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Agamya Tech Summit 2026 brings cybersecurity career and research focus
Belagavi will host the Agamya Tech Summit 2026 on August 29-30 at SGBIT, focusing on cybersecurity careers, research, and academia-industry collaboration in North Karnataka.
Sprints change blood molecules linked to heart and metabolic health
Short, intense sprints trigger significant molecular changes in the bloodstream, potentially enhancing cardiovascular and metabolic health.
Researchers find most Arctic permafrost carbon reaching sediments remains buried
Scientists discovered that thawing Arctic permafrost releases ancient carbon, with most remaining buried offshore while microorganisms convert only 10% into greenhouse gases.
China showcases humanoid robots in Beijing, 1 runs 100m 9.39s
China is showcasing humanoid robots excelling in home tasks and sports, with innovations like record-breaking races and automated laundry at global events.
Meta rolls out Muse Spark beta AI app for Mac
Meta unveils a standalone generative AI app for Mac, powered by Muse Spark, offering tailored advice, task automation, and business insights based on user activity.
Sony India launches IER-M500 in-ear monitors with sealed housing
Sony India has introduced the IER-M500 in-ear monitor headphones, offering professional-grade audio and noise isolation, priced at Rs 10,990. Sales begin on 24th August 2026.
Plaud launches Note Pro and NotePin S AI recorders
Plaud has introduced the Note Pro and NotePin S in India, enabling professionals to capture conversations and transform them into actionable insights with advanced AI capabilities.
Why China's new X-ray technique is a gamechanger
Chinese scientists have developed a new tabletop X-ray ghost imaging technique, enabling real-time "see-through" videos of fast-moving objects.
Shokz launches OpenFit Air 2 earbuds at 7.2g for $130
Shokz unveils the $130 OpenFit Air 2, its lightest earhook earbuds yet at 7.2g per bud, featuring a sleeker case and enhanced Bassphere technology for improved low-end sound.
Partial lunar eclipse covers 96% of the moon August 27-28
The partial lunar eclipse on Aug. 27-28 will showcase Earth's shadow in five distinct stages, with 96% of the moon covered at its peak.
Alibaba unveils Wan3.0 for 30 seconds high resolution videos
Alibaba unveils Wan3.0, its advanced AI video-generation model, following the success of Qwen, which outperformed Google Gemini and ChatGPT in coding benchmarks.
Lunar eclipse on August 28: Why India won't see it
On August 28, 2026, a major lunar event will unfold as the Moon passes through Earth's shadow.
Chromatics AI report finds models exclude non-Western languages and perspectives
A report by Chromatics AI highlights how Western cultural bias embedded in artificial intelligence systems could influence billions of users' perceptions worldwide.
Sony emails PlayStation users that digital purchases are licensed
Sony has reminded PlayStation users via email that digital game purchases only grant a license, not ownership, amidst backlash over its decision to end physical game discs by 2028.
Scientists turn plastic waste into food for astronauts
In a groundbreaking development, researchers have created cookies from upcycled plastic as part of a NASA-funded project. The effort is aimed at feeding astronauts on future space missions.
IIT Bombay launches online postgraduate diploma in CS and AI
IIT Bombay introduces an online postgraduate diploma in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, blending foundational CS concepts with cutting-edge AI advancements.
Why Jeff Dean left Google for an AI start-up
Jeff Dean, a long-serving executive and former chief scientist at Google, has explained his decision to leave the tech giant after 27 years. He is now focused on building his own artificial intelligence (AI) startup, Discovery Loop.
WazirX launches AI assistant to simplify crypto trading across platforms
WazirX has introduced WazirX AI, a conversational tool that integrates market research, portfolio tracking, and trade execution to simplify crypto trading for users.
FDA clears PrecivityAD2 blood test for Alzheimer's in adults 40+
The FDA has approved C2N Diagnostics' PrecivityAD2, the first blood test to detect Alzheimer's in Americans as young as 40, enabling earlier and more accurate diagnoses.
Google fixes Android Auto disconnection bug in 17.3 and 17.4
Google has resolved a major bug in Android Auto version 17.2 that caused frequent crashes and disconnections, with updates 17.3 and 17.4 now available to users via the Play Store.
Xiaomi unveils its fastest smartphone chip
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has unveiled its latest in-house smartphone processor, the Xring O3.
