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Philippines unbans Grok AI after safety fixes promised
The Philippines is set to restore access to Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, following the developer's commitment to remove controversial image-manipulation tools.
OpenAI's Stargate: Keeping AI data centers green (and your power bill low)
OpenAI has introduced a community plan for its $500 billion Stargate initiative, aiming to manage energy costs and avoid increasing local electricity prices.
Brazil tells xAI to stop Grok from making fake sexual content
Brazilian authorities have given Elon Musk's xAI a 30-day ultimatum to stop its Grok chatbot from circulating fake sexualized content.
Netflix's mobile app is getting a TikTok-style makeover
Netflix is planning a major redesign of its mobile app in 2026, aiming to increase daily engagement and compete with social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
OpenAI introduces age prediction to protect teens on ChatGPT
OpenAI has introduced an "age prediction" feature in ChatGPT to identify minors and apply content restrictions, addressing concerns over AI's impact on young users.
Jupiter and Saturn's wild polar storms are shaped by what's deep inside
Scientists have linked the unique polar weather patterns on Jupiter and Saturn to their internal compositions, potentially unlocking secrets about these gas giants' interiors.
Google's Gemini AI finally lands on Chromebooks
Google's AI assistant, 'Gemini in Chrome', is starting to appear on ChromeOS, specifically targeting Chromebook Plus machines first.
Blue Origin's NS-38 mission: Quick rundown
Blue Origin is preparing to launch its NS-38 suborbital mission from West Texas on January 22, carrying six space tourists into the final frontier.
2026 is the year AI gets practical, says OpenAI
OpenAI has revealed its vision for 2026, emphasizing the practical adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily life.
Realme readies 10,000mAh battery smartphone for India
Realme is set to launch its new smartphone, the Realme P4 Power, in India on January 29.
Can positive thinking make vaccines more effective?
A recent study from Tel Aviv University has revealed that positive thinking can improve the immune response to vaccines.
India's largest battery storage system is now operational
GoodEnough Energy, an Indian start-up, has commenced operations at the country's largest battery energy storage system (BESS) in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Most powerful solar radiation storm since 2003 hits Earth
The National Weather Service's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) is monitoring a powerful solar radiation storm.
AI to judge mental fitness in next-gen suicide pod
Philip Nitschke, the inventor of a controversial suicide pod, is now integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into his device.
OpenAI's first gadget to launch this year: What to expect
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is gearing up to launch its first-ever hardware product in the latter half of 2026.
This giant lamp looks like the iconic Bic Cristal pen
In a unique design twist, Italian brand Seletti has launched a lamp inspired by the iconic Bic Cristal pen.
End of an era! ASUS will no longer make smartphones
Taiwan's ASUS has announced its decision to stop producing new smartphones.
Musk's X open sources Grok-powered algorithm to boost transparency
Elon Musk's social media platform X has officially open-sourced its "For You" feed algorithm.
Over 75% back Musk buying Ryanair in viral X poll
Elon Musk has stirred the social media pot by conducting a poll on whether he should buy Ryanair, Europe's largest low-cost airline.
Amazon Echo Show 11 launched at ₹27,000: Check features
Amazon has launched its latest smart home device, the Echo Show 11, in India. The device was first unveiled globally three months ago.
OpenAI's revenue skyrockets 233% to $20B in 2025
OpenAI, the artificial intelligence (AI) research lab behind ChatGPT, has posted a massive jump in its annual revenue.
Xbox Cloud Gaming could soon go free with ads
Xbox Cloud Gaming, the popular cloud-based gaming service from Microsoft, is rumored to be gearing up for a major expansion.
'Physical AI' becoming $1T industry by 2030: What is it?
HCLTech CEO C. Vijayakumar, referencing analysts' predictions, mentioned that "physical AI" is expected to grow into a trillion-dollar industry by 2030.
