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Fibr AI raises $5.7 million to make websites smarter with AI
Accel leads a $5.7 million seed round for Fibr AI, an AI startup transforming static websites into personalized experiences for each visitor.
This website lets AI agents hire humans for physical tasks
A cryptocurrency engineer, Alexander Liteplo, has launched RentAHuman.ai, a platform that enables AI agents to hire humans for performing physical tasks.
IMD's weather forecasts have become much more accurate in recent years
India's severe weather forecast accuracy has seen a significant increase of 30-40% over the past decade, according to the Indian Government.
NVIDIA's Huang says AI won't replace software companies
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang refutes the notion that artificial intelligence (AI) will render traditional software companies obsolete, calling it an illogical concept.
How plants heal cuts and regrow roots
Scientists at IISER Pune have discovered the cellular repair system that enables plants to heal wounds and regenerate, according to a recent study.
Why Gen Z is less intelligent than millennials
A recent study has shown that Generation Z (Gen Z) is the first generation to be less intelligent than its predecessor, the Millennials.
Most WhatsApp users get spam messages every day: Survey
A staggering 96% of WhatsApp users receive promotional or spam messages on a daily basis, a recent survey has revealed.
Google's Gemini AI now available for education in India
Google is partnering with the Indian government to introduce more Gemini AI tools in classrooms, emphasizing that these are aids for teachers, not replacements.
Antarctic ozone hole shrunk significantly last year: NASA
The Antarctic ozone hole has contracted to its smallest size since 2019, indicating effective international efforts towards Earth's atmospheric shield recovery.
Google Chrome's new AI feature handles your web tasks automatically
Google has launched a new feature, 'Auto Browse,' in its Chrome browser.
Google Maps may soon let you edit info using AI
Google Maps is reportedly developing an artificial intelligence feature, using Gemini, to simplify the process of editing listings by users.
OpenAI appoints new 'Head of Preparedness' amid legal challenges
OpenAI has appointed Dylan Scandrett as its new Head of Preparedness, a position dedicated to risk mitigation.
Meet Vandi Verma, Indian scientist leading NASA's AI-powered Mars exploration
In a landmark achievement for space exploration, NASA has successfully executed its first-ever AI-driven exploration of Mars. The historic mission was led by an Indian-origin scientist, Vandana 'Vandi' Verma.
Indians spend 102 hours a year identifying scams
A recent report by cybersecurity firm McAfee has revealed that Indians are spending an average of 102 hours a year trying to identify scams.
Following NVIDIA's footsteps, Intel to develop GPUs for AI, gaming
Intel has announced its plans to enter the graphics processing unit (GPU) market, a domain currently ruled by NVIDIA.
Microsoft's next-gen Xbox could launch in 2027: AMD
AMD has hinted that Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console could be launched as early as 2027.
Apple integrates OpenAI, Anthropic AI agents into Xcode
Apple has announced the integration of OpenAI and Anthropic's AI-powered coding agents into its Xcode development environment.
Adobe will not discontinue Animate after all
Adobe has decided not to go ahead with its plan to discontinue Adobe Animate on March 1.
Gemini in Chrome can now handle your multi-step tasks
Google Chrome's new 'auto browse' feature, powered by the Gemini 3 model, automates multi-step tasks for users. However, it remains vulnerable to prompt injection attacks.
Microsoft launches publisher content marketplace for AI training data
Microsoft has introduced the Publisher Content Marketplace (PCM), a platform that allows AI developers to license 'premium content' from publishers for training their models.
Microsoft is building content licensing marketplace for AI
Microsoft is developing a new platform called the Publisher Content Marketplace (PCM).
Microsoft's Copilot hits 15 million paid seats
Microsoft's artificial intelligence product, Copilot, is struggling with brand confusion and interoperability issues, leading to a decrease in user preference.
Fitbit founders launch Luffu, AI platform for family health monitoring
James Park and Eric Friedman, the co-founders of Fitbit who left Google two years ago, have launched a new health monitoring platform called Luffu.
Telangana's new Blaize partnership: AI, semiconductors, and fresh talent
California-based startup Blaize aims to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) in practical use cases such as traffic management and agriculture productivity in India.
Altman calls Moltbook, social network for AI bots, 'passing fad'
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has dismissed the viral AI social network Moltbook as a likely fad. However, he did express support for the underlying technology that allows bots to operate independently.
