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India's 1st indigenous light transport Saras MK-II enters prototype production
India's first indigenously designed light transport aircraft, Saras MK-II, advances into prototype manufacturing after completing its design phase.
UK regulator Ofcom fines Fapello £630,000 for age verification failures
Ofcom has fined Fapello £630,000 for failing to implement mandatory age verification measures, aimed at ensuring UK users are 18 or older.
Meta to unveil Iris AI chip in September, targets 14GW
Meta Platforms will begin producing its custom AI chip, Iris, in September to boost computing power to 14 gigawatts by next year, according to an internal memo reviewed by Reuters.
Microsoft cuts about 3,200 jobs as Game Pass drops subscribers
Xbox Game Pass reportedly lost 4 million subscribers since 2024, dropping from 34 million to 30 million amid price hikes and restructuring within Microsoft's gaming division.
ESDS launches AI driven Swaraj Cloud keeping data within India
ESDS Software Solution has introduced Swaraj Cloud, an AI-autonomous platform built entirely in India to meet critical data residency needs and accelerate digital transformation.
Xiaomi will replace Note 17 Pro battery if under 80%
Xiaomi's Redmi Note 17 Pro promises a free battery replacement if capacity drops below 80% within four years, setting a new standard for smartphone battery longevity.
Google unveils conversational AI tools for Search and YouTube ads
Google unveiled AI-powered tools, including Gemini-driven ad formats and Business Agent for Leads, to enhance ad performance and consumer engagement across Search and YouTube.
Elon Musk unveils SpaceXAI's Grok 4.5, claims Opus 4.7 parity
Elon Musk claims SpaceXAI's Grok 4.5 matches Anthropic's Opus 4.7 in capability, offering faster performance and lower costs to disrupt the competitive AI landscape.
Saharan air layer dust cloud reaches Caribbean and Florida
Satellites have captured a massive Saharan dust plume crossing the Atlantic, reaching the Caribbean and southeastern U.S., impacting air quality and creating vivid sunsets.
Indian government reviews Meta's Muse AI for privacy compliance
The government will review Meta's Muse AI image generator amid rising privacy concerns, including issues of consent, data scraping, and misuse risks.
Google launches Business Agent for leads among India's beta tools
Google has introduced a Gemini-powered AI agent in Search ads, enabling users to chat directly within the ad. The feature is currently in beta testing in India.
Dell launches Pro Precision workstation range in India for professionals
Dell has unveiled its Pro Precision 5, 7, and 7 T1 series in India, featuring Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors and advanced configurations starting at Rs. 89,000.
Betavolt builds BV100 nickel-63 nuclear battery lasting 50 years
A Chinese company has introduced the BV100, a coin-sized nuclear battery powered by nickel-63 decay, capable of generating electricity continuously for up to fifty years.
Anthropic develops GRAM to remove risky knowledge from AI
Anthropic is developing GRAM, an experimental system enabling AI to "forget" high-risk knowledge like hacking or virology while retaining everyday capabilities.
India's technology ministry to review Meta's Muse AI legal compliance
The Indian government will assess Meta's AI-powered image tool, Muse AI, for legal compliance after receiving representations, according to Electronics and IT Secretary S Krishnan.
Scientists develop transparent window coating that cools rooms without electricity
Scientists have developed transparent window coatings that reflect solar heat and release indoor warmth, reducing temperatures by up to 5°C without using electricity.
Global cancer cases could surge to 35M by 2050: WHO
A new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) warns that cancer cases are projected to rise from 20.6 million to nearly 35 million by 2050.
BSNL's new satellite phone costs more than iPhone 17 Pro
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-owned telecom operator, has launched a new satellite phone in India.
Motorola launches Moto G77 Power in India with 7,000mAh battery
Motorola has unveiled the Moto G77 Power in India, featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 6400 chipset and a massive 7,000mAh battery for extended performance and reliability.
Apple to launch iPhone Ultra foldable in September 2026
Apple's first foldable iPhone, dubbed iPhone Ultra, is reportedly on schedule for a September launch and has entered the mass production phase, according to supply chain sources.
