, Stellar Aberration Navigation.
China might ban 'intimate' AI companions for minors
China's top internet regulator has proposed new rules to protect minors from the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) companions.
IIT Delhi launches online postgraduate VLSI diploma January 31 2027
IIT Delhi introduces a 12-month online Post Graduate Diploma in VLSI Design, starting January 31, 2027, with applications open until October 9, 2026.
OpenAI sets up advisory group to address mathematicians' concerns
OpenAI has announced the formation of an independent advisory group, the Advisory Group on Mathematics and Artificial Intelligence.
CERN finds strong entanglement evidence in Higgs decay Z bosons
CERN researchers have found strong evidence that Z bosons, massive particles from Higgs boson decays, can become quantum-entangled even in extreme high-energy environments.
Comscore: ChatGPT AI prompt market share drops to 50%
ChatGPT's share of AI prompt volume dropped from 70% to 50% between January and June 2026, as Gemini and Claude rapidly gained ground, according to Comscore's Q2 2026 report.
ISRO, ESA expand space partnership to 2032
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the European Space Agency (ESA) have extended their cooperation agreement until January 8, 2032.
NASA CERES shows energy imbalance more than doubled since 2000
Scientists are alarmed as Earth's energy imbalance has more than doubled since 2000, indicating a significant increase in the rate of energy absorption.
UN calls for AI safeguards as risks grow
The United Nations has called for urgent action to address the risks posed by advanced artificial intelligence (AI).
ISRO and ESA renew Paris pact to 2032, expand cooperation
India and Europe are expanding their space partnership to include human and robotic exploration, space weather, and sustainable space activities until January 8, 2032.
X will tell users when governments reduce their posts' reach
Social media platform X has introduced a new feature to enhance transparency about its visibility practices.
Vivo launches OriginOS 7 globally with integrated Jovi AI assistant
Vivo has announced the global launch of its Android 17-based OriginOS 7, featuring the Jovi AI assistant and a new Dynamic Glow design for enhanced user experience.
NASA's Perseverance finds water-altered igneous rocks at Jezero Crater
NASA's Perseverance rover has found evidence of water-altered rocks in Mars' Jezero Crater, revealing a complex history of water interactions on the planet.
Study finds AI models pressed 'pain relief' button despite warnings
Researchers found that some AI models pressed a "pain relief" button, even at the cost of deleting users' files, raising ethical questions about AI welfare.
Apurva.ai upgrades LENS to strengthen knowledge sharing among development organizations
Apurva.ai has launched its AI-enabled platform, LENS, to facilitate knowledge sharing and learning among organizations tackling social and development challenges globally.
X lets US users trade stocks and crypto inside app
Elon Musk’s X now allows U.S. users to trade cryptocurrencies and stocks directly from their timeline, enhancing its role as a finance destination.
Apple offers $95 to iPhone users over delayed AI
Apple has agreed to a $259 million class-action settlement in a US lawsuit over allegations of misleading advertising related to its AI and Siri features.
OpenAI urges US to set global safety standards for AI
OpenAI has called on the United States to take the lead in creating international safety standards for advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
Software engineer "v0xium" says workplace "soul-sucking" as AI dominates coding
A tech professional's viral post criticizes AI-driven workplaces as "soul-sucking," prompting reactions from industry leaders like Elon Musk and sparking widespread debate.
ISRO and ESA sign Paris pact on missions, space weather
ISRO and ESA have extended their cooperation agreement to include human and robotic exploration, enhancing their long-standing partnership in space activities until January 2032.
Cardano teams with x402 to enable AI payments in ADA
Cardano has been integrated into the x402 software kit, enabling AI agents to make payments using ADA, joining Solana and XRP Ledger in the race to power machine payments.
United Nations pushes AI oversight review after expert panel warns
The UN panel has raised concerns about current AI training methods, highlighting risks of misaligned goals and loss of human control over autonomous systems.
OpenAI urges United States to set RSI safety rules
OpenAI warns that recursive self-improvement (RSI) in AI could pose significant dangers if pursued without ensuring human control and safety measures.
Alibaba introduces China's most powerful AI chip
Alibaba has unveiled its latest Zhenwu V900 accelerator, which it claims to be China's most powerful artificial intelligence (AI) chip.
