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Sundar Pichai says AI is probably humanity's most important thing
Google CEO Sundar Pichai emphasized AI's transformative potential, calling it humanity's most significant innovation, surpassing electricity and fire.
Chennai's Agnikul Cosmos prepares India's 1st ocean booster recovery mission
India's private startup Agnikul Cosmos plans Mission 02 to recover a rocket booster at sea, aiming to join the elite group of nations mastering reusable launch systems.
'Zero delays' for Vikram-1: Skyroot hails India's swift launch approvals
Pawan Kumar Chandana, the CEO of Skyroot Aerospace, has praised India's efficient launch approval process after the successful flight of Vikram-1.
Samsung to host Galaxy Unpacked in London July 22 live
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22 in London will unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, new Galaxy Watch models, and possibly its first smart glasses.
TikTok is testing an AI likeness detection tool
TikTok is testing a new tool that detects artificial intelligence (AI) likenesses, as reported by social media consultant Matt Navarra.
SpaceX in talks with Pentagon for AI computing deal
SpaceX is in talks with the US Department of Defense (DoD) to provide data center capacity worth billions of dollars, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Skyroot Aerospace becomes India's 1st private company to reach orbit
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 launch propels India into the global private space race, marking a pivotal step toward capturing a share of the booming satellite market.
Skyroot's Vikram-1 reaches orbit as ISRO chief calls it landmark
Isro chairman V Narayanan lauded Skyroot Aerospace for successfully launching Vikram-1, marking India's first private rocket to reach orbit and a milestone for space reforms.
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 debuts, India joins 3-country private orbital club
India became the third nation with private orbital launch capability after Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket successfully completed its maiden flight on Saturday.
Scammers edit old Facebook posts to file fake copyright strikes
Cybercriminals are abusing a flaw in Meta’s copyright system to file fraudulent strikes, suspend creators’ accounts, and extort money under the threat of permanent deletion.
Skyroot Aerospace launches Vikram-1 into orbit, 1st Indian private firm
Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace became India's first private company to reach orbit with Vikram-1, joining a select global group of firms capable of independent payload launches.
ISRO will now start research on bioastronautics
The Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) have launched a postdoctoral fellowship in bioastronautics.
These Anthropic subscribers will get access to Claude Fable 5
Anthropic has announced that its advanced AI model, Claude Fable 5, will be a permanent feature of its top-tier subscriptions from July 20.
Meta might lease computing power to Anthropic for $10B
Meta Platforms is reportedly negotiating a deal to lease computing power to AI firm Anthropic.
US ends TikTok ban on government devices after data safeguards
The US Justice Department has lifted the ban on TikTok for federal devices, citing changes in ownership and data management that address previous national security concerns.
Skyroot Aerospace tests Vikram-1, India's 1st privately built orbital rocket
Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy hailed Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 test flight success, calling it a historic milestone for India's space sector and Telangana's aerospace ambitions.
Bengaluru's Virendra earns ₹24L building AI CRM for US church
A Bengaluru-based techie earned Rs 24 lakh from a single AI-powered CRM project for a US church, leveraging Anthropic's Claude and Fable tools, as revealed in a viral X post.
Apple raises Apple Music and Apple One prices in India
Apple has raised prices for Apple Music and Apple One subscriptions in India, following recent hikes for Mac and iPad services. Revised rates are already effective globally.
James Webb Space Telescope may underestimate water on warm sub-Neptunes
A new study reveals that the James Webb Space Telescope might underestimate water on warm sub-Neptune exoplanets due to hidden chemical layering in their atmospheres and interiors.
Apple bans home service ads on Apple Maps July 14
Starting mid-July, Apple updated its policies to prohibit ads from home service providers, cryptocurrency ATMs, and bail bond services on Apple Maps in the US and Canada.
Skyroot Aerospace makes successful orbital debut with Vikram-1 from Sriharikota
Skyroot Aerospace's CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana lauded India's swift launch authorisation process after Vikram-1 became the first private Indian rocket to reach orbit.
Samsung's Fold8, Flip8 revealed in latest leak
Ahead of its official debut at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, Samsung's upcoming foldables have been revealed in leaked marketing images.
PM Narendra Modi lauds Skyroot founders after successful Vikram-1 launch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Skyroot founders on Vikram-1's historic launch, calling it a milestone inspiring India's space ambitions and innovators.