Gamers rally to save physical PlayStation game discs
An online petition against Sony's decision to end the production of physical disks for PlayStation games has garnered over 240,000 signatures.
Salesforce promotes Anthropic's Claude tag on Slack, prompting questions
Salesforce staff are puzzled as the company actively promotes Anthropic's Claude Tag, a rival AI tool that competes with its own Slackbot and Agentforce products.
Meet the IIT-Bombay grad who turned down Meta's $1M job
Rishabh Agarwal, a graduate from IIT Bombay and an AI researcher, has turned down a lucrative job offer from Meta.
Larry Sanger permanently banned from Wikipedia over 'WikiProject Intellectual Diversity'
Larry Sanger, Wikipedia's co-founder, says he was permanently banned after proposing reforms to promote intellectual diversity, sparking debates over platform governance.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 uses Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen5
Samsung has officially announced that the Galaxy Z Fold 8 will feature Qualcomm’s custom Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, delivering flagship-level performance worldwide.
Data breach exposes driver's license info of nearly 7M Americans
AssuranceAmerica, a leading insurance provider in the US, has suffered a major data breach.
Meta launches Muse image in US amid privacy concerns
Meta este criticată pentru Muse Image, un instrument IA care permite generarea de imagini folosind fotografii publice de profil de pe Instagram, fără consimțământul utilizatorilor.
BSNL launches ₹1,34,166 satellite phone in India for off-grid users
BSNL has introduced its Satellite Phone in India at Rs 1,34,166, surpassing the price of the iPhone 17 Pro. It targets users in remote and challenging environments.
Indian government sets deadline for WhatsApp usernames over safety concerns
WhatsApp is set to respond to the Indian government’s concerns over its proposed username feature, as the extended deadline granted by MeitY concludes today.
OpenAI flags widespread flaws in SWE-Bench Pro benchmark
OpenAI has raised concerns over SWE-Bench Pro, a popular coding benchmark.
IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras select 52 via BCyber hackathon
A total of 52 candidates have been shortlisted for the undergraduate BCyber programme at IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras, based on their performance in a cybersecurity hackathon.
X will DM you when a misleading post gets corrected
X is set to enhance its Community Notes feature. The update will see users getting a direct message (DM) whenever a post they interacted with gets corrected.
Google Photos now lets you edit videos with AI
Google Photos has introduced a new feature called "Video Remix," which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to edit and transform videos in seconds.
MeitY to study reforms and AI impact on GCCs
The government will assess if artificial intelligence is hindering global capability centre (GCC) expansion despite recent labour and tax reforms, says MeitY secretary S Krishnan.
Esports World Cup launches in Paris with $75 million prize
The Esports World Cup 2026 began in Paris, uniting over 2,000 players from 100+ countries with a record $75 million prize pool across seven weeks of elite gaming competition.
Google unveils YouTube BrandStack and AI ad tools in India
Google introduced YouTube BrandStack and other AI-powered advertising tools at Marketing Live India 2026, aiming to enhance business growth across Search and YouTube.
IIT-Guwahati team finds pond algae remove 66% lead from water
Researchers at IIT Guwahati found that blue-green algae can absorb 66.2% of lead from contaminated water, offering a sustainable solution to tackle toxic pollution.
Qubo launches AI powered security cameras and Dashcam Pro 2K
Qubo introduced AI Guard across its security cameras and launched the Dashcam Pro 2K, while reporting Rs 350 crore annual revenue and over 2.5 million devices sold to date.
Sony will stop PlayStation physical disks by January 2028
Over 2.4 lakh gamers have signed a petition urging Sony to continue producing physical PlayStation game discs, opposing the company's plan to go fully digital by 2028.
Apple restores card payments for App Store, iCloud in India
Apple has reintroduced credit and debit card payments for App Store purchases in India, following a four-year pause due to regulatory changes in recurring payment rules.
