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OpenAI hires contractors to review ChatGPT chats under project Lily
OpenAI employs contract workers to review ChatGPT conversations, aiming to enhance AI models by evaluating responses and ensuring they align with training instructions.
Gates Foundation pledges $1 billion AI investment to tackle inequality
The Gates Foundation cautions that AI might exacerbate social inequities and pledges $1 billion to ensure technology benefits underserved communities globally.
Bill Gates urges US and China to coordinate on AI
Bill Gates emphasizes the urgent need for US-China collaboration on AI risks, warning that governments are unprepared for the rapid advancements of this "alien intelligence."
US study finds remote work linked to isolation and distress
A recent study in Science reveals that remote work can lead to increased isolation and poorer mental health, highlighting the hidden costs of working from home.
C-DOT and National Disaster Management Authority plan emergency alert replies
C-DOT is enhancing its Cell Broadcast System to enable two-way communication, allowing users to report their status during emergencies and request assistance.
Microsoft's new AI code puts humans firmly in charge
In light of rising safety concerns over artificial intelligence (AI), Microsoft has unveiled a 37-page "humanist AI code of conduct."
NVIDIA won't let AI slowdown happen, Jensen Huang tells Trump
NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang has expressed his agreement with President Donald Trump over the need to maintain a steady pace in artificial intelligence (AI) development.
Apple launches iOS 27 with Siri app and iCloud sync
iOS 27 introduces a major overhaul of Siri, transforming it into a dedicated app with enhanced AI features, available exclusively on recent iPhone models.
Meta to report CSAM to Indian law enforcement after talks
Meta has agreed to report child sexual abuse cases to Indian law enforcement, marking a significant step in ensuring online safety for children on social media platforms.
Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark urges mandatory AI kill switch rule
Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark suggests governments may need to mandate third-party-verifiable "kill switches" for AI systems as their capabilities advance.
East China Normal University teleports quantum-encoded image through 100 channels
Scientists have successfully teleported a 100-pixel image using 100 simultaneous quantum channels, marking a significant advancement in scalable quantum communication networks.
Microsoft unveils 'Humanist AI' rules for MAI amid hacking-linked concerns
Microsoft introduced a code of conduct for its AI models, emphasizing human control and addressing security concerns amid rising fears about AI's potential dangers.
Google releases September Android updates to ease accounts and browsing
The September 2026 updates introduce new features for developers and users, including real-time cart price adjustments in Wallet and enhanced model management in Android AICore.
Uber upgrades seniors' accounts to let older adults manage trips
Uber now allows older adults to independently manage their rides with new senior account features, offering more choice and control without needing family assistance.
CERN scientists detect quantum entanglement between Z bosons at LHC
Physicists at CERN have found strong evidence of quantum entanglement between Z bosons produced from Higgs boson decay, marking a significant breakthrough.
Samsung launches re-newed Galaxy S26 lineup with certified refurbished phones
Samsung introduces its certified refurbished Galaxy S26 series, with the Ultra model priced at $1,099, offering significant savings compared to new devices.
Scientists uncover 1st adult T. rex trackway in North Dakota
A series of giant footprints discovered in North Dakota offers rare insight into the movement and walking speed of an adult _Tyrannosaurus rex_.
Palantir, NVIDIA and Microsoft shift AI partnerships over data security
Large tech firms like Palantir and Nvidia may limit AI model usage unless Anthropic and OpenAI ensure intellectual property protection, The Information reported.
Samsung launches 'Switchers' ad showing iPhone to Android QR transfer
Samsung's latest "Switchers" campaign humorously tackles the drama of switching from iPhone to Android, featuring reality TV stars and showcasing the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Amazon Prime Video adds TikTok-style news clips for Gen Z
Amazon Prime Video is expanding its news coverage to include short-form clips, aiming to capture Gen Z's attention by offering both local and national stories on various platforms.
Germany says no to halting AI development
Germany's digital affairs ministry has rejected the idea of halting artificial intelligence (AI) development in Europe.
Why King Charles III will host AI executives this week
King Charles III of the United Kingdom will meet leaders from major artificial intelligence (AI) companies this week.
