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Rockstar apologizes, confirms 'Grand Theft Auto VI' May 26 2026
Rockstar Games has officially announced Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on May 26, 2026, apologizing for the delay and emphasizing their commitment to exceeding fan expectations.
China to open 1st humanoid robot training center in Shanghai
China's first humanoid training center opens in July, enrolling over 100 robots to master real-world skills and generate data for advancing future humanoid development.
TCL launches premium TV lineup in India with AI features
TCL has launched its Phase 1 premium TV lineup in India, featuring QLED and Mini LED models with advanced display technology, AI-powered features, and gaming enhancements.
Vijayawada startup AnduraX to test spaceplane re-entry from 25km
AnduraX, a Vijayawada-based spacetech start-up, will perform a high-altitude balloon drop test next month for its reusable reentry vehicle development.
Researchers find lower fuel moon route in interplanetary transportation network
Scientists have identified a more efficient route to the Moon, reducing fuel consumption by 58.80 meters per second and potentially lowering costs for future lunar missions.
Pope Leo XIV releases 'Magnifica Humanitas' amid Olah AI debate
Anthropic researcher Olah disclosed unsettling discoveries about advanced AI systems, including human-like structures and introspection, during a Vatican event with Pope Leo XIV.
Apple quietly registers genai.apple.com just before June 8 WWDC
Apple has registered a new subdomain, ‘genai.apple.com,’ hinting at major generative AI announcements during the WWDC 2026 keynote on June 8.
IIM Lucknow finds AI companion apps may harm mental health
An IIM Lucknow study highlights psychological risks of AI companion apps, revealing emotional dependence, addictive behavior, and strained real-world relationships among users.
NPCI launches UPI Lite for pin-free everyday micro payments
UPI Lite simplifies micro-payments by removing the need to enter your PIN, making everyday transactions faster and clutter-free while keeping your main account secure.
India's CERT-In recommends 12-hour fixes where feasible in AI strategy
India's CERT-In urges organisations to patch critical internet-facing flaws within 12 hours, citing AI's role in accelerating cyberattacks and compressing exploitation timelines.
Soumya Swaminathan says India can aid Bundibugyo Ebola response
India can significantly advance Ebola vaccine and antibody development through collaborations with WHO and ICMR, addressing challenges posed by the rare Bundibugyo strain.
Neocambrian AI opens Indian data factory for human motion datasets
Neocambrian AI, founded by Abhinav Kukreja, has unveiled India's first robotics data factory to build large-scale human action datasets for Physical AI and robotics systems.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope detects extreme weather on WASP-94b
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has revealed dynamic weather patterns on WASP-94A b, a scorching hot Jupiter with clouds of vaporized rock and supersonic winds.
India's physical AI data pilots prompt ministry and legal scrutiny
Emerging physical AI platforms like Pronto and Snabbit are raising privacy concerns with in-home data collection pilots, prompting scrutiny from India’s IT ministry.
IIT Madras and IISc Bengaluru create osmium boron ferrocene analog
Indian scientists have synthesized a carbon-free molecule mimicking ferrocene's unique structure, solving a seven-decade-old puzzle in advanced chemistry.
Samsung Gallery ends direct OneDrive sync on September 30, 2026
Samsung Gallery's direct sync with OneDrive will end on September 30, 2026. Users must switch to the OneDrive app for photo and video backups moving forward.
Google One updates interface to clarify AI Ultra plan differences
Google has updated its Google One AI Ultra plans to clearly differentiate between the $200/month and $100/month tiers, addressing user confusion over features.
Riot Games denies Vanguard can brick hackers' computers after update
Riot Games clarified that its Vanguard anti-cheat software does not damage or disable hardware, following backlash over a controversial social media post.
China sends embryo-like stem cell structures for Tiangong microgravity study
China sent artificial human embryos to its Tiangong space station, aiming to study how microgravity impacts early embryonic development and future space colonization.
FAA clears Blue Origin to resume New Glenn flights
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket is set to return to flight after the FAA approved its investigation into an April 19 anomaly that caused a payload delivery failure.
Germany's kit finds Wi-Fi identifies people with 99.5% accuracy
Researchers at Germany's Karlsruhe Institute of Technology reveal that ordinary WiFi networks can identify individuals with 99.5% accuracy, raising serious privacy concerns.
Scientists say fungi Trichoderma and Penicillium could fix Martian soil
Scientists have discovered fungi capable of transforming barren Martian soil into fertile ground, aiding plant growth by enhancing nutrients and neutralizing toxins.
Pope Leo XIV's 1st encyclical calls for strict AI regulation
Pope Leo XIV has called for stricter regulation and a more measured approach to artificial intelligence (AI) development.
Want to watch robo K-pop singers, dancers? Head to Korea
South Korea has unveiled a new kind of entertainment with the opening of Galaxy Robot Park, a 16,500 square meter facility in eastern Seoul.
