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Sundar Pichai says computing power shortages could persist through 2027
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai cautions that the AI industry faces ongoing computing capacity constraints, potentially impacting Google's ability to meet customer demands through 2027.
WhatsApp adds chat Reels button for some Android beta users
WhatsApp is testing a feature that allows users to share Instagram Reels directly from the chat attachment menu, simplifying the process for Android beta testers.
Sundar Pichai: AI woven into Google software, people remain essential
Google CEO Sundar Pichai states that AI now impacts nearly all of the company's coding processes, yet fully self-improving AI systems are still a distant reality.
Rocket Lab launches 3 HawkEye 360 satellites for maritime monitoring
Rocket Lab successfully launched three HawkEye 360 satellites into low Earth orbit to gather radio frequency emissions data, enhancing strategic decision-making capabilities.
India plans atmospheric and space science research facility at Chandipur
India plans to establish a dedicated research center in Odisha, enhancing scientific study of atmospheric and space conditions in collaboration with multiple government agencies.
Canva launches Craft AI image generator worldwide with public API
Canva has introduced Craft, its AI image generation model, now accessible worldwide with support for 55 languages and over 30 aspect ratios.
Tech Mahindra partners with SpaceXSI, bringing Grok Build into workflows
Tech Mahindra has announced a partnership with Elon Musk's SpaceXSI.
Pranneta Pujari launches UniqueHuman to tackle chronic migraines with AI
Former Apple executive Pranneta Pujari has launched UniqueHuman, an AI-powered startup aimed at early detection and management of chronic diseases, starting with migraines.
Oura sues Ultrahuman again, targeting Ring Pro sales in US
Smart ring manufacturer Oura has filed another lawsuit against Indian rival Ultrahuman, this time targeting the sales of its Ring Pro in the US.
iPhone Duo teardown reveals complex repairs, more visible display crease
Apple's first-ever foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, has been put through an early teardown.
Sam Altman outlines 3 paths to make AI safer
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has proposed three potential paths for the safe development of artificial intelligence (AI) in a communication with his staff.
OpenAI partners with Polish research institute to improve AI safety
OpenAI has announced a partnership with Poland's NASK National Research Institute to improve artificial intelligence (AI) safety protocols.
Airtel launches ₹200 prepaid pack giving YouTube Premium benefits
Airtel has introduced a Rs 200 OTT top-up pack for prepaid users in India, providing YouTube Premium benefits like ad-free viewing and offline downloads for 28 days.
Google updates Fitbit wearables to auto-detect more than 100 activities
Google claims its updated Fitbit wearables can detect workouts nearly twice as accurately, offering users improved automatic activity tracking and personalized health insights.
With no tasks to complete, AI agents started playing
In a groundbreaking experiment, MIT researchers have discovered that artificial intelligence (AI) agents can create their own challenges when left to explore a virtual environment.
CrowdStrike finds 4 hacking groups used AI to automate attacks
Cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging AI tools to conduct cyberattacks, bypassing safety measures, as revealed by CrowdStrike's study of four hacking groups using AI systems.
Meta's AI can still scrape news sites
Meta's revised business terms for its business accounts have come under fire from legal experts.
Microsoft claims its AI can diagnose patients better than doctors
Microsoft says its artificial intelligence (AI) tool can diagnose medical conditions with up to four times the accuracy of human doctors.
Fitbit Air gets blood pressure and insulin resistance tracking
Google is adding blood pressure and insulin resistance trend tracking capabilities to its Fitbit Air device.
Google Meet expands real-time translation to 63 languages
Google has announced a major update for its video conferencing platform, Google Meet.
After 17 years, Microsoft pulls plug on employee innovation program
Microsoft has announced the closure of The Garage, a series of popular maker spaces where employees worked on experimental projects and developed innovative apps and hardware.
Scientists find Ice Age bovine 'Yak x' at Denisova Cave
Scientists have identified a new Ice Age mammal, closely related to modern yaks, by analyzing ancient DNA from bone fragments found in Siberia's Denisova Cave.
Google adds insulin resistance, blood pressure tracking to Fitbit Air
Google is introducing blood pressure and insulin resistance trend tracking to Fitbit Air, offering new health monitoring features for Google Health Premium subscribers.
