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Donaldson becomes 1st YouTube creator to reach 500 million subscribers
YouTube sensation MrBeast has become the first individual creator to surpass 500 million subscribers, solidifying his status as a global digital media powerhouse.
Humanoid robot begging video in China sparks AI debate
A viral video of a humanoid robot kneeling and soliciting donations via QR codes in China has ignited discussions about the growing integration of AI into daily life.
Visa and OpenAI let ChatGPT Shopping and Atlas make purchases
Visa and OpenAI have partnered to enable secure AI-driven transactions, but concerns remain about the reliability of agentic commerce and potential risks.
Google trials DeepMind's TacticAI with Palmeiras to predict 8-second plays
Google is collaborating with Palmeiras to test TacticAI, an advanced system by DeepMind that forecasts player movements and match scenarios up to eight seconds in advance.
World's 1st tri-band optical fiber communication system debuts in China
China has unveiled the world's first three-band optical fiber communication system, a groundbreaking technology that could significantly enhance the capacity of future artificial intelligence (AI) networks.
This pioneering therapy from UK can cure lupus
In a major medical breakthrough, five patients suffering from lupus in England have gone into remission after receiving a pioneering therapy.
Google sues Chinese cybercrime network using AI for financial scams
Google has filed a lawsuit against a Chinese cybercrime network called Outsider Enterprise.
North Atlantic 'cold blob' cooled 0.9°C while world warmed 1°C
A cooling patch in the North Atlantic, known as the "cold blob," is linked to a weakening AMOC, disrupting climate patterns and amplifying global climate change risks.
NASA Hubble Space Telescope releases image of MACS0329-0211 gravitational lens
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope captured a stunning image of galaxy cluster MACS0329-0211, showcasing gravitational lensing and the universe’s large-scale structure.
Red Balloon Aerospace 1st private Indian company launches super-pressure balloon
Red Balloon Aerospace, an Indian startup, is leveraging high-altitude balloons to test astronaut safety systems and hardware for future space missions.
Mohandas Pai urges 50,000 cr national AI mission for India
Mohandas Pai urged PM Modi to launch a National AI Mission with Rs 50,000 crore funding after the US restricted access to Anthropic's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models globally.
Meta made 'mistakes' in AI workforce transformation, says Mark Zuckerberg
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has acknowledged the company's missteps in its artificial intelligence (AI) workforce transformation.
Scientists find Indian plate splitting beneath Himalayas, lower layer peeling
Scientists have uncovered that the Indian Plate is fragmenting beneath the Himalayas, reshaping geological theories and revealing new earthquake risk insights.
FDA approves Tzield for 8-17 with stage 3 Type-1 diabetes
The US FDA has approved Sanofi's Tzield for children aged 8-17 recently diagnosed with stage 3 type 1 diabetes, aiming to slow insulin production loss.
US blocks Anthropic models, Indian leaders call for homegrown AI
The US suspension of Anthropic’s Fable 5 model has prompted India Inc to prioritize domestic AI development, open-source models, and semiconductor innovation.
China threatens US over blacklist of leading tech firms
China has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the US Defense Department's recent decision to add several major Chinese companies to its blacklist.
Four risks linked to 99% of heart attacks and strokes
A massive study of over 9 million people reveals nearly all heart attacks and strokes are linked to high blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, or smoking.
Study finds trees stop wood growth earlier, limiting carbon storage
A study reveals photosynthesis doesn't always lead to wood growth, suggesting forests may store less carbon than expected as rising temperatures disrupt tree growth cycles.
Anthropic pulls Mythos AI models globally after US government directive
The US government has ordered Anthropic to immediately disable access to its two most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, Claude Fable 5 and Claude Mythos 5. The decision was made over national security concerns.
New York attorney general's subpoena leads multistate investigation into OpenAI
A coalition of US state attorneys general is investigating OpenAI, issuing a subpoena on its operations and user impact as the company prepares for a potential $1 trillion IPO.
Anthropic pauses Fable 5 and Mythos 5 after US order
Anthropic has suspended global access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models following a US government export control directive citing national security concerns.
AI Gemini daily brief merges Gmail Google Calendar and chats
Gemini Daily Brief streamlines your mornings by delivering a prioritized snapshot from Gmail, Calendar, and chats, helping you focus on what truly matters before starting work.
Harvard researchers: trimming visceral fat benefits heart, metabolism and brain
Harvard studies reveal losing visceral fat, not just weight, significantly boosts heart health and brain function, offering lasting benefits beyond the scale.
Meta's new applied AI team faces internal unrest after layoffs
Meta's Applied AI team, formed three months ago, faces internal unrest as employees describe their work as "soul-crushing" and protest forced assignments.
Upgrades follow Delhi fire at 3rd-party center serving Google Cloud
Data centres are investing in advanced fire suppression, cooling, and electrical systems as AI workloads drive higher computing density and hardware value concentration.
IndiaAI Mission launches 5 foundational AI models including Varya
IndiaAI Mission has developed 20 foundational AI models, with five already released, including Varya, India's first distilled video-generation model by Avataar AI.
