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First stellar stream beyond Milky Way could decode dark matter
Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery by detecting the first-ever globular cluster stellar stream outside of our Milky Way galaxy.
ChatGPT down? Users report issues with chat, browser, and Codex
OpenAI's AI chatbot, ChatGPT, is facing a major outage today. According to Downdetector, the number of reports related to OpenAI has spiked significantly.
Apple seeks publisher deals to train Siri with news content
Apple is reportedly in talks with news publishers for new multiyear deals.
iPhone 18 reportedly delayed until next year
Apple's next-generation iPhone 18 is likely to skip its usual fall launch this year, according to a report by Economic Daily News.
US immigration officers may get electric gloves to force compliance
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is planning to spend up to $20 million on high-tech gloves that can deliver electric shocks.
Uber Freight probes alleged data breach
Uber Freight, the logistics subsidiary of ride-sharing giant Uber, has been targeted in a cyberattack and data breach by a hacking and extortion gang. The incident was first reported by Reuters.
OpenAI has secret email that lets staff reach Altman directly
OpenAI has an unconventional internal system, dubbed "friction," that allows employees to flag workplace issues directly to CEO Sam Altman and other top executives.
How Pixel Watch 5 can detect breathing emergencies
Google has unveiled its latest smartwatch, the Pixel Watch 5, at the Made by Google event in New York City. The new device comes with a host of upgrades including a new processor and improved memory.
How a Wikipedia edit made Google declare Sam Altman dead
In a major blunder, Google Search mistakenly reported the death of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.
How Twitch users can stop Amazon from using their content
Twitch, the popular streaming platform owned by Amazon, has announced that it will use content from its creators to train generative AI models.
Tesla to build $10B solar panel factory in Texas
Tesla is planning to set up a massive solar panel factory in Texas.
Meta's AI glasses face criminal complaint in Germany
A German advocacy group, HateAid, has filed a criminal complaint against Meta and other companies selling the tech giant's AI glasses.
Grok 4.6 challenges OpenAI, Anthropic's top AI models
SpaceXAI has launched its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, Grok 4.6. It is specifically designed for advanced coding and knowledge work.
Facebook launches standalone Creator Studio app
Facebook has officially launched its standalone Creator Studio app, an AI-powered platform designed to help content creators grow their audiences and engage with communities.
Chinese hackers use AI to launch autonomous attack on Taiwan
A group of Chinese hackers has reportedly used open-source artificial intelligence (AI) agents to launch a "near-autonomous" cyberattack on the Taiwanese government.
Claude users frustrated over new AI watermark policy
Anthropic, the company behind the AI chatbot Claude, has recently introduced a controversial new feature: watermarking.
Google's Tap to Share feature takes on Apple's AirDrop
Google has launched an upgraded version of its Quick Share feature, now called Tap to Share.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold gets Tensor G6 processor, 24-hour battery
Google has officially introduced its latest smartphone, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold.
Pixel Watch 5 arrives with Gemini support, insulin resistance tracking
Google has revealed its latest smartwatch, the Pixel Watch 5. The new model comes with a range of health-focused features and AI-powered assistance capabilities.
Meet Pixel Tag, Google's answer to Apple's AirTag
Google has introduced the Pixel Tag, a new device tracker that competes with Apple's AirTag.
Pixel 11 Pro, Pro XL are the brand's toughest phones
Google has launched its latest flagship smartphones, the Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL. The tech giant claims these are the most durable models in the Pixel lineup to date.
Pixel 11 debuts with Tensor G6 chip, 30-hour battery life
Google has introduced its latest smartphone, the Pixel 11.
Is AI use heating up Earth?
A new study has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) could be exacerbating climate change by increasing fossil fuel emissions.
NVIDIA is building open-source AI model with 1 trillion parameters
NVIDIA is said to be working on the next generation of its AI models, The Information reported.
China's hypersonic weapons can now use stars for navigation
China's hypersonic weapons have gained a new navigation capability: star-based guidance.
South Korea is targeting Moon landing by 2030
South Korea has unveiled an ambitious technology strategy, the "Seven Major SEED" initiative.
Someone set up fake Wi-Fi network on a Delta flight
A Delta flight from Las Vegas to Atlanta was recently the scene of a peculiar incident, when an unidentified passenger allegedly set up a fake Wi-Fi network.
X-rival Bluesky is losing active users
Bluesky, a decentralized social network that saw a massive influx of users from Elon Musk's X, following the US elections in November 2024, is now facing a decline in its user base.
Google Pixel 11 series launches today: How to watch event
Google is all set to unveil its latest Pixel smartphones at the Made by Google event today. The much-anticipated Pixel 11 series will take center stage.
A total solar eclipse is happening today
A total solar eclipse will occur today. However, it won't be visible from India.
Spotify to label AI artists with new badge
Spotify, the leading music streaming platform, has announced its plan to introduce an "AI Persona" badge in mid-September.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT app for Linux
OpenAI has launched a dedicated desktop application for its popular AI chatbot, ChatGPT.
Gemini hits 1B users, becomes Google's fastest-growing product
Google's Gemini app has hit the one billion monthly active users milestone, making it one of the company's fastest-growing products.
Bumble now lets men message first
Bumble, the popular dating app, has announced a major change in its messaging policy.
SpaceXAI launches Grok Bot, an AI agent that works 24/7
SpaceXAI and Cursor have announced the launch of Grok Bot, a new artificial intelligence (AI) agent app.
OpenAI sees another top-level exit as COO Brad Lightcap leaves
Brad Lightcap, one of the longest-serving executives at OpenAI, has announced his departure from the company.
Sarvam AI's Indic DiarBench is here: How it helps developers
Sarvam AI has launched Indic DiarBench, an open benchmark dataset for automatic speech recognition (ASR) and speaker diarization across 22 Indian languages.
Why Chinese smartphone brands are losing market share in India
India's smartphone market is witnessing a contraction, with Chinese brands taking the biggest hit.
Google Pixel 11 lineup launches tomorrow: What to expect
Google is all set to expand its hardware portfolio with the launch of the Pixel 11 series.
Watch: China's Long March 7A rocket explodes seconds after launch
China's Long March 7A rocket, a key player in the country's space program, exploded soon after liftoff on Monday.