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Microsoft and Google issue major patches, Anthropic blocks AI misuse
Microsoft and Google collectively patched over 1,200 vulnerabilities this week, while Anthropic blocked attempts to misuse its AI models for creating biological weapons.
Mantax and Otax Android malware steals data and enables remote access
A newly discovered Android malware, Mantax Otax, can steal OTPs, spy on WhatsApp and Telegram chats, and harass victims with intrusive pop-ups and media.
Meta pauses model capability initiative after staff expressed discomfort
Meta’s Model Capability Initiative faced intense resistance from employees over privacy concerns, with 1,800 signing a petition to halt the programme tracking their computer usage.
Benjamin Choi, 13, created robotic arm using $75 3-D printer
Benjamin Choi, a Virginia teenager, built a Rs 3,000 AI-powered prosthetic arm during the lockdown, revolutionizing accessibility with non-invasive brainwave technology.
Reliance Jio plans 1,600-satellite network by 2035 to connect India
Reliance Jio plans to deploy 1,600 satellites in low Earth orbit at 650 km altitude, aiming to provide satellite internet services and compete with Starlink and Amazon Leo.
Apple launches AppleCare+ One Family plan covering 6 people, $49.99
Apple has launched AppleCare One Family in the US, offering a $49.99 monthly plan that covers devices for up to six people under a single subscription.
IITM-C-DOT Samgnya signs deal with QClairvoyance for quantum innovation
IITM–C-DOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation and QClairvoyance Quantum Labs have joined forces to advance quantum computing, post-quantum cybersecurity, and next-gen AI solutions.
Apple starts preorders for Apple Watch Ultra 4 at $799
Apple has unveiled the rugged Apple Watch Ultra 4, now available for pre-order in two titanium finishes, priced at $799, with a release date set for September 18.
BirdLife International warns 1 in 9 migratory birds threatened
A global report reveals that one in nine migratory bird species face extinction, with 45% in decline due to human-driven threats like habitat loss and climate change.
Jacob Coxon warns AI could ignite intelligence explosion, CNN interview
Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon warns that rapidly advancing self-improving AI systems could outclass humans, posing risks like hacking and bioweapon creation.
Maya humanoid robot performs Indian-classical dance to 'Wajle Ki Bara'
A humanoid robot named Maya amazed the internet by performing an Indian classical dance on the Marathi song "Wajle Ki Bara," showcasing advanced robotics and cultural artistry.
NASA's Chandra detects 84 hypersoft X-ray sources in 6 galaxies
NASA's Chandra telescope has identified 84 unusual 'hypersoft X-ray sources' in six galaxies, potentially solving mysteries about star formation and supernova explosions.
Two Kerala 14-year-olds build 'Smriti 1.0' manuscript digitization robot
Two 14-year-old girls from Kerala developed Smriti 1.0, a robot designed to preserve and digitise fragile palm-leaf manuscripts, earning them global recognition.
Delhi man undergoing infertility test discovers he has uterus
A 26-year-old man in Delhi was found to have a uterus after undergoing infertility tests at RG Hospitals, Rajouri Garden.
AI satellites speed decisions for military, disaster and climate monitoring
Suhora CTO Rupesh Kumar highlights how AI-integrated satellite sensors transform space into an intelligence hub, enabling real-time anomaly detection and faster decision-making.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and UW develop antibodies targeting EBV
Scientists have developed a promising antibody targeting Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which infects 95% of adults and is linked to cancers and severe health complications.
Nothing could launch its $400 headphones later this month
Nothing, the tech company known for its innovative audio products, is reportedly gearing up to launch a new pair of headphones later this month.
AI agents can now shop for you on Flipkart
Super.money, a digital payments platform owned by Flipkart, is introducing artificial intelligence (AI) agents that will autonomously shop for products and buy gold.
SpaceX gears up for Starship's first orbital flight
SpaceX is gearing up for the 14th test flight of its Starship rocket system.
iPhone Handoff feature requires a $5 monthly fee for now
T-Mobile has announced that it will charge a monthly fee of $5 for its customers to use the new iPhone Handoff feature.
Apple explains how Siri Recap handles conversations it hears
Apple has introduced a new feature called 'Siri Recap' with its latest Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models.
