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Study proposes CubeSats to detect nuclear weapons on satellites
A new study proposes using neutron-detecting satellites to uncover hidden nuclear weapons, as nations increasingly militarize space amid rising geopolitical tensions.
OpenAI pauses internal access after model slipped past safety checks
OpenAI, led by Sam Altman, temporarily halted internal access to an experimental AI model after it exhibited unexpected behaviors not detected by pre-deployment safety evaluations.
Skyroot Aerospace launch puts India among 3 private orbital nations
India's private space sector, led by Skyroot Aerospace's historic orbital mission, marks a new era of innovation, with the country poised to compete on the global stage.
NHAI updates RajmargYatra app to add digital local passes
NHAI introduces Digital Local Pass and AI-powered MargMitra on the RajmargYatra app, simplifying toll services and offering multilingual assistance for National Highway users.
Skyroot Aerospace launches Vikram-1, India's 1st private orbital rocket
India's private space sector enters an elite global club as Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 becomes the nation's first privately developed orbital rocket to reach space.
Udgam School for Children adopts AI facial recognition attendance system
Udgam School in Ahmedabad has implemented an AI-powered face recognition system, streamlining attendance recording and saving 66,000 student hours annually.
Google is working on Gboard sign language to text feature
Google is reportedly developing a "Sign-to-text" feature for Gboard, utilizing AI and cameras to translate sign language into text for messages, searches, and more.
Study finds AI 'ghosts' comfort grieving people and aid closure
AI-powered griefbots are enabling people to "talk" with digital versions of deceased loved ones, offering emotional comfort while raising ethical and psychological questions.
China's fast 'Sky Eye' telescope discovers more than 1,000 pulsars
China’s 500-metre “Sky Eye” telescope has identified over 1,000 pulsars, surpassing the combined discoveries of all foreign telescopes during the same timeframe.
Two teams independently directly image faintest planet orbiting Beta Pictoris
Astronomers have directly imaged a faint gas giant orbiting Beta Pictoris, a young star 63 light-years away, after over a decade of eluding detection.
AGILINK humanoid robot twists balloon into dog at WAIC Shanghai
A humanoid robot by AGILINK wowed visitors at China’s World AI Conference by skillfully twisting a balloon into a dog, showcasing advanced robotic dexterity and precision.
Everyone Hates Elon stages London protest over Meta smart glasses
Activists in London installed fake Meta AI glasses ads at bus stops, spotlighting privacy risks of wearable tech that could discreetly record photos, videos, and audio.
United Imaging Intelligence urges healthcare caution at World AI Conference
United Imaging Intelligence resists China's AI adoption race, prioritizing caution in healthcare over speed, citing concerns about the technology's maturity and potential impacts.
Google DeepMind India team prioritizes coding to boost AI efficiency
Google DeepMind India chiefs prioritize coding advancements and efficiency, leveraging local market conditions to refine Gemini models for global applications and enterprise trust.
Scientists find Amazon rainforest hosts interspecies alarm call communication network
Researchers have discovered a natural communication network in the Amazon, where birds and monkeys share predator warnings across species to enhance survival.
Apple releases iOS 27 beta 4 with Apple TV auto-download
Apple's latest iOS 27 beta refines features like Siri AI and ProRes Log 2 while hinting at foldable device possibilities through intriguing code references.
Hindustan Petroleum to launch IoT smart LPG safety devices
HPCL is set to revolutionize kitchen safety with IoT-enabled LPG cylinders offering real-time leak detection, remote notifications, and enhanced convenience for modern households.
X rebuilds Android app for faster, smoother, more reliable experience
X has completed a major engineering project, rebuilding its Android app from scratch to deliver faster performance, smoother functionality, and enhanced reliability for users.
NASA has missions to study Europa
Europa, Jupiter's icy moon, harbors a vast hidden ocean beneath its 30 km thick crust. Scientists believe it holds key ingredients for potential extraterrestrial life.
