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FDA advisory committee to review Galleri multi-cancer blood test
Grail's Galleri test, a pioneering liquid biopsy for early cancer detection, faces an FDA advisory review amid debates on its potential impact on healthcare coverage.
Camera-free glasses to price hikes: Announcements expected at Meta Connect
Meta is gearing up to host its annual Connect event on September 23 and 24. The tech giant is expected to unveil a range of new devices, especially smart glasses.
Reliance Jio marks 10th anniversary with Prime Lite offer
Reliance Jio is celebrating its 10th anniversary by offering a free one-year Amazon Prime Lite subscription to select JioHome broadband subscribers on eligible 3-in-1 plans.
Texas 16-year-old Jiang wins $25,000 scholarship for inventing Moondust Magnet
Jiaen Jiang, a 16-year-old from Rosenberg, Texas, developed an electrostatic "magnet" for lunar dust and won a $25,000 Davidson Fellows Scholarship.
'Doomsday narratives': Jensen Huang denies AI will kill us all
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed fears that artificial intelligence (AI) could lead to humanity's extinction by the end of this decade.
Why data centers worth $68B are on hold in US
The United States is witnessing a growing opposition to data centers, with 45 projects worth $68 billion blocked or delayed by local resistance between April and June this year.
Microsoft opens cloud region in Hyderabad, 4th in the country
Microsoft has launched its new cloud region in India, located in Hyderabad.
Adults with severe mental illnesses at risk of early death
Adults suffering from severe mental illnesses are at a significantly higher risk of dying from serious physical diseases before the age of 75, as per The Guardian.
This is the world's first submarine solar power plant
In a major milestone, Chinese scientists have tested the world's first underwater solar power plant.
Musk's The Boring Company to build a hyperloop in Texas
Elon Musk has said that his tunneling start-up, The Boring Company, is working on a "simple precursor Hyperloop" connecting Austin and San Antonio.
S Krishnan urges Microsoft to boost AI infrastructure in Hyderabad
India's MeitY Secretary, S Krishnan, emphasizes the need for Microsoft to enhance AI infrastructure localization and position data centers nearer to power sources for efficiency.
White House urges AI companies to pause amid safety concerns
Michael Kratsios, White House tech advisor, advises AI companies like Anthropic and OpenAI to self-regulate if they fear their models' safety.
FSSAI developing AI tool to flag food safety violations online
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is testing an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system to flag food safety violations on e-commerce platforms.
OpenAI launches Astra for law aiding lawyer research and drafting
OpenAI has introduced Astra for Law, a legal-focused version of GPT-6, designed to assist US law firms with research, document analysis, and drafting.
Realme unveils 16 Pro 5G 'Harry Potter' edition globally
Realme has introduced the limited edition Harry Potter-themed Realme 16 Pro 5G in India, priced at Rs. 62,999, featuring unique cosmetic designs and collectible packaging.
Apple developing 'Home hub' for smart home control
Apple is reportedly working on a new smart home device, dubbed the "Home Hub," which will serve as the central hub for controlling connected devices in a household.
iPhone can now alert you when someone says your name
Apple has introduced a new accessibility feature called Name Recognition in its latest iOS 26 update.
Anthropic considers new AI model to counter GPT-6 Astra momentum
Anthropic is evaluating the launch of a new AI model to counter OpenAI's momentum with GPT-6 Astra, as it prepares for an anticipated IPO, according to sources.
Only 7,000 humanoid robots sold last year despite investment boom
The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) has revealed that around 7,000 humanoid robots were sold worldwide last year for industrial and professional services.
The New York Times sues OpenAI and Microsoft for copying
Newly unredacted court filings reveal how OpenAI and Microsoft allegedly scraped news content, including paywalled articles, for AI training purposes.
Microsoft launches AI-ready India South Central cloud region in Hyderabad
Microsoft's new India South Central cloud region in Hyderabad will use effectively zero water for cooling and is designed to support AI workloads from inception.
Apple could launch 1st smart home display J490 in October
Apple's first smart home display, codenamed J490, is reportedly set to launch next month, featuring advanced Siri AI integration and a design similar to Amazon Echo Shows.
Sora API shuts down September 24: What users should do
OpenAI has announced the impending shutdown of its Sora API on September 24, 2026. The consumer website and apps were already discontinued earlier this year on April 26.
