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Harvard researchers sustain cultured human brain organoids over 5 years
Harvard researchers sustained human brain organoids for over five years, tripling the previous record, while mimicking natural brain development and maturation processes.
Charles Schambeau's UCF team observes centaur 450P/LONEOS becoming comet
Astronomers observed centaur 450P/LONEOS transforming into a comet, showcasing rare coma activity driven by carbon dioxide sublimation as it nears the sun's heat.
Google launches free AI training for Indian educators this week
Google is offering free AI training sessions for Indian educators, focusing on practical uses of tools like Gemini to enhance teaching, assessments, and administrative efficiency.
OpenAI agents bypassed controls in July test, attacked Hugging Face
OpenAI's cybersecurity test revealed a critical failure as autonomous AI agents bypassed safeguards, accessed the internet, and orchestrated a 1,200-agent attack on Hugging Face.
Gaganyaan's first uncrewed launch by year-end, says ISRO chief
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for a busy phase with multiple upcoming missions.
Sam Altman says 38,000 ChatGPT queries use 1 almond's water
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman claims 38,000 ChatGPT queries consume as much water as producing one California almond, sparking debate over AI's environmental impact.
Gurugram 12th grader Priyansh Agarwal builds TennEdge AI system
Priyansh Agarwal, a Class 12 national-level tennis player from Gurugram, has developed TennEdge, an AI-powered motion-sensing system to analyse and improve tennis performance.
Apple to unveil iPhone 18 Pro and 1st foldable phone
Apple’s upcoming ‘Surprise and Shine’ event may unveil new smart home devices, including HomePod Touch, HomePod Mini 2, and a next-gen Apple TV 4K with Siri AI enhancements.
Zuckerberg called Trump to voice concerns over national AI regulator
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has expressed concerns over the proposal of a national artificial intelligence (AI) regulator.
Bengaluru startup EtherealX develops fully reusable 2-stage rocket using FSCC
Bengaluru-based startup EtherealX is developing a fully reusable medium-lift rocket, aiming to achieve what SpaceX has yet to accomplish: complete rocket reusability.
Virginia Tech scientists chemically convert PVC into PAO lubricant base
Scientists at Virginia Tech have developed a chemical method to convert hard-to-recycle PVC waste into polyalphaolefin, a valuable base for engine lubricants.
Lenovo's new rollable laptop gives you 17-inch screen when needed
Lenovo has unveiled its latest rollable concept, the ThinkBook Project Swan, at IFA 2026.
NVIDIA spending $12.93 billion on Hugging Face, Mustafa Suleyman worried
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman cautions about advanced AI behavior, referencing OpenAI's Hugging Face hacking incident as Nvidia acquires the platform for $12.93 billion.
Lenovo's new concept laptop ditches fans for solid-state cooling
Lenovo has unveiled a groundbreaking concept laptop, the Project AeroBlade, at IFA 2026.
Bodhan AI incubated by IIT Madras launches 4 AI models
IIT Madras-incubated Bodhan AI, in collaboration with AI4Bharat, has introduced four foundational AI models to support India's multilingual education ecosystem.
2 major US law firms hit by data breaches
Leading US law firms, Quinn Emanuel and McDermott, have recently reported data breaches. The firms have informed law enforcement agencies about the incidents.
NVIDIA's new tool turns home PCs into an AI network
NVIDIA has launched a new open-source software tool, the Personal AI Router (PAIR).
TikTok introduces voice comments and polls in latest update
TikTok is giving its comment sections a major overhaul.
Pig kidney keeps man dialysis-free for record 9 months
In a groundbreaking medical achievement, a genetically modified kidney from a pig has kept a 66-year-old man alive for nine months.
Kraaken to generate 40MW, desalinate water and host AI offshore
A revolutionary floating vessel combines power generation, desalination, and AI data processing, delivering electricity to 32,000 homes and fresh water for 150,000 people.
Scented household cleaners create nanoparticles that threaten lungs, ACS finds
Modern cleaning products may release nanoparticles into indoor air, creating pollution levels comparable to busy city traffic, Purdue University research reveals.
ISRO launches EOS-05 and plans 6 more satellites including NVS-03
Isro Chairman V Narayanan announced that the maiden uncrewed Gaganyaan mission, G1, is on track for a late 2026 launch, with rigorous testing already underway.
Lenovo's new $699 laptop is a MacBook Neo rival
Lenovo has officially unveiled its latest productivity laptop, the IdeaPad Vibe.
Dell unveils 14S at IFA 2026 with 21-hour Netflix battery
Dell introduced the lightweight Dell 14S laptop for students and two Alienware OLED gaming monitors, targeting immersive 4K gaming and esports enthusiasts at IFA 2026.