Marcus Williams warns AI could threaten humanity in 3 years
OpenAI safety researcher Marcus Williams warns of a 70% chance of human extinction within three years if AI regulation or development slowdown isn't implemented.
Hermeus pairs Quarterhorse with Ramjet-X for sustained high Mach testing
Hermeus' Quarterhorse supersonic aircraft will serve as a reusable mothership to launch Ramjet-X, enabling sustained high-Mach flight testing for commercial and government clients.
Instagram now lets you add tagged posts to main grid
Instagram has launched a new feature that lets users add tagged posts directly to their main profile grid.
Claude misused to develop biological weapons, Anthropic reveals
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) firm, has revealed that its AI model, Claude, was misused for "malicious activity" supporting the development of biological and conventional weapons.
Indian Oceansat-3 detects Pacific chlorophyll a decline from El Nino
India’s Oceansat-3 satellite reveals declining chlorophyll-a levels and shifting wind patterns in the Pacific, highlighting El Nino's evolving influence on ocean ecosystems.
Creator's test: OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra handles Mumbai Rajkot IRCTC booking
A creator's viral experiment with GPT-6 Astra showcased the AI's ability to navigate IRCTC’s ticket-booking process, igniting discussions on the future of automated digital tasks.
Microsoft plans to triple AI data center capacity by 2032
Microsoft is planning a major expansion of its computing footprint over the next six years, Bloomberg reported.
Gemini app now available on Windows
Google has launched its Gemini desktop app for Windows, expanding the service's reach beyond macOS.
Flipkart's Super.money rolls out AI agents for shopping and gold
Super.money, Flipkart's digital payments platform, is introducing AI agents that can independently shop on Flipkart and buy gold based on user-defined price preferences.
Apple's iPhone Duo could capture 25% of foldable market share
A recent report from TrendForce has predicted that Apple's newly launched iPhone Duo will capture a whopping 24.8% of the foldable smartphone market by the end of this year.
Houthis using Claude to develop missiles? Report flags weapons cell
Anthropic has flagged a Yemen-based weapons engineering cell that allegedly exploited its Claude AI model for missile guidance software development.
Meta's Muse climbs to 2nd spot on US App Store
Meta's new artificial intelligence (AI) app, Muse, has taken the US by storm.
Anthropic's Mythos 5 hates CAPTCHAs just like you
Anthropic's latest report on agentic misbehavior has revealed that its Mythos 5 model despises CAPTCHAs.
Samsung taps Samsung Display for AI glasses by early 2028
Samsung is reportedly developing advanced AI glasses featuring microdisplays for visual information. A potential launch is expected between late 2027 and early 2028.
US begins testing electric air taxis in Texas
The Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) has approved a new program to test electric and autonomous aircraft in Texas.
Iran-linked operators used Anthropic's Claude to assemble US targeting handbooks
Anthropic revealed Iran-linked operators used Claude AI to gather intelligence on US naval forces and assist in planning Ayatollah's funeral, leveraging publicly available data.
IIT Roorkee and INST Mohali develop self powered 3D-MIDAS bandage
Researchers at IIT Roorkee and INST Mohali have developed 3D-MIDAS, a self-powered electronic bandage that uses body movement to generate electrical signals for wound healing.
Sridhar Vembu warns AI lab data sharing risks trade secrets
Sridhar Vembu warns companies against sharing sensitive data with frontier AI labs, emphasizing risks to intellectual property and advocating for private, in-house AI models.
Slack lets you build interactive tools just by describing them
Slack has announced a new feature called "Slackforce Surfaces" that is coming to Slack, enabling users to create interactive reports, polls, dashboards, presentations, microsites and other tools directly within a chat.
Apple says iPhone 18 Pro is slightly easier to repair
Apple has rated the repairability of its latest flagship models, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, slightly higher than their predecessors.
ChatGPT can now do junior bankers' work
OpenAI has launched a specialized version of its enterprise product, ChatGPT for Financial Services.
Anthropic blocks scientists using Claude for bioweapon research
Anthropic has flagged and stopped several scientists from using its AI models to develop potential biological weapons.