OpenAI appoints new head of preparedness
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has appointed Dylan Scandrett as the company's Head of Preparedness, a role focused on risk mitigation amid the development of advanced AI models.
NASA's Perseverance rover uses AI to drive across Mars
Vandi Verma, an Indian-origin roboticist, led NASA's first artificial intelligence-planned rover drives on Mars in December 2025.
NASA and US government to build nuclear reactor on Moon
Nasa and the US Department of Energy are collaborating to construct a nuclear reactor on the Moon, aiming to provide constant electricity for long-term missions.
FDA approves 1st eye drop that sharpens near vision
The US FDA has approved Yuvezzi, a first-of-its-kind dual-action eye drop developed by Tenpoint Therapeutics, to treat age-related near-sightedness.
Apple launches education hub in India to train supplier employees
Apple has launched its first education hub in India, located in Bengaluru, to provide skill-building and training programmes to supplier employees.
Gemini AI can now control your Android device
Google is developing a feature, codenamed Gemini, that will automate tasks such as placing orders and booking rides on Android devices.
Long-term exposure to air pollution linked to depression, anxiety
Long-term exposure to toxic fine particles (PM2.5) in the air can increase depression and anxiety risks, according to a nationwide study in India.
Waymo self-driving car hits child outside school, feds investigating
Waymo, Google's sister company, is set to defend its safety record before the US Senate Commerce Committee following an incident where a self-driving vehicle struck a child near a school.
Stroke survivors can benefit from training their healthy arm
A recent study reveals that training the less-impaired arm of chronic stroke patients can significantly improve their everyday hand function.
IIT-Delhi, AIIMS doctors perform remote ultrasound scans from Antarctica
A team at AIIMS Delhi recently conducted real-time ultrasound scans on volunteers located in Antarctica, using a telerobotic ultrasound system.
Why Musk's Grok is being probed by UK's privacy watchdog
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk's xAI chatbot, Grok.
India eyes 10% of $1.8T global space economy by 2035
India's space sector may capture 8-10% of the global space economy, estimated at $1.8 trillion, by 2035.
Switch is now Nintendo's highest selling gaming console
The Nintendo Switch has officially become the best-selling console in Nintendo's history, surpassing the lifetime sales of the popular Nintendo DS.
ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission to bring back Moon samples
India's next lunar mission, Chandrayaan-4, will attempt to return samples of Moon soil and rocks to Earth.
Are ultra-processed foods as harmful as cigarettes?
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) share characteristics with addictive substances and warrant regulation due to their potential for compulsive use, a new study has claimed.
NASA's Artemis II mission to be launched in March
NASA has officially delayed the launch of its crewed Artemis II mission from February to March 2026.
Notepad++ says Chinese hackers breached its update system
Notepad++, a popular text and source code editor, has revealed that its update system was hijacked in a targeted cyberattack.
Meta's Oakley Vanguard smart glasses debut in India at ₹52,300
Oakley and Meta have launched their latest smart glasses, the Oakley Meta Vanguard, in India.
SoftBank, Intel partner to develop next-gen memory for AI
Saimemory, a subsidiary of SoftBank, has partnered with Intel to develop next-gen memory technology.
WhatsApp to let channel admins create their own profiles
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow channel admins to create and display their own profiles.
You can soon block all AI features on Firefox
Mozilla has announced that its popular web browser, Firefox, will soon allow users to block all current and future generative artificial intelligence (AI) features.
Raspberry Pi's single-board computers have become costlier again
Raspberry Pi, the popular maker of single-board computers, has announced another price hike for its products. The decision comes just two months after the last increase.
OpenAI brings vibe coding to Macs with standalone Codex app
OpenAI has launched a dedicated Mac app for its AI coding agent, Codex.
'Exit India': SC warns Meta over WhatsApp's privacy policy
The Supreme Court of India has issued a strong warning to Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, over its data privacy practices.
Apple iPhone Fold leak reveals all-black camera plateau
Apple's first-ever foldable iPhone is expected to launch in September 2026. A recent leak from Chinese tipster named Instant Digital on Weibo has revealed some interesting design details about the highly anticipated device.
Leak fully reveals Sony's flagship WF-1000XM6 earbuds
Sony's highly anticipated flagship wireless earbuds, the WF-1000XM6, have been spotted on a retail site.
Adobe Animate is shutting down next month
Adobe has announced its decision to discontinue Adobe Animate, its popular 2D animation software.
