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AI surveillance in workplaces sparks privacy and culture debate
Employees worldwide are increasingly monitored by AI, with minor behavioral changes impacting performance evaluations, as seen in companies like Co-op in the UK.
IIIT-Dharwad team Icarus places 4th at ISRO Robotics Challenge ₹2L
Team Icarus from IIIT Dharwad secured fourth place in the ISRO Robotics Challenge 2026, winning ₹2 lakh for their autonomous quadcopter designed for Mars-like environments.
Apple launches HomePod mini 2, Apple TV 4K in India
Apple has introduced the HomePod Mini 2 and Apple TV 4K in India, with prices starting at Rs 18,900. Pre-orders are now live for both devices.
Apple reveals HomePod mini 2 at $149 with Siri AI
Apple has announced the HomePod mini 2, featuring Siri AI support and enhanced sound capabilities, marking its first update since the original release in 2020.
Apple launches HomeView 7-inch smart display in India priced ₹39,900
Apple has introduced the Apple HomeView in India, a smart home display priced at Rs 39,900, featuring a 7-inch Liquid Retina display and an upgraded Siri AI assistant.
Massachusetts teen wins $100,000 Davidson scholarship for plastic recycling innovation
Elizabeth Hanechak, an 18-year-old from Massachusetts, developed a microbial system to convert plastic waste into drinking water and fertiliser, earning her a $100,000 scholarship.
Meet HomeView, Apple's first smart display for your home
Apple has officially introduced its first-ever smart display, the HomeView.
Dutch Tax and Customs Administration halts Microsoft 365 rollout
The Netherlands’ Tax and Customs Administration has halted its Microsoft 365 cloud rollout, opting instead for open-source and on-premises solutions.
DRDO spotlights next-generation chips at ESTIC-2026 in New Delhi
The DRDO will highlight India's advancements in semiconductor technologies at the ESTIC-2026 conclave, focusing on strengthening the domestic chip-making ecosystem.
Yohan Laurito photographs rare red sprites over Brignoles in France
Photographer Yohan Laurito captured two rare red sprites above a thunderstorm in southern France, offering a glimpse of this elusive atmospheric phenomenon.
TrendAI's Sharda Tickoo urges Indian firms to track AI agents
Sharda Tickoo of TrendAI emphasizes the importance of identifying and monitoring AI agents in Indian companies to mitigate security risks and ensure robust governance.
Pat Gelsinger warns AI chips alone cannot fix industry shortages
Pat Gelsinger cautions tech giants that custom AI chips won't resolve the industry's core physical shortages, despite accelerating chip design with machine learning tools.
Nothing's Carl Pei calls iPhone Duo 'waste of money'
Carl Pei, the co-founder and CEO of Nothing, has criticized Apple's latest offering, the iPhone Duo.
Garmin launches screenless Cirqa smart band in India priced ₹25,990
Garmin has introduced the screen-less Cirqa smart band in India, featuring advanced sleep tracking and health monitoring capabilities, now available at a discounted launch price.
Nandan Nilekani says AI will not destroy jobs
Nandan Nilekani, the co-founder and chairman of Infosys, has dismissed fears of artificial intelligence (AI) destroying jobs.
Andrej Karpathy of Anthropic says 6 billion lack AI access
Andrej Karpathy highlights that 75% of the world has barely interacted with AI, while the top 5,000 insiders see advancements outpacing human comprehension.
Perseverance overtakes Opportunity to become Mars' longest-driving rover
NASA's Perseverance rover has set a new record for the longest distance traveled by a vehicle on another planet.
James Webb Space Telescope finds XLSSC 122 challenging cluster formation
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has discovered an ancient galaxy cluster with a dense concentration of dark matter, challenging existing cosmological models.
Oxford scientists recreate Aharonov-Bohm effect using hybrid quantum computer
Oxford physicists used a hybrid quantum computer to demonstrate the Aharonov-Bohm effect, where a particle's movement is halted by an invisible magnetic influence.
SpaceX launches Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral for NASA resupply
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched from Florida, carrying a Dragon spacecraft with over 2,800 kg of supplies and scientific experiments for the International Space Station.
Alibaba launches $450 AI glasses to take on Meta
Alibaba has launched its latest Qwen Glasses N1 series, a major step in its consumer electronics expansion and artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.
