Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: News
Google's 'Sophie' is an AI agent trying to look human
Google has showcased a new artificial intelligence (AI) avatar, Sophie, in its Mountain View labs.
Google launches $100 'AI Ultra' plan: What does it offer?
Google has announced a major overhaul of its AI subscription plans, including the introduction of a new tier and a price cut for the most expensive one.
Google Antigravity 2.0 agentic coding app debuts: What has changed?
Google has launched the second version of its agentic coding app, Antigravity 2.0.
Google's new 'Universal Cart' will make your online shopping easier
Google has launched a new tool called Universal Cart, designed to simplify online shopping.
Google's Circle to Search can now detect AI-generated images
Google is expanding its artificial intelligence (AI) detection capabilities with the update of SynthID, its proprietary watermarking system.
Google Search gets its biggest makeover since its inception
Google has announced a major overhaul of its Search platform, introducing an AI-powered "intelligent search box." This is the biggest change to the platform since its launch over 25 years ago.
Google launches AI design app 'Pics' to challenge Canva
Google has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) design and image generation app called 'Pics.'
Google AI Studio now lets you create apps in minutes
Google has announced a major update to its web-based AI Studio, giving users the ability to create native Android apps in just a few minutes.
Google unveils Gemini 3.5 Flash, Omni, and Spark AI
At the Google I/O 2026 event, the tech giant has unveiled a slew of updates to its Gemini model family.
Google is adding AI chat features to Gmail, Docs, Keep
Google is enhancing its Gmail, Docs, and Keep services with new conversational features in the form of Live.
YouTube gets a feature similar to Google Search's AI Mode
YouTube has introduced a new feature called "Ask YouTube," which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help users find specific content on the platform.
Why do people fear AI? Sridhar Vembu has an idea
Sridhar Vembu, the CEO of Zoho Corporation, has sounded an alarm over the global economy.
AI replicas of Gandhi and Mandela will rule this island
A Philippine island is set to be governed by artificial intelligence (AI) bots modeled after iconic leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela.
Google and Blackstone plan to launch an AI cloud company
Tech giant Google and investment firm Blackstone are teaming up to launch a new artificial intelligence (AI) cloud company.
StoryWeave: The AI app for writing stories together
StoryWeave is an AI app for collaborative storytelling. You can add multiple users, and AI will keep the story coherent.
Why Steven Soderbergh used AI in the John Lennon documentary
Acclaimed Hollywood director SteveSteven Soderberghn Soderbergh has employed artificial intelligence (AI) to create visual representations of philosophical discussions in his documentary, John Lennon: The Last Interview.
Pope, Anthropic co-founder to release an encyclical on AI
Pope Leo XIV will release his first-ever encyclical on May 25.
How to apply Instagram's Lofi Dusk filter in your Stories
Instagram has a new AI-powered visual effect filter called Lofi Dusk.
UK data centers are turning to gas for electricity generation
More than 100 new data centers in the UK are planning to use gas as a source of electricity generation, some even on a permanent basis.
HSBC to lend $4B to these Chinese companies
HSBC has announced a new $4 billion credit facility to support Chinese companies in sustainable and transitional technology.
Mutual funds' tech allocation at 8-year low: What's the reason
Mutual funds have slashed their investment in the technology sector to an eight-year low of 6.7% in April 2026, a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services has shown.
How AI will reshape the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be one of the major tournaments to use artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
CEOs cutting entry-level hiring as AI increasingly handles routine work
A recent global survey has revealed a major shift in hiring practices among CEOs, with many now preferring experienced professionals over entry-level candidates.
Stop coding like before, the era is over: Ex-Google CEO
Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, has declared that the era of traditional coding is over.
Research repository ArXiv to ban authors misusing AI in papers
ArXiv, the popular open-access repository for preprint research papers, is tightening its grip on the reckless use of large language models (LLMs) in scientific publications.
Malta to offer 1-year ChatGPT Plus subscription for free
Malta is set to become the first country in the world to provide its residents with a free year-long subscription of ChatGPT Plus.
YouTube expands AI deepfake detection tool to all adult users
YouTube has announced the expansion of its artificial intelligence (AI) likeness detection program to all adult users.
AI-induced layoffs cross 1.3L mark! These jobs are still safe
The year 2026 has witnessed a staggering number of layoffs in the tech industry, with over 1.28 lakh workers losing their jobs across 286 separate events.
UK warns AI models could amplify cyber threats
The UK finance ministry, Bank of England (BoE), and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have warned British companies to prepare for the risks posed by new artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Rupee hits record-low against dollar, crosses 96 for first time
The Indian rupee has hit a record low against the US dollar, crossing the 96 mark for the first time.
