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Anthropic's AI assistant Claude now available in Excel for Pro users
Anthropic has extended access to its Claude in Excel feature to Pro plan subscribers, enhancing AI tools for spreadsheet-heavy workflows.
Meta pauses teen access to AI characters amid legal scrutiny
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced a temporary halt on teens' access to its AI characters across all its apps.
Lightning strikes can mess with your GPS, says new study
A recent India-wide study reveals that powerful lightning strikes can temporarily disturb the ionosphere, affecting the accuracy of satellite navigation and radio communication.
Google Photos's new feature lets you create personalized memes
Google has introduced a new feature in its Photos app, allowing users to create personalized memes using artificial intelligence (AI).
WhatsApp may soon let new group members view past chats
WhatsApp is testing a new feature that would let existing group members share their chat history with newcomers.
India wants to make AI safer with new rules
India's Principal Scientific Adviser's office has unveiled a "techno-legal" framework for AI governance, aiming to balance innovation and risk.
Fujifilm drops ultra-bright 4K projector for big spaces
Fujifilm has introduced the ZUH12000, a high-definition 4K projector with interchangeable lens system. The advanced model boasts a maximum brightness of 12,000 lumens.
Mediterranean Sea: A plastic hotspot you can't ignore
The ocean floor is rapidly becoming a massive plastic dump, threatening the survival of hundreds of marine species due to increasing seafloor pollution.
Tsinghua's ACCEL chip: Next-level speed for AI vision
Chinese researchers have developed an analogue AI chip, ACCEL, that operates 12 times faster and uses only 1/200th of the energy compared to traditional digital processors.
After sexual deepfake row, Grok's new feature sparks privacy fears
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Grok, has recently added a new feature called "video mode."
Malaysia lifts ban on Grok over AI image concerns
Malaysia has lifted the suspension on Elon Musk's Grok chatbot, after nearly two weeks of being blocked due to fears of AI-generated sexualized deepfakes.
Nintendo unveils 'Talking Flower,' a chatty companion for Mario fans
Nintendo has unveiled more details about its quirky new toy, the Talking Flower.
Substack launches TV app as it pushes video content
Substack, the popular newsletter platform, has launched a dedicated TV app for Apple TV and Google TV.
Snapchat now lets parents monitor teen's screen time, friends
Snapchat has introduced new parental controls in its "Family Center" tool.
Blue Origin takes 6 passengers to space: Meet the crew
Jeff Bezos's aerospace company, Blue Origin, has successfully completed its first spaceflight of 2026.
Moon, Saturn, Neptune form rare conjunction tonight
A rare celestial event, the triple conjunction of the Moon, Saturn, and Neptune, is set to grace the night sky on January 23.
Elon Musk says aging is 'very solvable' problem
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has claimed that aging could be slowed or even reversed one day.
AI could surpass human intelligence by 2031, warns Musk
Elon Musk has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could surpass the combined intelligence of humanity within the next decade.
He stole 120,000 bitcoins. Now wants to work in cybersecurity
Ilya Lichtenstein, the notorious hacker behind a multi-billion dollar cryptocurrency heist in 2016, is seeking redemption.
Sonic booms may help track falling space junk
As space exploration continues to expand, so does the problem of space debris.
Quantum computers are vulnerable to cyberattacks: Here's why
Quantum computers, the next big thing in computing, may have serious security flaws.
Musk's Grok AI generated 3,000,000 sexualized images in 11 days
Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, generated a staggering three million sexualized images of women and children over an 11-day period.
Microsoft Teams, Outlook resume services after hours-long outage
Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft 365 services have resumed operations after an eight-hour-long outage today.
AI 'bot swarms' could be used to sway voters
A group of leading artificial intelligence (AI) and misinformation experts have warned that political leaders could soon use swarms of human-like AI agents to manipulate public opinion.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas browser gets tab groups, smarter search
OpenAI has released a major update for ChatGPT Atlas, its AI-powered browser for macOS. The new version introduces tab groups, making it easier to manage extensive browsing sessions.
