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NVIDIA seeks lead architect for Space-1 cosmic data center software
NVIDIA's Space-1 project marks its entry into space-based AI, aiming to develop orbital computing systems and compete in the growing space data centre race.
Zoox reassesses driverless taxis after riders smoke inside cars
Zoox, an Amazon-owned robotaxi startup, struggles with passengers smoking, vomiting, and engaging in unruly behavior inside its driverless vehicles.
ByteDance's new breakthrough could keep current AI boom going
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has made a major discovery in artificial intelligence (AI).
China's new satellite engine is better than US, European counterparts
China has successfully tested a new satellite engine with an unprecedented operating life.
Humanoid robots proliferate, China incident heightens worker safety concerns
Humanoid robots are advancing rapidly, but ensuring they can safely coexist with humans remains a critical challenge as their size, complexity, and workplace presence grow.
Samsung S26 Ultra drops below ₹1.2L mark on Flipkart
Samsung's flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, is now available at a discounted price on Flipkart.
Flipkart GOAT sale: iPhone 17 Pro Max drops to ₹1,29,900
Apple's latest flagship, the iPhone 17 Pro Max, is available at a discounted price during Flipkart's ongoing GOAT Sale.
Bryan Johnson reveals he has autoimmune gastritis: What is it
US entrepreneur and biohacker Bryan Johnson has revealed that he suffers from autoimmune gastritis (AIG), a chronic condition where the immune system attacks the acid-producing cells in the stomach.
Mumbai ICMR-NIRWoH and IIT Bombay build placenta-on-chip mimicking human placenta
Indian researchers have created a lab-grown "placenta-on-chip" platform, replicating key placental functions, to advance pregnancy research and reduce reliance on animal testing.
Penn State turns plastic bottles into synthetic lithium-ion battery graphite
Researchers at Penn State have developed a method to convert PET plastic bottles into high-quality synthetic graphite, a critical material for lithium-ion battery anodes.
Paderborn physicists mimic black hole conditions with lasers and fiber
Physicists have recreated Hawking radiation in a lab, uncovering a direct mechanism for energy loss that could help solve the black hole information paradox.
OpenAI considers lowering subscription fees to compete with Anthropic
OpenAI is reportedly exploring price reductions for its AI services to address rising customer costs and counter growing competition from rivals like Anthropic.
Google Wallet now shows your Wear OS payment history
Google Wallet has received a major update, allowing users to view their Wear OS smartwatch payment history directly on their Android devices.
XGIMI Horizon 20 Max 4K projector $2,199 Fourth of July
XGIMI's Horizon 20 Max, the best long-throw 4K projector tested, remains at its lowest price of $2,199, offering unmatched brightness and effortless setup for home theaters.
iPhone 18 won't support these iOS 27 features
The upcoming iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e models will sport an upgraded RAM of 9GB, a jump from the previous generation's 8GB.
Centre orders Telegram to curb pirated films, OTT content
The Indian government has issued a notice to popular messaging platform Telegram, seeking immediate action against the rampant distribution of pirated films and OTT content.
OnePlus, Realme may ditch their Android skins for OPPO's ColorOS
OnePlus and Realme, two popular smartphone brands under the OPPO umbrella, may soon discontinue their respective Android skins.
Apple's 2026 roadmap includes up to 16 new device launches
Apple is gearing up for one of its busiest product launches in years, with as many as 16 new devices expected by the end of 2026.
Paul Robertson leads discovery of potentially habitable GJ 3378b
Astronomers have identified GJ 3378b, a potentially habitable exoplanet just 25 light years away, located in the Goldilocks zone where conditions may support liquid water and life.
IIT Delhi launches 5-day certificate course on ideation and IP
IIT Delhi launches a 5-day offline certificate programme on ideation, innovation, and intellectual property, open to professionals and students in the technology domain.
China's Tianwen-2 enters Kamo'oalewa orbit, set to collect samples
Chinese spacecraft Tianwen-2 is on a mission to study Kamoʻoalewa, a quasi-satellite possibly linked to the Moon, aiming to uncover its true origin through sample analysis.
Study links early graying in India to low vitamin B12
Emerging research highlights vitamin B12, D, calcium, and copper deficiencies as key contributors to premature graying, alongside genetics and oxidative stress.
ChatGPT rolls out pronunciation guidance in chat for 60+ languages
ChatGPT Pronunciation Guidance helps professionals master accurate name, brand, and place pronunciations in 60+ languages with phonetic text and audio—perfect for global meetings.
University of Minnesota builds 'SpudCells' that reproduce but lack metabolism
Researchers have created "SpudCells," synthetic cells built entirely from scratch, capable of growth and reproduction, marking a groundbreaking milestone in synthetic biology.