Ankur Warikoo closes his ₹100cr courses business
Popular entrepreneur and content creator Ankur Warikoo has announced the closure of his highly successful courses business.
AGI could arrive by 2028: Anthropic
Anthropic has predicted that Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) could be achieved by 2028.
Rana Daggubati calls AI a tool for 'creativity,' 'efficiency'
Actor-producer Rana Daggubati, known for his work in films like Baahubali, has shared his thoughts on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on cinema.
Cate Blanchett launches non-profit to protect people's rights against AI
Actor Cate Blanchett has co-founded a new non-profit organization, RSL Media, dedicated to creating a human consent framework for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in creative work.
Karnataka hires almost 30% of India's AI GCC talent
Karnataka is leading India's global capability center (GCC) talent market, contributing nearly 30% of the country's artificial intelligence (AI)-related GCC hiring.
Demi Moore weighs in on AI use in Hollywood
Hollywood actor Demi Moore recently spoke about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the film industry.
Android Auto now comes with immersive maps, Gemini AI assistance
Google has announced a major update for Android Auto.
Agentic AI to vibe-coded widgets: What's new in Android
Google has announced a range of new AI capabilities for Android, under the Gemini Intelligence brand.
Mira Murati's AI start-up unveils model built for real-time interactions
Thinking Machines Lab, an artificial intelligence start-up founded by Mira Murati, has unveiled a new category of AI systems called "interaction models."
GitLab announces layoffs to go all-in on AI agents
GitLab, a leading software development platform, has announced plans to lay off employees as part of a major restructuring effort.
'Moving toward bigger goals': Shakun Batra backs AI in filmmaking
Shakun Batra, the acclaimed director of Kapoor & Sons (2016), has revealed how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the Indian entertainment industry.
'Originality comes from people...': 'Khana Dil Se' producer defends AI
Filmmaker Hansal Mehta is making a comeback to the world of cooking shows with Khana Dil Se, almost 26 years after his stint on Khana Khazana.
macOS 27 to refine 'Liquid Glass' design
Apple is gearing up to release a 'slight redesign' for its next version of macOS, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Meta goes all-in on AI and employees are not happy
Meta, the tech giant led by Mark Zuckerberg, is facing backlash from its employees over a new artificial intelligence (AI) tracking program.
How Chinese developers are getting access to foreign AI models
A thriving gray market of API relay platforms is enabling Chinese developers to bypass restrictions and access top-tier foreign artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Anthropic and Akamai ink a computing deal worth $1.8B
Artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Anthropic has signed a major computing deal worth $1.8 billion with Akamai Technologies.
This AI-developed catalyst can turn wastewater into fertilizer
A team of scientists in China has developed a revolutionary catalyst that can convert nitrate pollution from agricultural and industrial wastewater into ammonia.
Google miscalculated carbon emissions of data centers in UK
Google's developers have grossly miscalculated the carbon emissions of two planned artificial intelligence (AI) data centers in the United Kingdom, documents reviewed by The Guardian revealed.
NVIDIA commits $40B to equity AI deals in 2026
NVIDIA, the leading chipmaker, has invested over $40 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) companies this year.
Why is the Indian stock market underperforming?
Motilal Oswal Financial Services has said in its latest strategy report that India's underperformance against major global markets is mainly due to the global artificial intelligence (AI) rally, and not a weakness in the domestic economy.
India's mining sector can generate 25M jobs by 2047
India's mining sector could add $500 billion to the economy and generate up to 25 million jobs by 2047, a report has said.
Google's Isomorphic Labs plans to raise more than $2B
Isomorphic Labs, the artificial intelligence (AI) drug discovery start-up spun out of Alphabet Inc's Google DeepMind, is in advanced talks to raise over $2 billion in a new funding round.
Golden Globes rules: Submissions can use AI, but conditions apply
The Golden Globes have announced new rules for the Golden Globes, which will take place in January 2027.
Cloudflare lays off over 1,100 employees amid AI-led restructuring
Cloudflare, a leading cybersecurity company, has announced the layoff of over 1,100 employees worldwide.
GoKwik launches AI-based shipping platform for D2C brands
GoKwik has launched Kwik Ship, an innovative artificial intelligence (AI)-driven shipping and logistics platform. The new service is specifically designed for direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands.
Just 10 minutes of AI use can weaken problem-solving: Study
A new study from researchers at Carnegie Mellon, MIT, Oxford, and UCLA has revealed that using AI chatbots for even a short period of time can have a negative impact on our cognitive abilities.