India's semiconductor market to reach $155B by 2031: Report
India's semiconductor market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20% and hit $155 billion by 2031, a report by Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund has said.
Apple may raise iPhone 18 Pro prices by $100
Apple is gearing up to launch its next-generation smartphones, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, early next month.
IIT Madras launches Alloy Tattvasar AI platform for eco alloys
IIT Madras researchers created an AI platform with 185,000 alloy records, accelerating sustainable materials discovery for electric vehicles, aerospace, and marine applications.
Fireflies.ai plans to handle emails, chats, and scheduling at work
Fireflies CEO Krish Ramineni envisions transforming its AI bot from a meeting notetaker into an action-oriented teammate, automating tasks across workplace systems.
Economic Times hosts ET AI Hackathon powered by Accenture
The Economic Times, powered by Accenture, launches a national AI Hackathon for seasoned professionals to solve real-world enterprise challenges and gain career opportunities.
Deepender Goyal bringing Temple health wearable to India by 2026
Temple, a groundbreaking health-tech wearable by Deepender Goyal, is set to launch soon in India, offering non-invasive tracking of cerebral blood flow and neurological signals.
Jeff Dean leaves Google to launch AI startup Discovery Loop
Jeff Dean, ex-Google chief scientist, left after 27 years to launch Discovery Loop, citing the agility of small teams and cloud computing's role in enabling ambitious AI projects.
Poco M8x 5G debuts in India with 120Hz HD+ display
Poco has introduced the budget-friendly M8x 5G in India, featuring a Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chip, a massive 7,900mAh battery, and Android 16-based HyperOS 3.
Claude AI faces major outage, affecting multiple services
Anthropic's AI platform, Claude, has been hit by a major outage. The disruption was first reported on Sunday night and has since affected multiple services under the Claude umbrella.
Singapore's new data center runs on living human brain cells
Singapore has unveiled a revolutionary biological data center prototype, the first of its kind in the world.
This AI app can detect depression in new mothers
A team of researchers from the University of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, are testing a new AI app for detecting signs of depression in pregnant women and new mothers.
Early-stage rectal cancer patients might not require surgery anymore
A groundbreaking international clinical trial has suggested that patients with early-stage rectal cancer may be able to be treated without major surgery or the need for a colostomy bag.
This AI tool can find hidden patterns in breast cancer
A team of researchers from the University of Southampton has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool capable of revealing previously unseen patterns in breast cancer.
Wi-Fi 8 could fix the biggest problems with home Wi-Fi
The next generation of Wi-Fi, dubbed Wi-Fi 8, is in the works and it promises to be a major upgrade for home networks.
Samsung finishes 28 practical AI workshops for Indian school students
Samsung's Galaxy Campus Connect workshops empower students with practical AI skills, focusing on effective prompting, contextual inputs, and real-world academic applications.
Term Finance loses $8.5 million after hacker drains Meta vaults
An attacker exploited governance token voting power to drain $8.5 million from Term Finance's lending vaults, forcing the platform to shut down the affected product.
AI 5G cloud could lift India's online retail to $300B
AI is transforming Indian retail by driving personalisation for consumers and empowering small sellers with advanced tools, enabling them to compete effectively with larger brands.
Take-Two seeks Microsoft and Discord records over GTA VI leak
Take-Two is pursuing account records after alleged Grand Theft Auto VI material leaked online, raising concerns about cybersecurity and the exposure of unreleased games.
Apple readies its stores for new smart home products
Apple is revamping the "Avenues" section of its retail stores, a move that signals the launch of its long-rumored Siri-powered HomePod products.
Google launches AI agents to automate forward-deployed engineers' tasks
Google is developing AI agents to automate tasks traditionally handled by forward-deployed engineers, aiming to streamline enterprise data organization and enhance AI efficiency.
Apple to refresh iMac lineup with M6 chip this year
Apple is gearing up to refresh its iMac lineup with the new M6 chip. The update is expected to be launched before the end of this year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
India's tech ministry MeitY invites new AI and ML vendors
The Ministry of Electronics and IT has reopened its AI vendor empanelment to expand its talent pool, following the selection of six firms, including TCS and NEC India, in Round 1.
Singapore unveils biological data center prototype with 16 million neurons
Singapore debuts a revolutionary biological data centre prototype, integrating 16 million living human neurons across 20 computers to redefine AI and computing efficiency.
