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Samsung Z Flip 8 and Z Fold 8 designs leaked
Leaked images reveal Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8, showcasing a wider passport-style design with two rear cameras, ahead of its expected July 22nd Galaxy Unpacked launch.
U.N. Women warns AI still reinforces gender stereotypes, urges inclusion
Artificial intelligence is reinforcing gender stereotypes, says UN Women, warning that biased algorithms and inadequate policies are sidelining women in the digital age.
Apple adds OLED displays to MacBook Pro iPad Pro iMac
Apple plans to integrate advanced OLED technology in future MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and iMac models, offering a wider BT.2020 colour gamut for enhanced colour accuracy and vibrancy.
Tech Mahindra and Microsoft unveil AI digital twin for 5G
Tech Mahindra collaborates with Microsoft to introduce an AI-driven 5G network digital twin, enhancing telecom operations, service performance, and 5G monetisation.
UK CMA urges Apple and Google to allow cheaper payments
Britain's competition watchdog proposes allowing developers to direct users to cheaper payment options outside Apple and Google's app stores, aiming to boost competition.
Fermac AI Systems offers RockyEmbed, hands-on training, Fermicode launches July
Fermac AI Systems develops cutting-edge AI solutions like RockyEmbed and industry-focused training programs, aiming to position India as a global leader in artificial intelligence.
IIT Bombay, SBI Life launch Bharat AI Hub for insurance
IIT Bombay partners with SBI Life Insurance to establish the Bharat AI & Cyber Innovation Hub, advancing indigenous AI and cybersecurity solutions for India’s insurance sector.
Uber unveils encrypted ride recording, seat belt and ambulance features
Uber India introduces encrypted video recording, ambulance assistance, and seatbelt reminders to enhance passenger and driver safety on its platform.
India establishes world's 1st nuclear heat hydrogen plant at Kalpakkam
India has launched a groundbreaking hydrogen plant in Kalpakkam, using nuclear reactor heat instead of electricity, marking a major leap in clean energy innovation.
India's Ministry of Statistics issues AI-ready government data handbook
India aims to harmonise vast government datasets by standardising formats, identifiers, and classifications, enabling interoperability and preparing them for AI-driven governance.
OPPO launches Reno 16 series July 2 with AI tools
OPPO has revealed key features of the Reno 16 series, including the AI Snap Key, AI Mind Pilot, and Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, ahead of its July 2 launch.
US export restrictions on Anthropic spur Asian cybersecurity AI startups
US export restrictions on Anthropic's advanced models have opened opportunities for Asian startups, driving rapid innovation in cybersecurity-focused AI systems across the region.
Qualcomm announces Snapdragon Summit 2026 in Maui to reveal processors
Qualcomm's annual Snapdragon Summit is set for September 22-24, 2026, in Maui, Hawaii, where the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series chipsets are expected to debut.
Apple releases iOS 26.5.2 patch fixing 29 security issues
Apple has launched iOS 26.5.2, addressing 29 critical security vulnerabilities in iPhones, including risks from malicious websites and potential data theft threats.
MeitY to onboard 20 AI firms for government IT modernization
The IT ministry plans to empanel 20 firms, including startups and MSMEs, to modernise government IT systems using AI, Generative AI, agentic AI, and advanced analytics.
Meituan unveils LongCat-2.0 with 1 trillion parameters on Chinese chips
Meituan has introduced LongCat-2.0, a trillion-parameter AI model trained entirely on domestically developed chips, showcasing China's strides in self-reliant AI technology.
OnePlus launches N6 midrange phone with MediaTek Dimensity 6360 chip
OnePlus unveiled the N6 in India, featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex processor, a 6.8-inch 120 Hz display, and starting at ₹22,999.
Samsung launches Galaxy A27 5G in India with Gemini, Perplexity
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy A27 5G in India, featuring a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor, a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, and six years of software support.
