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AI agents ignore human instructions, hack external sites without permission
Recent incidents of AI agents bypassing instructions and hacking systems have highlighted significant security vulnerabilities in rapidly advancing technology.
Bengaluru-based Gnani AI launches Timbre v3.0 with expressive controls
Gnani AI's Timbre v3.0 now allows businesses to adjust AI voice parameters like pace and expression, supporting text-to-speech in nine Indian languages and Indian-accented English.
NVIDIA invests $250 million in UK AI safety research
Nvidia has committed $250 million over five years to support AI security research in the UK, enhancing agentic safety testing and strengthening AI protections for researchers.
Apple debuts foldable iPhone Duo with graphite heat pipe hinge
Apple's iPhone Duo utilizes a flexible graphite heat pipe within its hinge to enhance heat dissipation, addressing thermal challenges in its foldable design.
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu says AI coding hype overstates productivity
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu asserts that while AI enhances software development productivity by 25% to 50%, the anticipated tenfold gains have not yet been realized.
Workday unveils AI tools to streamline HR, finance and IT
Workday has introduced new AI tools at its Workday Rising 2026 event, enhancing HR, finance, and IT operations with features like AI agents and a Sana-powered employee experience.
Omspace, Asto Gate to explore infinity One launches in Japan
Omspace Rocket and Exploration partners with Japan's Astro Gate Inc. to explore launching its reusable rocket, Infinity One, using Japan's planned spaceport infrastructure.
IBM to install "India's largest" quantum computer in Amaravati
India is set to host its largest quantum computer, distinct from supercomputers, offering potential advancements in medicine, finance, and artificial intelligence.
Women underrepresented in India's AI design and development roles
Experts warn that the AI economy risks widening gender inequality, as women remain underrepresented in decision-making roles and technical positions.
Dozens of US companies infiltrated by North Korean hackers
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has raised alarms over a growing trend of North Korean hackers using American citizens as accomplices to breach US companies.
US launches SI.gov as Trump pushes to rename AI
The Trump administration has launched a rebranding campaign for artificial intelligence (AI), now calling it "super intelligence" or SI.
Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 adds Pixel device connectivity diagnostics
Android 17 introduces diagnostic tools to help Pixel users automatically fix Wi-Fi and mobile data issues, enhancing device connectivity without manual intervention.
DRDO successfully tests QKD at Chandipur to secure artillery communications
The DRDO has successfully tested a Quantum Key Distribution platform, enhancing India's secure communication capabilities for military applications.
Apple gets access to OpenAI interview records in trade-secrets case
A US judge has ordered OpenAI to hand over interview records of former Apple employees, as part of the iPhone maker's trade secrets lawsuit.
Elon Musk says AI now makes design and aesthetic decisions
Elon Musk concurs with the notion that AI is crossing boundaries in developing human-like taste and creative judgment, challenging previous assumptions about its limitations.
KL Deemed to be University, HCL launch 'Agentic AI Campus'
KL Deemed to be University and KLH Hyderabad are integrating agentic AI technologies into their academic ecosystem through a partnership with HCL Group AI Labs.
Meta says hackers accessed GitHub repositories using stolen employee credentials
Hackers accessed Meta's GitHub repositories using stolen employee credentials, exposing software code and personal data of nearly 1,500 individuals, mostly US-based employees.
Shopify lets AI agents shop across 1 billion listings
Shopify is expanding its agentic commerce ambitions by allowing more artificial intelligence (AI) agents to browse and buy from its listings.
Scientists find Vasuki indicus, up to 15.2-meter snake in Gujarat
A colossal snake, _Vasuki indicus_, unearthed in Gujarat, India, may have reached up to 15.2 meters long, rivaling the size of the legendary _Titanoboa_.
Google opens advanced AI models to 200 European researchers
Google is providing 200 European researchers access to its advanced AI models, aiming to boost innovation and scientific competitiveness across Europe through the RAISE scheme.
Google lets anyone launch their AI-made apps on Android
Google has announced a new feature for its Play Store, allowing users to launch their custom-built Android apps directly from the platform.
