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Space travel alters viruses' evolution , study on ISS reveals
A recent study reveals that viruses and bacteria undergo unique evolutionary changes in the microgravity environment of the International Space Station (ISS).
Glasgow scientists spot a new way to tackle tough cancers
Scientists in Glasgow have identified a potential treatment to halt the growth of two deadly cancers, liver and bowel, by targeting genetic faults.
Delhi HC says no to patent on Hirotsu's nematode cancer test
The Delhi High Court has denied a Japanese firm's patent application for a nematode-based cancer detection method, citing it as a diagnostic process prohibited under Indian law.
Gemini AI lands in Gmail: Smarter emails, less hassle
Google is launching new AI features in Gmail, designed to automatically search, summarise and respond to emails, transforming the user's email management experience.
Google Pixel 10 series debuts 'Magic Cue' for smarter suggestions
Google is reportedly upgrading its Magic Cue feature on the Pixel 10 series, integrating it with Google Tasks and Google Wallet for increased functionality.
Artemis II mission: How to send your name to Moon
NASA is gearing up for a historic space exploration mission, the Artemis II.
NASA's Antarctic balloon campaign complete: What was the goal?
NASA has successfully concluded a scientific balloon campaign over Antarctica, which began in early December.
Attention! Fake DigiLocker apps can drain your bank accounts
Security researchers have flagged the re-emergence of fake DigiLocker apps on the Google Play Store.
China's new submarine can target US from its home waters
China has unveiled its latest strategic asset, the Type 096 Tang-Class ballistic missile submarine.
Massive solar flare could light up the skies—and mess with tech
The sun has erupted with a potent X-class solar flare, triggering a fast-moving coronal mass ejection (CME) that is forecasted to impact Earth within the next 24 hours.
JioHotstar bumps up subscription prices, adds more flexible plans
JioHotstar is set to increase prices for its Super and Premium subscription tiers from January 28, 2026, while introducing new monthly plans.
iQOO 15 Ultra gaming phone to launch before February 2026
iQOO is set to launch its new high-end smartphone, the iQOO 15 Ultra, in India soon. The phone features a unique built-in cooling fan targeting sustained gaming performance.
Can exercise, spermidine, lamivudine slow aging? Phase 1 trial underway
A new study is investigating the potential of high-intensity interval training and anti-inflammatory medicines to combat age-related diseases.
Ocean 'regime shift': Seaweed blooms are taking over
Scientists warn of a potential "regime shift" in the world's oceans as seaweed blooms, driven by global heating and pollution, expand at an alarming rate.
Apple to bring OLED displays to iPads, Macs starting 2026
Apple is gearing up for a major transition to OLED display technology in its iPad and Mac product lines between 2026 and 2028.
Scientists discover new low-calorie sugar alternative for diabetics
Scientists have discovered tagatose, a low-calorie natural sugar that doesn't significantly increase insulin levels, offering a guilt-free option for sweet lovers.
Stealthy 'GhostPoster' malware siphons data, ad-revenue through fake browser extensions
A sophisticated malware campaign dubbed "GhostPoster" has been targeting users of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.
Artemis II rocket rolls out for historic Moon mission
NASA is preparing for the historic Artemis II mission, offering individuals worldwide the unique opportunity to send their names to the Moon.
World's first ice vault opens in Antarctica: What's it for?
A team of European scientists has unveiled the Ice Memory Sanctuary, a unique ice vault in Antarctica. The facility is dedicated to preserving glacier ice cores for research purposes.
ChatGPT now tells how it feels about you (via image)
A new trend is taking over social media, with users sharing AI-generated images of how they think their chatbot perceives them. The trend has raised the question: Is your AI assistant overworked?
Micron warns of 'unprecedented' memory chip shortage due to AI
Micron Technology, a major supplier for NVIDIA, has warned that the ongoing memory chip shortage is worsening.
iPhone 18 Pro leak shows hidden Face ID, advanced cameras
A recent leak has revealed the design and key hardware specifications of Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro.
Google adds 'Answer Now' for faster replies in Gemini app
Google has introduced a new feature, "Answer Now," in its Gemini app.
You can soon participate in group calls on WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow group voice and video calls on its web client.
ASUS pauses all smartphone launches in 2026
Asus has announced plans to halt phone production in 2026, shifting its focus towards AI and commercial PCs, while continuing support for existing phone models.
AI is helping predict and prevent road crashes in India
Artificial Intelligence (AI) can significantly enhance road safety by predicting potential crashes, according to SaveLife Foundation CEO Piyush Tewari.
Antarctica just got the world's 1st ice core sanctuary
European and polar scientists have inaugurated the world's first Ice Memory Sanctuary in Antarctica, aimed at preserving glacier ice cores for future climate research.
