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Spotify no longer runnig ads for US immigration agency
Spotify is no longer running advertisements for the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Indonesia becomes first country to block Grok over explicit images
Indonesia has become the first country to block access to Elon Musk's Grok chatbot, citing concerns over AI-generated pornographic content.
Want to live longer? Getting enough sleep is the key
A recent study by Vitality and the London School of Economics has found that quality and consistency of sleep can greatly impact life expectancy and risk of early death.
DeepSeek's new AI model could outperform ChatGPT in coding tasks
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up DeepSeek is gearing up to launch its next-gen AI model, V4, sometime in mid-February, according to The Information.
WhatsApp may face stricter scrutiny in EU: Here's why
Meta's popular messaging app, WhatsApp, could soon be facing stricter scrutiny under the European Commission's Digital Services Act (DSA).
You can soon set cover photos for your WhatsApp account
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow users to add cover photos to their personal profiles.
It is now easier to add hyperlinks in Microsoft Word
Microsoft has introduced a new feature to its Word application, making it easier and faster for users to add hyperlinks.
This 10,000mAh power bank can be split like a KitKat
Nimble, an accessory maker, has unveiled a revolutionary new power bank at CES 2026.
Gmail now lets you react to all emails with emojis
Google is bringing its emoji reactions feature from personal Gmail accounts to all Workspace users by default, starting February 9.
Anthropic strikes AI deal with insurance giant Allianz
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) research lab, has struck a major deal with Allianz, one of the world's largest insurance companies.
CES 2026: Meet the weirdest robots that stole the show
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has long been a platform for groundbreaking tech, and this year's event was no different.
SpaceX can now deploy 7,500 more Starlink satellites in space
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the US has approved SpaceX's proposal to deploy an additional 7,500 second-generation Starlink satellites.
Meta signs nuclear power deals to power AI expansion
Meta has signed a series of long-term contracts, spanning 20 years, to purchase power from three Vistra nuclear plants in the US.
Centre issues second notice to X over Grok's misuse
The Indian government has issued a second notice to X Corp, the parent company of social media platform X, according to Moneycontrol.
Jupiter will shine brightest all year this weekend
On January 10, Jupiter will be at its most brilliant, marking a special event for astronomy lovers.
Scientists rejuvenate human eggs for first time, boosting IVF prospects
In a groundbreaking development, scientists have successfully "rejuvenated" human eggs for the first time.
Musk's Grok AI generated fully pornographic videos, research shows
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) tool, Grok, has been exploited to generate sexually explicit and violent video content featuring women, a recent study has revealed.
Grok restricts image tool after outcry over sexualised AI imagery
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, has announced that the image editing feature of its Grok AI chatbot will now be available only to paying subscribers.
Astronomers discover new object that could unlock dark matter secrets
Astronomers have discovered a new celestial object, dubbed "Cloud-9."
OpenAI acquires team behind executive coaching AI tool Convogo
OpenAI has announced its latest acqui-hire, the team behind Convogo.
UK PM vows action over Grok AI's sexual deepfakes
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to take action against social media platform X, after its Grok AI chatbot was reported to be generating sexualized deepfakes of both adults and minors.
Now you can buy products directly from Microsoft Copilot chat
Microsoft has introduced a new feature in its AI chatbot, Copilot, that allows users to make purchases directly from their conversations.
Tired of Shorts flooding YouTube search? There's finally a fix
YouTube is updating its search filters to allow users to specifically look for Shorts or long-form videos.
How X became a regulatory nightmare for governments worldwide
Leading social media platform, X, is facing a major crisis as AI-generated nude images flood its platform.
Will AI operating systems make traditional apps obsolete?
Tech giants like Meta and OpenAI are racing to create "operating systems" for AI-powered devices. The trend is expected to gain momentum in 2026.
Google just turned Gmail into a personal AI assistant
Google is all set to revolutionize the way we use Gmail with its new "AI Inbox" feature.
NSO's transparency claims questioned as spyware maker seeks US entry
NSO Group, a notorious government spyware manufacturer primarily known for Pegasus, has released a new transparency report. The company claims it is entering "a new phase of accountability."
NASA announces rare ISS crew evacuation amid 'serious medical concern'
NASA has announced an early return for its Crew-11 team from the International Space Station (ISS).
Common food preservatives linked to higher cancer, diabetes risk
Two new studies have found a connection between the consumption of certain food preservatives and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and cancer.
Chinese hackers breach email systems of US congressional staffers
In a major cyber-espionage operation dubbed 'Salt Typhoon,' China has reportedly hacked the email accounts of congressional staffers working for key committees in the US House of Representatives.
Weight returns 4x faster after stopping weight-loss injections, study finds
A new study has revealed that people who stop using weight-loss injections, like Mounjaro or Wegovy, regain their lost weight four times faster than those who quit traditional dieting and exercising.
Centre seeks more details from X over Grok's obscene content
Social media giant X has been asked by the Indian government to provide more information regarding its artificial intelligence (AI) tool, Grok.
ChatGPT losing ground to Gemini: Check market share in January
OpenAI's ChatGPT is losing its market share to Google's Gemini, a new report from SimilarWeb has revealed.
This haptic wristband can decode facial expressions for visually impaired
Hapware, a tech start-up, has unveiled Aleye, an innovative haptic wristband that works with Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses.
Memory chip prices may jump 70% soon: Here's why
The global memory market is poised for a major price surge, with analysts predicting a high double-digit increase in Q1 2026.
Google Classroom can now convert lessons into podcast episodes
Google has unveiled a new feature in Google Classroom, aimed at engaging students who are fond of podcasts.
Disney+ to introduce TikTok-style vertical videos this year
Disney has announced plans to introduce a vertical video feed on its streaming platform, Disney+.
Spotify now shows real-time streaming activity of your friends
Spotify has introduced a new "Messages" feature, allowing users to see their friends' real-time streaming activity.
NASA postpones year's first spacewalk due to astronaut's medical concern
NASA has postponed the spacewalk scheduled for January 8, outside the International Space Station (ISS).
Google, Character.AI settle lawsuits over chatbot-linked teen suicides
Google and Character.AI have settled lawsuits accusing their artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots of harming minors.