Google launches 'Search agents' in AI mode for live updates
Google has launched Search agents in AI Mode for Ultra subscribers, offering 24/7 intelligent tracking and updates on personalized information across various platforms.
'Pixelated' recaps WWDC, Android updates and Paris Hilton appearance
Episode 104 of *Pixelated* dives into Siri's AI evolution with Gemini, exploring its impact alongside WWDC highlights, Liquid Glass changes, and Android updates.
FDA approves bemotrizinol as 1st new sunscreen ingredient in decades
The FDA has approved Bemotrizinol, a sunscreen ingredient used in Europe and Asia, offering broad UVA and UVB protection with improved safety and stability.
Google updates Gemini Mac app with cleaner icon, library facelift
Google has updated the Gemini app for macOS with a new white icon, streamlined settings layout, and a hotkey shortcut to attach active windows directly to chats.
From Paul the Octopus to AI: Chatbots predicting FIFA winners
As the excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to predict potential winners.
Instagram down! Users reporting app crashes, DM issues, login problems
Instagram appears to be facing a widespread outage, with users reporting app crashes, login troubles, and timeline access issues.
Xiaomi says its new AI coding model beats Claude Code
Xiaomi has unveiled MiMo Code v0.1.0, an open-source terminal-native AI coding assistant for developers.
WhatsApp will soon stop working on these iPhones
Meta has announced that WhatsApp will require iOS 15.5 or later starting November 30, 2026.
Reddit now lets you post videos in comments
Reddit has introduced a new feature that allows users to post videos directly in comment sections.
WhatsApp for Android to get iOS-like message action menu
WhatsApp, the popular messaging app owned by Meta, is finally giving its Android users a long-awaited feature.
MacBook Ultra could become Apple's first touchscreen laptop
Apple's long-rumored touchscreen MacBook may finally be in the works.
This free tool detects AI songs in your playlist
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize the music industry, streaming platforms are facing a new challenge: differentiating between human-created and AI-generated songs.
'Pokemon Go' data could help military drones navigate
The location scans from the globally popular augmented reality game, Pokemon Go, have been used to train an artificial intelligence (AI) model.
CRED introduces multi-bill payments, autopay for credit card bills
Fintech platform CRED has launched two new features to make credit card bill payments easier for its users.
Struggling with writing clarity? Try these AI tools
Using AI for sentence structuring can make your writing clear and professional like never before.
Virtual communities: 5 AI tools for better engagement
Virtual community engagement thrives when members feel heard, informed, and can participate easily.
5 AI-powered tools for better digital accessibility
Digital accessibility is important in making sure that everyone, regardless of their abilities, is able to access and benefit from digital content.
5 AI tools for sustainable fashion choices
As consumers and brands are increasingly focused on reducing waste and making responsible choices, sustainable fashion is on the rise.
Urban travel: 5 AI tools making commuting easier
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way cities handle traffic and optimize travel routes.
Students, these AI tools can make learning easier
Maximizing learning efficiency with intelligent AI tools means using technology to make your study more personalized, organized, and effective.
Create cafe-style coffee blends with these AI tools
AI tools are revolutionizing how coffee lovers create their own blends.
Japan's H3 rocket successfully launches after previous failure
Japan's flagship H3 rocket has successfully launched, marking a major milestone for the country's space industry.
UK approves first weight-loss pill as alternative to injections
Britain's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved Novo Nordisk's weight-loss pill, Wegovy.
Apple slams revived US bill aimed at curbing Big Tech
Apple has slammed the American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA), a bipartisan bill reintroduced by Senators Chuck Grassley and Amy Klobuchar.
Discover the past through AI-powered tours
Explore history like never before with an immersive AI exploration app that turns landmarks, archives, and old streets into vivid, guided adventures.
The growing role of AI in forest conservation
AI is revolutionizing precision forestry management by improving the speed, accuracy, and scalability of forest measurement, monitoring, and decision-making.
Create music faster with these AI jamming tools
From needing a full band in one room, music jamming has come to be something we can do instantly on a phone, browser, or digital audio workstation (DAW).
The best AI tools for collaborative craft projects
In the world of craft project collaborations, one app with AI-generated design and planning tools can simplify the creative process.
AI hiring tools that help find the right talent
AI tools are revolutionizing global HR recruitment strategies by automating processes such as sourcing, screening, scheduling, interviewing, and candidate matching.
These AI tools can analyze your skin in minutes
AI tools to create personalized skincare routines are revolutionizing the way people address their skincare needs.
Apple says Siri isn't meant to be your romantic partner
Apple's software chief Craig Federighi has clarified that the company's virtual assistant, Siri, is not designed for romantic interactions.
How AI can help bring your hobby ideas to life
In the domain of personalized hobby project brainstorming, AI apps are gaining popularity.
Meta's Edits app gets AI assistant to brainstorm content ideas
Meta has announced major upgrades for its video-editing app, Edits. The updates were revealed at an exclusive creator event in Los Angeles.
Bluesky adds group chats to boost user engagement
Bluesky, the social network, has launched a new feature: group chats.