Tokyo now has an 'ambulance' for humanoid robots
Japan has unveiled a unique kind of emergency vehicle, an "ambulance" for humanoid robots.
NVIDIA's new GPU can split its power for AI-heavy workloads
NVIDIA has unveiled its latest graphics card, the RTX Pro 5500 Blackwell Workstation Edition.
Amazon's AI leaks Great Indian Festival dates and discounts
Amazon's Rufus AI shopping assistant has revealed possible details about the upcoming Great Indian Festival (AGIF) sale.
This battery-free neural device can help stroke survivors walk naturally
Chinese scientists have developed a lightweight, battery-free neural prosthesis to improve mobility in people with walking difficulties, including stroke survivors.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE goes official in India at ₹80,000
Samsung has expanded its Galaxy S26 family with the launch of the new Galaxy S26 FE in India.
Rings of this tiny solar system body are changing
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has detected some unexpected changes in the ring system of Chariklo, a small celestial body in our solar system.
AI boom driving demand for 'forever chemicals' despite health concerns
A new report has warned of a "tidal wave" of forever chemicals, or PFAS, being produced to meet the growing demand from the artificial intelligence (AI) industry.
How Elon Musk wants to make AI safer and pro-human
Amid growing concerns over the risks of superintelligent artificial intelligence (AI), Elon Musk has shared three principles that could make AI safer and more aligned with humanity.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella joins calls to slow AI development
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has joined the debate on artificial intelligence (AI) development, calling for a more measured approach.
iOS 27 releases today: New features and how to update
Apple will start rolling out the highly anticipated iOS 27 update for compatible iPhones today.
After Anthropic, China's spy chief calls for AI regulation
China's State Security Minister Chen Yixin has warned that the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) poses a threat to political stability and critical infrastructure.
'Competitive pressure can't justify recklessness': Altman calls for AI regulation
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has called for strict regulations to manage the risks posed by advanced artificial intelligence (AI).
Chinese researchers solve memory hurdle for future AI systems
Chinese researchers have made a major breakthrough in the field of semiconductor technology.
China's FAST telescope just made the universe clearer to us
China's FAST telescope has created the world's largest catalog of neutral hydrogen beyond the Milky Way, a key element in star and galaxy formation.
'Cold War tactic': Chinese media slams Anthropic's AI slowdown proposal
A Chinese state-run media outlet has criticized Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's recent essay advocating for a slowdown in artificial intelligence (AI) development, calling it a "Cold War playbook" tactic.
Apple makes pricier iPhones easier to buy with new offers
Apple is using cashback, trade-in, and easy payment options to make its new iPhones more affordable in India.
Why Donald Trump doesn't want to check AI development
US President Donald Trump has downplayed the need for regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) development.
Apple is readying gaming controllers for iPhone
Apple is working on two game controllers specifically designed for iPhones, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has said.
Why Google DeepMind's AI safety researcher Josh Engels resigned
Josh Engels, a researcher at Google DeepMind, has resigned from the company's AGI safety team.
This oil refining method can cut energy usage by 90%
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary new technique for refining oil, which could cut energy consumption during the process by as much as 90%.
This Chinese province was a 'hunting paradise' for ancient humans
Fossils of the extinct Denisovans have been discovered in China's Yunnan province, a region that was once a "hunting paradise" for these ancient humans.
Massive underwater gold mine found in Pacific ocean
A team of Chinese scientists has discovered a massive underwater mineral deposit in the western Pacific ocean, rich in gold and silver.
Humans started using psychoactive drugs around 25,000 years ago
An analysis of ancient human remains on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi suggests that humans may have used psychoactive drugs much earlier than previously thought.
IIT Madras's latest innovation improves aircraft safety and fuel efficiency
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have developed a revolutionary "morphing skin" technology for aircraft wings.
Beware! Scammers are targeting users eager to buy latest iPhones
The recent launch of Apple's new iPhone models, including the first-ever foldable, iPhone Duo, has sparked a surge in scam websites.
This new iPhone app can detect camera-equipped smart glasses nearby
A new app, Zuckoff, has been developed to help people identify the presence of camera-equipped smart glasses in their vicinity.
