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StepFun unveils 1st mass-market agentic StepX Neo with Step Amoo
StepFun has introduced StepX Neo, the first mass-market agentic smartphone featuring an offline AI assistant capable of executing complex tasks across apps with minimal user input.
Thiruvananthapuram's HEX20 launches 2nd KOYO satellite on SpaceX Transporter-17 mission
Thiruvananthapuram-based spacetech startup HEX20 successfully launched its second satellite, KOYO, for Taiwan's National Central University aboard SpaceX's Transporter-17 mission.
SSI Mantra enables remote heart surgery, costs about ₹5cr
India's SSI Mantra platform reduces hospital investment and per-procedure costs, making robotic cardiac surgeries more accessible for underprivileged patients.
Fitbit Air receives 1st firmware update that installs in minutes
Google has released the first post-launch firmware update for Fitbit Air, bringing bug fixes, general improvements, and enhanced exercise tracking features to the wearable device.
Radio telescopes in Spain detect erythrose in Milky Way cloud
Astronomers have detected erythrulose, a natural sugar found in raspberries, floating in a massive molecular cloud near the Milky Way’s center.
India launches ₹15,000cr AS-HAPS project for 20km surveillance airships
India is developing indigenous stratospheric airships for persistent surveillance, with government funding and private sector participation driving innovation.
OSFI warns Canadian banks and insurers of AI cyber risks
Canada's banking regulator cautioned financial institutions about Anthropic's Claude Mythos, highlighting its potential to amplify cybersecurity threats and reduce response times.
US considers regulating open source AI over national security concerns
The US is exploring a capability-based framework for releasing advanced open-source AI models as cheaper, increasingly capable Chinese alternatives gain traction in global markets.
Apple shifts AI focus to Google after suing OpenAI
Apple’s lawsuit against OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft signals a growing rift, likely pushing Apple to strengthen its AI partnership with Google and its Gemini models.
Apple launches iOS 27 public beta with revamped Siri AI
Apple's revamped Siri AI, featuring "personal context," is now available for public beta testing on iOS 27, offering a promising upgrade after years of underwhelming performance.
India's Cert-In develops open-source AI sandbox for public-sector cybersecurity testing
India's Cert-In is leveraging an indigenous platform with open-source AI models to identify cyber vulnerabilities, as cyberattacks in the country doubled to 2.9 million in FY26.
South Korean researchers build liquid metal robot splitting and reforming
Scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking liquid robot that mimics living cells, capable of splitting, merging, and squeezing through tiny gaps using magnetic control.
Samsung Health requires consent for AI training or syncing ends
Samsung Health's new policy forces users to choose between allowing their health data for AI training or losing sync capabilities and having their data deleted.
Google updates refresh Play Store and add EU AI tags
Google's July 2026 system updates introduce improved content layouts for large screens, enhanced work profile setup APIs, and AI image labeling in the EU across supported devices.
Arizona State University study suggests rock-vapor clouds and magma oceans
Sub-Neptunes, mysterious exoplanets larger than Earth, may host vaporized rock clouds and scorching magma oceans due to extreme heat trapped by mineral-rich atmospheric insulation.
Apple sues OpenAI alleging Chang Liu took confidential product documents
Apple alleges a former employee exploited a zero-day authentication vulnerability to access confidential files after joining OpenAI, sparking a legal battle over trade secrets.
Researchers invent WE-PPD paint-on electrode with 95.1% consistency when sweating
Researchers developed a biocompatible paintable electrode that tracks biometrics like heart rate and muscle activity, offering flexibility, comfort, and sweat resistance.
Google Pixel 11 series clears FCC certification ahead of launch
Google's Pixel 11 series, excluding the Pro Fold, has surfaced in FCC filings with five model numbers, revealing network capabilities and a switch to MediaTek modems.
WhatsApp now lets you operate multiple accounts on Business app
WhatsApp has introduced a new multi-account feature for its Business app on Android.
This Chinese breakthrough might boost AI speed by 100 times
Chinese researchers have made a major breakthrough in artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
Why UK shut down its largest community solar farm
UK's largest community solar project has been temporarily shut down by the government's energy system operator.
