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Three-planet parade features Venus Jupiter 1.6-degree separation June 9
Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury align this week in a stunning celestial display. The highlight occurs on June 9, with Venus and Jupiter appearing just 1.6 degrees apart.
University of Toronto AI worm infects almost 75% of devices
University of Toronto researchers unveil AI-driven malware capable of autonomous spread, real-time adaptation, and near-zero operational costs.
Apple's Tim Cook is stepping down, John Ternus to succeed
Tim Cook is set to deliver his final keynote as Apple's CEO at WWDC 2026, marking the end of his transformative 14-year leadership before John Ternus takes over.
Anthropic's Claude Mythos finds decades old bugs, raises security concerns
O Claude Mythos, novo modelo de IA da Anthropic, supera humanos em tarefas de segurança cibernética, gerando preocupações globais sobre seu impacto no sistema financeiro e digital.
Scientists find evidence Sagittarius A blows steady winds clearing gas
Astronomers have uncovered evidence of gentle winds from Sagittarius A*, the Milky Way's supermassive black hole, using advanced radio telescopes after decades of research.
NASA-backed study says Jupiter may have delivered ingredients for life
A NASA-backed study reveals Jupiter's massive gravity likely redirected life-essential elements like phosphorus and nitrogen to Earth, shaping the conditions for life’s emergence.
CBSE shifts exam records, answer sheets to government AWS servers
CBSE has transferred all examination data from Coempt Eduteck to government-managed AWS servers, aiming to enhance data security and address cybersecurity concerns.
IIT Mandi introduces 3 BTech programs in quantum and analytics
IIT Mandi has introduced a BTech in Quantum Science and Engineering, focusing on quantum computing, communication, sensing, and hardware integrated with AI and mathematics.
Dario Amodei devotes almost 40% of time to Anthropic culture
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei dedicates up to 40% of his time to fostering company culture, prioritizing mission alignment and candid communication over solely engineering AI systems.
Zen Technologies unveils India's 1st AI-driven anti-drone system in Prayag
Zen Technologies unveils India’s first AI-driven anti-drone system, integrating soft-kill and hard-kill capabilities to counter rogue drone swarms effectively.
McDonald's pilots ArchIQ AI drive-thru in US 90% AI-handled
McDonald's is piloting ArchIQ, an AI-powered drive-thru ordering system, at five U.S. locations to enhance speed and accuracy while reducing human intervention in customer orders.
Meta HTS bug let hackers seize over 20,000 Instagram accounts
Meta has revealed a critical flaw in its AI-powered Instagram recovery system, allowing hackers to hijack over 20,000 accounts by exploiting weak email verification safeguards.
World Economic Forum predicts AI will prioritize energy efficiency, flexibility
The World Economic Forum highlights that future AI dominance will depend on energy efficiency, edge deployments, and resilient systems rather than solely scaling compute capacity.
NOAA says G3 solar storm to hit Earth June 8
A G3 geomagnetic storm on June 8, 2026, may trigger auroral displays, though chances of visibility from India remain low compared to the historic G5 storm in May 2024.
CBSE re-evaluation portal hit by cyberattacks with 1.5 million hits
The CBSE portal cyberattack highlights vulnerabilities in public digital infrastructure, while AI tools like Mythos offer both solutions and risks.
Ultrafast optical switch could enable 40 picosecond switching, reducing heat
A groundbreaking light-triggered switching device operates 1,000× faster than traditional processors while reducing heat and energy demands in data centers.
Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre warns of fake 'Find My' alerts
Cybercriminals target lost iPhone users with phishing scams, impersonating Apple Support to steal credentials, access personal data, and compromise digital identities.
NASA to unveil Artemis III crew and lunar exploration updates
Nasa will announce the four-member Artemis-III crew on June 9, marking a pivotal step in its mission to return humans to the Moon and beyond.
Meta reportedly developing Hatch AI to automate tasks from prompts
Meta is reportedly developing Hatch, an advanced AI assistant designed to automate tasks and rival premium offerings like OpenAI's ChatGPT Pro and Anthropic's Claude Max.
Microsoft tightens Azure reviews after Israel's Unit 8200 surveilled Palestinians
Microsoft is enhancing oversight of government agency contracts and tightening employee security clearance protocols to prevent misuse of its technology in sensitive regions.
Tim Cook spotlights Gayatri Goundadkar's AI app for essential tremors
Apple CEO Tim Cook lauded Gayatri Goundadkar's Steady Hands app, an AI-driven solution inspired by her grandmother's hand tremors, for empowering creativity and accessibility.
Microsoft urges India to craft AI rules balancing trust, innovation
Microsoft emphasizes the need for regulatory oversight of artificial intelligence to build trust, cautioning that excessive localization could hinder global innovation and growth.
China clears NEO brain implant enabling thought control for paralysis
China's NEO brain implant, now approved for public use, promises healthcare breakthroughs but raises concerns over neural data security and the potential for hacker exploitation.
How Apple's AI wake-up call triggered Siri overhaul
A crucial leadership meeting in early 2025 revamped Apple's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports in his latest Power On newsletter.
