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OpenAI wants AI in your everyday life by 2026
OpenAI's CFO, Sarah Friar, reveals the company's 2026 strategy to focus on practical adoption of AI, aiming to transform its potential into daily life impact.
Authors take NVIDIA to court over AI using their books
Authors suing Nvidia for copyright violation allege the chipmaker illegally sourced pirated data from Anna’s Archive, a shadow library search engine.
Cisco wants to build data centers in space for AI
Cisco's senior executive, Jeetu Patel, predicts the advent of space data centres to address power and infrastructure constraints in the near future.
DNA nanodevices could change how we spot brain diseases
Indian biologist Yamuna Krishnan is using DNA-based nanotechnology to investigate the inner workings of human cells, potentially revolutionizing disease diagnosis and treatment.
WhatsApp Web is finally getting group calls
WhatsApp is reportedly testing video calling support for its web version, aiming to compete with platforms like Zoom and Google Meet.
'Extinct' plant pops up in Australia after 60 years
A plant, Ptilotus senarius, believed extinct since 1967, has been rediscovered in a remote Australian region. The find highlights the role of digital platforms in conservation work.
Climate change is making Antarctic penguins breed earlier
Antarctic penguins have significantly advanced their breeding season, potentially due to climate change. This shift could disrupt their access to food and survival rates.
Amazon Echo Show 11 launched at ₹27,000: Check features
Amazon has launched its latest smart home device, the Echo Show 11, in India. The device was first unveiled globally three months ago.
Amazon Echo Show 11 launched in India: Price, features, more
Amazon has launched the Echo Show 11 in India, featuring an 11-inch display and hands-free voice controls, priced at Rs. 26,999.
OpenAI's revenue skyrockets 233% to $20B in 2025
OpenAI, the artificial intelligence (AI) research lab behind ChatGPT, has posted a massive jump in its annual revenue.
Xbox Cloud Gaming could soon go free with ads
Xbox Cloud Gaming, the popular cloud-based gaming service from Microsoft, is rumored to be gearing up for a major expansion.
Chrome users, heads up: CERT-In flags a big WebView security bug
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a medium severity warning about a new security vulnerability in Google's Chrome browser.
Severe solar radiation storm could disrupt flights, satellites—and spark auroras tonight
The most powerful solar radiation and geomagnetic storms in over two decades are currently impacting Earth, according to US space weather officials.
'Physical AI' becoming $1T industry by 2030: What is it?
HCLTech CEO C. Vijayakumar, referencing analysts' predictions, mentioned that "physical AI" is expected to grow into a trillion-dollar industry by 2030.
EU mandating 'Made in Europe' label for green tech purchases
The European Union (EU) is preparing to introduce "made in Europe" requirements for public procurement of key green technologies.
Musk's xAI building 'elite unit' to recruit top AI talent
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, xAI, is on the hunt for an "elite unit" of talent engineers.
Solar storm alert! X-class flare and CME racing toward Earth
The Sun has unleashed a powerful X-class solar flare, along with a fast-moving coronal mass ejection (CME) headed straight for Earth.
Artemis II mission: How to send your name to Moon
NASA is gearing up for a historic space exploration mission, the Artemis II.
NASA's Antarctic balloon campaign complete: What was the goal?
NASA has successfully concluded a scientific balloon campaign over Antarctica, which began in early December.
Attention! Fake DigiLocker apps can drain your bank accounts
Security researchers have flagged the re-emergence of fake DigiLocker apps on the Google Play Store.
China's new submarine can target US from its home waters
China has unveiled its latest strategic asset, the Type 096 Tang-Class ballistic missile submarine.
Apple to bring OLED displays to iPads, Macs starting 2026
Apple is gearing up for a major transition to OLED display technology in its iPad and Mac product lines between 2026 and 2028.
Stealthy 'GhostPoster' malware siphons data, ad-revenue through fake browser extensions
A sophisticated malware campaign dubbed "GhostPoster" has been targeting users of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.
World's first ice vault opens in Antarctica: What's it for?