STAR-TREC trial suggests chemoradiotherapy spares surgery for early-stage rectal cancer
A groundbreaking trial led by UK universities suggests chemotherapy and radiotherapy could help early-stage rectal cancer patients avoid major surgery and permanent colostomy bags.
Don't let few players control AI: Sam Altman
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has expressed concerns over the future of artificial intelligence (AI), fearing that it could be dominated by a handful of corporations or individuals.
Southampton researchers' CenSegNet distinguishes 2 centrosome abnormalities in breast cancer
Researchers at the University of Southampton developed an AI tool, CenSegNet, to identify previously unseen breast cancer patterns, aiding personalised treatments.
Nottingham researchers test BlueSky AI app for maternal depression
Researchers are testing an AI-powered app that analyzes mood and behavior to flag potential depression in pregnant women and new mothers, aiming to support early intervention.
Twitch, Amazon hit with class action lawsuit over AI training
A Connecticut-based Twitch streamer, Warren Pandiscia, has filed a class action lawsuit against Twitch and Amazon.
ChatGPT may soon let you lock individual chats
OpenAI is reportedly working on a new feature to enhance privacy for ChatGPT users.
Fake GTA 6 leak hides a virus inside
A malicious version of the highly-anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) has been spotted online.
China pauses Chang'e-7 lunar probe launch over tropical depression Narra
China's Chang'e-7 mission to explore water on the Moon's south pole has been delayed due to weather conditions, with a new launch date potentially pushed to 2027.
NASA experiments show bacteria and fungi survive Moon's coldest regions
NASA researchers discovered certain Earth microbes can survive the moon's extreme conditions, entering a frozen state in its permanently shadowed regions.
Indian researchers develop AI tool and smart drug for cancer
Indian researchers have developed AI tools to detect elusive cancer stem-like cells and synthesized targeted drugs that activate only in malignant tissues, minimizing side effects.
Streamer Warren Pandiscia sues Twitch and Amazon over AI training
Twitch streamer Warren Pandiscia has filed a class action lawsuit against Twitch and Amazon, alleging his content was used to train AI models without proper licensing or consent.
Apple updates retail 'Avenues's sections to showcase next generation HomePod
Apple is reportedly redesigning the "Avenues" section of its stores to showcase a new Siri-powered HomePod hub with a 7-inch display and smart home integration.
'MacBook Ultra': What to expect from Apple's first touchscreen laptop
Apple is all set to launch its first touchscreen MacBook, ending a decade-long wait for the feature in its Mac notebook line.
What's 'Android Pulse,' Google's mysterious app that helps debug issues?
Google recently surfaced a first-party Google app called "Android Pulse" on its Play Store.
OpenAI urges California to strengthen AI safety bill
OpenAI has called on California to bolster its groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) safety legislation.
DeepMind alumni's AI agent beats OpenAI's GPT-5.5 in research tasks
Inherent, a London-based artificial intelligence (AI) lab founded by former Google DeepMind employees, has announced that its latest AI agent, Faraday, has outperformed larger models from Anthropic and OpenAI.
India to build its own space station by 2035
India is gearing up to build its own space station by 2035, ISRO Chairman Dr. V Narayanan announced on Sunday.
National Space Day: India celebrates achievements in space exploration
India is celebrating National Space Day on August 23, in honor of the historic Chandrayaan-3 mission.
China's Chang'e-7 Moon mission launch delayed
China's highly-anticipated Chang'e-7 lunar mission has been postponed by nearly a month due to bad weather conditions.
No new strain of H1N1 detected in India, says ICMR
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has confirmed that there is no new strain of H1N1 (swine flu) in India.
This is what happens when supermassive black holes turn off
Astronomers have discovered a hitherto unseen population of "radio galaxies" with fading "radio lobes."
Cancer treatment breakthrough achieved by doctors in West Bengal
Doctors at Narayana Health in West Bengal have performed a successful Haplo Cord transplant to treat a seven-year-old boy suffering from thalassemia.
This OpenAI leader is worried of 'persistent' AI cyberattacks
Chris Lehane, OpenAI's Chief Global Affairs Officer, has warned of the threat posed by advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Meta's patented privacy shield for smart glasses could prevent snooping
Meta has filed a patent for a "privacy shield" on its smart glasses.
Claude can now draft and send emails
Anthropic's AI agent, Claude, has received a major update in its Gmail and Google Drive integrations.