Prime Day drops Apple MacBook Air 15 M3 to ₹127,990
Amazon Prime Day Sale offers the 2024 Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3) at Rs 1,27,990, its lowest price yet. Additional bank offers and EMI options make the deal even sweeter.
Apple Watch Series 12 could add health sensor in band
Apple's upcoming Watch Series 12 is likely to sport a new health sensor, but there's a catch.
India considers dedicated AI law
India is considering the introduction of a dedicated regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI).
European politician probing spyware abuses hacked with Pegasus
Stelios Kouloglou, a former member of the European Parliament (MEP) from Greece, was targeted by NSO Group's hacking software while investigating spyware abuses in Europe.
Centre probes Tata Electronics data leak exposing Apple's secrets
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched an investigation into a data breach at Tata Electronics, a major manufacturing partner for Apple in India.
Planet orbiting dead star could predict our solar system's future
Astronomers have discovered a strange Jupiter-sized exoplanet, WD 1856 b, orbiting a dead white dwarf star.
Centre to summon Meta over child abuse ads on Instagram
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has asked officials from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to summon Meta.
NASA launches mission to tow a space telescope to safety
NASA has successfully launched the LINK satellite to save the aging Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory from falling into Earth's atmosphere.
Centre sends notices to Telegram, Signal over anonymous messaging features
India has issued notices to messaging apps Telegram and Signal, seeking clarification on their measures for protecting users who wish to communicate anonymously.
India's fake website crackdown could hurt legitimate businesses, GoDaddy warns
GoDaddy, the world's largest internet domain seller, has warned that India's crackdown on fake websites impersonating well-known brands could make the internet less safe for legitimate businesses.
Government pulls apps used to turn off moving e-rickshaws
The Indian government has banned three mobile applications, BAT-BMS, Lossigy, and Epoch-i-ion, from the Play Store and App Store.
Instagram promoting child abuse material in India: Report
A recent investigation by BBC Eye has revealed that Instagram has been running paid advertisements promoting child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in India.
Nearly 60% of adults back social media ban for under-16s
A recent survey by the Pew Research Center has revealed that nearly 60% of American adults support a ban on social media use for those under 16 years.
Why Sam Altman wants a US-led global AI forum
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has proposed a "US-led international forum" to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
Leaked video reveals Microsoft explored a dedicated AI OS
A leaked video from 2024 has revealed Microsoft's internal explorations of a dedicated artificial intelligence (AI) operating system (OS).
iOS 27 to detect when user may be getting scammed
Apple has a new framework in its upcoming iOS 27 update, called Trust Insights.
Apple asks court to dismiss copyright lawsuit by YouTube channels
Apple has responded to a class-action lawsuit filed by three popular YouTube channels, a court document viewed by MacRumors reveals.
How a last-minute glitch grounded NASA's telescope rescue mission
A crucial mission to save NASA's Swift Observatory has been postponed due to a last-minute launch problem.
Another cybersecurity breach hits US government
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is investigating a major cyberattack on its Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN).
Zuckerberg admits Meta's AI progress is slow
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has admitted that the development of artificial intelligence (AI) agents is progressing at a slower pace than anticipated.
Amazon's satellite internet service is ready for launch
Amazon has announced that its low-Earth orbit satellite constellation, dubbed Amazon Leo, is now prepared to provide internet services.
Meta's new vibe-coding app lets users build interactive games
Meta is working on a new app called Pocket, expanding its footprint in the gaming industry.
Anthropic in talks with Samsung to develop custom AI chip
Anthropic, an artificial intelligence (AI) company, is in talks with tech giant Samsung Electronics to produce a custom AI chip, according to The Information.
Zoho's Arattai drops username feature
Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu has announced that Arattai, the company's messaging platform, will be removing its username-based account feature.
Microsoft's $2.5B initiative puts AI engineers inside customer businesses
Microsoft has announced the launch of a new initiative, "The Microsoft Frontier Company," with an investment of $2.5 billion.
Meta says its next AI matches GPT-5.5 performance
Meta's upcoming flagship artificial intelligence (AI) model, codenamed Watermelon, has achieved performance levels on par with OpenAI's GPT-5.5 in internal benchmark tests.
Apple aims to build 10 million foldable iPhones
Apple is gearing up for one of its biggest iPhone launch cycles in years.
India's first private orbital rocket targets July 12 launch
Skyroot Aerospace, the first Indian private firm to launch a rocket into space, has announced a launch window for its biggest mission yet.
xAI launches tool to build AI voice agents without coding
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence start-up, xAI, has launched the Grok Voice AI Agent Builder.