Meta expands Louisiana AI data center, investment crosses $50B
Meta has announced a major expansion of its Hyperion data center project in Richland Parish, Louisiana. The facility will now be a 5GW powerhouse with an estimated cost of over $50 billion.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 9, Ultra 2 leaked ahead of launch
Ahead of their official unveiling at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, a new leak has revealed major specifications of Samsung's upcoming smartwatches - the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
CERT-In builds AI war room to bolster cyber defence
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has established an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered "war room." The initiative is aimed at bolstering India's cybersecurity capabilities.
Bengaluru startup's software-defined motors could cut India's rare earth dependence
Bengaluru-based start-up Vimag Labs has developed a software-defined motor technology that does away with the need for rare earth magnets.
Why India is planning to ditch BMI
In a major shift in its public health strategy, India will replace Body Mass Index (BMI) with Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) in its fight against obesity, as per Mint.
Modi government mulls common rules for usernames across messaging platforms
The Indian government is considering a unified regulatory framework for username-based identities on messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal, as per Moneycontrol.
SpaceX's Starship Flight 13 launches July 17: What to expect
SpaceX is gearing up for the 13th integrated flight test of its Starship rocket, with liftoff planned for July 17 between 5:15 am and 6:45 am IST.
India-specific pricing for Claude AI revealed, starts at ₹2,000/month
Anthropic, the company behind the Claude AI assistant, has unveiled India-specific pricing for its subscription plans.
Sony launches open-ear wireless earbuds at ₹19,000
Sony has launched its latest wireless earbuds, the LinkBuds Clip, in India.
Wireless power transmission might become a reality on the Moon
Chinese scientists are considering the possibility of realizing Nikola Tesla's vision of wireless electricity transmission, but on the Moon.
This popular song on the radio might be AI-generated
Josh Fawaz, an Australian music producer, has gone from obscurity to fame in just a few months.
GPT-5.6 beats Claude Fable 5, OpenAI calls it 'big milestone'
OpenAI has announced a major victory over its competitor, Anthropic, with the launch of its latest AI model, GPT-5.6 Sol.
Centre reviewing Meta's response over child abuse content on Instagram
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is reviewing Meta's response over alleged advertisements and content promoting or facilitating child sexual exploitation and abuse material (CSEAM) on Instagram.
Memory chip shortage to peak in 2027, warns SK Hynix
SK Hynix CEO Kwak Noh-jung has warned that the global memory chip market will face unprecedented supply shortages in 2027.
Leak reveals Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold's design
Ahead of its official launch on August 12, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has been spotted in a new "Pine" color.
How Apple's failed car project helped create its AI chips
Apple's failed self-driving car program has indirectly contributed to the development of its powerful AI chips, according to a report by Mark Gurman in his latest Power On newsletter.
Apple Pencil models to get battery replacement feature
Apple is working on a new range of Apple Pencil stylus accessories, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Apple's M7 Ultra chip to support 1.5TB RAM
Apple is said to be working on an advanced M7 Ultra chip for its Mac devices, according to a Bloomberg report.
Anthropic extends Fable 5 trial for paid subscribers
Anthropic has announced an extension of access to its Mythos-class flagship model, Claude Fable 5, for most paid subscription plans (Pro, Max, Team, and premium seat-based Enterprise).
Experimental treatment trial for Ebola patients begins in Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has begun a groundbreaking clinical trial to test two experimental drugs for treating Ebola.
Starship to launch with Starlink V3 satellites on July 17
SpaceX is gearing up for the 13th flight test of its powerful Starship rocket.
Data center constructions to face mounting delays through 2027
The global data center construction industry is facing major challenges, with project delays and cancellations on the rise.
Europe to witness first total solar eclipse in 3 decades
On August 12, 2026, Europe will witness its first total solar eclipse in nearly three decades.
OpenAI is now prioritizing family-friendly features in its AI products
OpenAI, the company behind the popular AI language model ChatGPT, is expanding its focus from individual users to families.
Apple dominates AI smartwatch market, accounting for nearly 90%
Apple has taken the lead in the artificial intelligence (AI) smartwatch market, accounting for nearly 90% of all Edge AI-capable smartwatch shipments in Q1 2026.
This wearable dopamine patch can help you track depression
Scientists from China's Shenyang Institute of Automation have developed a "rapid and ultrasensitive" wearable sensor to monitor dopamine levels.