Google's SynthID debunks viral deepfake of hospitalized US senator
Google's SynthID technology has successfully debunked a high-profile AI-generated hoax image, marking a major victory for the system.
Google may raise Pixel 11 prices across lineup
Google's upcoming Pixel devices, including the Pixel Watch 5 and Pixel 11 series, may come with a higher price tag than their predecessors.
Government asks IIT Madras and C-DAC to centralize bridge monitoring
The Union road transport ministry is centralising bridge health monitoring software with IIT Madras and C-DAC, ensuring uniform real-time data analysis across national highways.
Meta's 'super sensing' AI glasses could record all day
Meta, the tech giant formerly known as Facebook, is said to be working new "super-sensing" smart glasses.
Official Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 images surface
Official renders of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 reveal their designs, colour options, and expected price hikes ahead of the July 22 Galaxy Unpacked event.
Indian Railways reiterates that only Rail One app tickets accepted
Indian Railways has announced that only original tickets displayed on the Rail One app are valid for travel. Screenshots, PDFs, and WhatsApp copies will no longer be accepted.
Samsung CEO TM Roh previews 'agentic age' as foldables debut
Samsung CEO TM Roh emphasizes the transformative role of foldable phones in advancing agentic AI, leveraging connected ecosystems for personalized and trustworthy user experiences.
Truecaller slams Indian telecom regulator's anti-spam rules
Truecaller, a leading caller identification platform, has publicly challenged the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) over its anti-spam regulations.
Meta developing 'super sensing' smart glasses that record daily life
Meta is reportedly developing next-gen AI-powered smart glasses capable of continuously capturing audio and images, enabling users to query Meta AI about their daily experiences.
Mistral unveils AI model that navigates robots using single camera
French AI start-up Mistral has unveiled its first-ever model for embodied navigation, dubbed Robostral Navigate.
Windows market share drops below 60%, 1st time in years
Microsoft's Windows operating system, a stalwart in the desktop OS arena, has witnessed a major decline in its global market share.
Meta expands AI and human reviews to fight child exploitation
Meta outlined its AI-driven strategies to combat child exploitation, following scrutiny over Instagram ads allegedly promoting abusive content in India.
NASA builds Habitable Worlds Observatory to be serviced by robots
Nasa’s Habitable Worlds Observatory, launching in the 2040s, will depend on robotic spacecraft for maintenance and upgrades due to its distant location near Lagrange Point 2.
OpenAI rolls out GPT-5.6 after US officials signed off
OpenAI will release GPT-5.6, its most advanced AI model, on Thursday after a delay prompted by U.S. government concerns over potential misuse of powerful AI technologies.
Researchers find northern Martian shelf via orbital maps, suggesting ocean
Scientists have identified a vast flat zone resembling Earth's continental shelves, strengthening evidence that Mars' northern hemisphere once hosted a long-lasting ocean.
SpaceXAI launches Grok 4.5, Elon Musk touts faster, cheaper performance
SpaceXAI, led by Elon Musk, has launched Grok 4.5, its most advanced AI model yet, built with Cursor to rival Anthropic’s Claude and OpenAI’s GPT in speed and cost-efficiency.
OpenAI launches GPT-Live, making ChatGPT sound more human
OpenAI has just launched a new voice model for its AI chatbot, ChatGPT. The company claims the new model, called GPT-Live, will make conversations with the chatbot sound more human-like.
Facial recognition at airports speeds processing and reduces document checks
Airlines and airports are adopting facial recognition technology, enabling passengers to navigate check-in, security, and boarding seamlessly using their face as identification.
SpaceXAI debuts Grok 4.5 model for coding, agentic AI tasks
Elon Musk's AI venture, SpaceXAI (formerly known as xAI), has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence model, Grok 4.5.
Chrome 150 adds dedicated back button to Android browser
Google Chrome 150 for Android now features a dedicated back button, enhancing navigation options alongside interface tweaks like updated menu items and shifted toolbar icons.
