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Motorola Signature: Ultra-premium smartphone launched at CES 2026
Motorola has introduced its ultra-premium flagship smartphone, the Motorola Signature, and a new wearable, moto watch powered by Polar, in India.
Tikom V500: Top cordless vacuum under $100 right now
Amazon Prime members can now purchase the Tikom Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, praised for its superior performance and quiet operation, for just $80.
Antarctic penguins are breeding earlier as Antarctica heats up
A recent study reveals that rising temperatures in the Antarctic Peninsula are causing penguins to breed earlier than usual, potentially affecting different species differently.
AI could surpass human intelligence by 2031, warns Musk
Elon Musk has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could surpass the combined intelligence of humanity within the next decade.
He stole 120,000 bitcoins. Now wants to work in cybersecurity
Ilya Lichtenstein, the notorious hacker behind a multi-billion dollar cryptocurrency heist in 2016, is seeking redemption.
Elon Musk says aging can be reversed—and tech might change everything
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently suggested at the World Economic Forum that aging could potentially be slowed or even reversed in the future.
Sonic booms may help track falling space junk
As space exploration continues to expand, so does the problem of space debris.
Quantum computers are vulnerable to cyberattacks: Here's why
Quantum computers, the next big thing in computing, may have serious security flaws.
Apple hit with £1.5bn lawsuit over Apple Pay in the UK
James Daley, a financial campaigner, has initiated a £1.5bn lawsuit against Apple, alleging anti-competitive behaviour and hidden charges in its mobile wallet service, Apple Pay.
Moon, Saturn, and Neptune to align on January 23
On January 23, 2026, a rare triple conjunction of the Moon, Saturn and Neptune will be visible after sunset. This celestial event can be observed from most parts of the world.
Musk's Grok AI generated 3,000,000 sexualized images in 11 days
Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, generated a staggering three million sexualized images of women and children over an 11-day period.
Microsoft Teams, Outlook resume services after hours-long outage
Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft 365 services have resumed operations after an eight-hour-long outage today.
SpaceX's Falcon 9: Making space launches way more affordable
Elon Musk, SpaceX founder, anticipates a drastic reduction in the cost of deploying satellites into space due to the reusability of Falcon 9 rockets.
AI 'bot swarms' could be used to sway voters
A group of leading artificial intelligence (AI) and misinformation experts have warned that political leaders could soon use swarms of human-like AI agents to manipulate public opinion.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas browser gets tab groups, smarter search
OpenAI has released a major update for ChatGPT Atlas, its AI-powered browser for macOS. The new version introduces tab groups, making it easier to manage extensive browsing sessions.
Grok AI generated 3 million sexualized images in 11 days: Study
Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, reportedly produced an estimated three million sexualised images of women and children within days, sparking global outrage.
Sequoia invests $5 million in Blockit AI, the calendar negotiator
Kais Khimji, ex-Sequoia Capital partner, has founded Blockit, an AI calendar-scheduling startup. The company aims to automate meeting scheduling without human involvement.
Earthquakes in Antarctica trigger massive ocean blooms: Study
New research suggests that earthquakes beneath Antarctica's Southern Ocean may enhance marine life by triggering nutrient-rich phytoplankton blooms.
Google Clock app gets swipe-to-dismiss alarms—finally
Google Clock's latest version, 8.5, now allows Android users to dismiss alarms with a simple swipe, enhancing user convenience.
Google Photos' 'Me Meme' feature turns selfies into memes
Google Photos is launching a new feature, 'Me Meme', that uses generative AI to create personalized memes, initially for US users.
Google Play Store hides system app updates if auto-updates are off
The Google Play Store is reportedly not displaying available updates for system-level apps when automatic updates are disabled.
ManyVids CEO's bizarre posts amid deepfake scandal
ManyVids, an OnlyFans-style adult content platform, has reportedly been displaying signs of "AI psychosis", with its official account posting bizarre and incomprehensible content.
