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xAI wants Hindi, Bengali speakers to help train Grok AI
Elon Musk's xAI is recruiting native Hindi and Bengali speakers to train its Grok AI chatbot. No prior knowledge of AI training is required for the role.
Amazon sale: Up to 75% off on projectors
The Amazon Great Republic Day sale brings a significant price drop on projectors, offering a range of models with varying features and specifications.
Your takeaway coffee may contain thousands of microplastic particles
A new study warns that takeaway coffee cups, particularly those made of plastic, may be releasing thousands of microplastic fragments into your drink.
Samsung kicks off OLED MacBook Pro production early
Samsung Display has reportedly begun mass production of OLED panels for Apple's MacBook Pro, potentially indicating an earlier-than-expected release.
'Wikilaundering': PR firm accused of commissioning favourable Wikipedia edits
Portland Communications, a leading public relations (PR) firm founded by Tim Allan, has been accused of manipulating Wikipedia pages to favor its clients.
Annular solar eclipse happening February 17, 2026
The first solar eclipse of 2026, creating a 'ring of fire', will not be visible from India. The event, occurring on February 17, will mainly be seen from Antarctica.
Google's AI video maker Flow now available to Workspace users
Google's innovative AI video creation tool, Flow, is now available for users with Business, Enterprise, and Education Workspace plans.
Epic Games has dealt a blow to Fortnite creators
Epic Games has announced a major update to its rules for Fortnite creators.
Bluesky adds cashtags, LIVE badges to boost user engagement
Bluesky, a social networking platform, is rolling out two new features: cashtags and LIVE badges.
TikTok launches PineDrama, a dedicated app for microdramas
TikTok has launched a new standalone app called PineDrama in the US and Brazil.
X doubles creator payouts, launches $1 million article contest
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, has updated its creator payout model and promises a $1 million reward for the top article in the next payout period.
Activision Blizzard under probe for 'misleading' mobile game practices
Italy's competition authority, Autorita Garante della Concorrenza E Del Mercato (AGCM), has launched two investigations into Activision Blizzard.
ChatGPT to start showing ads
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is testing a new advertising feature in its free version for US users.
OpenAI's nonprofit AI jam brings hands-on AI to Indian NGOs
OpenAI is facilitating the transition from pilot to deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) in India's social sector through its Nonprofit Jam initiative.
Mars quietly shapes Earth's ice ages
New scientific simulations reveal that Mars significantly influences Earth's climate cycles, challenging previous assumptions about its minor role.
Gmail gets Gemini AI: Less inbox chaos, more chill
Gmail's new Gemini-powered features tackle email overload, enhancing information retrieval, streamlining composition, and prioritizing critical content.
Light-based tech could change how we treat brain disorders
Optogenetics, a technique using light to manipulate neurons, is showing promise in treating neurological disorders like chronic pain and epilepsy.
California launches probe into Musk's xAI after Grok deepfake scandal
California's Attorney General has issued a cease-and-desist order to Elon Musk's startup, xAI, following allegations of nonconsensual sexual imagery creation by its chatbot, Grok.
OpenAI drops ChatGPT Go: More AI power for just $8/month
OpenAI is expanding its low-cost subscription, ChatGPT Go, globally while initiating tests for sponsored product placements and ads to boost revenue.
Google Meet gets a fresh look with Material 3 expressive search bar
Google Meet for Android is integrating more Material 3 Expressive, featuring a new search app bar, enhancing its user interface.
AI adoption is booming—but not everywhere equally
Anthropic, an AI startup, warns that the adoption of AI technology could exacerbate economic inequality, favoring wealthier nations over lower-income countries.
Google pushes back on order to share search data with rivals
Google has requested a judge to delay sharing data with competitors as it appeals a 2024 ruling that declared its online search dominance illegal.
OpenAI to start showing ads on ChatGPT in the US
OpenAI is set to test targeted advertisements within its ChatGPT app for select US users, marking a significant move towards diversifying its revenue streams.
Google Pixel 9a gets massive price cut—now available for $399
Amazon offers a significant $100 discount on the Google Pixel 9a, making our favorite budget-friendly Pixel phone even more affordable.
SpaceX launching NROL-105 spy satellites tonight
SpaceX is launching its first national security mission of 2026 tonight, deploying a new batch of US spy satellites from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base.
This robot can predict your smile before you even make it
Columbia University researchers have developed EMO, a robot that can train itself to lip-sync and speak like a human by observing and learning from YouTube videos.
Samsung Galaxy S26 series: Specs, prices, and launch details
A leaked document from Samsung's Colombian website may have inadvertently confirmed the official model names for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series.
