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OpenAI, Microsoft drop AGI clause, end exclusivity in new deal
Microsoft and OpenAI have officially terminated their "AGI clause," a key component of their long-standing partnership.
Samsung reportedly readies Jinju smart glasses with dual 12MP cameras
A recent leak suggests that Samsung is developing smart glasses, seemingly inspired by Meta’s Ray-Ban AI glasses design.
SpaceX scrubs Falcon Heavy ViaSat-3 F3 at Kennedy Space Center
SpaceX's planned launch of the Falcon Heavy carrying ViaSat-3 F3 was delayed due to adverse weather, a common occurrence in space missions.
Canva apologizes after Magic Write accidentally replaced 'Palestine' with 'Ukraine'
Canva, a graphic design platform, has apologized after its AI tool, Magic Layers, was found to be removing the word "Palestine" from user designs and replacing it with "Ukraine".
Google's Gemini gains proactive assistance, pulls Gmail and Calendar data
Google is preparing to introduce 'Proactive Assistance' in its Gemini app, along with new voice options, enhancing user experience and personalization.
Wispr Flow launches in India with Hinglish support, users tripled
AI-powered voice-to-text startup Wispr Flow has officially launched in India, offering full Hinglish support and an Android app.
SpaceX completes 50th launch from California, adds 25 Starlink satellites
SpaceX marked its 50th mission of the year by launching a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 25 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
Meta taps Overview Energy and Noon Energy for clean power
Meta has announced a partnership with Noon Energy to provide up to 1 GW/100 GWh of ultra-long-duration energy storage for its AI data centres.
Google employees press Sundar Pichai to reject Pentagon Gemini AI
Over 600 Google employees have urged CEO Sundar Pichai to reject a proposed Pentagon contract involving the use of its AI technology in classified military operations.
Samsung plans Galaxy Glasses release later this year priced $379-$499
Leaked images reveal that Samsung's first smart glasses, code-named "Jinju," closely resemble Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses and may be announced next month.
European Commission orders Google open Android to competing AI services
The European Commission has issued guidelines to Google, aimed at enabling its competitors in online search and AI technology to access key services, promoting fair competition.
Super El Nino in 2026 could reshape global weather patterns
Experts warn of a potential "super" El Niño this year, which could lead to irreversible changes in Earth's climate due to intense warming of the Pacific Ocean.
Samsung will make Trips feature available in Wallet this month
Samsung Wallet is set to enhance travel planning with its new 'Trips' feature, aiming to provide a more organized and accessible hub for reservations and tickets.
Johnson & Johnson doubles drug lead finding speed with AI
Johnson & Johnson is employing artificial intelligence to halve the time required for identifying potential new drug candidates.
Amazon launches 29 internet satellites tonight on ULA Atlas V
United Launch Alliance's Atlas V rocket is set to launch 29 of Amazon's internet satellites from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station tonight.
OpenAI and Microsoft tweak deal, Azure no longer exclusive host
OpenAI, under a revised agreement with Microsoft, can now serve its products via any cloud provider, potentially benefiting Google's cloud services.
Apple AirPods 4 drop to $99 on Amazon, was $129
Apple's AirPods 4, renowned for their exceptional sound quality and features, are now more affordable on Amazon, dropping to a limited-time price of $99.
SpaceX scrubs 1st Falcon Heavy rocket launch in 18 months
SpaceX has postponed the launch of its Falcon Heavy rocket due to inclement weather conditions.
#TechBytes: How to keep your digital calendar private
In today's digital age, calendars have become an integral part of our daily lives. They help us manage time, schedule appointments, and keep track of important events.
How China plans to tackle rising number of Alzheimer's cases
China has launched a major national campaign against Alzheimer's disease, a degenerative brain condition that could affect nearly 10% of its population by 2050.
How to make eco-friendly cleaning easy
Sustainable home cleaning is all about reducing waste, conserving resources, and minimizing chemical use with smart technology.
Spotify launches 'fitness hub' with guided workouts
Spotify has announced the launch of a dedicated "Fitness" hub on its platform.
Why lawyers must use AI to boost their growth
The legal profession is undergoing a major overhaul, with artificial intelligence integrated into case research workflows.
For personalized recipes, try these AI tools
AI is revolutionizing recipe discovery and customization, making home cooking more accessible and creative than ever.
Interested in ceramic designing? Read on
In the ceramics industry, AI tools are revolutionizing efficiency in every aspect, be it design, production, or quality control.
Home decluttering? Here's how AI can help
Decluttering your home can feel overwhelming. But AI tools are making it a lot easier by visualizing cleaner spaces, generating personalized plans, and automating decisions.
