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CeNSE at IISc Bengaluru powering India's deep tech since 2010
IISc’s Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE) is revolutionizing India’s deep tech landscape by transforming cutting-edge research into impactful, real-world technologies.
Corning survey: Indian smartphone users upgrade early after broken glass
A Corning study reveals that 53% of Indian smartphone users replaced their devices prematurely due to shattered cover glass, highlighting durability as a key consumer concern.
IITM climate study: Western Ghats may absorb CO2 by 2100
A study by IITM, Pune, reveals the Western Ghats could become a significant natural carbon sink by 2100, driven by rising CO₂ levels and increased rainfall.
Meta appeals $6 million verdict in social media addiction suit
Meta has filed an appeal against a $3 million verdict in a landmark social media addiction case, challenging claims that its platform's design harmed a young user's mental health.
LOFAR discovered Porphyrion in 2024 with 23 million light-year jets
Porphyrion, a colossal radio galaxy 7.5 billion light-years away, spans an astonishing 23 million light-years—140 Milky Ways stacked end to end.
India plans common messaging app rules after WhatsApp username concerns
The government is developing common standards for messaging platforms in India, aiming to address regulatory gaps highlighted by WhatsApp's proposed username feature.
Meta removes new Muse image AI feature after privacy backlash
Meta has removed its Muse Image tool from Instagram after backlash over its use of public content for AI-generated images, admitting the feature "missed the mark."
Mondo Robotics introduces Beni pocket robot camera filming 4K HDR
Beni, a compact robot by Mondo Robotics, captures 4K HDR footage while navigating obstacles at 18 mph, jumping 10 inches high, and climbing stairs with remarkable agility.
MIT creates self-folding 1.7-centimeter robot that moves without motors
MIT researchers developed a self-assembling origami robot that folds from a flat sheet and could one day perform medical tasks inside the human body.
Study finds hierarchical mergers among black holes in 155 pairs
Researchers analyzing gravitational waves suggest around 14% of merging black holes are second-generation, formed from previous mergers in dense stellar environments.
Texas A&M study links viral infection to Parkinson's-related brain changes
A Texas A&M study reveals that a mouse virus can destroy dopamine-producing neurons, causing long-term motor issues similar to Parkinson's, even after the infection clears.
AI finds hidden slow slips on California's San Andreas fault
Scientists used artificial intelligence to analyze strainmeter data along the San Andreas Fault, revealing hidden slow-slip events linked to low-frequency earthquakes.
RIAA coalition urges Spotify, Apple Music to label AI songs
A coalition led by the RIAA is urging streaming platforms to adopt mandatory labels identifying AI-generated music, aiming to enhance transparency for listeners.
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.
GPT 5.6 is the 'preferred model' for Microsoft 365 Copilot
OpenAI has announced that its latest model, GPT 5.6, will be the "preferred model" for Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Netflix may introduce always-on streaming channels for shows and movies
Netflix is reportedly considering the addition of "always-on" channels that would continuously stream specific shows and movies.
How to stop Meta AI from using your Instagram photos
Meta's new AI image-generation tool, Muse Image, has stirred up controversy over privacy concerns.
Musk assures he won't cut-off Anthropic's access to SpaceX servers
Elon Musk has assured that he won't terminate Anthropic's access to SpaceX servers.
Netflix brings back free trials after 6 years
Netflix has reintroduced its free trial program, nearly six years after discontinuing it.
China lands reusable rocket in SpaceX-style milestone
China has achieved a major milestone in space exploration by successfully landing a rocket during an orbital launch.
Meta's data center may use electricity equal to 800,000 homes
Meta has announced plans to build a massive new data center in Alberta, Canada.
Nobel laureate leaves US for China amid Trump's funding cuts
Nobel Prize-winning chemist Omar Yaghi has left the United States to join Tsinghua University in Beijing, China.
Google will tell you if ads were made with AI
Google is introducing a new feature that will let users know when an ad was created using artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
Microsoft's carbon emissions jump 25% amid AI boom
Microsoft's carbon emissions have risen by 25% in 2025, according to its latest sustainability report.
ChatGPT can now build and host websites
OpenAI has introduced a new feature called 'ChatGPT Sites,' which allows users to create, preview, publish, and share interactive websites and lightweight apps.
Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon heads to ISS on July 14
NASA astronaut of Indian descent, Anil Menon, is all set to embark on an eight-month-long mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
Centre reviews WhatsApp's reply over username feature concerns
Meta-owned WhatsApp has responded to the Indian government's notice regarding its proposed username feature.
OpenAI discontinues Atlas AI browser
OpenAI has announced the discontinuation of Atlas, its AI-powered browser launched in October.
Google's ex-AI models head joins Meta
Madhu Gurumurthy, Google's former head of product for AI models, has officially joined Meta.
Meta enters AI coding race with Muse Spark 1.1
Meta has launched Muse Spark 1.1, its first paid AI model, to take on OpenAI and Anthropic.
OpenAI's new AI agent can perform tasks on your behalf
OpenAI has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) agent, ChatGPT Work, to take on Anthropic's Claude Cowork.
Wally Funk, oldest woman to fly to space, dies
Wally Funk, a pioneering aviator and the oldest woman to fly into space, has passed away at the age of 87.
OpenAI launches GPT-5.6
OpenAI has unveiled its latest family of models, the highly anticipated GPT-5.6.
Google brings Gemini AI marketing tools to Indian businesses
Google has launched a range of Gemini-powered advertising and commerce innovations for Indian businesses at the Google Marketing Live 2026 event.
Meta to start making AI chips in September
Meta plans to start manufacturing its own artificial intelligence (AI) chip from September, an internal memo has revealed.
India probes Meta's new AI image generator amid privacy concerns
The Indian government is set to review Meta's latest Muse artificial intelligence (AI) image generator.
TRAI wants powers to regulate Truecaller-like apps
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has written to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), seeking regulatory powers over call management apps like Truecaller.
Global cancer cases could surge to 35M by 2050: WHO
A new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) warns that cancer cases are projected to rise from 20.6 million to nearly 35 million by 2050.
BSNL's new satellite phone costs more than iPhone 17 Pro
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-owned telecom operator, has launched a new satellite phone in India.
Gamers rally to save physical PlayStation game discs
An online petition against Sony's decision to end the production of physical disks for PlayStation games has garnered over 240,000 signatures.
Meet the IIT-Bombay grad who turned down Meta's $1M job
Rishabh Agarwal, a graduate from IIT Bombay and an AI researcher, has turned down a lucrative job offer from Meta.
Data breach exposes driver's license info of nearly 7M Americans
AssuranceAmerica, a leading insurance provider in the US, has suffered a major data breach.
OpenAI flags widespread flaws in SWE-Bench Pro benchmark
OpenAI has raised concerns over SWE-Bench Pro, a popular coding benchmark.
X will DM you when a misleading post gets corrected
X is set to enhance its Community Notes feature. The update will see users getting a direct message (DM) whenever a post they interacted with gets corrected.
Google Photos now lets you edit videos with AI
Google Photos has introduced a new feature called "Video Remix," which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to edit and transform videos in seconds.
Google's SynthID debunks viral deepfake of hospitalized US senator
Google's SynthID technology has successfully debunked a high-profile AI-generated hoax image, marking a major victory for the system.
Google may raise Pixel 11 prices across lineup
Google's upcoming Pixel devices, including the Pixel Watch 5 and Pixel 11 series, may come with a higher price tag than their predecessors.
Meta's 'super sensing' AI glasses could record all day
Meta, the tech giant formerly known as Facebook, is said to be working new "super-sensing" smart glasses.
Truecaller slams Indian telecom regulator's anti-spam rules
Truecaller, a leading caller identification platform, has publicly challenged the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) over its anti-spam regulations.
Mistral unveils AI model that navigates robots using single camera
French AI start-up Mistral has unveiled its first-ever model for embodied navigation, dubbed Robostral Navigate.
Windows market share drops below 60%, 1st time in years
Microsoft's Windows operating system, a stalwart in the desktop OS arena, has witnessed a major decline in its global market share.
OpenAI launches GPT-Live, making ChatGPT sound more human
OpenAI has just launched a new voice model for its AI chatbot, ChatGPT. The company claims the new model, called GPT-Live, will make conversations with the chatbot sound more human-like.