Meta sued over failure to crack down on scam ads
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha has sued Meta over its alleged failure to combat scam advertisements on its platforms.
Google adds Gemini AI security to Chrome to spot scams
Google is upgrading Chrome with server-side Gemini AI to detect complex online fraud and introducing new HTTP warnings to alert users of potential risks.
Uber's entire workforce will now use ChatGPT Work
Uber has announced a major expansion of its partnership with OpenAI, the company behind the popular AI chatbot ChatGPT.
OpenAI partners with Poland's NASK research institute for AI safety
OpenAI has joined forces with Poland's NASK National Research Institute to enhance AI safety protocols, addressing concerns over erratic behavior in advanced AI systems.
Spotify is serious about stopping Family Plan sharing
Spotify is cracking down on users who share their Family Plan subscriptions too widely.
OpenAI flaws could let AI agents evade action monitoring
Non-profit evaluators METR and Redwood Research have uncovered vulnerabilities in OpenAI's internal monitoring system.
Kingmi mobile teardown finds removable nano-textured film on iPhone duo
The iPhone Duo's teardown shows its removable matte cover layer, which reduces glare and conceals the inner display crease, revealing a glossy finish underneath.
Eric Schmidt says AI could reduce thousands of corporate roles
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt suggests AI advancements could significantly reduce the need for thousands of workers in large companies by taking over administrative tasks.
YouTube now lets you build your own video feeds
YouTube has announced a major update for its mobile app homepage, introducing a feature called "custom feeds."
Amazon rebrands Kindle Unlimited to Kindle+, adds AI-narrated audiobooks
Amazon has rebranded its Kindle Unlimited subscription service as Kindle+.
Trump says Sundar Pichai persuaded him against renaming Atlantic Ocean
US President Donald Trump has claimed that Google CEO Sundar Pichai advised him against renaming the Atlantic Ocean.
Insta360 launches Mic wireless microphone with customizable e-ink display
Insta360 has introduced its latest wireless microphone globally, featuring a customisable E-Ink display and AI-powered noise cancellation, starting at $139.99.
'Vulnerability tsunami' is coming, Anthropic security chief warns
Jason D. Clinton, the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Anthropic, has warned that the tech industry is headed for a major crisis.
Amazon warns that hackers tried exploiting PHP2Shell bugs before disclosure
Amazon detected exploitation attempts of the PHP2Shell vulnerabilities before public disclosure, urging immediate updates to patched PHP versions to prevent potential attacks.
Pennsylvania woman jailed over fraudulent account she never opened
A woman in Pennsylvania was arrested and jailed for three nights after a fraudulent Cash App account was opened in her name, 404 Media reported.
Northwestern scientists trap single positron for months near absolute 0
Northwestern University scientists have trapped a single positron for months, aiming to investigate why the universe contains more matter than antimatter after the Big Bang.
Personalized mRNA vaccine lowers melanoma recurrence by 42%
Pharmaceutical giants Merck and Moderna have announced a major breakthrough in the fight against melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Apple's iPhone Duo goes on sale today
Apple's first-ever foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, is now available for purchase in India.
Canva launches its 1st image generation model
Canva, the popular design platform, has launched its first-ever image generation model called "Canva Craft."
Canadian researchers find competing states challenge pseudogap-role in copper-oxide superconductors
Scientists have uncovered a hidden rivalry between quantum states in cuprates, advancing our understanding of high-temperature superconductivity and its complex mechanisms.
Sundar Pichai: AI agents are part of his daily routine
Google CEO Sundar Pichai uses AI agents to efficiently track company information, summarizing activities and monitoring internal conversations without extensive manual effort.
MeitY offers IndiaAI Fellowship 2026 up to ₹200,000 for postgrads
The IndiaAI Fellowship 2026 provides financial assistance to students pursuing AI-related studies, offering up to Rs 2 lakh for eligible projects and research.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman pitches 3 paths to control AI
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman presented three proposals for safe AI development, including an international watchdog, a merger of labs, and a third scenario he opposes.
SpaceX aims for 13 GW AI compute capacity by 2027
SpaceX plans to expand its AI computing capacity to 13 gigawatts by the end of 2027, driven by strong demand from major technology companies, according to a UBS report.
Cambridge and GlitterinTech build $10 chip for accurate glucose monitoring
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have created a $10 optical sensor that enables precise health monitoring in wearable devices.
