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Apple raises MacBook Pro RAM upgrade costs, users criticize hikes
Apple's recent RAM and SSD upgrade price hikes have nearly doubled costs for some configurations, leaving buyers frustrated as already steep premiums become even harder to justify.
SpaceX to launch SXM-11 for SiriusXM tonight from Cape Canaveral
SpaceX's Falcon 9 will launch the 15,400-pound SXM-11 satellite from Cape Canaveral tonight at 10:25 p.m. EDT, with live coverage starting 15 minutes before liftoff.
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."
US study finds never married Americans face higher cancer risk
Scientists reveal unmarried adults face a significantly higher cancer risk, especially for preventable types, highlighting the potential health implications of marital status.
NASA astronaut Don Pettit shares 8 2nd orbital sunset time-lapse
Astronaut Don Pettit shared a timelapse of an 8-second sunset from orbit, revealing the breathtaking view and challenges of capturing it due to rapid light transitions.
NASA's James Webb unveils Messier 82 images after M81 encounter
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled unprecedented details of Messier 82, revealing millions of stars and star-forming regions previously hidden behind dense cosmic dust.
IISc Bengaluru paper secures top 15 at CVPR 2026
A research paper from IISc Bengaluru's CDS Department ranked in the top 15 out of 16,000 submissions at the prestigious CVPR 2026 event held in Colorado, USA.
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.
MBDA debuts FastTrack AI, cuts cruise missile planning to minutes
AI-powered systems like MBDA's FastTrack can now generate complex cruise missile flight plans in minutes, drastically reducing the traditional planning time of hours or days.
Google reshuffles AI coding team to expand business AI capabilities
Google has reorganized its AI coding team to enhance model training and compete with Anthropic and OpenAI, following the departure of two prominent researchers from its division.
AWS hikes EC2 capacity blocks for ML 20% in July
Amazon has raised prices for its EC2 Capacity Blocks for ML service by 20%, potentially driving up costs for AI-powered applications as businesses may pass on expenses to users.
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.
Penn State builds sensors that mimic eyes for self-driving cars
Inspired by the adaptability of human vision, researchers have developed advanced photomemristors to help self-driving cars handle sudden lighting changes more effectively.
Scammers' fake crypto wallet recovery tools steal passwords and data
Forgetting your cryptocurrency wallet’s seed phrase can be stressful, but downloading recovery tools from unverified sources may expose you to malware and data theft.
Study: 1990s-born people showed about 0.92 standard deviations higher systemic aging than those born 1965-1969
A new study reveals younger generations experience faster biological aging than their parents, linking this trend to rising early-onset cancer rates.
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.
Japan and China launch AI to match Anthropic's restricted models
Japanese and Chinese firms Sakana AI and 360 have unveiled advanced cybersecurity AI models, claiming capabilities on par with Anthropic's restricted Mythos amid US export bans.
Samsung unveils India climate system with WindFree and AI VRF
Samsung introduces an advanced residential cooling system featuring WindFree technology, PM1.0 air purification, and AI-powered VRF systems for enhanced comfort and efficiency.
Raipur's Mahima Rajput selected for international ShakthiSAT with 108 countries
Mahima Rajput, a Class 10 student from Raipur, has been selected for ShakthiSAT, an international space education initiative involving participants from 108 countries.
DuckDuckGo tool accepted President Donald Trump rabies hoax as news
Reddit users from r/poisonai fabricated a false claim about Donald Trump's death from rabies, tricking AI search tools like DuckDuckGo into presenting the story as factual.
Instagram tests expanded 'Your Algorithm' controls, Adam Mosseri says
Instagram is exploring new features for its "Your Algorithm" tool, allowing users to fine-tune content preferences directly from their feed and Reels.
Google Messages beta adds themes, inline replies, emoji photo reactions
Google Messages is testing and rolling out several features, including customizable chat themes and enhanced Android-iPhone RCS functionality, with some updates still in beta.
ISRO plans 1st uncrewed Gaganyaan test to prove rockets safe
Isro chief V Narayanan announced preparations for India's first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission this year, emphasizing its importance as a precursor to the crewed spaceflight.
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.
Anthropic's Mythos 5 returns for select users
Anthropic's advanced cybersecurity model, Mythos 5, has been reactivated for a select group of organizations.
Russian hackers behind cyberattack on JLR last year: Report
The massive cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) last year was carried out by a group of Russian hackers, according to The New York Times.
Apple's 1st touchscreen MacBook will pack M5 Pro, Max chips
Apple's highly anticipated touchscreen MacBook will be powered by the existing M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, a recent Bloomberg report has revealed.
OpenAI launches GPT-5.6 amid regulatory challenges
OpenAI is rolling out its latest AI model suite, GPT-5.6, to a small group of trusted partners.
