Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: News
This Chinese breakthrough might boost AI speed by 100 times
Chinese researchers have made a major breakthrough in artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
'Nonsense': Christopher Nolan doesn't think AI can replace human creativity
Christopher Nolan, the Oscar-winning director of Oppenheimer and The Dark Knight, recently spoke about artificial intelligence (AI) in an interview with AFP.
This popular song on the radio might be AI-generated
Josh Fawaz, an Australian music producer, has gone from obscurity to fame in just a few months.
Memory chip shortage to peak in 2027, warns SK Hynix
SK Hynix CEO Kwak Noh-jung has warned that the global memory chip market will face unprecedented supply shortages in 2027.
Apple's M7 Ultra chip to support 1.5TB RAM
Apple is said to be working on an advanced M7 Ultra chip for its Mac devices, according to a Bloomberg report.
India-focused equity funds have lost 60% foreign investment since 2024
Foreign investors have pulled out nearly 60% of their investments from India-focused equity funds, according to a report by Elara Capital.
Don't like AI? Don't use it: Instagram head to users
Instagram head Adam Mosseri has said that if users don't like artificial intelligence (AI), they shouldn't have it in their feed.
Indian AI start-ups raised $1B+ in first half of 2026
Indian artificial intelligence (AI) start-ups have raised over $1 billion in funding during the first half of 2026.
This free AI agent can do work of multiple scientists
A team of researchers from Stanford University has developed an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) agent, Biomni.
Christopher Nolan lauds Gen Z for 'utterly rejecting' AI
Acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan has expressed his skepticism about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Hollywood.
UAE can now easily get NVIDIA's AI chips
The United States has relaxed its export controls on the United Arab Emirates (UAE), making it easier for companies in the region to access advanced computing items.
Meta's data center may use electricity equal to 800,000 homes
Meta has announced plans to build a massive new data center in Alberta, Canada.
Google will tell you if ads were made with AI
Google is introducing a new feature that will let users know when an ad was created using artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
Microsoft layoffs: What employees will receive in severance
Microsoft has announced a major layoff, with plans to cut around 4,800 jobs or about 2.1% of its global workforce.
Mistral unveils AI model that navigates robots using single camera
French AI start-up Mistral has unveiled its first-ever model for embodied navigation, dubbed Robostral Navigate.
Allianz to cut 1,800 jobs amid AI push
Allianz, a leading global insurance and asset management company, has announced plans to cut up to 1,800 jobs in its travel insurance division.
Why Australian dock workers are seeking a 28-hour work week
Australian dock workers are demanding a 28-hour work week without any reduction in pay.
This AI chipmaker has raised $1B at $11B valuation
SambaNova Systems, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) chip company, has raised $1 billion in its Series F funding round.
Intangible investments touched record high in 2025: What's the reason?
The United Nations' World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has reported that the artificial intelligence (AI) boom has pushed investments in intangible assets to a record high.
Are AI companies taking 'existential' safety threats seriously?
A recent report by the Future of Life Institute, a US-based AI safety think tank, has raised concerns over the global artificial intelligence (AI) industry's ability to combat "existential" threats.
You can now get your hands on OpenAI's GPT-5.6 model
The US Department of Commerce has given the green light for a wider release of OpenAI's cutting-edge GPT-5.6 model.
Discord's AI moderation system might not be working after all
Discord has admitted to a major blunder in its AI moderation system, which has wrongfully banned over 8,000 users in the last two months.
Amazon plans $25B bond sale to fund AI investments
Amazon is planning to raise at least $25 billion by selling US dollar bonds.
China might curb access to its top AI models: Report
China is considering limiting access to its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, including unreleased ones.
Are AI tools altering meaning of your online messages?
A recent study by Oxford and Potsdam universities has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) tools are skewing online messages on sensitive political issues such as abortion and climate change.
AI actor Tilly locks her first feature film
Tilly Norwood, the AI actor who ignited a storm of controversy in Hollywood in late 2025, is set to star in her first feature film.
AI agent hacks systems without human help
In a major development, researchers have discovered an AI agent called JADEPUFFER capable of executing ransomware attacks on its own.
