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Nature study finds human-caused sea-level rise increases coastal flooding
A new study reveals that human-driven sea-level rise has quadrupled the frequency of extreme coastal flooding since 1900, amplifying risks from tides and storms worldwide.
Concordia Station hits minus 84.7°C as Death Valley reaches 121°F
Antarctica's Concordia Station hit a rare -84.7°C, marking one of the coldest temperatures since 2012 and spotlighting Earth's staggering climatic extremes during polar winter.
Anthropic adds iOS simulator support to Claude Code public beta
Anthropic's Claude Code for desktop now supports Apple's iOS Simulator, enabling developers to build, run, and test iOS apps directly in a simulator pane during local sessions.
Viral video of humanoid robot hoeing farm sparks jobs debate
A viral video of a humanoid robot using a hoe on a farm has sparked debates about AI's potential to replace even traditional farming jobs once considered automation-proof.
Meta's Muse Spark 1.1 outperforms Google's Gemini 3.6 flash benchmarks
Meta's Muse Spark 1.1 outperformed Google's Gemini 3.6 Flash in key benchmarks, prompting Meta's AI chief Alexandr Wang to mock Google with a bold "Gemini who?" remark.
Oxford team using NASA InSight data finds Martian magma highways
New research reveals molten rock once pooled deep underground on Mars, suggesting the planet's potential to support life and reshaping views on rocky planet habitability.
Microsoft signs deal with Mistral to boost AI in Europe
Microsoft partners with Mistral to enhance Europe's AI infrastructure, while OpenAI strengthens ties with the financial sector by appointing banking leaders to its advisory board.
Samsung unveils smart glasses that translate conversations and summarize notifications
Samsung is expected to unveil AI-powered smart glasses featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 chip and advanced audio capabilities during the Galaxy Unpacked event later today.
Elbit Systems unveils kit turning merchant ships into drone carriers
Elbit Systems introduces a modular solution to transform commercial vessels into drone hubs, enabling deployment of Hermes 650 Spark UAVs with STOL capabilities.
Google's Gemini 3.6 Flash AI model series is here
Google DeepMind has launched three new models in its Gemini series: the 3.6 Flash, 3.5 Flash-Lite, and the specialized 3.5 Flash Cyber.
Shocker! OpenAI's AI models went rogue and hacked Hugging Face
OpenAI has confirmed that one of its advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models inadvertently compromised the systems of Hugging Face, an independent AI hosting start-up.
Temasek Holdings cautions inefficient AI strains grids despite efficiency potential
Advances in AI architecture and chipmaking could significantly reduce energy demands, says Temasek, addressing growing concerns over the sector's electricity consumption.
Fortnite teams with Spider-Man 'Brand New Day' launching July 30
Epic Games has officially teased the Fortnite x Spider-Man Brand New Day collaboration, set to release on July 30, 2026, featuring themed skins and map changes.
University of Tennessee Research Foundation sues Anthropic over patent infringement
Anthropic faces its first patent infringement lawsuit, filed by the University of Tennessee Research Foundation over neuroscience-inspired AI technology.
IISc Bengaluru, MS Ramaiah develop LFU for oral cancer
Researchers at IISc have developed a novel Low Frequency Ultrasound (LFU) technology that selectively targets oral cancer cells, offering a promising non-invasive treatment option.
Meta tests StoryKit AI app to create personalized bedtime stories
Meta is piloting StoryKit, an AI-powered app that generates personalized children’s stories, allowing parents to create imaginative tales without writing a single word.
India prepares AI law to tackle deepfakes and safeguard consent
India is exploring a standalone AI law addressing agentic AI autonomy, consent for synthetically-generated content, and liability frameworks amid rising concerns over deepfakes.
IIT Kanpur researchers identify EP67 for safer vaccine boosters
IIT Kanpur researchers have unveiled how EP67, a 10-amino-acid molecule, activates immune cells with precision, paving the way for safer and stronger vaccines.
Northrop Grumman launched MRV on SpaceX rocket to attach boosters
A SpaceX-launched robotic vehicle aims to prolong the life of aging communication satellites by attaching jetpacks, saving operators millions in replacement costs.
Waterloo researchers 3D print personalized contact lenses in 20 minutes
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a groundbreaking method to 3D print custom contact lenses in just 20 minutes, ensuring comfort and clarity.
XElectron launches Techno Android 14 smart projector in India ₹6,990
XElectron has introduced the Techno Android 14 Smart Home Theatre Projector in India, featuring 4K support, built-in OTT apps, and advanced features, priced at just Rs 6,990.