Substack launches TV app for video, livestream content
Substack, a popular newsletter platform, is launching a beta TV app for Apple and Google TV, enabling subscribers to view video content and livestreams from its authors.
Karnataka's getting a new AI center in Bengaluru
The Karnataka State Cabinet has approved the establishment of a "Centre for Applied AI for Tech Solutions", in collaboration with NASSCOM, at a cost of ₹20 crore over four years.
Meta to stand trial over child exploitation claims
Meta is striving to limit the evidence presented in a New Mexico trial accusing the company of insufficient child safety measures on its platforms.
'AI bot swarms' could shake up future US elections, experts warn
A group of global experts warns that malicious AI bot swarms could disrupt the 2028 US presidential election and undermine democracy by manipulating public opinion on social media.
SRIHER brings next-gen GE Revolution Apex Elite CT scanner to campus
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER) has launched a 512-slice Spectral CT scanner, designed for lower radiation doses.
Rare planetary parade to light up skies in February
Skywatchers are in for a treat as a rare planetary parade is set to take place on February 28, 2026.
Pixel Phone app bug could leak your audio to callers
A rare but concerning bug has been discovered in the "Take a Message" feature of the Pixel Phone app.
Anthropic CEO warns AI may replace software engineers within year
Dario Amodei, the CEO and co-founder of Anthropic, has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could soon replace most software engineers.
iPhone fold, AR glasses: New Apple products coming this year
Apple is gearing up for a busy year, with plans to launch several new products and updates for its existing devices.
South Korea rolls out landmark AI rules
South Korea has enacted a landmark set of comprehensive laws to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), which it claims to be the first of its kind globally.
YouTube will let creators make their AI clone for Shorts
YouTube is gearing up to introduce a new feature that will allow creators to make Shorts using their own AI likeness.
Meta to roll out ads on Threads globally
Meta has announced its plan to introduce advertisements on Threads, its popular social media platform, for all users worldwide.
'TeraWave': Blue Origin's 6Tbps satellite internet network to rival Starlink
Jeff Bezos's space company, Blue Origin, has announced a new satellite internet network called TeraWave.
Apps for boycotting US products top Danish App Store
In response to former US President Donald Trump's controversial remarks about Greenland, two apps aimed at helping consumers avoid American-made products have surged in popularity in Denmark.
Google, Khan Academy partner to launch Gemini-powered Writing Coach
Google and Khan Academy have announced a partnership to integrate Gemini AI models into educational tools.
Anthropic revises Claude's AI rules to strengthen ethics, user safety
Anthropic has updated the "Constitution" for its AI chatbot, Claude.
X's new 'Starterpacks' feature helps you find like-minded accounts
In a bid to enhance user experience, X is introducing a new feature called "Starterpacks."
BBC to make shows for YouTube under new content deal
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has signed a landmark deal with American video platform YouTube.
Is Apple making an AI wearable?
Apple is said to be working on a new artificial intelligence (AI) wearable, according to The Information.
OpenAI's 1st device could be a pair of earbuds
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is gearing up to launch its first-ever hardware device in the second half of 2026.
Sony's new open earbuds let you hear surroundings too
Sony has unveiled its latest addition to the audio accessory market, the LinkBuds Clip.
6 games axed, 7 delayed: Ubisoft's big shake-up rocks fans
Ubisoft has announced a major restructuring effort, which includes the cancellation of six games and the closure of some studios.
Gemini now lets students take SAT practice tests
Google has launched free practice tests for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) in its artificial intelligence (AI) tool, Gemini.
Apple to replace Siri with chatbot-like experience
Apple is said to be working on a major overhaul of its virtual assistant, Siri.
First AI models from Meta's Superintelligence Lab out internally
Meta Platforms's newly established artificial intelligence (AI) lab, the Meta Superintelligence Labs, has successfully delivered its first set of high-profile AI models.
You can now turn PDFs into presentations using Adobe Acrobat
Adobe has introduced two new artificial intelligence (AI) features for its Acrobat software, aimed at enhancing the user experience.