NVIDIA debuts open-source Microducks AI robots at GTC Berlin demo
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang demonstrated AI-trained Microduck robots at the GTC Berlin keynote, highlighting advancements in robotics using simulation software and cloud computing.
NASA's 1961 Explorer 9 measured upper atmosphere despite beacon outage
In 1961, NASA launched Explorer 9 to measure upper atmospheric density. Despite its radio beacon failing, scientists successfully tracked it visually to gather essential data.
Jason Clinton, Anthropic deputy CISO, warns of rising cyber threats
Anthropic's Deputy CISO, Jason D. Clinton, warns that the digital security landscape will worsen significantly and advises companies to brace for impact over the next 18 months.
Apple's 1st-ever foldable iPhone duo sells out in India
Apple's new foldable iPhone Duo has seen its entire first week stock pre-booked in India, with high demand at Apple Stores in Mumbai and New Delhi.
Eric Schmidt says China lagging US AI by 6 months
Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, acknowledges China is six months behind the US in AI but is impressed by its rapid advancements and strategic focus on affordable AI solutions.
OpenAI fires 3 safety researchers after probe over sensitive information
Three OpenAI safety researchers were fired for using disappearing messages on Signal, which the company cited as a breach of trust in handling sensitive information.
SpaceX seeks Starlink mobile access to 80,000 US cell sites
SpaceX is reportedly negotiating access to 80,000 US cell sites to integrate satellite and terrestrial networks, potentially challenging major wireless carriers.
New York issues alert on PHP flaws risking servers, data
New York has issued a warning about critical PHP software vulnerabilities that could lead to unauthorized remote code execution and data access, urging immediate remediation.
Apple's iPhone Duo foldable draws lines, hinge praised, app issues
Apple's iPhone Duo, its first folding phone, has launched with high demand and mixed reviews, marking a significant step into the foldable market.
eMudhra script error exposed AI crackable SSL/TLS keys, Indian probe
A script error in April 2025 led to weak keys at eMudhra, making them vulnerable to AI decryption, cofounder Kaushik Srinivasan explained amid global scrutiny.
Etsy bans AI-generated recipes and crafting patterns to protect reputation
Etsy announced it will prohibit the sale of AI-generated recipes and patterns, aiming to strengthen trust by ensuring transparency and authenticity in its online marketplace.
Australia nominates Katherine Bennell-Pegg as potential 1st astronaut representing Australia
The Australian government has proposed astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg for a 2028 International Space Station mission, marking the first Australian-flagged astronaut in space.
Sony ends Blu-ray player production, UBP-X700/K listed out of stock
Sony has ceased production of its budget 4K Blu-ray player, signaling a retreat from physical media and leaving collectors facing higher costs for quality playback devices.
Samsung One UI 9 update drains S24 and S25 batteries
Samsung's latest One UI 9 update, based on Android 17, is reportedly causing significant battery drain for some Galaxy S24 and S25 users.
US bans dashboard camera, wireless video transmitter using HiSilicon chips
The US telecom agency has barred sales of a dashboard camera and wireless video transmitter containing Huawei HiSilicon chips, citing national security concerns.
OpenAI publicly launches Decisions API built on ChatGPT Luna
OpenAI has released its Decisions API, a competitor to TypeSafe's Jev model, offering faster and cheaper decision-making capabilities to developers worldwide.
IIT Madras announces AI research push with pico centers study
IIT-Madras announced research projects focusing on AI, including a feasibility study for small data centres aimed at providing efficient, frugal solutions across various sectors.
Microsoft's MAI-DxO beats doctors 83% to 36% in science
Microsoft's AI diagnostic system, led by CEO Mustafa Suleyman, surpasses generalist physicians in complex medical cases, marking progress toward "medical superintelligence."
Ex-OpenAI science lead Kevin Weil launches Warp Sciences, raises $215 million
Kevin Weil, former OpenAI science lead, has founded Warp Sciences to automate drug discovery labs with robots, securing $215 million in funding at an $865 million valuation.
AI swarm attack linked to Cairn hits 1,200 e-commerce sites
A Chinese-speaking hacker used AI agents to attack over 100 companies, including John Deere and SharkNinja, highlighting the rising threat of autonomous AI in cybercrime.
eMudhra exits global TLS business after security flaw
Bengaluru-based digital security firm, eMudhra, has announced its exit from the global website authentication certificate business. The company's board made the call on Thursday.