China launches 4 rockets to orbit in 45 hours
China demonstrated its expanding space capabilities by launching four rockets within 45 hours from three different sites, successfully deploying all payloads into orbit.
First new wildcat in over 100 years named Leopardus tilcayo
Researchers have identified a new species of wild cat, Leopardus tilcayo, in Bolivia's Yungas forest, featuring leopard-like spots and smaller than a domestic cat.
Apurva.ai lens opens to development sector backed by Nandan Nilekani
Apurva.ai, supported by Nandan Nilekani, is transforming its AI-powered knowledge tool, Apurva LENS, from an organisational workspace into a collaborative ecosystem platform.
Apple iPhone 20 Pro leak points to quad-curved display
Apple is said to be working on a major redesign for its flagship iPhone 20 Pro series expected in 2028.
Orpheus smart sock for Parkinson's wins 2026 James Dyson Award
Italian students developed a smart sock called Orpheus, which converts music into foot vibrations to help people with Parkinson's disease avoid sudden walking freezes.
Dutch scientists show tin perovskites reduce solar energy losses
Researchers at the University of Groningen discovered tin-based perovskite materials that retain hot electrons 1,000 times longer, potentially transforming solar power efficiency.
Microsoft opens 4th Hyderabad cloud region under $20.5B India commitment
Microsoft has launched its fourth cloud region in Hyderabad, India, as part of a $20.5-billion investment to enhance the country's AI and data centre capacity.
India aims 50 rocket launches by 2030 with private firms
India aims for 50 annual rocket launches by 2030, but achieving this requires significant expansion of infrastructure and private sector involvement.
Top AI companies urge development slowdown after recent security scares
Top AI executives are divided over whether to accelerate or decelerate AI development, as concerns about rogue systems and existential threats intensify within the industry.
Hackers breach hackers in rare dark web cybercrime feud
ShinyHunters, a notorious digital extortion group, has claimed to have hacked its chief rival, cl0p, on the dark web.
Only 7,000 humanoid robots sold worldwide in 2025, mostly experimental
Last year, global sales of humanoid robots for industrial and professional services totaled approximately 7,000 units, according to the International Federation of Robotics.
Actuaries Institute finds firms adopt AI for approvals, not usefulness
Companies may prioritize ease of approval over capability when adopting agentic AI, risking suboptimal performance, according to a report by the Actuaries Institute.
Apple's Siri lawsuit settlement site now live: Who can claim
Apple has launched a settlement website for customers eligible for compensation in the $250 million class action lawsuit over the delayed launch of Siri AI.
How Google's mole infiltrated hacker gang that breached 1,000 companies
Google's Threat Intelligence team has revealed that an undercover researcher successfully infiltrated the notorious hacking group, TeamPCP.
iPhone 18 Pro teardown reveals key upgrades and repair issues
The tech experts at iFixit have released their teardown of the iPhone 18 Pro, revealing some interesting insights about Apple's latest device.
Why Apple canceled stylus designed for iPhone Duo
Apple has reportedly canceled a smaller version of the Apple Pencil, which was specifically designed for its new folding flagship, the iPhone Duo, while support for existing iPad Pencils is expected later this year.
India's FSSAI testing AI to flag e-commerce food safety breaches
India's FSSAI is testing an AI-based system to automatically detect food safety violations on e-commerce platforms, enhancing scrutiny of online food sales and related operations.
Samsung to double HBM4 output as AI chip demand surges
Samsung Electronics plans to more than double its output of HBM4 family of high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips next year.
Alibaba claims new image model beats Google's Nano Banana 2.0
Alibaba's Qwen AI team has launched a new open-weight model for image generation and editing, called Qwen-Image-2.1.
Facebook, Instagram suffer major outage in US
Meta's social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram, suffered a major outage in the United States on Sunday evening.
Colorado teacher Kent Hups discovers 1st-ever adult T. rex trackway
A Colorado high school teacher, Kent Hups, discovered the first-ever adult T. rex trackway while volunteering at a fossil dig in North Dakota's Hell Creek Formation.
ShinyHunters hacks cl0p dark web site sparking rare public feud
ShinyHunters, a well-known cybercrime group, claims to have hijacked rival cl0p's dark web site, exposing a long-standing feud between the two notorious hacking groups.
