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You can't use Google Chrome on these Macs anymore
Google has announced plans to end Chrome updates for Macs running on macOS Monterey.
Vanished Andromeda star leaves behind strange red glow: What's happening?
Astronomers are puzzled by the disappearance of a yellow supergiant star, M31-2014-DS1, in the Andromeda galaxy.
Goa might ban social media usage for children under 16
The Goa government is considering a ban on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and X for kids under 16.
This AI app can identify dinosaur footprints with 90% accuracy
A team of researchers has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) app, DinoTracker, that can analyze dinosaur footprints.
You can now use Slack, Figma, Asana inside Claude AI
Anthropic has announced a major update for its AI chatbot, Claude. The new feature allows users to access interactive apps directly within the chat interface.
Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp may soon charge users for premium features
Meta has announced plans to test premium subscription models across its popular platforms: Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp.
Scientists unveil most detailed map of dark matter
Scientists have unveiled the most detailed map of dark matter, a mysterious and invisible substance that makes up about five times more of the universe than ordinary matter.
Why some TikTok users cannot write 'Epstein' in messages
TikTok is investigating why some users are unable to send the word "Epstein" in their direct messages.
What is Clawdbot, the latest sensation in AI space
Clawdbot, an open-source AI assistant, is taking the tech world by storm. The tool lets users run an AI agent on their own computers, acting as a digital butler of sorts.
WhatsApp now lets you revisit recent chats with ease
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app, version 2.26.3.80, introducing the ability to view recent chat searches.
SpaceX will test its upgraded Starship V3 rocket in March
SpaceX is gearing up for the first test flight of its upgraded Starship rocket, dubbed Starship V3.
Microsoft's Maia 200 takes on Google, Amazon's AI chips
Microsoft has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence (AI) chip, the Maia 200.
TikTok blames data center power outage for US app glitches
TikTok has blamed a power outage at a US data center for the recent glitches in its app.
Apple AirTag 2, with improved range, now available at ₹3,800
Apple has officially launched the second-generation AirTag, nearly five years after the first model hit the market.
French MPs approve bill banning social media for under-15s
France's National Assembly has backed a bill to ban children under the age of 15 from using social media.
AI boom helps tiny island earn millions from domain sales
The British Overseas Territory of Anguilla is reaping the benefits of a digital gold rush, thanks to its ".ai" top-level domain.
France ditches Zoom, Teams for homegrown video conferencing app
The French government has announced its plan to replace Microsoft Teams and Zoom with a domestically developed video conferencing platform called Visio.
Why physical GTA 6 copies may miss November 2026 launch
The highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) is scheduled for a launch on November 19, 2026. However, those looking forward to a physical copy of the game may have to wait even longer.
Gemini in Google Calendar finds best meeting times for everyone
Google has introduced a new feature in its Calendar app, powered by the Gemini AI.
Musk says WhatsApp 'not secure' amid lawsuit over end-to-end encryption
A group of international WhatsApp users has filed a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of the popular messaging app.
Google agrees to $68M settlement over recording users without consent
Google has agreed to pay $68 million in a class-action lawsuit over its voice-activated assistant, Google Assistant.
Musk's AI chatbot Grok under EU investigation for sexual deepfakes
The European Union (EU) has launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk's social media platform, X.
WhatsApp will let you choose Meta AI's 'thinking mode' soon
WhatsApp is working on a new feature to enhance the user experience of its Meta AI.
Microsoft releases emergency update to fix Outlook crash bug
Microsoft has issued an emergency update (KB5078127) for Windows 11, following a critical bug that caused Outlook and other apps to crash.
You can now train AI models without using real-world data
Researchers from Tsinghua University and Microsoft have created a synthetic data pipeline for training artificial intelligence (AI) models.
10 European countries to build a 100GW wind power grid
The UK and nine other European nations are expected to sign a historic agreement to create an offshore wind power grid in the North Sea.
Could humans live up to 150 years one day?
Geneticist Steve Horvath has predicted that humans could eventually start living up to 150 years. The prediction is based on recent advancements in biological clocks and rejuvenation research.
Google celebrates Republic Day 2026 with an ISRO-themed doodle
Google has unveiled a special doodle to commemorate India's 77th Republic Day.
Gmail won't show you misclassified emails anymore
Google has fixed a technical glitch in Gmail, after users flagged that the platform's email filtering system was malfunctioning.
Apple's new Gemini-powered Siri is coming next month
Apple is gearing up to unveil an upgraded version of its virtual assistant, Siri, in the second half of February.
Apple MacBook Pro set for biggest redesign in years
Apple is said to be working on a major redesign of its MacBook Pro line-up, with the new models expected to launch later this year. This would be the first major redesign in five years.
Uninstall this Windows 11 update now, Microsoft warns
Microsoft has issued a rare public warning about the January 2026 security update for Windows 11.
People trust AI over doctors for medical advice, MIT study
A recent study by researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has found that people trust medical advice from artificial intelligence (AI) more than that from human doctors.
Republic Day 2026: Delhi Police to use AI-enabled smart glasses
In a major technological advancement, the Delhi Police will use AI-enabled smart glasses during the 77th Republic Day Parade on January 26.
You can now use Google Sans fonts in Docs, Sheets
Google has added its open-sourced fonts, Google Sans and Google Sans Flex, to its suite of productivity tools including Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
These flexible semiconductor chips are as thin as human hair
Chinese scientists have made a major breakthrough in the field of electronics by developing fully flexible fiber chips.
ChatGPT responses are now powered by Musk's Grokipedia
OpenAI's latest GPT-5.2 model uses Elon Musk's xAI-generated encyclopedia, Grokipedia, as a source for information.
PSLV rocket failure won't delay Gaganyaan mission: ISRO chief
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman V Narayanan has denied any possible delay in the much-anticipated Gaganyaan mission due to the recent failure of a Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) rocket.
Why virtual pets are becoming popular in India
As urban loneliness continues to rise, many Indians are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) virtual pets for companionship.
NVIDIA to take on Intel with 8 new Arm laptops
NVIDIA is gearing up to take on Intel and AMD in the Windows laptop market by launching a series of machines powered by its own Arm chips.