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SAP CEO Christian Klein rebuts saaspocalypse at Sapphire 2026
SAP CEO Christian Klein rebuffs claims of software's demise, asserting that AI agents rely on ERP systems like SAP as the "brain" to provide essential context and process logic.
Microsoft in talks to supply Maia AI chips to Anthropic
Microsoft is in talks with Anthropic to supply its custom Maia AI chips, aiming to bolster its position in the competitive AI hardware market and support Claude's growing demand.
Google Health 5.0 on Android removes Fitbit brand adds widget
Google Health 5.0 is now rolling out on Android, featuring a new Quick Access Widget and officially retiring Fitbit branding from the app icon for a streamlined user experience.
Spotify will let you create AI-generated song remixes
Spotify has announced a licensing deal with Universal Music Group (UMG) to introduce an innovative feature.
Why Starbucks scrapped its AI inventory tool
Starbucks has discontinued its worker-facing artificial intelligence (AI) program, designed to automate inventory counts. The decision comes nine months after the tool was introduced in North America.
Trump delays AI executive order, cites risks to US innovation
US President Donald Trump has postponed the signing of an executive order on artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity.
Starbucks retires North American AI inventory system after 9 months
Starbucks replaced manual inventory counting with AI, but the system faltered, confusing similar milk types and miscounting items, leading the company to revert to human oversight.
Anker's AI chip boosts ANC, voice clarity in new earbuds
Anker has launched its latest Soundcore Liberty Pro earbuds, the Liberty 5 Pro.
Samsung prepares Galaxy Buds Able clip on open ear earbuds
Samsung is reportedly developing the Galaxy Buds Able, clip-on open-ear earbuds designed for comfort and situational awareness, debuting alongside upcoming foldable smartphones.
Take-Two confirms 'Grand Theft Auto VI' release November 19 2026
Take-Two has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, 2026, ending months of speculation about potential delays for the highly anticipated game.
Calgary researchers find massive diagonal magnetic twist within Sagittarius arm
Astronomers have discovered a massive diagonal magnetic twist in the Milky Way, challenging existing models and offering new insights into the galaxy's structure and evolution.
OpenAI and MediaTek AI phone could draw 300-500 million, Kuo says
OpenAI's collaboration with MediaTek aims to develop an AI-focused smartphone, potentially reshaping chip design priorities and enhancing MediaTek's position in the premium market.
'Ring of fire' solar eclipse set for August 12
A rare "ring of fire" solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026.
Spotify unveils AI 'Large taste model' personalizing audio, rewarding creators
Spotify unveiled new AI-powered features, creator subscription options, and exclusive ticket access for Premium users during its 2026 Investor Day presentation.
Texas sues Meta and WhatsApp for allegedly misrepresenting message encryption
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Meta and WhatsApp, alleging misleading claims about encryption strength, while Meta denies accessing users' private messages.
SpaceX delays Starship launch after technical glitch
SpaceX has postponed the launch of its upgraded Starship megarocket due to a technical issue.
SpaceX delays Starship launch after tower arm hydraulic pin stuck
SpaceX postponed its upgraded Starship rocket launch due to a hydraulic pin failure in the tower arm, rescheduling the test flight for Friday amid IPO anticipation.
Mozilla announces Project Nova to redesign Firefox emphasizing privacy controls
Mozilla’s upcoming “Project Nova” redesign introduces rounded UI elements, easier-to-find privacy settings, and customization options, including controls for managing AI features.
Anker launches Liberty 5 Pro earbuds with Thus AI chip
Anker's new Liberty 5 Pro earbuds feature the Thus AI chip, enhancing noise reduction and call clarity, alongside a touchscreen charging case for improved functionality.
Google issues May 2026 Android updates prioritizing security and tools
Google's May 2026 system updates introduce enhanced security, improved account management, and new developer features across Android devices, Wear OS, Auto, TV, and PC platforms.
OpenAI's Codex grows fourfold in India, courts developers with perks
OpenAI is intensifying efforts in India, engaging developers through Codex, partnerships, and hackathons as it competes with rivals like Anthropic in the rapidly growing AI market.
SpaceX aborts Starship V3 launch at Starbase over tank temperature
SpaceX’s upgraded Starship V3 rocket aborted its test flight due to propellant temperature issues, reclassifying the attempt as a “wet dress rehearsal” for a rescheduled launch.
NASA: Airplane-sized asteroid 2026 KF will safely pass May 22
A 67-foot-wide asteroid, 2026 KF, will pass Earth today at a distance of 409,000 miles. NASA confirms no impact risk but continues monitoring for future threats.