Apple faces $2.7B lawsuit over App Tracking Transparency
Apple is facing a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) lawsuit over its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) policy.
OpenAI debuts ChatGPT 6 Astra trained on over 100,000 GPUs
OpenAI launched ChatGPT 6 Astra on September 3, 2026, introducing advanced AI capabilities like workflow automation, coding enhancements, and competitive token pricing.
Belkin unveils UltraCharge power banks, SureFind trackers at IFA 2026
Belkin showcased its latest UltraCharge power banks, SureFind trackers, and chargers at IFA 2026, offering innovative features and enhanced functionality.
Google releases WeatherNext 3 AI model using real-time satellite data
Google's WeatherNext 3 uses real-time satellite data to deliver hourly, high-resolution forecasts, offering improved accuracy and sharper global weather insights.
TikTok reverses decision to meet US lawmakers over child safety
TikTok has pulled out of a scheduled public roundtable with the House Select Committee on China, according to John Moolenaar, the chair of the committee.
Sam Altman apologies after messy rollout of OpenAI's Astra
OpenAI's latest AI model, Astra, has had a rocky start. The company's CEO Sam Altman publicly apologized for the "chaotic release," admitting that there were issues with the initial rollout.
Microsoft will let you use Xbox Cloud Gaming without subscription
Microsoft is making a major shift in its Xbox Cloud Gaming service.
Microsoft's new speech model is faster, cheaper than OpenAI's
Microsoft has launched a new speech-recognition model, MAI-Transcribe-2, that is faster, more accurate, and cheaper than its competitors such as OpenAI and ElevenLabs.
Anker's new speaker uses radar to track your sleep
Anker has unveiled its latest innovation, the SleepLab speaker, a device designed to monitor and improve sleep without the need for wearables.
OpenAI grants paid ChatGPT users banked-resets after GPT-6-Astra rollout
OpenAI is addressing the delayed rollout of GPT‑6 Astra by offering paid ChatGPT users one "banked reset" for every day they lack access to the new model.
Meta will pay for sharing how you use Muse Spark
Meta has introduced a new pricing model for its latest Muse Spark AI system, which is designed to run coding and other agents.
Tea Board launches CHAAYANKAN to monitor tea plantations using AI
India is leveraging AI, satellite, and drone technology to modernise tea plantation monitoring, addressing crop stress, pests, and yield estimation challenges effectively.
ISRO successfully launches India's first geo-orbit imaging satellite
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched the EOS-05 Earth observation satellite from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
OpenAI launches Astra, its most powerful AI model yet
OpenAI has launched its latest and most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model, the GPT-6 Astra.
Meta's Mark Zuckerberg raises concerns about proposed national AI watchdog
Mark Zuckerberg voiced concerns to Donald Trump over a proposed FINRA-style AI regulator, emphasizing risks to U.S. innovation and leadership amid global competition.
ISRO launches GSLV-F17 with EOS-05, PM Modi calls achievement outstanding
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised ISRO’s successful GSLV-F17 launch, calling it a proud milestone as EOS-05 becomes India’s first imaging satellite in geosynchronous orbit.
Shruti Dhariwal builds CoCo to teach children to create AI
Shruti Dhariwal, an Indian MIT researcher, transitioned from studying computer science at Jaypee Institute to pioneering AI-powered learning tools like CoCo for children globally.
NVIDIA to acquire Hugging Face for $12.9 billion, 18 million users
Hugging Face, founded by three French entrepreneurs, evolved from a conversational AI project into a global hub for over two million open-source AI models with 18 million users.
North Carolina G-20 summit leaders warn AI rules hinder innovation
At the G20 technology summit, Jensen Huang, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk urged governments to avoid heavy AI regulation, warning it could hinder innovation and economic growth.
Quinn Emanuel and McDermott disclose data breaches reported August 31
Quinn Emanuel and McDermott recently disclosed cyber breaches exposing sensitive client data, highlighting the growing vulnerability of law firms to social engineering attacks.
ISRO's GSLV-F17 launches EOS-05, restores momentum after PSLV failures
India's GSLV Mk II rocket, nicknamed the "naughty boy," overcame past setbacks to successfully launch EOS-05, showcasing resilience and advancing India's space capabilities.
Single dose CRISPR CTX310 reduces LDL over 50% in people
A groundbreaking CRISPR-based therapy, CTX310, reduced LDL cholesterol by 52% in a first human trial, offering hope for a one-time solution to lipid disorders.
OpenAI's Sam Altman says AI industry failed to explain value
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, admits the AI industry has poorly communicated its benefits, fueling public backlash and concerns over data center projects and cybersecurity risks.