Meta signs deal for 24x7 solar power beamed from space
Meta Platforms has signed a groundbreaking agreement with Overview Energy, a start-up focused on space-based solar power.
Create treasure hunt adventures with these AI tools
AI apps are revolutionizing how we make imaginary treasure hunt adventures.
Tired of writing emails? Try these AI tools
In today's fast-paced work environment, professionals often find it difficult to craft clear, concise, and polished emails, carrying the right tone and message.
Dell's new laptops promise up to 40-hour battery life
Dell has introduced its latest XPS 14 and XPS 16 laptops in India.
Use these AI tools to plan your next vacation
AI tools have changed the game when it comes to planning our annual vacations.
This is for the history buffs!
Imagine being able to use your smartphone to explore ancient monuments, with historical details and architectural features popping up in an instant through augmented reality (AR).
Chrome may soon let users share tabs seamlessly across devices
Google is working on a new feature for its Chrome browser that will let users share tabs across different devices.
Managing travel expenses made easy, thanks to AI
AI tools are completely transforming the way businesses deal with travel expense reports.
Create your home office your way with AI
Creating a personalized ambient home office environment is now easier than ever with AI tools.
Sam Altman wants to rebuild internet for AI era
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has suggested that it may be time to "seriously rethink" how operating systems and user interfaces are designed.
ISRO may send civilians to space in future Gaganyaan missions
In a major development, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is planning to open its astronaut corps to civilians. The move comes as part of the agency's long-term human spaceflight program.
This tool deliberately adds typos to humanize AI-written emails
In an era where AI tools like ChatGPT can create flawless emails with just a few clicks, it's becoming increasingly difficult to tell if a message was written by a human.
OpenAI's smartphone may replace apps with AI agents
OpenAI, the artificial intelligence (AI) giant, is said to be working on an AI-first smartphone. The company is collaborating with MediaTek and Qualcomm for the development of smartphone processors.
DeepSeek offers 75% discount on AI new model
DeepSeek, a leading AI lab based in Hangzhou, recently launched its latest flagship model, the DeepSeek-V4-Pro.
Truecaller loses ground in India as competition heats up
Truecaller, the popular caller identification app with over 500 million users worldwide, is facing a tough phase.
China's 'iron flow battery' can make renewable energy storage cheaper
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary "all-iron flow battery" technology, which could drastically reduce the cost of renewable energy storage.
This Chinese 'predator-like' material can extract uranium from the ocean
An international research team in China has developed a revolutionary "predator-like" material capable of hunting uranium ions in the ocean.
India's e-commerce is entering agentic era with AI-led shopping
Leading e-commerce platforms and brands in India are working on their own artificial intelligence (AI) storefronts. The move is aimed at leveraging the potential of agentic commerce on large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google Gemini.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 'Wide' revealed in new leak
Samsung's upcoming foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 "Wide," has been spotted in dummy unit leaks.
Apple's next CEO is going all-in on new gadgets
John Ternus, Apple's new CEO set to replace Tim Cook in September, is expected to launch around 10 new product categories in the coming years.
Google redesigns app icons across its product ecosystem
Google is expanding the rollout of its new gradient icon design across more apps.
WhatsApp will stop working on these Android phones
WhatsApp, the popular messaging app owned by Meta, will stop supporting Android versions older than 6.0 from September 8, 2026.
AI-driven cyber attacks pose new risks, warns Indian cybersecurity agency
India's national cybersecurity agency, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), has issued a warning about the growing threat of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven cyber attacks.
Andhra CM to launch Google's $15B AI data center tomorrow
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will lay the foundation stone for a $15 billion artificial intelligence (AI) data center in Visakhapatnam on April 28.
SpaceX to launch Falcon Heavy today, 1st-time in 18 months
SpaceX is gearing up for the first launch of its powerful Falcon Heavy rocket in 18 months.
Musk is bringing banking to X in super app bid
Elon Musk is one step closer to his vision of an "everything app" with the upcoming launch of a financial services tool, X Money.
This Chinese battery can run on coal!
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary "battery" that can generate electricity from coal without any carbon dioxide emissions.
You can now use DeepSeek's V4 models in OpenClaw
OpenClaw, a popular artificial intelligence agent, has integrated DeepSeek's latest V4 Flash model as its default.
Watch: Hubble Space Telescope snapped on its 36th birthday
To celebrate the Hubble Space Telescope's 36th birthday, Colorado-based spatial intelligence firm Vantor has shared a stunning close-up image of the observatory.