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20 Aug 2024
Global Positioning System (GPS)Goodbye GPS! Quantum technology paves way for next-gen navigation
A significant breakthrough in quantum technology by Sandia National Labs could revolutionize navigation systems, eliminating the need for GPS satellites.
20 Aug 2024
Ministry of CommunicationsIndia's internet user base grows 8% YoY to 95.4 crore
India's number of internet subscribers has witnessed a significant surge, reaching 95.4 crore by March 2024, according to a report by the Ministry of Communications.
20 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp to allow users to message each other via usernames
WhatsApp is currently developing a username feature with PIN support, as part of its latest update via the Google Play Beta Program.
20 Aug 2024
LGWhy your TV is now a virtual billboard
The television industry is undergoing a shift, with companies focusing less on selling TV sets and more on generating recurring revenue from existing customers.
20 Aug 2024
UkraineUkraine's new robot dogs can dispose bombs on the battlefield
Ukraine has made a groundbreaking move by deploying robotic dogs on the battlefield, marking the first known use of such machines in combat.
20 Aug 2024
AndroidGoogle tests some controversial changes in its Android app
Google is reportedly planning to eliminate the dedicated search button from its Android app.
20 Aug 2024
AustraliaWhy Snapchat is opposing Australia's ban on users below 16
Snapchat has opposed the Australian government's proposal to increase the minimum age for social media usage from 13 to 16.
20 Aug 2024
Elon MuskTesla offering ₹4,000/hr to train its Optimus robots to walk
Elon Musk-owned Tesla is making significant strides in its Optimus humanoid robot project.
20 Aug 2024
MicrosoftNorth Korean hackers launch zero-day attack on Windows users
A zero-day vulnerability in Windows, recently rectified by Microsoft, was exploited by hackers believed to be operating on behalf of the North Korean government.
20 Aug 2024
Nuclear FusionTeenager builds nuclear reactor for school project
Cesare Mencarini, a 17-year-old Italian student in the UK, has successfully built a small nuclear fusion reactor as part of his Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) for A-Levels.
20 Aug 2024
Donald TrumpUS intelligence says Iran responsible for hacking Trump's presidential campaign
US security agencies have implicated Iran in a recent cyberattack on Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign.
20 Aug 2024
NVIDIANVIDIA's new AI predicts weather with unprecedented accuracy
NVIDIA, a leading technology company, has introduced a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) diffusion model named StormCast.
20 Aug 2024
AndroidApple Podcasts now available on web for Android, PC users
Apple has expanded the accessibility of its podcast library, making it available online for the first time.
20 Aug 2024
ToyotaToyota suffers massive breach, 240GB of data leaked online
Toyota has confirmed a significant data breach, following the online leak of an archive containing 240GB of stolen data from the company's systems.
19 Aug 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningElevenLabs' text-to-speech app goes global with support for 32 languages
ElevenLabs, an AI-based start-up specializing in synthetic voice creation and editing tools, has announced the global launch of its Reader app in 32 languages.
19 Aug 2024
Ashwini VaishnawDraft rules for data protection law to be released soon
The draft rules for India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) are set to be unveiled within a month, according to Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
19 Aug 2024
Science and TechnologyScientific breakthrough: Quantum, conventional data transmitted via same fiber-optic cable
In a groundbreaking experiment, scientists have successfully transmitted both quantum and conventional internet data through the same fiber-optic channel.
19 Aug 2024
Unified Payments Interface (UPI)Beware! Fraudsters are spamming UPI IDs with multiple collect requests
A new type of fraud is on the rise, targeting users of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI).
19 Aug 2024
macOSMicrosoft's macOS apps have security flaws that allow spying
Cisco Talos, a renowned cybersecurity firm, has recently discovered multiple security flaws in several Microsoft applications designed for macOS.
19 Aug 2024
Apple WatchApple Watch Series 10 debuts next month: What to expect
Apple is set to unveil its latest wearable, the Watch Series 10, alongside the iPhone 16 series in September.
