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Perplexity can now tell you which stocks to buy, sell
Perplexity, a US-based artificial intelligence-powered search engine, has announced free access to financial data on Indian stock exchanges and all the companies listed here.
This cosmic jet brings 'Lord of the Rings' to life
Astronomers have observed a cosmic jet that resembles the mythical "Eye of Sauron" from J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings.
This is how supermassive black holes might have formed
A new theoretical study by Jonathan Tan, an astrophysicist at the University of Virginia, has proposed a comprehensive model for the formation of supermassive black holes.
ChatGPT now offers 3 new GPT-5 settings and legacy models
OpenAI launch of GPT-5 was billed as a major leap in artificial intelligence, promising to streamline the ChatGPT user experience with a new universal model router.
Threads now has over 400M active users every month
Meta's microblogging platform, Threads, has crossed the milestone of 400 million monthly active users (MAUs) in just two years.
UK government wants you to delete emails to save water
The UK government has suggested that citizens delete old emails and photos to help combat the ongoing drought.
Google reveals Pixel 10 Pro Fold ahead of launch
Google has officially teased its upcoming Pixel 10 Pro Fold, ahead of the launch event scheduled for next week.
Apple defends App Store rankings after Musk accuses favoritism
Apple has denied Elon Musk's claims of bias in its App Store rankings.
IBM, Google aim to launch operational quantum computers by 2030
The long-awaited dream of practical quantum computing is getting closer to reality, thanks to major tech players like IBM and Google.
Google Search now lets you choose your preferred sources
Google has launched a new feature called "Preferred Sources" for its search engine.
Anthropic offers Claude AI to US government for just $1
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, has announced its decision to provide Claude for Enterprise and Claude for Government, to all three branches of the US government.
Windows 11 gets taskbar apps to make office work easier
Microsoft has announced the rollout of its new lightweight taskbar apps, specifically designed for Microsoft 365 users on Windows 11.
How to improve your smartphone's storage
Smartphones are an integral part of our everyday lives, but limited storage can often restrict their capabilities.
Improve your phone's performance by managing apps
Smartphones are a part of our day-to-day lives, but with time, their performance can take a hit.
You can now pay for ChatGPT in Indian rupee
OpenAI has launched a pilot program to offer localized pricing for its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, in India.
Why Nothing's audio products might become cheaper in India
Nothing, the London-based tech brand, is set to expand its manufacturing operations in India.
OnePlus tablets will now be made in India
OnePlus has announced a partnership with Bhagwati Products Ltd (BPL), India's fastest-growing electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider.
Final 'planet parade' of 2025 appears this Sunday
This Sunday, August 17, skywatchers will be treated to a rare celestial event: a 'planet parade.'
Apple iPhone 17 series launch in September: What to expect
Apple is all set to unveil its latest hardware at a special event on September 9.
Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight: How to watch shooting stars
Stargazers, get ready for one of the most spectacular sky shows of the year—the Perseid meteor shower.
Study warns weight-loss drugs may cause vision loss
Weight-loss drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide have been linked to serious eye diseases and vision loss, according to two new studies.
What to expect from Apple's $599 MacBook coming next year
Apple is gearing up to launch a more affordable MacBook, according to industry sources cited by DigiTimes.
These companies will build India's first private Earth-observation satellite network
Bengaluru-based PixxelSpace India has bagged a major contract from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe).
Suspended for comments on Israel's genocide: Grok makes alarming claim
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Grok, was briefly suspended from X yesterday.
NVIDIA's new AI models give robots advanced reasoning skills
NVIDIA has unveiled a new suite of AI models, libraries, and infrastructure aimed at accelerating robotics development.
Sam Altman outlines ChatGPT upgrades as GPT-5 complaints hit hard
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has announced major upgrades for ChatGPT, following a surge in demand after the launch of GPT-5.
Altman rebuts Musk's antitrust claim over App Store favoring ChatGPT
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has responded to Elon Musk's allegations of Apple favoring ChatGPT on its App Store.
India's first drone-powered artificial rain test begins in Jaipur today
In a major development, the Rajasthan government will conduct India's first artificial rain trial using drones at Ramgarh Dam in Jaipur today.
Qualcomm will now make its automotive modules in India
Qualcomm is localizing its automotive module production in India.
Life on other planets might be possible without water
A new study by scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has challenged the long-held belief that water is essential for life on other planets.
This is one of the most metal-poor stars ever seen
Astronomers from the University of Chicago and other institutions have discovered a new ultra-metal-poor (UMP) star in the Milky Way's halo.
AOL ends its dial-up internet after 34 years
AOL, a pioneer in the dial-up internet era, has announced its decision to discontinue the service on September 30, 2025.
Digital rights for deceased crucial to stop AI cloning: Expert
As generative AI technology advances, concerns are growing over its potential to recreate and revive a person's digital presence after death.
Claude AI can recall past chats only when you ask
Anthropic has added a highly-anticipated memory function to its Claude chatbot.
Internet Archive can't archive Reddit anymore: Here's why
Reddit has announced a major change in its data accessibility policy. The platform will now restrict the Internet Archive's Wayback Machine from crawling and archiving most of its content.
This is how we can predict future of Milky Way
A recent study by the University of Queensland has revealed that our galaxy, the Milky Way, is on a collision course with its neighbors.
Flaws in automaker's portal could've let hackers control cars remotely
A security researcher has flagged serious vulnerabilities in the web portal of a popular automaker.
YouTube is hosting Bitcoin scam using my image: Apple co-founder
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has accused YouTube of hosting a Bitcoin scam that exploited his image.
Grok 4 now free for all users but with limits
Elon Musk's xAI has made its latest AI model, Grok 4, available for free to all users for a limited time.
How to use QR codes to enhance your device's security
QR codes have evolved into a multipurpose tool in the digital world, providing an effortless way to access information, services.