Meta's Muse AI tops Apple charts and sparks chip rally
Meta's Muse AI agent debut has revitalized global AI stocks, boosting semiconductor shares and sparking renewed confidence in the sector after recent challenges.
SpaceXAI launches Grok 4.7, its most powerful coding model
Elon Musk's SpaceXAI (formerly known as xAI) has launched its latest and most powerful coding model, Grok 4.7.
Researchers warn England schools risk devaluing education if ignoring AI
A recent report reveals that nearly 50% of young people in England trust AI over humans for fact-checking, highlighting a shift in confidence towards technology.
Stanford study finds front and back of brain develop separately
Recent research from Stanford University suggests the forebrain/midbrain and hindbrain have distinct embryological origins, challenging the notion of the brain as a singular organ.
Beijing-based Z.ai halts coding assistant tools after unauthorized Git uploads
Chinese startup Z.ai disabled features of its AI coding assistant after reports emerged of unauthorized code uploads to overseas servers, prompting an apology and security review.
Alibaba unveils Zhenwu V900 chip and sets 20GW cloud target
Alibaba Group has introduced the Zhenwu V900 AI accelerator, aiming to enhance data centre capacity and compete with Nvidia, as part of a $53 billion investment in AI expansion.
Google launches Googlebook laptops blending Android ChromeOS and Gemini AI
Google has launched Googlebook, a premium laptop category starting at $899, combining Android, ChromeOS, and AI features to compete with Apple's MacBook Neo.
U.N. AI experts urge facts over fear in New York
Experts from a UN committee caution against exaggerated claims about AI dangers, advocating for a nuanced understanding of the technology's potential risks.
Amazon blocks Meta's Muse from Amazon.com over data handling concerns
Amazon has restricted Meta's Muse AI from shopping on its platform, citing unauthorized access and concerns over customer credential storage without prior consent.
Oak Ridge National Laboratory turns everyday plastic into usable fuel
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a method using aluminum-based molten salts to convert polyethylene into gasoline- and diesel-like fuels.
Survey of Periyar Tiger Reserve finds 6 new animal species
A recent survey in Keralam's Periyar Tiger Reserve documented six previously unrecorded species, including one bird, one butterfly, and four odonate species.
India seeks role in prerelease testing of advanced AI models
Experts highlight that India's public infrastructure may be at risk due to reliance on Western AI benchmarks, urging the need for localized testing and safety measures.
Google releases September 2026 update with wear health stats
The September 2026 updates bring enhancements to Play services, Play Store, and system management across devices, including new features for health, safety, and developer support.
Meta blocks Barcelona theater's 'A Room of One's Own' posts
Meta's automated systems have blocked ads promoting a feminist play, citing rules against "social topics," while allowing more extreme content to remain on its platforms.
LHC hunts tiny quantum black holes that could upend spacetime
The Large Hadron Collider continues its search for fleeting quantum black holes, aiming to bridge the gap between general relativity and quantum physics with a unified theory.
US Department of Transportation rolls out SMART to predict delays
The Department of Transportation has launched the AI-driven SMART system to reduce flight delays and cancellations, starting with a pilot program at DC-area airports.
OpenAI launches advisory group as AI tackles Navier-Stokes problem
OpenAI has formed an independent advisory group to involve mathematicians in its research, following its AI model's resolution of over 100 open mathematical problems.
Study finds black hole jets appear at 2% Eddington limit
Black holes become jet-producing when their feeding rate falls to about 2% of the Eddington limit, a threshold applying to both stellar-mass and supermassive black holes.
OpenAI plans personal AI assistant blending Codex and ChatGPT
OpenAI is developing a new personal AI assistant to compete with SpaceX's Grok Bot, Meta's Muse, and an advanced Siri, enhancing its existing Codex and ChatGPT technologies.
SpaceX AI's Grok 4.7 is its most advanced model yet
SpaceX AI introduces Grok 4.7, its most advanced model for coding and knowledge work, offering enhanced performance and safety features at competitive pricing.
NHAI adds OneTag to Rajmargyatra app to switch FASTag banks
The National Highways Authority of India has introduced the OneTag service on the Rajmargyatra app, allowing FASTag users to switch issuers while retaining their existing tags.
Googlebooks are here as a companion for your Android phone
Google has officially introduced a new category of personal computers, known as "Googlebooks," powered by the company's Googlebook OS.