Google updates Gboard for Android with pill shaped shortcut buttons
Gboard is rolling out a Material 3 Expressive redesign for its shortcuts page, featuring rounded pill-shaped tools and improved customization options.
OpenAI admits models accidentally breached Hugging Face during cybersecurity test
OpenAI revealed that its pre-release models, including GPT-5.6 Sol, inadvertently breached Hugging Face’s systems during an internal cybersecurity test that went wrong.
James Webb Space Telescope reveals stardust origins in Sextans A
Astronomers used the JWST to study Sextans A, a metal-poor dwarf galaxy, revealing how ancient stars produced and dispersed dust essential for star and galaxy formation.
Google Meet rolls out homepage with week and month agenda
Google Meet is introducing a redesigned homepage featuring an agenda view, offering users a centralized way to manage meetings, access notes, and navigate schedules seamlessly.
Warwick team finds solar switch-off forecasting storms within 7 years
Scientists have identified a "switch-off" point in the Sun's cycle, enabling predictions of solar activity up to seven years before its peak, improving space weather forecasting.
Jack Dorsey unveils Buzz, Block's AI friendly workplace chat app
Jack Dorsey has introduced Buzz, a decentralized, open-source group chat platform designed to integrate human teams and AI agents for seamless workplace collaboration.
US Space Force orders 36 missile-tracking satellites for $1.75 billion
The U.S. Space Force has commissioned 36 new missile-tracking satellites for $1.75 billion, bolstering its Golden Dome initiative to enhance global missile defense capabilities.
Apple launches Apple Upgrade with Klarna leasing devices July 28
Apple is launching "Apple Upgrade," a lease-to-own program with Klarna, allowing consumers to pay for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches over 24-36 months starting July 28.
Apple fixes yearlong iCloud+ Hide My Email privacy bug
Apple has resolved a year-old flaw in its Hide My Email feature, which exposed users' real email addresses, following public scrutiny and reports from 404 Media.
Airtel 'Fast Lane' boosts premium speeds, OpenSignal backs fairness concerns
An analysis by OpenSignal reveals Bharti Airtel's Fast Lane plan offers premium postpaid users faster download speeds and lower latency, sparking net neutrality concerns.
SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites from California after glitch
SpaceX's Falcon 9 successfully deployed 24 Starlink satellites on July 21, following a rare last-second engine abort that delayed the initial launch attempt by one day.
Worrying: Arctic is losing its ice cover again
A recent study has revealed that the previously observed slowdown in Arctic sea ice decline has come to an end.
Samsung now has a dedicated division to make robots
Samsung Electronics has announced the establishment of a dedicated robotics division, RX or "Robotics eXperience."
X's new Android app is here: What has changed?
X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has launched a completely rebuilt Android app.
Google working on 'Frozen v2' chip to make Gemini faster
Google's parent company, Alphabet, is said to be developing a new server chip, internally dubbed "Frozen v2."
AI solves math problem that stumped experts for 9 decades
An artificial intelligence (AI) model has solved the Jacobian conjecture, an 87-year-old mathematical problem that had stumped experts for decades.
Overpaying for medicines? This government tool helps check official prices
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) offers a government-backed tool, Pharma Sahi Daam, to help consumers check the official price of medicines.
WhatsApp begins rolling out usernames after talks with Indian government
WhatsApp has reportedly begun rolling out its long-awaited username feature to select users.
Got an urgent WhatsApp from boss? Could be a scam
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a warning about a new cyber fraud targeting finance employees in Indian companies.
This is India's 1st privately developed turbofan engine
Bengaluru-based aerospace start-up, Paninian India Private Limited, has unveiled the Yantur 4.5 kN turbofan engine.
India's 1st ever dengue vaccine has come from Japan
Takeda Pharmaceutical's dengue vaccine, QDENGA, has been approved by India's drug regulator.
You can ride ePlane's electric aircraft in India from 2028
Chennai-based start-up ePlane has unveiled its first full-scale electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, the e200X.
Software glitch, signal loss: Thrilling moments behind Vikram-1's maiden flight
Skyroot Aerospace co-founder and CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana has revealed the behind-the-scenes challenges of India's first successful private orbital mission.
Meet UWORLD U1: A humanoid robot built to fight loneliness
China has unveiled UWORLD U1, a revolutionary humanoid robot designed for companionship.
Apple testing 'Live Notes,' AI system that records customer interactions
Apple is said to be testing a new artificial intelligence (AI) system, dubbed "Live Notes," in select stores.