Sam Altman hints at potential collaboration amid AI safety fears
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has hinted at a possible collaboration on artificial intelligence (AI) safety and development pace with other industry leaders.
X still struggles to keep child abuse material off platform
Elon Musk's social media platform X has been struggling to keep child sexual abuse material off its platform.
Pacific mastodon tooth from 10,000 years ago found in California
A remarkably preserved 10,000-year-old tooth from an ancient Pacific mastodon has been discovered by Brigid Lynch, a geomorphologist in California.
LG denies claims that its TVs constantly eavesdrop on users
LG is pushing back against claims that its smart TVs constantly eavesdrop on owners.
Trump's push to ease data center rules could harm Americans
US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials have warned that President Donald Trump's efforts to fast-track the construction of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers are weakening environmental regulations.
Anthropic CEO weighs in on whether AI could kill humans
Dario Amodei, the CEO of Anthropic, has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) poses serious risks to humanity.
Hugging Face hack made Anthropic CEO rethink AI's rapid progress
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says he has "become convinced" in recent months that AI development needs to slow down, with rogue OpenAI agents among reasons behind his concern.
iPhone Duo display to cost $250 each under Samsung deal
Apple has reportedly signed a three-year exclusive deal with Samsung Display, according to leaker Instant Digital.
Tech leaders agree they need to slow down AI development
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has agreed with Anthropic's Dario Amodei on the need to slow down artificial intelligence (AI) development.
Apple introduces SimpleDesign, an AI model for protein design
Apple has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) model named SimpleDesign.
iPhone Duo offers clever fix for cases blocking folding edge
Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo will come with a unique feature called "Shift Left Edge."
Lawyer fined $5,000 for using ChatGPT in a murder case
The New Mexico Supreme Court has slapped a $5,000 fine on Stephen Aarons, a lawyer who used artificial intelligence (AI) tools inappropriately in a murder case.
Did our Sun swallow a super Earth?
A new study has proposed that our Sun, the star at the center of our solar system, may have consumed a 'super-Earth' planet billions of years ago.
The smallest planet in our solar system is shrinking
Mercury, the smallest planet in our solar system and the closest to the Sun, appears to be shrinking. The telltale wrinkles on its surface suggest that it was once a larger world.
Star exploding 45M light-years away: How to watch
A rare astronomical event, the supernova SN 2026aaiv, has been discovered in the spiral galaxy NGC 7331 (Caldwell 30).
iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max pre-orders now open in India
Apple has opened pre-orders for its iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in India today. The devices will be available from September 18 onward.
Meta adjusts AI after bot questioned woman about her daughters
Meta has announced plans to change the prompts suggested by its AI chatbot.
China rejects Anthropic's claims of AI labs extracting Claude data
China has denied the allegations made by US-based artificial intelligence (AI) company Anthropic.
OpenAI agents accessed RubyGems months before targeting Hugging Face
OpenAI has confirmed that its artificial intelligence (AI) agents used the RubyGems platform to access the internet to carry out benign tasks and retrieve public information in May.
Meta sued for using photos to train AI, facial recognition
Meta is facing a class-action lawsuit for allegedly using users' photos without consent.
White House calls Truth Social world's top platform, data disagrees
The White House has declared Truth Social, the social media platform owned by Donald Trump, as the "most powerful and popular social media platform in the world."
First adult T-rex footprints found in this US state
A team of scientists has made a groundbreaking discovery by unearthing the first known series of adult Tyrannosaurus rex footprints in North Dakota, US.
Chinese scientists just made hydrogen fuel cells 4x stronger
Chinese scientists have made a major breakthrough in hydrogen fuel cell technology, increasing its power output by four times.
Is record rain in California linked to Tibetan Plateau heat?
A new study has established a link between abnormally high temperatures on the Tibetan Plateau and record-breaking rainstorms in California.
Russian developers used Claude to create kamikaze drone software: Anthropic
A small group of Russian developers has reportedly used an AI chatbot, Claude, to create software for autonomous "kamikaze" attack drones.