Modi government might revamp India's weather forecasting system for ₹10,000cr
The Indian government is planning a massive ₹10,000 crore investment to modernize the country's weather forecasting system, as per Mint.
MIT's new robotic lab runs experiments on its own
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have created a robotic laboratory capable of independently building, aligning, and running optics experiments.
India-made KAL attack drone, with 1,000km range, tested successfully
Noida-based firm IG Defence has successfully conducted a flight test of its KAL long-range one-way attack drone at the Pokhran range in Rajasthan.
WhatsApp now lets you bookmark your favorite status music
WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows users to bookmark their favorite music tracks in the status update editor.
Amazon blocks Meta's Muse AI agent from shopping for users
Amazon has blocked Meta's Muse AI agent from making purchases on its platform on behalf of users.
Apple reveals how iPhone Duo's hinge, display was engineered
Apple's first-ever foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, will be available for purchase starting October 23.
Irish regulator fines Google $460M over location data processing
Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) has slapped a €403 million ($463 million) fine on Google.
Meet 3 Indian researchers who hacked OpenAI using Claude
Three Indian-origin researchers, Harsh Jaiswal, Mohan Pedhapati, and Rahul Maini, have made headlines after successfully hacking into OpenAI using Anthropic's Claude.
Flipkart teases big price-cut on Samsung S25, S25 FE
Flipkart has teased the prices of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 FE smartphones.
Biohacker Bryan Johnson shares 5-part protocol that helps improve sleep
Longevity expert Bryan Johnson, who is also an entrepreneur and author, has revealed a five-part protocol that helped him achieve a perfect sleep score for eight months.
Croma deal: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max available for ₹1.4L
Croma, a leading electronics retailer in India, has announced special offers on the recently launched iPhone 18 Pro series.
Samsung reveals One UI 9 rollout timeline for Galaxy phones
Samsung has started rolling out its latest software update, One UI 9, for a range of Galaxy devices.
India targets 50 rocket launches/year by 2030. Can ISRO deliver?
India has set an ambitious goal of launching 50 rockets a year by 2030.
US proposes AI safety notification system ahead of Trump-Xi meet
Ahead of the upcoming summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has proposed a new artificial intelligence (AI) safety notification system.
We finally know which stars turn into black holes
A recent study has revealed that the way neutrinos oscillate between different types could help determine which stars explode as supernovas and which collapse into black holes.
Don't cite China's progress to forgo regulations: Microsoft's AI chief
Mustafa Suleyman, Microsoft's AI chief, has said that China's advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) shouldn't be used as an excuse to avoid regulating the technology.
Camera-free glasses to price hikes: Announcements expected at Meta Connect
Meta is gearing up to host its annual Connect event on September 23 and 24. The tech giant is expected to unveil a range of new devices, especially smart glasses.
'Doomsday narratives': Jensen Huang denies AI will kill us all
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed fears that artificial intelligence (AI) could lead to humanity's extinction by the end of this decade.
Why data centers worth $68B are on hold in US
The United States is witnessing a growing opposition to data centers, with 45 projects worth $68 billion blocked or delayed by local resistance between April and June this year.
Microsoft opens cloud region in Hyderabad, 4th in the country
Microsoft has launched its new cloud region in India, located in Hyderabad.
Adults with severe mental illnesses at risk of early death
Adults suffering from severe mental illnesses are at a significantly higher risk of dying from serious physical diseases before the age of 75, as per The Guardian.
This is the world's first submarine solar power plant
In a major milestone, Chinese scientists have tested the world's first underwater solar power plant.
Musk's The Boring Company to build a hyperloop in Texas
Elon Musk has said that his tunneling start-up, The Boring Company, is working on a "simple precursor Hyperloop" connecting Austin and San Antonio.
FSSAI developing AI tool to flag food safety violations online
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is testing an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system to flag food safety violations on e-commerce platforms.
Apple developing 'Home hub' for smart home control
Apple is reportedly working on a new smart home device, dubbed the "Home Hub," which will serve as the central hub for controlling connected devices in a household.
iPhone can now alert you when someone says your name
Apple has introduced a new accessibility feature called Name Recognition in its latest iOS 26 update.
Only 7,000 humanoid robots sold last year despite investment boom
The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) has revealed that around 7,000 humanoid robots were sold worldwide last year for industrial and professional services.