Why ISRO's Gaganyaan mission faces fresh delays
India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission, the first-ever human spaceflight program, could see a slight delay.
ET GenAI Hackathon 2026: India's biggest student AI challenge
Hackathons are transforming the landscape of AI learning in India, providing a hands-on approach to innovation and practical problem-solving.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra arriving next month: Check key upgrades
Samsung is gearing up for the launch of its next flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The device is likely to be unveiled as early as next month.
NASA's Artemis II rocket is ready for its big Moon mission
NASA's new moon rocket, the Space Launch System (SLS), has been moved to the launch pad, marking a significant step towards lunar exploration after over 50 years.
Netflix just dropped Google Cast from its mobile apps
Netflix has removed the Google Cast feature from its Android app, potentially due to its declining popularity and the company's focus on other features.
ISRO Hawaii station exit isn't slowing down Gaganyaan mission
India's Gaganyaan mission faces potential delay as ISRO withdraws its application for a Hawaii ground station, following the recent PSLV launch failure.
What is ChatGPT Salute? Leak reveals OpenAI's next big feature
OpenAI is said to be testing a major update for its ChatGPT web app.
X lags behind Threads in daily mobile users
Meta's social media platform, Threads, has overtaken Elon Musk's X in terms of daily active users on mobile devices.
Microsoft Office users: urgent security alert from CERT-In
The Indian government has issued a high-severity alert about a serious security risk in Microsoft Office apps, potentially impacting millions of users.
India to host 1st global AI summit in 2026
India will prioritize establishing global consensus on common artificial intelligence (AI) standards at the upcoming IndiaAI Impact Summit.
SpaceX just sent 29 more Starlink satellites into orbit
On Sunday, January 18, 2026, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
Google Gemini adds 'Answer now' for faster, no-wait replies
Google's Gemini app has introduced an 'Answer Now' button, replacing the 'Skip' button, to bypass in-depth thinking and provide quicker responses.
Meet the scientist behind AI-powered brain mapping tool 'SmartEM'
Aravinthan D. T. Samuel, a Harvard professor, is pioneering SmartEM, a machine learning-guided system designed to expedite detailed brain scanning.
China's new 'microscopic scalpel' could revolutionize chip supply chains
Chinese nuclear scientists have developed a state-of-the-art "microscopic scalpel," a high-energy hydrogen ion implanter called POWER-750H.
This is a more eco-friendly way to recycle lithium batteries
Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Beijing Institute of Technology have developed an innovative technique for recycling lithium batteries.
32 light-years: This is the longest stellar jet ever recorded
Astronomers have used the Hubble Space Telescope to observe a massive protostar, 20 times larger than our Sun, illuminating interstellar clouds.
Indian Navy, BEL develop software for operating unmanned ships
The Indian Navy's Weapons and Electrical Engineering Systems Establishment has partnered with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) to create an indigenous software for operating unmanned surface vessels.
'Why should Americans fund AI in India?' Trump aide questions
Peter Navarro, White House trade adviser, has sparked a controversy by questioning why American resources are being used to power artificial intelligence (AI) services in India.
Grok is still accessible in Malaysia despite ban
Despite Malaysia's recent ban on Grok, a generative AI tool capable of creating explicit images, the technology remains accessible in the country.
Windows 11 update causing PC shutdown: How to fix it
Microsoft's January 2026 security update for Windows 11, released as KB5073455, is causing some unexpected behavior.
Trump administration wants tech firms to fund new power plants
The Donald Trump administration and a bipartisan group of governors are pushing PJM Interconnection, the largest electricity market in the US, to conduct a power auction.
Why Disney deleted a post on Threads
Disney recently made a post on social media platform Threads, asking netizens to share quotes from its movies.
This ocean robot can withstand a Category 5 hurricane
Anahita Laverack, who initially aimed to become an aerospace engineer, has made significant advancements in ocean data collection with her company Oshen.
WhatsApp to partner with a new GIF provider
WhatsApp is preparing to replace Tenor with Klipy as its GIF provider.
Musk's xAI is hiring Hindi, Bengali speakers to train Grok
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI, is on the lookout for native Hindi and Bengali speakers.
Does paracetamol cause autism? UK study says otherwise
A systematic review published in The Lancet has debunked US President Donald Trump's controversial claim that paracetamol causes autism.
X revamps payouts: $1M for top article, new monetization model
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, has announced a new monetization model for content creators.
California orders Musk's xAI to stop generating obscene images
The California Attorney General's office has launched an investigation into Elon Musk's xAI.