Tata Electronics probes major data breach involving Apple, Tesla
Tata Electronics, a major Indian supplier for Apple, is dealing with a major data breach.
SpaceX to build 'Starpipe' gas pipeline to fuel Starship rockets
SpaceX, the space exploration company founded by Elon Musk, is gearing up to build a natural gas pipeline named 'Starpipe.'
Samsung Galaxy Fold8 may fix 2 biggest foldable complaints
Samsung's upcoming foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold8, is said to be addressing two major issues with its design: weight and display crease visibility.
Apple may skip high-end M6 chips amid soaring memory costs
Apple is said to be rethinking its Apple Silicon strategy in the wake of skyrocketing memory prices.
Apple's foldable iPhone on track for September launch
Apple's highly anticipated foldable iPhone, the iPhone Ultra, is back on track for its planned September launch.
WhatsApp finally lets iPhone users search channel updates
WhatsApp has finally added a much-needed search feature for channel updates on iPhone.
SpaceX weighs standalone Starlink mobile service
SpaceX, Elon Musk's aerospace company, is planning to launch a direct-to-consumer Starlink mobile service in the US, according to Financial Times.
Italy probes Microsoft over subscription price hike
Italy's antitrust watchdog has launched an investigation against Microsoft for alleged unfair commercial practices.
Sony to stop selling its pet robot aibo in Japan
Sony has announced the discontinuation of its popular robotic pet, aibo, in Japan.
YouTube Shorts now supports 2x playback speed
YouTube has announced a major update for its Shorts player, introducing a new "Clear Screen" mode and the ability to double playback speed.
Polymarket confirms user funds stolen in security breach
Polymarket, a leading prediction market platform, has confirmed that a security breach at one of its third-party vendors led to the theft of funds from some users.
After Apple, Microsoft raises its Xbox console prices
Microsoft has announced a major price hike for its Xbox consoles, effective globally from August 1.
IBM unveils world's first sub-1nm chip tech for data centers
IBM has unveiled a groundbreaking new chip architecture that can pack nearly 100 billion transistors into a chip the size of a human fingernail.
Trump administration reportedly asks OpenAI to stagger GPT-5.6 rollout
The US government has reportedly asked OpenAI to delay the launch of its upcoming AI model, GPT-5.6.
Apple hikes MacBook, iPad prices by up to ₹1L
Apple has raised the prices of its MacBook and iPad models in India, with some variants witnessing a massive jump of up to ₹1 lakh.
What's SpaceSail, China's satellite internet project to rival Musk's Starlink?
China's SpaceSail, a government-backed project, is gearing up to take on Elon Musk's Starlink in the satellite internet arena.
Apple removes Russian social network VKontakte from App Store
Apple has removed VKontakte (VK), one of Russia's largest social networks, from its App Store.
New Siri mode arrives in Camera app: What it does
Apple has introduced a new "Siri Mode" in the Camera app with the latest iOS 27 update.
Are today's earthquakes in California, Venezuela, and Japan linked?
On June 25, 2026, the world witnessed a rare seismic event as three different regions—the US, Venezuela, and Japan—were rocked by powerful earthquakes within hours of each other.
IBM reveals world's first sub-1 nanometer chip technology
IBM has unveiled a revolutionary chip technology capable of producing transistors at an incredible 0.7 nanometers (nm).
OnePlus earbuds with ANC, 54-hour battery life launched at ₹3,300
OnePlus has expanded its audio portfolio with the launch of Nord Buds 4 in India.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s has little effect: Study
Australia's ban on social media for users under 16 years of age has had little effect on their online behavior, a study published in the British Medical Journal has concluded.
'GTA 6' physical edition to include download code, no disc
Rockstar Games' highly anticipated title, Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), is now up for pre-order globally.
Google sent alerts across Venezuela seconds before 2 earthquakes struck
On Wednesday, Venezuela was rocked by two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale. The tremors caused extensive damage and have claimed the lives of 32 people so far.
Nothing reveals Phone (4b) design ahead of July 7 launch
Nothing has officially unveiled the design of its upcoming budget smartphone, the Phone (4b).
Facebook launches AI companion app to help creators grow
Facebook has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) companion app, reimagining its Creator Studio tool.
Google postpones Gemini 3.5 Pro launch to July
Google has postponed the launch of its next-generation AI model, Gemini 3.5 Pro, to July, according to Business Insider.
Anthropic's Mythos AI exposes flaws in classified US systems
Anthropic's artificial intelligence (AI) model, Mythos, has exposed vulnerabilities in highly sensitive US government computer systems.
Gemini 3.5 Flash can now browse and operate computers
Google has launched its latest AI model, the Gemini 3.5 Flash, with a unique feature called "computer use."