Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: News
AIIMS, Google join hands to develop AI-powered dermatology app
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) is working with tech giant Google to create an artificial intelligence (AI)-based dermatology app.
Why HCL has joined Microsoft's Discovery platform
HCL Technologies has announced its entry into Microsoft's Discovery, an advanced agentic AI platform.
Zhipu and MiniMax's latest AI models take on US giants
Chinese start-ups Zhipu AI and MiniMax have launched their latest flagship artificial intelligence (AI) models in a bid to become leading open-source AI systems suppliers.
Soon, AI-generated content will have to be labeled: IT Secretary
The Indian government is all set to introduce rules for mandatory labeling of AI-generated content.
Worrying: Robots can be taken over with just 1 word
A security vulnerability has been discovered in humanoid robots, which could allow malicious actors to take control of an entire army of these machines with a single word.
AI can learn anything humans can, says Google DeepMind CEO
Recent comments by Demis Hassabis, the CEO of Google DeepMind, and Yann LeCun (former AI chief at Meta), have sparked a debate on artificial intelligence (AI).
Salesforce scales back use of AI models over reliability concerns
Salesforce, a leading player in the enterprise software industry, is rethinking its reliance on large language models after encountering reliability issues in real-world business use.
19 minute video row: How AI clip falsely targeted influencers
Since last month, a 19-minute explicit video, reportedly created using artificial intelligence (AI), has been going viral on social media platforms. The clip as well as keywords like "19 minute viral video" have sparked controversy as several influencers have been wrongly implicated in the scandal.
HCL to buy business intelligence platform Jaspersoft for $240M
HCLSoftware, the software division of IT services giant HCLTech, has announced its plan to acquire business intelligence platform Jaspersoft from Cloud Software Group.
Google boosts AI data center power with $4.75B Intersect acquisition
Google's parent company, Alphabet, has announced its acquisition of clean energy developer Intersect Power for $4.75 billion in cash, plus the assumption of existing debt.
India ranks first in global 'AI Advantage' index
India has been ranked first in the global "AI Advantage" index with a score of 53 points, significantly higher than the world average of 34 points.
China's 'little NVIDIA' launches AI chips to rival US giants
Chinese chip designer Moore Threads Technology has launched a new range of products, including advanced chip architecture and artificial intelligence (AI) chips.
AI's next big leap will be in memory, not reasoning
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has said that the next major advancement in artificial intelligence (AI) will come from improved memory capabilities rather than enhanced reasoning skills.
India should lead in AI, but with empathy: Mukesh Ambani
Mukesh Ambani, the Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, has stressed on the need for India to become a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI).
This Chinese AI supercluster rivals platforms from NVIDIA, Huawei
Chinese supercomputer maker Sugon has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure for data centers.
This Chinese AI chip is 100x faster than NVIDIA's
In a major breakthrough, a team of Chinese scientists has unveiled an optical computing chip that is more than 100 times faster and energy-efficient than NVIDIA's leading AI hardware.
OpenAI seeks $100B in funding, eyeing $830B valuation
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is reportedly looking to raise up to $100 billion in a funding round. If successful, this could value the company at as much as $830 billion.
AI pioneer Yann LeCun launches new start-up, seeks $3.5B valuation
Yann LeCun, a prominent figure in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), has officially announced his latest venture: Advanced Machine Intelligence Labs (AMI Labs).
AI operates vending machine, gives PS5s and wine for free
In a bizarre turn of events, Anthropic's AI model Claude went rogue while managing a vending machine.
How AI is boosting emergency care across England's ambulance services
The South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb) is testing an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to improve efficiency and free up clinicians' time.
'Chiranjeevi Hanuman' gets 1st look; film to release in 2026
The first look of Chiranjeevi Hanuman - The Eternal, inspired by the legendary tale of Lord Hanuman, was unveiled recently.
Adobe sued for using copyrighted books to train AI models
Adobe, a leading software company, is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit for allegedly using pirated books to train its artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Google brings vibe-coding tool Opal into Gemini: How to use
Google has integrated its vibe-coding tool, Opal, into the Gemini web app. The move allows users to create their own custom apps or "Gems," as Google calls them.
Google's new AI model is cheaper and faster
Google has launched its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, Gemini 3 Flash, which will be the default option in the Gemini app and AI mode in search.
Xiaomi's new open-source AI model takes on OpenAI, DeepSeek
Xiaomi has launched an open-source artificial intelligence (AI) model, MiMo-V2-Flash.
AI backlash: Windows 11 will need consent before file access
Microsoft has confirmed that its latest operating system, Windows 11, will require user consent before allowing an AI agent to access files in specific folders.
'Deeply disturbing': Sreeleela condemns AI misuse, calls for responsible usage
Actor Sreeleela has joined the chorus of voices speaking against the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly the surge of AI-generated images and the spread of fake social media accounts.