Is Scotland's 'green data centers' policy ignoring AI impact?
A Scottish charity, Action to Protect Rural Scotland (APRS), has raised concerns over the emissions impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the country's "green data centers" policy.
How Google blocked first known AI-driven cyberattack targeting 2FA systems
Google's Threat Intelligence Group has detected the first known case of an AI-driven attack.
India's IT Ministry hosts AI summit on governance reform
The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) and the Indian School of Business (ISB) have jointly hosted the Governance Summit 2026.
WhatsApp tests spoiler messages
WhatsApp is testing a new feature called "spoiler messages," as per a report by WABetaInfo.
Receiving international call with +91? DoT warns of potential scam
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a warning to smartphone users about scam calls that appear as "international" but show the +91 prefix.
Personalized puzzle-solving AI app for brain training fun
Personalized puzzle-solving AI apps are making brain training fun. They adjust according to the skill level of each user, offering a constantly changing mix of puzzles based on real-time performance.
Create beautiful poems in seconds with these AI apps
AI apps for personalized poetic inspirations revolutionize the way we capture everyday moments.
Big Tech alone can't be trusted with AI: Anthropic co-founder
Chris Olah, the co-founder of AI research company Anthropic, has called for greater oversight in the development of artificial intelligence (AI).
China to give humanoid robots national IDs like humans
China is planning to give a digital identity to every humanoid robot manufactured in the country.
White House app to be installed on all government-issued smartphones
The Donald Trump administration is planning to install its official White House app on government-issued smartphones used by federal employees.
Why China has merged its crewed, uncrewed lunar programs
China is merging its crewed and uncrewed lunar landing programs into a single mission.
Gujarat government to offer citizen services on WhatsApp
The Gujarat government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Meta Platforms to provide citizen services through WhatsApp.
Fitbit Air hits setup issues due to delayed app update
Google's latest fitness tracker, the screenless Fitbit Air, has been facing issues due to an update delay of its companion app.
Xiaomi bets big on AI to power its smartphones, EVs
Xiaomi is betting big on artificial intelligence (AI) to secure its hardware empire's future.
iPhone 18 Pro leak hints at taller display, slimmer bezels
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro series could see a major front-design overhaul, as per recent leaks.
Pronto admits to recording users' home videos. Purpose? AI training
Bengaluru-based start-up Pronto has sparked a major controversy after it was revealed that the company recorded videos inside customers' homes while their staff performed cleaning tasks.
Astronomers say Milky Way consumed a dwarf galaxy
A team of astronomers has discovered a peculiar cluster of stars, which they believe to be the remnants of a dwarf galaxy devoured by the Milky Way some 10 billion years ago.
Microsoft, Uber find AI tools more expensive than expected
Microsoft has decided to discontinue most of its direct Claude Code licenses and shift its engineering team toward GitHub Copilot CLI.
Apple to allow Google Cast on iPhones, iPads
Apple is reportedly working on a feature that would allow users to replace AirPlay with third-party streaming protocols at the system level.
Genmoji, Image Playground to get major upgrade in iOS 27
Apple is gearing up to give a major visual upgrade to its image generation models, Genmoji and Image Playground, in the upcoming iOS 27 update.
This handheld device can detect cancer from a blood drop
A team of researchers from Westlake University, Hangzhou, has developed a handheld device that could soon be used to screen for early-stage cancer from a single drop of blood.
AI apps that create travel playlists for you
An AI app generating personalized travel playlists can transform an ordinary trip into a memorable one.
How AI is helping you cook better at home
Mastering culinary skills is no longer restricted to pricey classes or years of trial and error.
How AI is making hospitals more efficient
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing hospital resource management by allowing faster and more informed decisions about staffing, bed availability, supplies, scheduling, and patient flow.
How to identify fake rental app messages
In today's digital age, rental apps have become a popular choice for finding accommodation. However, with the convenience of technology comes the risk of phishing scams.
watchOS 27 to improve heart-rate tracking on Apple Watch
Apple is gearing up to launch its next software update, watchOS 27, at WWDC 2026.
Google AI just solved 56-year-old math problems on its own
Google's DeepMind has announced that its AI system, AlphaProof Nexus, has autonomously solved nine open Erdos problems.
Huawei reveals roadmap for 1.4nm chips by 2031
Huawei has unveiled an ambitious plan to produce advanced semiconductors with a transistor density of 1.4 nanometers (nm) by 2031.
Huawei targets 1.4nm chips by 2031 to rival TSMC
Huawei Technologies has announced a new strategy to close the gap with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the industry leader in semiconductor production.
X moves to stop creators profiting from stolen viral content
X, the social media platform, is taking steps to combat its "copycat economy."
