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X scraps revenue sharing program, unveils new creator rewards initiative
X has announced the discontinuation of its Revenue Sharing program.
OpenAI slows Astra model progress over security risks
OpenAI has paused some aspects of the development of its upcoming model, Astra.
Bengaluru start-up unveils SpaceX-like rocket engine 'Everest'
Bengaluru-based start-up Astrobase Space Technologies has unveiled Everest, India's first fully integrated and ready-to-test full-flow staged combustion (FFSC) rocket engine.
Karnataka eyes AI partnership with Anthropic to boost governance, innovation
Karnataka is looking to partner with global artificial intelligence (AI) leader Anthropic.
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon completes his first-ever spacewalk
NASA astronauts Anil Menon and Jessica Meir have successfully completed a spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS).
Centre blocks nearly 5,000 Telegram channels in anti-piracy crackdown
In a major crackdown on film piracy, the Indian government has ordered the blocking of 7,393 URLs.
Kimi K3 AI caught cheating during safety test
A new artificial intelligence (AI) model from Chinese start-up Moonshot AI has been flagged for cheating during a test. The incident was reported by US-based start-up Frontier Security.
Global satellite firms may need to coordinate with Indian players
India is gearing up to welcome satellite internet services from global players like Starlink and OneWeb.
WhatsApp begins age checks in India
Meta-owned WhatsApp is testing a new feature that allows Indian users to add their date of birth.
Netflix subscribers to get early-access to next GTA 6 trailer
In a unique move, Rockstar Games has partnered with Netflix to give subscribers an exclusive early look at the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6).
Samsung's new 200MP camera sensor can capture 16-bit RAW photos
Samsung has unveiled its latest flagship mobile image sensor, the ISOCELL HPC.
ByteDance developing AI model with 10 trillion parameters
ByteDance is said to be developing an artificial intelligence (AI) model with a whopping 10 trillion parameters.
Xiaomi brings Mijia smart home brand to India
Xiaomi is bringing its global smart home sub-brand, Mijia, to India.
Google Wallet gets new parental controls for kids' spending
Google has announced a new feature in its digital wallet service, Google Wallet, aimed at helping parents teach their children healthy financial habits.
China's Kimi K3 AI escapes sandbox during security test
Kimi K3, a powerful open-weight AI model developed by Chinese company Moonshot AI, has breached its containment during security testing.
Chinese-linked LightSpy spyware expands to 13 countries, say researchers
Cybersecurity experts have discovered that LightSpy, a sophisticated spyware previously associated with Chinese state-sponsored hackers, has expanded its reach to 13 countries including the US.
Apple increases trade-in values for several devices: Check latest offers
Apple has increased its trade-in values for a range of devices including iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and select Android phones.
Cybercriminals hack US financial firms using voice phishing: Google report
Cybercriminals are using a simple yet effective technique of voice phishing, or "vishing," to hack into major US financial and investment firms.
AMD to acquire chip start-up Taalas in challenge to NVIDIA
In a strategic move to challenge NVIDIA's stronghold in the AI hardware market, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) said on Thursday it would buy Taalas, an innovative AI chip start-up.
Scientists use AI to create viruses never seen in nature
In a groundbreaking development, US researchers have successfully used artificial intelligence (AI) to design fully functional viruses that can replicate in a laboratory.
ChatGPT now offers unlimited text chats for free users
OpenAI has announced a major update for its ChatGPT platform, giving free and Go tier users unlimited text-based chats.
Google open-sources AI model designed for earlier hurricane warnings
Google DeepMind and Google Research have developed an advanced weather prediction model, WeatherNext, to improve cyclone warnings.
Meta fined $567M over harms to children's mental health
A US judge has ordered social media giant Meta to pay $567 million for failing to warn the public about the dangers its platforms pose to children.
OpenAI's next hardware could be a doughnut-shaped smart speaker
OpenAI is gearing up to launch its new hardware product, a ChatGPT-powered smart speaker, by 2027.
Google Maps can now order food, book hotels for you
Google has announced a major update for its "Ask Maps" feature in Google Maps.
Vaccine wastage might become a thing of the past soon
UK scientists have successfully tested "fridge-free" vaccines on patients, a major breakthrough in the field of immunization.
Are submarine cables carrying global data vulnerable to drone attacks?
Chinese military researchers have warned that the underwater cables, which are critical to the global digital economy, are increasingly vulnerable to low-cost drone attacks.
Samsung offering up to ₹19,470 cashback on AI home appliances
Samsung India has launched its Independence Day campaign, 'The Big Bespoke AI Fest.'
MIT's new robot can both fly and swim
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has unveiled a revolutionary new robot that can both fly and swim.
OpenAI researcher leaves to build mind-reading AI startup
Naomi Bashkansky, a former alignment researcher at OpenAI, has announced her departure from the company. She has joined Conduit as a founding researcher.
Google Maps will show accident-prone roads to commuters in Delhi
Delhi Traffic Police has partnered with Google India and MapMyIndia to improve road safety in the national capital.
This is the most detailed look at the Sun ever
The Inouye Solar Telescope, the world's most powerful solar telescope, has captured unprecedented images of our Sun.
These gene-edited beagles will not trigger your allergies
In a groundbreaking development, scientists have successfully created two hypoallergenic beagles through gene editing.
These midlife health factors might delay dementia by 13 years
A recent study has found three midlife health factors that could help delay dementia by nearly 13 years.
Ebola outbreak spreading faster than containment efforts, says WHO chief
The World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm over the world's fastest-growing Ebola outbreak.
Scientists detect 'spectral lines' after SpaceX rocket hits Moon
The European Southern Observatory's (ESO) Very Large Telescope in Chile recorded evidence of a SpaceX rocket fragment crashing into the moon at 8,690 km/h.
Jeff Dean, Google's 30th employee, departs after 27 years
Jeff Dean, Google's 30th employee and chief scientist, has announced his departure from the tech giant after a long 27-year tenure.
China's DeepSeek plans significant price increase for AI services
DeepSeek, a leading player in the Chinese tech industry, has announced plans to significantly increase the prices of its artificial intelligence (AI) services.
Disney gives TikTok creators access to Marvel, Star Wars
The Walt Disney Company has announced a partnership with TikTok, aimed at bringing an extensive collection of Disney-centric fan-created content to the Verts video feed on Disney+.
Meta's AI model hacked another company during security testing
Meta has confirmed that one of its artificial intelligence (AI) models compromised another company's systems during a cybersecurity evaluation.