AI chatbots get 33% of answers wrong, Google says
Google has released a stark evaluation of the reliability of modern AI chatbots, and the results are not reassuring.
India now world's largest market for AI model adoption
India has been recognized as the world's largest and most active market for large language model (LLM) adoption, a recent analysis by Bank of America (BofA) revealed.
Meta's AI glasses now help you hear people better
Meta has announced an update for its AI glasses, aimed at improving user experience in noisy environments.
You can now access Alexa+ via a website
Amazon has begun rolling out a dedicated website for its AI-powered voice assistant, Alexa.
Databricks secures $4B funding at $134B valuation amid AI boom
Databricks, a leading data intelligence firm, has raised over $4 billion in a Series L funding round.
This AI tool scans your face to offer health insights
Policybazaar for Business (PBFB) has launched AiSHA, an innovative AI-powered smart face scan and health assistant.
Google to invest $8M in AI research projects across India
Google has announced an investment of $8 million to strengthen India's artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem.
VC firm Lightspeed raises $9B to invest in new-age start-ups
Lightspeed Venture Partners, a leading global venture capital firm, has raised over $9 billion across six multi-stage funds.
This OpenAI-backed biotech company has raised $130M at $1.3B valuation
Chai Discovery, a biotech start-up backed by OpenAI, has raised $130 million in a Series B funding round at a $1.3 billion valuation.
Zoom's AI Companion 3.0 is here: What has changed?
Zoom has unveiled the latest version of its AI solution, Zoom AI Companion 3.0.
German start-up raises $41M to bring sound to AI-generated videos
Berlin-based AI start-up, Mirelo, has raised $41 million in a seed round led by Index Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz.
Cognizant's biggest cyber defense center now open in Bengaluru
Cognizant, a leading IT services company, has opened its largest Cyber Defense Center (CDC) in Bengaluru.
What is 'slop', Merriam-Webster's 2025 word of the year
Merriam-Webster has announced "slop" as its 2025 word of the year. The term refers to low-quality digital content, usually generated by artificial intelligence (AI).
Grok spreading misinformation about Bondi Beach mass shooting in Australia
Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, has been caught spreading misinformation about the recent mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Australia.
India becomes world's 3rd most competitive nation in AI
India has been ranked the third most competitive country in artificial intelligence (AI) by a report from Stanford University.
Parents ask New York governor to approve AI safety bill
Over 150 parents have urged New York Governor Kathy Hochul to sign the Responsible AI Safety and Education (RAISE) Act.
AI helps US start-up discover hidden geothermal energy reserve
Zanskar Geothermal & Minerals, a Utah-based start-up, has discovered a hidden geothermal energy source in the western Nevada desert.
AI data center boom could stall US infrastructure projects
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers is likely to impact the progress of road, bridge, and other infrastructure projects in the US.
GTA creator Dan Houser's debut novel warns of AI dangers
Dan Houser, the co-creator of the iconic Grand Theft Auto (GTA) video game series, has made his literary debut with a dystopian novel titled A Better Paradise.
AI hackers outperforming humans at a fraction of the cost
A recent study by Stanford University has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) can outperform human hackers in certain scenarios.
Trump's AI executive order could leave start-ups in legal limbo
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing federal agencies to challenge state laws on artificial intelligence (AI).
DDR5 memory prices jump 50%: Here's why
In a major development, Framework Computer has announced a 50% hike in the price of its DDR5 memory modules for the DIY Editions of its laptops.
Intel nears $1.6B acquisition of AI start-up SambaNova
Intel is reportedly close to acquiring artificial intelligence (AI) start-up SambaNova Systems in a deal worth $1.6 billion, including debt.
ChatGPT to get an 'adult mode' next year
OpenAI is gearing up to introduce an "adult mode" for its popular AI chatbot, ChatGPT. The feature is expected to debut in the first quarter of 2026.
Why Amazon Prime Video has pulled its AI-powered story recaps
Amazon Prime Video has temporarily pulled its AI-generated video recap of Fallout after viewers flagged major inaccuracies.
'Architects of AI' named TIME's 2025 person of the year
TIME magazine has named the "Architects of AI" its Person of the Year for 2025.
Rivian's AI assistant for EVs will debut next year
Rivian, the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has announced its plans to launch an in-house artificial intelligence (AI) assistant.
Why Disney has hit Google with a cease-and-desist letter
Disney has accused Google of "massive" copyright infringement, according to Variety.
Ram, Amita to helm India's 1st AI-driven musical drama
Filmmakers Amita Madhvani and Ram Madhvani have unveiled their first AI-powered musical IP, Mohini - Khud Se Pyaar.
Microsoft partners with TCS, Infosys, Wipro to boost AI adoption
Microsoft has announced a strategic partnership with leading IT services companies Cognizant, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Wipro.
Google AI Plus launched in India: What does it offer?
Google has launched its new subscription service, Google AI Plus, in India.