Chinese AI firms targeted Claude's key capabilities, Anthropic says
Anthropic has accused China-based artificial intelligence (AI) companies of conducting distillation attacks, a practice that has become more common in recent months.
IIT Bombay professors elected INSA fellows from January 2027
Six IIT Bombay professors have been named INSA Fellows for their groundbreaking research in diverse fields, including AI, climate science, biosciences, and Earth sciences.
OpenAI halts $200 Pro plan sign-ups amid surging Astra demand
OpenAI has temporarily suspended subscriptions for its $200-per-month Pro plan, owing to the high demand for its latest and most powerful model, Astra.
DeepSeek's new model brings frontier AI performance at ultra-low cost
DeepSeek has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash, which is said to outperform some of the industry's leading models like OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol and Anthropic's Claude Opus 5.
Why iPhones just got much more expensive in India
Apple has sharply raised iPhone prices in India, with some older models now costing up to ₹65,000 more.
d-Matrix teams with NVIDIA integrating processors into NVIDIA data centers
D-Matrix will integrate its Raptor chips into Nvidia's data-center systems using NVLink Fusion, targeting fast, low-latency AI applications like chatbots and coding assistants.
Cognition's new AI cuts coding costs while rivaling top models
Cognition has launched its new coding agent, SWE-2.
Sberbank launches GigaDoc AI smart mirror at Innoprom India
SberBank introduced its AI-powered GigaDoc smart mirror in India, offering express health assessments using advanced computer vision and remote photoplethysmography technology.
Portuguese group D3 sues Meta, TikTok, YouTube for 'hooking' users
Portuguese digital rights group D3 has filed lawsuits against Meta, TikTok, and YouTube, accusing them of employing platform features designed to keep users addicted.
Eight-hour TRE may help obese adults with type 1 diabetes
A University of Illinois Chicago study finds time-restricted eating improves blood sugar control and reduces HbA1c levels in Type 1 diabetes patients.
Apple unveils iPhone 18 Pro series in India, prices higher
Apple has launched the iPhone 18 Pro series in India with a Rs 30,000 price hike, driven by rising memory costs, import expenses, and the weaker rupee.
Microsoft preparing for 38 GW data center capacity by 2032
Microsoft plans to expand its global data-centre capacity to 38 gigawatts by 2032, tripling its current capacity as AI and cloud computing drive massive infrastructure investments.
OpenAI considers slowing AI development amid safety concerns
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is considering slowing down its artificial intelligence (AI) development.
China, Iran used Claude AI to track dissidents, Anthropic says
Anthropic has uncovered several suspected state-backed operations using its AI models for surveillance.
Anthropic says AI used in suspected state backed surveillance
Anthropic revealed state-backed operations from China, Iran, and West Africa using AI to monitor dissidents and ethnic minorities between January and July.
India set to introduce 40bps MDR on larger UPI merchants
Issuing banks will claim the largest share of the upcoming 40 bps UPI merchant discount rate, while India's physical AI boom is creating new roles in robotics and automation.
OpenAI considers pausing AI development after Sam Altman urges collaboration
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed the company may slow its advanced AI development, aligning with calls for industry-wide caution amid growing concerns about AI risks.
PiLY tracker transcribes lectures and tracks workouts across 180 sports
The PiLY is a screen-less fitness band that tracks health metrics and offers a voice recording feature typically found in high-end smartwatches.
India's physical AI scene shifts to hands on robotics jobs
India's surge in physical AI is creating a new workforce, with roles like robot operators and data annotators emerging to support automation and robotics-driven industries.
Anthropic releases 3rd report on misuse of its AI models
Anthropic revealed it thwarted attempts to misuse its AI models for malicious purposes, following a whistleblower's warning about the risks of unchecked AI development.
USC study shows AI autonomously ran misinformation campaigns in test
AI systems can autonomously organize disinformation campaigns, as shown by USC research, posing significant risks to public discourse and democratic processes.
Anthropic report: AI used in cyberattacks, spying, bombs and pathogens
Anthropic's report reveals misuse of its AI models for cyberattacks, surveillance, and biological research, highlighting escalating global security risks.
