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Samsung launches Galaxy A27 5G with 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy A27 5G, featuring a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset and a robust 5,000mAh battery, alongside six years of software and security updates.
AMOC weakest in the last 1,000 years, risking colder European winters
The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) regulates Europe’s mild climate, but scientists warn it is now weaker than at any point in the last thousand years.
Helsinki study finds energy spike raised wood-burning pollution in Italy
Rising fossil fuel prices drive households to cheaper wood burning, increasing toxic air pollutants like benzo[a]pyrene and worsening public health risks, a new study reveals.
After Apple, Microsoft raises its Xbox console prices
Microsoft has announced a major price hike for its Xbox consoles, effective globally from August 1.
CRED launches AI coach explaining credit scores in real time
CRED has unveiled an AI-powered credit coaching tool to help users monitor and improve their credit scores, offering real-time insights and personalised guidance.
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.
Apple raises prices for Macs, iPads, and accessories in India
Apple has raised prices across Macs, iPads, Apple TV, and HomePod in India due to soaring memory and storage costs, while iPhone prices remain unchanged for now.
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.
California launches AI-Unemployment tracker after Oracle announced 21,000 AI layoffs
California introduces the AI-Unemployment Tracker to monitor job losses linked to artificial intelligence, addressing growing concerns over AI's impact on employment.
US government asks OpenAI to delay GPT-5.6 public rollout
The US government has reportedly asked OpenAI to stagger the release of its GPT-5.6 model, citing growing concerns over advanced AI capabilities and national security implications.
Texas A&M scientists regrow amputated mouse digits with 2 proteins
Scientists have successfully triggered complex tissue regeneration in mice using two proteins, challenging the belief that mammals can only heal injuries with scar tissue.
Elon Musk expands X Money to US X Premium users
Elon Musk advances his "everything app" vision with the rollout of X Money, a digital payments service integrated into the platform, initially available to select US premium users.
Hi3D update streamlines AI-generated designs into 3D prints using 3MF
Hi3D streamlines the journey from AI-generated models to physical manufacturing with automated workflows, intelligent print preparation, and seamless hardware integrations.
India launched BharatGen December 2024 led by IIT Bombay ₹1,058.82cr
India risks remaining a consumer of AI unless it develops foundational models, warns BharatGen, a non-profit consortium leading efforts under the ₹10,372-crore national AI mission.
Cambridge team finds NANOG required for embryo stem cell formation
Disabling the _NANOG_ gene in human embryos halts their development, redirecting cells to form support structures instead of the building blocks for a fetus.
Amazon drops Fire TV Stick 4K Select to $17
Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Select is now just $17, a massive 55% discount, making it the most affordable and reliable option for upgrading your streaming experience.
Anker Soundcore Boom 2 on Amazon $85 for Prime members
The Soundcore Boom 2 Outdoor Speaker by Anker hits a new low this Prime Day, dropping from $130 to just $85 for Prime members and $90 for others.
YouTube Shorts adds 2x playback speed for faster viewing
YouTube Shorts now allows users to double playback speed, enabling quicker content consumption and easier navigation to favorite parts, as part of a broader platform enhancement.
Google issues 1st Fitbit Air firmware update with version change
Google has begun rolling out the first post-launch firmware update for Fitbit Air, version 20001.253.2, bringing bug fixes and general improvements to enhance user experience.
Prime Day 2026 brings streaming subscription discounts for Prime members
Apple TV and Paramount+ subscriptions are available for just $0.99/month for two months during Prime Day, offering access to hit shows like *Ted Lasso* and *Dutton Ranch*.
Indian and Taiwanese universities and AGEM sign semiconductor research agreement
Chennai Institute of Technology, National Formosa University, and AGEM Technology signed an MoU to advance semiconductor research and talent development.
Elon Musk's SpaceX rolls out Starmind space AI data centers
SpaceX is developing Starmind, an orbital AI satellite constellation designed to revolutionize computing by leveraging space-based data centres powered by continuous solar energy.
DuckDuckGo showed AI saying President Donald Trump died from rabies
DuckDuckGo's AI-powered search tool falsely claimed Donald Trump died of rabies, highlighting risks of integrating flawed AI models into platforms previously trusted for accuracy.