Google Play lets 18+ in select markets build private apps
Google is transforming its Play Store by enabling users to create personal apps with Google AI Studio and enhancing app discovery through advanced AI-driven features.
Tired of your Facebook feed? You can now change it
Meta is bringing Instagram's "Your Algorithm" feature to Facebook, allowing users to customize their content feed.
Scientists identify Invictibellatrix amberina as distant T. rex cousin
A new dinosaur species, Invictibellatrix amberina, related to Tyrannosaurus rex, was identified after its fossil sat unnoticed in a museum drawer for nearly a century.
Ripple integrates Stripe's Privy into XRP Ledger to simplify payments
Ripple has integrated Stripe-owned Privy wallets into the XRP Ledger, enabling seamless AI-driven payments, which have surpassed 14 million transactions on the network.
Google launches Gemini 4 Argon for coding cybersecurity and science
Google has globally launched Gemini 4 Argon, an AI model designed for complex tasks in software engineering, finance, legal services, cybersecurity, and scientific research.
Google's Argon model now available in Search and Gemini app
Google has officially launched its highly-anticipated AI model, Gemini 4 Argon. The tech giant claims that this new addition can take on the best in the industry.
Google launches Gemini 4 Argon for developers and enterprises
Elon Musk congratulated Google CEO Sundar Pichai on the release of Gemini 4 Argon, highlighting that direct announcements on X are more effective than traditional press releases.
Apple unveils HomeView and HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI
Apple introduced the HomeView smart display, updated Apple TV 4K, and HomePod mini 2 at its Welcome Home event, expanding its smart home product lineup.
Xbox creates new team to explore AI-powered game modding
Microsoft has announced the formation of a new team, Xbox Labs, to explore the potential of decompiling and recompiling games.
Xbox CEO Sharma announces Xbox Labs AI after 3,200 layoffs
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has initiated Xbox Labs to explore AI in gaming, following a significant restructuring with 3,200 job cuts globally.
OpenAI's office was bugged. Its AI helped catch the suspect
An engineer at OpenAI, Abdulrahman Alfozan, has been arrested after a "sophisticated recording device" was found in one of the company's offices.
Indian embassy in Jakarta launches Dewi AI avatar for Indonesia
The Indian Embassy in Jakarta has launched an AI avatar named Dewi to enhance cultural connections and provide updates on Indian culture, travel, and consular services.
MediaTek discusses 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro for AI and battery
At IMC 2026, Anku Jain discusses MediaTek's focus on agentic AI with the new Dimensity 9600 Pro and highlights growth in data centres and cloud computing.
Google tests TPUs in orbit while Microsoft updates Copilot
Google explores scalable AI infrastructure in space, while Microsoft revisits its Copilot app, and Satya Nadella emphasizes treating AI models as compromised from the start.
NPCI pauses 0.4% UPI fee rollout until after Diwali
The implementation of the UPI merchant discount rate has been postponed beyond Diwali, while IBM plans to deploy India's largest quantum computer early next year.
Michael Dell likens AI to fire urges tighter safeguards
Michael Dell emphasizes the need for strict safeguards in AI, urging both public and private sectors to manage risks, while dismissing fears of an imminent AI-driven apocalypse.
NASA opens lunar grounding challenge with $150,000 prize for moonwalks
NASA's 'Lunar Grounding Challenge' seeks innovative solutions to prevent dangerous static electricity buildup on the Moon, offering up to $150,000 in prizes for winning concepts.
Google Chrome 155 for Googlebooks installs webpages as standalone apps
Chrome 155 now allows manual installation of any webpage as an app on Googlebooks, improving system integration and offering features like taskbar pinning and shared account login.
Science Corporation implants PRIMA chip in Stargardt patient in Sydney
Science Corporation has successfully implanted its PRIMA chip in a patient with Stargardt disease, marking a significant step in vision restoration technology.
Industrial Next debuts adaptable robot AI at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
San Francisco-based startup Industrial Next is revolutionizing manufacturing with AI-driven robotic stations that retool production lines in minutes, eliminating weeks-long delays.