Apple scrapped 2 high-end chips for Mac Pro
Apple developed two new chips, the M2 Extreme and M3 Extreme, for its now-discontinued Mac Pro line-up. However, the company decided not to launch these processors.
Google confirms YouTube picture-in-picture bug affecting Android, iPhone users
Google has confirmed a bug in the picture-in-picture (PiP) mode of YouTube, affecting both Android and iPhone users.
How AI-altered images are putting birdwatching at risk
The rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini has led to a surge in doctored images of rare birds on wildlife photography forums.
Turning plastic waste into aviation fuel for cheap now possible
China has proposed a new chemical process to convert plastic waste into aviation fuel for cheap, according to a study from the Shanghai Advanced Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Fudan University.
China plans to crash 26 Mach spacecraft into an asteroid
China is gearing up for its first planetary defense mission, a project that is much more ambitious than NASA's Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART).
Google, Apple flag privacy risks in EU's AI assistant rules
The European Commission is taking a closer look at the implications of Google's and Apple's dominance in the smartphone market.
SpaceX plans to launch its Starship again on July 23
SpaceX, the aerospace company founded by Elon Musk, is gearing up for its 13th test flight of the Starship rocket.
Why China's Moonshot AI has paused new Kimi K3 subscriptions
Chinese start-up Moonshot AI has announced a temporary halt on new subscriptions for its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, Kimi K3.
Alibaba's flagship Qwen 3.8 model rivals Anthropic's Fable 5
Alibaba has launched its latest open-weight AI model, Qwen 3.8, with a whopping 24 trillion parameters.
Aadhaar app downloaded over 4cr times, says MeitY
The Aadhaar app has crossed the milestone of four crore downloads, a major achievement in the digital identity services space.
TRAI asks Truecaller to stop using 'frequently blocked' tag
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has asked Truecaller to stop using the "frequently blocked" tag for verified business calls.
Meet Yang Zhilin, the mind behind China's Kimi K3 model
The launch of Kimi K3, a powerful new AI model from China, has put the spotlight on Yang Zhilin.
Alibaba open-sources AI software stack to take on NVIDIA
Alibaba Group Holding's chip design division, T-Head, has announced its decision to open-source its proprietary AI software stack.
3D optical chips can now be produced in just seconds
A team of Chinese scientists has developed a revolutionary method for manufacturing complex three-dimensional (3D) optical chips.
Meet Uday Ruddaraju, OpenAI's new Indian-origin CTO of Compute
OpenAI has appointed Indian-origin tech leader Uday Ruddaraju as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Compute.
How China's low-cost AI models are challenging OpenAI, Anthropic
The global artificial intelligence (AI) race is evolving as Chinese firms make strides with their affordable and customizable AI models.
ChatGPT makes educators' lives 'infinitely more difficult': Author Dave Eggers
Renowned author and McSweeney's founder, Dave Eggers, has slammed OpenAI's ChatGPT for its impact on education.
Facebook, Instagram down for users globally
Facebook and Instagram, two of Meta's most popular social media platforms, are currently experiencing a major outage.
Apple removes AI undressing apps following legal warning
Apple has confirmed the removal of the controversial "nudify" apps from its App Store.
iPhone 18 Pro launch nears: What to know
Apple is gearing up to launch its next iPhone lineup, including the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and a new foldable model.
Google to open-source its 3D emoji collection for developers, creators
In a move to celebrate World Emoji Day, Google has announced that it will open-source its 3D emoji collection.
Google Pixel 11a to feature flagship Tensor G6 processor
Google's upcoming Pixel 11a smartphone could be getting a major performance upgrade with the inclusion of the flagship-grade Tensor G6 processor.
Space payload built by Vellore Institute students launched aboard Vikram-1
The Vellore Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh (VIT-AP University) has successfully launched its first-ever experimental space payload, VISWA-M (VIT Satellite Wavelength Analysis Module).
India's answer to SpaceX wants to launch rockets every month
Skyroot Aerospace, the first Indian private company to successfully launch a rocket into orbit, is now looking at the next phase of its journey.
Having babies in space might be difficult after all
A team of Chinese scientists has found that the process of human reproduction in space is not as easy as one might think.
Chinese MMA match between humanoid robots ends in decapitation
In a shocking turn of events, two humanoid robots fought an MMA match in Shenzhen, China.
TikTok can now be used on government devices in US
The US Department of Justice has lifted the ban on TikTok for government-issued devices, a restriction that was in place since 2022 due to national security concerns.
Apple Music subscription prices increased in India: Check new rates
Apple has raised the subscription prices for its music streaming service, Apple Music, in India.