Study finds Mercury crust shrank 23km as core cooled
Mercury is shrinking faster than previously thought, with new data suggesting a reduction of 23 km due to its cooling core, forming giant ridges on its surface.
Columbia scientists engineer probiotics to target colorectal tumors in mice
Scientists have developed engineered probiotics that, when tested in mice, led to the complete regression of 43% of colorectal tumors.
Caelux and GREW Solar plan perovskite-on-glass upgrade for silicon cells
Caelux Corporation transforms conventional solar module glass into an energy-producing layer by coating it with a thin film of perovskites.
India eyes iron-air batteries to cut solar energy waste
Iron-air batteries offer a promising, cost-effective solution for solar energy storage, leveraging abundant iron resources and innovative fast-charging technology.
BonV Aero reaches GENIUS NY finals with over 100kg payload
Bhubaneswar-based BonV Aero is creating a drone capable of carrying over 100 kg to altitudes above 10,000 ft, enhancing military logistics in mountainous regions.
Instagram temporarily restricts 'Stop Vizag Data Centers' account in India
The ‘Stop Vizag Data Centers’ Instagram account has been temporarily restricted in India, limiting access to the campaign's content while remaining available internationally.
Meta's Muse keeps asking users for more personal data
Meta's Muse, an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) agent designed to automate personal tasks, has gained popularity among users.
Meta sues UK regulator over Online Safety Act rules
Meta has filed a new lawsuit against the UK's online safety regulator, Ofcom, as the company disputes the way parts of the country's Online Safety Act are enforced.
US, UK, France lead AI adoption at 15-20%: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs Research has revealed that the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is highest in developed economies, with rates between 15-20%.
Autonomous plane finishes 1st ever cross-country flight across US
An autonomous Cessna Caravan has made history by completing a cross-country flight across the United States.
Is OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra safe to use?
OpenAI's flagship AI model, GPT-6 Astra, has been found to attempt nearly all unsafe tasks during specialized safety evaluations on robotic arms.
China might soon match Samsung, SK Hynix in chipmaking
Chinese chip giant Changxin Memory Technologies (CXMT) has announced the adoption of its new-generation technology platform for mass production.
China develops paint that cools walls by 25°C
China has developed a revolutionary super-coating that can reduce wall temperatures by as much as 25 degree Celsius during summer.
This is the most melodious bird in the world
A recent study by researchers at the University of Tubingen in Germany has revealed that the common blackbird (Turdus merula) is the bird with the most melodious song.
30% companies see productivity fall after adopting agentic AI: McKinsey
According to McKinsey's Technology Trends Outlook 2026, nearly 30% of companies have witnessed a decline in productivity after adopting agentic artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
India's semiconductor market to reach $200B by 2035: EY
India's semiconductor market is set to witness massive growth, expanding over three times from nearly $64 billion in 2026 to an estimated $200 billion by 2035.
US government might have access to sensitive UK police data
An investigation by The Guardian has revealed that sensitive police data in the UK is stored on Microsoft cloud platforms.
China's smart glasses sales surge amid growing privacy concerns
China has witnessed a massive surge in the sale of smart glasses, with sales on major platforms more than doubling in the first eight months of this year.
Sony, Universal sue AI music generator Suno over copyright infringement
Sony Music Entertainment and Universal Music Group (UMG) have filed a lawsuit against AI music-generation company Suno.
OpenAI and Anthropic accused of fear-mongering to gain regulatory advantage
Leading artificial intelligence companies, OpenAI and Anthropic, have been accused of overstating "rogue AI" hacks.
Tim Cook praises Australia's social media curbs as 'world-leading'
Tim Cook, the Executive Chair of Apple, has praised Australia's approach to regulating social media.
Remnants of long-lost 'Greater Gondwana' supercontinent have finally been found
An international team of scientists, led by researchers from China, has discovered remnants of a long-lost supercontinent, dubbed "Greater Gondwana."
This open-source AI model can detect almost 150 abdominal diseases
Alibaba's research division, Damo Academy, has open-sourced an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model.
Trump wants to rename AI, conducts poll on Truth Social
US President Donald Trump has responded to the ongoing debate over artificial intelligence (AI) safety by calling it a hoax.
People in China are 'selling' their faces for AI-generated content
In a bizarre trend, people in China are cashing in on their faces for AI-generated dramas, ads, and games.
