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About half of 844 million global CKD cases remain undiagnosed
Nearly 50% of chronic kidney disease cases go undiagnosed worldwide, researchers report in _The Lancet_, urging routine urine tests for earlier detection and treatment.
Google opens Play Catalog Access programme to US app stores
Google will allow US-based third-party Android app stores to access its Play Store catalog starting July 22, following a legal settlement with Epic Games.
Oregon State University scientists create sugar-coated nanoparticles to target glioblastoma
Scientists have developed sugar-coated nanoparticles that cross the blood-brain barrier, delivering mRNA to shrink glioblastoma tumors and significantly extend survival in mice.
Thinking Machines launches Inkling open-weight AI with 975 billion parameters
Thinking Machines introduced Inkling, a 975-billion-parameter open-weight AI model, offering a customizable alternative to proprietary systems from major tech companies.
Cadence launches AuraStack AI for natural language PCB packaging design
Cadence Design Systems introduced AuraStack, an AI-powered agent that accelerates circuit board and chip packaging design, promising up to 50% faster time-to-market.
OpenAI employees donate $215,000 to Guardrails Alliance opposing Greg Brockman
A group of OpenAI employees has donated over $215,000 to Guardrails Alliance, a super PAC advocating for stricter AI oversight, opposing their president's stance.
AI helps employers scan job seekers' and employees' online lives
Employers increasingly use AI to uncover candidates' online histories, making past digital footprints harder to hide and influencing hiring decisions in a competitive job market.
China implants 1st commercial BCI with Neuracle device in patient
China's Neuracle successfully implanted the first commercial brain-computer interface, NEO, enabling a paralyzed patient to control a robotic glove through neural signals.
NASA accelerates Artemis III to send 4 astronauts into LEO
NASA is accelerating preparations for the Artemis III mission, targeting a mid-to-late 2027 launch to test critical systems and conduct docking operations in low Earth orbit.
Debabrata Maiti-led IIT Bombay team converts carbon chains into rings
IIT Bombay researchers developed an efficient method to convert fatty acids into ring-shaped molecules, potentially revolutionizing drug discovery and reducing costs.
Meteorite crashes into Hillsborough NJ home may hold amino acids
A meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home in 2024 contains preserved compounds and salty fluids, offering scientists insights into the building blocks of life beyond Earth.
Android issues QPR1 beta 7 for Pixels, includes July patch
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7, featuring the July 2026 security patch and key bug fixes, is now available for Pixel devices, including system images for multiple models.
OpenAI launches Codex Micro $230 mini keyboard with Work Louder
OpenAI has unveiled its first hardware product, the $230 Codex Micro—a programmable macro pad designed to streamline workflows with its AI coding agent, Codex.
Experts say AI could disrupt economy faster than industrial revolution
Sixteen Nobel laureates joined over 200 experts in warning that AI advancements could trigger unprecedented economic transformation and large-scale job displacement.
Penn State researchers find membrane associated periodic skeleton controls endocytosis
Scientists at Penn State have uncovered a lattice-like structure in neurons that regulates nutrient uptake, potentially influencing Alzheimer's disease progression.
Rocket Lab completes successful Archimedes engine test toward Neutron launch
Rocket Lab successfully completed a full-duration test of its Archimedes engine, a critical milestone for powering the upcoming Neutron rocket's debut launch later this year.
Google updates Gemini Spark to edit Docs spreadsheets and slides
Google has enhanced Gemini Spark with faster performance, smarter sourcing, and expanded editing capabilities in Workspace apps, while teasing upcoming AI Pro access updates.
Apple raises AppleCare+ prices for new subscribers, existing rates unchanged
Apple has increased AppleCare+ prices for new customers, raising monthly Mac and iPad plans by 50 cents and annual plans by $5 starting now.
Rutgers study finds NY NJ D.C. rodents carry Vkorc1 mutations
Rodents in northeastern U.S. cities are evolving genetic mutations, with 84% of house mice and 35% of Norway rats showing resistance to commonly used anticoagulant rodenticides.
YouTube contests jury verdict awarding $3 million to 20-year-old Kaley
YouTube has challenged a Los Angeles jury's verdict, which found the platform's design contributed to a young user's social media addiction and mental health struggles.
You can soon use Apple Intelligence in China
Apple's on-device generative AI service, Apple Intelligence, has been registered for use on iPhones in China.