19 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle Play discontinues rewards for Android app bug hunters
Google has announced the termination of its Google Play Security Reward Program (GPSRP), effective from August 31.
19 Aug 2024
MicrosoftSony PS5 Pro launch nears: Here's when pre-orders might start
Gamers are eagerly anticipating the next iteration of Sony's popular console, the PlayStation 5 Pro (PS5 Pro).
19 Aug 2024
GoogleChrome on Android to hide sensitive data during screen sharing
Google is developing a new feature for its Chrome browser on Android, designed to protect users' sensitive information during screen sharing or recording sessions.
19 Aug 2024
AstronomyOnce-in-a-decade event! Super Blue Moon appears over India tonight
Skywatchers in India are in for a celestial treat tonight with the appearance of a rare phenomenon - a Super Blue Moon.
19 Aug 2024
AmazonAmazon Pay might reportedly become a standalone app in India
Amazon is contemplating the transition of its financial services, Amazon Pay, into an independent application in India.
19 Aug 2024
Department of Telecommunications (DoT)Live near an airport? You could soon access 5G services
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is working toward enhancing 5G connectivity at 124 airports across India, as per Moneycontrol.
19 Aug 2024
AppleBrown or gold? All about iPhone 16 Pro's new color
The upcoming iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max have been the subject of recent leaks, with initial images suggesting a unique brownish color.
19 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle finally introduces manual astrophotography mode for Pixel users
Pixel phone users rejoice - capturing starry skies is now easier than ever.
19 Aug 2024
CryptocurrencyWazirX's systems not compromised in $230M hack, says Google report
WazirX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform, has confirmed that its systems were not compromised during the recent $230 million cyberattack.
19 Aug 2024
Raksha Bandhan'Absolute rubbish': Netizens troll Sudha Murty for Raksha Bandhan post
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty has drawn criticism on social media, for her video post about the origins of Raksha Bandhan.
19 Aug 2024
AirPods 2Apple to launch new AirPods alongside iPhone 16 next month
Apple is reportedly planning to refresh its non-Pro AirPods lineup as part of its fall 2024 hardware releases next month.
19 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp users can now set certain contacts, groups as favorites
WhatsApp has launched a new stable update for its iOS users, version 24.16.79, now available on the App Store.
19 Aug 2024
ChinaChina's magnetic launcher on Moon will transport resources to Earth
Chinese scientists have proposed an innovative magnetic launcher to transport lunar resources back to Earth, in a cost-effective manner.
19 Aug 2024
Science and TechnologyFDA approves gel that can stop gunshot bleeding in seconds
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given its approval to Traumagel, a groundbreaking gel-based treatment in trauma care.
19 Aug 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningIs AI humanity's biggest threat? New study answers
A recent study conducted by the University of Bath and the Technical University of Darmstadt in Germany, has concluded that large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT do not pose an existential threat to humanity.
19 Aug 2024
AndroidThis app hides in plain sight, records everything you do
Cybersecurity experts have recently identified a new mobile spyware, known as LianSpy, that specifically targets Android smartphones.
19 Aug 2024
GoogleEx-Googler's start-up is teaching AI how to smell
Imagine a world where scent can be digitized and stored.
18 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle Assistant's new UI on Android Auto resembles Apple's Siri
Google has introduced a fresh user interface (UI) for its Assistant on Android Auto.
18 Aug 2024
US GovernmentPentagon's latest supercomputer will strengthen US's biodefense capabilities
The US Department of Defense (DoD) has unveiled its latest innovation, a hybrid of a supercomputer and rapid response laboratory (RRL), aimed at strengthening the nation's biodefense capabilities.
18 Aug 2024
AppleYou could soon try out iPhones virtually using Vision Pro
Apple has filed a patent for a technology that could potentially revolutionize the online shopping experience.