No SIM, no WhatsApp: India's new rule starts January 1
The Indian government's new SIM-binding rules will soon impact users of popular messaging services like WhatsApp and Telegram.
Fortnite finally returns to Australian App Store after court ruling
Fortnite is back on Apple's Australian App Store after a federal court ruling.
Just Eat's AI-images put eggs in cola, fries in muffins!
Just Eat, a popular online food delivery service, had been using AI-generated images to display items that didn't yet have photos, but not all the results were as expected.
Apple must allow third-party app stores and payments in Australia
Apple has been ordered by an Australian Federal Court to allow third-party app stores, direct app downloads, and alternative payment services for its users.
This new humanoid robot can lift a car, fight intruders
China's robotics company Unitree has unveiled its latest creation, the H2-X Kung Fu Legend Guardian.
OpenClaw creator spent whopping $10M on AI tokens last month
Peter Steinberger, the creator of the popular open-source AI agent OpenClaw and a member of the technical staff at OpenAI, has revealed that he spent an eye-watering $10 million on AI tokens last month.
Oura Ring 5 launched in India starting at ₹40,000
Finnish health technology company, Oura, has launched its latest health tracker, the Oura Ring 5, in India.
Why Meta hasn't launched Muse AI in India yet
Meta's new AI assistant, Muse, has already garnered over 10 million users in the US and Canada.
Google Chrome's latest update fixes over 350 security flaws
Google has released a major security update for its Chrome browser, fixing as many as 353 security vulnerabilities.
Bose acquires rival audio brand Skullcandy
Bose, a leader in the consumer audio industry, has announced its acquisition of Skullcandy, a rival audio brand.
Walmart embraces AI agents as Amazon restricts them
Walmart has announced the launch of its own Agent Gateway, a platform designed to facilitate transactions and other features for customers using artificial intelligence (AI) agents.
OpenAI says its AI found critical PHP security flaws
OpenAI has revealed that its artificial intelligence (AI) models played a key role in discovering the critical PHP security flaws, which have been wreaking havoc on websites across the globe.
X's Community Notes missed 93% of false US midterm claims
A recent NewsGuard study has revealed that Community Notes, a crowd-sourced fact-checking system used by X, failed to flag 93.1% of false claims related to the US midterm elections.
Cloudflare sees millions of attacks exploiting newly disclosed PHP flaws
Cloudflare, a leading cloud services provider, has reported millions of attempts to exploit critical vulnerabilities in the PHP programming language.
Meta's Muse app surpasses 10M users as Zuckerberg eyes monetization
Meta's artificial intelligence (AI) app, Muse, has crossed the 10 million user mark.
Airbnb bans checkout chores like washing dishes in new rules
Airbnb has introduced a new policy to make check-outs easier for its guests.
Mark Zuckerberg wants to build social network for AI agents
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has unveiled an ambitious plan to create a massive network of its AI agents, called Muse.
Microsoft introduces pay-as-you-go model for Xbox Cloud Gaming
Microsoft has announced a new pay-as-you-go model for its Xbox Cloud Gaming service, starting at $3.99 for 10 hours of playtime.
Meta to pay New Mexico $25B in Cambridge Analytica case
A New Mexico court has slapped Meta with a whopping $25 billion penalty in a data privacy case linked to the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
Orionid meteor shower peaks tonight: Here's how to watch
The Orionid meteor shower, known for its bright fireball meteors, is set to peak tonight.
EA closes iconic gaming studio BioWare, cuts around 50 jobs
BioWare, the iconic video game studio known for its role-playing games (RPGs) like Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, is shutting down.
How PHP flaw puts millions of websites at risk
Two critical security flaws in PHP, a programming language that powers a large number of websites and web applications, have sent shockwaves through the tech world.
Anthropic's Claude Duet takes on Meta's Muse and OpenAI's Dots
Anthropic has announced a direct competitor to Meta's Muse and OpenAI's Dots.
You can pre-book Temple from November 1
Deepinder Goyal, the founder of Zomato, has announced that pre-orders for his upcoming health tracker, Temple Batch 01, will begin on November 1.