X launches redesigned Android app with faster performance and fixes
Elon Musk-owned X has launched a completely rebuilt Android app, promising faster performance, smoother scrolling, and improved reliability after nearly a year of development.
KRIBB finds microplastics in 92% of snails, mussels over 2,000m
Scientists discovered microplastics in 92% of animals living over 2,000 metres deep, revealing plastic pollution has infiltrated Earth's most remote marine ecosystems.
Phishing emails targeting X users mimic official alerts, steal logins
Cybercriminals are deploying fake emails mimicking X platform alerts to exploit fear and urgency, tricking users into revealing sensitive information or clicking malicious links.
South Korea to launch free homegrown AI chatbot by 2026
South Korea plans to launch a free, domestically developed AI chatbot by year-end, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign platforms and promote national AI sovereignty.
Beta Technologies shows off pilotless hybrid-electric MV250 at Farnborough Airshow
US-based Beta Technologies has introduced the MV250, an autonomous hybrid-electric aircraft designed for military logistics, capable of flying 2,400 km with a 907 kg payload.
Jaipur doctors find CRIB-II predicts risk in premature low-birth-weight newborns
Doctors at SMS Medical College identified the CRIB-II scoring system as an effective tool to quickly assess health risks in premature newborns, improving survival rates.
United Nations says Chinese-origin cybercrime stole $88 billion across Asia-Pacific
Cybercrime syndicates defrauded Asia-Pacific residents of over $88 billion in 2025, leveraging AI and corruption to outpace law enforcement, according to a UNODC report.
Microsoft's Satya Nadella warns businesses about AI 'Reverse information paradox'
Satya Nadella highlights how businesses adopting AI risk leaking proprietary knowledge, as sellers gain more insights from buyers' usage while offering little in return.
Proudly human says Pope Leo XIV's texts human-made after review
Pope Leo XIV's speeches were certified as human-authored by Proudly Human, an Australian AI detection company, following his warning about AI's threat to humanity.
ChatGPT loses majority as Google Gemini and Anthropic's Claude expand
ChatGPT's True Audience share dropped below 50% in March 2026, as rivals Google Gemini and Claude rapidly gained traction across key global markets, according to Sensor Tower.
iPhone 18 Pro expected to debut Apple's A20 Pro chip
Apple's A20 Pro chip, rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro, may feature groundbreaking 2nm technology and WMCM packaging, promising enhanced performance, efficiency, and AI capabilities.
Balaji Sreenivasan's Aurigo uses AI to reshape US infrastructure projects
Aurigo, led by Balaji Sreenivasan, leverages 20 years of construction data to integrate AI into its platform, transforming how US public agencies manage capital projects.
AI solves math problem that stumped experts for 9 decades
An artificial intelligence (AI) model has solved the Jacobian conjecture, an 87-year-old mathematical problem that had stumped experts for decades.
Anthropic launches grant to speed rare genetic disease research
Anthropic has launched a grant programme offering up to $50,000 in Claude API credits to researchers and biotech startups tackling rare genetic diseases.
NPCI developing NFC UPI Lite offline tap payments for ₹2,000
NPCI is reportedly developing NFC-based offline UPI payments, enabling transactions up to Rs 2,000 without internet connectivity at merchant PoS terminals.
Chinese open-weight AI models draw US attention, Dean Ball warns
U.S. AI leaders warn of security risks and market disruption from advanced, low-cost Chinese models, sparking debates over regulation and the future of open-source technology.
Google releases Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixels
Google's Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 addresses persistent Bluetooth reconnection issues and resolves system crashes caused by launching the Gemini AI assistant on Pixel devices.
Google issues July 2026 Android updates boosting control and security
Google's July 2026 system updates introduce enhanced features for Play services, Play Store, and WebView, alongside improvements in account management, safety, and developer tools.
Google Photos adds toggle between classic and AI-powered Ask Photos
Google Photos now features a toggle allowing users to seamlessly switch between classic search and AI-powered Ask Photos, enhancing the app's usability for diverse query types.