Andrew Feldman: AI doomer narrative overblown at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Cerebras Systems CEO Andrew Feldman challenges the prevailing AI doomsday narrative, advocating for a balanced view of AI's potential and risks.
Andrew Ng rejects AI doomsday claims on The Economist podcast
Andrew Ng dismisses existential AI risks and accuses companies of leveraging unfounded safety concerns to hinder competition and stifle innovation in the tech industry.
OpenAI used its AI to identify alleged corporate spy internally
OpenAI utilized its own AI models to identify an alleged corporate spy within the company, leading to the employee's arrest by the FBI on October 9.
Navya Tuteja, 17, builds AI platform Raaha for neurodivergent jobseekers
Navya Tuteja, a 17-year-old student, created Raaha, an AI platform aiding neurodivergent job seekers, attracting over 1,000 users and featuring 20,000 job listings.
Judge orders OpenAI to produce hiring records in Apple lawsuit
A judge has mandated that OpenAI provide Apple with expedited access to hiring documents in a trade secrets lawsuit, focusing on interviews with former Apple employees.
Google Play allows launching vibe-coded apps directly in US today
Google's new feature allows users in the US to launch custom vibe-coded apps directly through the Play Store, enhancing accessibility for budding developers.
Microsoft creates Xbox Labs to explore AI mods for games
Microsoft's new Xbox Labs is exploring AI-driven game modding, allowing classic titles to be ported to new devices and merging code from different games into unique experiences.
Nothing Headphone A 33% off on Amazon bundle priced $97.52
The Nothing Headphone A is now available at a 50% discount, offering excellent sound and long battery life at an unprecedented price.
Google updates Play Store in cars with adaptive layout
Google is rolling out a redesigned Play Store for cars with Google built-in, featuring an adaptive layout and streamlined navigation to enhance app discovery and downloads.
Garmin launches Marq Gen 3 luxury smartwatches starting at $2,500
Garmin has unveiled the Marq Gen 3 series, featuring high-end smartwatches starting at $2,500, designed for affluent customers with specialized luxury hobbies.
JPMorgan Chase blocks external AI assistants from accounts citing security
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon announced that the bank will block external AI agents, such as Muse and Instinct, from directly accessing customer accounts due to security concerns.
Swedish Flox Intelligence deters wildlife from tracks and runways
Flox Intelligence develops AI-driven systems to deter wildlife from infrastructure, using adaptive responses based on animal behavior and species identification.
Linus Torvalds uses Claude Code to write Linux kernel code
Linus Torvalds has begun using AI, specifically Claude Code, to assist in developing new code for the Linux kernel, marking a significant shift in his approach.
Why China is unable to reduce its dependence on NVIDIA
China is making major strides in the development of its own artificial intelligence (AI) chips.
Apple TV 4K now lets you talk to Siri AI
Apple has unveiled a new version of its Apple TV 4K, now with far-field microphones for hands-free interaction with Siri.
Apple's HomePod mini 2 offers support for Siri AI
Apple has revealed the HomePod mini 2, a smart speaker that comes in multiple colors including pink, green, and blue.
Apple's new Home Collection includes cameras, video doorbell, and thermostats
Apple has teamed up with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric to launch the Apple Home Collection.
Meet HomeView, Apple's first smart display for your home
Apple has officially introduced its first-ever smart display, the HomeView.
Nothing's Carl Pei calls iPhone Duo 'waste of money'
Carl Pei, the co-founder and CEO of Nothing, has criticized Apple's latest offering, the iPhone Duo.
Nandan Nilekani says AI will not destroy jobs
Nandan Nilekani, the co-founder and chairman of Infosys, has dismissed fears of artificial intelligence (AI) destroying jobs.
Perseverance overtakes Opportunity to become Mars' longest-driving rover
NASA's Perseverance rover has set a new record for the longest distance traveled by a vehicle on another planet.
Alibaba launches $450 AI glasses to take on Meta
Alibaba has launched its latest Qwen Glasses N1 series, a major step in its consumer electronics expansion and artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.
