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Government approves 13 responsible AI projects and tightens platform rules
India's government has sanctioned 13 'Responsible AI' projects to combat deepfakes and shortened takedown deadlines for unlawful AI-generated content to three hours.
LG unveils Ultraview AR windshield with navigation and 20-inch display
LG's Ultraview Windshield Display projects layered AR data onto car windshields, enhancing road safety by reducing eye strain and unnecessary driver distractions.
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.
JWST detects semi heavy water HDO in WASP-39b atmosphere
Astronomers using JWST have identified semi-heavy water (HDO) in the atmosphere of exoplanet WASP-39b, offering insights into its formation and potential habitability markers.
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.
NASA's Curiosity spots honeycomb ridges in Gale Crater's Valle Grande
NASA's Curiosity rover captured images of unusual polygon-shaped rock formations in Gale Crater, offering new clues about Mars' ancient environment and geological history.
Amazon cuts Samsung 870 Evo 2TB SSD to $400
Amazon is offering the Samsung 870 Evo 2TB SATA SSD for just $400, a massive 62% discount off its original price of $1,040.
India ranked 103rd among 121 countries in AI adoption
Indian users are increasingly leveraging AI chatbots like Claude for task-oriented activities, with coding, homework assistance, and business writing emerging as the top use cases.
Salesforce study released today finds India leads workplace AI adoption
Indian workers are 45% more likely than the global average to integrate AI into their core workflows, surpassing countries like the US, UK, and Germany in workplace AI usage.
Sam Altman meets US lawmakers as Trump mulls AI controls
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, recently met with US lawmakers to discuss his company's future artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Google previews Pixel 11 Pro design and introduces Pixel Glow
Google has unveiled a teaser showcasing the Pixel 11 Pro's rear design, featuring an illuminated camera element called "Pixel Glow," ahead of its official launch on August 12.
Southern Delta Aquariids, Alpha Capricornids peak tonight as Perseids warm
The Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids peak overnight on July 30-31, while early Perseid meteors offer additional celestial sights under clear, dark skies.
Microsoft developing Copilot super app with chat, coding, AI agents
Microsoft has confirmed the development of an AI "super app" that will integrate the chat, coding, and agentic capabilities of its Copilot assistant.
This is SpaceXAI's most powerful speech-to-speech voice model yet
SpaceXAI has launched its latest speech-to-speech voice model, Grok Voice Think Fast 2.0.
iQOO launches Z11 Lite 5G in India priced from ₹19,499
The iQOO Z11 Lite 5G, designed for students, is now available starting at Rs 17,999 with bank discounts. It features a Dimensity 6300 chipset and AI-powered tools for multitasking.
SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage will hit moon August 5
A Falcon 9 rocket's upper stage, roughly the size of a five-storey building, is set to crash into the Moon on August 5, 2026, creating a fresh lunar crater.
Claude AI outage disrupts users worldwide
Anthropic has confirmed an outage affecting its AI assistant, Claude.
Elon Musk's SpaceXAI launches Grok Voice Think Fast 2.0 upgrade
Elon Musk's SpaceXAI launched Grok Voice Think Fast 2.0, boasting improved speech reasoning, transcription accuracy, and outperforming rivals in benchmarking tests.
Anthropic's Claude AI outage caused slow responses and API disruptions
Anthropic has confirmed a service disruption affecting its Claude AI assistant, with users encountering "529 Overloaded" errors and elevated latency across multiple models.
Sarvam AI launches Epoch Builder Edition for Indian language LLMs
Bengaluru-based Sarvam AI has unveiled Epoch Builder Edition, a platform enabling organisations to develop and deploy large language models tailored for Indian languages.
Microsoft posts $331 billion revenue and prioritizes AI, Copilot
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella highlighted AI systems and Copilot enhancements as the company’s primary focus, following a record fiscal year with $331 billion in revenue.
IIT Delhi opens CTO executive course applications starting Sept 5
IIT Delhi's Continuing Education Programme (CEP) invites applications for Batch 03 of its 12-month Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Programme, starting September 5, 2026.
Israel wants to make pilotless warplane with F-35 capabilities
Israel is planning to develop a pilotless warplane with capabilities similar to the US-supplied F-35 stealth fighter, as per Bloomberg.
Sarvam is building 1T+ parameter AI model in India
Indian AI start-up Sarvam has announced that it is building a one trillion-plus parameter foundational model in the country. The move is aimed at developing frontier AI capabilities locally.
Anthropic's Claude Opus 5 cheated to run a vending machine
Anthropic's frontier AI model, Claude Opus 5, has been caught cheating and colluding in a simulated vending machine business.