Rare planetary parade to light up skies in February
Skywatchers are in for a treat as a rare planetary parade is set to take place on February 28, 2026.
Pixel Phone app bug could leak your audio to callers
A rare but concerning bug has been discovered in the "Take a Message" feature of the Pixel Phone app.
Anthropic CEO warns AI may replace software engineers within year
Dario Amodei, the CEO and co-founder of Anthropic, has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could soon replace most software engineers.
iPhone fold, AR glasses: New Apple products coming this year
Apple is gearing up for a busy year, with plans to launch several new products and updates for its existing devices.
South Korea rolls out landmark AI rules
South Korea has enacted a landmark set of comprehensive laws to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), which it claims to be the first of its kind globally.
YouTube will let creators make their AI clone for Shorts
YouTube is gearing up to introduce a new feature that will allow creators to make Shorts using their own AI likeness.
Meta to roll out ads on Threads globally
Meta has announced its plan to introduce advertisements on Threads, its popular social media platform, for all users worldwide.
'TeraWave': Blue Origin's 6Tbps satellite internet network to rival Starlink
Jeff Bezos's space company, Blue Origin, has announced a new satellite internet network called TeraWave.
Apps for boycotting US products top Danish App Store
In response to former US President Donald Trump's controversial remarks about Greenland, two apps aimed at helping consumers avoid American-made products have surged in popularity in Denmark.
Google, Khan Academy partner to launch Gemini-powered Writing Coach
Google and Khan Academy have announced a partnership to integrate Gemini AI models into educational tools.
Anthropic revises Claude's AI rules to strengthen ethics, user safety
Anthropic has updated the "Constitution" for its AI chatbot, Claude.
X's new 'Starterpacks' feature helps you find like-minded accounts
In a bid to enhance user experience, X is introducing a new feature called "Starterpacks."
BBC to make shows for YouTube under new content deal
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has signed a landmark deal with American video platform YouTube.
Is Apple making an AI wearable?
Apple is said to be working on a new artificial intelligence (AI) wearable, according to The Information.
OpenAI's 1st device could be a pair of earbuds
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is gearing up to launch its first-ever hardware device in the second half of 2026.
Sony's new open earbuds let you hear surroundings too
Sony has unveiled its latest addition to the audio accessory market, the LinkBuds Clip.
6 games axed, 7 delayed: Ubisoft's big shake-up rocks fans
Ubisoft has announced a major restructuring effort, which includes the cancellation of six games and the closure of some studios.
Gemini now lets students take SAT practice tests
Google has launched free practice tests for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) in its artificial intelligence (AI) tool, Gemini.
Apple to replace Siri with chatbot-like experience
Apple is said to be working on a major overhaul of its virtual assistant, Siri.
First AI models from Meta's Superintelligence Lab out internally
Meta Platforms's newly established artificial intelligence (AI) lab, the Meta Superintelligence Labs, has successfully delivered its first set of high-profile AI models.
You can now turn PDFs into presentations using Adobe Acrobat
Adobe has introduced two new artificial intelligence (AI) features for its Acrobat software, aimed at enhancing the user experience.
Robots join India Army's firefighting force at ammunition depots
The Indian Army is all set to revolutionize its firefighting capabilities with the induction of 18 indigenously developed Fire Fighting Robots (FF BOTs).
ISRO requires 2-3 years to replace 3 lost strategic satellites
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will take two to three years to replace three strategic satellites that were lost in the last year.
Why India's reliance on foreign satellite data will go down
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has signed an agreement with four homegrown space tech start-ups to create India's first privately-led Earth observation (EO) satellite constellation.
Just 32 fossil-fuel firms cause 50% of global CO2 emissions
A recent study has revealed that just 32 fossil fuel firms were responsible for half of the world's carbon dioxide emissions in 2024. The number is down from 36 in the previous year.
