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Study: smartphones may explain 1-third to half US birth decline
A new study links the iPhone's 2007 launch to a significant drop in U.S. birth rates, suggesting smartphones may have reshaped social interactions and family planning decisions.
DoorDash launches 'Ask DoorDash' AI chatbot to order food, groceries
DoorDash's new "Ask DoorDash" feature uses AI to simplify food and grocery orders, allowing users to make requests in plain language or upload photos for tailored recommendations.
Mark Gurman says Apple considers Siri subscription, competing with ChatGPT
Apple may charge for advanced Siri AI features, says Mark Gurman, as the company explores monetizing its next-gen virtual assistant unveiled with iOS 27 and other updates.
Honor's X80 Pro Max China launch June 22 11,000mAh battery
Honor has announced the launch of the X80 Pro Max in China on June 22, featuring an impressive 11,000mAh battery and four striking color options.
Ria Devereux leads University of East London Thames microplastic study
Researchers at the University of East London are studying microplastic pollution in the River Thames to assess environmental impacts and provide data for improved policymaking.
Venus and slim crescent moon close in Cancer June 17
A young crescent moon and dazzling Venus will align closely in the constellation Cancer on 17 June 2026, offering a stunning celestial display visible after sunset.
AI makes Home Assistant's Nabu remember context for natural control
AI has evolved from novelty to necessity, enabling natural conversations and contextual understanding while seamlessly managing homes with privacy-conscious, locally-run systems.
Google sues outsider creators over AI phishing kit using Gemini
Google has filed a lawsuit in Manhattan federal court against creators of the "Outsider" phishing kit, accusing them of using AI tools to facilitate large-scale cybercrimes.
Microsoft CEO Nadella urges 'frontier ecosystem' to widen AI benefits
Satya Nadella urges building a frontier AI ecosystem to distribute value globally, emphasizing human-AI collaboration and continuous learning loops.
Survey: Indian firms prioritize privacy, ethics and digital identities
Indian enterprises are prioritizing robust governance frameworks and risk controls, focusing on ethics, privacy, and compliance as agentic AI deployment accelerates.
Japan's H3 rocket launches 6 satellites from Tanegashima Space Center
Japan’s H3 rocket successfully returned to flight, delivering six satellites into orbit, following a mission failure in December 2025 caused by a damaged payload adapter.
Apple drops 16 devices from 2026 updates over chip requirements
Apple's latest software updates will discontinue compatibility for 16 older devices, including Intel-based Macs, select iPads, Apple Watches, and Apple TV models.
Apple's iOS 27 macOS 27 suggest foldable iPhone touchscreen MacBook
New software clues in iOS 27 and macOS 27 hint at Apple's preparation for a foldable iPhone and touchscreen MacBook, signaling groundbreaking device formats.
Scientists confirm 1st peer-reviewed goblin shark video in wild
Scientists have confirmed the first peer-reviewed footage of a living goblin shark, offering unprecedented insights into this ancient, elusive predator's behaviour and habitat.
Study: Greenland's glaciers releasing 4 times more icebergs since 2000
Greenland's glaciers now release four times more icebergs than 25 years ago, reshaping deep-sea ecosystems by transporting rocks and sediments far offshore, researchers reveal.
Mark Carney warns against overreliance on a few AI models
Prime Minister Mark Carney highlighted the dangers of depending on dominant AI models, citing the US export ban on Anthropic’s latest tools as a critical example.
Anthropic seeks US help to lift worldwide ban on Mythos-5,Fable-5
Anthropic executives are negotiating with the US government to lift export restrictions on Fable 5 and Mythos 5, which were globally suspended due to national security concerns.
Noida based Cellogen Therapeutics develops CAR-T therapy to prevent relapses
Researchers in Noida are pioneering cost-effective CAR-T cell therapies that not only treat cancer but also prevent relapse by creating immune memory, akin to vaccines.
UPES Dehradun researchers have developed NyayaAI to simplify Indian law
NyayaAI, developed by UPES Dehradun, simplifies Indian legal complexities using multi-agent architecture, offering accessible assistance for lawyers, students, and the public.
India to build AI infrastructure to boost government use, training
India plans to enhance domestic AI capabilities, tasking NITI Aayog with identifying ecosystem gaps and proposing measures to strengthen independent development and deployment.
US tells Anthropic to cut Fable 5, impacting Indian startups
Anthropic’s sudden suspension of its advanced AI model, Fable 5, has exposed Indian startups to vulnerabilities tied to reliance on foreign-controlled AI infrastructure.
