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Meet UWORLD U1: A humanoid robot built to fight loneliness
China has unveiled UWORLD U1, a revolutionary humanoid robot designed for companionship.
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked teases foldable phones, watches and smarter AI
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2026 will unveil foldable smartphones, AI-powered smartwatches, and advanced Galaxy AI features, alongside potential teasers for its XR device.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro could start as high as ₹149,900
The iPhone 18 Pro is anticipated to launch in India with a starting price potentially reaching Rs 1,49,900, marking a significant increase from the iPhone 17 Pro's Rs 1,34,900.
SEBI warns of 'Boss scam' using impersonated CEO messages
SEBI warns companies about rising "Boss Scam" cases where fraudsters impersonate senior officials via WhatsApp and email to trick employees into transferring funds.
Chris Hadfield posts satellite photo showing wildfire smoke across Earth
Astronaut Chris Hadfield shared a NOAA satellite image showing wildfire smoke stretching across vast regions, emphasizing the scale of environmental impact visible from space.
Apple testing 'Live Notes,' AI system that records customer interactions
Apple is said to be testing a new artificial intelligence (AI) system, dubbed "Live Notes," in select stores.
Xebia launches Xebia Axis to speed data migration for AI
Xebia introduces Xebia Axis, an agentic data foundation solution combining AI agents and human expertise to accelerate enterprise data migrations and enable faster AI adoption.
Major US report finds human-driven warming intensifies extreme weather
Human-driven climate change intensifies extreme heat and rainfall, as highlighted in a landmark US National Academies report on attribution science.
China's UBTECH unveils UWORLD U1 social robot for companionship
China's UBTECH has introduced UWORLD U1, the first mass-produced humanoid companion robot designed to combat loneliness through AI-driven conversations and emotional recognition.
Jeff Bezos backs CuspAI as it raises $450 million for semiconductors
CuspAI, a UK-based AI startup, raised $450 million in Series B funding, led by Jeff Bezos’s fund, to revolutionize material discovery for chipmaking and other industries.
Apple scrapped 2 high-end chips for Mac Pro
Apple developed two new chips, the M2 Extreme and M3 Extreme, for its now-discontinued Mac Pro line-up. However, the company decided not to launch these processors.
WhatsApp lets users connect via usernames without sharing phone numbers
WhatsApp has begun a limited rollout of its much-anticipated usernames feature, allowing select users to connect without sharing phone numbers while maintaining privacy safeguards.
Google confirms YouTube picture-in-picture bug affecting Android, iPhone users
Google has confirmed a bug in the picture-in-picture (PiP) mode of YouTube, affecting both Android and iPhone users.
How AI-altered images are putting birdwatching at risk
The rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini has led to a surge in doctored images of rare birds on wildlife photography forums.
Turning plastic waste into aviation fuel for cheap now possible
China has proposed a new chemical process to convert plastic waste into aviation fuel for cheap, according to a study from the Shanghai Advanced Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Fudan University.
China plans to crash 26 Mach spacecraft into an asteroid
China is gearing up for its first planetary defense mission, a project that is much more ambitious than NASA's Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART).
Google, Apple flag privacy risks in EU's AI assistant rules
The European Commission is taking a closer look at the implications of Google's and Apple's dominance in the smartphone market.
Japan rolls out Do Reimon Box to cool outdoor workers
Japan's Do Reimon Box, a portable cooling booth, rapidly lowers body temperature in minutes, offering relief to outdoor workers facing extreme heat conditions.
DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis says AGI could arrive around 2030
Demis Hassabis reassures skeptics, emphasizing human adaptability and creativity, citing humanity's remarkable achievements as evidence of our potential alongside AGI.
Scientists confirm atmosphere on LHS 1140b, a habitable-zone rocky planet
Scientists have confirmed an atmosphere around LHS 1140b, a rocky planet in the habitable zone 49 light years away, potentially capable of supporting liquid water and life.
Cumberland Infirmary performs 1st robot-assisted surgeries using da Vinci Xi
The Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle successfully performed its first robot-assisted surgeries using 3D vision, enhancing precision and enabling quicker recovery for patients.
Google and Apple warn EU Digital Markets Act risks security
Google and Apple warn that EU’s Digital Markets Act, aimed at expanding rival AI assistant access, could compromise user privacy and device security across Europe.
India wins 4 medals at International Biology Olympiad in Lithuania
India clinched one gold and three silver medals at the 37th International Biology Olympiad 2026 in Lithuania, continuing its stellar performance in global science competitions.