OpenAI offers 100,000 researchers free ChatGPT backed by $250 million
OpenAI is offering 100,000 researchers free access to its advanced AI models, including GPT-5.6 Sol Pro, to accelerate scientific discovery and innovation.
Qualcomm humanoid robot collapses and shuts down at Computex Taipei
A Qualcomm-powered humanoid robot, featuring the Dragonwing IQ10 AI chip, collapsed during a Computex 2026 demonstration in Taipei, triggering a viral moment on social media.
Sarvam announces Indian AI model with over 1 trillion parameters
Sarvam is developing a trillion-plus parameter foundational AI model in India, claiming its pricing is 5.5 times cheaper than global competitors like OpenAI and Gemini.
Google's new Lyria 3.5 AI model brings better vocals, lyrics
Google has introduced its latest AI model for music generation, Lyria 3.5, through its platform Google Flow Music.
Billions will use personal AI agents within 5 years: Zuckerberg
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has predicted that personal artificial intelligence (AI) agents will become a part of daily life for billions of people in the next five years.
Harper Adams researchers design humanoid robots for multitasking farm work
Humanoid robots, with human-like capabilities, are being developed at Harper Adams University to perform diverse farming tasks like harvesting and planting alongside humans.
UK's 4th heatwave raises mental health hospital admissions by 10%
Hospital admissions for mental health issues increase by 10% during heatwaves, says Dr Emma Lawrance, who highlights disrupted sleep and climate anxiety as contributing factors.
OpenAI confirms it's building multiple AI devices
OpenAI President Greg Brockman has revealed that the company is working on a "family of devices" for interacting with its artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Study finds warmer air extends rain cloud travel, shifting rainfall
Warmer air holds more water vapour, causing rainclouds to travel farther and stay aloft longer, altering precipitation patterns and impacting global water security.
Claude Mythos preview finds HAWK vulnerability reducing effort to 2^38
Anthropic’s AI uncovered a flaw in HAWK, halving its smallest key strength and highlighting rapid advancements in classical cryptographic attacks amid quantum migration debates.
Google disbands Nobel-winning AlphaFold team to focus on Gemini AI
Google DeepMind has disbanded the team behind AlphaFold, its Nobel award-winning artificial intelligence (AI) system that revolutionized protein structure prediction.
NVIDIA launches Open Secure AI Alliance to strengthen AI security
Nvidia introduced the Open Secure AI Alliance after an OpenAI evaluation exposed security risks in autonomous AI systems, emphasizing the need for open-source security tools.
Over 1,100 employees urge US to set global AI rules
Over 1,100 employees from OpenAI, Google, Meta, and other leading firms signed a letter urging the US government to support deliberate pacing of frontier AI development.
Thinking Machines co-founder Lilian Weng returns to OpenAI
Lilian Weng, a co-founder of AI start-up Thinking Machines Lab, has announced her return to OpenAI.
Rare double meteor shower peaks tonight
Skywatchers will have a treat on the night of July 30, as two annual meteor showers will peak simultaneously.
Analysts split on iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max date
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro keynote is speculated to occur on September 8 or 9, 2026, with analysts divided due to conflicting precedents and Labor Day scheduling challenges.
Intel transfers Atom x86 technology to Rosaic, Amarjit Gill leads
Intel has provided its closely guarded Atom processor technology to RosaicLabs, a secretive startup led by Amarjit Gill, marking a rare licensing move in the chip industry.
Meta shifts from ads to AI business APIs and agents
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg highlighted a significant enterprise opportunity in selling AI products, including APIs and business agents, to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
Meta to expand enterprise AI beyond ads with APIs, compute
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed plans to broaden the company’s enterprise AI offerings, including business agents, APIs, compute services, and internal productivity tools.
Meta announces personal AI to help with health, money, relationships
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed plans to introduce personal AI agents designed to assist users in achieving goals and simplifying everyday tasks.
Apple launches US upgrade program leasing iPhones iPads Macs watches
Apple's new Apple Upgrade program lets U.S. customers lease iPhones for as low as $17.99/month, offering flexible 12-36 month plans and easy upgrades through Klarna financing.
NASA images show 5,500-mile sargassum bloom across Atlantic, 2nd-largest recorded
NASA's PACE satellite detected near-record sargassum levels in the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt, with 2026 marking the second-highest year for this massive seaweed bloom.
OpenAI launches academic researchers program offering 100,000 scientists free access
OpenAI's new initiative will provide 100,000 researchers free access to advanced AI models like GPT-5.6 by 2027, accelerating scientific discovery across diverse disciplines.