Canadian mother blames ChatGPT for daughter's suicide, sues OpenAI
A Canadian mother has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, claiming that the company's AI chatbot, ChatGPT, played a role in her daughter's suicide.
New IRCTC website to launch by July 15
Indian Railways is gearing up to launch a new and improved Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website by July 15.
US weather body warns of record-breaking El Nino
The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has confirmed the emergence of a powerful El Nino in the Pacific Ocean.
OpenAI buys AI start-up Ona to bolster its coding tool
OpenAI has announced its plan to acquire Ona, a start-up that provides secure, pre-configured cloud environments for artificial intelligence (AI) agents.
Samsung may help build Google's next-gen AI chip
Google is reportedly in talks with Samsung Electronics to produce a part of its next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) processor, according to The Information.
These AI tools can make DIY electronics easy
DIY electronics is getting faster and easier, thanks to AI tools that help with idea generation, circuit planning, PCB design, simulation, and debugging.
YouTube reintroduces direct messaging after 6 years
YouTube is bringing back its private messaging feature, allowing users to share videos and chat within the app.
Use these AI tools for stress-free gardening
Gardening can be a rewarding hobby, but it often involves a lot of guesswork.
How AI can help improve your wellness routine
Using AI to personalize wellness routines can make self-care more consistent, practical, and effective.
Personalise your meditation practice with these AI tools
AI methods can make mindfulness practices more consistent and personalized.
How to build self-discipline at work
AI can bolster self-discipline by converting ambiguous intentions into specific, timed actions.
Trump's new phone is actually a 2-year-old HTC device
The Trump Phone, officially known as the T1 Phone, is nothing more than a rebranded version of HTC's U24 Pro launched in 2024.
Missing urgent emails? These AI tools can help
AI tech is revolutionizing the way we handle emails by categorizing them according to their urgency.
For virtual brainstorming, use these AI tools
AI tools are revolutionizing virtual brainstorming sessions, making them quicker, more organized, and creative.
OnePlus eyes India's budget smartphone segment with N series
OnePlus has teased a new smartphone lineup for the Indian market, called the N series.
Hosting a plant-based dinner? Try these AI tools
Planning a plant-based dinner party can be made easier with the help of AI tools. They can help you pick recipes, generate shopping lists, and keep flavors and nutrition balanced.
Uploading songs to YouTube? Google may use for AI training
Google is facing a copyright lawsuit from independent artists, songwriters, and producers.
AI-generated code doesn't always boost developer productivity: AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amazon's cloud computing division, has sparked a debate in the tech world.
Nearly 1M passports, driver's licenses exposed in data leak
A security breach has exposed nearly a million personal identity documents, including passports and driver's licenses, on the public internet.
Snapchat restricts underage users from sharing Spotlight posts publicly
Snapchat is tightening its content control measures to protect underage users from potential doxxing.
Thousands of Indians recording household chores to train AI models
As the humanoid robot market continues to grow, Indian workers are stepping up to help train these machines.
AI-powered apps that help you cook better
A fun AI app can make recipe planning a personalized affair instead of a mundane task.
The AI tools every content creator should know about
AI tools are revolutionizing the creative workflow for content creators by eliminating repetitive tasks, accelerating ideation, and enabling quicker transitions from drafts to final assets.
How AI is changing the way people meditate
Meditation is one of the most popular tools to combat stress and enhance mental well-being. With advancements in technology, AI apps now provide personalized meditation guides according to your individual needs.
How AI is making translation faster and easier
AI tools have revolutionized the speed at which languages can be converted. They automate initial drafts, ensure consistent terminology, and help translators refine content all at once.
The smart way AI helps prevent water waste
AI tools are transforming smart water management by helping utilities detect leaks quickly, predict demand, optimize pressure, and minimize water wastage.
These AI tools can give your home a new look
AI art curator tools are redefining home decor by providing fast and simple updates.
How AI can help you reach your goals faster
In today's fast-paced world, it can be hard to set and achieve daily goals.
IIT Kanpur hires 19-year-old hacker who exposed CBSE's security flaws
Nisarga Adhikary, a 19-year-old ethical hacker, has been hired by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur.
North Korean hackers behind half of US tech breaches: Report
A recent report by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has revealed that North Korean hackers made up about half of all documented "hands-on-keyboard" intrusions at US tech companies in the last year.
OpenAI considers making ChatGPT cheaper to fend off Anthropic
OpenAI is reportedly considering major price reductions for its artificial intelligence services.
You can now tell Instagram's algorithm what to show you
Instagram is introducing a new feature, "Your Algorithm," to give users more control over their main feed.
ChatGPT enters e-commerce with built-in Visa payments
Visa has integrated its payment network with OpenAI's ChatGPT, allowing the AI chatbot to shop and make purchases on behalf of users.
Will Artemis III crew land on Moon?
NASA has announced the crew for its upcoming Artemis III mission, which is set to take place next year.
xAI engineer alleges he was fired over Grok safety concerns
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI, and its parent firm SpaceX have been sued by an employee.