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16 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle's AI that told people to eat rocks goes global
Google is extending its AI Overviews feature, which provides concise answers to complex web queries, to six additional countries.
16 Aug 2024
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)ISRO's SSLV completes mission, places Earth-observing satellite into orbit
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched its third and final developmental flight of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV).
16 Aug 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft halts intrusive Windows 11 upgrade prompts
Microsoft has decided to stop its aggressive campaign urging Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11.
16 Aug 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningGeekbench's new tool reveals how well your device handles AI
Geekbench, a renowned benchmarking utility, has introduced a new cross-platform tool named Geekbench AI.
16 Aug 2024
Grand Theft AutoAnnounced in 2021, Meta's most awaited VR game delayed indefinitely
Meta has announced an indefinite pause on the development of the virtual reality (VR) version of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas for its Quest platform.
15 Aug 2024
Bhavish AggarwalOla's Krutrim to launch 'India's first AI chip' by 2026
Krutrim, the artificial intelligence (AI) division of Ola, has announced its ambitious plan to manufacture a series of chips named Bodhi for AI, Sarv for General Compute, and Ojas for Edge.
15 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle, Harvard create the most detailed map of human brain
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Harvard biologists and Google have created the most comprehensive map of human brain connections ever seen.
15 Aug 2024
Bhavish AggarwalWhat is Ola Bharat Cell?
Ola Electric has unveiled its innovative battery technology, called 'Bharat Cell.'
15 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle Assistant might soon hold your calls for you
Google is reportedly developing a new feature for its Phone app that could allow users to put incoming calls on hold, according to Android Authority.
15 Aug 2024
SamsungThis is how Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will look like
Samsung is reportedly planning a significant design change for its upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra.
15 Aug 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningArtists claim significant victory in copyright lawsuit against AI companies
A group of artists have claimed a significant victory in their class-action lawsuit against leading AI image generator companies.
15 Aug 2024
OlaOla integrates Krutrim AI into its EVs, cab services
Ola has announced the integration of Krutrim AI, an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, into its electric scooters and cab services.
15 Aug 2024
ChatGPT'Zero filters': Musk's AI chatbot generates violent depictions, child pornography
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Grok, has introduced a new image generation feature that lacks many of the standard safety measures found in the AI industry.
15 Aug 2024
ScotlandScientists solve the mystery behind Stonehenge's strangest rock
A groundbreaking study published in the journal Nature has revealed that the Altar Stone, the largest among the inner circle of "bluestones" at Stonehenge, originated from the north east corner of Scotland.
15 Aug 2024
GitHubMicrosoft's GitHub reverses database changes after disrupting its services
GitHub, the renowned code-hosting platform owned by Microsoft, experienced a worldwide service disruption recently.
15 Aug 2024
GoogleDid Google censor Eric Schmidt? Ex-CEO's controversial video suddenly disappears
A video featuring Google's former CEO Eric Schmidt criticizing the tech giant's remote work policy, has disappeared.
15 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle Gemini can now perform your smart home routines
Google has been actively promoting its new AI chatbot, Gemini, across various platforms and services.
15 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle Meet will let you send in-call messages, emoji reactions
Google Meet, the popular video calling platform, is set to receive a significant update in the coming weeks.
15 Aug 2024
AppleGoodbye VAR! AI-powered iPhones to detect offside in EPL
The English Premier League (EPL) is set to revolutionize its offside decision-making process by incorporating technology from Genius Sports.
15 Aug 2024
GoogleAI start-ups can steal IP, clean up later: Ex-Google CEO
Google's former CEO Eric Schmidt has sparked controversy with his recent remarks about intellectual property (IP) theft.
15 Aug 2024
Stanford UniversityHumans age dramatically in two bursts: At 44 and 60
A groundbreaking study has discovered that human aging is not a gradual process, but occurs in at least two accelerated bursts.
15 Aug 2024
AppleApple expands NFC access to third-party developer
Apple has announced plans to extend Near-Field Communication (NFC) access beyond the European Union, enabling tap-to-pay functions in the US and other regions.
15 Aug 2024
NeuralinkBrain tech breakthrough, AI help ALS patient regain his voice
Casey Harrell, a 46-year-old climate activist, has been battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) for the past four years.
15 Aug 2024
InstagramInstagram failed to curb hate speech against female politicians: Report
Meta's social media platform, Instagram, has been criticized for its failure to remove abusive comments directed at female politicians in the US.
15 Aug 2024
TelegramTelegram introduces new ways for creators to make money
Telegram has introduced new ways for content creators to monetize their work on the platform.
15 Aug 2024
AppleApple's next big thing? A robot with iPad-like display
Apple is reportedly developing a new product that combines an iPad-style display with a robotic arm.
15 Aug 2024
GoogleIranian hackers targeted Trump and Harris's presidential campaigns, reveals Google
Google's Threat Analysis Group has identified a single Iranian hacker group, known as APT42, responsible for cyberattacks on both Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns in the US.
15 Aug 2024
AndroidX introduces passkey logins for Android users: How it works
X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter, has launched support for passkeys on its Android application.
14 Aug 2024
MicrosoftWindows 11 to get BitLocker device encryption by default
Microsoft is set to make BitLocker device encryption a standard feature, in its upcoming major update for Windows 11.
14 Aug 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningThis free AI tool lets you become anyone during video-calls
Deep-Live-Cam, a new software package, is gaining significant traction on social media due to its unique face-swapping capabilities.
14 Aug 2024
France2024 Paris Olympics: Over 140 cyberattacks target government, telecom networks
The 2024 Paris Olympics has been the target of over 140 cyberattacks, as reported by French authorities.
14 Aug 2024
GooglePixel 8 Pro's 10-month wait for Zoom Enhance feature ends
Google has finally released its AI-powered feature, Zoom Enhance, for the Pixel 8 Pro smartphone.
14 Aug 2024
AppleSpotify now shows in-app pricing to iPhone users in EU
Apple has finally approved Spotify's application to display in-app pricing information, for iPhone users in the European Union.
14 Aug 2024
Realme0-100% in 5-minutes! Realme unveils 320W smartphone charging tech
Realme has unveiled its revolutionary 320W SuperSonic Charge technology, setting a new global standard for smartphone charging speed.
14 Aug 2024
GoogleHow Google's Pixel 9 makes SOS calls via satellite
Google has introduced its latest flagship smartphone range, the Pixel 9 series, ofering a host of AI features, premium hardware, and a refreshed design.
14 Aug 2024
NASAStuck in space, Sunita Williams undergoes NASA's hearing test
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, who is stranded on the International Space Station, underwent a standard hearing test yesterday, as confirmed by the US space agency.
14 Aug 2024
XFormer X employee wins ₹5 crore in unfair dismissal case
Gary Rooney, a former senior employee at X's European headquarters in Ireland, has been awarded a record €550,000 (around ₹5 crore) for unfair dismissal.
14 Aug 2024
GooglePixel Screenshots app: How AI makes your messy screenshots smarter
For years now, screenshots have resided in our Photos app, often lost amidst selfies and other images.
14 Aug 2024
Elon MuskxAI's Grok model can now generate pictures on X
Elon Musk's firm, xAI, has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence (AI) models, Grok-2 and Grok-2 mini.
14 Aug 2024
GoogleEvery time Google dinged Apple at 'Made by Google' event
Google held its annual 'Made by Google' event at its headquarters in Mountain View, California yesterday.
