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FDA approves GSK's Hibsago for sustained control of hepatitis B
The US FDA has approved GSK's hepatitis B drug, Hibsago, enabling patients to manage the virus after stopping long-term treatment.
Anthropic pushes for law letting courts stop imminent AI releases
Anthropic has introduced a draft bill allowing US courts to block AI models if independent assessments identify risks of causing over 50 deaths or $1 billion in property damage.
Researchers report contagious melanoma among Lake Memphremagog brown bullhead catfish
Researchers discovered a transmissible melanoma in brown bullhead catfish, marking the fourth documented case of contagious cancer in animals.
Samsung launches One UI 9 update with AI tools
Samsung's One UI 9 update enhances Galaxy AI, simplifies notification management, and introduces advanced camera features for improved user experience.
Google releases Nest Hub firmware update with security fixes
Google is releasing a new firmware update for its Nest Hub devices, focusing on bug fixes and critical security improvements without introducing new user-facing features.
Sonos 27 operating system and Plaud Note Pro add AI
Sonos and Plaud showcase practical AI applications, while Adobe's report highlights challenges in scaling AI, and Microsoft offers solutions to manage unpredictable AI behavior.
UCL study: 5% midlife weight loss may reduce heart risk
Losing just 5% of body weight in middle age can significantly improve cardiovascular health, reducing the risk of stroke and heart disease, according to a UK study.
SpaceX aims to catch both Starship stages, Elon Musk says
SpaceX plans to attempt the first-ever double catch of its Starship rocket stages next month, marking a significant technological milestone, according to CEO Elon Musk.
OpenAI unveils GPT-6 Astra and GPT-5.6 Sol for bank infrastructure
OpenAI's latest models, GPT-6 Astra and GPT-5.6 Sol, excel in translating outdated programming languages like COBOL, crucial for modernizing financial infrastructure efficiently.
Meta's Muse 'share' flaw exposed pages from over 6,800 links
Meta's Muse AI agent has been found exposing sensitive user data through a flawed "share" feature, allowing access to private information with minimal effort.
Super El Nino brings sea snakes, whale sharks to California
A historically strong El Niño, combined with a record-breaking marine heatwave, is attracting unusual tropical species to California's coast, altering local marine ecology.
Google rolls out Gemini personal intelligence for Android Auto dashboards
Google's Gemini Personal Intelligence is now available for Android Auto, offering tailored assistance by integrating with apps like Gmail and Maps while prioritizing user privacy.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman proposes 3 measures to check AI
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman proposed three AI safety scenarios, ranging from international oversight to a worst-case outcome, highlighting the need for proactive measures.
YouTube tests desktop UI hiding dislike button, keeping like visible
YouTube is testing a new interface that hides the dislike button under an overflow menu, following similar changes made to Shorts earlier this year.
Did a Russian satellite try to hit a commercial spacecraft?
A Russian satellite, Kosmos 2612, has come alarmingly close to a commercial Earth-observation satellite, Iceye-X36.
ByteDance, Alibaba, and Tencent order NVIDIA chips worth over $35B
Chinese tech giants ByteDance, Alibaba, and Tencent have placed orders for over three million of NVIDIA's new RTX PRO 5500 graphics cards.
TikTok knew about sexual exploitation risks to minors: Report
Internal court documents have revealed that TikTok employees had raised alarms over the potential risks of sexual exploitation and suicide content on the platform, as per NPR.
AstraZeneca partners with Oracle to use AI in clinical trials
AstraZeneca has announced a partnership with Oracle to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and real-world data in clinical trials.
We finally have a close-up look at 'failed stars'
NASA's SPHEREx spacecraft has given astronomers a close-up look at a group of enigmatic cosmic bodies known as brown dwarfs or "failed stars."
Google says power outage disrupted cloud services in UK
Google has said a 'power event' triggered an outage in its "europe-west2-b zone," disrupting cloud services in the UK.
Some Google Home speakers are downloading hundreds of gigabytes repeatedly
Some owners of Google Home Speakers have reported a strange issue where their devices are downloading hundreds of gigabytes worth of data in the background.
SpaceX's Starfall capsule heads to orbit for the second time
SpaceX has launched its "Starfall" return capsule for the second time as part of the Bandwagon-5 rideshare mission.
WhatsApp could soon talk to unknown callers for you
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that would automatically answer calls from unknown numbers on behalf of the user.
Google Cloud outage hits banks, property sites and more
A major internet outage has affected several popular websites and apps in the UK. The disruption has hit services like Lloyds Bank, HSBC, Screwfix, and DPD.
Millions affected as banking app Revolut suffers major outage
UK-based banking app Revolut is facing a major service disruption, leaving millions of users unable to access their money.