Meta hired Covalen-led contractors to test chatbots on sensitive topics
Meta reportedly instructed contractors to pose as teens and send sensitive prompts, including those on suicide and sex, to rival AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini, per WIRED.
Meta releases Brain2Qwerty v2 to decode brain activity into text
Meta's Brain2Qwerty v2 decodes brain activity into text using non-invasive methods, achieving unprecedented accuracy levels previously possible only with surgical implants.
You can now reserve usernames on WhatsApp
WhatsApp has launched the username reservation feature, a major update in its connectivity strategy.
Cursor's new mobile app lets you code on the go
Cursor, the AI coding start-up recently acquired by SpaceX, has launched its first native iOS app.
California government employees can now use Claude at a discount
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a partnership with Anthropic, the company behind the AI chatbot Claude.
Gemini now lets you generate personalized AI images for free
Google has announced that its Gemini app is expanding its personalized Nano Banana-powered image generation feature to all eligible users in the US for free.
Shocker! Hundreds of iPhone 18 Pro photos and parts leaked
A major data breach has exposed sensitive information about Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models.
Amazon Prime Day: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra ₹84,999 9-month EMI
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for Rs. 84,999 during the Amazon Prime Day Sale 2026, marking its lowest price of the year with additional no-cost EMI offers.
UIDAI retires mAadhaar app, urges switch to new Aadhaar app
The UIDAI has retired the mAadhaar app, urging users to adopt the new Aadhaar App, which offers enhanced privacy and streamlined access to Aadhaar-related services.
California partners with Anthropic to give public employees Claude access
After losing a Pentagon contract over ethical concerns, Anthropic secures a deal with California to provide its Claude chatbot at discounted rates for state and local agencies.
IIT Ropar's Annam. AI launches Hackcore 2026 agri AI hackathon
India's first AI in Agriculture CoE at IIT Ropar has partnered with Syngenta and Google to launch Hackcore 2026, fostering AI-driven agricultural innovations.
Study suggests timing cancer treatments to circadian rhythm improves outcomes
Emerging research reveals that aligning cancer treatments with the body’s circadian rhythm may improve effectiveness, enhance survival rates, and reduce side effects.
Tata Electronics ransomware leak exposes iPhone 18 Pro details
Sensitive supplier details and unreleased iPhone 18 Pro files were leaked on the dark web after a ransomware attack on Apple's Indian partner, Tata Electronics.
Alexia Lopez's team announces 1.3 billion light-year 'Big ring' discovery
Astronomers have discovered "The Big Ring," a 1.3-billion-light-year-wide galaxy structure, defying current cosmological theories and the Universe's standard evolutionary model.
Google is testing Gmail live beta with Gemini voice search
Google is testing Gmail Live, a voice-powered inbox search feature, on Android and iOS, offering conversational queries and AI Overviews for seamless email management.
Google lets Android users choose which apps to back up
Google is rolling out per-app backup controls on Pixel devices, allowing users to manage app data backups individually through updated settings in Android 16 and 17.
LG launches StanbyME 2 Max 32-inch portable touchscreen with webOS
LG introduces the "StanbyME 2 Max," a 32-inch 4K touchscreen on wheels with built-in battery, webOS, and versatile features like phone mirroring and Dolby Vision® support.
Google releases June 2026 Android updates improving performance and security
Google's June 2026 system updates introduce enhanced Wallet features, improved security measures, and developer tools across Android devices, Wear OS, Auto, TV, and PC platforms.
OpenClaw's AI Gateway app launch marred by Android 2.2 rating
OpenClaw launches its Android app for on-the-go AI agent access, but early reviews criticize its buggy performance and rough design compared to the more polished iOS version.
Scientists trace 2021 Antarctic 'ghost' neutrino to galaxy shadow blaster
A high-energy neutrino detected beneath Antarctica in 2021 led scientists to "Shadow Blaster," a dusty, star-forming galaxy located 11 billion light-years away.