AI to bring bigger changes than wheel, internet: Bill Gates
Microsoft co-founder, Bill Gates, warns that artificial intelligence (AI) will reshape society and jobs at a faster pace than anticipated.
Sun Pharma launches skin cancer medication in US
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries has launched its skin cancer drug, Unloxcyt (cosibelimab-ipdl), in the US.
You can now lip-sync Reels in 5 new Indian languages
Instagram has expanded its AI-powered voice translation and lip-sync feature for Reels to five new Indian languages.
Space travel changes brain structure, study reveals
A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) has found that long-duration space travel can alter the structure and position of astronauts' brains.
TikTok to launch age-detection tech in Europe amid regulatory pressure
TikTok has announced its plan to roll out a new age-detection technology across Europe in the coming weeks, according to Reuters.
Why Indian private satellites on PSLV-C62 mission weren't insured
The recent failure of ISRO's PSLV-C62-EOS-N1 mission has highlighted a major gap in India's private space sector: satellite insurance.
iPhone 4: Why the 16-year-old phone is trending again
The iPhone 4, a device that made its debut in 2010, is witnessing a major resurgence among young users. This trend is mainly driven by nostalgia and the phone's simple features.
Chinese hackers used Venezuela-themed phishing emails to target US
A China-linked hacker group has been accused of using Venezuela-themed phishing emails to target US government and policy-related officials.
China just 'months behind' US in AI race: DeepMind CEO
Demis Hassabis, the CEO of Google DeepMind, has warned that China is closing the gap with the US in artificial intelligence (AI) at an unprecedented pace.
Apple to manufacture AI chips in-house by 2026
Apple is gearing up to start production of its own artificial intelligence (AI) chips, according to a report by Ming-Chi Kuo.
Google launches open AI translation models challenging ChatGPT Translate
Google has unveiled TranslateGemma, a new set of open translation models based on Gemma 3.
This popular PC game is coming to your iPhone
Apple has announced the addition of Sid Meier's Civilization VII Arcade Edition to its Apple Arcade platform on February 5, 2026.
Leak reveals full specs of Apple iPhone Fold, 18 Pro
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 series, including the highly anticipated foldable model, will come with Touch ID instead of Face ID.
Flipkart's AI shopping assistant 'SLAP' to launch next week
Flipkart is all set to launch its new conversational AI shopping assistant, Shop Like a Pro (SLAP), next week.
Ordered Trump Mobile phone? 6 months later, it's still missing
US Senator Elizabeth Warren has asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to probe Trump Mobile's failure to deliver its promised phones.
US senators demand answers from tech giants over explicit deepfakes
A group of US senators has written to tech giants Meta, Alphabet, X, Snap, Reddit, and TikTok.
Canada investigates Musk's xAI over explicit deepfakes
Canada's privacy watchdog has launched an investigation into xAI, the artificial intelligence company founded by Elon Musk.
Spotify raises subscription prices once again
Spotify has announced a price hike for its subscription plan in the United States, marking the third increase in three years.
50% discount! Samsung Galaxy Ring drops to ₹15,999 on Amazon
Samsung's Galaxy Ring, a wearable device designed for health tracking, has received its biggest price cut ever on Amazon India.
Meta pulls the plug on its metaverse for work
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has announced that it will be shutting down Horizon Workrooms, its virtual collaboration space for workers.
Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI, Microsoft heads to trial
A US District Judge in Oakland, California has denied OpenAI and Microsoft's attempts to dismiss Elon Musk's lawsuit, paving the way for a jury trial scheduled for late April.
Nothing's first India flagship store is coming to this city
Nothing, the consumer tech company co-founded by Carl Pei, has announced its plan to open its first-ever flagship store in India.
Design a Mars meal for astronauts, win $750,000 from NASA
NASA has launched a global competition to tackle one of the biggest hurdles in human space exploration: feeding astronauts on Mars.
Wikipedia partners with Microsoft and Meta for AI content training
Wikipedia has announced partnerships with several tech giants, including Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon.
US struggles in space race as China makes lunar strides
The US is losing its grip on the space race, with China's successful lunar missions and strategic plans.
NASA brings astronauts home safely in first-ever space medical evacuation
NASA has successfully completed its first-ever medical evacuation from the International Space Station (ISS).
Samsung Galaxy S26 may finally get faster charging support
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 series is expected to launch in India and global markets next month.
OpenAI's new ChatGPT feature takes on Google Translate
OpenAI has launched a new translation tool, ChatGPT Translate, to take on Google Translate.
Realme's 10,000mAh battery phone could launch in India this month
Realme is gearing up to launch a smartphone with an industry-leading 10,000mAh battery in India.
All about NASA rocket that will carry humans to Moon
NASA is gearing up for the Artemis II mission, a major milestone in human space exploration.