BITS Pilani Goa secures India's 1st verified quantum advantage
An Indian research team developed a quantum algorithm that outperformed classical computers, solving a complex physics problem on IBM's 120-qubit processor in just 20 seconds.
US curbs on Anthropic and OpenAI models drive open-source shift
The US government's restrictions on Anthropic and OpenAI's advanced models have spurred interest in open-source alternatives, with China's GLM-5.2 emerging as a competitive option.
OpenAI voice search used by over 60% of JioCinema users
JioStar leverages generative AI to revolutionize content discovery and commerce, enabling conversational searches for shows, products, and real-time audience-driven insights.
Google Research's Rajroshan Sawhney says India can lead AI-powered healthcare
India's diverse healthcare challenges and robust digital infrastructure position it as a global model for AI-driven healthcare solutions, says Google’s Rajroshan Sawhney.
Frontiers study links parental phone use to teen insecure attachment
A recent study reveals a link between parents' phone distractions and insecure attachment in teens, highlighting potential long-term effects on parent-child relationships.
SpaceX to launch record-setting booster 1067 with 29 Starlink satellites
SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket is set for its historic 36th flight early Thursday, carrying 29 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral.
FCC shortens LEO satellite disposal to 5 years in 2027
With over 6,000 tons of debris orbiting Earth, private companies are racing to pioneer innovative technologies and capitalize on the $8 billion market for space cleanup by 2030.
OpenAI launches GPT-Live-1 voice assistant with humanlike conversational cues
OpenAI’s new GPT-Live-1 voice assistant mimics human conversation with lifelike nuances, aiming to redefine AI interactions and edge closer to accessible AGI.
Tokyo-based ispace inks $50 million SpaceX Starship cargo rover deal
Tokyo-based ispace has booked 1,100 pounds of cargo capacity on SpaceX's Starship for a moon mission, aiming to advance lunar infrastructure and sustainable economy by 2030.
NICE greenlights EndoSure and Endotest to diagnose endometriosis in UK
Two innovative tests, EndoSure and Endotest, approved by NICE, promise faster, non-invasive endometriosis diagnoses, significantly reducing the average nine-year diagnostic delay.
VibeLens is crowdfunding MusicCam Pro on Kickstarter waterproof 4K headset
VibeLens' $229 MusicCam Pro combines 4K video recording, live streaming, and bone-conduction audio in a compact, waterproof headset designed for mainstream lifelogging.
Scientists test marine cloud brightening to blunt El Nino impacts
Researchers suggest marine cloud brightening could weaken developing El Niño events, potentially preventing their severe impacts, though significant uncertainties and risks remain.
Swedish researchers duped AI chatbots with fictional disease 'bixonimania'
Scientists created a fictional eye condition, bixonimania, to test AI chatbots' ability to detect false information, but systems like ChatGPT and Gemini treated it as real.
Artemis II crew reunite at KSC after record-breaking 252,000-mile flyby
The Artemis II crew reunited with their spacecraft at Kennedy Space Center, three months after setting a record for the farthest human space travel during their lunar fly-around.
NASA selects Firefly to build Mars aeroshell for Skyfall probe
NASA has awarded Firefly Aerospace a $13 million contract to develop the aeroshell for its nuclear-powered Skyfall spacecraft, set to launch in 2028 with three Mars helicopters.
Best Buy drops LG 77-inch Class B5 OLED to $1,499.99
Best Buy is offering a 50% discount on the 77-inch LG Class B5 OLED 4K Smart TV, slashing its price from $2,999.99 to just $1,499.99.
Google releases 1st big firmware update for Home speaker devices
Google has begun rolling out firmware version 3.78.5**40761** to Home Speaker and other Nest devices, focusing on enhancing network traffic performance.
NASA's New Horizons nearly 6 billion miles away, nearing heliosphere
NASA's New Horizons spacecraft, currently 5.9 billion miles from Earth, is approaching the heliosphere's boundary, offering insights into the solar system's protective bubble.