North Dakota family discovers rare teenage T. rex 'chunkosaurus' fossil
In 2022, three boys hiking in North Dakota's badlands uncovered a rare fossil, later identified as a remarkably preserved adolescent Tyrannosaurus rex from 67 million years ago.
China, Russia, US pursue long-term bases at lunar south pole
China's methodical lunar strategy, including the International Lunar Research Station near the Moon's south pole by 2035, is advancing faster than NASA's evolving Artemis program.
Pacific Kelvin wave lifts waters 13.5°F, could spark El Nino
Scientists have identified a massive Kelvin wave in the Pacific, with water temperatures soaring 13.5°F above average, fueling fears of one of the worst El Niño events in history.
International law enforcement dismantles 1st VPN used by ransomware gangs
An international coalition shut down First VPN, a service exploited by over 25 ransomware gangs, arresting its administrator and exposing thousands of users tied to cybercrime.
Rocket Lab to launch Synspective radar satellite on Electron rocket
Rocket Lab's Electron rocket will launch Synspective's Strix radar satellite early Friday (May 22) at 5:30 a.m. EDT, providing live coverage starting at 5:00 a.m. EDT.
Google opens Gemini for home inviting makers and developers
Google's Gemini for Home now welcomes hardware makers and service providers, enabling them to integrate advanced AI capabilities into smart home devices and services.
OpenAI's GPT-5.5 outperforms rivals by about 2% in Android Bench
Google’s latest “Android Bench” update ranks GPT 5.5 as the top AI model for Android app development, surpassing Gemini 3.1 Pro and GPT 5.4 with improved performance metrics.
Pentagon moves away from Anthropic Claude, testing OpenAI and Google
The Pentagon is evaluating AI models from OpenAI and Google after dropping Anthropic over supply-chain concerns, aiming to diversify tools for classified military operations.
T-Mobile's live translation beta translates calls in over 80 languages
T-Mobile has launched its network-native AI Live Translation beta, enabling real-time multilingual communication directly over its 5G network without additional apps or software.
OpenAI shapes state AI rules as federal action stalls
OpenAI is spearheading a "reverse federalism" strategy, lobbying for uniform AI safety laws across states like California, New York, and Illinois to shape national policy.
Who was Gopal Trivedi? Scientist honored with Padma Shri 2026
Dr. Gopal Ji Trivedi, a renowned agricultural scientist and former Vice Chancellor of Rajendra Agriculture University, is set to be posthumously awarded the Padma Shri.
Rare Blue Moon appears on May 31
The term "once in a blue moon" refers to something that is extremely rare. However, the truth is that 'blue moons' are not as uncommon as the saying implies.
China's new supply chain curbs worry India's electronics industry
India's electronics manufacturers are on edge over China's new supply chain control measures.
AI may make Nobel Prize-winning discovery by 2027: Anthropic co-founder
Jack Clark, co-founder of Anthropic, has predicted that an artificial intelligence (AI) system will contribute to a Nobel Prize-winning discovery within the next year.
Indian pharma regulator bans injectable cosmetic products
The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has issued a directive prohibiting the use and manufacture of any cosmetic product intended for injection or medical purposes.
OPPO Find X9 Ultra launched at ₹1.7L: Check features
OPPO has launched its latest flagship smartphone, the Find X9 Ultra, in India.
'You all have AI...actual intelligence': Steve Wozniak to grads
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak recently emphasized the superiority of human intelligence over artificial intelligence (AI) during a graduation ceremony at Grand Valley State University in Michigan.
NASA unveils ambitious plan for permanent Moon base
NASA has announced plans for a permanent human settlement on the Moon, called the Moon Base.
'Roblox is gambling site for kids': Child advocates tell FTC
Roblox, the popular gaming platform, is under fire from advocacy groups for allegedly exposing children to risks.
TikTok, YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids: UK regulator
The UK's communications regulator, Ofcom, has flagged TikTok and YouTube as platforms that are "not safe enough" for children.
Anthropic to pay $1.25B/month for xAI's data center
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, has signed a major deal with xAI to buy 300 megawatts (MW) of compute power.
OpenAI says its new AI model solved decades-old geometry conjecture
OpenAI claims that its new general-purpose reasoning model has successfully disproved a famous unsolved conjecture in geometry, the planar unit distance problem.