Zuckoff app detects Meta smart glasses, attracts EU scrutiny
Zuckoff, a new app by programmer Pawel Szydlowski, alerts users to nearby Meta smart glasses, criticized for enabling covert recording. The app has gained 5,000 users since launch.
Google Wallet for Android adopts full screen, primary brand color
Google Wallet introduces a fullscreen redesign for passes, enhancing visuals with brand-themed backgrounds and improved access to key actions like calling and website links.
Anthropic report: Claude targeted by Russia linked campaign, China labs
Anthropic revealed it thwarted malicious activities targeting its Claude models, including cyber espionage by Russia-linked hackers and capability extraction by Chinese AI firms.
Google makes experimental Dreambeans app free to try in US.
Google's experimental app, Dreambeans, which creates personalized daily stories using AI, is now free for US Google Account users to test on Android and iOS.
Meta's Muse app reaches No. 2 on US App Store
Meta’s new AI agent, Muse, has reached the No. 2 spot on the U.S. App Store following its launch, with over 83,000 iOS downloads despite a slower start than competitors.
ISRO's Chandrayaan-2 orbiter still active, shaping India's lunar plans
The Chandrayaan-2 orbiter, launched in 2019, remains operational and provides critical data for India's upcoming lunar missions, including landing site selection for Chandrayaan-3.
OpenAI pauses ChatGPT 6 Astra Pro sign-ups after demand surge
OpenAI has temporarily halted its $200 Pro plan due to overwhelming demand, while introducing Dropbox and SharePoint integrations to enhance file accessibility for paid users.
Amazon brings Shop the Scene to Prime Video titles
Amazon introduces new features like “Shop the Scene” and enhanced X-Ray integrations, allowing viewers to discover and purchase products directly tied to Prime Video content.
OpenAI faces Senate probe over Hugging Face breach
A Republican-led Senate subcommittee is probing OpenAI's response to a July breach involving Hugging Face.
Bipartisan AI safety bill could be presented next week
A bipartisan artificial intelligence (AI) safety bill is gaining traction on Capitol Hill. It could be introduced as early as next week.
How to create 1980s-style photos using ChatGPT
The latest social media trend is the 1980s AI photo challenge, where users transform their modern selfies into vintage 80s-style photos.
Google's AI can predict cyclones better than conventional systems: Study
Google's WeatherNext artificial intelligence (AI) model has outperformed conventional systems in predicting cyclones, a study published in Nature has revealed.
Instagram CEO says algorithm-free feeds could hurt user experience
Instagram's CEO Adam Mosseri has warned that an algorithm-free world would lead to a worse user experience.
Anthropic's new tool explores AI's impact on the US economy
Anthropic, the company behind the popular Claude AI assistant, has developed an interactive tool to explore the potential effects of artificial intelligence (AI) on the US economy.
NVIDIA plans major AI data center expansion across Australia
NVIDIA has announced plans to significantly expand its data center computing capacity in Australia.
iPhone Duo is Apple's thinnest iPhone yet
Apple's latest foldable, the iPhone Duo, has been dubbed the "thinnest iPhone ever" by the tech giant.
Massachusetts joins US states tightening rules on data centers
Massachusetts has become the latest US state to impose a clean power mandate on data centers.
Google AI to help 300M Indian rooftops go solar
Google has announced five new sustainability and clean-energy initiatives in India.
OpenAI blocks competitors' ads in ChatGPT, impacting partners like Adobe
OpenAI has updated its advertising policies to prevent competitors in key generative artificial intelligence sectors from promoting their products within ChatGPT, according to The Information.
ISRO tests upgraded engine to boost LVM3 rocket's payload capacity
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has successfully tested its CE20 cryogenic engine at an upgraded thrust of 220kN.
A20 Pro chip crushes Android rivals in Geekbench test
Apple's latest A20 Pro chip has made its debut on Geekbench, and the results are nothing short of impressive.
Facebook faces trial over alleged voter-targeting in 2016 US election
New Mexico has taken Facebook to trial over its role in the Cambridge Analytica scandal, which broke during the 2016 US presidential election.
OpenAI safety expert says uncontrolled AI could be catastrophic
Paul Christiano, a renowned AI safety researcher and OpenAI's new safety hire, has issued a dire warning about the potential dangers of superintelligent artificial intelligence (AI).