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26 Oct 2024
AppleApple tests app to help prediabetic individuals manage their condition
Apple is said to be working on a non-invasive blood glucose monitoring system, Bloomberg reported.
26 Oct 2024
JupiterIon drive breakthrough could enable rapid interstellar travel
A recent paper presented at the 75th International Astronautical Congress in Milan, has proposed that ion drives or electric propulsion systems, could be used to carry a massive payload on different trajectories.
26 Oct 2024
Nature Ecology and EvolutionMice may use sound waves to sniff smells, study reveals
A new theory proposed by University at Buffalo psychologist Eduardo Mercado III and Harvard University neuroscience student Jessica Zhuo, suggests rodents may be using their ultrasonic vocalizations (USVs) to manipulate matter around them.
26 Oct 2024
AndroidHow to reduce Bluetooth lag on your headphones, gaming controllers
Bluetooth devices such as headphones and controllers are often marred by latency issues, where the input fails to sync with the output on the connected device.
26 Oct 2024
GmailLesser-known Gmail features you should start using immediately
Gmail is used by millions of people across the globe. However, many of us don't even know its full range of capabilities.
26 Oct 2024
RobotsThis robotic exoskeleton fits autonomously, lets wheelchair users walk independently
Scientists at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have developed a revolutionary wearable robot, dubbed WalkON Suit F1.
26 Oct 2024
AndroidAndroid 16 to be named 'Baklava,' breaking Google's naming tradition
With Android 16, Google is breaking its long-standing tradition of naming Android versions alphabetically. The next version is expected to be officially called 'Baklava.'
26 Oct 2024
DiwaliHow to buy genuine gold, silver online this Dhanteras
Dhanteras, an important Hindu festival celebrated two days ahead of Diwali, is an auspicious occasion to buy gold and silver. This year, the festival is being celebrated on October 29.
26 Oct 2024
WhatsAppYou could soon follow WhatsApp channels using QR codes
WhatsApp is bringing a new way to view and follow channels via QR codes.
26 Oct 2024
BlueskyBluesky to introduce paid subscription: Here's what you will get
The fast-growing microblogging platform Bluesky has announced plans to launch a paid subscription service.
26 Oct 2024
Elon MuskSpaceX's Starship landing was 'one second away' from disaster
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, accidentally revealed a near-miss incident during a recent Starship flight test.
26 Oct 2024
Black HoleMIT scientists discover 1st-ever black hole triple system
In a recent study, scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have discovered a black hole triple system.
26 Oct 2024
GoogleGoogle to launch its Gemini 2.0 AI model this December
Google is said to be gearing up to launch its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, Gemini 2.0, in December.
26 Oct 2024
Gaming BytesVideo game preservationists denied remote access to discontinued titles
The US Copyright Office has rejected a proposal from video game preservationists, seeking permission for libraries and museums to provide temporary remote access to discontinued games.
26 Oct 2024
AppleApple wins a patent infringement lawsuit against Masimo, awarded $250
Apple has won a patent infringement lawsuit against medical device maker Masimo, amid a larger intellectual property dispute between the firms.
26 Oct 2024
MetaMeta AI partners with Reuters to deliver real-time news updates
Meta's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot has landed a multi-year deal with Reuters, giving it access to the news agency's content, according to Axios.
25 Oct 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp's new feature puts your favorite emojis front and center
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature to let users customize their emoji reactions.
25 Oct 2024
IRDAIAfter Star Health data leak, IRDAI proposes stricter anti-fraud measures
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has proposed changes to its fraud-monitoring framework for insurance companies. The move comes amid the changing face of cybercrimes.
25 Oct 2024
OnePlusOnePlus unveils OxygenOS 15 with AI tools: Check features, compatibility
OnePlus has officially unveiled its latest operating system, OxygenOS 15.
25 Oct 2024
AdobeEmbrace AI or fall behind, Adobe VP warns artists
Adobe, a leading name in the creative software industry, is all-in on generative artificial intelligence (AI) models and tools.
25 Oct 2024
Joe BidenUS implements new AI guidelines, bans use in nuclear decisions
US President Joe Biden has issued a national security memorandum, detailing strict guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in military and intelligence operations.
