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Reddit's Steve Huffman urges fairer system amid Google's AI overviews
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman has criticized Google's AI Overviews, arguing they fail to benefit publishers as concerns grow over declining search traffic and strained partnerships.
Alibaba to release Qwen3.8-Max next week with 2.4T parameters
Alibaba has introduced Qwen3.8-Max, its largest AI model with 2.4 trillion parameters, closely rivaling Moonshot AI's Kimi K3 and excelling in text and visual analysis globally.
Thibault Sottiaux says Google withheld LMChat over search concerns
An OpenAI employee revealed that Google developed a chatbot similar to ChatGPT a year earlier but withheld its release, fearing it could disrupt its search business.
Apple MacBook Air faces severe supply shortage amid memory crunch
Apple's latest M5 MacBook Air is facing severe supply shortages, primarily due to a global shortage of memory and storage components.
Apple is developing smart glasses to track your health
Apple is reportedly working on a new pair of non-AR smart glasses, after abandoning plans to expand the Vision Pro into a health platform.
Total solar eclipse sweeps across mainland Spain August 12 2026
For the first time in over a century, a total solar eclipse will darken parts of Spain, Iceland, and Greenland on August 12, offering a breathtaking celestial spectacle.
NASA astronaut Anil Menon shares crater lake photos from ISS
NASA astronaut Anil Menon captured Crater Lake's beauty and wildfire smoke from the ISS, reflecting on his personal connection to the region and those affected by the fires.
Google's August 12 event reveals Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 5
Google's Pixel 11 launch event is set for August 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET in New York. Expect new phones, wearables, and exciting software announcements.
Sam Altman urges slower AI development after Hugging Face breach
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman advocates for pacing AI development, following a recent hack involving an OpenAI model breaching Hugging Face’s systems, sparking industry-wide caution.
NASA to study Sun's corona and Earth's atmosphere during eclipse
NASA plans a groundbreaking campaign during the 2026 solar eclipse, using aircraft and balloons to study the Sun's corona and Earth's atmospheric changes in unprecedented detail.
Oregon State University develops noninvasive AI camera to track bumblebees
Scientists at Oregon State University developed affordable AI-powered cameras to monitor bumblebee populations, offering a non-invasive alternative to traditional lethal traps.
Pocketbyte modular mini computer packs ESP32-S3, 8MB, 2.8-inch display
Pocketbyte, a credit card-sized modular computer powered by an ESP32-S3 processor, offers endless customization for music playback, gaming, and retro-style productivity.
IRCTC's new website makes Tatkal ticket booking faster
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has made significant improvements to its beta website, resulting in faster Tatkal ticket bookings.
India has 12 semiconductor units with $20B investment: Ashwini Vaishnaw
India's semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem is entering a new phase, with 12 units and an investment of around $20 billion.
India's data center capacity projected to hit 3.6GW by 2030
India's data center capacity is projected to grow to around 3-3.6 gigawatts (GW) by 2030, according to a report cited by Axis Capital.
Skyroot to build its own launch pad after historic mission
Indian space start-up Skyroot Aerospace has announced plans to construct its own launch pad.
Why August 12 could be greatest skywatching day in years
Skywatchers across North America and Europe should mark their calendars for August 12.
Rare star system discovered in Magellanic Bridge
An international team of astronomers, led by researchers from the Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), has discovered a rare star system in the Magellanic Bridge.
Sam Altman's ChatGPT podcast idea for kids sparks debate
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sparked a debate by suggesting parents use ChatGPT to create personalized podcasts for their children during school runs.
Crime novel deal worth $2M collapses over AI writing doubts
A major publishing deal for a debut crime novel has fallen through due to questions over the possible involvement of artificial intelligence (AI) in its writing.
This UK government agency has suffered a data breach
The UK Government Investments (UKGI), the public body responsible for managing state investments in companies such as Channel 4 and the Post Office, has suffered a data breach.
Blackouts in China might become a thing of the past
China is planning to leverage quantum technology, including precision sensors and computer simulations, to bolster its power grid and prevent blackouts.
This AI algorithm tracks illicit crypto transactions with 90% accuracy
Researchers from China's national police academy have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system capable of detecting illicit cryptocurrency transactions with nearly 90% accuracy.
OpenAI's unreleased Astra model solves 10 long-standing math problems
OpenAI has announced that its unreleased artificial intelligence (AI) model, Astra, has solved 10 long-standing mathematical problems.
xAI's request to block ban on AI undressing apps denied
A US District Judge has denied tech company xAI's request to block a Minnesota law banning apps that allow users to "nudify" images.
This key can help you stop mindless app scrolling
Autonomous Key, a new NFC key, is revolutionizing the way we deal with distracting apps.
Worrying: OpenAI says more of its AI agents went rogue
OpenAI has uncovered more cases of autonomous agents breaking free from their constraints, as it continues to investigate the recent hacking incident at Hugging Face.
You can soon watch, listen to viral Reddit posts
Reddit has announced a planned feature called "video Reddit," which will permit users to watch videos from the platform, and also listen to the posts in the background. Testing will begin later this year.
