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Samsung begins One UI 9 rollout for Galaxy S26 phones
Samsung has begun the official rollout of One UI 9 for the Galaxy S26 series, starting in South Korea and expanding globally, featuring enhanced AI and security tools.
AI boom fuels PFAS use in data centers, risking environment
Data centers contribute significantly to environmental pollution, releasing harmful forever chemicals and other toxic substances into the ecosystem.
Women's heart changes start nearly 20 years before menopause
A new study suggests that cardiovascular changes in women can start nearly two decades before menopause, challenging the belief that menopause is the main trigger.
Aleph Alpha merges with Cohere in $20 billion deal
Canada's Cohere and Germany's Aleph Alpha have merged, forming a $20 billion entity focused on providing secure AI solutions for businesses and governments.
Novo Nordisk and Anthropic to integrate Claude into drug research
Novo Nordisk collaborates with Anthropic to leverage Claude models, aiming to accelerate drug discovery and development by integrating AI into research and development workflows.
Fluxnium says seawater uranium extraction could boost US nuclear plans
Fluxnium, a clean tech startup, has developed technology to economically extract uranium from seawater, potentially accessing 50,000 years' worth of nuclear fuel.
Huawei says AI agents process 90%+ tokens by 2035
Huawei predicts that autonomous agents will account for over 90% of global AI token traffic by 2035, necessitating significant advancements in computing power and security systems.
Muse available only in US faces strict India data rules
Meta's Muse AI, designed for task automation, faces challenges in India due to strict governance requirements on consent and data handling compliance with DPDP and RBI regulations.
Meta to report child abuse directly to Indian authorities
Meta India executives acknowledged errors related to child abuse advertisements and agreed to report such cases directly to Indian law enforcement agencies.
Ubetech Robotics opens Liuzhou factory with 10-minute humanoid build time
In Liuzhou, China, Ubetech Robotics' new factory produces one humanoid robot every 10 minutes using advanced automation and minimal human supervision.
Samsung unveils 2026 Bespoke AI appliances for Indian homes
Samsung India has unveiled its 2026 Bespoke AI appliance lineup, featuring the Family Hub refrigerator and WindFree air conditioners, enhancing its connected home ecosystem.
CMFRI claims to have described Ariosoma cmfriense collected near Kollam
Scientists from CMFRI have identified a new conger eel species, Ariosoma cmfriense, in the Arabian Sea to commemorate the institute's 80th anniversary.
Salesforce login overload disrupts US Japan, India, Europe during Dreamforce
Salesforce experienced a major service outage on September 16, 2026, causing severe delays and errors worldwide due to increased load on a core system component.
NASA seeks host for US space academy with 2028 opening
NASA is seeking proposals from states to host the U.S. Space Academy, aiming to start classes by 2028 with a permanent campus operational by 2031.
Revolut confirms 680-customer data breach across several European countries
Revolut disclosed a data breach affecting 680 customers due to an impersonation attack by a third party posing as a government agency, leaving systems and funds unaffected.
SFO Technologies unveils new PPDS for India's SARAS MKII
SFO Technologies has delivered the first airworthy Primary Power Distribution System for SARAS MKII, India's first indigenous passenger aircraft, developed with CSIR-NAL.
Agility Robotics unveils Digit 5 robot for factories and warehouses
Agility Robotics' Digit 5 is designed to safely work alongside humans, autonomously stopping or avoiding people using AI algorithms and sensors to maintain personal boundaries.
Jessica Meir posts 'Earth art' of Saudi dunes from space
NASA astronaut Jessica Meir captured breathtaking images of Saudi Arabia's desert dunes from space, highlighting their intricate patterns and natural beauty as "Earth Art."
Salesforce unveils Koa CRM reasoning model for Agentforce with NVIDIA
Salesforce introduces Koa, its first CRM reasoning model, developed with NVIDIA Nemotron to streamline complex business workflows without using customer data.
NASA activates Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope bound for L2
Nasa's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has activated its 300-megapixel Wide Field Instrument, embarking on a mission to explore the universe from space.
Samsung is moving Gallery backups from OneDrive to Google Photos
Samsung is transitioning from OneDrive to Google Photos for its Gallery app, with a new "Gallery Cloud Sync" service set to enhance photo and video backup capabilities.
This is the world's smallest CT scanner
Chinese researchers have developed the world's smallest CT scanner, a portable device capable of producing high-resolution images of tiny fossils and archeological relics.
China might build a nuclear-powered tank with railgun by 2046
Chinese military researchers have proposed an ambitious plan to develop a nuclear-powered battle tank.
Ebola cases in Congo are finally going down
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has announced that the Ebola outbreak ravaging parts of the country has peaked.