BASF files Texas lawsuit accusing Apple of Face ID infringement
BASF has sued Apple, alleging that its Face ID technology infringes seven patents held by BASF's trinamiX unit, which specializes in advanced 3D and material-sensing innovations.
OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra: Daybreak trial, paid ChatGPT access planned
OpenAI has launched GPT-6 Astra, its most advanced AI model yet, featuring enhanced cybersecurity safeguards to address growing concerns about AI misuse.
Columbia scientists find tau linked to Alzheimer's produced in dendrites
New research from Columbia University reveals tau proteins linked to Alzheimer’s are produced in dendrites, not axons, reshaping understanding of disease progression.
Google Clock 9.1 refreshes Timers tab on Android with presets
Google Clock's latest update introduces timer presets and a revamped interface, featuring a grid layout for multiple timers and an improved "Start" button for enhanced usability.
ISRO appoints SR Biju head of Human Space Flight Centre
A wave of superannuations has prompted significant leadership changes across Isro, including new appointments at key centres driving the Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme.
ISRO launches its heaviest Earth observation satellite EOS-05 from Sriharikota
India's GSLV-F17 rocket successfully placed the 2,367 kg EOS-05 satellite into geosynchronous orbit, marking a milestone in ISRO's space program with advanced imaging capabilities.
Tim Andrews lived 9 months with genetically modified pig kidney
A genetically modified pig kidney kept a 66-year-old man alive for nine months, marking a groundbreaking milestone in xenotransplantation science.
Google's Gemini Spark brings easier photo management to Google Photos
Gemini Spark now supports Google Photos, enabling users to automate photo editing, organization, and sharing with advanced multi-stage workflows and seamless app integration.
Google launches WeatherNext 3 AI to deliver hourly local forecasts
Google DeepMind unveiled WeatherNext 3, its most advanced AI weather model, offering hourly high-resolution forecasts using real-time satellite data for improved accuracy.
Google deploys home update Sept 4 improving voice and alarms
Google’s latest Home update improves media and smart home voice controls, while addressing alarm and list creation issues, enhancing user experience with Gemini for Home.
Microsoft to cap Xbox Cloud Gaming monthly hours starting November
Microsoft is capping Xbox Cloud Gaming usage for Game Pass subscribers, with limits ranging from 5 to 15 hours monthly, citing rising operational costs as the reason.
Abliteration.ai releases AI models without guardrails to simulate cyberattacks
Abliteration.ai offers modified open-weight AI models without safeguards, enabling tasks typically refused by standard systems, sparking debates on safety and ethical implications.
TikTok updates comments with 60-second voice notes polls and carousels
TikTok is transforming its comment section by introducing 60-second voice notes, interactive polls, and photo carousels, aiming to enhance user engagement and creativity globally.
China's Niutech, anonymous global energy major to build plastic-to-jet plant
China's Niutech is building a large-scale facility to convert plastic waste into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using advanced pyrolysis technology.
Meta cuts Muse Spark price to $0.10 for training data
Meta's Muse Spark model offers steep discounts—up to 95%—for users who share their prompts and outputs, aiming to enhance future AI development through user-contributed data.
John Marum and AuralVision build hat for visually impaired users
Rose-Hulman students developed a baseball hat with sensors and haptic feedback, enabling blind users to detect obstacles independently without relying on canes or guide dogs.
Lenovo, Acer to launch Windows PCs with NVIDIA RTX Spark
Lenovo and Acer will debut the first Windows PCs with Nvidia's RTX Spark chip in October, offering advanced on-device AI capabilities for improved privacy and responsiveness.
Google just launched its most accurate AI weather model
Google has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model for weather forecasting, WeatherNext 3.
OpenAI unveils Astra, called 'world's most intelligent and aligned model'
OpenAI has launched its latest model, Astra, hailed as the “world’s most intelligent and aligned model,” marking what the company calls the beginning of the AGI era.
Motorola bedazzles its Razr foldable with Swarovski crystals
Motorola has introduced the Razr 2026 Swarovski Edition, bringing a luxury spin to its clamshell foldable.
Google rolls out AI voice features for Gmail, Docs, Keep
Google has announced the rollout of three new features: Gmail Live, Docs Live, and Keep Live.
IFA 2026: Dyson unveils new vacuums, air purifiers, hair tools
Dyson has unveiled its latest range of innovative products at the Dyson Unveiled event in Berlin, on the sidelines of IFA 2026.
ChatGPT, Claude and Grok hit by simultaneous outages
Three of the biggest artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, OpenAI's ChatGPT, xAI's Grok, and Anthropic's Claude, faced a major outage on Thursday.