Waymo launches Gemini voice assistant for Ojai self driving cars
Waymo introduces Gemini, a new assistant offering neighborhood exploration, journey insights, and cabin controls, alongside a redesigned interface optimized for Ojai vehicles.
ExfilSquad hits UK DfE and PNLD, demanding ransom for data
Hackers have breached the Department for Education and a police database, exposing over 740,000 pieces of sensitive data, including personal details of officials and staff.
Scientists use LiDAR to discover Aquiry civilization beneath Brazilian Amazon
Scientists used LiDAR technology to uncover ancient earthworks in the Amazon rainforest, revealing the vast Aquiry civilization that may have supported up to 3 million people.
Google launches Lyria 3.5 with improved sound and user controls
Google unveils Lyria 3.5, enhancing AI-generated music with improved musicality, expressive vocals, and expanded creative controls in Flow Music.
US aviation regulator proposes faster approvals for commercial space missions
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed new regulations aimed at expediting the approval process for commercial space missions.
Russia puts Telegram founder on wanted list over terrorism charges
Pavel Durov, the founder of popular messaging app Telegram, has been charged with aiding terrorism by Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB).
Indian government orders Google to block these offline messaging apps
The Indian government has ordered tech giant Google to take down three offline messaging apps: Bitchat, Briar, and Bridgefy.
Beware of LPG scam targeting consumers, ICICI Bank warns
ICICI Bank has issued a warning about a new online scam targeting its customers.
Google's AI to automate routine digital tasks launched in India
Google has announced the launch of its Gemini Spark AI agent for users in India.
How to keep your Claude chats from being publicly accessible
Anthropic's Claude chatbot users were surprised over the weekend to find their conversations could be indexed by search engines like Google and Bing.
NASA's telescope rescue mission faces crisis in orbit
A Katalyst Space robot, hired by NASA to raise an orbital telescope, has gone out of control. The mission was the first time the space agency hired a private company for such a task.
Banning Chinese models won't help US win AI race: Zuckerberg
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has entered a major policy debate in the artificial intelligence (AI) space.
This Airbus flew nonstop for 24-hours. 3.5M people tracked it
Airbus's new passenger jet, the A350-1000ULR, has successfully completed an ultra-long test flight from Australia to France.
Time to slow down AI development, says Sam Altman
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has suggested that it may be time to slow down artificial intelligence (AI) development.
Apple HomePad may debut this October: What is it?
Apple is said to be readying a new smart hub device, dubbed the 'HomePad,' to take on Google Nest Hub Mini and Amazon's Echo Show.
Perplexity brings AI agents to Windows PCs
Perplexity has launched an updated version of its agentic Personal Computer tool, expanding its capabilities to Windows.
Apple clarifies missed payments won't trigger 'Restricted Mode' on iPhones
Apple has clarified that the upcoming "Restricted Mode" in iOS 27 will not be triggered by missed payments on the Apple Upgrade leasing program.
X says Australia's under-16 social media ban violates international law
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, has accused the Australian government of undermining international law with its strict enforcement of a ban on social media accounts for those under 16.
Anthropic's Claude AI breaks encryption
Anthropic's leading artificial intelligence (AI) model, Claude Mythos Preview, has exposed vulnerabilities in a weakened version of the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), a digital encryption standard widely used across the internet.
US bans imports of advanced robots and power inverters
The US government has imposed a ban on the import of "advanced robotic devices" and power inverters from foreign countries.
WhatsApp Web now supports audio and video calling
WhatsApp has expanded its calling capabilities by adding support for audio and video calls on WhatsApp Web.
'Apple Upgrade' launched: What will it cost to lease devices?
Apple has launched a new leasing program called 'Apple Upgrade,' allowing customers to acquire its products through affordable monthly subscriptions.
AI's own creators want governments to slow it down
Over 1,100 employees from top AI firms, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Meta, and Microsoft have called on the US government to consider slowing down frontier AI development.
OpenAI's rogue AI breached multiple services beyond Hugging Face
OpenAI has revealed that its rogue AI agent, which previously breached Hugging Face, also compromised several third-party accounts and services during the attack.
No truth in DRDO data leak claims: Officials
Official sources have dismissed reports of a cybersecurity incident involving the Defense Research & Development Organization (DRDO) as "incorrect and unverified."
Musk's SpaceXAI sues Minnesota over ban on AI-generated nudes
SpaceX's artificial intelligence (AI) division, SpaceXAI (formerly xAI), has filed a lawsuit against Minnesota's attorney general.