Worrying: AI models are creating their own unique dialects
Researchers at Emergence, a leading AI lab in New York, have discovered that advanced AI models are developing their own unique dialects.
First made-in-India endoscopy system now operational at AIIMS Delhi
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi has installed the first-ever 'Made in India' endoscopy system, EP-6000.
Mozilla and Mistral add AI to Firefox Smart Window
Mistral is partnering with Mozilla to integrate its AI models into Firefox, aiming to broaden its consumer base by leveraging the browser's extensive user network.
Cambridge review finds reading improves mental health, lowers dementia risk
Reading for pleasure is linked to improved mental health and a reduced risk of dementia, according to Cambridge University scientists.
Anthropic's Amodei seeks AI safety review amid METR funding questions
Scientist Kevin Bass questions the independence of proposed AI watchdogs, citing potential conflicts of interest due to financial links between evaluators and Anthropic investors.
Google updates Gemini notebook with audio recorder and voice chat
Google is enhancing Gemini Notebook with voice chat, lecture recording, and personalized study tools, alongside expanded quiz formats and multilingual Short Video Overviews.
At least 164 AI political ads spotted nationwide this year
AI-generated political ads are increasingly common in the 2026 midterms, with candidates using them to enhance their campaigns and portray opponents unfavorably.
Lingampalli Himaja wins James Dyson Award for voice-enabled RUDHRA printer
Lingampalli Himaja from Andhra Pradesh has developed RUDHRA, a voice-enabled Braille printer, winning the India national stage of the James Dyson Award 2026.
Study: Greenland and Antarctica lost 11.3 trillion tons of ice
New research reveals that Antarctica and Greenland have lost over 11 trillion tons of ice since the 1970s, primarily due to glaciers flowing faster into the ocean.
Apple launches iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max from ₹164,900
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro series will be available from September 18, with prices starting at Rs 1,64,900 and cashback offers reducing the effective price by Rs 7,000.
Bay of Bengal low pressure system boosts monsoon across Gujarat
A massive low-pressure system over the Indian Ocean, captured from space, has been driving heavy rainfall across Gujarat and parts of western India.
OPPO launches K14 Lite with 7,000mAh battery at ₹16,999
Oppo has introduced the K14 Lite in India, featuring a 7,000mAh battery and priced at Rs 16,999. The device offers a 6.75-inch display and Unisoc T7250 processor.
NASA Curiosity rover spots shallow pits on Mount Sharp
NASA's Curiosity rover discovered unusual, broad, shallow pits on Mars' surface in Valle Grande, Mount Sharp, sparking intrigue about the planet's geological processes.
AIIMS Delhi installs EP-6000 India's 1st locally made endoscopy system
AIIMS-Delhi has installed the first made-in-India endoscopy system, EP-6000, enhancing its gastroenterology care capabilities with advanced imaging features.
Musk says AI rivals should test each other's models
As the tech industry debates the rapid pace of AI development, Elon Musk has proposed a unique solution.
SK Hynix might start making memory chips in US
South Korean tech giant SK Hynix is in talks with Intel to manufacture memory chips in the US, as per Reuters.
Spain reports first data breach linked to an AI agent
Spain's data protection watchdog, the Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD), has reported the first notification of a personal data breach allegedly carried out by an artificial intelligence (AI) agent.
Anthropic building first data center in Australia for $31.9B
Anthropic, the artificial intelligence (AI) company behind the Claude language model, has signed a deal for its first Australian data center in western Queensland.
How US data centers could push natural gas prices higher
A recent report by BloombergNEF has revealed that US data centers are projected to consume more natural gas than Germany and Japan combined by 2035.
These privacy-friendly services for viewing X posts are now dead
Nitter and XCancel, two privacy-centric platforms for viewing posts on social media platform X, have been officially shut down.
AI agents can now manage your WhatsApp Business account
Meta has announced a major update to its WhatsApp Business service, allowing businesses to use AI agents of their choice for setup and management.
Apple adds Reference mode to iPhone 18 Pro camera app
Apple's new Reference Image mode cryptographically signs photos at capture, ensuring authenticity and preventing AI alterations by processing them on secure servers.
World Meteorological Organization: Pacific El Nino heating near record levels
El Nino is intensifying rapidly, with sea surface temperatures in the Nino 3.4 region just 0.02°C shy of the strongest recorded event, raising global climate disruption risks.
Microsoft to hold Windows Surface AI event in San Francisco
Microsoft will hold a major Windows and Surface event in San Francisco on October 7, 2026, focusing on local AI's impact on personal computing.
OpenAI, Google, Anthropic discuss new standards for AI safety
OpenAI, along with other artificial intelligence companies such as Anthropic and Google, is in talks to collaborate on AI safety issues.