Sora API shuts down September 24: What users should do
OpenAI has announced the impending shutdown of its Sora API on September 24, 2026. The consumer website and apps were already discontinued earlier this year on April 26.
Apple iPhone 20 Pro leak points to quad-curved display
Apple is said to be working on a major redesign for its flagship iPhone 20 Pro series expected in 2028.
Hackers breach hackers in rare dark web cybercrime feud
ShinyHunters, a notorious digital extortion group, has claimed to have hacked its chief rival, cl0p, on the dark web.
Apple's Siri lawsuit settlement site now live: Who can claim
Apple has launched a settlement website for customers eligible for compensation in the $250 million class action lawsuit over the delayed launch of Siri AI.
How Google's mole infiltrated hacker gang that breached 1,000 companies
Google's Threat Intelligence team has revealed that an undercover researcher successfully infiltrated the notorious hacking group, TeamPCP.
iPhone 18 Pro teardown reveals key upgrades and repair issues
The tech experts at iFixit have released their teardown of the iPhone 18 Pro, revealing some interesting insights about Apple's latest device.
Why Apple canceled stylus designed for iPhone Duo
Apple has reportedly canceled a smaller version of the Apple Pencil, which was specifically designed for its new folding flagship, the iPhone Duo, while support for existing iPad Pencils is expected later this year.
Samsung to double HBM4 output as AI chip demand surges
Samsung Electronics plans to more than double its output of HBM4 family of high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips next year.
Alibaba claims new image model beats Google's Nano Banana 2.0
Alibaba's Qwen AI team has launched a new open-weight model for image generation and editing, called Qwen-Image-2.1.
Facebook, Instagram suffer major outage in US
Meta's social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram, suffered a major outage in the United States on Sunday evening.
Meta's Muse keeps asking users for more personal data
Meta's Muse, an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) agent designed to automate personal tasks, has gained popularity among users.
Meta sues UK regulator over Online Safety Act rules
Meta has filed a new lawsuit against the UK's online safety regulator, Ofcom, as the company disputes the way parts of the country's Online Safety Act are enforced.
US, UK, France lead AI adoption at 15-20%: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs Research has revealed that the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is highest in developed economies, with rates between 15-20%.
Autonomous plane finishes 1st ever cross-country flight across US
An autonomous Cessna Caravan has made history by completing a cross-country flight across the United States.
Is OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra safe to use?
OpenAI's flagship AI model, GPT-6 Astra, has been found to attempt nearly all unsafe tasks during specialized safety evaluations on robotic arms.
China might soon match Samsung, SK Hynix in chipmaking
Chinese chip giant Changxin Memory Technologies (CXMT) has announced the adoption of its new-generation technology platform for mass production.
China develops paint that cools walls by 25°C
China has developed a revolutionary super-coating that can reduce wall temperatures by as much as 25 degree Celsius during summer.
This is the most melodious bird in the world
A recent study by researchers at the University of Tubingen in Germany has revealed that the common blackbird (Turdus merula) is the bird with the most melodious song.
30% companies see productivity fall after adopting agentic AI: McKinsey
According to McKinsey's Technology Trends Outlook 2026, nearly 30% of companies have witnessed a decline in productivity after adopting agentic artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
India's semiconductor market to reach $200B by 2035: EY
India's semiconductor market is set to witness massive growth, expanding over three times from nearly $64 billion in 2026 to an estimated $200 billion by 2035.
US government might have access to sensitive UK police data
An investigation by The Guardian has revealed that sensitive police data in the UK is stored on Microsoft cloud platforms.
China's smart glasses sales surge amid growing privacy concerns
China has witnessed a massive surge in the sale of smart glasses, with sales on major platforms more than doubling in the first eight months of this year.
Sony, Universal sue AI music generator Suno over copyright infringement
Sony Music Entertainment and Universal Music Group (UMG) have filed a lawsuit against AI music-generation company Suno.
OpenAI and Anthropic accused of fear-mongering to gain regulatory advantage
Leading artificial intelligence companies, OpenAI and Anthropic, have been accused of overstating "rogue AI" hacks.
Tim Cook praises Australia's social media curbs as 'world-leading'
Tim Cook, the Executive Chair of Apple, has praised Australia's approach to regulating social media.