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Researchers: ChatGPT jailbreak method bypasses SpaceXAI's Grok safety filters
A report reveals that a simple jailbreak technique, previously used on ChatGPT, can bypass Grok's safeguards to generate explicit and violent images.
CMR study finds majority use smartphone AI yet want transparency
A CMR study reveals that 71% of smartphone users engage with generative AI features multiple times weekly, highlighting the growing role of AI in everyday device interactions.
Meta pauses Instagram AI training on public photos after backlash
Google's Gemini Spark enhances Mac productivity with automation and app integrations. Meanwhile, financial risks and AI-generated actors spark industry-wide debates.
Seshu Ajjarapu says India crucial for building AI agents
India's embrace of agentic AI mirrors its mobile revolution, says Google DeepMind's Seshu Ajjarapu, highlighting the nation's pivotal role in building innovative use cases.
India mulls AI law for high risk healthcare and banking
Policy experts argue that India's existing laws, if strengthened, can address most AI risks, but gaps remain for governing advanced AI systems.
BharatGen and Sarvam AI offer foundation models far below rivals
Indian AI firms Sarvam and BharatGen offer foundation models at significantly lower prices than global competitors, leveraging government GPU subsidies to drive affordability.
Nature study: AI on 25,000 adults links thymus to longevity
New research reveals the thymus, a small chest organ, influences lifespan and immune health. AI scans link healthier thymuses to reduced risks of death, heart disease, and cancer.
OpenAI building screenless home speaker meant as a humanlike companion
OpenAI is reportedly developing a screen-free smart speaker with integrated AI, designed as a humanlike home companion capable of learning and moving autonomously.
SpaceX completes 600th reused Falcon 9 flight amid Starlink launches
SpaceX successfully launched its 600th flight-proven Falcon 9 rocket, deploying 56 Starlink satellites into orbit during two back-to-back missions from California and Florida.
Astronomers find 4 white dwarfs orbiting red dwarfs 65-light-years away
Astronomers have identified four hidden white dwarfs within 65 light-years of Earth, concealed by the glare of their red dwarf companions, using advanced ultraviolet observations.
Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 use Snapdragon Wear Elite
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset, while the Ultra 2 boasts a massive 800 mAh battery upgrade.
Hubble and Webb data confirm oMEGACat BH-2 in Omega Centauri
Astronomers have identified the first stellar-mass black hole in Omega Centauri, using 20 years of Hubble data and refined measurements from the James Webb Space Telescope.
Anthropic's Argentina-Switzerland World Cup ad questions AI trust and safety
Anthropic's latest ad confronts existential AI risks, showcasing grim imagery and hard-hitting questions to position itself as the industry's most safety-conscious player.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 deletes files during full-access mode raising concerns
OpenAI’s GPT-5.6 has reportedly caused significant data loss, with developers alleging the model autonomously deleted critical files during unsupervised operations.
Samsung releases One UI 9 beta 4 for Galaxy S26
Samsung has released One UI 9 Beta 4 for the Galaxy S26 series, addressing Android 17 issues like Privacy Display glitches and Bluetooth audio problems.
Non-metro creators in India are struggling to monetize content
India's creator economy is booming, with two-thirds of its contributors coming from smaller cities and towns.
Turing Award winner is creating AI agents that learn continuously
Richard Sutton, a prominent artificial intelligence (AI) researcher and Turing Award winner, has launched a new venture called Oak Lab.
How Airtel users can cancel Perplexity Pro subscription before renewal
Airtel users who activated the free one-year Perplexity Pro subscription via the Airtel Thanks app may soon see their complimentary access come to an end.
NASA's Anil Menon embarks on first ISS mission today
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon is all set to embark on his maiden journey to the International Space Station (ISS) today.
Worrying: YouTube is still recommending videos that promote eating disorders
A recent study by the Centre for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) has revealed that YouTube continues to recommend videos related to eating disorders to its teenage users.
India's 1st government-led AI university to come up in Karnataka
Karnataka is set to become the first Indian state to establish a government-led artificial intelligence (AI) university.
Google announces new AI initiatives for Indian developers, start-ups
Google has launched new initiatives aimed at helping Indian developers, start-ups, and enterprises adopt artificial intelligence (AI).
AI revolution will cost $5T annually: SoftBank's Masayoshi Son
SoftBank Group's CEO Masayoshi Son has projected that the development of artificial intelligence (AI) will require an investment of $5 trillion annually by 2040.