EU mandating 'Made in Europe' label for green tech purchases
The European Union (EU) is preparing to introduce "made in Europe" requirements for public procurement of key green technologies.
Musk's xAI building 'elite unit' to recruit top AI talent
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, xAI, is on the hunt for an "elite unit" of talent engineers.
Solar storm alert! X-class flare and CME racing toward Earth
The Sun has unleashed a powerful X-class solar flare, along with a fast-moving coronal mass ejection (CME) headed straight for Earth.
Artemis II mission: How to send your name to Moon
NASA is gearing up for a historic space exploration mission, the Artemis II.
NASA's Antarctic balloon campaign complete: What was the goal?
NASA has successfully concluded a scientific balloon campaign over Antarctica, which began in early December.
Attention! Fake DigiLocker apps can drain your bank accounts
Security researchers have flagged the re-emergence of fake DigiLocker apps on the Google Play Store.
China's new submarine can target US from its home waters
China has unveiled its latest strategic asset, the Type 096 Tang-Class ballistic missile submarine.
Apple to bring OLED displays to iPads, Macs starting 2026
Apple is gearing up for a major transition to OLED display technology in its iPad and Mac product lines between 2026 and 2028.
Stealthy 'GhostPoster' malware siphons data, ad-revenue through fake browser extensions
A sophisticated malware campaign dubbed "GhostPoster" has been targeting users of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.
World's first ice vault opens in Antarctica: What's it for?
A team of European scientists has unveiled the Ice Memory Sanctuary, a unique ice vault in Antarctica. The facility is dedicated to preserving glacier ice cores for research purposes.
ChatGPT now tells how it feels about you (via image)
A new trend is taking over social media, with users sharing AI-generated images of how they think their chatbot perceives them. The trend has raised the question: Is your AI assistant overworked?
Micron warns of 'unprecedented' memory chip shortage due to AI
Micron Technology, a major supplier for NVIDIA, has warned that the ongoing memory chip shortage is worsening.
iPhone 18 Pro leak shows hidden Face ID, advanced cameras
A recent leak has revealed the design and key hardware specifications of Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro.
Google adds 'Answer Now' for faster replies in Gemini app
Google has introduced a new feature, "Answer Now," in its Gemini app.
You can soon participate in group calls on WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow group voice and video calls on its web client.
Why ISRO's Gaganyaan mission faces fresh delays
India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission, the first-ever human spaceflight program, could see a slight delay.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra arriving next month: Check key upgrades
Samsung is gearing up for the launch of its next flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The device is likely to be unveiled as early as next month.
What is ChatGPT Salute? Leak reveals OpenAI's next big feature
OpenAI is said to be testing a major update for its ChatGPT web app.
X lags behind Threads in daily mobile users
Meta's social media platform, Threads, has overtaken Elon Musk's X in terms of daily active users on mobile devices.
China's new 'microscopic scalpel' could revolutionize chip supply chains
Chinese nuclear scientists have developed a state-of-the-art "microscopic scalpel," a high-energy hydrogen ion implanter called POWER-750H.
This is a more eco-friendly way to recycle lithium batteries
Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Beijing Institute of Technology have developed an innovative technique for recycling lithium batteries.
32 light-years: This is the longest stellar jet ever recorded
Astronomers have used the Hubble Space Telescope to observe a massive protostar, 20 times larger than our Sun, illuminating interstellar clouds.
Indian Navy, BEL develop software for operating unmanned ships
The Indian Navy's Weapons and Electrical Engineering Systems Establishment has partnered with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) to create an indigenous software for operating unmanned surface vessels.
'Why should Americans fund AI in India?' Trump aide questions
Peter Navarro, White House trade adviser, has sparked a controversy by questioning why American resources are being used to power artificial intelligence (AI) services in India.
Grok is still accessible in Malaysia despite ban
Despite Malaysia's recent ban on Grok, a generative AI tool capable of creating explicit images, the technology remains accessible in the country.