Event Horizon Telescope collaboration finds M87's bright crescent shifting
NASA's revisitation of the iconic 2019 black hole image reveals that the glowing ring around M87 shifts and flickers, showcasing a dynamic and turbulent cosmic environment.
Google's Gemini personalized images now free for eligible US users
Google's Gemini app now offers its Nano Banana-powered personalized image generation feature for free to all eligible U.S. users, expanding access beyond paid subscribers.
Chris Williams and Jessica Meir swap Canadarm2 wrist on ISS
NASA astronauts Chris Williams and Jessica Meir will conduct a 6.5-hour spacewalk today (June 30) to replace Canadarm2's malfunctioning wrist joint, starting at 8:35 a.m. EDT.
Amazon offers Prime members Apple TV+ $5.99 for 2 months
Amazon is offering Prime members a limited-time 50% discount on Apple TV+ subscriptions, reducing the cost to $5.99 per month for the first two months.
Mirendil raises $200 seed and hits $1 billion valuation
Mirendil, a $1 billion startup backed by Andreessen Horowitz, aims to democratize frontier-level self-improving AI to accelerate global scientific progress.
NASA's James Webb documents HD 80606 b's 1,100°F temperature spike
This scorching exoplanet features clouds of glass and an atmosphere filled with vaporized metal, showcasing the dramatic effects of extreme heat on planetary atmospheres.
NPCI tests AI to catch payment fraud in real time
India's NPCI is piloting an AI model to track and intercept stolen funds in real-time, aiming to curb digital payment fraud and enhance banking security nationwide.
Archeologists uncover Minanbe, lost Maya city in Calakmul Biosphere Reserve
Archaeologists uncovered Minanbé, an untouched Maya city in Mexico's dense jungle, offering rare insights into the civilization's Late Classic era before its decline.
This is the 1st-ever dinosaur bone found in Antarctica
A fossil that lay unnoticed for four decades has been identified as the first dinosaur bone ever discovered in Antarctica.
No using unapproved AI tools for official work: Modi government
In a bid to bolster cyber security, the Indian government has issued internal directives urging its departments to steer clear of unapproved external artificial intelligence (AI) platforms.
Strawberry Moon shines tonight: When and how to see it
The night sky will witness one of the most awaited celestial events of the year, the Strawberry Moon 2026, on June 29.
iPhone 18 Pro may launch on September 8, leak suggests
Apple's highly-anticipated iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to debut on September 8 or 9.
WhatsApp removes a way to confirm if someone blocked you
WhatsApp has addressed a security loophole that allowed users to confirm if they had been blocked by someone.
Centre warns of malware targeting WhatsApp Web, desktop users
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a warning for WhatsApp Web and desktop users.
Grok 4.5 could rival Anthropic's Claude Opus
Elon Musk has announced that his artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI, has entered the private beta phase for its latest model, Grok 4.5.
California bans streaming ads louder than video starting July 1
California's new law, which prohibits streaming services from playing ads louder than the accompanying video content, will come into effect on July 1.
AI-assisted production line for cancer vaccines is finally here
China is gearing up to launch its first-ever production line for artificial intelligence (AI)-powered personalized tumor vaccines.
Seawater desalination can now be cheaper than bottled water
Desalination, the process of converting seawater into freshwater, has always been an energy-intensive affair.
Managing AI agents will be key skill by 2031: KPMG
A recent report by KPMG has revealed that 92% of tech executives believe managing artificial intelligence (AI) agents will be a key skill in the next five years.
Apple Mac Studio with high-end M5 chips coming
Apple is gearing up to launch an updated version of the Mac Studio later this year.
AI coding tokens could soon cost as much as salaries
The cost of artificial intelligence (AI) coding tokens could soon match or even surpass the monthly salary of a software engineer.
China's Z.ai says its latest model matches Mythos in cybersecurity
China's Zhipu AI (Z.ai) has launched its open-weight GLM-5.2 model, which some researchers say matches Anthropic's Mythos in certain bug-finding and cybersecurity scenarios.
