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Meta lets rivals use WhatsApp Business API free in EU
Meta Platforms has proposed granting rival AI chatbots free access to WhatsApp's API in Europe, with usage limits before fees apply, aiming to address EU antitrust concerns.
Google debuts Android CLI 1.0 at Google I/O aiding developers
Google unveiled Android CLI 1.0 at I/O 2026, enabling AI agents like Claude Code and Codex to leverage Android Studio tools for streamlined app development across platforms.
Google debuts Gemini 3.5 at I/O to simplify AI workflows
Google introduced Gemini 3.5 at I/O 2026, showcasing its frontier-level intelligence and speed, optimized for complex agentic workflows and coding tasks with real-world utility.
Google TV adds pointer support, redesigns home screen and apps
Google TV is introducing motion-controlled pointer remotes, enhancing navigation with features like hover states and cursor clicks for a more interactive user experience.
This is how Samsung, Google's Android XR smartglasses will look
At the I/O 2026 event, Samsung and Google teased their upcoming Android XR smart glasses.
Julius Oelsmann study finds coastal cities sinking, local seas rising
Earth’s most populated cities are sinking under their own weight, with urban subsidence and rising seas combining to accelerate coastal flooding risks globally.
Google unveils Gemini Spark assistant built on Gemini 3.5 flash
Google introduced Gemini Spark, a personal AI agent powered by its Gemini 3.5 model, designed to autonomously manage multi-step tasks across platforms within the Google ecosystem.
Google's new 'Universal Cart' will make your online shopping easier
Google has launched a new tool called Universal Cart, designed to simplify online shopping.
Google launches Gemini 3.5 flash at I/O, automates coding tasks
Google's Gemini 3.5 Flash shifts focus from conversational AI to autonomous agents, excelling in coding, agentic tasks, and multimodal reasoning with unprecedented speed.
Google I/O 2026 unveils Gemini 3.5 Flash and Omni models
Google unveiled groundbreaking Gemini-powered features across its products, including Search enhancements, Android XR eyewear, and AI-driven tools for Workspace and YouTube.
Google previews Android Halo at I/O showing AI agent status
Google unveiled a cryptic “Android Halo” feature at I/O 2026, hinting at subtle visual cues tied to Gemini Spark, arriving with Android 17 later this year.
Google unveils Gemini 'Neural expressive' redesign, 3.5 flash at I/O
Google’s Gemini app introduces the Neural Expressive redesign, faster 3.5 Flash model, 24/7 Spark agent, and personalized Daily Brief for enhanced productivity and creativity.
Google adds SynthID to Search and Chrome to detect deepfakes
Google is expanding its SynthID verification tools to Search and Chrome, enabling users to identify AI-generated photos, videos, and audio using metadata-based checks.
Google debuts Gmail live voice search and expanded AI inbox
Google introduces Gmail Live, a voice-powered search tool for emails, and expands AI Inbox features to AI Plus and Pro subscribers with new capabilities.
Google and Samsung preview Gemini-powered audio glasses at I/O 2026
Google and Samsung revealed "intelligent eyewear" at I/O 2026, featuring audio-only glasses with premium designs from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker.
Google launches Gemini Omni Flash for realistic multimodal video generation
Google debuts Gemini Omni, a generative AI model capable of creating lifelike videos from text, images, and audio inputs, with free access via YouTube Shorts starting this week.
Google unveils Workspace AI updates including Docs, Keep and Pics
Google introduced voice-powered features for Docs and Keep, enabling real-time note-taking and document creation, alongside unveiling the new AI design app, Google Pics.
Google and Xreal to launch Project Aura XR glasses 2026
First unveiled at Google I/O 2025, Google and Xreal’s Project Aura XR smart glasses are set for a global launch in 2026, offering advanced spatial computing features.
Google launches Antigravity 2.0 to make AI development easier
Google unveils Antigravity 2.0, enabling parallel AI agent orchestration for faster development, alongside an AI Studio Android app to capture and execute ideas on the go.
YouTube unveils Ask YouTube and Gemini Omni at Google I/O
YouTube is transforming search with the AI-powered “Ask YouTube” feature while integrating Gemini Omni into Shorts Remix for advanced generative video recreations.
Google unveils Pics AI tool in Workspace via text prompts
Google unveiled Pics, an AI-powered design app for Workspace, aiming to rival Canva and Anthropic by offering accessible image generation and editing tools.