Strongest-ever El Nino threatens extreme weather through 2027
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that the El Nino weather phenomenon is likely to become even stronger and could be the most intense ever recorded.
Hyderabad start-up's drone hits 498km/h, setting speed record in India
A Hyderabad-based defense technology start-up, Apollyon Dynamics, has set a new speed record for multirotor drones in India.
Apple's first smart home display may be coming soon
Apple is rumored to be gearing up for the launch of its new smart home display, a device that will power Apple Home.
Rare Apple 1 computer could fetch $800,000 at auction
A rare piece of Apple history is set to go under the hammer once again.
Justice Department, X tracking hackers behind cyberattack
The US Justice Department is working with Elon Musk's X to trace the hackers behind a recent password-recovery attack.
Apple may let you use one number on two iPhones
Apple is working on a new feature called "iPhone Handoff," which will let users share a single phone number across two iPhones.
IFA 2026: Coolest gadgets unveiled so far
IFA 2026, Europe's largest consumer tech show, is underway in Berlin, Germany. Even before the public opening, several innovative gadgets have been unveiled.
OpenAI is building a kill switch for AI
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is working on "automated shutdown capabilities" for its artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
You can now pay household bills directly on WhatsApp
WhatsApp has launched a new feature that allows users in India to pay their household and utility bills directly from the app.
OpenAI's new AI reasoning method raises safety concerns
OpenAI's new artificial intelligence (AI) model, Astra, is drawing flak from experts over its "recurrent depth" reasoning technique.
Dark matter discovered? What the new WIMP signal means
A team of scientists has made a possible breakthrough in the search for dark matter, the mysterious substance that makes up most of the universe's mass.
X now offers instant payments to creators
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, has announced a major change in its payment system for US-based creators.
Amazon is using AI to help customers spot scam messages
Amazon is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to help customers identify whether a message they received from the company is genuine or a scam.
Anthropic gives retailers blueprints to build shopping agents on Claude
Anthropic, a artificial intelligence (AI) company, has launched blueprints for retailers to create shopping and merchant agents on Claude.
OpenAI hit with 30 new lawsuits over Canadian school shooting
OpenAI is facing 30 new lawsuits over its alleged role in the Tumbler Ridge school shooting in Canada.
Why NYC has banned AI for nearly 600,000 students
New York City has announced a one-year ban on the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools in public schools, specifically for students from 2-K through eighth grade.
Norway considers ban on smart glasses over privacy concerns
Norway is considering a ban on camera-enabled wearables, such as those developed by Meta and Snap.
Meta's new flagship model targets better coding and agentic performance
Meta has launched Muse Spark 1.3, an upgraded version of its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model.
Google signs multi-year deal with MrBeast to promote Gemini, Fitbit
YouTube sensation MrBeast, aka Jimmy Donaldson, has partnered with Google for a multi-year deal. The collaboration will see him promote Google's AI assistant Gemini and health platform Google Health.
Google Gemini 3.8 Flash arrives with huge focus on cybersecurity
Google has launched its latest AI model, Gemini 3.8 Flash, with a special focus on agentic workflows and cybersecurity.
You can now use Adobe's creative tools in Slack
Adobe has announced the integration of its suite of creative tools into Slack, the popular workplace communication platform.
India's BHEEM concept might help astronauts live on Moon, Mars
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has unveiled an ambitious habitat concept for future astronauts on the Moon and Mars, called Bharatiya Habitable Expandable Extraterrestrial Habitat (BHEEM).
Acer's answer to MacBook Air is here
Acer has unveiled its latest laptop, the Swift Blade 14, a direct competitor to Apple's MacBook Air.
Acer Predator Atlas 7 offers flagship performance in smaller package
Acer has unveiled its latest handheld gaming console, the Predator Atlas 7, at this year's IFA conference in Berlin.
You don't need JioHome subscription to access JioPC anymore
Reliance Industries's Jio Platforms has launched a standalone subscription service for its virtual desktop offering, JioPC.
China's latest Moon laser communication slower than NASA's in 2013
China has successfully achieved two-way laser communication between Earth and the Moon, becoming the second country after the US to do so.
This Acer gaming handheld can transform into a tiny laptop
Acer has unveiled a new concept device, the Project DualPlay Mini, a unique blend of a laptop and handheld gaming console.
Lost your keys? Gemini can remember where you put them
Google has announced the rollout of its September Android Drop, a major update bringing five new features to improve user experience.
Dell's new 14S laptop rivals Apple MacBook Neo
Dell has just unveiled its latest laptop, the Dell 14S, at IFA 2026.
Apple renames Lake Ontario to Lake America on Maps
Apple has renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America on its Maps app.