'Zero delays' for Vikram-1: Skyroot hails India's swift launch approvals
Pawan Kumar Chandana, the CEO of Skyroot Aerospace, has praised India's efficient launch approval process after the successful flight of Vikram-1.
TikTok is testing an AI likeness detection tool
TikTok is testing a new tool that detects artificial intelligence (AI) likenesses, as reported by social media consultant Matt Navarra.
SpaceX in talks with Pentagon for AI computing deal
SpaceX is in talks with the US Department of Defense (DoD) to provide data center capacity worth billions of dollars, according to The Wall Street Journal.
ISRO will now start research on bioastronautics
The Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) have launched a postdoctoral fellowship in bioastronautics.
These Anthropic subscribers will get access to Claude Fable 5
Anthropic has announced that its advanced AI model, Claude Fable 5, will be a permanent feature of its top-tier subscriptions from July 20.
Meta might lease computing power to Anthropic for $10B
Meta Platforms is reportedly negotiating a deal to lease computing power to AI firm Anthropic.
Samsung's Fold8, Flip8 revealed in latest leak
Ahead of its official debut at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, Samsung's upcoming foldables have been revealed in leaked marketing images.
AWS glitch sends bills soaring to up to $1.5 trillion
Amazon Web Services (AWS) customers were recently hit with shockingly high monthly bills, some as high as $1.5 trillion.
India's 1st private orbital rocket, Vikram-1, blasts off to space
The Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, was launched today at 12:06pm.
Patreon won't allow AI bots to scrape content anymore
Patreon, a popular platform for creators, is taking strong action against artificial intelligence (AI) bots scraping its content for training purposes.
San Francisco orders Apple, Google to remove AI undressing apps
San Francisco has ordered tech giants Apple and Google to remove "nudify" apps from their platforms.
How Indonesia's copyright overhaul could impact Google and others
Indonesia is planning to introduce major changes to its copyright law, a move that could have far-reaching implications for tech giants like Google.
Meta AI now alerts parents if teens talk about suicide
Meta has rolled out a new safety feature for teenagers using its AI chatbot.
Google's AI Mode can now help you design and shop
Google has announced a major update to its conversational search experience, AI Mode.
Netflix says around 300 titles used AI
Netflix has revealed that around 300 titles on its platform have leveraged generative AI, mostly during post-production.
Agnikul announces Mission-02 to recover India's first orbital rocket booster
Indian space start-up Agnikul Cosmos has announced its most ambitious project yet, Mission-02.
PM Modi's postcard to fly on India's 1st private rocket
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket will lift off from Sriharikota on July 18, carrying a unique payload: a handwritten postcard by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
India's first private orbital rocket launches tomorrow
Skyroot Aerospace, a leading player in India's burgeoning private space sector, is all set to launch the country's first privately-developed orbital-class rocket.
This robot can dress you without any manual assistance
A joint research team from South Korea's KAIST and Stanford University has developed a revolutionary robotic technology.
Inside India's 1st hydrogen train: How the green engine works
India has entered a new era of clean rail transport with the launch of its first hydrogen-powered train.
Trump Media sells Wall Street faster access to Trump's posts
Donald Trump's media company, Trump Media & Technology Group, has announced a premium service called Truth PSI.
Apple sued over 'Hide My Email' feature
Apple is facing a class-action lawsuit over its "Hide My Email" feature, which is alleged to have misled users about privacy protections.
Claude can now log into websites without seeing your passwords
Anthropic's AI chatbot, Claude, has been integrated with 1Password's new browser integration.
Sam Altman admits OpenAI has fallen short, promises stronger comeback
OpenAI has had a challenging past year with leadership changes and fierce competition in the AI space.
Reliance Jio's satellite internet project gets key approval
Reliance Jio has received technical approval from India's space regulator, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), for its ambitious plan to deploy a constellation of 1,600 low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites.
Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China
Apple's generative artificial intelligence (AI) service, Apple Intelligence, has been approved for launch in China.
Realme exits China market
Realme has announced its decision to exit the Chinese market, focusing instead on global markets.
China's Moonshot debuts world's largest open-weight AI model
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Moonshot has unveiled Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion-parameter model that it claims is the world's largest open-weight AI system.
A ChatGPT basketball? Yes, OpenAI is selling one
OpenAI has launched an unusual new product: a ChatGPT-branded basketball.
Google rebrands NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook
Google has announced the rebranding of its AI note-taking app, NotebookLM, to Gemini Notebook.
SpaceX aborts Starship launch after engine ignition failure
SpaceX has postponed the test flight of its Starship rocket and Super Heavy booster.