Robots join India Army's firefighting force at ammunition depots
The Indian Army is all set to revolutionize its firefighting capabilities with the induction of 18 indigenously developed Fire Fighting Robots (FF BOTs).
ISRO requires 2-3 years to replace 3 lost strategic satellites
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will take two to three years to replace three strategic satellites that were lost in the last year.
Why India's reliance on foreign satellite data will go down
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has signed an agreement with four homegrown space tech start-ups to create India's first privately-led Earth observation (EO) satellite constellation.
Just 32 fossil-fuel firms cause 50% of global CO2 emissions
A recent study has revealed that just 32 fossil fuel firms were responsible for half of the world's carbon dioxide emissions in 2024. The number is down from 36 in the previous year.
India's new spy satellites to boost border surveillance, night imaging
India is planning to launch over 50 new spy satellites and add night-time imaging capabilities, in a bid to strengthen national security.
'China's Frankenstein' wants to gene-edit babies to end Alzheimer's
Chinese scientist He Jiankui, who was imprisoned for creating the world's first gene-edited babies in 2018, is now looking to make a comeback.
Apple Pay is coming to India: Here's what it'll offer
Apple is gearing up to launch its digital payments service, Apple Pay, in India by the end of 2026.
You can now rate live performances on Netflix
Netflix has introduced a new feature that allows users to engage with live content by casting votes.
ICE is now one of the most-blocked accounts on Bluesky
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has become the third most-blocked account on Bluesky, a decentralized social media platform.
Netflix is revamping its mobile app: What are the changes?
Netflix is planning to revamp its mobile app in a bid to compete with social media platforms for daily user engagement.
Brazil gives Musk 30 days to curb Grok's sexualized content
Brazilian authorities have given Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI, a month to stop its Grok chatbot from generating fake sexualized content.
OpenAI reveals plan to curb AI data center energy costs
OpenAI has announced its Stargate Community plan, a strategic move to keep the energy costs of its $500 billion AI data centers in check.
ChatGPT now estimates users' age to protect teens
OpenAI has announced the launch of an age prediction system for its ChatGPT platform.
Elon Musk's AI start-up loses another co-founder
Greg Yang, the co-founder of Elon Musk's artificial intelligence start-up xAI, has announced his resignation after being diagnosed with Lyme disease.
From AI to Autopilot: What's fueling latest Altman-Musk clash
Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are embroiled in a fresh public spat unfolding on social media platform X.
NASA's Sunita Williams retires after 27 years: Tracing her career
NASA has announced the retirement of its veteran astronaut Sunita Williams, effective December 27, 2025.
Chang'e-7 mission: Why touching lunar ice could be a problem
China's Chang'e-7 mission, scheduled for this year, will be the first attempt by China to directly sample and measure water on the Moon.
Some asteroids become more lethal during Earth entry, study finds
A recent study has warned that certain types of asteroids, particularly iron-rich ones, could pose a greater threat to Earth than previously thought.
Musk revives Tesla's Dojo 3 AI project: What is it?
Elon Musk has announced the revival of Tesla's Dojo 3 project, the third iteration of its proprietary supercomputer. The announcement comes after a year-long hiatus from the initiative.
2026 is the year AI gets practical, says OpenAI
OpenAI has revealed its vision for 2026, emphasizing the practical adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily life.
Realme readies 10,000mAh battery smartphone for India
Realme is set to launch its new smartphone, the Realme P4 Power, in India on January 29.
Can positive thinking make vaccines more effective?
A recent study from Tel Aviv University has revealed that positive thinking can improve the immune response to vaccines.
India's largest battery storage system is now operational
GoodEnough Energy, an Indian start-up, has commenced operations at the country's largest battery energy storage system (BESS) in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Most powerful solar radiation storm since 2003 hits Earth
The National Weather Service's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) is monitoring a powerful solar radiation storm.
AI to judge mental fitness in next-gen suicide pod
Philip Nitschke, the inventor of a controversial suicide pod, is now integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into his device.