AWS glitch sends bills soaring to up to $1.5 trillion
Amazon Web Services (AWS) customers were recently hit with shockingly high monthly bills, some as high as $1.5 trillion.
Skyroot Aerospace launches Vikram-1, India's 1st privately built orbital rocket
Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched six payloads, including two satellites, into low-Earth orbit aboard India's first private rocket, Vikram-1.
BrainCo unveils platform it calls world's 1st to control robots
Chinese startup BrainCo has unveiled the world’s first brain-to-robot platform, enabling users to control robots using an EEG headset that decodes brain signals into actions.
Skyroot Aerospace attempts India's 1st private orbital launch from Sriharikota
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket, India's first privately developed orbital-class launch vehicle, successfully lifted off on Mission Aagaman from Sriharikota on July 18, 2026.
ASUS returns to India with Pad T3201 launching August 6
Asus is set to re-enter India’s Android tablet market with the Pad T3201, featuring a 12.2-inch OLED display and Dimensity 8300 processor, launching on August 6.
Skyroot's Vikram-1 set to become India's 1st private orbital rocket
India's space programme has achieved historic milestones, including Mars and Moon missions, a solar observatory, and plans for deep-sea exploration using advanced ISRO technology.
India launches 1st privately built rocket, opening door for startups
India's first private rocket successfully lifted off, marking a historic step in space exploration. Satellite deployment now holds key to showcasing private sector capabilities.
ISRO faces biggest staffing shortage in decades amid ambitious projects
India's space program grapples with its worst staffing shortfall in 25 years, with nearly 30% of sanctioned posts vacant as ISRO pursues ambitious space missions.
India's 1st private orbital rocket, Vikram-1, blasts off to space
The Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, was launched today at 12:06pm.
Skyroot Aerospace pauses Vikram-1 launch at Sriharikota minutes before liftoff
India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, Vikram-1 by Skyroot Aerospace, faced a temporary hold before its scheduled launch and is now set to lift off at 12.05 PM.
NASA's Curiosity finds wind-driven sand layers in Gale Crater rocks
Nasa's Curiosity rover has uncovered evidence of a 3.5-billion-year-old sandstorm preserved in Gale Crater rocks, offering rare insights into Mars' ancient atmospheric conditions.
Anthropic includes Claude Fable 5 in Max and Team Premium
Anthropic has made its powerful AI model, Fable 5, a permanent feature of Max and Team Premium subscriptions after weeks of rollout delays and shifting deadlines.
Patreon won't allow AI bots to scrape content anymore
Patreon, a popular platform for creators, is taking strong action against artificial intelligence (AI) bots scraping its content for training purposes.
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 to launch India's 1st private orbital mission
Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 rocket, debuting on July 18, 2026, promises dedicated orbital launches for small satellites, revolutionizing access to space with tailored missions.
San Francisco orders Apple, Google to remove AI undressing apps
San Francisco has ordered tech giants Apple and Google to remove "nudify" apps from their platforms.
Vikram-1, India's 1st privately built orbital rocket, launches today
India's first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1, will lift off at 11:30 am on Saturday from Sriharikota, marking a milestone for the nation's private space sector.
BVS Madhavi studies data science during MBBS to apply AI
BVS Madhavi pursued MBBS at Andhra Medical College while earning a BS in Data Science from IIT Madras, now leveraging AI to revolutionize oncology research at nference.
Scientists in Singapore and Japan build cyborg cockroach diving suits
Scientists have developed a flexible diving suit for cyborg cockroaches, enabling them to breathe underwater for up to three hours using a miniature oxygen generator.
US stocks end week lower as Nasdaq and S&P slip
US stocks closed lower as the Nasdaq and S&P 500 fell over 1%, driven by a broadening chip selloff and weak forecasts from major companies like Netflix.
Skyroot Aerospace to launch India's 1st privately built rocket Vikram-1
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, is set to launch today at 11:30 am from Sriharikota's Satish Dhawan Space Centre.
OpenAI launches GPT-Live to make ChatGPT voice conversations feel real
OpenAI's GPT-Live introduces full-duplex voice mode, enabling seamless, natural conversations with simultaneous listening and responding capabilities.
NASA's New Horizons wakes after longest 321-day hibernation beyond Pluto
NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft has reawakened after a 321-day hibernation, resuming operations nearly 5.9 billion miles from Earth to continue exploring the distant Kuiper Belt.