NASA's James Webb telescope finds giant Beta Pictoris d
Astronomers using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have discovered Beta Pictoris d, a giant exoplanet in a nearby star system, through atmospheric chemical fingerprinting.
SpaceX plans to launch its Starship again on July 23
SpaceX, the aerospace company founded by Elon Musk, is gearing up for its 13th test flight of the Starship rocket.
Why China's Moonshot AI has paused new Kimi K3 subscriptions
Chinese start-up Moonshot AI has announced a temporary halt on new subscriptions for its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, Kimi K3.
Alibaba's flagship Qwen 3.8 model rivals Anthropic's Fable 5
Alibaba has launched its latest open-weight AI model, Qwen 3.8, with a whopping 24 trillion parameters.
India 7th at Shanghai IMO, 2 gold and 4 silver
India secured 2 Gold and 4 Silver medals at the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad in Shanghai, achieving a global rank of seven among participants from 117 nations.
Moonshot AI pauses new Kimi K3 signups after demand surge
Moonshot AI has temporarily halted new subscriptions for its advanced Kimi K3 model due to overwhelming demand, prioritizing resources for existing users.
Salamanca school district to deploy Sally for coding robotics AI
A New York school district is introducing Sally, a $57,600 humanoid robot with a Western New York accent, to assist educators in teaching coding and AI to high school students.
Sagar Defence Engineering's Matangi completes 1,500km autonomous voyage
India's advanced AI-driven unmanned surface vessels (USVs) are transforming maritime warfare, enhancing coastal security, reconnaissance, and offensive capabilities.
Skyroot Aerospace plans reusable rocket after Vikram-1 reaches orbit
Skyroot Aerospace is advancing its space ambitions by working on a reusable, larger launch vehicle, expected to debut in a few years after Vikram-1 enters commercial service.
SpaceX plans 13th Starship July 23 to test satellite drop-off
SpaceX plans to relaunch its Starship rocket on July 23 after a last-second abort on July 16, aiming to test its satellite-dispensing system with 20 Starlink satellites.
Google Maps adds live speedometer to Android Auto in beta
After years of anticipation, Android Auto has begun rolling out a live speedometer feature in Google Maps, with initial sightings reported by beta users in Canada.
Pixel Watch bands hit $10 at Amazon and Best Buy
Google’s official Pixel Watch bands are on sale again, with prices starting as low as $10 at Amazon and Best Buy, offering significant savings on various styles and sizes.
Hillsborough meteorite carried amino acids and prebiotic molecules to Earth
Scientists uncovered prebiotic molecules and amino acids inside a rare meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home, offering clues about life's origins in the early solar system.
Google adds Gemini Omni and personal avatars to Google Vids
Google Vids introduces Gemini Omni, enabling users to create and refine videos through natural language. The update also adds Personal Avatars for AI-generated digital personas.
Aadhaar app downloaded over 4cr times, says MeitY
The Aadhaar app has crossed the milestone of four crore downloads, a major achievement in the digital identity services space.
TRAI asks Truecaller to stop using 'frequently blocked' tag
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has asked Truecaller to stop using the "frequently blocked" tag for verified business calls.
Meet Yang Zhilin, the mind behind China's Kimi K3 model
The launch of Kimi K3, a powerful new AI model from China, has put the spotlight on Yang Zhilin.
Alibaba open-sources AI software stack to take on NVIDIA
Alibaba Group Holding's chip design division, T-Head, has announced its decision to open-source its proprietary AI software stack.
3D optical chips can now be produced in just seconds
A team of Chinese scientists has developed a revolutionary method for manufacturing complex three-dimensional (3D) optical chips.
Meet Uday Ruddaraju, OpenAI's new Indian-origin CTO of Compute
OpenAI has appointed Indian-origin tech leader Uday Ruddaraju as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Compute.
How China's low-cost AI models are challenging OpenAI, Anthropic
The global artificial intelligence (AI) race is evolving as Chinese firms make strides with their affordable and customizable AI models.
ChatGPT makes educators' lives 'infinitely more difficult': Author Dave Eggers
Renowned author and McSweeney's founder, Dave Eggers, has slammed OpenAI's ChatGPT for its impact on education.
Facebook, Instagram down for users globally
Facebook and Instagram, two of Meta's most popular social media platforms, are currently experiencing a major outage.
Apple removes AI undressing apps following legal warning
Apple has confirmed the removal of the controversial "nudify" apps from its App Store.
iPhone 18 Pro launch nears: What to know
Apple is gearing up to launch its next iPhone lineup, including the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and a new foldable model.
Google to open-source its 3D emoji collection for developers, creators
In a move to celebrate World Emoji Day, Google has announced that it will open-source its 3D emoji collection.