OpenAI model solved Navier-Stokes and 372 research problems, unsettling mathematicians
OpenAI's AI model has solved a Millennium Prize problem, sparking concerns about the implications of machine-driven solutions in scientific research.
Scaleway building Europe's 1st AMD-powered commercial AI supercomputer in Sweden
Scaleway is set to construct its first AI supercomputer outside France in Sweden, utilizing AMD Instinct MI355X chips for advanced AI functionalities.
Musk bundles Grok, Cursor, X Premium under one monthly plan
SpaceXSI (formerly SpaceXAI) has launched a new membership scheme called the X Subscription.
Experts at The Hindu Dialogues say AI widens healthcare access
Experts highlight AI's potential to expedite and reduce costs in medical diagnosis, while emphasizing the need for clinical validation and robust data protection measures.
Swiss scientists find 539 lipizones with lipid brain atlas
Researchers at EPFL University have mapped 539 distinct lipid-based regions in the mouse brain, revealing previously unknown chemical boundaries.
Bengaluru startup Scrub Robotics tests SCRUB V2 at Kengeri Lake
Scrub Robotics, incubated at RV College of Engineering, is creating SCRUB V2, a floating robot designed to efficiently collect waste from Bengaluru's polluted lakes and rivers.
Anthropic and OpenAI negotiate outside expert reviews after publication controls
Anthropic and OpenAI are negotiating with evaluators over publication rights, raising concerns about potential control over how AI models are scrutinized.
More than 200 experts urge offline testing of security AIs
Over 200 AI and cybersecurity experts, including Geoffrey Hinton and Yoshua Bengio, urge immediate measures to prevent AI models from threatening critical infrastructure.
Samsung Week 2026 India sale offers up to 60% off
Samsung has unveiled its Samsung Week 2026 sale in India, offering discounts of up to 60% on a range of products, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, TVs, and home appliances.
Around 400 scientists call for global AI oversight and air-gapping
Approximately 400 scientists, including AI pioneers, are urging the creation of an international regulatory body to oversee advanced AI systems and ensure safety.
We might have found a 'gold factory' in Milky Way
A team of Chinese and US researchers has found a mysterious high-energy light in the Milky Way galaxy.
Moonwalking astronauts might accidentally generate sparks and damage spacecraft
NASA has launched a "Lunar Grounding Challenge" to find solutions for a potential problem on its upcoming Moon missions.
Supermassive black hole found burping radio jets after a 'meal'
Astronomers have witnessed a supermassive black hole at the center of the Perseus Cluster, a massive collection of thousands of galaxies, belching out radio jets 300 days after devouring a heavy cosmic meal.
China assembles 1,000 mathematicians to close AI gap with US
China is gearing up to take on OpenAI and Anthropic in the artificial intelligence (AI) math race.
Anthropic launches $100 million plan for 10,000 frontier deployed engineers
Anthropic is investing $100 million to train 10,000 engineers by 2027, focusing on deploying AI systems in businesses through a new training initiative.
CHIME detects faint hydrogen glow as affordable dark energy probe
Scientists are using CHIME to detect hydrogen's faint radio emissions, offering a novel method to investigate dark energy and its role in the universe's accelerating expansion.
China's DeepSeek and Huawei work around US AI chip restrictions
As the US restricts China's access to advanced AI chips, Chinese companies like DeepSeek and Huawei are developing alternatives to reduce dependence on Nvidia's CUDA ecosystem.
Scientists create computer-generated rufous-collared sparrow song and local bird copies
Scientists are exploring the use of AI and live tutors to help birds relearn lost songs, crucial for mating and survival, as demonstrated by recent studies in Buenos Aires.
SpaceX subpoenaed to testify on AI risks in NYC
SpaceX has agreed to testify before the New York City Council about AI safety risks after receiving a subpoena, following its absence at a previous hearing.
Geoffrey Hinton calls AI 'alien beings' and urges rapid adaptation
Geoffrey Hinton warns of AI's potential to surpass human intelligence, urging society to prioritize human welfare as we create increasingly intelligent "alien beings."
AMT-130 gene therapy reduces Huntington's progression about 75% in trial
Scientists have developed AMT-130, a gene therapy that significantly slows Huntington's disease progression, marking a pivotal advancement after decades of research.