Google unveils Gemini Omni for generating videos from multimodal inputs
Google’s Gemini Omni debuts as a multimodal AI model capable of transforming images, audio, and text into high-quality videos, marking a significant leap in AI-driven creativity.
Google I/O 2026 debuts Gemini 3.5 Flash and Antigravity 2.0
Google introduced Gemini 3.5 Flash and Antigravity 2.0 at I/O 2026, showcasing their ability to build a functional operating system in just 12 hours using autonomous AI agents.
Google unveils Gemini Spark at I/O 2026 to organize tasks
Google introduced Gemini Spark, an AI-powered agentic platform integrated with Google Workspace apps, designed to structure tasks and enhance collaborative workflows.
Google unveils Gemini Omni AI that edits videos via chat
Google's Gemini Omni revolutionizes video creation by enabling conversational edits and seamless integration of text, images, audio, and video for polished results.
Google announces universal cart with US rollout later this summer
Google's new Universal Cart simplifies deal-hunting by tracking prices, stock, and alternatives across retailers, integrating seamlessly with Search, Gemini, YouTube, and Gmail.
Samsung and Google announce intelligent eyewear with Gemini AI
Samsung and Google introduce "Intelligent Eyewear," blending AI functionality with stylish designs from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker.
Google overhauls Search with Gemini 3.5 flash AI interface
Google has replaced its iconic search box with an AI-driven system, introducing dynamic inputs, 24/7 intelligent agents, and personalized tools in its biggest update in 25 years.
Google AI Studio builds native Android apps without coding
Google's new AI Studio feature lets users create native Android apps from text prompts, supporting Kotlin and Jetpack Compose for seamless functionality and hardware integration.
Google updates Gemini AI with daily brief learning from feedback
Google's latest Gemini updates introduce tools like Daily Brief, Android Halo, and macOS integrations to simplify workflows, prioritize tasks, and enhance user efficiency.
Google unveils Gemini, Ask Play and Play Shorts at I/O
Google Play is embracing AI with features like Ask Play for conversational app discovery and Play Shorts, a vertical video feed offering visual previews of apps before downloading.
Google unveils Gemini $100 Ultra and original $200 Ultra plan
Google has revamped its AI subscription plans, introducing lower prices, enhanced features, and new tools like Gemini Spark and Omni to cater to diverse user needs.
Demis Hassabis unveils Gemini Omni AI that simulates physical world
Google introduced Gemini Omni, a multimodal "world model" advancing AGI, and Gemini 3.5 Flash, delivering unprecedented speed and coding capabilities for real-world applications.
OpenAI adds persistent SynthID watermarks to images from its tools
OpenAI has introduced advanced digital watermarking and metadata standards, making AI-generated images more traceable and resistant to tampering or removal.
Google's Circle to Search can now detect AI-generated images
Google is expanding its artificial intelligence (AI) detection capabilities with the update of SynthID, its proprietary watermarking system.
Google revamps its Gemini AI app: Check what's new
At its annual I/O developer conference, Google unveiled a series of updates for its Gemini app.
Google Search gets its biggest makeover since its inception
Google has announced a major overhaul of its Search platform, introducing an AI-powered "intelligent search box." This is the biggest change to the platform since its launch over 25 years ago.
Google launches AI design app 'Pics' to challenge Canva
Google has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) design and image generation app called 'Pics.'
Google AI Studio now lets you create apps in minutes
Google has announced a major update to its web-based AI Studio, giving users the ability to create native Android apps in just a few minutes.
Google unveils Gemini 3.5 Flash, Omni, and Spark AI
At the Google I/O 2026 event, the tech giant has unveiled a slew of updates to its Gemini model family.
Google is adding AI chat features to Gmail, Docs, Keep
Google is enhancing its Gmail, Docs, and Keep services with new conversational features in the form of Live.
YouTube gets a feature similar to Google Search's AI Mode
YouTube has introduced a new feature called "Ask YouTube," which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help users find specific content on the platform.
How to organize your study schedule like a pro
AI tools simplify study planning by transforming a chaotic list of subjects, deadlines, and goals into a clear, personalized schedule.
Watch: Agnikul Cosmos test-fires its first 4-engine rocket cluster
Chennai-based space start-up Agnikul Cosmos has achieved a major milestone by successfully test-firing four semi-cryogenic rocket engines together for the first time.