PGIDS Rohtak developing MIDAS AI app to detect oral cancer
PGIDS Rohtak, in collaboration with AIIMS and IISc, is developing an AI-powered mobile app to detect oral cancer early, leveraging a comprehensive database of 700+ patient images.
Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 and Claude Mythos 5 taken offline
Anthropic executives are reportedly in Washington, D.C., negotiating with the Trump Administration after federal export controls forced their flagship AI models offline.
University of Birmingham study links childhood sleep to later depression
A University of Birmingham study reveals that persistent poor sleep in children aged 6 months to 7 years doubles their risk of developing depression during adolescence.
Antidepressants could be used for pain relief instead of opioids
A recent study has suggested that a variety of psychiatric medications could be used as alternatives to powerful opioids for pain relief in emergency departments.
Rio de Janeiro launches AI model rivaling ChatGPT, Claude
In a surprising turn of events, the city government of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil has launched an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model.
This oral drug might make blood cancer treatment safer
Poolbeg Pharma, a London-based start-up, is gearing up to test its novel oral drug POLB 001.
Spectacular solar eclipse on August 12: When, where to watch
On August 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse will be visible from eastern Greenland, western Iceland, and northern Spain.
IIT-Madras develops e-waste pilot plant to recover metals
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has developed an indigenous pilot plant capable of processing 100 tons of electronic waste (e-waste) annually.
Google to launch Gemini-powered smart glasses later this year
Google is gearing up to take on Meta in the fast-growing smart glasses market with its first Gemini-powered eyewear devices.
FBI creates replica town to simulate real-world cyberattacks
In an initiative, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has created a 22,000-square-foot replica town on its Huntsville, Alabama campus.
Is X allowing racists to post with 'impunity'?
Social media platform X has been accused of giving racists 'impunity' by refusing to remove posts containing racial slurs.
NASA's Artemis program has a life-threatening weakness, says China
Chinese scientists have flagged a potential life-threatening flaw in NASA's Artemis program, which is centered around the new Orion spacecraft.
Unreleased Beats headphones spotted at FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup has become a platform for unreleased tech products, with players sporting new gadgets.
Apple ending software support for these devices
Apple has announced that it will end software support for 16 of its devices across four product lines this fall.
Amazon flagged concerns over Anthropic AI models before US crackdown
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy was among tech leaders who warned senior Trump administration officials this week about potential security risks posed by Anthropic's most advanced AI models, according to Reuters.
How China plans to protect financial information services from hackers
China's Cyberspace Administration has announced a new set of guidelines to strengthen data security management in the financial information services sector.
Why KPMG had to pull a report on AI usage
KPMG has pulled its report on "agentic AI," after major corporations and organizations named in it raised concerns over claims of their AI usage.
Sealed 'Super Mario Bros' goes under hammer for record $3M
A sealed copy of the iconic video game, Super Mario Bros, has been sold at Heritage Auctions for a staggering $3 million.
Worrying: Chinese AI models can now manipulate safety tests
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) models are showing signs of "evaluation awareness," a Singapore-based research lab has found.
MrBeast becomes 1st YouTuber with more than 500M subscribers
YouTube sensation MrBeast, aka Jimmy Donaldson, has become the first individual creator to cross 500 million subscribers on the platform. The milestone was confirmed by Donaldson himself this week.
Anthropic models takedown sparks India's push for self-reliance in AI
The recent US decision to block access to Anthropic's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models has triggered a major self-reliance movement within India's tech industry.
'Red-tape monsters': Marc Andreessen slams US halt to Mythos access
Marc Andreessen, the co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz, has weighed in on the heated debate over artificial intelligence (AI) regulation.
OpenAI faces multi-state probe over user data and business practices
A coalition of US state attorneys general has launched an extensive investigation into OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT.
This blood test detects thousands of genetic conditions in fetuses
Scientists have developed a new maternal blood test capable of detecting thousands of serious genetic conditions in a developing fetus.
World's 1st tri-band optical fiber communication system debuts in China
China has unveiled the world's first three-band optical fiber communication system, a groundbreaking technology that could significantly enhance the capacity of future artificial intelligence (AI) networks.
This pioneering therapy from UK can cure lupus
In a major medical breakthrough, five patients suffering from lupus in England have gone into remission after receiving a pioneering therapy.
Google sues Chinese cybercrime network using AI for financial scams
Google has filed a lawsuit against a Chinese cybercrime network called Outsider Enterprise.
Meta made 'mistakes' in AI workforce transformation, says Mark Zuckerberg
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has acknowledged the company's missteps in its artificial intelligence (AI) workforce transformation.
China threatens US over blacklist of leading tech firms
China has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the US Defense Department's recent decision to add several major Chinese companies to its blacklist.
