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Penn State builds sensors that mimic eyes for self-driving cars
Inspired by the adaptability of human vision, researchers have developed advanced photomemristors to help self-driving cars handle sudden lighting changes more effectively.
Scammers' fake crypto wallet recovery tools steal passwords and data
Forgetting your cryptocurrency wallet’s seed phrase can be stressful, but downloading recovery tools from unverified sources may expose you to malware and data theft.
Study: 1990s-born people showed about 0.92 standard deviations higher systemic aging than those born 1965-1969
A new study reveals younger generations experience faster biological aging than their parents, linking this trend to rising early-onset cancer rates.
Japan and China launch AI to match Anthropic's restricted models
Japanese and Chinese firms Sakana AI and 360 have unveiled advanced cybersecurity AI models, claiming capabilities on par with Anthropic's restricted Mythos amid US export bans.
Samsung unveils India climate system with WindFree and AI VRF
Samsung introduces an advanced residential cooling system featuring WindFree technology, PM1.0 air purification, and AI-powered VRF systems for enhanced comfort and efficiency.
Raipur's Mahima Rajput selected for international ShakthiSAT with 108 countries
Mahima Rajput, a Class 10 student from Raipur, has been selected for ShakthiSAT, an international space education initiative involving participants from 108 countries.
DuckDuckGo tool accepted President Donald Trump rabies hoax as news
Reddit users from r/poisonai fabricated a false claim about Donald Trump's death from rabies, tricking AI search tools like DuckDuckGo into presenting the story as factual.
Instagram tests expanded 'Your Algorithm' controls, Adam Mosseri says
Instagram is exploring new features for its "Your Algorithm" tool, allowing users to fine-tune content preferences directly from their feed and Reels.
Google Messages beta adds themes, inline replies, emoji photo reactions
Google Messages is testing and rolling out several features, including customizable chat themes and enhanced Android-iPhone RCS functionality, with some updates still in beta.
ISRO plans 1st uncrewed Gaganyaan test to prove rockets safe
Isro chief V Narayanan announced preparations for India's first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission this year, emphasizing its importance as a precursor to the crewed spaceflight.
Meet N Jayan, new director of ISRO's Liquid-Propulsion Systems Centre
Eminent aerospace engineer N Jayan has been appointed as the Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), a key facility under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
AI agents in China will now have ID cards
China is taking a major step toward regulating artificial intelligence (AI) agents by creating an identity system for them.
This 6G tech can turn walls and pipes into sensors
Chinese engineers have developed a groundbreaking 6G technology that can turn walls and pipes into sensors.
We can finally 'talk' to birds
Dr. Julie Elie, a scientist from the University of California, Berkeley, has won the 2026 Coller-Dolittle Prize for her groundbreaking work in interspecies communication.
ISRO just successfully tested a new propulsion system
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted a hot test of its semi-cryogenic engine power head at 88% of its target thrust.
How harmful is screen time for toddlers?
A new landmark study has warned against the potential long-term health risks and reduced quality of life associated with screen time for babies and toddlers under two years.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro expected to be more expensive
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to be unveiled at the company's annual September event.
Mark Zuckerberg explores collaboration with prediction markets for Arena app
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has asked his team to look into potential collaborations with popular prediction markets, Polymarket and Kalshi, according to The New York Times.
Apple seeks approval to source chips from blacklisted Chinese firm
Apple is lobbying the Trump administration for permission to buy memory chips from ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), a Chinese company currently on the Pentagon's blacklist, according to Financial Times.
Anthropic's Mythos 5 returns for select users
Anthropic's advanced cybersecurity model, Mythos 5, has been reactivated for a select group of organizations.
Russian hackers behind cyberattack on JLR last year: Report
The massive cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) last year was carried out by a group of Russian hackers, according to The New York Times.
Apple's 1st touchscreen MacBook will pack M5 Pro, Max chips
Apple's highly anticipated touchscreen MacBook will be powered by the existing M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, a recent Bloomberg report has revealed.
OpenAI launches GPT-5.6 amid regulatory challenges
OpenAI is rolling out its latest AI model suite, GPT-5.6, to a small group of trusted partners.
Tata Electronics probes major data breach involving Apple, Tesla
Tata Electronics, a major Indian supplier for Apple, is dealing with a major data breach.
SpaceX to build 'Starpipe' gas pipeline to fuel Starship rockets
SpaceX, the space exploration company founded by Elon Musk, is gearing up to build a natural gas pipeline named 'Starpipe.'
Samsung Galaxy Fold8 may fix 2 biggest foldable complaints
Samsung's upcoming foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold8, is said to be addressing two major issues with its design: weight and display crease visibility.
Apple may skip high-end M6 chips amid soaring memory costs
Apple is said to be rethinking its Apple Silicon strategy in the wake of skyrocketing memory prices.
Apple's foldable iPhone on track for September launch
Apple's highly anticipated foldable iPhone, the iPhone Ultra, is back on track for its planned September launch.
WhatsApp finally lets iPhone users search channel updates
WhatsApp has finally added a much-needed search feature for channel updates on iPhone.
SpaceX weighs standalone Starlink mobile service
SpaceX, Elon Musk's aerospace company, is planning to launch a direct-to-consumer Starlink mobile service in the US, according to Financial Times.