Airbnb now offers hotels, grocery delivery, and car rentals
Airbnb is expanding its services to include boutique hotels, car rentals, and grocery delivery. The move comes as part of the company's strategy to become a comprehensive travel platform.
YouTube Shorts users can now reimagine videos with AI
Google has announced a new feature for its Shorts platform, allowing users to remix other people's videos using Gemini Omni. The update was revealed at the Google I/O 2026 event.
NVIDIA has 'conceded' China's AI chip market to Huawei: Huang
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has admitted that the company has "largely conceded" China's artificial intelligence (AI) chip market to Huawei.
Why Amazon and other rainforests are under threat
A new report has warned that the Amazon and similar rainforests are nearing a breaking point due to increased resource extraction.
This company is making artificial eggs to resurrect extinct birds
Colossal Biosciences, a Texas-based company, has made a major breakthrough in its quest to resurrect extinct birds like the dodo.
WhatsApp offering access to rival AI chatbots in Europe
Meta Platforms has proposed a plan to provide rival artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, including those from OpenAI, with free access to its messaging service, WhatsApp, in Europe.
DIY fashion lovers, these AI tools are worth trying
If you love making your own clothes, accessories, or custom prints, AI can make DIY fashion projects faster, easier, and more creative.
How to improve your resume writing skills
AI has made resume writing fast and strategic, replacing the slow and uncertain practice.
Daily outfits drama sorted: Use these AI tools
AI is revolutionizing the way people handle their closets by rendering wardrobe organization faster, simpler, and more personalized.
Discord now offers end-to-end encrypted calls to all users
Discord, the popular messaging platform, has announced that it is rolling out end-to-end encryption for voice and video calls to all its users.
Why Google has been sued by an ex-AI engineer
Google is facing a lawsuit from an AI engineer who claims he was wrongfully terminated after protesting the tech giant's work with the Israeli government, The Guardian has reported.
Alibaba unveils new AI chip to rival NVIDIA
Alibaba has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence (AI) chip, the Zhenwu M890, which is three times more powerful than its predecessor, the Zhenwu 810E.
OpenAI co-founder Andrej Karpathy joins Anthropic
Renowned AI researcher Andrej Karpathy has joined Anthropic, a leading player in the artificial intelligence (AI) space.
WhatsApp tests read-and-disappear messages
WhatsApp is said to be working on a new feature that would automatically delete messages after they have been read.
Google just made AI filmmaking much easier with Flow
Google is ramping up its video generation capabilities with the Gemini model, introducing major upgrades to its filmmaker and musician-focused tools.
5 big Gemini upgrades Google just announced
At its annual I/O event, Google announced major updates for its Gemini AI.
Google Search can now track your interests and send alerts
Google has introduced a new feature called "information agents" in its search engine.
Google just turned Maps into a playable AI world simulator
Google DeepMind has integrated its Project Genie with Street View, a move that promises to revolutionize the way we experience virtual environments.
Google's 'Sophie' is an AI agent trying to look human
Google has showcased a new artificial intelligence (AI) avatar, Sophie, in its Mountain View labs.
Google launches $100 'AI Ultra' plan: What does it offer?
Google has announced a major overhaul of its AI subscription plans, including the introduction of a new tier and a price cut for the most expensive one.
Google Play gets an AI assistant for app discovery
Google has announced a major update for its Google Play store at the I/O 2026 event.
Google Antigravity 2.0 agentic coding app debuts: What has changed?
Google has launched the second version of its agentic coding app, Antigravity 2.0.
This is how Samsung, Google's Android XR smartglasses will look
At the I/O 2026 event, Samsung and Google teased their upcoming Android XR smart glasses.
Google's new 'Universal Cart' will make your online shopping easier
Google has launched a new tool called Universal Cart, designed to simplify online shopping.
Google's Circle to Search can now detect AI-generated images
Google is expanding its artificial intelligence (AI) detection capabilities with the update of SynthID, its proprietary watermarking system.
Google revamps its Gemini AI app: Check what's new
At its annual I/O developer conference, Google unveiled a series of updates for its Gemini app.
Google Search gets its biggest makeover since its inception
Google has announced a major overhaul of its Search platform, introducing an AI-powered "intelligent search box." This is the biggest change to the platform since its launch over 25 years ago.
Google launches AI design app 'Pics' to challenge Canva
Google has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) design and image generation app called 'Pics.'
Google AI Studio now lets you create apps in minutes
Google has announced a major update to its web-based AI Studio, giving users the ability to create native Android apps in just a few minutes.