White House AI adviser David Sacks criticizes Anthropic's mixed messaging
White House AI Czar David Sacks accused Anthropic of hypocrisy, claiming their warnings about catastrophic AI risks mask an agenda for government intervention in the industry.
NVIDIA partners with SK Hynix, Naver, Doosan to advance AI
Nvidia partners with South Korean giants SK Hynix, Naver, and Doosan to revolutionize personal AI, robotics, and memory technology while building advanced AI data centers globally.
NVIDIA, SK Hynix sign multi-year AI chip deal
NVIDIA and South Korea's SK Hynix have announced a multi-year partnership to design and manufacture advanced memory chips for artificial intelligence (AI).
Nyarko and Salinas study finds professors prefer AI contract answers
A groundbreaking study revealed law professors favored AI-generated contract law answers 75% of the time, sparking debates on AI's growing role in education and critical thinking.
This is how Apple's foldable phone will look like
Ahead of the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), a leak has revealed the design and features of Apple's highly-anticipated foldable iPhone.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE surfaces in latest leak
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has been spotted in an early Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) listing and a separate Geekbench entry.
Hong Kong InnoEX showcased around 100 robots despite energy issues
At Hong Kong's InnoEX 2026, humanoids and robot dogs showcased impressive advancements, but energy limitations and quirky moments revealed their ongoing challenges.
Scientists map East Antarctic fan-shaped basin province published in Nature
Researchers have identified a colossal geological structure beneath Antarctica's ice, combining known features like Lake Vostok and subglacial basins into a unified formation.
Xbox celebrates 25 years with retro-inspired console
Microsoft has unveiled a special edition of the Xbox Series X to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the iconic gaming console.
WWDC 2026 starts today: How to watch Apple's keynote
Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) kicks off today at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park, California.
NASA astronauts to wear Prada for their upcoming moon mission
Italian luxury fashion house Prada has teamed up with Axiom Space to create a next-generation lunar spacesuit layer for NASA's upcoming Artemis IV moon landing mission, targeted for early 2028.
HBCH&RC in Visakhapatnam hosts 12th foundation day cancer congress
The 4th Annual Cancer Congress at HBCH&RC, Visakhapatnam, showcased cutting-edge advancements in thoracic and gastrointestinal cancer care and research.
Can meteor showers hurt future space missions?
NASA estimates that around 48.5 tons of space debris enters Earth's atmosphere every day.
Venus, Jupiter conjunction in the sky tomorrow: How to watch
In a rare celestial event, Venus and Jupiter will come unusually close in the evening sky on June 8 and 9, 2026.
OpenAI chip veteran Clive Chan has joined Anthropic
Clive Chan, a member of OpenAI's custom chip program, has announced his departure from the company to join its biggest rival, Anthropic.
Meta AI now generates clickbait articles for users
Meta's standalone AI app has a "For You" section that generates clickbait-style news stories for users.
iOS 27 arrives tomorrow: Check supported iPhones, Siri AI upgrades
Apple is gearing up to unveil iOS 27 at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) tomorrow.
FSSAI warns against wrapping food in newspapers: Here's why
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a warning against the practice of wrapping food in newspapers, especially hot and oily items.
Treat AI agents like employees: Microsoft CEO
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has suggested that as artificial intelligence (AI) agents become more capable and take on more critical tasks, businesses should start treating them like employees.
Andhra Pradesh to use AI for newborns' health assessment
The Andhra Pradesh government is set to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) technology for assessing key health parameters in newborns.
Indian government agencies, select private firms gain access to Mythos
In a major development, Indian government agencies and select private sector firms have been given access to Anthropic's advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model, Mythos.
OpenAI working on making ChatGPT a 'superapp' for coding tools
OpenAI is gearing up for a major revamp of its ChatGPT platform, according to Financial Times.
ChatGPT can lead you to scam websites, warns new research
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT are becoming increasingly popular for online shopping.
Eli Lilly's obesity drug shows promise in treating sleep apnea
Eli Lilly, a leading pharmaceutical company, has announced promising results from clinical trials of its next-generation obesity drug, retatrutide.
WWDC 2026: Major Siri upgrade, AI enhancements expected
Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is just around the corner.
China to build world's largest astronomy base by mid-2030s
China is on its way to establish the world's largest astronomy base by the mid-2030s.
Are interviews suitable for diagnosing mental health conditions?
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open has raised concerns over the reliability of diagnostic interviews, the most common method for diagnosing mental health conditions.
Google Chrome breaks speed records on benchmarking tools
Google's Chrome browser has set new speed records on popular benchmarking tools Speedometer 3.1 and JetStream 3.
Is wind blowing from our Milky Way's black hole?
After a 50-year-long quest, astronomers have finally found evidence of powerful winds emanating from Sagittarius A* (Sgr A*), the supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy.
NASA's experimental aircraft breaks sound barrier for 1st time
NASA's experimental aircraft, the X-59, has achieved a major milestone by breaking the sound barrier for the first time.
Not only GTA VI, these games are also launching soon
The impending launch of Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI) in November has started to reshape the video game release calendar.