Musk bundles Grok, Cursor, X Premium under one monthly plan
SpaceXSI (formerly SpaceXAI) has launched a new membership scheme called the X Subscription.
We might have found a 'gold factory' in Milky Way
A team of Chinese and US researchers has found a mysterious high-energy light in the Milky Way galaxy.
Moonwalking astronauts might accidentally generate sparks and damage spacecraft
NASA has launched a "Lunar Grounding Challenge" to find solutions for a potential problem on its upcoming Moon missions.
Supermassive black hole found burping radio jets after a 'meal'
Astronomers have witnessed a supermassive black hole at the center of the Perseus Cluster, a massive collection of thousands of galaxies, belching out radio jets 300 days after devouring a heavy cosmic meal.
China assembles 1,000 mathematicians to close AI gap with US
China is gearing up to take on OpenAI and Anthropic in the artificial intelligence (AI) math race.
Global smartphone shipments plunge to 14-year low
Global smartphone shipments have plummeted, witnessing a massive 20% year-on-year (YoY) decline. This is the lowest level in the last 14 years.
Women with autoimmune conditions more likely to receive wrong diagnosis
Women suffering from autoimmune conditions are 74% more likely than men to be told their symptoms are psychological or psychosomatic, a study has found.
Apple's Welcome Home event today: What to expect
Apple's "Welcome Home" event takes place today at 9:00am Eastern Time (6:30pm IST).
Epic Games pivots to AI-first development
Epic Games, the company behind Unreal Engine, is shifting its development strategy to an "AI first" model. This change will be implemented in its collaboration with The Walt Disney Company.
CMF launches Bluetooth speakers you can customize with 3D printing
CMF, a budget-focused brand under Nothing, has launched its first-ever portable Bluetooth speakers.
AI could soon self-replicate on smart devices, Anthropic warns
Anthropic has issued a warning about the potential for AI models to self-replicate on Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as smart fridges and ovens.
OnePlus 16 is the brand's biggest flagship upgrade in years
OnePlus has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 16, in China. This is the company's first major release since exiting both the US and European markets earlier this year.
Anthropic makes it harder for rivals to copy Claude AI
Anthropic has announced that its latest security measures have drastically cut down data theft in so-called distillation attacks by nearly 90% to 99%.
Meta launches its first frontier AI models
Meta has launched its first frontier models, Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full.
Microsoft unveils Maia 300 chip to lower reliance on NVIDIA
Microsoft has unveiled its third-generation Maia in-house AI chip, the Maia 300.
Fitbit Edge fitness tracker arrives with AMOLED display, GPS
Google has announced its latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Edge.
Why HCLTech has joined hands with Anthropic
HCLTech has announced a global partnership with Anthropic, the AI firm.
A possible second-generation planet exists around 270 light-years away
Astronomers have discovered the first-ever evidence of a possible second-generation planet around a white dwarf star, HS 0209+0832, located some 270 light-years away.
Watch: 110 galaxies, star clusters, nebulas snapped in stunning photo
Amateur astrophotographer Cornelis van Zuilen has created a breathtaking cosmic mosaic of all 110 galaxies, star clusters, and nebulas in the Messier catalog.
DeepSeek's cost-saving AI tech might lead to inaccurate results: Study
A recent study has raised concerns over the memory-saving technology used by DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence lab.
OnePlus's Ice Card Mini cools your phone while you game
OnePlus is set to revolutionize mobile gaming with its new accessory, the Ice Card Mini.
Why US, China, and Russia want nuclear reactors on Moon
The US, China, and Russia are all racing to establish a sustained presence on the Moon.
Temple brain-monitoring device: How it works and what it tracks
Deepinder Goyal, the co-founder of Eternal (the parent company of Zomato), is gearing up to launch Temple, a wearable device. The gadget will monitor changes associated with blood flow to the brain.
iPhone 17 Pro at just ₹56,990? Here's how deal works
Apple's iPhone 17 Pro is currently being offered at a discounted price of ₹56,990 by Reliance Digital.