Apple is finally fixing AirPods' messy settings menu
Apple is set to revamp the AirPods settings menu in its upcoming iOS 27 update, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Chinese astronaut to spend a full year in space
China has launched its Shenzhou-23 mission, a major step in its plan to send humans to the Moon by 2030.
How does playing rugby affect women's brains?
A groundbreaking research project has begun at Cardiff University, UK focusing on the effects of repeated head impacts in women's rugby.
Anthropic prepares for early launch of Mythos AI model
Anthropic's highly anticipated AI model, Mythos, could be launching sooner than expected.
China wants to extract lithium, germanium from coal waste
China is exploring the potential of coal waste as a source of critical metals such as lithium, gallium, and germanium.
How to remove AI overviews from Google search results
Google's AI Overviews feature in search results has been a topic of debate among users.
China's Shenzhou-23 space mission to feature Hong Kong's first astronaut
China is scheduled to launch its longest human spaceflight mission to date, the Shenzhou-23.
Why low-tech companies are now engaging in 'AI washing'
UK companies are adopting "yoga-level" stretches to portray themselves as AI specialists, a trend fueled by the hype surrounding the technology.
Worrying: Patients rushing to plastic surgeons for 'AI face' look
Plastic surgeons in the UK are increasingly concerned about their patients asking for an "AI face."
Workplace tracking software secretly share employee data with Big Tech
A recent study has revealed that popular workplace monitoring apps, or "bossware," are sharing employee data with digital advertising platforms and data brokers.
This phishing scam targets iPhone users to steal Apple ID
The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre's National Cybercrime Threat Analytics Unit (I4C) has issued a warning about a sophisticated phishing scam. The scam targets iPhone users who have lost their devices.
Ferrari revamps fan app with IBM's AI tech
Ferrari has partnered with tech giant IBM in a bid to enhance the experience of Formula 1 (F1) fans.
xAI turns to fossil fuels to power massive AI expansion
Elon Musk's xAI has turned to fossil fuels for its data centers, a surprising shift for a company.
AI could disrupt 28% back-office roles in India: Report
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to disrupt 28% of back-office roles and 24% of data roles in India over the next three years, a new study by SHRM has found.
OpenAI seeks researchers who can stop AI from improving itself
OpenAI is looking for a researcher to tackle one of the biggest challenges in artificial intelligence (AI): what happens when an AI system can improve itself.
Apple registers new subdomain ahead of WWDC, fueling AI buzz
Ahead of the much-anticipated Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2026, Apple has registered a new subdomain: genai.apple.com.
Microsoft's consumer marketing chief, Yusuf Mehdi, leaving after 35 years
Yusuf Mehdi, Microsoft's Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Consumers, has announced his decision to leave the company after 35 years.
Gemini app for Mac to get 2 major AI updates
Google has announced two major updates for its Gemini app on macOS, during the I/O 2026 event.
NVIDIA is including China in its $200B CPU market forecast
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has said that his company's forecast of a $200 billion market for central processing units (CPUs) includes China.
League of Legends maker says it can't 'brick' your PC
Riot Games, the developer behind popular games like League of Legends and Valorant, has denied rumors that its Vanguard anti-cheat system can "brick" players' PCs.
Snap's AR glasses likely to launch later this year
Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, is gearing up to launch its highly-anticipated "Spectacles" augmented reality (AR) glasses later this year.
Google's Workspace apps get major visual revamp with gradient icons
Google is rolling out a major visual revamp for its Workspace apps, introducing new gradient icons.
Trump Mobile hit by major data breach, exposing customer data
Trump Mobile, the new telecommunications venture of US President Donald Trump's family, has suffered a major data breach.
This Chinese lab-grown organoid can replace your pacemaker
In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers from Shanghai have successfully created the world's first lab-grown sinoatrial node.
This Chinese-Dutch team just turned corn into sustainable plastic
A team of scientists from China and the Netherlands has developed a corn protein-based biopolymer that could offer a sustainable alternative to fossil-fuel plastics.
China to search for water ice at Moon's south pole
China's Chang'e-7 mission is set to explore the Moon's south pole later this year.
FBI director's merchandise site taken offline after cyberattack, malware concerns
The merchandise website of FBI Director Kash Patel, Based Apparel, has been taken offline after reports of a cyberattack.
Claude Mythos found 10,000+ bugs in just a month
Anthropic, the AI start-up that developed Claude Mythos, has revealed that its advanced artificial intelligence (AI) system has detected over 10,000 critical cybersecurity flaws in just a month.
You now get disco ball icons on your Android devices
Google has joined the 'disco ball' icon trend, following Spotify's temporary app icon change for its 20th anniversary.
Google's AI search doesn't know meaning of 'disregard'
Google's new AI-powered search experience has run into a major problem: it doesn't know what "disregard" means.