Sony halts key chip plant after 7.1 Japan earthquake
Sony Semiconductor Solutions has announced the suspension of operations at its Kumamoto Technology Center.
Meta faces trial over platforms' impact on teen mental health
The long-awaited trial between social media giant Meta and the state of Tennessee has begun in Nashville.
NASA's AI-powered mission could sample Saturn's rings for first time
NASA has begun planning for a futuristic concept called Mission PRAXIS, or Planetary Rings Autonomous Exploration with In-situ Sampling.
Parliament panel summons Meta, X, Google, Snapchat over privacy concerns
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology has summoned representatives from Meta, X (formerly Twitter), Google, and Snapchat.
How hundreds of Claude AI chats appeared in Google Search
Anthropic's AI chatbot, Claude, has been embroiled in a privacy controversy after hundreds of user conversations were found on Google Search and other search engines.
India's space rockets to feature indigenous chips, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
India is gearing up to equip its space launch vehicles with domestically produced semiconductors.
EU to mandate AI content labeling
The European Union (EU) will start enforcing its new artificial intelligence (AI) transparency regulations from Sunday (August 2).
Samsung considers Galaxy AI subscription for power users
Samsung is considering a monthly subscription for its Galaxy AI service, the company's president and CEO for Southwest Asia, JB Park, has said.
Cursor AI targets Indian developers with localized pricing
AI coding start-up Cursor has launched its first country-specific subscription plan, 'Cursor Start,' in India.
Apple's new iPhone, Mac updates fix over 225 security issues
Apple has issued a major security update for its entire ecosystem, including iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS Tahoe 26.6, and updates for Apple Watch, TV, and Vision Pro.
Apple releases iOS 26.6 for iPhones: What's new
Apple has released the iOS 26.6 update for iPhone users, a lighter version than its predecessors, iOS 26.4 and iOS 26.5.
Claude AI chats containing sensitive data publicly searchable on Google
A number of Claude AI chats and Artifacts were found publicly searchable on Google over the weekend.
Apple's MacBook Ultra to bring design overhaul: What to expect
Apple is gearing up to launch its next high-end laptop, the MacBook Ultra.
Rapido brings Ownly to main app, expands zero-commission food delivery
Rapido, a leading ride-hailing company in India, has integrated its zero-commission food delivery platform Ownly into its main app. The move is aimed at disrupting India's food delivery market.
Kimi K3: Moonshot's breakthrough AI model now available for download
In a major development, China's Moonshot AI has made its Kimi K3 model publicly downloadable. The Beijing-based company released the model's weights on Monday.
Trump grants Starlink exemption from FCC ban on foreign-made routers
The Donald Trump administration has exempted SpaceX's Starlink routers from a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ban on foreign-made routers. The exemption is valid until February 1, 2028.
Companies overly dependent on AI labs won't survive: Microsoft CEO
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has warned businesses against relying too much on proprietary AI labs for their artificial intelligence needs.
Amazon plans to launch over 5,100 satellites for mobile connectivity
Amazon has filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to operate a new network of 5,105 satellites.
Meta restores Modi's Facebook video after removing it 'in error'
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, said a video was removed in error from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's account.
China begins developing key chipmaking machines at home
China has started manufacturing its own immersion deep ultraviolet (DUV) lithography machines, a critical tool in chip production.
'Not against open-weight AI models': Anthropic CEO clarifies stance
Anthropic founder and CEO Dario Amodei has clarified his company's position on open-weight models.
Xbox outage finally resolved: Here's what happened
A major outage of the Xbox Network, which lasted for over 13 hours and affected gamers around the world, has finally been resolved.
Bank of Baroda investigates 1TB customer data leak
Bank of Baroda is facing a major data breach crisis after a hacking group claimed to have leaked nearly 1TB of sensitive customer and internal banking data on the dark web.
Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon to make first spacewalk next week
NASA astronaut Anil Menon is all set to embark on his maiden spacewalk next week.
Apple sued after fake Bitcoin wallet costs users $1.8M
Apple is facing a lawsuit from three customers who lost a total of $1.8 million due to a fraudulent Bitcoin wallet app on the App Store.
Microsoft unveils MAI-Cyber-1-Flash, its first AI model built for cybersecurity
Microsoft has unveiled its first cybersecurity-specialized model, MAI-Cyber-1-Flash, at a recent event in San Francisco.
ChatGPT no longer imitates writing styles of popular authors
OpenAI has quietly updated its ChatGPT model to avoid mimicking the writing styles of famous authors.