India to enhance AI computing power, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
India is gearing up to enhance its artificial intelligence (AI) computing power, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced.
White House names Harvard astrophysicist to lead UFO investigation panel
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has been appointed as the head of the White House's newly formed Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) Science Advisory Council.
Microsoft, Amazon, Google's carbon emissions are equivalent to a country
Microsoft, Amazon, and Google have seen their carbon emissions rise by nearly 20% in the last year.
WhatsApp will soon let you pin channel updates on iOS
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that would let channel admins pin specific updates at the top of their interface.
Calls from '1600' number series can't be blocked, says TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has clarified that phone calls originating from the 1600 number series cannot be blocked by any app.
Will India ban social media usage for teens?
India is considering age-based restrictions on social media platforms, a move that has gained momentum after Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Australia's efforts in this direction.
Disney+ may launch free streaming tier to boost viewership
Disney+ is reportedly exploring the idea of a free streaming tier, according to Business Insider.
Meta's new tool fails to identify cropped AI images
Meta's latest artificial intelligence (AI) detection tool, unveiled this week with its image-generation model Muse Image, has faltered in identifying some of its own AI-generated images after they were cropped.
Pentagon releases videos of unidentified objects, nuclear site incident
The Trump administration has released its fourth batch of declassified records on unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs).
Don't like AI? Don't use it: Instagram head to users
Instagram head Adam Mosseri has said that if users don't like artificial intelligence (AI), they shouldn't have it in their feed.
These human-like robot hands can feel touch and wash themselves
Norwegian humanoid robotics company, 1X, has unveiled a major upgrade for its Neo robot.
Western Ghats could become India's major carbon sink by century-end
A recent study by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, has revealed that the Western Ghats could emerge as one of India's major natural carbon sinks by the end of this century.
OpenAI, Google sold AI models to blacklisted Chinese firms
OpenAI and Google have been selling their advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models to Singapore-based subsidiaries of Chinese companies on a Pentagon blacklist.
Japan's reusable rocket launched and landed successfully
Japan's space agency, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), has successfully tested its prototype reusable rocket.
This free AI agent can do work of multiple scientists
A team of researchers from Stanford University has developed an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) agent, Biomni.
This Chinese humanoid robot just performed a keyhole surgery
In a groundbreaking development, scientists at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) have successfully used a Chinese-made humanoid robot to perform keyhole surgery.
Meta pulls controversial Muse Image feature from Instagram
Meta has removed a controversial artificial intelligence (AI) feature from Instagram, following widespread criticism.
Telegram responds to Indian government's notice over controversial username feature
Telegram has responded to the Indian government's notice regarding its controversial 'username' feature.
UAE can now easily get NVIDIA's AI chips
The United States has relaxed its export controls on the United Arab Emirates (UAE), making it easier for companies in the region to access advanced computing items.
US cybersecurity agency had no response plan for data breach
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) of the United States has admitted to not having a pre-prepared response plan for a major cybersecurity incident in May.
You can now customize weekly 'Release Radar' playlist on Spotify
Spotify is giving its users more control over their musical experience by introducing new customization options for its popular weekly playlist, Release Radar.
SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket has now flown for 35th time
SpaceX's Falcon 9 first stage has just made history by completing its 35th successful flight.
EU says Facebook, Instagram's 'addictive design' breaks law
A preliminary EU investigation has found Meta in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) due to the "addictive" design features of Instagram and Facebook.
NASA chief says agency has images of unexplained UFOs
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has revealed that the agency has captured images of unidentified objects, which remain unexplained by scientists.
Deepinder Goyal's Temple brain wearable may cost ₹72,000
Temple, the brain wearable developed under Continue Research, a research initiative funded by Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal, is expected to be priced at around ₹72,000, as per India Today.
China successfully lands reusable rocket for first time
China has successfully tested an experimental rocket retrieval system, using a net attached to a sea platform.
ISRO conducts successful parachute test for Gaganyaan mission
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted a major test of the main parachutes for the crew module of its Gaganyaan program.
SpaceXAI, Stability AI sued over AI-generated CSAM deepfakes
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) firm, SpaceXAI, and Stability AI have been slapped with a class-action lawsuit.