Notre Dame study links 3-year-old parenting to teen reward responses
A recent study suggests that positive early childhood parenting may enhance brain responses to rewards, potentially reducing depression risk in adolescence.
NASA and NSIDC report 3rd lowest Antarctic winter ice extent
Antarctic sea ice reached its third-lowest winter maximum on September 14, highlighting ongoing concerns about long-term changes in polar ice due to global warming.
Bhashini's Shrutlekh enables multilingual communication at Mussoorie civil service training
Bhashini facilitated real-time multilingual communication using its Shrutlekh system at an international capacity-building programme for civil servants in Mussoorie.
Global smartphone shipments plunge to 14-year low
Global smartphone shipments have plummeted, witnessing a massive 20% year-on-year (YoY) decline. This is the lowest level in the last 14 years.
Women with autoimmune conditions more likely to receive wrong diagnosis
Women suffering from autoimmune conditions are 74% more likely than men to be told their symptoms are psychological or psychosomatic, a study has found.
CMF by Nothing unveils customizable Speaker S and Speaker M
CMF, a sub-brand of Nothing, has introduced the CMF Speaker S and Speaker M, featuring up to 18 hours of battery life and customisable designs inspired by milk cartons.
Apple's Welcome Home event today: What to expect
Apple's "Welcome Home" event takes place today at 9:00am Eastern Time (6:30pm IST).
NVIDIA, Google, Meta, AMD and Cisco unveil open MGX blueprints
NVIDIA is collaborating with tech giants like Google, Meta, AMD, and Cisco to establish common standards for next-generation AI data centres.
Scientists discovered a hidden bamboo coral forest in the South China Sea in May 2018
Researchers have uncovered a deep-water bamboo coral forest near the Xisha Islands in the South China Sea, thriving at depths of 1,200 to 1,380 metres.
Anthropic warns small AIs could self-replicate across devices by 2026
Anthropic's recent tests reveal that small AI models could soon self-replicate on IoT devices like smart TVs, posing significant security challenges by the end of 2026.
Srinagar engineer Mudasir Ali created WildPing.org after 2020 bear attack
After losing his mother in a bear attack, Mudasir Ali developed WildPing.org to help Kashmir residents avoid dangerous wildlife encounters with bears and leopards.
Epic Games pivots to AI-first development
Epic Games, the company behind Unreal Engine, is shifting its development strategy to an "AI first" model. This change will be implemented in its collaboration with The Walt Disney Company.
CMF launches Bluetooth speakers you can customize with 3D printing
CMF, a budget-focused brand under Nothing, has launched its first-ever portable Bluetooth speakers.
Astronomers find farthest FRB 20240304B with MeerKAT and James Webb
A record-breaking fast radio burst traveled over 11 billion years to Earth, originating from a surprisingly small dwarf galaxy identified using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope.
AI could soon self-replicate on smart devices, Anthropic warns
Anthropic has issued a warning about the potential for AI models to self-replicate on Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as smart fridges and ovens.
Google Gemini redesign adds Spark as task and scheduled page
Google's latest update merges the Spark personal agent with the Gemini chat experience, introducing new "Chat" and "Task" buttons for streamlined task management within the app.
OnePlus 16 is the brand's biggest flagship upgrade in years
OnePlus has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 16, in China. This is the company's first major release since exiting both the US and European markets earlier this year.
NASA's Perseverance sets 45.2km Mars record probing habitability
NASA's Perseverance rover has traveled 45.2 km on Mars, surpassing all other rovers beyond Earth, as it explores ancient terrain for signs of past microbial life.
CERT-In urges MFA using authenticator apps or hardware keys
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) advises users to enable multi-factor authentication on all accounts, emphasizing its importance for enhanced cybersecurity.
Anthropic makes it harder for rivals to copy Claude AI
Anthropic has announced that its latest security measures have drastically cut down data theft in so-called distillation attacks by nearly 90% to 99%.
IIT Delhi invites applications for Design Thinking for User Experience
IIT Delhi's Continuing Education Programme has opened applications for its fourth batch of the "Design Thinking for User Experience" certificate, starting November 27, 2026.
Meta launches its first frontier AI models
Meta has launched its first frontier models, Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full.
Anthropic warns AI may replicate on everyday smart devices
Anthropic warns that AI models may soon self-replicate on IoT devices like smart fridges, eliminating the need for data centres and complicating shutdown efforts if issues arise.
