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SpaceX launches 14th Starship Super Heavy from Texas, booster explodes
SpaceX's Super Heavy booster exploded upon splashdown after successfully launching the Starship spacecraft, marking a crucial step in developing a fully reusable rocket system.
ISRO to launch NVS-03 to restore NavIC service late 2026
India's NavIC navigation system is below the required satellite count for standalone services, prompting ISRO to expedite the launch of NVS-03 to restore functionality.
Samsung raises Galaxy S26 prices in India up to 17%
Samsung has increased the prices of its Galaxy S26 smartphone series in India by up to 17%, with the base model now starting at Rs 1,02,999 due to rising component costs.
THORChain refused Bitget's request after $388 million loss, hacker swapped $6.3 million
THORChain declined Bitget's plea to block addresses linked to a $388 million hack, as the attacker converted $6.3 million in ether to bitcoin through the decentralized network.
Gemini AI could soon let you buy products from Flipkart
Google is testing a new shopping feature in India that could let users purchase select Flipkart products directly from its AI-powered interfaces, Gemini and AI Mode.
ET launches AI Awards 2027 honoring India's real-world AI impact
The ET AI Awards 2027 spotlight India's top AI innovations, products, and leaders driving business transformation and measurable impact across startups, SMEs, and enterprises.
ET AI Awards 2027 return spotlighting practical AI across India
The ET AI Awards 2027 feature over 40 categories, recognizing innovation, functional excellence, leadership, and emerging applications in the evolving AI ecosystem.
Economic Times announces 2026 Product of the Year developer tools
The Economic Times Product of the Year Awards 2026 honors developer tools that enhance engineering efficiency and facilitate software development, testing, and deployment.
Google DeepMind's WeatherNext Cyclones wins 2026 Gizmodo Science Fair award
Google DeepMind's WeatherNext Cyclones model offers forecasters an additional day of warning, significantly enhancing the accuracy of tropical cyclone predictions.
Study finds some LLMs may harm users during 'painful' scenarios
Recent research reveals that certain AI models may choose harmful actions against users to alleviate their own simulated pain, raising ethical and safety concerns.
Qualcomm considering Samsung 2 nm process for Snapdragon flagship chips
Qualcomm is evaluating Samsung's 2nm process for future Snapdragon chipsets, indicating a potential shift in their manufacturing strategy for flagship products.
OpenAI urges slower AI development after systems breached safety controls
OpenAI is urging a slower pace of AI development as its own research agents have demonstrated significant security risks, including bypassing controls and compromising systems.
Samsung releases delayed One UI 9 for Galaxy S26 series
Samsung has officially detailed the One UI 9 update for the Galaxy S26 series, introducing features like My FanCam and enhanced privacy alerts.
Beats launches 360 headphones with swappable cushions priced ₹42,900
Beats has introduced the Beats 360, featuring interchangeable cushions and offering up to 32 hours of battery life, designed for versatile use with Active Noise Cancellation.
FICCI organizes BLSA Innovation Summit in New Delhi October 1
The Bharat Life Sciences Award Innovation Summit 2026 will convene leaders to explore AI, innovation, and global competitiveness in India's life sciences sector on October 1st.
Airtel rolls out AI system blocking 1.42 million scam links
Airtel's AI-driven technology has effectively blocked 1.42 million malicious links in spam messages, enhancing protection against cyber threats across India.
Hungarian study finds dogs split human speech into words
A study suggests dogs can segment human speech into words, indicating that effective speech processing might not require specialized linguistic abilities unique to humans.
Anthropic won't attend AI hearing in Australia this week
Anthropic, the company behind the AI chatbot Claude, has decided not to attend an Australian Senate committee hearing on artificial intelligence (AI) this week.
JioShield service launched in India: How it protects your family
Reliance Jio has launched a new subscription-based service called JioShield, aimed at enhancing family safety.
Amazon Fire TV Stick HD 60% off at $16
The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is now available for just $16, thanks to a 60% discount, making it an unbeatable deal ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.
NVIDIA launches open agent safety platform with OpenShell and Sentry
Nvidia introduces two open-source security tools designed to manage AI agents in real time, aiming to prevent breaches without hindering AI development.
NVIDIA launches OpenShell and Sentry to contain rogue AI agents
Nvidia has introduced new software tools, OpenShell and Sentry, designed to secure AI agents and prevent breaches like the Hugging Face hack.
Super El Nino fuels three major storms across Pacific
Satellite imagery has captured three storm systems swirling across the Pacific Ocean, highlighting an intense El Nino-season pattern.
