Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: News
AI now school subject in China. Is it good idea?
In a bid to equip students with the skills needed for the future, China has made artificial intelligence (AI) a part of its school curriculum.
Memory chip maker SK Hynix posts record $13.5B Q4 profit
SK Hynix, a leading South Korean semiconductor manufacturer and NVIDIA supplier, has reported a record-breaking quarterly profit.
'AI risks approaching fast': Anthropic CEO demands urgent global action
Dario Amodei, the CEO and co-founder of AI start-up Anthropic, has warned that humanity is entering a phase of artificial intelligence (AI) development that will "test who we are as a species."
Yahoo enters AI search race with Scout: How to use
Yahoo has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool, "Scout," to take on Google's AI Mode and other competitors like Perplexity and ChatGPT's real-time search feature.
India's AI start-up founders head to US chasing capital, talent
Over 100 Indian artificial intelligence (AI) start-up founders have relocated or are planning to relocate to the United States. The move is mainly due to better access to customers, capital, and advanced AI ecosystems.
Pinterest to lay off 15% of workforce amid AI push
Pinterest has announced plans to lay off less around 15% of its global workforce as part of a major restructuring effort.
Google is making your search experience more conversational
Google is enhancing its search experience by integrating a conversational element into the process.
'Doomsday Clock' edges closer to catastrophe amid global risks
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has moved its "Doomsday Clock" closer to midnight, now standing at 85 seconds. The clock symbolizes how close humanity is to global catastrophe.
Google Photos now lets you choose how to animate images
Google has updated its Photos app, giving users more control over the way they can turn still images into short videos.
Swiggy now lets you order food, groceries via ChatGPT
Swiggy has unveiled a game-changing feature that will revolutionize the way Indians order food and groceries.
This AI app can identify dinosaur footprints with 90% accuracy
A team of researchers has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) app, DinoTracker, that can analyze dinosaur footprints.
'Ranabaali' director responds to AI allegations
The first look of the upcoming period drama Ranabaali, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles, was released on Republic Day.
What is Clawdbot, the latest sensation in AI space
Clawdbot, an open-source AI assistant, is taking the tech world by storm. The tool lets users run an AI agent on their own computers, acting as a digital butler of sorts.
Microsoft's Maia 200 takes on Google, Amazon's AI chips
Microsoft has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence (AI) chip, the Maia 200.
Grok AI mistranslates PM Modi's Maldives post, adds 'anti-India campaigns'
A recent incident on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) has sparked controversy after Grok, its AI assistant, misinterpreted a diplomatic message by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
AI boom helps tiny island earn millions from domain sales
The British Overseas Territory of Anguilla is reaping the benefits of a digital gold rush, thanks to its ".ai" top-level domain.
WhatsApp will let you choose Meta AI's 'thinking mode' soon
WhatsApp is working on a new feature to enhance the user experience of its Meta AI.
AI to add $607B to India's economy by 2035: PwC
A recent report by PwC has predicted that artificial intelligence (AI) will contribute around $607 billion to India's economy by 2035.
Alfred Hitchcock's 'The Lodger' turned into vertical microdrama
Alfred Hitchcock's 1927 silent film The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog has been reimagined as a microdrama.
You can now train AI models without using real-world data
Researchers from Tsinghua University and Microsoft have created a synthetic data pipeline for training artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Apple's new Gemini-powered Siri is coming next month
Apple is gearing up to unveil an upgraded version of its virtual assistant, Siri, in the second half of February.
Global economy to slow down in 2026, says WEF report
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released its latest Chief Economists' Outlook, predicting a tough year for the global economy in 2026.
People trust AI over doctors for medical advice, MIT study
A recent study by researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has found that people trust medical advice from artificial intelligence (AI) more than that from human doctors.
Republic Day 2026: Delhi Police to use AI-enabled smart glasses
In a major technological advancement, the Delhi Police will use AI-enabled smart glasses during the 77th Republic Day Parade on January 26.
Why virtual pets are becoming popular in India
As urban loneliness continues to rise, many Indians are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) virtual pets for companionship.
Google Photos's new feature lets you create personalized memes
Google has introduced a new feature in its Photos app, allowing users to create personalized memes using artificial intelligence (AI).
Google acquires voice start-up Hume AI to enhance Gemini
Google DeepMind has signed a licensing deal with Hume AI, licensing its emotion-sensing voice technology and top talent.
AI could surpass human intelligence by 2031, warns Musk
Elon Musk has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could surpass the combined intelligence of humanity within the next decade.
AI 'bot swarms' could be used to sway voters
A group of leading artificial intelligence (AI) and misinformation experts have warned that political leaders could soon use swarms of human-like AI agents to manipulate public opinion.
'Stealing our work...': Scarlett Johansson-Cate Blanchett sign anti-AI campaign
Over 700 artists, writers, and creators, including actors Scarlett Johansson, Cate Blanchett, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, have come together to launch a new anti-AI campaign.
How AI data center boom is threatening auto supply chains
The automotive industry is facing a new threat to its supply chain, thanks to the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers.
Anthropic CEO warns AI may replace software engineers within year
Dario Amodei, the CEO and co-founder of Anthropic, has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could soon replace most software engineers.
South Korea rolls out landmark AI rules
South Korea has enacted a landmark set of comprehensive laws to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), which it claims to be the first of its kind globally.
First AI models from Meta's Superintelligence Lab out internally
Meta Platforms's newly established artificial intelligence (AI) lab, the Meta Superintelligence Labs, has successfully delivered its first set of high-profile AI models.
You can now turn PDFs into presentations using Adobe Acrobat
Adobe has introduced two new artificial intelligence (AI) features for its Acrobat software, aimed at enhancing the user experience.
Microsoft-OpenAI deal: How defining alliance of AI took place
The relationship between Microsoft and OpenAI has been a major factor in the latter's cloud strategy.
AI infrastructure investments in India to exceed $150B by 2026
India is set to witness a massive surge in investments for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, with the total expected to exceed $150 billion by the end of 2026.
Trump's wealth hit $6.8B in 2025: Where did he invest?
Donald Trump's wealth is estimated at $6.8 billion in 2025, according to Bloomberg, remaining similar to the previous year.
Why Anthropic's CEO slammed NVIDIA and AMD at WEF
Dario Amodei, the CEO of AI research company Anthropic, has criticized the US government for allowing the sale of high-performance NVIDIA and AMD chips to China.
'All bulls t': Chris Pratt isn't worried about AI actors
Hollywood actor Chris Pratt recently dismissed the panic over artificial intelligence (AI) performers like Tilly Norwood.