Geologists say Shively Fault in Humboldt County poses quake risk
Geologists have uncovered an active fault in Northern California's Shively area, capable of producing a magnitude 7 earthquake, following recent seismic activity nearby.
Polymarket to reimburse users after $3 million vendor hack
Hackers exploited a third-party vendor breach to steal users' funds from Polymarket, with reports suggesting losses of around $3 million in cryptocurrency from over 11 victims.
Ticketmaster and Google Wallet launch Android passes for live events
Ticketmaster is partnering with Google Wallet to introduce customizable event passes, offering branded visuals and action links for parking, upgrades, and more on Android devices.
Amazon cuts price of Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra to $919.99
The 256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, released in March, is now available for $919.99 (down from $1,099.99) during Prime Day, offering cutting-edge features at a steep discount.
Cornell develops DEER to restore lithium ion batteries to 95%
Cornell scientists developed an electrochemical bath that restores spent lithium-ion batteries to 95% capacity, reducing recycling costs and environmental impact.
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."
Google to allow external payment options on Play Store
Google has announced a major change in its Play Store billing rules.
Google to lose 2 more AI researchers to Anthropic
Google is set to lose two of its top artificial intelligence (AI) researchers, Jonas Adler and Alexander Pritzel, to rival firm Anthropic, as per a Bloomberg report.
China's 360 unveils AI rival to Anthropic's Mythos
Chinese cybersecurity firm, 360 Security Technology, has announced the development of two AI security tools as a domestic alternative to Anthropic's Mythos.
Microsoft's quantum chip claims under scrutiny
A peer-reviewed critique published in Nature has questioned Microsoft's claims about its Majorana 1 quantum computing chip.
Anthropic accuses Alibaba of world's biggest AI theft
US-based artificial intelligence (AI) company Anthropic has accused Chinese tech giant Alibaba of a massive intellectual property theft.
Meet Jalapeno, OpenAI's custom AI chip designed with Broadcom
OpenAI has unveiled its first custom artificial intelligence (AI) chip, named Jalapeno.
Adjusting your AC by just 1-degree can save you money
Raising your air conditioner's temperature setting by just one degree can have a major impact on your electricity bill.
Modi government notifies new telecom rules: What has changed?
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued new rules to implement the Telecom Act, 2023.
'GTA 6' pre-orders start tonight: Which edition should you buy?
Rockstar Games has confirmed that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) will begin at midnight local time on June 25.
AI could hurt small businesses, warns Cloudflare CEO
Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) agents could pose a threat to small businesses.
'Insult to AI': SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son dismisses bubble concerns
Masayoshi Son, the CEO and Founder of SoftBank Group, has dismissed concerns over an artificial intelligence (AI) bubble.
Japan shifted further east after 2011 earthquake, study reveals
A new study has uncovered a previously unknown seismic event that caused Japan to move eastward after the 2011 earthquake.
Google settles teen claims against YouTube before trial
YouTube has settled a lawsuit filed by a Florida teenager, adding to the growing number of legal challenges against social media platforms for their impact on children's mental health.
Most data centers vulnerable to floods and extreme winds: Study
A recent study by climate risk analytics firm First Street has revealed that nearly 80% of global data centers are vulnerable to extreme climate events.
Why Modi government is calling Telegram 'new dark web'
The Ministry of Home Affairs has flagged Telegram as "the new dark web" in a recent report.
Google Home now recognizes you by body size, clothing color
Google is enhancing its facial recognition capabilities for the Home app, making it less likely for smart home cameras to misidentify users.
ByteDance upgrades its AI video creation model
Chinese tech giant ByteDance has unveiled the latest version of its artificial intelligence (AI) video generator model, Seedance 2.5.
Meta plans prediction market app to rival Kalshi, Polymarket
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has asked his team to develop a prediction markets platform, according to a report by The New York Times.
Anthropic launches Claude Tag, an AI coworker for Slack
Anthropic has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool, Claude Tag, for Slack users.
China's LineShine becomes world's fastest supercomputer
China's LineShine supercomputer has been officially recognized as the world's fastest machine, surpassing its US counterpart, El Capitan.
