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Magnetic robot helps perform 'virtual biopsies' for early cancer detection
A team of engineers at the University of Leeds has developed a groundbreaking magnetic robot that could revolutionize early cancer detection.
AI-powered conversation was possible on 90s PCs, says Marc Andreessen
Speaking at an event, Marc Andreessen, a leading entrepreneur and co-founder of venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), shared an interesting insight.
Users face issues creating free Ghibli-style images with Grok
The latest social media trend is turning regular photos into Studio Ghibli-style AI images.
ChatGPT down as users rush to create Studio Ghibli-inspired images
ChatGPT is facing a global outage, thwarting users' attempts to create animated avatars in the style of Studio Ghibli. The issue has been reported across its app and API services.
Europe's first orbital rocket launch ends in failure
German start-up Isar Aerospace's first-ever space mission ended in failure today.
SpaceX's next mission will grow mushrooms in space—Why it matters
SpaceX is scheduled to launch its pioneering Fram2 mission no earlier than March 31, marking the first human spaceflight over Earth's polar regions.
'Team needs sleep'—Altman requests break amid Ghibli-style AI art frenzy
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has asked for a pause on the generation of Studio Ghibli-inspired AI images.
Google's Gemini 2.5 Pro now available to free users
In a surprising move, Google has announced the rollout of its latest AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, to all free users of the Gemini app.
Dating apps exposed 1.5M private user pictures online. Say what!
M.A.D Mobile, the company behind a number of niche dating platforms, stored nearly 1.5 million private user images online without password protection.
Samsung's new vacuum cleaner notifies users of calls/texts while cleaning
Samsung has just launched its latest cordless vacuum cleaner, the Bespoke AI Jet Ultra.
NASA spots 'spider eggs' on Mars. What are they?
NASA's Perseverance Mars rover has found a bizarre rock formation on the Red Planet, one that looks like a bunch of spider eggs.
SpaceX's Starship approved for NASA's future launches
NASA has officially added SpaceX's Starship to its NASA Launch Services (NLS) II contract.
Samsung's rival to Meta's Ray-Ban glasses coming soon—What we know
Samsung is preparing to unveil its latest innovation, the XR smart glasses, expected to launch alongside its XR headset (codenamed Project Moohan) in 2025.
5 challenges NASA must overcome to send humans to Mars
NASA has identified five major hazards that could complicate the mission of sending humans to Mars.
Now, ChatGPT's free users can also create Ghibli-style photos
OpenAI has enabled ChatGPT's new image generator for its free users, allowing them to create all kinds of pictures using AI.
ISRO successfully tests semi-cryogenic engine for future space missions
In a major achievement, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted a hot test of its semi-cryogenic engine, marking a major milestone in its space exploration endeavors.
How powerful solar flares cause radio blackouts on Earth
The Sun has somewhat surprised forecasters by releasing a powerful X-class solar flare from a new sunspot region, AR4046.
ISRO's plasma thruster completes 1,000-hour burn—Why this is significant
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has hit a major milestone by successfully conducting a 1,000-hour life test of its 300mN (millinewton) Stationary Plasma Thruster.
Starliner might fly astronauts this year after challenging first flight
NASA and Boeing are preparing for the next flight of the Starliner spacecraft, possibly later this year or in early 2026.
OpenAI uncensors ChatGPT's image generation feature—Check what is allowed now
OpenAI has updated ChatGPT's image generation capabilities, introducing significant changes that have sparked both interest and debate within the tech community.
Weight-loss drug Mounjaro's sale begins in India—Who is it for?
US-based pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly recently launched its weight loss drug Mounjaro in India. Tirzepatide is the generic name, the active pharmaceutical ingredient.
Solar eclipse today: When, where and how to see it?
The first solar eclipse of 2025, or Surya Grahan, will take place today in just a few hours.
You can now add music to WhatsApp status: Here's how
WhatsApp has introduced a new capability to let users add temporary music clips to their profile updates.
Acid rain threat increased by Trump's policies, warns leading expert
Gene Likens, the scientist who first discovered acidic rainwater in North America, has raised alarms about the potential return of toxic acid rain.
Samsung India launches exclusive extended warranty for home appliances
Samsung has launched a nationwide extended warranty program, Samsung Care+, for select refrigerators and front-load washing machines in India.
Microsoft's 50-day 'AI Skills Fest' begins soon: How to register
Microsoft has announced a global AI Skills Fest, starting April 8.
Could Venus have been Earth's twin? A new equation investigates
A team of scientists has developed a new equation, the Venus Life Equation (VLE), which could help determine if life ever existed on Venus.
Miniature robots can now find cancer inside your body
In a groundbreaking development, scientists have developed micro-robots that can perform non-invasive 3D scans to detect and diagnose colorectal cancer in real-time.
YouTube updates view-counting method for Shorts: How it'll impact creators
YouTube will change how it counts views for Shorts starting March 31.
ChatGPT turns your photos into Ghibli art—But is it legal?
OpenAI's ChatGPT has demonstrated a new artistic capability, generating images in the distinctive style of Japan's renowned Studio Ghibli.
Interview-bypassing AI tool lands student developer in hot water
Chungin Lee, a second-year computer science student at Columbia University, has been suspended for creating an AI tool to cheat in tech job interviews.
OpenAI's GPT-4o AI model just got another update—Check what's new
OpenAI has announced a major upgrade to the GPT-4o model that powers ChatGPT.
How to set WhatsApp as default calling/texting app on iPhone
WhatsApp has rolled out a new update for iOS, letting you set it as your default app for calls and texts.
Microsoft Office apps to get speed boost with this feature
Microsoft is finally looking to make its Office apps start faster, starting with Word in May.
Order now, eat later: Swiggy's scheduled delivery explained
Popular food delivery platform Swiggy has introduced a handy feature, one that lets you schedule your orders for later delivery.
ChatGPT's viral image creator is 'melting' OpenAI's GPUs
OpenAI, the AI research lab behind the popular chatbot ChatGPT, has temporarily restricted image generation requests amid overwhelming demand.
For Android users: How to send money internationally via Paytm
Sending money internationally using Paytm on an Android device is a pretty simple task.
Musk pressured Reddit CEO to remove posts he didn't like
Elon Musk, the owner of social media platform X, privately reached out to Reddit's CEO Steve Huffman over content moderation concerns, according to The Verge.
Apple's foldable iPhone to feature liquid metal hinge—What it is
Apple is said to be using liquid metal technology in the hinge of its upcoming foldable iPhone, potentially called iPhone Fold.
Instagram's new feature lets you watch reels at 2x speed
Instagram now lets users speed up Reels by long-pressing the right or left edge of the screen, which allows them to play at twice the speed.