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UK age-check law backfires as non-compliant porn sites gain traffic
The United Kingdom's new age verification law, part of the Online Safety Act, is having a major impact on website traffic.
How 'AI slop' is creating new freelance jobs for humans
Generative AI's rise promises unprecedented efficiency but it also produces an abundance of low-quality outputs colloquially known as "AI slop."
Beware of phishing emails about e-PAN card download
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has issued a warning against phishing emails impersonating the Income Tax Department.
'Cannibal CME' could trigger auroras tomorrow: Where, when to watch?
A powerful solar storm, known as a "cannibal CME," is headed toward Earth and could illuminate the skies with stunning northern lights over the Labor Day weekend.
This anti-cholesterol drug might slow down colorectal cancer: Study
Statins, a class of drugs commonly used to lower cholesterol levels, have shown promise in slowing down the growth of colorectal tumors.
World's first 'all-frequency' 6G chip can transmit data at 100Gbps
Chinese scientists have unveiled the world's first "all-frequency" 6G chip, a revolutionary development that could narrow the digital gap between urban and rural areas.
Weight-loss drugs can cut heart patients' risk of early death
A recent study has found that weight loss drugs can significantly reduce the risk of hospitalization or early death in heart patients, with semaglutide reducing the risk by 42% and tirzepatide by 58%.
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked set for September 4: What to expect
Samsung has confirmed its next Galaxy Unpacked event, which will be held virtually on Thursday, September 4.
Megan McArthur, first woman to pilot SpaceX Dragon, retires
Megan McArthur, a trailblazing NASA astronaut who made history as the first woman to pilot a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, has announced her retirement from the space agency.
Half-lit first quarter Moon shines tonight: How to watch
Tonight, stargazers will be treated to a celestial spectacle as Earth's natural satellite enters its first quarter phase.
Microsoft denies its Windows updates caused SSDs to crash
Recent reports have suggested that certain Windows 11 updates (KB5063878 and KB5062660) are causing some SSDs with Phison controllers to fail.
New drug reduces stubborn high blood pressure: How it works
A new drug, baxdrostat, has been hailed as a "gamechanger" in the fight against stubbornly high blood pressure.
Verizon restores network after outage leaves thousands without service
A major network outage hit Verizon, leaving thousands of customers across the US without service.
Scientists detect almost 130 collisions involving black holes, neutron stars
An international team of scientists has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of gravitational-wave astronomy, detecting 128 new cosmic collisions involving black holes and neutron stars.
Gemini is widely rolling out 'temporary chats': How to use?
Gemini, the AI app by Google, has introduced a new feature called 'Temporary chat.'
Pixel 10 series users are facing problems with wireless charging
Some early adopters of Google's latest Pixel 10 series have reported problems with wireless charging.
Can genetically edited horses be the future of polo?
The world of polo is on the verge of a major transformation with the introduction of five genetically edited horses.
This AI-powered stethoscope can detect heart diseases in 15 seconds
A team of doctors has developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered stethoscope that can detect three major heart conditions in just 15 seconds.
Meet Xiao He, a humanoid robot assisting journalists at SCO-Summit
Tianjin is preparing to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China.
Watch: Webb telescope snaps a planet-forming disk 525 light-years away
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured a stunning image of IRAS 04302+2247, a planet-forming disk located about 525 light-years away in the Taurus star-forming region.
AI could lead to 4-day work weeks: NVIDIA CEO
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has said that artificial intelligence (AI) could pave the way for a four-day work week.
Meet one of the heaviest binary stars in our galaxy
Astronomers have discovered one of the most massive binary star systems in our galaxy, NGC3603-A1.
This CO2-rich disk challenges our theories of planet formation
A team of astronomers, led by Jenny Frediani from Stockholm University, has discovered a planet-forming disk with an unusual chemical composition.
WhatsApp fixes 'zero-click' flaw that targeted Apple users
WhatsApp has fixed a critical security flaw in its iOS and Mac apps, which was being exploited in a spyware campaign.
Meta's AI chatbots won't discuss sensitive topics with teens anymore
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is revamping its AI chatbot training protocols to prioritize the safety of teenagers.
WhatsApp will soon let you search usernames for starting chats
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that would allow users to discover as well as connect with others by searching their usernames.
Steam now requires UK users to verify age with credit-card
Valve has started implementing the UK's Online Safety Act by requiring all British users to verify their age with a credit card.
Meta might use OpenAI, Google's AI models in its apps
Meta Platforms is considering collaborations with industry rivals Google and OpenAI to boost the artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities of its apps.
Mastodon explains why it can't verify ages of its users
Mastodon, a decentralized social network, has said that it can't comply with Mississippi's age verification law.
TikTok adds voice notes and media sharing to DMs
TikTok has introduced new features to enhance user interaction through direct messages (DMs).
Man kills mother, then himself, after excessive ChatGPT use
In a shocking incident, a man in Connecticut has taken the lives of both himself and his mother after becoming overly dependent on OpenAI's ChatGPT.
ISRO, JAXA to collaborate on Chandrayaan-5 mission: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed a major collaboration between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Japan's space agency, JAXA.
JioHotstar gets AI voice assistant, real-time dubbing, and more
Reliance Industries has announced several AI-powered features for its JioHotstar app.
How to troubleshoot remote printer connectivity
We all know how frustrating it can get when our remote printer refuses to connect, especially when you have to print some important documents.
Reliance Jio introduces JioPC, turns any screen into AI-ready device
Reliance Jio has launched a new product, the JioPC, a high-performance personal computer that can turn any screen into an artificial intelligence (AI)-ready system.
How to organize your emails
Managing an overflowing email inbox can be a daunting task, but with the right strategies, it becomes manageable.
Reliance Jio launches AI-powered glasses to take on Meta Bans
Reliance Jio has unveiled its latest innovation, the JioFrames, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered smart wearable.
Here's how much Apple iPhone 17 may cost in India
Apple is all set to launch its latest iPhone 17 series on September 9.
Microsoft Word will auto-save new documents to cloud by default
Microsoft is changing the way its Word app saves documents on Windows.
Anthropic to train AI on your chats—How to opt out
Anthropic, the artificial intelligence (AI) company behind the Claude family of chatbots, has announced a major shift in its data policy.