WhatsApp will soon have a separate folder for business messages
WhatsApp is testing a new feature to declutter user inboxes by creating a separate folder for messages from large businesses.
How China's Moonshot AI has access to NVIDIA chips
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) company Moonshot AI has struck a computing deal with Alibaba Group.
Key subsystems of Bharatiya Antariksh Station are now being designed
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has officially started designing key subsystems for the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS), India's first indigenous space station.
This concept might be the 1st truly bezel-less smartphone
Chinese smartphone manufacturer Tecno is gearing up to showcase its latest tech marvel at the IFA 2026.
China is winning AI race despite chip curbs: Jefferies
China is emerging as the strongest long-term contender in the global artificial intelligence (AI) race, as per global brokerage firm Jefferies.
OnePlus N6x debuts in India at ₹19,000: Check specs
OnePlus has expanded its affordable smartphone range in India with the launch of the OnePlus N6x. The device joins the recently launched OnePlus N6 and comes with a host of impressive features.
Apple's AI won't stay free for everyone
Apple CEO Tim Cook has hinted at the possibility of a new paid tier for iCloud Plus, specifically targeting users who heavily rely on artificial intelligence (AI).
China's MiniMax unveils AI video model 70% cheaper than rivals
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) firm MiniMax has launched a new video-generation model, the H3.
ISRO opens 746 jobs as staff shortage hits 25-year high
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched a massive recruitment drive, opening applications for 746 positions.
Why Chinese military researchers are using US AI models
Chinese military researchers have been using outputs from leading US artificial intelligence (AI) models developed by OpenAI and Anthropic.
Australia's social media ban for teens has failed, says study
Australia's groundbreaking ban on social media for kids under 16 has largely failed, a recent study by the country's internet regulator, eSafety, revealed.
Google patched more Chrome bugs in June than last 2-years
Google has announced that it fixed more security flaws in its Chrome browser last month than the total number of bugs patched in the last two years.
You can now add notes to songs on Spotify
Spotify has launched a new feature called "User Notes," allowing users to personalize their playlists by adding notes to individual tracks.
Is Anthropic a 'supply-chain risk'? US judge says otherwise
A US district judge said during a hearing yesterday that the Donald Trump administration has not provided sufficient evidence to classify AI firm Anthropic as a 'supply-chain risk.'
Chip shortages could delay iPhones and Macs, Apple warns
Apple has reported a record-breaking quarter, with revenue hitting nearly $110 billion for the June quarter, a 16% increase year-on-year.
OpenAI's latest AI models just got up to 80% cheaper
OpenAI has announced a major price cut for two of its latest artificial intelligence (AI) models, the GPT-5.6 Terra and Luna. The move comes roughly three weeks after their public debut.
Google's new AI controls humanoid robots from feet to fingertips
Google has unveiled the latest iteration of its Gemini Robotics artificial intelligence (AI) model, which can now control an entire humanoid robot.
Leak reveals Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold ahead of launch
Known tipster Evan Blass has leaked marketing renders of the upcoming Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold, ahead of the company's next hardware event.
LinkedIn lets users report posts that 'seem like AI slop'
In a bid to tackle the growing issue of AI-generated content, LinkedIn has introduced a new feature.
Meta India head booked over AI-generated videos of PM Modi
The Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police have registered two cases against Arun Srinivas, the head of Meta India, and several Facebook and Instagram accounts over AI-generated morphed content targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests.
Anthropic's Claude AI hacked 3 companies during cyber tests
Anthropic has revealed that its AI models compromised the systems of three unnamed organizations during cybersecurity assessments.
EU investing $11.5B in AI gigafactories to rival US, China
The European Union (EU) has announced a funding plan of €10 billion ($11.5 billion) for the construction of seven artificial intelligence (AI) gigafactories.
Meet Devendra Singh Chaplot, xAI veteran turned Sarvam advisor
Indian AI start-up Sarvam has appointed Devendra Singh Chaplot as its new advisor.
Sarvam Epoch 2026: Saras V4, Bulbul-V4, Kaze smart glasses showcased
Indian AI start-up Sarvam held its inaugural Epoch conference in Bengaluru today.
India now Claude's 2nd-largest market: How are people using it?
Anthropic, the AI company behind Claude, has revealed that India is the second-largest user of its technology.
Sarvam Code AI agent is here: How it helps you?
Sarvam Code, a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool, has been introduced today.
Samsung warns chip shortage will last until 2028
Samsung Electronics has warned that the ongoing chip shortage is likely to worsen and continue until 2028.
Google to help Android developers identify younger users worldwide
Google is all set to expand its Play Signal API, a tool that helps Android developers identify younger users and create safer, age-appropriate experiences.
Sarvam launches platform to build India-centric AI models
Bengaluru-based start-up Sarvam has launched a new platform, Epoch Builder Edition.
What's new in Apple's upcoming iPhone Air 2?
Apple's next ultra-thin smartphone, the iPhone Air 2, is set to launch in 2027.
Qualcomm to raise chip prices from September 1
Qualcomm has announced its decision to raise prices on all its processors from September 1.
A SpaceX rocket is about to crash into Moon
A retired piece of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is set to crash into the Moon, creating a new crater. It will hit the lunar surface on August 5.