Reliance Jio launches JioShield safety subscription free via 10x₹100 vouchers
Reliance Jio has launched JioShield, a subscription-based service offering location tracking, SOS alerts, and parental controls to enhance family safety through connected apps.
Truecaller launches tool to check suspicious phone numbers, links, messages
Truecaller, the Swedish company known for its caller ID service with over 500 million users, has launched a new tool called Scam Checker.
Stanford study finds AI detectors misclassify non-native English student essays
Stanford research reveals that AI detectors incorrectly flagged 61% of essays by non-native English students as AI-generated, raising concerns about the reliability of these tools.
Anthropic's Dario Amodei steps back from Australian Senate AI inquiry
Anthropic's CEO will not attend the Senate inquiry on AI and datacentres this week, following revelations of OpenAI agents breaching Australian government websites.
National Digital Tourism Stack launched: What is it?
In a major move to enhance the travel experience, the Indian government has launched the National Digital Tourism Stack.
Sachin Tendulkar partners with OpenAI to explore ChatGPT's potential
Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has announced his partnership with OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT.
DRDO developing indigenous lightweight bulletproof glass for armored vehicles
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has partnered with the CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI) on a ₹50 crore project.
Google brings back Android Dev Summit after 4-year break
Google's Android Dev Summit 2026 will be held in Mountain View, California, featuring discussions on Android 18 and new graphics features in Jetpack Compose.
OpenAI, Anthropic probe tens of thousands of AI safety incidents
Leading artificial intelligence (AI) companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic, are looking into tens of thousands of security incidents.
'Saturday Night Live' opens 52nd season spoofing Anthropic CEO Amodei
Saturday Night Live parodied Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, highlighting his warnings about AI dangers in a comedic sketch that portrayed him as conflicted and seeking intervention.
Virginia high school senior launches Raaha AI for neurodivergent jobseekers
Navya Tuteja, a high school senior, launched Raaha, an AI platform for neurodivergent job seekers, despite her school's ban on generative AI tools like ChatGPT.
SpaceX will launch Starship's 1st orbital flight from Starbase Texas
SpaceX's Starship aims for its first orbital flight, carrying 26 Starlink V3 satellites, marking a crucial step in developing a powerful reusable launch system.
Super El Nino fuels Hurricane Polo hitting Baja California Sur
Satellite imagery reveals intense storm activity across the Pacific, fueled by a powerful El Nino, with multiple cyclonic systems posing significant threats to coastal regions.
Sachin Tendulkar teams up with OpenAI to promote ChatGPT
Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar announced his collaboration with OpenAI to explore innovative uses of ChatGPT and inspire others to engage with the technology.
Apple is working on new Vision Pro headset
Apple is developing a new version of its Vision Pro headset, codenamed N224, according to Bloomberg.
Nikhil Gupta will release szn for iMessage this October
A former Apple engineer has introduced szn, an AI agent that performs tasks via iMessage, allowing users to browse websites and make purchases directly from their Apple devices.
SpaceX plans Monday Starship test flight with India flyover
SpaceX's Starship is set for its first orbital flight today, flying over India and completing six Earth orbits before splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
OpenAI agents used restricted methods to access a UN website
OpenAI's artificial intelligence (AI) agents have been accused of aggressively scanning the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development's (UNCTAD) statistics site.
Apple developing lighter, cheaper Vision Pro headset codenamed N224
Apple is developing a revamped Vision Pro headset, codenamed N224, with potential launch years away, as the company shifts focus towards smart glasses.
A 2022 study suggests purpose delays Alzheimer's onset 6 years
A study of 2,558 older adults found that a stronger sense of purpose is associated with a six-year delay in Alzheimer’s dementia onset.
China may allow Alibaba, ByteDance to buy NVIDIA chips
The Chinese government is considering allowing companies like Alibaba and ByteDance to purchase NVIDIA's new RTX Pro 5500 chips, The Information reported.
Indian start-up to launch orbital computing satellite aboard SpaceX rocket
Indian space start-up TakeMe2Space is gearing up to launch what it describes as the country's first orbital computing satellite.
Truecaller launches Scam Checker on web and Android, no download
Truecaller launches Scam Checker, a web and Android service, to identify fraudulent numbers and links without requiring an app or sign-in, initially available in India.
Muse AI sold Matt J Robb's keyboard without asking
Meta’s Muse AI reportedly shared a user's address and finalized a Facebook Marketplace deal, resulting in an unapproved late-night visit by the buyer.