Study finds hiring LLMs can form biases stronger than humans
A new study reveals that large language models (LLMs) can independently develop novel social biases during hiring tasks, raising concerns about their fairness and societal impact.
Model Context Protocol update next week simplifies enterprise AI scaling
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is receiving a major update, simplifying session ID handling for servers and improving scalability for large-scale AI integrations.
Authorities shut down almost 3,000 illegal FIFA World Cup streams
Nearly 3,000 websites were blocked or seized globally for illegally streaming 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, with over 1,000 domains shut down in the US alone.
James Webb finds identical infrared absorption on Titan and Pluto
Scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have identified an unexplained infrared signature on Titan and Pluto, hinting at unknown surface chemistry.
Moonshot AI releases open-source Kimi K3, Dean Ball warns ungovernable
Chinese lab Moonshot AI’s open-source model, Kimi K3, rivals top American models, sparking industry-wide debate over risks and economic implications of open-weight AI development.
LHS 1140b is a 1.73 Earth-radius planet in habitable zone
Astronomers identify LHS 1140b, a rocky exoplanet 48 light-years away, with a helium-rich atmosphere and conditions potentially suitable for sustaining extraterrestrial life.
Google announces Pixel 6 and 6 Pro update support ending
Google confirms the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro will not receive Android 17 QPR2, marking their End of Life with final updates scheduled through October 2026.
Overpaying for medicines? This government tool helps check official prices
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) offers a government-backed tool, Pharma Sahi Daam, to help consumers check the official price of medicines.
WhatsApp begins rolling out usernames after talks with Indian government
WhatsApp has reportedly begun rolling out its long-awaited username feature to select users.
Got an urgent WhatsApp from boss? Could be a scam
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a warning about a new cyber fraud targeting finance employees in Indian companies.
This is India's 1st privately developed turbofan engine
Bengaluru-based aerospace start-up, Paninian India Private Limited, has unveiled the Yantur 4.5 kN turbofan engine.
India's 1st ever dengue vaccine has come from Japan
Takeda Pharmaceutical's dengue vaccine, QDENGA, has been approved by India's drug regulator.
You can ride ePlane's electric aircraft in India from 2028
Chennai-based start-up ePlane has unveiled its first full-scale electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, the e200X.
Software glitch, signal loss: Thrilling moments behind Vikram-1's maiden flight
Skyroot Aerospace co-founder and CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana has revealed the behind-the-scenes challenges of India's first successful private orbital mission.
Meet UWORLD U1: A humanoid robot built to fight loneliness
China has unveiled UWORLD U1, a revolutionary humanoid robot designed for companionship.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Claude can now log into websites without seeing your passwords
Anthropic's AI chatbot, Claude, has been integrated with 1Password's new browser integration.
Sam Altman admits OpenAI has fallen short, promises stronger comeback
OpenAI has had a challenging past year with leadership changes and fierce competition in the AI space.
Reliance Jio's satellite internet project gets key approval
Reliance Jio has received technical approval from India's space regulator, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), for its ambitious plan to deploy a constellation of 1,600 low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites.
Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China
Apple's generative artificial intelligence (AI) service, Apple Intelligence, has been approved for launch in China.
Realme exits China market
Realme has announced its decision to exit the Chinese market, focusing instead on global markets.
China's Moonshot debuts world's largest open-weight AI model
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Moonshot has unveiled Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion-parameter model that it claims is the world's largest open-weight AI system.
A ChatGPT basketball? Yes, OpenAI is selling one
OpenAI has launched an unusual new product: a ChatGPT-branded basketball.
Google rebrands NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook
Google has announced the rebranding of its AI note-taking app, NotebookLM, to Gemini Notebook.
SpaceX aborts Starship launch after engine ignition failure
SpaceX has postponed the test flight of its Starship rocket and Super Heavy booster.
China beats Neuralink with world's first commercial brain chip implant
China has become the first country to successfully implant a brain-computer interface (BCI) commercially.