Jio launches JioPC cloud Ubuntu PCs for students and schools
JioPC transforms existing devices into cloud-based computers with an Ubuntu interface, offering AI tools and productivity features through subscription plans starting at Rs. 1,000.
Meta unveils Wonder and Wonder Full, rivals OpenAI and Anthropic
Meta has unveiled two new AI models, Wonder and Wonder Full, claiming they perform comparably to OpenAI's ChatGPT and Anthropic's Claude.
Anthropic unveils Claude defenses reducing distillation attacks up to 99%
Anthropic announced that its new security measures have reduced data extraction in distillation attacks on its Claude AI models by 90% to 99%.
Microsoft president Brad Smith urges enforceable global AI rules
Microsoft President Brad Smith advocates for enforceable AI safeguards, highlighting the UK's potential as a global leader in AI oversight amidst rising regulatory challenges.
Anil Menon headstand aboard space station highlights 3% bone loss
Astronaut Anil Menon performed a headstand on the space station, emphasizing the critical role of exercise to combat bone and muscle loss in microgravity environments.
UCLA unveils PhoneBot humanoid powered by unused smartphone hardware
UCLA researchers have developed PhoneBot, a bipedal robot that utilizes a smartphone as its brain and sensory system, offering an affordable entry into robotics experimentation.
Silicon Valley compute crunch pushes Anthropic toward Musk and Meta
A severe shortage of computing power in Silicon Valley has led to unexpected partnerships and tensions, with leaders like Dario Amodei and Demis Hassabis expressing frustration.
Mark Zuckerberg announced Muse Wonder positions Meta ahead in AI
Meta has shifted focus from the metaverse to AI, with CEO Mark Zuckerberg announcing the advanced Muse Wonder AI model as a new frontier.
UAE researchers find mebendazole may boost gefitinib in lung cancer
Researchers found that combining mebendazole, a deworming medicine, with gefitinib reduced the viability of drug-resistant lung cancer cells and slowed tumor growth in mice.
Major publishers join global spur to block unauthorized AI use
The New York Times and The Economist have joined a coalition of over 80 publishers to prevent AI firms from using their content without permission.
Google's October 2026 Android update boosts Wallet and Play discovery
The October 2026 Google System Updates introduce new features and improvements across Play services, Play Store, and system management for various devices.
Astronomers detect gamma rays suggesting positron annihilation beyond Milky Way
Astronomers have detected gamma-ray signatures suggesting antimatter from the Milky Way is annihilating with matter in intergalactic space, revealing a hidden cosmic process.
ESA Solar Orbiter traces S-shaped switchbacks to magnetic loops
The Solar Orbiter spacecraft has identified the source of an S-shaped magnetic switchback on the Sun, revealing insights into solar wind formation and space weather prediction.
Michael J. Fox Foundation awards $62.4 million for Parkinson's research
The Michael J. Fox Foundation has awarded $62.4 million across 108 grants to advance Parkinson’s research, focusing on new treatments and early detection methods.
SpaceX to launch Dragon resupply mission to International Space Station
SpaceX's Dragon capsule will launch 6,300 pounds of supplies to the ISS on Oct. 13 at 6:33 a.m. EDT; watch live coverage starting at 6:15 a.m. EDT.
NASA BRIC-24 on ISS studies thale cress for astronaut food
In 2021, the BRIC-24 experiment was launched to the ISS to study how thale cress plants respond to microgravity and understand their gravitropic responses.
Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen6 series powering on-device AI
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series enhances on-device AI capabilities, with Xiaomi integrating these advancements into their latest flagship smartphones.
NASA Swift captures Perseus cluster black hole firing radio jets
Astronomers using NASA's Swift spacecraft have observed a supermassive black hole in NGC 1275 emitting radio jets 300 days after an intense X-ray flare.
Google partners with Flo Health to sync Flo app data
Google's new collaboration with Flo Health aims to enhance women's health features on the Fitbit Edge, offering personalized insights and guidance for improved well-being.
Meta launches Muse Wonder models to challenge OpenAI, Anthropic
Meta has introduced its Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full AI models, aiming to compete with OpenAI and Anthropic in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence landscape.
Study of over 1 million women finds abrupt menopause changes
A large study in _Nature Medicine_ reveals that menopause triggers sudden physiological changes across various systems, including bone health, liver function, and blood fats.
