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WhatsApp Screen Mirroring fraud: What it is, how to prevent
A new wave of digital fraud is sweeping across India, targeting WhatsApp users through a sophisticated scam known as Screen Mirroring Fraud.
Meta to split Superintelligence Labs into 4 teams
Meta is preparing for its fourth major overhaul of artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives in the last six months, The Information reported.
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold's complete specs leaked
Google's upcoming Pixel 10 Pro Fold has been the talk of the town.
Apple tops as India's tablet market grows 20% in Q2
India's tablet market has witnessed a significant surge, growing by 20% year-on-year and 28% quarter-on-quarter in Q2 2025.
Woman loses 'AI boyfriend' after ChatGPT upgrade
A woman, known only as Jane, has claimed to have lost her artificial intelligence (AI) boyfriend after OpenAI released an updated version of its ChatGPT model.
China's Biwin launches SSD the size of a SIM card
Chinese storage manufacturer Biwin has unveiled a revolutionary new type of solid-state drive (SSD), dubbed the "Mini SSD."
Google's latest open AI model can run on your smartphone
Google has unveiled a smaller version of its Gemma open AI model, called the 'Gemma 3 270 million.'
Meta's AI guidelines allowed chatbots to flirt with minor
Meta's internal guidelines have been found to permit its AI chatbots to engage in romantic conversations with minors, Reuters reported.
New Google Messages safety feature auto-blurs nude photos
Google has started rolling out a new safety feature in its Messages app for Android.
Meet Antigravity A1, the world's first 8K 360° drone
Insta360 has unveiled the A1, a revolutionary 360-degree drone under its new sub-brand, Antigravity.
Humanoids compete in football, athletics at China's first 'robot Olympics'
China has kicked off its three-day sports event for humanoid robots, the World Humanoid Robot Games.
Google's new AI tool helps you find the cheapest flights
Google has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool called 'Flight Deals' on its flight search platform, Google Flights.
Oracle partners with Google to integrate Gemini AI into cloud
Oracle and Google's parent company Alphabet have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Gemini artificial intelligence models into Oracle's cloud computing services and business applications.
Apple Watch can now measure blood oxygen levels again
Apple is bringing back the blood oxygen monitoring feature on its latest Watch models, including the Series 9, 10, and Ultra 2.
Facebook down for thousands of users globally
Facebook is currently facing a major outage, affecting thousands of users globally.
88% consumers prefer talking to humans over AI bots: Report
A recent report from Verizon has revealed that a staggering 88% of consumers prefer interacting with real humans over artificial intelligence (AI) bots.
Dyson Independence Day sale offering up to ₹18,000 off products
Dyson has launched its Independence Day sale, offering discounts of up to ₹18,000 on a range of popular products. The sale will continue till August 17.
WhatsApp accuses Russia of trying to block its encrypted services
WhatsApp has accused the Russian government of trying to block its services, citing the country's discontent with the app's focus on secure, encrypted communication.
Sam Altman says GPT-5 can help solo founders run start-ups
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has said that their latest large language model (LLM), GPT-5, can assist individual entrepreneurs in managing an entire start-up.
DeepSeek delays R2 model launch due to Huawei chip issues
DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, has postponed the launch of its highly-anticipated R2 model. The delay comes after training attempts with Huawei's Ascend chips were unsuccessful.
HTC's smart glasses pack AI, camera, audio into stylish frame
HTC has launched its latest wearable technology, the VIVE Eagle. The lightweight AI glasses are designed for everyday use and come with ZEISS lenses.
Koreans develop world's first OLED contact lens for eye diagnostics
A team of researchers from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI), and Seoul National University Bundang Hospital have developed a pioneering wireless OLED-based contact lens.
Trump's new rocket rules give Musk, Bezos a major lift
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order relaxing environmental regulations for commercial space companies.
WhatsApp's AI feature will correct your grammar, typos, and tone
WhatsApp is working on a new feature, called Writing Help, to improve the quality of its users' messages.
Beijing to host first-ever World Humanoid Robot Games tomorrow
Beijing is set to host the inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games, starting August 15.
Apple's Pixar-style tabletop robot to debut in 2027
Apple is reportedly working on a new range of smart home products, including an AI-powered "tabletop robot."
iOS 26 brings Apple Games, Preview apps to your iPhone
Apple is set to launch its next iOS 26 update with two new built-in apps, Apple Games and Preview.
Gemini AI can now remember your preferences for future chats
Google is updating its Gemini AI chatbot with a new memory feature.
UK porn sites see traffic drop after age verification law
The UK's leading porn sites have witnessed a massive drop in traffic following the implementation of stringent age verification laws on July 25.
Generative AI can improve India's banking operations by 46%: RBI
A recent report by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revealed that generative artificial intelligence (AI) can improve banking operations in India by up to 46%.
Pixel 10 leak confirms Qi2 wireless charging and 'Pixelsnap' cases
Google's upcoming Pixel 10 smartphone is likely to support the Qi2 wireless charging standard, a recent leak has revealed.
Apple continues Liquid Glass design modifications ahead of September launch
Apple has made some changes to the Liquid Glass design in iOS 26 Beta 6, with a major focus on the Lock Screen clock.
How to organize your digital bookmarks
Managing digital bookmarks can get overwhelming without a proper system in place.
How to automate your monthly mobile bill payments
Managing monthly mobile bill payments can be a hassle, especially when you're juggling multiple responsibilities.
Bizarre: Woman gets engaged to AI after 5-months of dating
A woman has announced her engagement to an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot after five months of "dating."
Elon Musk's Grok chatbot backs Sam Altman following public spat
In a surprising turn, Grok, the AI chatbot integrated with Elon Musk's X, has sided with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.
2025's only 'Black Moon' occurs on August 23
A rare astronomical event, the seasonal Black Moon, will occur on August 23, 2025. This will be the only such occurrence this year and won't be seen again until 2027.
3I/ATLAS: Harvard scientist urges global plan for potential alien threat
Harvard scientist Avi Loeb has called on global leaders to prepare for a possible alien attack.
Researchers jailbreak GPT-5 using just a few simple prompts
Cybersecurity experts have successfully bypassed the security measures of OpenAI's latest large language model (LLM), GPT-5.
Social media platform used by Hillary Clinton launched in India
Sez Us, a new social media platform used by prominent figures like former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and California Governor Gavin Newsom, has officially launched in India.