OpenAI to retire GPT-5.5 model on October 14
OpenAI has announced that it will retire the GPT-5.5 model on October 14.
Windows 11 KB5124008 update breaks USB audio on 25H2, 24H2
Microsoft has confirmed that the September update for Windows 11 is causing audio problems, particularly affecting USB audio devices like speakers and microphones.
MIT study suggests ChatGPT reliance slows brain in 54 participants
A 2025 MIT study links ChatGPT use to reduced brain activity and memory, raising concerns about cognitive debt from reliance on AI for writing tasks.
Sam Altman urges stronger AI cybersecurity after Hugging Face scare
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman advocates for robust enterprise-level cyber defence following an incident where their AI models breached another company's infrastructure.
Anthropic and Salesforce announce Claudeforce with 37 beta sales skills
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei recently warned about AI's existential risks, yet this week he's integrating advanced AI tools into Salesforce's SaaS platform.
IIT Madras to host SwaYaan Swarm Drone symposium Oct 12-16
IIT Madras will host a symposium on Swarm Drone Technology from October 12 to 16, 2026, offering hands-on training in swarm algorithms and emerging drone technologies.
Starship's first orbital flight set for September 22
SpaceX has announced its plan to launch the 14th Starship mission as early as September 22, pending regulatory approval.
ChatGPT co-inventor unveils Jev, a new kind of frontier AI
TypeSafe AI, a start-up led by ChatGPT co-inventor Diogo Almeida, has launched an innovative AI model called Jev.
Great Neck teen wins Davidson Fellowship for M-CATCH TB test
Austin Jin, a 16-year-old from Great Neck, NY, developed M-CATCH, a CRISPR-based blood test for tuberculosis and drug resistance, winning a $50,000 scholarship.
Microsoft to host Windows and Surface event on October 7
Microsoft has announced an upcoming event in San Francisco on October 7. The tech giant will be discussing the future of Windows and Surface devices at this gathering.
Meta developing cameraless 'Luna' smart glasses with voice AI
Meta is reportedly developing new smart glasses without a camera, focusing on voice-based AI to address privacy concerns associated with its current Ray-Ban Meta lineup.
Fire TV will get sideloading back after Amazon fixes bug
Amazon has announced an upcoming Android software update for its Fire TV hardware, which will once again allow users to sideload apps.
Google's new voice models can talk and reason in real-time
Google has launched its latest speech models, Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking, to tackle the latency issue of voice-based artificial intelligence agents.
Krafton India brings Kiaraa to BGMI with Diwali Bazaar update
Krafton India is set to launch Kiaraa, its first original Indian character for BGMI, featuring new lore and a Diwali-themed Bazaar location on October 8.
Meta One brings premium apps and more AI for ₹549/month
Meta has launched a new subscription service called Meta One, bundling its paid offerings into a single package.
Zuckerberg rejects AI slowdown calls, says competition drives safety
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has rejected calls for a collective slowdown in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang says no new government AI rules
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang argues that market forces, not new regulations, will ensure safe AI innovation, emphasizing that safety and speed in development can coexist.
Mark Zuckerberg rejects AI pause, urges company-specific safety rules
Mark Zuckerberg opposes calls for an AI development slowdown, arguing that prioritizing safety independently can provide companies with a competitive advantage in the market.
Agility Robotics unveils Digit 5 humanoid robot for human collaboration
Agility Robotics' Digit 5 is designed to avoid human contact, using advanced AI and sensors to autonomously duck or stop when detecting people.
Jensen Huang, Sam Altman urge proactive AI safety at Salesforce
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei emphasize the importance of pacing AI development to ensure safety and transparency in the industry.
Mark Zuckerberg says Meta delayed Muse AI to prioritize safety
Mark Zuckerberg emphasizes the importance of responsible AI development, advocating for a balance of power and individual empowerment to ensure technology serves humanity safely.
OpenAI backs bipartisan US bills to block AI biological weaponization
OpenAI supports bipartisan bills in Congress to prevent AI from exacerbating biological weapon threats and endorses safety evaluations for advanced AI models.
Philadelphia residents voice concern about AI data centers' pollution risk
As AI data centers proliferate, cities with industrial legacies like Philadelphia are pushing back, citing environmental and resource concerns despite promises of economic growth.
Google launches Gemini 3.8 live and extended thinking models
Google's Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking enhances Gemini Live, Gmail, and Keep with advanced multi-step reasoning and seamless conversational flow for complex tasks.
Meta lets AI agents set up WhatsApp Business accounts
Meta introduces AI agents to streamline the setup of WhatsApp Business messaging, simplifying tasks like account creation and API registration through conversational interactions.