Meet Ox Alpha, mysterious free AI model drawing developers
A mysterious artificial intelligence (AI) model, dubbed Ox Alpha, is gaining traction among developers.
ISRO to launch an uncrewed Gaganyaan mission by December
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for a major milestone in its history.
ISRO to stop making rockets, satellites in the future
India's space program is undergoing a major transformation as the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) prepares to hand over the manufacturing of launch vehicles and routine satellites to private companies.
World's first custom immunity system for plants is here
Chinese scientists have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven platform to create custom plant immune receptors.
China's AI-powered flying robot can help rescue people from drowning
China has tested an innovative AI-powered rescue robot, dubbed the "flying lifebuoy," that can fly directly to drowning people.
1M+ users have used LinkedIn's 'AI slop' button
LinkedIn's new "AI slop" button, announced on July 30, has garnered a lot of attention.
NVIDIA AI server prices are rising by more than 15%
Some of NVIDIA's biggest customers have been told that prices for servers containing its artificial intelligence (AI) chips are rising by more than 15% in many cases, according to Bloomberg.
You need these skills to join OpenAI's economic research team
Ronnie Chatterji, OpenAI's Chief Economist, has revealed the skills required to join his economic research team.
Apple's Vision Pro was once called Reality Pro
Apple's highly anticipated Vision Pro headset was internally dubbed "Reality Pro" for a long time during its development.
This Chinese humanoid robot is faster than Usain Bolt
Chinese smartphone maker Honor's humanoid robot, Lightning, has broken the human world record for the 100m dash.
First-in-the-world: UK python receives cancer treatment meant for humans
A 15-foot-long reticulated python named Jodie Foster has become the world's first snake to receive electrochemotherapy.
A 'ChatGPT moment' for robot brains is coming in 2027
ACE Robotics, a Chinese start-up focused on embodied artificial intelligence (AI), has predicted a major breakthrough in humanoid robot brains by the end of 2027.
This autonomous combat aircraft concept is straight out of future
Swedish defense giant, Saab, has unveiled a full-scale concept of its new stealthy supersonic autonomous combat aircraft.
YouTube's new view-counting system: What it means for creators
YouTube is changing its public view-counting system from August 24, 2026.
Tesla is reportedly discontinuing its solar roof tiles
Tesla is reportedly discontinuing its Solar Roof tiles, nearly a decade after their launch.
US government probing security risks of Chinese LiDAR sensors
The Idaho National Laboratory, a Department of Energy facility, is investigating the potential security risks of Chinese LiDAR sensors if they are widely adopted in US vehicles.
New SIM-card rules from August 24: How they affect you?
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has announced a major change in SIM card rules, effective from August 24.
SpaceX's 1st orbital Starship launch could happen in September
SpaceX is gearing up for the next launch of its massive Starship rocket.
Oura smart ring maker faces lawsuit over inaccurate sleep tracking
Oura, the company behind the popular smart ring, is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit in California.
YouTube Premium gets another price hike
YouTube Premium prices are rising in countries worldwide, Google confirms to users.
Why Modi government ordered Google to remove several Firebase accounts
The Indian government has ordered tech giant Google to remove hundreds of accounts from its Firebase platform.
Samsung to become world's leading smartphone maker in 2026: Counterpoint
Samsung is set to reclaim its position as the world's leading smartphone manufacturer in 2026, Counterpoint Research has predicted.
Rare earths are now being extracted from mine wastewater
In a major breakthrough, West Virginia University (WVU) researchers have started extracting valuable rare earth elements from acidic mine drainage.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol model is now cheaper for developers
OpenAI has announced a major price cut for its frontier GPT-5.6 Sol model, reducing costs by over 20% for developers.
Anthropic's Opus 4.6 found to bypass restrictions on explicit content
Anthropic's model released earlier this year, Claude Opus 4.6, has been found to easily bypass restrictions on generating sexually explicit content.
TSMC develops 1.6nm chip process, plans mass production in Q4
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has completed the development of its angstrom-class 1.6nm chip manufacturing process.
Lunar eclipse next week: When, where, how to see it
A partial lunar eclipse will take place on August 27-28, as Earth passes directly between the Sun and Moon during the full moon phase.
This Claude-powered AI device can move your hand
A team of six developers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has created an innovative AI-powered wearable device.