Italy probes Microsoft over subscription price hike
Italy's antitrust watchdog has launched an investigation against Microsoft for alleged unfair commercial practices.
Sony to stop selling its pet robot aibo in Japan
Sony has announced the discontinuation of its popular robotic pet, aibo, in Japan.
YouTube Shorts now supports 2x playback speed
YouTube has announced a major update for its Shorts player, introducing a new "Clear Screen" mode and the ability to double playback speed.
Polymarket confirms user funds stolen in security breach
Polymarket, a leading prediction market platform, has confirmed that a security breach at one of its third-party vendors led to the theft of funds from some users.
After Apple, Microsoft raises its Xbox console prices
Microsoft has announced a major price hike for its Xbox consoles, effective globally from August 1.
IBM unveils world's first sub-1nm chip tech for data centers
IBM has unveiled a groundbreaking new chip architecture that can pack nearly 100 billion transistors into a chip the size of a human fingernail.
Trump administration reportedly asks OpenAI to stagger GPT-5.6 rollout
The US government has reportedly asked OpenAI to delay the launch of its upcoming AI model, GPT-5.6.
Apple hikes MacBook, iPad prices by up to ₹1L
Apple has raised the prices of its MacBook and iPad models in India, with some variants witnessing a massive jump of up to ₹1 lakh.
What's SpaceSail, China's satellite internet project to rival Musk's Starlink?
China's SpaceSail, a government-backed project, is gearing up to take on Elon Musk's Starlink in the satellite internet arena.
Apple removes Russian social network VKontakte from App Store
Apple has removed VKontakte (VK), one of Russia's largest social networks, from its App Store.
New Siri mode arrives in Camera app: What it does
Apple has introduced a new "Siri Mode" in the Camera app with the latest iOS 27 update.
Are today's earthquakes in California, Venezuela, and Japan linked?
On June 25, 2026, the world witnessed a rare seismic event as three different regions—the US, Venezuela, and Japan—were rocked by powerful earthquakes within hours of each other.
IBM reveals world's first sub-1 nanometer chip technology
IBM has unveiled a revolutionary chip technology capable of producing transistors at an incredible 0.7 nanometers (nm).
OnePlus earbuds with ANC, 54-hour battery life launched at ₹3,300
OnePlus has expanded its audio portfolio with the launch of Nord Buds 4 in India.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s has little effect: Study
Australia's ban on social media for users under 16 years of age has had little effect on their online behavior, a study published in the British Medical Journal has concluded.
'GTA 6' physical edition to include download code, no disc
Rockstar Games' highly anticipated title, Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), is now up for pre-order globally.
Google sent alerts across Venezuela seconds before 2 earthquakes struck
On Wednesday, Venezuela was rocked by two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale. The tremors caused extensive damage and have claimed the lives of 32 people so far.
Nothing reveals Phone (4b) design ahead of July 7 launch
Nothing has officially unveiled the design of its upcoming budget smartphone, the Phone (4b).
Facebook launches AI companion app to help creators grow
Facebook has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) companion app, reimagining its Creator Studio tool.
Google postpones Gemini 3.5 Pro launch to July
Google has postponed the launch of its next-generation AI model, Gemini 3.5 Pro, to July, according to Business Insider.
Anthropic's Mythos AI exposes flaws in classified US systems
Anthropic's artificial intelligence (AI) model, Mythos, has exposed vulnerabilities in highly sensitive US government computer systems.
Gemini 3.5 Flash can now browse and operate computers
Google has launched its latest AI model, the Gemini 3.5 Flash, with a unique feature called "computer use."
Google to allow external payment options on Play Store
Google has announced a major change in its Play Store billing rules.
Google to lose 2 more AI researchers to Anthropic
Google is set to lose two of its top artificial intelligence (AI) researchers, Jonas Adler and Alexander Pritzel, to rival firm Anthropic, as per a Bloomberg report.
China's 360 unveils AI rival to Anthropic's Mythos
Chinese cybersecurity firm, 360 Security Technology, has announced the development of two AI security tools as a domestic alternative to Anthropic's Mythos.
Microsoft's quantum chip claims under scrutiny
A peer-reviewed critique published in Nature has questioned Microsoft's claims about its Majorana 1 quantum computing chip.
Anthropic accuses Alibaba of world's biggest AI theft
US-based artificial intelligence (AI) company Anthropic has accused Chinese tech giant Alibaba of a massive intellectual property theft.
Meet Jalapeno, OpenAI's custom AI chip designed with Broadcom
OpenAI has unveiled its first custom artificial intelligence (AI) chip, named Jalapeno.
Adjusting your AC by just 1-degree can save you money
Raising your air conditioner's temperature setting by just one degree can have a major impact on your electricity bill.
Modi government notifies new telecom rules: What has changed?
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued new rules to implement the Telecom Act, 2023.
'GTA 6' pre-orders start tonight: Which edition should you buy?
Rockstar Games has confirmed that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) will begin at midnight local time on June 25.
AI could hurt small businesses, warns Cloudflare CEO
Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) agents could pose a threat to small businesses.
'Insult to AI': SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son dismisses bubble concerns
Masayoshi Son, the CEO and Founder of SoftBank Group, has dismissed concerns over an artificial intelligence (AI) bubble.
Japan shifted further east after 2011 earthquake, study reveals
A new study has uncovered a previously unknown seismic event that caused Japan to move eastward after the 2011 earthquake.