Why do people fear AI? Sridhar Vembu has an idea
Sridhar Vembu, the CEO of Zoho Corporation, has sounded an alarm over the global economy.
Apple to introduce grammar checker in iOS 27, iPadOS 27
Apple is gearing up to launch a host of artificial intelligence (AI) features for its upcoming iPhone and iPad operating systems, namely the iOS 27 and iPadOS 27.
Fitness enthusiasts, train smarter with these AI tools
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing personal fitness by making it more personalized and effective.
These AI tools can simplify your travel packing
AI-driven approaches to create travel packing lists have made a traditionally stressful task streamlined.
Stressing over home safety? Try these AI tools
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing home security, making it smarter, faster, and more reliable than ever.
Growing a herb garden? Try these AI tools
Growing herbs at home just got a whole lot simpler.
How to use AI for healthier digital habits
As our screen time continues to rise, digital detox routines are becoming more and more important.
If self-discipline is your goal, keep reading
AI-backed techniques make self-discipline easier to build as they convert vague intentions into clear, repeatable actions.
These AI tools can make household chores easier
AI is revolutionizing how households handle chores, making them quicker and less mentally exhausting.
Why OnePlus devices are not getting the latest updates
OnePlus has halted the rollout of its latest OxygenOS updates, citing device stability issues.
LG launches world's 1st 1,000Hz gaming monitor
LG has introduced what it claims is the world's first Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) gaming monitor with a native refresh rate of 1,000Hz.
SpaceX's next Starship launch rescheduled for May 22
SpaceX has delayed the launch of its powerful Starship rocket by two days.
Why SpaceX's Starbase facility is facing an OSHA probe
A worker died at SpaceX's Starbase launch facility in South Texas on May 15.
Sony's PlayStation Plus Essential subscription becomes costlier: Check new prices
Sony has announced a price hike for its PlayStation Plus Essential subscription, effective tomorrow.
Alexa Plus can now generate podcasts
Amazon has announced a major update for its AI assistant, Alexa Plus.
Make gratitude journaling easy with AI apps
In today's digital age, keeping a gratitude journal can be made even easier with the use of AI apps.
Walmart's new Android tablets start at just $97
Walmart has expanded its tablet portfolio with six new models under its Onn brand.
How AI helps you design beautiful greeting cards
AI apps for custom seasonal greeting card backgrounds provide an unusual way of generating personalized, polished cards without any design skills.
StoryWeave: The AI app for writing stories together
StoryWeave is an AI app for collaborative storytelling. You can add multiple users, and AI will keep the story coherent.
Why photographers are using AI for editing
AI tools are revolutionizing photography by making daily workflows quicker, more consistent, and less tiring.
Sony to stop bringing PS exclusive games to PC
Sony is reportedly halting the release of its major single-player PlayStation titles on PC.
X limits free users to 50 posts a day
X, the Elon Musk-owned social media platform, has introduced a new restriction on unverified accounts.
Anthropic's Mythos AI can chain bugs into exploits: Cloudflare
Cloudflare has flagged a major security risk with Anthropic's Mythos AI model.
Anthropic acquires dev tools start-up Stainless
Anthropic, a leading player in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry, has acquired Stainless, a New York-based start-up. The company was founded in 2022 by Alex Rattray, a former Stripe engineer.
Pope, Anthropic co-founder to release an encyclical on AI
Pope Leo XIV will release his first-ever encyclical on May 25.
How to apply Instagram's Lofi Dusk filter in your Stories
Instagram has a new AI-powered visual effect filter called Lofi Dusk.
This homegrown fuel can bring down India's LPG imports
Scientists at the CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory in Pune are working on a revolutionary alternative to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Dimethyl Ether (DME).
SpaceX's next Starship test flight set for May 20
SpaceX, the space exploration company founded by Elon Musk, is gearing up for the launch of its massive Starship rocket.
If you're into baking content creation, keep reading
Home baking is as much about the visuals as it is about the taste.
UK data centers are turning to gas for electricity generation
More than 100 new data centers in the UK are planning to use gas as a source of electricity generation, some even on a permanent basis.
This is how you can simplify your to-do list
AI is revolutionizing our approach to prioritizing day-to-day tasks, doing it faster and more seamlessly.