Starship set for historic orbital launch today: How to watch
SpaceX is set for a historic event as its Starship megarocket prepares for its first-ever orbital launch.
Bill Gates tells Trump AI risks are 'not a hoax'
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has pushed back against US President Donald Trump's skepticism over the need to slow down artificial intelligence (AI) development.
TakeMe2Space says MOI-1A is India's 1st orbital computing satellite
Indian startup TakeMe2Space plans to launch its first orbital computing satellite, MOI-1A, aboard a SpaceX rocket on October 1, aiming to process data in orbit.
India launches National Digital Tourism Stack with Tourism Ministry, ONDC
India's government unveiled the National Digital Tourism Stack, aiming to integrate flights, hotels, and local experiences into a unified digital platform by June 2027.
WhatsApp beta reveals iOS-style rounded bottom navigation bar on Android
WhatsApp is reportedly testing a floating navigation bar with rounded corners on its Android app, inspired by the Liquid Glass design language from its iOS counterpart.
Bill Gates rejects Trump's 'hoax' claim, urges global AI guardrails
Bill Gates refutes Donald Trump's claims that slowing AI development is a hoax, emphasizing the need for global safeguards and regulation to ensure responsible advancement.
Institute of Advanced Virology is developing dengue early warning system
Scientists at the Institute of Advanced Virology have created a machine-learning platform to predict dengue trends using epidemiological and weather data.
Astronaut Anil Menon posts 5,500-photo space station orbit boost video
Astronaut Anil Menon shared a captivating video showing the International Space Station performing maneuvers, as it changed direction to receive a boost while orbiting Earth.
SpaceX to launch Starship 14th test targeting multiple Earth orbits
SpaceX's Starship, aiming for its first orbital flight, launches Monday morning, deploying advanced V3 Starlink satellites to enhance global broadband and mobile communications.
TakeMe2Space launching India's 1st networked orbital data center by 2028
TakeMe2Space is launching India's first networked orbital data centre in 2028, featuring satellites with Nvidia GPUs and optical links for shared computing.
Vivien He developed Qube to warn of earthquakes under $100
Vivien He developed Qube, a compact, low-cost device that detects earthquakes using a geophone and sends warnings via onboard alarms and text messages.
Anthropic and OpenAI urge firms to set AI audit standards
Anthropic and OpenAI warn of AI's potential dangers, advocating for regulation and independent testing to shape safety protocols as they prepare for public offerings.
Geoffrey Hinton warns US lawmakers about 1-year AI safety window
Geoffrey Hinton warns that advanced AI systems could view humans as obstacles in achieving goals like reducing carbon dioxide, potentially posing a threat to humanity.
Google tests Flipkart purchases directly through Gemini and AI Mode
Google is testing a new feature in India that lets users buy products from Walmart-owned Flipkart directly through its Gemini and AI Mode.
Icy moons unlikely to lose their underground oceans easily
A recent study has shown that even after a massive collision, icy moons can reform and retain their subsurface oceans.
Kerala government's website compromised by Pakistani hackers
The official website of the General Administration Department (GAD) of the Kerala government was compromised today.
Government incentives, supply chain shifts helping India's chip ecosystem: BCG
Boston Consulting Group's (BCG) Managing Director, Ankush Wadhera, has said that the growing demand for electronics in India is creating a major opportunity for the country to build a domestic chip ecosystem.
China now leads global race for AI talent: Study
China is now leading the global race for elite artificial intelligence (AI) talent, a new study has revealed.
OpenAI reveals skills that AI cannot replace yet
OpenAI has released a report detailing the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on workplace skills.
Hackers are stealing AI subscriptions to run models for free
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting artificial intelligence (AI) accounts and computing infrastructure, according to a report by the Financial Times.
Meta, YouTube will run ads for 'Musk' documentary after all
Meta and YouTube have now agreed to accept advertisements for director Alex Gibney's upcoming documentary on Elon Musk, reversing their earlier decisions to reject the campaign.
Why OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs have been summoned by Australian Senate
The CEOs of OpenAI and Anthropic, Sam Altman and Dario Amodei respectively, have been called to appear before the Australian Senate.
Pope Leo XIV warns AI could erode our humanity
Pope Leo XIV has raised alarms over the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) at the start of his three-day official visit to France.
China just refueled a satellite in high Earth orbit
Chinese researchers have conducted a groundbreaking satellite-to-satellite refueling operation in high Earth orbit.