Meta unveils $299 AI smart glasses under own brand
Meta has expanded its portfolio of smart glasses with the launch of a new line called "Meta Glasses."
AI models capable of cyberattacks months away, says Five Eyes
A coalition of international intelligence agencies has warned that advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models capable of launching major cyberattacks could be just months away.
Is Sakana AI's Fugu better than Anthropic's Claude Fable 5?
Tokyo-based artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Sakana AI has launched a new platform called Fugu.
South Korea's 'dopamine sites' let you enjoy fake shopping, dining
South Korean youngsters are increasingly drawn to "dopamine sites," a trend that is changing how they experience consumption.
This blood test could detect up to 50 cancers early
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is considering the Galleri blood test as a breakthrough device for early cancer detection.
Why prediction platform Kalshi has barred users in India
Kalshi, a US-based prediction market platform, has added India to its list of restricted jurisdictions.
SpaceX launches mission to demonstrate its Starfall re-entry capsule
SpaceX has launched its first-ever demonstration mission of the Starfall re-entry capsule.
SpaceX inks $1.8B/year data center deal with Reflection AI
SpaceX has signed a multi-year contract with Reflection AI, an artificial intelligence (AI) start-up.
Why Modi government will share PSLV technology with private companies
India is set to share its Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) technology with private companies.
This Chinese battery can withstand temperatures of up to 300°C
A team of Chinese scientists has developed a revolutionary lithium-ion battery that can withstand extreme temperatures.
AI law firm wins UK court case for 1st time
In a historic first, an artificial intelligence (AI) law firm has won a case in a UK court.
Micron partners with Anthropic on AI infrastructure
Micron Technology has signed a major agreement with AI innovator Anthropic.
Telegram returns in India after week-long ban
Telegram has resumed services for some users in India, a week after the government imposed a temporary ban over NEET paper leak concerns.
SpaceX to launch 1st 'Starfall' capsule today: What is it?
SpaceX is all set to launch its latest spaceflight technology, the 'Starfall' capsule, into space for the first time.
Instagram's TV app now supports longer videos, episodic series
Instagram is expanding its TV app with new features like longer videos, episodic series, and live creator experiences.
Why Claude may want to see your government ID
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, is planning to introduce identity verification for its Claude users.
Wikipedia blocked co-founder Larry Sanger from editing the website
Wikipedia co-founder Larry Sanger was recently blocked from editing the site indefinitely.
Microsoft to build massive natural gas power plant in Texas
Microsoft and Chevron have announced plans to build a massive 2.67-gigawatt natural gas power plant in West Texas.
This comet might be 3 times older than solar system
Astronomers have discovered that the interstellar comet 3I/Atlas could be nearly three times older than our solar system.
Hindi speakers can now test Amazon's Alexa+ in India
Amazon has invited select customers in India to test its latest conversational AI assistant, Alexa+.
Tata Electronics just suffered a massive data breach
Tata Electronics has confirmed a cybersecurity incident after over 200,000 files were found on the dark web.
Why Anthropic has joined hands with Micron
Micron Technology has entered into a strategic partnership with artificial intelligence (AI) firm Anthropic.
Microsoft update breaks Outlook email threads on Mac
Microsoft's latest update for Outlook has broken a basic but critical function, the ability to include the previous email in a reply.
Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot dies in plane crash
Claude Guillemot, the co-founder of French video game giant Ubisoft, has died at the age of 69.
Trump signs order to fast-track quantum computing
In a major move, President Donald Trump has ordered the development of a highly powerful quantum computer for scientific research.
OpenAI launches open-source bug-fixing initiative
In a major move, OpenAI has announced its "Patch the Planet" initiative, a global effort to improve the security of open-source software.
WhatsApp chief Will Cathcart steps down after 7 years
Will Cathcart, the head of WhatsApp for the past seven years, is stepping down from his position.
Super El Niño underway: NASA map confirms warmer-than-normal water temperatures
NASA has confirmed the onset of a Super El Niño. The confirmation comes from satellite observations of sea surface height across the Pacific Ocean.
Meta halts employee-tracking AI program after data leak
Meta has put a halt to its controversial employee tracking program, the Model Compatibility Initiative (MCI), after an internal security breach exposed sensitive data collected through the initiative.