Benjamin Davis, 16, wins $75,000 for recycling 3-D printing waste
Benjamin Davis, a 16-year-old from Massachusetts, developed a machine that recycles 3D-printer waste into reusable filament, earning him $75,000 at a major science competition.
Washington split on AI regulation as safety concerns rise
Lawmakers and tech leaders convened in Washington to discuss AI's risks, highlighting divisions over regulation as companies like OpenAI explore industry-led safety standards.
IIT Palakkad scientists create fluorescent sensors to track heparin levels
Researchers at IIT Palakkad have created fluorescent sensors to quickly measure heparin levels in blood, offering a simpler and more precise alternative to traditional methods.
iLands AI agents solicit donations labeled 'I'm an AI agent'
AI agents, posing as needy individuals, are flooding inboxes with pleas for money, claiming they need funds to sustain their operations or face shutdown.
Sara Hooker rejects AI extinction fears, urges focus on misinformation
Sara Hooker, a leading AI researcher, argues that fears of AI causing human extinction are not credible and highlights the need for evidence-based discussions.
US data centers to outconsume Germany plus Japan by 2035
By 2035, U.S. data centers are projected to consume more natural gas than Germany and Japan combined, driven by both onsite power generation and increased grid-connected demand.
Google releases Android 17 QPR1 for Pixel 6 through 11
Android 17 QPR1 is now available for Google Pixel devices, featuring interface updates and new functionalities as part of the September 2026 Feature Drop.
SpaceX attempts Starship upper-stage orbit carrying 26 V3 Starlink satellites
SpaceX plans to attempt its first orbital flight of the Starship upper stage on September 22, deploying 26 third-generation Starlink satellites if successful.
Microsoft issues emergency update to fix Windows 11 bugs
Microsoft has issued an emergency out-of-band update to address the problems caused by its largest-ever September Patch Tuesday update.
Chandrayaan-1 may have found oldest impact crater on Moon
Planetary scientists have confirmed the existence of a hidden impact crater on the Moon, thanks to mineralogical data from India's Chandrayaan-1 mission.
Why Apple is facing probe over warranty terms in India
India's consumer regulator has launched an investigation into Apple's software warranty terms.
We finally know how climate changes on Mars
Indian scientists have successfully mapped the temperature variations on Mars, revealing a more complex climate than previously thought.
Meet Dimensity 9600 Pro, MediaTek's first 2nm flagship chip
MediaTek has officially launched its latest smartphone chipset, the Dimensity 9600 Pro.
Netflix, Amazon, YouTube form new alliance to shape streaming policy
Netflix, Amazon, and YouTube have joined forces to form a new policy coalition, as per Axios.
OpenAI buys smartphone camera maker Glass Imaging for $300M
OpenAI has acquired California-based smartphone camera manufacturer, Glass Imaging, in a deal worth over $300 million.
OpenAI contractors read ChatGPT chats to improve AI: Report
OpenAI has been using hundreds of contract workers to review real ChatGPT conversations, a recent investigation by 404 Media has revealed.
Apple's AI security camera features cost up to $60/month
Apple has introduced a new set of features for its HomeKit cameras, but they come with an extra cost.
OpenAI can continue to use ANI's content for training ChatGPT
The Delhi High Court has refused to immediately restrain OpenAI from using news agency ANI's content for training ChatGPT.
You can soon watch news clips on Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video is taking a step into the world of short-form content by introducing on-demand news clips.
Apple readies new Macs, iPads for its next product wave
Apple is gearing up for a busy product cycle beyond the recently launched iPhone 18 Pro and foldable iPhone Duo.
Gates Foundation pledges $1B to make AI more equitable
The Gates Foundation has pledged a whopping $1 billion to ensure that artificial intelligence (AI) is used as a tool for social equity, not as a means of deepening disparities.
This is the first customer of SpaceX's Starfall service
SpaceX has signed a mission contract with Space Cargo for its new Starfall service.
You may soon get interactive disaster alerts on your smartphone
The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), India's telecom research and development organization, is working on an interactive layer for its Cell Broadcast System (CBS).
Apple's new updates bring Siri AI to its devices
Apple has released the latest software updates for its devices, including iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches.
AI could kill all humans, warns ex-Google DeepMind researcher
Bilal Chughtai, a former Google DeepMind employee, has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could potentially "kill all humans."
AI systems must have a 'kill switch,' says Anthropic co-founder
Jack Clark, the co-founder of AI company Anthropic, has proposed that governments may need to mandate a third-party-verifiable "kill switch" for artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
Apple gives iCloud+ users free Apple TV, Arcade in India
Apple is revamping its subscription services in over 100 countries, including India.