YouTube now allows more controversial content to earn full revenue
YouTube has updated its advertiser-friendly content guidelines, allowing more videos on controversial issues to earn full ad revenue.
'Wikilaundering': PR firm accused of commissioning favourable Wikipedia edits
Portland Communications, a leading public relations (PR) firm founded by Tim Allan, has been accused of manipulating Wikipedia pages to favor its clients.
Google's AI video maker Flow now available to Workspace users
Google's innovative AI video creation tool, Flow, is now available for users with Business, Enterprise, and Education Workspace plans.
Epic Games has dealt a blow to Fortnite creators
Epic Games has announced a major update to its rules for Fortnite creators.
Bluesky adds cashtags, LIVE badges to boost user engagement
Bluesky, a social networking platform, is rolling out two new features: cashtags and LIVE badges.
TikTok launches PineDrama, a dedicated app for microdramas
TikTok has launched a new standalone app called PineDrama in the US and Brazil.
Activision Blizzard under probe for 'misleading' mobile game practices
Italy's competition authority, Autorita Garante della Concorrenza E Del Mercato (AGCM), has launched two investigations into Activision Blizzard.
ChatGPT to start showing ads
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is testing a new advertising feature in its free version for US users.
Sun Pharma launches skin cancer medication in US
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries has launched its skin cancer drug, Unloxcyt (cosibelimab-ipdl), in the US.
You can now lip-sync Reels in 5 new Indian languages
Instagram has expanded its AI-powered voice translation and lip-sync feature for Reels to five new Indian languages.
Space travel changes brain structure, study reveals
A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) has found that long-duration space travel can alter the structure and position of astronauts' brains.
TikTok to launch age-detection tech in Europe amid regulatory pressure
TikTok has announced its plan to roll out a new age-detection technology across Europe in the coming weeks, according to Reuters.
Why Indian private satellites on PSLV-C62 mission weren't insured
The recent failure of ISRO's PSLV-C62-EOS-N1 mission has highlighted a major gap in India's private space sector: satellite insurance.
iPhone 4: Why the 16-year-old phone is trending again
The iPhone 4, a device that made its debut in 2010, is witnessing a major resurgence among young users. This trend is mainly driven by nostalgia and the phone's simple features.
Chinese hackers used Venezuela-themed phishing emails to target US
A China-linked hacker group has been accused of using Venezuela-themed phishing emails to target US government and policy-related officials.
China just 'months behind' US in AI race: DeepMind CEO
Demis Hassabis, the CEO of Google DeepMind, has warned that China is closing the gap with the US in artificial intelligence (AI) at an unprecedented pace.
Apple to manufacture AI chips in-house by 2026
Apple is gearing up to start production of its own artificial intelligence (AI) chips, according to a report by Ming-Chi Kuo.
Google launches open AI translation models challenging ChatGPT Translate
Google has unveiled TranslateGemma, a new set of open translation models based on Gemma 3.
This popular PC game is coming to your iPhone
Apple has announced the addition of Sid Meier's Civilization VII Arcade Edition to its Apple Arcade platform on February 5, 2026.
Leak reveals full specs of Apple iPhone Fold, 18 Pro
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 series, including the highly anticipated foldable model, will come with Touch ID instead of Face ID.
Flipkart's AI shopping assistant 'SLAP' to launch next week
Flipkart is all set to launch its new conversational AI shopping assistant, Shop Like a Pro (SLAP), next week.
Ordered Trump Mobile phone? 6 months later, it's still missing
US Senator Elizabeth Warren has asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to probe Trump Mobile's failure to deliver its promised phones.
US senators demand answers from tech giants over explicit deepfakes
A group of US senators has written to tech giants Meta, Alphabet, X, Snap, Reddit, and TikTok.
Canada investigates Musk's xAI over explicit deepfakes
Canada's privacy watchdog has launched an investigation into xAI, the artificial intelligence company founded by Elon Musk.
Spotify raises subscription prices once again
Spotify has announced a price hike for its subscription plan in the United States, marking the third increase in three years.
50% discount! Samsung Galaxy Ring drops to ₹15,999 on Amazon
Samsung's Galaxy Ring, a wearable device designed for health tracking, has received its biggest price cut ever on Amazon India.
Meta pulls the plug on its metaverse for work
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has announced that it will be shutting down Horizon Workrooms, its virtual collaboration space for workers.
Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI, Microsoft heads to trial
A US District Judge in Oakland, California has denied OpenAI and Microsoft's attempts to dismiss Elon Musk's lawsuit, paving the way for a jury trial scheduled for late April.
Nothing's first India flagship store is coming to this city
Nothing, the consumer tech company co-founded by Carl Pei, has announced its plan to open its first-ever flagship store in India.