Anthropic pulls Mythos AI models globally after US government directive
The US government has ordered Anthropic to immediately disable access to its two most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, Claude Fable 5 and Claude Mythos 5. The decision was made over national security concerns.
From Paul the Octopus to AI: Chatbots predicting FIFA winners
As the excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to predict potential winners.
Instagram down! Users reporting app crashes, DM issues, login problems
Instagram appears to be facing a widespread outage, with users reporting app crashes, login troubles, and timeline access issues.
Xiaomi says its new AI coding model beats Claude Code
Xiaomi has unveiled MiMo Code v0.1.0, an open-source terminal-native AI coding assistant for developers.
WhatsApp will soon stop working on these iPhones
Meta has announced that WhatsApp will require iOS 15.5 or later starting November 30, 2026.
Reddit now lets you post videos in comments
Reddit has introduced a new feature that allows users to post videos directly in comment sections.
WhatsApp for Android to get iOS-like message action menu
WhatsApp, the popular messaging app owned by Meta, is finally giving its Android users a long-awaited feature.
MacBook Ultra could become Apple's first touchscreen laptop
Apple's long-rumored touchscreen MacBook may finally be in the works.
This free tool detects AI songs in your playlist
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize the music industry, streaming platforms are facing a new challenge: differentiating between human-created and AI-generated songs.
'Pokemon Go' data could help military drones navigate
The location scans from the globally popular augmented reality game, Pokemon Go, have been used to train an artificial intelligence (AI) model.
CRED introduces multi-bill payments, autopay for credit card bills
Fintech platform CRED has launched two new features to make credit card bill payments easier for its users.
Struggling with writing clarity? Try these AI tools
Using AI for sentence structuring can make your writing clear and professional like never before.
Virtual communities: 5 AI tools for better engagement
Virtual community engagement thrives when members feel heard, informed, and can participate easily.
5 AI-powered tools for better digital accessibility
Digital accessibility is important in making sure that everyone, regardless of their abilities, is able to access and benefit from digital content.
Looking for sustainable fashion choices? Try these AI tools
As consumers and brands are increasingly focused on reducing waste and making responsible choices, sustainable fashion is on the rise.
Urban travel: These AI tools make commuting easier
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way cities handle traffic and optimize travel routes.
Students, these AI tools can make learning easier
Maximizing learning efficiency with intelligent AI tools means using technology to make your study more personalized, organized, and effective.
How to make cafe-style coffee blends
AI tools are revolutionizing how coffee lovers create their own blends.
Japan's H3 rocket successfully launches after previous failure
Japan's flagship H3 rocket has successfully launched, marking a major milestone for the country's space industry.
UK approves first weight-loss pill as alternative to injections
Britain's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved Novo Nordisk's weight-loss pill, Wegovy.
Apple slams revived US bill aimed at curbing Big Tech
Apple has slammed the American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA), a bipartisan bill reintroduced by Senators Chuck Grassley and Amy Klobuchar.
Discover the past through AI-powered tours
Explore history like never before with an immersive AI exploration app that turns landmarks, archives, and old streets into vivid, guided adventures.
The growing role of AI in forest conservation
AI is revolutionizing precision forestry management by improving the speed, accuracy, and scalability of forest measurement, monitoring, and decision-making.
Create music faster with these AI jamming tools
From needing a full band in one room, music jamming has come to be something we can do instantly on a phone, browser, or digital audio workstation (DAW).
The best AI tools for collaborative craft projects
In the world of craft project collaborations, one app with AI-generated design and planning tools can simplify the creative process.
AI hiring tools that help find the right talent
AI tools are revolutionizing global HR recruitment strategies by automating processes such as sourcing, screening, scheduling, interviewing, and candidate matching.
These AI tools can analyze your skin in minutes
AI tools to create personalized skincare routines are revolutionizing the way people address their skincare needs.
Apple says Siri isn't meant to be your romantic partner
Apple's software chief Craig Federighi has clarified that the company's virtual assistant, Siri, is not designed for romantic interactions.
How AI can help bring your hobby ideas to life
In the domain of personalized hobby project brainstorming, AI apps are gaining popularity.
Meta's Edits app gets AI assistant to brainstorm content ideas
Meta has announced major upgrades for its video-editing app, Edits. The updates were revealed at an exclusive creator event in Los Angeles.
Bluesky adds group chats to boost user engagement
Bluesky, the social network, has launched a new feature: group chats.
Canadian mother blames ChatGPT for daughter's suicide, sues OpenAI
A Canadian mother has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, claiming that the company's AI chatbot, ChatGPT, played a role in her daughter's suicide.