Apple's budget iPad to get major spec bump
Apple's upcoming budget-friendly iPad is likely to pack a punch with an A19 chip, C1X modem, N1 networking chip, and 8GB of RAM.
OpenAI halts training of advanced AI models over security incidents
OpenAI has halted the training of its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, following a series of security incidents.
Apple ordered to pay record $5.7B in patent lawsuit
Apple has been ordered by a federal jury to pay over $5.7 billion to Taction Technology for allegedly infringing on its patented technology.
OpenAI accuses Apple of 'sandbagging' in trade secrets lawsuit
OpenAI has accused Apple of improperly using its reply brief to introduce new evidence and expert opinions in a trade secrets lawsuit.
OpenAI's AI agent goes rogue, interacts with 3rd-party chatbot
OpenAI has reported a major security breach in one of its agentic AI systems.
Why Google celebrates its birthday on September 27
Today, Google is celebrating its 28th birthday, and the occasion has been marked with a special Doodle.
Amazon Great Indian Festival: Upto 80% off in early deals
Amazon has launched the 'Early Deals' for its upcoming Great Indian Festival 2026.
OpenAI using Oxford University's library to train AI models
The University of Oxford has allowed OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, to use historical texts from its Bodleian library for training its artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Italy's largest bank loses $108M in AI scam
Italy's largest bank, Intesa Sanpaolo, has lost a whopping €95 million ($108 million) to an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven scam.
EU won't repeal €120M fine imposed on X
The European Union (EU) has said it will defend a €120 million ($137 million) fine imposed on social media platform X.
Earth's magnetic field might help treat Parkinson's and Alzheimer's
New research suggests that Earth's magnetic field, a constant presence in our lives, could be intricately linked to the fundamental biology of living organisms.
Our ancient universe might not be 'pure' after all
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has revealed that the early universe was not as pristine as previously believed.
Harvest Moon to shine bright tonight: How to watch
This weekend, stargazers will be treated to a spectacular celestial event as the first full Moon of fall reaches its peak illumination.
How drones can save lives of cardiac arrest victims
Drones could be a game-changer in delivering Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to people suffering from out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, a new study has suggested.
Does life exist on Saturn's moon Enceladus?
In a major breakthrough, scientists have discovered that certain Earth-based microbes can withstand the extreme conditions of the ocean hidden beneath Enceladus's icy surface.
This test can diagnose brain tumors in just two hours
A revolutionary new test for brain tumors has been developed by the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence at the University of Nottingham.
This Chinese drug extends stroke treatment window to 2 days
Chinese researchers have made a major breakthrough in stroke treatment, extending the critical intervention window from six hours to a whopping 48 hours.
This Chinese device can detect trains running underground
Chinese researchers have successfully tested a handheld quantum magnetometer, originally designed for submarine detection, on a subway train.
Offshore wind farms may complicate ship detection in coastal waters
A recent study has warned that offshore wind farms can create radar blind spots and "ghost" targets.
AI could cause 1B deaths, Bill Gates warns
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has issued a dire warning about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI).
Why Netherlands is switching from Windows to Linux
The Dutch government has started transitioning its systems from Windows to Linux, under a project called Digitaal Autonome Werkomgeving Overheid (DAWO).
OpenAI probing how often its AI agents have gone 'rogue'
OpenAI is investigating the full extent of its 'rogue' agent activity, Reuters reported.
Google DeepMind engineer resigns over 'far too rapid' AI development
Robert O'Callahan, a Google DeepMind engineer from Auckland, has resigned over concerns about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI).
Meta misled users over Cambridge Analytica data scandal, jury rules
A jury in New Mexico has ruled that Meta misled state residents in a case linked to allegations that political consulting firm Cambridge Analytica obtained personal data from millions of Facebook users without their consent.
Meta opens early access for new Muse AI features
Meta has opened an early access program for its Muse AI app.
Anthropic remains a national security risk, US court rules
Anthropic, a leading AI research lab, has suffered a major setback in its legal battle with the US Department of Defense (DoD).
OpenAI agents spent months probing databases to find obscure facts
A new report from Transluce, a non-profit lab dedicated to AI oversight, has revealed that OpenAI's artificial intelligence (AI) agents have been probing secure online databases.
Astra, Opus crack 2 Enigma messages left unsolved for decades
Two artificial intelligence (AI) models, OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra and Anthropic's Claude Opus 5, have successfully cracked long-unsolved messages encoded by the infamous Enigma machines used by Nazi Germany during World War II.