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ISRO to build 4 functional launch pads by 2029
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is all set to expand its space operations with four functional launch pads by 2029.
Nearly 300 glaciers lost in US since the 1960s: Study
A new study has revealed that the western United States has lost nearly 300 glaciers since the 1960s.
Study presented at ACM finds ChatGPT infers user psychological profiles
Chatbots like ChatGPT are creating comprehensive digital profiles by analyzing user interactions, raising privacy concerns due to the intimate and revealing nature of stored data.
Bill Gates warns AI could replace jobs within 20 years
Bill Gates warns that AI could disrupt jobs for two decades before creating abundance, as both office and physical jobs face threats from automation and robotics.
OpenAI highlights ChatGPT voice with Neer and Leher for Diwali
OpenAI's ChatGPT Voice, featuring Indian voices Neer and Leher, offers assistance in budgeting, shopping, and hosting to streamline Diwali preparations for families.
SpaceX gains US military high precision space tracking data access
The US military has granted Elon Musk’s SpaceX access to restricted space tracking data, raising national security concerns and fears of increased control over the space industry.
Japan launches MMX to explore Mars moons Phobos and Deimos
Mars hosts two irregularly shaped moons, Phobos and Deimos, whose origins are uncertain; Japan's MMX mission aims to uncover their mysterious past by returning samples from Phobos.
Redmi K100 expected with Snapdragon 8 Elite and 10,000mAh battery
Redmi is set to unveil the K100 in China on October 28, featuring a powerful 10,000mAh battery and the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip for enhanced performance.
Musk adds $1 tipping feature to X: How it works
Elon Musk announced a new feature on X Money, allowing users to send a $1 tip by long-pressing the Like button on posts.
Microsoft's MAI-DxO AI diagnoses patients more accurately than doctors
Microsoft's new AI, MAI-DxO, reportedly surpasses human doctors in diagnostic accuracy, according to a peer-reviewed study published in _Science_.
Google DeepMind unveils 3-D periodic table using Gemini 4 Argon
Google DeepMind's Gemini 4 Argon creates a dynamic, interactive 3D periodic table synchronized to music, showcasing advanced data rendering and real-time audio synchronization.
How cybercriminals can hijack your accounts without passwords, login alerts
Cybercriminals have devised a way to break into your online accounts, and they don't even need your password and they don't trigger a login alert.
Pennsylvania mandates labels on AI-generated ads
Pennsylvania has become one of the first states in the US to require disclosures on artificial intelligence (AI)-generated advertisements.
Why OpenAI is training its frontier models without internet access
OpenAI has announced a major shift in its approach to training artificial intelligence (AI) models.
AI chatbots like Grok and ChatGPT exhibit political bias: Study
A recent study has revealed that popular AI chatbots such as SpaceXSI's Grok and OpenAI's GPT, exhibit political bias.
Meta's new terms could harm American businesses, US Senator warns
US Senator Marsha Blackburn has raised alarms over Meta Platforms's plan to revise its commercial terms.
Anthropic offers senior writer ₹3.25 cr, stresses human skills
Anthropic offers a Rs 3.25-crore salary for a senior writing role, highlighting the tension between AI-generated content and the value of experienced human communicators.
Meta delays update that could let it scrape news websites
Meta Platforms has delayed a controversial update to its commercial terms for business accounts.
'Pro and tell': What to expect from Apple's upcoming event
Apple is gearing up for its next big launch event, the "Pro and tell," scheduled for October 28 at 1:00pm ET (10:30pm IST) in Los Angeles.
iPhone Duo fails JerryRigEverything's durability test
Apple's iPhone Duo has failed a durability test conducted by popular YouTuber JerryRigEverything.
CBFC data leak: Sensitive documents of over 500 films exposed
A major data breach has exposed the certification records of over 500 films at the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Everything we know about NASA's Artemis III Moon-lander test mission
NASA has unveiled its detailed plan for the upcoming Artemis III Moon-lander test flight.
Top skywatching targets to look out for this Halloween
As Halloween approaches, the night sky offers a unique opportunity for stargazers.
Official iPhone Duo repair guides now available
Apple has released a series of repair guides and manuals for the iPhone Duo.
Don Pettit shares Dragon D1 storms photo, notes arm help
Astronaut Don Pettit shared a striking image of SpaceX's Dragon D1 approaching the ISS, captured above massive thunderstorms, highlighting technological advancements.
How to unlock your iPhone Duo using an Apple Watch
iPhone Duo comes with a Touch ID sensor integrated into the side button for user authentication.
ISRO plans 4 launch pads by 2029, Tuticorin small-satellite facility
ISRO Chairman V Narayanan announced plans for four operational launch pads by 2029, aiming to meet global satellite demands and foster private sector collaboration.
Why some Android phones are showing January 2027 system update
Google has been releasing multiple Play system updates every month to improve features and fix bugs on Android devices.
This drug combo cuts death-risk in cancer cases by 58%
Amgen's Imdelltra, an immunotherapy drug, has been found to significantly increase survival rates in patients with aggressive small cell lung cancer (SCLC) when used with AstraZeneca's Imfinzi.
Apple fixing Safari's cramped layout on iPhone Duo's outer screen
Apple's Safari team is looking into ways to optimize website display on the iPhone Duo's outer screen.
N.C. State researchers build feather star inspired underwater robot
A new robot from North Carolina State University mimics feather star movements, achieving three-dimensional maneuverability with just two actuators.