WhatsApp will soon let you filter archived and locked chats
WhatsApp is working on a major update to its chat organization system.
AI to shield players from online-abuse during FIFA World Cup
FIFA is set to expand its use of artificial intelligence (AI) at the upcoming World Cup.
World's 1st superfast memory for quantum computers is here
Chinese scientists have developed the world's first superfast memory for quantum computers, overcoming a major data-reading bottleneck.
Google Chrome's latest update fixes 400+ security vulnerabilities
Google has released a major update for its Chrome browser, fixing as many as 429 security vulnerabilities.
Russia to launch satellite internet service to counter Musk's Starlink
Russia is gearing up to launch its own satellite broadband system, a move that directly takes on Elon Musk's Starlink.
Microsoft Edge now requires Windows Hello to access passwords
Microsoft has updated its Edge browser to version 145, removing support for master passwords on Windows.
Gemini app now lets you manage Google Contacts
Gemini has added a new integration with Google Contacts.
OpenAI's new feature protects you from prompt injection attacks
OpenAI has launched a new security feature, the Lockdown Mode, to protect users from prompt injection attacks.
UK: New AI-powered tool used during surgery for 1st time
Surgeons in the United Kingdom have used a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool during a live operation for the first time.
China's new nuclear-powered floating island might revolutionize global shipping
China is planning to build a huge nuclear-powered floating island. The proposed structure will act as a container transfer terminal and charging station for ships.
How experts plan to share news of possible intelligent life
As the search for extraterrestrial life continues, experts have released updated guidelines on how to handle potential signals from intelligent civilizations.
Google to pay SpaceX $920M/month for computing power
SpaceX has signed a major infrastructure deal with Google, under which the latter will pay $920 million per month for computing power.
Google, FBI warn of ransomware group stealing data in person
The Silent Ransom Group, a notorious ransomware gang, has been targeting law firms with a new tactic: sending fake IT workers to steal data in person.
NASA astronauts shelter in SpaceX capsule amid ISS module leaks
NASA recently had five astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) take shelter in a docked SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft.
Earth's tilt will make June 21 the year's longest day
Mark your calendars for June 21, 2026! It will be the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, including India.
Want lasting habits? Try these AI tools
AI is revolutionizing how we build habits by generating personalized routines tailored to our schedules, preferences, and energy levels.
Use these AI tools for picture-perfect selfies
AI tools have changed the game of selfies, allowing people to improve lighting, facial details, and create polished versions of their photos.
El Nino is here
The European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) has confirmed the development of El Nino conditions in the Pacific Ocean.
OnePlus Community Sale begins: Top deals on phones, tablets, earbuds
OnePlus launched its Community Sale 2026 on June 4. The sale will go on until June 10 and is available on the company's official website, Amazon, and select retail stores.
Instagram Reels: Most popular content categories among Indian users
A recent study commissioned by Meta has revealed the most popular content categories among Indian users of Instagram Reels.
Watch: Humanoid robot accidentally kicks child during a demo
A humanoid robot has gone viral after inadvertently kicking a child in the stomach during a public demonstration.
Microsoft tightens safeguards after probe into Israel military cloud use
Microsoft has announced plans to tighten its human rights controls when dealing with national security agencies.
Did Meta secretly add facial recognition to its AI glasses?
Meta has embedded a facial-recognition system into its Meta AI app for smart glasses, according to an investigation by WIRED.
Why Meta is building data center in tents
Meta is re-thinking its data center strategy by building facilities in tents, or "rapid deployment structures," as the company calls them.
Meta's future AI models to focus on consumer health
Meta Platforms Inc.'s Chief AI Officer, Alexandr Wang, has revealed that the company's future artificial intelligence (AI) models will focus on consumer health.
Meta's own watchdog flags transparency gaps in account bans
Meta's independent Oversight Board has flagged concerns over the company's account deactivation practices.
Robotics will be South Korea's next big sector: NVIDIA chief
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has said that robotics will be South Korea's next major sector.
World's first AI-designed vaccine passes human trial
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have used artificial intelligence (AI) to create a "fundamentally new" type of vaccine.
Anthropic engineers helping US deploy Mythos AI for cyber operations
The United States National Security Agency (NSA) is using Anthropic's advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model, Claude Mythos, to plan global cyber operations, according to Financial Times.
This new tool blocks ads in iPhone, Mac apps
Kaylee Serena Calderolla, the developer of popular Safari ad blocker Wipr, has launched a new tool called Filtr.
Watch: Sam Altman, others face off in murder mystery game
Silicon Valley's elite recently participated in a game of Mafia, a murder-mystery game of deception.
Airbnb CEO is starting an AI company
Airbnb's CEO, Brian Chesky, is setting up a new artificial intelligence (AI) lab. The facility will focus on developing AI models and reimagining user interactions with AI-powered services.
Chinese spies using LinkedIn to gather sensitive information from West
A joint advisory from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), MI5, and the governments of Australia, Canada, and New Zealand has revealed that Chinese spies are using job search platforms like LinkedIn to lure Western workers.
Meta launches AI assistant for Facebook creators
Meta has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) creator assistant on Facebook.