After 2 consecutive failures, ISRO readies PSLV mission for June
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for another attempt to launch its workhorse rocket, the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), in June.
First-in-the-world: Japan drills rare earths from 6,000m-deep in Pacific Ocean
Japan has made a groundbreaking achievement in deep-sea resource exploration by successfully extracting rare earth-rich sediment from a depth of 6,000 meters in the Pacific Ocean.
This material just broke the 165-year-old law of thermodynamics
A team of researchers from Penn State University has made a groundbreaking discovery by violating Kirchhoff's 165-year-old law of thermal radiation.
Realme to launch iPhone Air-inspired smartphone in India
Realme is gearing up to launch its latest smartphone, the Realme 16 5G, in India.
Apple's first foldable may pack the largest iPhone battery ever
Apple's first-ever book-style foldable iPhone could come with a massive battery, according to popular leaker Fixed Focus Digital.
More AI tools now cite Grokipedia amid rising misinformation fears
xAI developed an AI-generated encyclopedia called Grokipedia, which is now being referenced by major AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and others.
Snapchat locks 415,000 under-16 accounts in Australia under new rules
Snapchat has disabled or locked over 415,000 accounts of Australian users identified as being under the age of 16, either through self-declaration or age detection technology.
AI Impact Summit 2026 explores India's vision for the future
The India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled for February 16-20, is a major event that brings together technology, leadership, and societal intent.
Is Apple working on Galaxy Z Flip rival?
Apple is said to be developing a new clamshell-style foldable smartphone.
How NASA will protect Artemis II astronauts from space radiation
NASA is gearing up for the Artemis II mission.
This tech can create frost in under 30 seconds!
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary cooling technology, capable of reducing the temperature of a liquid cooling medium from room temperature to sub-zero levels in under 30 seconds.
WhatsApp will soon offer you subscription plans for a price
WhatsApp is working on a new optional subscription plan that will give users access to exclusive premium features.
Pornhub blocks access in UK over age verification law
Pornhub, one of the world's leading adult content platforms, has started restricting access for users in the UK.
Indonesia lifts ban on Grok after X commits to compliance
Indonesia has lifted the ban on Elon Musk's Grok chatbot, allowing it to resume services in the country.
Union Budget 2026: Space department allocation up by around ₹290cr
The Indian government's allocation for the Department of Space in the Union Budget for 2026-27 has been increased by ₹289 crore, or just over 2%.
Scientists stunned as rare blue fungus resurfaces after 50 years
A rare species of blue fungus has been spotted on the Isle of Man for the first time in over 50 years.
Budget 2026: India to launch multilingual AI assistant for farmers
In her Budget 2026 speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the launch of Bharat Vistaar, a multilingual AI-powered tool.
Budget 2026: India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 announced with 40,000cr overlay
In her record-breaking ninth consecutive Budget presentation today, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman officially announced the next phase of India's technological evolution by launching India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0.
Apple check signed by Steve Jobs sells for whopping $2.4M
An Apple check signed by the company's co-founders, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, has fetched a staggering $2.4 million at an auction this week.
SpaceX wants to put 1M solar-powered data centers in space
SpaceX has filed a proposal with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to deploy as many as one million solar-powered satellites.
Google is working on 'Project EAT': What is it?
Google is working on an internal project, dubbed "Project EAT," to transform its workforce into one with advanced AI capabilities.
A molecule that hints at life's origins found in space
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have found the largest organic molecule containing sulfur in interstellar space.
Bluesky publishes 1st transparency report, logs 60% jump in userbase
Bluesky, the social media start-up that competes with X and Threads, has released its first-ever transparency report.
Anthropic's Cowork platform adds plug-ins to automate tasks
Anthropic, a leading AI research company, has announced the addition of a new feature to its Cowork platform.
Blue Origin pauses space tourism flights for lunar lander mission
Jeff Bezos's space venture, Blue Origin, has announced a two-year hiatus from its space tourism flights.
Instagram will soon let you leave someone's 'Close Friends' list
Instagram is working on a new feature that would let users remove themselves from someone else's "Close Friends" list.
Android 16 now on 7.5% devices: How other versions fared
Google has released the latest update on Android's distribution numbers, revealing that Android 16 is already running on 7.5% of devices.
Starlink can now use customer data for AI training
SpaceX has updated the Global Privacy Policy for its satellite internet service, Starlink.
AI agents are now using their own social media network
Moltbook, a social network for artificial intelligence (AI) agents, is making waves in the tech world.