Andrew Ng demands strict penalties for nonconsensual AI deepfake images
Andrew Ng, Google Brain co-founder, condemns the use of AI for generating non-consensual deepfake intimate photos, calling it a troubling misuse of modern technology.
NIA grants nearly $3 million to startup testing stretch robot
Hello Robot has secured nearly $3 million in federal funding to explore how its Stretch robot can assist older adults with mild cognitive impairment and early Alzheimer’s dementia.
Ashoke Sen 1st Indian physicist to win Oskar Klein Medal
Ashoke Sen, a renowned Indian theoretical physicist, has been awarded the 2026 Oskar Klein Medal for his pioneering contributions to string theory and theoretical physics.
Vincent van Gogh's 'The Starry Night' portrays actual night sky
Vincent van Gogh's iconic painting "The Starry Night" may be based on an actual astronomical event, according to a recent study by South Korean scientists.
Are stupendously large black holes part of dark matter?
A recent study has debunked the theory that stupendously large black holes could be a major component of dark matter.
J&J's prostate cancer drug shows promise in early-stage trial
Johnson & Johnson's experimental prostate cancer drug, JNJ-6143, has shown promising results in an early-stage trial.
Jack Dorsey's new AI model talks like a human
Jack Dorsey, the man behind Twitter (now X), has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) model called Dessa.
Meta acquires Sundial to enhance its AI analytics capabilities
Meta has acquired Sundial, an artificial intelligence (AI) data analytics platform founded by two former Meta employees.
Deepinder Goyal's Temple wearable might cost ₹85,000
Deepinder Goyal, the founder of Eternal, has opened the early-access waitlist for his new venture Temple.
Kimi K3.1-Pro AI model arrives with 1M token context window
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) firm Moonshot AI has launched its latest model, the Kimi K3.1 Pro.
Nuclear power usage could triple by 2060, says IAEA
Rafael Grossi, the Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has predicted that nuclear power usage could more than triple by 2060.
PHP Foundation has just 1 full-time employee, seeks more funding
The PHP Foundation, the non-profit organization responsible for supporting the open-source programming language PHP, is facing funding challenges.
Greece: Children under 15 can't use social media from 2027
Greece's parliament has approved a bill banning the use of social media platforms by children under the age of 15.
Why AWS's cloud capacity is mostly booked through 2027
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has revealed that the company's cloud computing arm, Amazon Web Services (AWS), is running out of capacity.
Global data center spending to hit $2.93T by 2030
The global data center market is on a major growth trajectory, with spending projected to hit $1 trillion in 2026 and more than double to $2.1 trillion by 2028.
OpenAI starts training its frontier AI models again
OpenAI has resumed the training of its advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models after a security overhaul and cutting off internet access.
PHP warns of another security flaw
PHP has flagged a new security vulnerability, CVE-2026-115560, that could allow an attacker to execute code on a web server.
Beware of fake helpline listings: SBI issues warning
The State Bank of India (SBI) has issued a warning to its customers about the dangers of searching for customer care numbers online.
iPhone Duo shortage prompts retailers to charge an extra ₹1L
Apple's first-ever foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, is witnessing a supply crunch in India.
Blinkit's iPhone Duo stock sold out in just 5 minutes
Blinkit's latest listing, the iPhone Duo, has witnessed a phenomenal response from customers in Delhi-NCR.
US losing AI race to China, says former Google CEO
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has warned that the United States is losing the artificial intelligence (AI) race to China.
Tech Mahindra partners with SpaceXSI, bringing Grok Build into workflows
Tech Mahindra has announced a partnership with Elon Musk's SpaceXSI.
Oura sues Ultrahuman again, targeting Ring Pro sales in US
Smart ring manufacturer Oura has filed another lawsuit against Indian rival Ultrahuman, this time targeting the sales of its Ring Pro in the US.
iPhone Duo teardown reveals complex repairs, more visible display crease
Apple's first-ever foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, has been put through an early teardown.
Sam Altman outlines 3 paths to make AI safer
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has proposed three potential paths for the safe development of artificial intelligence (AI) in a communication with his staff.
OpenAI partners with Polish research institute to improve AI safety
OpenAI has announced a partnership with Poland's NASK National Research Institute to improve artificial intelligence (AI) safety protocols.
With no tasks to complete, AI agents started playing
In a groundbreaking experiment, MIT researchers have discovered that artificial intelligence (AI) agents can create their own challenges when left to explore a virtual environment.
Meta's AI can still scrape news sites
Meta's revised business terms for its business accounts have come under fire from legal experts.
Microsoft claims its AI can diagnose patients better than doctors
Microsoft says its artificial intelligence (AI) tool can diagnose medical conditions with up to four times the accuracy of human doctors.
Fitbit Air gets blood pressure and insulin resistance tracking
Google is adding blood pressure and insulin resistance trend tracking capabilities to its Fitbit Air device.
Google Meet expands real-time translation to 63 languages
Google has announced a major update for its video conferencing platform, Google Meet.
After 17 years, Microsoft pulls plug on employee innovation program
Microsoft has announced the closure of The Garage, a series of popular maker spaces where employees worked on experimental projects and developed innovative apps and hardware.
Meta sued over failure to crack down on scam ads
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha has sued Meta over its alleged failure to combat scam advertisements on its platforms.