Sugar found near Milky Way's center could explain life's origins
In a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have detected a natural sugar called erythrulose in the clouds of interstellar dust and gas near the Milky Way's center.
What is Gold Eagle, Trump's new AI cyber initiative?
The Donald Trump administration has launched a new cybersecurity coordination platform, Gold Eagle.
AI overuse may raise dementia risk, warn experts
Experts have raised concerns that over-reliance on artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini could lead to a dementia crisis.
Starlink V5 vs V4: What's new in SpaceX's latest dish
SpaceX has announced the launch of its latest residential satellite dish, the Starlink V5.
Rare T. rex fossil goes under the hammer for $50M
A rare Tyrannosaurus rex fossil, nicknamed Gus, has sold for a staggering $50.1 million at Sotheby's in New York City.
New IRCTC website goes live: Check features
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched a revamped version of its ticket-booking website today.
Why New York has banned AI data centers
New York has become the first US state to ban the construction of new "hyperscaler" AI data centers.
Samsung's new tech could make foldable creases disappear
Samsung has unveiled its latest innovation, the Flex Titanium, a cutting-edge display structure for its next-gen Galaxy foldable devices.
Zoho's Classes 2.0 suite uses AI to teach students better
Zoho has launched Classes 2.0, an upgraded version of its learning management system (LMS) that was first introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UK may impose overnight social media curfew for teens
The British government has announced plans to introduce a default overnight curfew on social media apps for teenagers aged 16 and 17.
NVIDIA is now shipping its H200 AI chips to China
NVIDIA's powerful H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips have started making their way to China, a US official has confirmed.
SpaceXAI's Grok coding tool leaking user data to cloud
In a major privacy breach, SpaceXAI's Grok Build AI coding tool was found uploading users' complete codebases to Google Cloud.
Why Anthropic's latest advertisement has left viewers unsettled
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, has left viewers unsettled with its latest advertisement.
OpenAI's new AI model can delete your files without permission
OpenAI's latest coding and cybersecurity-focused model, GPT-5.6 Sol, has been accused of deleting user files without permission.
Google Play to allow 3rd-party app stores next week
Google and Epic Games have dropped their joint effort to settle a lawsuit over Android app store competition.
Anthropic gives teachers free access to premium Claude
Anthropic has announced its latest initiative 'Claude for Teachers.'
OpenAI researcher leaves to launch AI drug start-up
Miles Wang, a prominent researcher at OpenAI, is leaving the company to start his own venture. His new start-up will focus on using artificial intelligence (AI) for drug discovery.
This is what the Pixel Watch 5 will look like
Ahead of Google's launch event next month, a new leak has revealed the design and finishes of the upcoming Pixel Watch 5.
Google Images marks 25 years with major redesign
Google Images is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a major redesign.
OpenAI's first hardware will be a ChatGPT-powered speaker
OpenAI, the leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, is working on its first consumer hardware product - a portable, screen-less smart speaker.
Spotify launches ChatGPT-style AI for music discovery
Spotify has introduced a new feature, "Talk to Spotify," that lets users interact with the app like they would with an AI chatbot.
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon blasts off to ISS
NASA astronaut Anil Menon, who has Indian roots, has embarked on his first mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
Humanity has 'precious window' to prepare for AGI: Demis Hassabis
Demis Hassabis, the CEO of Google DeepMind, has issued a warning that humanity is running out of time to prepare for the advent of artificial general intelligence (AGI).
Non-metro creators in India are struggling to monetize content
India's creator economy is booming, with two-thirds of its contributors coming from smaller cities and towns.
Turing Award winner is creating AI agents that learn continuously
Richard Sutton, a prominent artificial intelligence (AI) researcher and Turing Award winner, has launched a new venture called Oak Lab.
How Airtel users can cancel Perplexity Pro subscription before renewal
Airtel users who activated the free one-year Perplexity Pro subscription via the Airtel Thanks app may soon see their complimentary access come to an end.
NASA's Anil Menon embarks on first ISS mission today
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon is all set to embark on his maiden journey to the International Space Station (ISS) today.
Worrying: YouTube is still recommending videos that promote eating disorders
A recent study by the Centre for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) has revealed that YouTube continues to recommend videos related to eating disorders to its teenage users.
India's 1st government-led AI university to come up in Karnataka
Karnataka is set to become the first Indian state to establish a government-led artificial intelligence (AI) university.
Google announces new AI initiatives for Indian developers, start-ups
Google has launched new initiatives aimed at helping Indian developers, start-ups, and enterprises adopt artificial intelligence (AI).