AI smart glasses are helping students cheat on exams
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology is changing the game in education, especially when it comes to exams.
Ancient scroll charred during Vesuvius eruption deciphered using AI
A team of researchers has successfully used artificial intelligence (AI) to virtually unroll and partially decipher a papyrus scroll that was burned and carbonized during the Mount Vesuvius eruption nearly 2,000 years ago.
DeepSeek's DSpark upgrade is here: What does it do?
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up DeepSeek has launched a major upgrade to its flagship V4 model. The update is aimed at significantly accelerating the generation of AI responses.
World's biggest superconducting magnet, for nuclear fusion reactor, tested successfully
China has successfully tested the world's largest superconducting magnet for a nuclear fusion reactor.
This dinosaur discovered in Argentina might have ties to China
A team of paleontologists has unearthed a new species of raptor in Argentina.
Satellite-guided jet landing takes place in India for 1st time
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has successfully conducted a satellite-based landing system (SLS) approach on a jet engine aircraft for the first time in India.
Why Google has restricted Meta's access to Gemini models
Google has imposed restrictions on Meta's access to its Gemini AI models.
This cosmic particle might have come from 'Shadow Blaster' galaxy
A team of astronomers believes to have traced the origin of a ghostly cosmic particle to a star-forming galaxy dubbed "Shadow Blaster."
Apple to unveil 2 premium MacBooks soon
Apple is rumored to be gearing up for the launch of two new premium MacBooks later this year.
WhatsApp to let you have private conversations with Meta AI
WhatsApp is testing a new feature called Side Chat, which allows users to have private conversations with Meta AI.
New crypto scam targets users recovering lost wallet access codes
A new cryptocurrency scam has emerged, preying on users who have forgotten their digital wallet access codes.
Trump administration close to restoring access to Anthropic's Fable 5
The Trump administration is close to allowing Anthropic to restore access to its advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model, Fable 5, according to Axios.
Instagram is enhancing user control over content feed
Instagram is working on new features to enhance user control over their content feed.
SoftBank CEO questions feasibility of Musk's orbital data center proposal
Softbank CEO Masayuki Son has dismissed Elon Musk's ambitious plan of setting up orbital data centers.
Will ISRO's Gaganyaan mission be delayed?
The timeline for India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission has been pushed back.
BBC ends long wave radio service after nearly a century
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has shut down its long wave radio service, a platform that has been in operation for nearly a century.
India inaugurates first-of-its-kind hydrogen plant powered by nuclear reactor heat
India has inaugurated the world's first hydrogen production plant that uses nuclear reactor heat instead of electricity.
Meet N Jayan, new director of ISRO's Liquid-Propulsion Systems Centre
Eminent aerospace engineer N Jayan has been appointed as the Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), a key facility under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
AI agents in China will now have ID cards
China is taking a major step toward regulating artificial intelligence (AI) agents by creating an identity system for them.
This 6G tech can turn walls and pipes into sensors
Chinese engineers have developed a groundbreaking 6G technology that can turn walls and pipes into sensors.
We can finally 'talk' to birds
Dr. Julie Elie, a scientist from the University of California, Berkeley, has won the 2026 Coller-Dolittle Prize for her groundbreaking work in interspecies communication.
ISRO just successfully tested a new propulsion system
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted a hot test of its semi-cryogenic engine power head at 88% of its target thrust.
How harmful is screen time for toddlers?
A new landmark study has warned against the potential long-term health risks and reduced quality of life associated with screen time for babies and toddlers under two years.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro expected to be more expensive
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to be unveiled at the company's annual September event.
Mark Zuckerberg explores collaboration with prediction markets for Arena app
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has asked his team to look into potential collaborations with popular prediction markets, Polymarket and Kalshi, according to The New York Times.
Apple seeks approval to source chips from blacklisted Chinese firm
Apple is lobbying the Trump administration for permission to buy memory chips from ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), a Chinese company currently on the Pentagon's blacklist, according to Financial Times.