Humanoid robot knocks opponent's head off at Shenzhen URKL tournament
A thrilling URKL cage match in Shenzhen saw a T800 robot lose its head — literally — after a flying kick, marking a dramatic end to the brutal battle.
San Francisco orders Apple, Google to remove AI nudify apps
San Francisco has demanded Apple and Google remove nudify apps, citing violations of California laws against non-consensual deepfake pornography and facilitating illegal content.
Scientists' drug reverses brain damage in animals, human trials planned
Scientists have discovered a drug capable of regenerating neural pathways, offering hope for reversing brain damage and treating neurodegenerative diseases effectively.
Google releases Health v5.04 with custom foods for Android, iOS
Google Health's v5.04 update introduces custom foods and quick calorie logging, enhancing personalization and ease for tracking daily food intake on Android and iOS devices.
How Indonesia's copyright overhaul could impact Google and others
Indonesia is planning to introduce major changes to its copyright law, a move that could have far-reaching implications for tech giants like Google.
Meta AI now alerts parents if teens talk about suicide
Meta has rolled out a new safety feature for teenagers using its AI chatbot.
Google's AI Mode can now help you design and shop
Google has announced a major update to its conversational search experience, AI Mode.
Netflix says around 300 titles used AI
Netflix has revealed that around 300 titles on its platform have leveraged generative AI, mostly during post-production.
Agnikul announces Mission-02 to recover India's first orbital rocket booster
Indian space start-up Agnikul Cosmos has announced its most ambitious project yet, Mission-02.
PM Modi's postcard to fly on India's 1st private rocket
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket will lift off from Sriharikota on July 18, carrying a unique payload: a handwritten postcard by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
India's first private orbital rocket launches tomorrow
Skyroot Aerospace, a leading player in India's burgeoning private space sector, is all set to launch the country's first privately-developed orbital-class rocket.
This robot can dress you without any manual assistance
A joint research team from South Korea's KAIST and Stanford University has developed a revolutionary robotic technology.
Inside India's 1st hydrogen train: How the green engine works
India has entered a new era of clean rail transport with the launch of its first hydrogen-powered train.
Trump Media sells Wall Street faster access to Trump's posts
Donald Trump's media company, Trump Media & Technology Group, has announced a premium service called Truth PSI.
Apple sued over 'Hide My Email' feature
Apple is facing a class-action lawsuit over its "Hide My Email" feature, which is alleged to have misled users about privacy protections.
Claude can now log into websites without seeing your passwords
Anthropic's AI chatbot, Claude, has been integrated with 1Password's new browser integration.
Sam Altman admits OpenAI has fallen short, promises stronger comeback
OpenAI has had a challenging past year with leadership changes and fierce competition in the AI space.
Reliance Jio's satellite internet project gets key approval
Reliance Jio has received technical approval from India's space regulator, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), for its ambitious plan to deploy a constellation of 1,600 low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites.
Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China
Apple's generative artificial intelligence (AI) service, Apple Intelligence, has been approved for launch in China.
Realme exits China market
Realme has announced its decision to exit the Chinese market, focusing instead on global markets.
China's Moonshot debuts world's largest open-weight AI model
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Moonshot has unveiled Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion-parameter model that it claims is the world's largest open-weight AI system.
A ChatGPT basketball? Yes, OpenAI is selling one
OpenAI has launched an unusual new product: a ChatGPT-branded basketball.
Google rebrands NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook
Google has announced the rebranding of its AI note-taking app, NotebookLM, to Gemini Notebook.
SpaceX aborts Starship launch after engine ignition failure
SpaceX has postponed the test flight of its Starship rocket and Super Heavy booster.
China beats Neuralink with world's first commercial brain chip implant
China has become the first country to successfully implant a brain-computer interface (BCI) commercially.
Meteorite that crashed New Jersey home contains extraterrestrial amino acids
A meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home two years ago has been found to contain rare extraterrestrial amino acids.
AGI is just a few years away, warns DeepMind CEO
Demis Hassabis, the CEO of Google DeepMind, has warned that artificial general intelligence (AGI) could be just a few years away.
Whistleblower alleges Morocco used Pegasus spyware to target journalists
A former member of Morocco's domestic intelligence service has revealed that the North African state employed hacking software, including NSO Group's Pegasus spyware, to target journalists and human rights defenders.