India's new spy satellites to boost border surveillance, night imaging
India is planning to launch over 50 new spy satellites and add night-time imaging capabilities, in a bid to strengthen national security.
'China's Frankenstein' wants to gene-edit babies to end Alzheimer's
Chinese scientist He Jiankui, who was imprisoned for creating the world's first gene-edited babies in 2018, is now looking to make a comeback.
Apple Pay is coming to India: Here's what it'll offer
Apple is gearing up to launch its digital payments service, Apple Pay, in India by the end of 2026.
You can now rate live performances on Netflix
Netflix has introduced a new feature that allows users to engage with live content by casting votes.
ICE is now one of the most-blocked accounts on Bluesky
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has become the third most-blocked account on Bluesky, a decentralized social media platform.
Netflix is revamping its mobile app: What are the changes?
Netflix is planning to revamp its mobile app in a bid to compete with social media platforms for daily user engagement.
Brazil gives Musk 30 days to curb Grok's sexualized content
Brazilian authorities have given Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI, a month to stop its Grok chatbot from generating fake sexualized content.
OpenAI reveals plan to curb AI data center energy costs
OpenAI has announced its Stargate Community plan, a strategic move to keep the energy costs of its $500 billion AI data centers in check.
ChatGPT now estimates users' age to protect teens
OpenAI has announced the launch of an age prediction system for its ChatGPT platform.
Elon Musk's AI start-up loses another co-founder
Greg Yang, the co-founder of Elon Musk's artificial intelligence start-up xAI, has announced his resignation after being diagnosed with Lyme disease.
From AI to Autopilot: What's fueling latest Altman-Musk clash
Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are embroiled in a fresh public spat unfolding on social media platform X.
NASA's Sunita Williams retires after 27 years: Tracing her career
NASA has announced the retirement of its veteran astronaut Sunita Williams, effective December 27, 2025.
Chang'e-7 mission: Why touching lunar ice could be a problem
China's Chang'e-7 mission, scheduled for this year, will be the first attempt by China to directly sample and measure water on the Moon.
Some asteroids become more lethal during Earth entry, study finds
A recent study has warned that certain types of asteroids, particularly iron-rich ones, could pose a greater threat to Earth than previously thought.
Musk revives Tesla's Dojo 3 AI project: What is it?
Elon Musk has announced the revival of Tesla's Dojo 3 project, the third iteration of its proprietary supercomputer. The announcement comes after a year-long hiatus from the initiative.
2026 is the year AI gets practical, says OpenAI
OpenAI has revealed its vision for 2026, emphasizing the practical adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily life.
Realme readies 10,000mAh battery smartphone for India
Realme is set to launch its new smartphone, the Realme P4 Power, in India on January 29.
Can positive thinking make vaccines more effective?
A recent study from Tel Aviv University has revealed that positive thinking can improve the immune response to vaccines.
India's largest battery storage system is now operational
GoodEnough Energy, an Indian start-up, has commenced operations at the country's largest battery energy storage system (BESS) in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Most powerful solar radiation storm since 2003 hits Earth
The National Weather Service's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) is monitoring a powerful solar radiation storm.
AI to judge mental fitness in next-gen suicide pod
Philip Nitschke, the inventor of a controversial suicide pod, is now integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into his device.
OpenAI's first gadget to launch this year: What to expect
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is gearing up to launch its first-ever hardware product in the latter half of 2026.
This giant lamp looks like the iconic Bic Cristal pen
In a unique design twist, Italian brand Seletti has launched a lamp inspired by the iconic Bic Cristal pen.
End of an era! ASUS will no longer make smartphones
Taiwan's ASUS has announced its decision to stop producing new smartphones.
Musk's X open sources Grok-powered algorithm to boost transparency
Elon Musk's social media platform X has officially open-sourced its "For You" feed algorithm.