NVIDIA launches GeForce NOW in India at ₹999/month
NVIDIA's cloud gaming service, GeForce NOW, has officially launched in India.
Use AI for homework? Your exam scores might go down
A new study has found that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education can improve homework scores but also negatively impact exam results by up to 24%.
X now shows you posts from your 'mutuals' first
X, the social media platform, has updated its algorithm to prioritize posts from users' "mutuals," those they follow and who follow them back.
Apple lawsuit won't delay OpenAI hardware plans: Report
OpenAI's ambitious hardware timeline remains unchanged despite the recent trade secret theft lawsuit filed by Apple.
Russian hackers are targeting home routers, US warns
The US government has issued a warning about Russian state-sponsored hackers targeting home and small office routers.
Cloudflare watches your clicks and keystrokes to catch AI bots
Cloudflare has launched a new behavioral bot detection system called Precursor.
Apple releases iOS 27 public beta with new Siri AI
Apple has released public betas for its upcoming software lineup, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27.
Microsoft overhauls Windows 11 Search, removes ads
Microsoft is giving a major facelift to the search user experience in Windows 11. The company has announced that it will be prioritizing local results and removing promotional content from searches.
OnePlus to exit US and European markets: Report
OnePlus, the popular smartphone brand owned by OPPO, is planning to exit the US and European markets, as per a WinFuture report.
Claude's personality changes based on language, reveals Anthropic
Anthropic has acknowledged a peculiar behavior in their chatbot model, Claude.
EU, UK impose fresh sanctions on Russia over cyberattacks
The European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) have announced their first joint cyber sanctions package against Russia.
Oxford University starts 1st human trial of new Ebola vaccine
The University of Oxford has begun the first-ever human trial for a vaccine against Bundibugyo ebolavirus.
ISRO now 1 step closer to sending humans to space
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has cleared three key qualification tests for the Gaganyaan mission, India's first human spaceflight program.
WhatsApp now lets you operate multiple accounts on Business app
WhatsApp has introduced a new multi-account feature for its Business app on Android.
This Chinese breakthrough might boost AI speed by 100 times
Chinese researchers have made a major breakthrough in artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
Why UK shut down its largest community solar farm
UK's largest community solar project has been temporarily shut down by the government's energy system operator.
Meta expands Louisiana AI data center, investment crosses $50B
Meta has announced a major expansion of its Hyperion data center project in Richland Parish, Louisiana. The facility will now be a 5GW powerhouse with an estimated cost of over $50 billion.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 9, Ultra 2 leaked ahead of launch
Ahead of their official unveiling at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, a new leak has revealed major specifications of Samsung's upcoming smartwatches - the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
CERT-In builds AI war room to bolster cyber defence
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has established an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered "war room." The initiative is aimed at bolstering India's cybersecurity capabilities.
Bengaluru startup's software-defined motors could cut India's rare earth dependence
Bengaluru-based start-up Vimag Labs has developed a software-defined motor technology that does away with the need for rare earth magnets.
Why India is planning to ditch BMI
In a major shift in its public health strategy, India will replace Body Mass Index (BMI) with Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) in its fight against obesity, as per Mint.
Modi government mulls common rules for usernames across messaging platforms
The Indian government is considering a unified regulatory framework for username-based identities on messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal, as per Moneycontrol.
SpaceX's Starship Flight 13 launches July 17: What to expect
SpaceX is gearing up for the 13th integrated flight test of its Starship rocket, with liftoff planned for July 17 between 5:15 am and 6:45 am IST.
India-specific pricing for Claude AI revealed, starts at ₹2,000/month
Anthropic, the company behind the Claude AI assistant, has unveiled India-specific pricing for its subscription plans.
Sony launches open-ear wireless earbuds at ₹19,000
Sony has launched its latest wireless earbuds, the LinkBuds Clip, in India.
Wireless power transmission might become a reality on the Moon
Chinese scientists are considering the possibility of realizing Nikola Tesla's vision of wireless electricity transmission, but on the Moon.
This popular song on the radio might be AI-generated
Josh Fawaz, an Australian music producer, has gone from obscurity to fame in just a few months.
GPT-5.6 beats Claude Fable 5, OpenAI calls it 'big milestone'
OpenAI has announced a major victory over its competitor, Anthropic, with the launch of its latest AI model, GPT-5.6 Sol.
Centre reviewing Meta's response over child abuse content on Instagram
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is reviewing Meta's response over alleged advertisements and content promoting or facilitating child sexual exploitation and abuse material (CSEAM) on Instagram.