A team of European scientists has unveiled the Ice Memory Sanctuary, a unique ice vault in Antarctica. The facility is dedicated to preserving glacier ice cores for research purposes.
ChatGPT now tells how it feels about you (via image)
A new trend is taking over social media, with users sharing AI-generated images of how they think their chatbot perceives them. The trend has raised the question: Is your AI assistant overworked?
Micron warns of 'unprecedented' memory chip shortage due to AI
Micron Technology, a major supplier for NVIDIA, has warned that the ongoing memory chip shortage is worsening.
iPhone 18 Pro leak shows hidden Face ID, advanced cameras
A recent leak has revealed the design and key hardware specifications of Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro.
Google adds 'Answer Now' for faster replies in Gemini app
Google has introduced a new feature, "Answer Now," in its Gemini app.
You can soon participate in group calls on WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow group voice and video calls on its web client.
Why ISRO's Gaganyaan mission faces fresh delays
India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission, the first-ever human spaceflight program, could see a slight delay.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra arriving next month: Check key upgrades
Samsung is gearing up for the launch of its next flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The device is likely to be unveiled as early as next month.
What is ChatGPT Salute? Leak reveals OpenAI's next big feature
OpenAI is said to be testing a major update for its ChatGPT web app.
X lags behind Threads in daily mobile users
Meta's social media platform, Threads, has overtaken Elon Musk's X in terms of daily active users on mobile devices.
China's new 'microscopic scalpel' could revolutionize chip supply chains
Chinese nuclear scientists have developed a state-of-the-art "microscopic scalpel," a high-energy hydrogen ion implanter called POWER-750H.
This is a more eco-friendly way to recycle lithium batteries
Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Beijing Institute of Technology have developed an innovative technique for recycling lithium batteries.
32 light-years: This is the longest stellar jet ever recorded
Astronomers have used the Hubble Space Telescope to observe a massive protostar, 20 times larger than our Sun, illuminating interstellar clouds.
Indian Navy, BEL develop software for operating unmanned ships
The Indian Navy's Weapons and Electrical Engineering Systems Establishment has partnered with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) to create an indigenous software for operating unmanned surface vessels.
'Why should Americans fund AI in India?' Trump aide questions
Peter Navarro, White House trade adviser, has sparked a controversy by questioning why American resources are being used to power artificial intelligence (AI) services in India.
Grok is still accessible in Malaysia despite ban
Despite Malaysia's recent ban on Grok, a generative AI tool capable of creating explicit images, the technology remains accessible in the country.
Windows 11 update causing PC shutdown: How to fix it
Microsoft's January 2026 security update for Windows 11, released as KB5073455, is causing some unexpected behavior.
Trump administration wants tech firms to fund new power plants
The Donald Trump administration and a bipartisan group of governors are pushing PJM Interconnection, the largest electricity market in the US, to conduct a power auction.
Why Disney deleted a post on Threads
Disney recently made a post on social media platform Threads, asking netizens to share quotes from its movies.
This ocean robot can withstand a Category 5 hurricane
Anahita Laverack, who initially aimed to become an aerospace engineer, has made significant advancements in ocean data collection with her company Oshen.
WhatsApp to partner with a new GIF provider
WhatsApp is preparing to replace Tenor with Klipy as its GIF provider.
Musk's xAI is hiring Hindi, Bengali speakers to train Grok
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI, is on the lookout for native Hindi and Bengali speakers.
Does paracetamol cause autism? UK study says otherwise
A systematic review published in The Lancet has debunked US President Donald Trump's controversial claim that paracetamol causes autism.
X revamps payouts: $1M for top article, new monetization model
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, has announced a new monetization model for content creators.
California orders Musk's xAI to stop generating obscene images
The California Attorney General's office has launched an investigation into Elon Musk's xAI.
YouTube now allows more controversial content to earn full revenue
YouTube has updated its advertiser-friendly content guidelines, allowing more videos on controversial issues to earn full ad revenue.
'Wikilaundering': PR firm accused of commissioning favourable Wikipedia edits
Portland Communications, a leading public relations (PR) firm founded by Tim Allan, has been accused of manipulating Wikipedia pages to favor its clients.