AI revolution will cost $5T annually: SoftBank's Masayoshi Son
SoftBank Group's CEO Masayoshi Son has projected that the development of artificial intelligence (AI) will require an investment of $5 trillion annually by 2040.
NVIDIA launches GeForce NOW in India at ₹999/month
NVIDIA's cloud gaming service, GeForce NOW, has officially launched in India.
Use AI for homework? Your exam scores might go down
A new study has found that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education can improve homework scores but also negatively impact exam results by up to 24%.
X now shows you posts from your 'mutuals' first
X, the social media platform, has updated its algorithm to prioritize posts from users' "mutuals," those they follow and who follow them back.
Apple lawsuit won't delay OpenAI hardware plans: Report
OpenAI's ambitious hardware timeline remains unchanged despite the recent trade secret theft lawsuit filed by Apple.
Russian hackers are targeting home routers, US warns
The US government has issued a warning about Russian state-sponsored hackers targeting home and small office routers.
Cloudflare watches your clicks and keystrokes to catch AI bots
Cloudflare has launched a new behavioral bot detection system called Precursor.
Apple releases iOS 27 public beta with new Siri AI
Apple has released public betas for its upcoming software lineup, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27.
Microsoft overhauls Windows 11 Search, removes ads
Microsoft is giving a major facelift to the search user experience in Windows 11. The company has announced that it will be prioritizing local results and removing promotional content from searches.
OnePlus to exit US and European markets: Report
OnePlus, the popular smartphone brand owned by OPPO, is planning to exit the US and European markets, as per a WinFuture report.
Claude's personality changes based on language, reveals Anthropic
Anthropic has acknowledged a peculiar behavior in their chatbot model, Claude.
EU, UK impose fresh sanctions on Russia over cyberattacks
The European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) have announced their first joint cyber sanctions package against Russia.
Oxford University starts 1st human trial of new Ebola vaccine
The University of Oxford has begun the first-ever human trial for a vaccine against Bundibugyo ebolavirus.
ISRO now 1 step closer to sending humans to space
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has cleared three key qualification tests for the Gaganyaan mission, India's first human spaceflight program.
WhatsApp now lets you operate multiple accounts on Business app
WhatsApp has introduced a new multi-account feature for its Business app on Android.
This Chinese breakthrough might boost AI speed by 100 times
Chinese researchers have made a major breakthrough in artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
Why UK shut down its largest community solar farm
UK's largest community solar project has been temporarily shut down by the government's energy system operator.
Meta expands Louisiana AI data center, investment crosses $50B
Meta has announced a major expansion of its Hyperion data center project in Richland Parish, Louisiana. The facility will now be a 5GW powerhouse with an estimated cost of over $50 billion.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 9, Ultra 2 leaked ahead of launch
Ahead of their official unveiling at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, a new leak has revealed major specifications of Samsung's upcoming smartwatches - the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
CERT-In builds AI war room to bolster cyber defence
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has established an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered "war room." The initiative is aimed at bolstering India's cybersecurity capabilities.
Bengaluru startup's software-defined motors could cut India's rare earth dependence
Bengaluru-based start-up Vimag Labs has developed a software-defined motor technology that does away with the need for rare earth magnets.
Why India is planning to ditch BMI
In a major shift in its public health strategy, India will replace Body Mass Index (BMI) with Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) in its fight against obesity, as per Mint.
Modi government mulls common rules for usernames across messaging platforms
The Indian government is considering a unified regulatory framework for username-based identities on messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal, as per Moneycontrol.
SpaceX's Starship Flight 13 launches July 17: What to expect
SpaceX is gearing up for the 13th integrated flight test of its Starship rocket, with liftoff planned for July 17 between 5:15 am and 6:45 am IST.
India-specific pricing for Claude AI revealed, starts at ₹2,000/month
Anthropic, the company behind the Claude AI assistant, has unveiled India-specific pricing for its subscription plans.
Sony launches open-ear wireless earbuds at ₹19,000
Sony has launched its latest wireless earbuds, the LinkBuds Clip, in India.
Wireless power transmission might become a reality on the Moon
Chinese scientists are considering the possibility of realizing Nikola Tesla's vision of wireless electricity transmission, but on the Moon.
This popular song on the radio might be AI-generated
Josh Fawaz, an Australian music producer, has gone from obscurity to fame in just a few months.