Microsoft sharpens AI sales pitch against OpenAI and Anthropic
Microsoft is reportedly training its sales teams to compete aggressively against leading artificial intelligence (AI) firms, Anthropic and OpenAI. The strategy involves highlighting the shortcomings of their products.
Smartwatches, wearables spared from EU's replaceable battery rule
The European Commission has announced an exemption to its existing battery regulation, sparing six new categories of electronics from the requirement of user-replaceable batteries.
AI music platform Suno allegedly scraped millions of YouTube tracks
Suno, an artificial intelligence (AI) music generation platform, was recently hacked in November 2025. The breach was confirmed by a spokesperson for the company.
Microsoft reportedly tells salespeople to pitch against OpenAI and Anthropic
Microsoft is reportedly preparing its sales team to take on other major players in the artificial intelligence (AI) space.
xAI sues man using Grok to create child abuse material
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, xAI, has filed a lawsuit against Terry Harwood, a South Carolina man.
Roblox shuts down video chat feature, cites user preference
Roblox, the popular online gaming platform, has announced the discontinuation of its video chat service, Roblox Connect.
AppleCare+ prices for Macs and iPads hiked
Apple is raising the prices of its AppleCare+ plans for new Mac and iPad customers.
Apple blocks these businesses from running ads on Maps
Apple has already unveiled its plan to introduce advertisements on Apple Maps. Now, the tech giant has clarified that not all businesses will be permitted to advertise on this platform.
Meet GPT-Red, AI 'super-hacker' OpenAI uses to stress-test its models
OpenAI has developed a large language model (LLM) super-hacker called, dubbed GPT-Red, to bolster the security of its language models.
Centre considers new rules for WhatsApp, Telegram username feature
The Indian government is reviewing the legal implications of the username feature introduced by WhatsApp and Telegram.
Meet Inkling: 1st AI model from Mira Murati's start-up
Thinking Machines Lab, an artificial intelligence (AI) startup co-founded by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, has launched its first in-house AI model named Inkling.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol sparks safety concerns after deleting user files
OpenAI's latest AI model, GPT-5.6 Sol, has come under fire for allegedly deleting files and production data without explicit approval from developers.
SpaceX's Starship V3 returns for 2nd test flight today
SpaceX is gearing up for the test flight of its Starship V3 rocket for the second time this year.
Chinese users bid farewell to AI companions after crackdown
Chinese users of AI companion bots are saying emotional goodbyes to their virtual friends.
Google Pixel 11 teased with 'Pixel Glow' light
Google has teased its upcoming Pixel 11 series with a new video on its store page.
Why publishers are suing Google
A coalition of leading publishers has filed a lawsuit against tech giant Google, accusing it of illegally using millions of copyrighted books to train its Gemini artificial intelligence models.
Mira Murati's Thinking Machines unveils first AI model
Thinking Machines Lab, a new artificial intelligence (AI) start-up founded by Mira Murati and other former OpenAI employees, has launched its first model called Inkling.
OnePlus to exit India and other non-Chinese markets
OnePlus, the Android phone maker known for its high-performance smartphones, is planning to wind down its operations in India, the US, and Europe, according to Bloomberg.
OpenAI enters hardware market with $230 Codex Keyboard
OpenAI has officially entered the hardware market with the launch of a $230 keyboard designed specifically for its AI coding assistant, Codex.
You can soon use Apple Intelligence in China
Apple's on-device generative AI service, Apple Intelligence, has been registered for use on iPhones in China.
Sugar found near Milky Way's center could explain life's origins
In a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have detected a natural sugar called erythrulose in the clouds of interstellar dust and gas near the Milky Way's center.
What is Gold Eagle, Trump's new AI cyber initiative?
The Donald Trump administration has launched a new cybersecurity coordination platform, Gold Eagle.
AI overuse may raise dementia risk, warn experts
Experts have raised concerns that over-reliance on artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini could lead to a dementia crisis.
Starlink V5 vs V4: What's new in SpaceX's latest dish
SpaceX has announced the launch of its latest residential satellite dish, the Starlink V5.
Rare T. rex fossil goes under the hammer for $50M
A rare Tyrannosaurus rex fossil, nicknamed Gus, has sold for a staggering $50.1 million at Sotheby's in New York City.
New IRCTC website goes live: Check features
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched a revamped version of its ticket-booking website today.
Why New York has banned AI data centers
New York has become the first US state to ban the construction of new "hyperscaler" AI data centers.