Trump to create 'AI Force' and appoint new AI czar
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to create an "AI Force" and appoint new artificial intelligence (AI) czar.
Pocket FM launches Sherpa AI for long-form fiction writing
Pocket FM has launched an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) platform called Sherpa. The new tool is aimed at helping creators write and develop long-running fiction.
Teardown reveals how iPhone 18 Pro Dynamic Island got smaller
The YouTube channel REWA Technology has released one of the first iPhone 18 Pro teardown videos of the iPhone 18 Pro.
AMD products may get pricier as TSMC raises wafer costs
AMD's processors and graphics cards may soon see a price hike, according to industry rumors.
OpenAI CEO to address UN Security Council on AI safety
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will address the United Nations Security Council next week.
Flipkart deal brings iPhone 17 price down to ₹55,283
Apple's best-selling smartphone, the iPhone 17, is now available at a discounted price on Flipkart.
Pocket FM launches AI that plans and writes long-form stories
Pocket FM has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) platform called Sherpa. The tool is specifically designed to assist creators in writing and developing long-running fiction.
Anthropic, OpenAI, Google face antitrust suit over AI slowdown
Leading artificial intelligence (AI) companies, including Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceXAI, and Google have been sued for alleged collusion.
NASA, Boeing in talks for Starliner to undertake new missions
NASA is reportedly in discussions with Boeing to use its Starliner vehicle for future space missions.
SpaceX delays Starship's first orbital test to September 28
SpaceX has delayed the launch of its next Starship test flight by six days.
Virginia governor takes action on AI, data centers
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed an executive order to address the risks posed by data centers and artificial intelligence (AI).
Jensen Huang says AI has zero chance of ending humanity
NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed fears of artificial intelligence (AI) ending the world by 2030.
Anthropic weighs new AI model to counter OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra
Anthropic is considering launching a new AI model. The move comes as a response to the competitive pressure from OpenAI's latest offering, GPT-6 Astra.
Google's new AI agent can help families manage daily tasks
Google has launched an updated version of its artificial intelligence (AI) agent, CC.
SpaceX bags $946M NASA deal for 3 more ISS flights
SpaceX has expanded its contract with NASA for three additional crewed Dragon flights to the International Space Station (ISS) by 2030.
Centre mandates caller-ID apps to share spam data with telcos
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has amended its rules on commercial communications, now requiring caller-ID and call-management apps to share users' spam reports with telecom operators.
Meta's personal AI agent Muse tops US App Store
Meta's new personal artificial intelligence (AI) agent, Muse, has taken the US by storm.
Paris prosecutors probe alleged harassment cases linked to smart glasses
The Paris prosecutor's office has launched a criminal investigation into alleged sexual harassment cases linked to smart glasses.
How AI error nearly triggered US-China military confrontation
The US military narrowly averted a potential international crisis this spring when an artificial intelligence (AI)-generated intelligence report falsely claimed that a Chinese ship in the Middle East was carrying nuclear weapons program components.
California moves toward AI 'kill switch' for powerful models
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order calling for a "kill switch" for advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Anthropic partners with Accenture to evaluate AI model safety
Anthropic is partnering with Accenture to assess the safety of its AI models.
Who is Karandeep Anand, Disney's first CTO?
Disney has appointed Karandeep Anand as its first Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Google's Gemini AI hacked real companies during security test
Google's artificial intelligence (AI) model, Gemini, has been involved in a security breach.
How many new iPhones you can bring from US
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now available to buyers India.
Tata Electronics, L&T join hands to make chips in India
Tata Electronics and L&T Semiconductor Technologies Limited (LTSCT) have announced a strategic deal to boost domestic semiconductor chip production for global markets.
SpaceX may buy data from defunct start-ups. Reason? AI training
SpaceX is considering the purchase of customer data from struggling or defunct start-ups, according to Bloomberg.
By 2030, India could have largest developer community: Microsoft CEO
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has said that India's growing technology workforce could help it build the world's largest developer community by 2030.
Anthropic opens biology lab to explore AI's role in medicine
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, has quietly set up a laboratory for physical biology experiments.
Nike's Alphafly 4 shoe promises better energy return, stability
Nike has launched its latest marathon racing shoe, the Alphafly 4.
Meta's Muse AI agent now available on Mac
Meta has launched the personal artificial intelligence (AI) agent, Muse, for Mac users.