Josh Pigford launches Knockoff extension to dim unreliable Amazon listings
A new browser extension, Knockoff, dims questionable Amazon listings with nonsensical brand names, helping users avoid knock-off products and unreliable sellers.
Gemini on Nest Hub and smart displays adds info cards
Google's Gemini for Home voice assistant introduces redesigned visual cards on Nest Hub, improving weather forecasts and knowledge answers with Material 3 layouts.
OpenAI launches GPT-Live with real time voice and GPT-5.5 handoffs
OpenAI has launched GPT-Live, a cutting-edge voice model enabling simultaneous listening and speaking, delivering faster, more natural conversations on ChatGPT Voice.
WhatsApp introduces an AI assistant for businesses in India
WhatsApp has launched the Meta Business Agent in India, an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant that automates customer interactions.
Artemis II mission: Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen has retired
Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, who made headlines in April for flying around the Moon with three American crew members on the Artemis II mission, has announced his decision to step down from a full-time astronaut role.
Why Russia is trying to jam Musk's Starlink network
In a bid to counter Ukraine's "mid-strike" drone attacks, Russian forces are resorting to advanced tactics.
Are AI companies taking 'existential' safety threats seriously?
A recent report by the Future of Life Institute, a US-based AI safety think tank, has raised concerns over the global artificial intelligence (AI) industry's ability to combat "existential" threats.
Men's testosterone levels have declined by 54% since 1972: Study
A recent study has revealed a shocking decline in men's average testosterone levels over the past five decades.
YouTube introduces 'Gifts' feature for live streams in India
YouTube has launched a new feature called 'Gifts' for live streams in India.
Microsoft cuts reliance on ChatGPT, Claude over AI costs
Microsoft is reportedly shifting its focus toward its own AI models, in a bid to cut down on the rising costs of using advanced AI at a corporate level.
SpaceXAI's next AI model could debut today
SpaceXAI, the rebranded company formerly known as xAI, is gearing up to launch a cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) model in collaboration with Cursor.
You can now get your hands on OpenAI's GPT-5.6 model
The US Department of Commerce has given the green light for a wider release of OpenAI's cutting-edge GPT-5.6 model.
You can now use video editing tools on X
X, the social network, has introduced a new video editing and recording feature.
Discord's AI moderation system might not be working after all
Discord has admitted to a major blunder in its AI moderation system, which has wrongfully banned over 8,000 users in the last two months.
Meta disables camera if smart glasses privacy LED is tampered
Meta has announced a new update for its smart glasses, which will disable the camera if it detects that someone has tampered with or destroyed the privacy LED light.
Meta's new AI tool detects images made by Muse model
Meta is developing a cutting-edge detection tool. The innovative system has been designed to identify images generated by Muse Image, its latest image generation model.
Google to launch Pixel 11 series on August 12
Google has confirmed its next Made by Google event for the launch of the Pixel 11 series.
Hacker arrest exposes Microsoft's Windows device ID tracking capabilities
The recent arrest of a teenage hacker has raised alarms about Microsoft's potential surveillance capabilities.
Anthropic's Claude Cowork now available on mobile and web
Anthropic has announced the expansion of its AI platform, Claude Cowork, to mobile and web.
Samsung's next-gen foldables debut July 22: What to expect
Samsung has officially announced that its next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on July 22 in London.
Meta's new AI image tool sparks fresh privacy worries
Meta has launched its latest artificial intelligence (AI) image generator, Muse Image, developed by the company's dedicated AI unit, Meta Superintelligence Labs.
China might curb access to its top AI models: Report
China is considering limiting access to its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, including unreleased ones.
Nothing's new budget earbuds can record what you're listening to
Nothing has launched its latest budget-friendly wireless earbuds, the Ear (3a), at a price of $99.
DeepSeek developing AI chips to cut reliance on NVIDIA, Huawei
DeepSeek, a leading Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) firm, is reportedly developing its own silicon chips.
US deploys Anthropic AI for cyber defense
The United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is using Anthropic's artificial intelligence (AI) model, Mythos, to detect vulnerabilities in government software.