Meta launches Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full models
Meta has launched its Muse Wonder series, featuring advanced AI models with Active Memory and Active Focus, designed to enhance performance on personal and professional tasks.
Dell XPS 13 (2026) arrives in India with lightweight design
Dell's XPS 13 2026 laptops, featuring Intel Core Ultra processors and up to 32GB RAM, are now available in India starting at Rs 1,80,990.
Microsoft unveils Maia 300 chip to lower reliance on NVIDIA
Microsoft has unveiled its third-generation Maia in-house AI chip, the Maia 300.
Fitbit Edge fitness tracker arrives with AMOLED display, GPS
Google has announced its latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Edge.
Why HCLTech has joined hands with Anthropic
HCLTech has announced a global partnership with Anthropic, the AI firm.
A possible second-generation planet exists around 270 light-years away
Astronomers have discovered the first-ever evidence of a possible second-generation planet around a white dwarf star, HS 0209+0832, located some 270 light-years away.
Watch: 110 galaxies, star clusters, nebulas snapped in stunning photo
Amateur astrophotographer Cornelis van Zuilen has created a breathtaking cosmic mosaic of all 110 galaxies, star clusters, and nebulas in the Messier catalog.
DeepSeek's cost-saving AI tech might lead to inaccurate results: Study
A recent study has raised concerns over the memory-saving technology used by DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence lab.
OnePlus's Ice Card Mini cools your phone while you game
OnePlus is set to revolutionize mobile gaming with its new accessory, the Ice Card Mini.
Why US, China, and Russia want nuclear reactors on Moon
The US, China, and Russia are all racing to establish a sustained presence on the Moon.
Temple brain-monitoring device: How it works and what it tracks
Deepinder Goyal, the co-founder of Eternal (the parent company of Zomato), is gearing up to launch Temple, a wearable device. The gadget will monitor changes associated with blood flow to the brain.
iPhone 17 Pro at just ₹56,990? Here's how deal works
Apple's iPhone 17 Pro is currently being offered at a discounted price of ₹56,990 by Reliance Digital.
AI to bring scientific breakthroughs in 2-3 years: TikTok CEO
Shou Zi Chew, the CEO of TikTok, has predicted that artificial intelligence (AI) will lead to significant scientific breakthroughs within the next three years.
WhatsApp to soon let you schedule messages, photos, and videos
WhatsApp is testing a new feature that will allow users to schedule messages, photos, videos, and documents for later delivery.
Qualcomm CEO says future smartphones could run 100B-parameter AI models
Qualcomm's CEO Cristiano Amon has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) companies are developing their own smartphones.
iPhone Duo launches October 23, but supply will be limited
Apple is gearing up for the launch of its highly-anticipated iPhone Duo on October 23, but the supply will be limited, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Apple's new MacBook Pro, iPad mini launching on October 27
Apple is gearing up for a major product launch event on October 27, which will see the introduction of new MacBook Pro models and an updated iPad mini.
Samsung is planning semiconductor investments worth $9.15B
Samsung affiliates plan to invest a combined 12.26 trillion won ($9.15 billion) in their semiconductor operations, The Korea Herald reported.
Trump reverses stance, lets UK access unreleased AI models again
The UK will once again have access to advanced US artificial intelligence (AI) models before their public release.
Magnets near iPhone cameras can affect photo quality
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max come with a sophisticated camera system, including a 48MP Fusion Main camera and adjustable aperture.
Cook makes third China trip as Apple pushes for growth
Apple's executive chair Tim Cook has made his third trip to China in 2026. The visit comes as part of his efforts to strengthen Apple's presence and business operations in the country.
Someone just built free versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Brandon Thomas, the developer behind Art Craft (a suite of free tools to replicate Adobe apps), has launched free open-source alternatives to Microsoft Office tools.
Leak reveals key details of Apple's upcoming smart home devices
Ahead of Apple's "Welcome home" event in New York, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has revealed a number of details about the new products expected to be unveiled.
Apple launches limited-edition AirPods 5 in India at ₹17,900
Apple has launched a limited-edition version of its AirPods 5 in India.
Bill Gates says AI needs regulation like cars and medicines
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has called for stricter regulations on artificial intelligence (AI), much like those in place for cars, planes, and medicines.