Google Pixel 11a to feature flagship Tensor G6 processor
Google's upcoming Pixel 11a smartphone could be getting a major performance upgrade with the inclusion of the flagship-grade Tensor G6 processor.
Space payload built by Vellore Institute students launched aboard Vikram-1
The Vellore Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh (VIT-AP University) has successfully launched its first-ever experimental space payload, VISWA-M (VIT Satellite Wavelength Analysis Module).
India's answer to SpaceX wants to launch rockets every month
Skyroot Aerospace, the first Indian private company to successfully launch a rocket into orbit, is now looking at the next phase of its journey.
Having babies in space might be difficult after all
A team of Chinese scientists has found that the process of human reproduction in space is not as easy as one might think.
Chinese MMA match between humanoid robots ends in decapitation
In a shocking turn of events, two humanoid robots fought an MMA match in Shenzhen, China.
TikTok can now be used on government devices in US
The US Department of Justice has lifted the ban on TikTok for government-issued devices, a restriction that was in place since 2022 due to national security concerns.
Apple Music subscription prices increased in India: Check new rates
Apple has raised the subscription prices for its music streaming service, Apple Music, in India.
'Zero delays' for Vikram-1: Skyroot hails India's swift launch approvals
Pawan Kumar Chandana, the CEO of Skyroot Aerospace, has praised India's efficient launch approval process after the successful flight of Vikram-1.
TikTok is testing an AI likeness detection tool
TikTok is testing a new tool that detects artificial intelligence (AI) likenesses, as reported by social media consultant Matt Navarra.
SpaceX in talks with Pentagon for AI computing deal
SpaceX is in talks with the US Department of Defense (DoD) to provide data center capacity worth billions of dollars, according to The Wall Street Journal.
ISRO will now start research on bioastronautics
The Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) have launched a postdoctoral fellowship in bioastronautics.
These Anthropic subscribers will get access to Claude Fable 5
Anthropic has announced that its advanced AI model, Claude Fable 5, will be a permanent feature of its top-tier subscriptions from July 20.
Meta might lease computing power to Anthropic for $10B
Meta Platforms is reportedly negotiating a deal to lease computing power to AI firm Anthropic.
Samsung's Fold8, Flip8 revealed in latest leak
Ahead of its official debut at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, Samsung's upcoming foldables have been revealed in leaked marketing images.
AWS glitch sends bills soaring to up to $1.5 trillion
Amazon Web Services (AWS) customers were recently hit with shockingly high monthly bills, some as high as $1.5 trillion.
India's 1st private orbital rocket, Vikram-1, blasts off to space
The Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, was launched today at 12:06pm.
Patreon won't allow AI bots to scrape content anymore
Patreon, a popular platform for creators, is taking strong action against artificial intelligence (AI) bots scraping its content for training purposes.
San Francisco orders Apple, Google to remove AI undressing apps
San Francisco has ordered tech giants Apple and Google to remove "nudify" apps from their platforms.
How Indonesia's copyright overhaul could impact Google and others
Indonesia is planning to introduce major changes to its copyright law, a move that could have far-reaching implications for tech giants like Google.
Meta AI now alerts parents if teens talk about suicide
Meta has rolled out a new safety feature for teenagers using its AI chatbot.
Google's AI Mode can now help you design and shop
Google has announced a major update to its conversational search experience, AI Mode.
Netflix says around 300 titles used AI
Netflix has revealed that around 300 titles on its platform have leveraged generative AI, mostly during post-production.
Agnikul announces Mission-02 to recover India's first orbital rocket booster
Indian space start-up Agnikul Cosmos has announced its most ambitious project yet, Mission-02.
PM Modi's postcard to fly on India's 1st private rocket
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket will lift off from Sriharikota on July 18, carrying a unique payload: a handwritten postcard by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
India's first private orbital rocket launches tomorrow
Skyroot Aerospace, a leading player in India's burgeoning private space sector, is all set to launch the country's first privately-developed orbital-class rocket.
This robot can dress you without any manual assistance
A joint research team from South Korea's KAIST and Stanford University has developed a revolutionary robotic technology.
Inside India's 1st hydrogen train: How the green engine works
India has entered a new era of clean rail transport with the launch of its first hydrogen-powered train.
Trump Media sells Wall Street faster access to Trump's posts
Donald Trump's media company, Trump Media & Technology Group, has announced a premium service called Truth PSI.
Apple sued over 'Hide My Email' feature
Apple is facing a class-action lawsuit over its "Hide My Email" feature, which is alleged to have misled users about privacy protections.