Apple won't let customers buy more than 2 new iPhones
Apple has introduced a new restriction on its official website in India and other regions, limiting the purchase of certain iPhone models.
New AI model claims to be 8x faster than GPT-6
Inception, a California-based AI research and product firm, has launched its latest diffusion language model, Mercury 3.
Meta accidentally leaks WhatsApp AI chatbot's hidden rules
Meta has inadvertently leaked internal guidelines for its AI-powered support chatbot on WhatsApp.
This Indian-made AI model claims to beat GPT-6 Astra
Skyfall AI has developed a new artificial intelligence (AI) model called SKY-001.
This AI tool can predict your cancer survival from selfies
Researchers at Mass General Brigham have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that can predict a cancer patient's survival chances from just one photograph of their face.
Chinese AI tool Artex used for cyberattacks on Japanese companies
A Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) cybersecurity tool, Artex, has been implicated in a series of recent hacks targeting Japanese companies.
Software upgrades eating major chunk of companies' IT budgets: Survey
A recent survey by software maintenance provider Origina, has revealed that large US and British companies spend a staggering 28% of their software budgets on vendor-driven upgrades, migrations, and licensing changes.
Apple's first touchscreen MacBook to debut on October 28
Apple has sent out invites for a second product launch event this month. The event will be held on October 28.
Japan launches spacecraft to bring back soil from Mars' moon
Japan has launched a pioneering mission to collect samples from Phobos, one of Mars' moons.
Google AI agents beat Minecraft without human help
Google has achieved a major milestone in artificial intelligence (AI) by using its Gemini 4 Argon model to beat the final boss of Minecraft, the Ender Dragon.
Hacker uses AI agents to breach over 100 websites
A Chinese-speaking hacker has been using artificial intelligence (AI) agents to hack into over 100 websites of some well-known companies, as per a Reuters report.
US military plans AI agent that could hack adversary networks
The US military is working on a new artificial intelligence (AI) system, dubbed ECHOTRIBBLE.
Amazon's new software can challenge NVIDIA's AI chip dominance
Amazon is introducing a new tool, TorchNeuron, to run code written in PyTorch, the most widely used AI coding language, on its Trainium AI chips.
Why Dynamic Island looks different on Apple's newest iPhones
Apple's Dynamic Island is a unique feature that replaces the traditional notch with a pill-shaped area at the top of the iPhone screen.
How LinkedIn is cracking down on generic AI-written content
LinkedIn, the professional networking platform, is taking a stand against bland and generic AI-generated posts.
US teens can access nudify apps despite parental controls: Report
Despite Apple and Google's parental controls, "nudify" apps are still accessible to American teenagers.
We might have a way to predict inflammatory bowel disease
Scientists have discovered that patterns of antibodies in blood could predict the onset of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) a decade before diagnosis.
Why Google is worried about India's Digital Competition Bill
Google could be the most affected tech giant by India's proposed Digital Competition Bill.
X is paying $3,000 for posting videos: Who is eligible?
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, is testing a new initiative called the Video Kickstart Bonus.
Karnataka to use satellite tech for crop monitoring
Karnataka is set to revolutionize its agricultural sector by using satellite technology for crop monitoring and yield estimation. The move comes especially as the state faces drought in many regions.
Temple wearable pre-orders open November 1
Temple, the innovative wearable device from Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal, will be available for pre-order starting November 1.
Sam Altman-backed World launches AI identity tools for banks
World, backed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has launched an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) tool for identity verification.
India prepares for 24-hour underwater habitat trial in December
India is gearing up for its maiden underwater space mission, scheduled for December 2026.
Samsung partners with TSMC for NVIDIA's next-gen chips
Samsung is going to use Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC)'s 3nm process to manufacture base dies for NVIDIA's next-generation custom high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips.
Apple criticized for opening iPhone Duo pre-orders despite limited supply
Apple's decision to open pre-orders for the iPhone Duo in 70 countries, despite known supply constraints, has drawn criticism.
You can now help astronomers find 'missing' black holes
A group of UK-based astronomers is enlisting public help to find "missing" black holes in the Milky Way.
Rising CO2 levels may alter wheat proteins, affecting human health
A recent study has found that rising atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) levels can significantly alter the protein composition of wheat.
ISRO successfully tests ignition of new methane-powered rocket engine
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has taken a major leap in the race for advanced rocket technology.
Hyderabad airport's X account hacked to promote crypto program
The official X account of Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) was compromised early Monday morning.
Apple's first touchscreen MacBook Pro is almost here
Apple is gearing up to launch a major update for its MacBook Pro line, with a new model expected to come with touchscreen support, OLED technology, and an updated interface.
Apple warns iPhone Duo may be unavailable for walk-in buyers
Apple has warned its retail staff to inform customers about the unavailability of the iPhone Duo on launch day, October 23, MacRumors reported.