25 Oct 2024
BoeingA SpaceX capsule just returned, but Starliner's astronauts weren't aboard
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore—test pilots for Boeing's Starliner spacecraft's maiden crewed flight—had originally planned a week-long trip to the International Space Station (ISS).
25 Oct 2024
AmazonCoD: Black Ops 6 released globally for PC, PS, Xbox
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, the latest installment in the popular video game franchise, has been released worldwide by Activision Blizzard.
25 Oct 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningThis AI robot's artwork could sell for $180,000 at auction
In a historic first, renowned auction house Sotheby's will sell its first artwork created by an artificial intelligence (AI) humanoid robot.
25 Oct 2024
Solar SystemAstronomers detect 'Pyrene,' a key molecule for life, in space
In a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have unearthed one of the largest carbon-based molecules ever found in deep space.
25 Oct 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeet Throne: Poop-tracking toilet camera you never knew you needed
A Texas-based start-up has developed a unique camera that attaches to toilets and photographs fecal matter.
25 Oct 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningAI start-up Perplexity refutes copyright infringement allegations by News Corp
AI start-up Perplexity, famous for its innovative search engine, has responded to a lawsuit filed by News Corp.
25 Oct 2024
Reliance IndustriesAnother techie recalls failed negotiation with Reliance amid 'Jiohotstar' dispute
Amit Bhawani, a techie, has come out in the open about how Reliance Industries once served him a legal notice over a domain name.
25 Oct 2024
BeijingChina to offer space tourism from 2027, costing $210,000/trip
Deep Blue Aerospace, a top player in China's commercial space industry, has announced its foray into the space tourism business.
25 Oct 2024
AppleApple's M4 Macs are launching next week: What to expect
Apple's marketing chief Greg Joswiak has hinted at an "exciting week of announcements" lined up for next week.
25 Oct 2024
AppleApple offering $1M bounty for hacking its private AI cloud
Apple is inviting security researchers to examine its Private Cloud Compute (PCC) system, a critical element of the company's more intensive Apple Intelligence requests.
25 Oct 2024
YouTubeYouTube Shopping launched in India: How creators can earn more
YouTube has launched its affiliate program, YouTube Shopping, in India following its launch in South Korea and the US.
25 Oct 2024
OpenAINo one is ready for AGI, warns OpenAI's departing leader
Miles Brundage, the outgoing senior adviser for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) readiness at OpenAI, has issued a stark warning about the world's unpreparedness for it.
25 Oct 2024
Aadhaar CardWhat is 'digital arrest' scam and how to protect yourself
A disturbing new cybercrime trend has emerged in India - the 'digital arrest' scam.
25 Oct 2024
Blue OriginBezos's Blue Origin successfully tests second rocket for space tourism
Jeff Bezos's aerospace company Blue Origin, has successfully completed an uncrewed certification mission for its second New Shepard spacecraft, the RSS Karman Line.
25 Oct 2024
GoogleGoogle Photos will now label AI-edited images
Google Photos is getting a new feature that will tell you if an image has been edited with artificial intelligence (AI).
25 Oct 2024
OpenAIOpenAI to release next-generation AI model, Orion, by December
OpenAI is gearing up to launch its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, Orion, by December.
24 Oct 2024
ChileWorld's largest camera, with 3,200MP resolution, ready for astronomical exploration
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory on Cerro Pachon in northern Chile is poised to transform astronomy with its world's largest digital camera.
24 Oct 2024
Disney+ HotstarJioHotstar domain for Cambridge fee? Delhi techie pitches Mukesh Ambani
In anticipation of a possible merger between JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, a Delhi-based app developer has purchased the domain name "JioHotstar.com."
24 Oct 2024
Jensen HuangNVIDIA symbolizes 'vidya' and knowledge, Mukesh Ambani tells Jensen Huang
Reliance Industries's Mukesh Ambani recently sat down for a chat with semiconductor giant NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang at the AI Summit India in Mumbai, engaging in a discussion about the future of AI in India and beyond.