AI is moving too fast to regulate: UN chief
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has sounded the alarm over the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI).
Microsoft AI chief says medicine is AI's biggest market
Mustafa Suleyman, the CEO of Microsoft AI, has said that artificial intelligence (AI) is set to revolutionize healthcare. He believes that the technology will make high-quality medical guidance affordable and accessible to all.
Why AI companions are going offline in China
ByteDance's Doubao and Alibaba's Qwen, two of China's leading consumer-facing artificial intelligence (AI) apps, are disabling their humanlike AI custom agents.
How NHS plans to use AI in its app
The National Health Service (NHS) is set to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its app.
Korea will use AI windfall to set up growth fund
South Korea is setting up a "Future Response Fund" with the extra tax revenue from its booming semiconductor industry.
Why Australia is worried about doctors using AI scribes
The Australian Federal Health Department has raised alarms over the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) scribes by doctors.
India emerges as safe haven for investors amid AI frenzy
As the artificial intelligence (AI) frenzy continues to disrupt markets worldwide, the Nifty 50 Index is emerging as a safe haven for global investors.
Alibaba's new AI tool can discover superconducting materials
Alibaba Group's Damo Academy has unveiled a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) agent, Elements Claw, that specializes in discovering superconducting materials.
ByteDance's new breakthrough could keep current AI boom going
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has made a major discovery in artificial intelligence (AI).
'Kyunki Saas...': AI-generated Lord Krishna scene sparks backlash
Television producer Ektaa Kapoor has come under fire after the latest episode of her popular show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi featured an AI-generated scene with Lord Krishna.
India considers dedicated AI law
India is considering the introduction of a dedicated regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI).
French firms invited to invest in India's AI, clean-energy sectors
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has invited French businesses and investors to explore the vast opportunities India offers in artificial intelligence (AI), clean energy, healthcare, digital infrastructure, and financial services.
Meta's new vibe-coding app lets users build interactive games
Meta is working on a new app called Pocket, expanding its footprint in the gaming industry.
AWS CEO slams replacing entry-level tech jobs with AI
Amazon Web Services (AWS) CEO Matt Garman has strongly opposed the idea of using artificial intelligence (AI) to replace entry-level technology jobs.
Portugal launches open model amid Europe's AI sovereignty push
Portugal has launched 'Amalia,' its first-ever open-source artificial intelligence (AI) model.
SK Hynix announces $51B factory to meet AI memory demand
SK Hynix, a leading South Korean semiconductor manufacturer, has announced plans to invest 80 trillion won ($51.46 billion) into a new NAND memory chip production facility.
This AI platform can make video campaigns for you
Flipick, a Pune-based learning-technology company, has launched an innovative AI video platform.
Abu Dhabi-based MGX secures $49B for AI fund
Abu Dhabi-based MGX has raised a whopping $49 billion for one of the largest-ever funds dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI) investments.
Reliance Power shares up by 10% today: What's the reason?
Reliance Power's share price skyrocketed by over 10% to ₹27.45 apiece on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) today.
This emotional humanoid robot can become your personal companion
UBTech Robotics, the world's first publicly traded humanoid robot company, has unveiled a new consumer-focused robot.
OpenClaw now available as app on iOS and Android
OpenClaw, the open-source artificial intelligence (AI) assistant that took the world by storm earlier this year, has launched dedicated mobile applications for Android and iOS.
This is China's biggest AI model trained on local chips
Chinese food delivery giant Meituan has unveiled LongCat-2.0, the country's largest artificial intelligence (AI) model trained entirely on home-grown hardware.
Meta's new AI system can turn your thoughts into text
Meta has unveiled a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) system, Brain2Qwerty v2, that can convert brain activity into text without any surgical implants.
OpenAI's 1st hardware product is coming on July 15
OpenAI has teased a new hardware product, specifically designed for its AI coding assistant, Codex.
Cursor's new mobile app lets you code on the go
Cursor, the AI coding start-up recently acquired by SpaceX, has launched its first native iOS app.