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Someone at OpenAI created ChatGPT-powered Terminator-style robotic sentry rifle and it is scary
In the video, STS 3D demonstrated the rifle’s capabilities, instructing it to respond to an “attack” from multiple directions. The AI-powered system swiftly complied, aiming and firing what appeared to be blanks at designated targets
Apple's iPhones too expensive for China’s new subsidy scheme, ceiling capped at US$818
The subsidy programme, which allows a maximum rebate of 500 yuan per purchase and is limited to one item per product category, is open to both domestic and foreign manufacturers. Yet, its structure favours Chinese brands like Huawei, Vivo, Xiaomi, Honor, and Oppo.
Microsoft layoffs 2025: Tech giant to cut several thousands of underperforming employees this year
Microsoft's lates round of layoffs is part of the company’s updated performance management strategy, aligning with similar actions by other tech giants. The cuts are expected to be widespread, impacting several departments, with the security division reportedly among those affected
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang believes IT depts may soon become HR for AI agents; Here's why
Huang predicted a dramatic transformation in the role of IT teams, suggesting they’ll soon act as HR managers for AI agents. Instead of just troubleshooting tech issues, these teams would handle recruitment, training, and performance monitoring for AI workers
McAfee launches ‘world’s first’ AI-powered deepfake detector in India, prices it at Rs 499
McAfee's Deepfake Detector arrives at a time when AI-generated scams are becoming a widespread issue. A recent research indicates that an average Indian encounters nearly five deepfake videos daily
Meta's Threads and Instagram to start recommending political content in another Zuckerberg U-turn
According to Instagram head Adam Mosseri, the platforms will now offer three levels of exposure to political content: “less,” “standard” (the default setting), and “more”
AI will soon be able to crack even the most advanced security in seconds claims NATO-backed security startup
According to a report by Goldilock, AI-powered agentic malware may become a reality within two years, leaving companies and governments with little time to prepare for AI-driven programs capable of infiltrating networks, learning their structures, and evolving to evade detection
Apple & Google to be fined in Brazil because of privacy nightmares from FaceApp
Although neither Google or Apple is directly involved in FaceApp's development, their role in making it available on their platforms has made them accountable under Brazilian law
Apple expected to launch iPad 11, iPad Air, iPhone SE 4 in April, despite strong January launch rumours
Apple has historically favoured spring for launching its iPhone SE models, avoiding the busy holiday quarter and the immediate post-Christmas lull. January is a challenging month for new releases, as most consumers who wanted new devices likely bought them over the holidays
Apple's $1 billion investment not enough to lift iPhone 16 ban, says Indonesia
While Apple’s commitment to building a new facility might seem like a major move, Indonesia insists the investment doesn’t meet its stringent local content requirements
Best True Wireless (TWS) earphones of 2024
Here are the best TWS earbuds that were music to our ears in 2024 across various price brackets in India
Meta under fire for removing internal comments criticising UFC President Dana White's appointment to board
The tension at Meta surfaced after Zuckerberg introduced three new board members — Dana White, John Elkann, and Charlie Songhurst — via Meta's internal communication platform, Workplace
CES 2025: Sony Honda Mobility unveil their first EV, Afeela 1, features ADAS and 480-kilometre range
The Afeela 1 boasts a maximum range of 480 kilometres on a single charge and is packed with over 40 sensors, including cameras, LiDAR, and ultrasonic tech, that power an advanced driver assistance system
CES 2025: HP announces new Elitebook AI PCs and Omen gaming notebooks and peripherals
HP's announcements spanned across two major areas—business-focused devices to boost productivity and gaming solutions designed to deliver unmatched performance. Both lines reflected HP’s drive to meet evolving demands with advanced AI technology
OpenAI's new O3 reasoning model is freaking out software engineers, developers; Here's why
O3 is expected to power popular tools like ChatGPT, and its potential to handle large-scale tasks autonomously is causing jitters among tech professionals. For computer science majors, the prospect of entering a job market dominated by such powerful AI systems is raising eyebrows
TikTok is pushing users in the US to sister app Lemon8 as it faces potential ban
ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, is promoting Lemon8 as a backup option, even as discussions around the TikTok ban intensify. While the legislation specifically targets ByteDance-owned apps, the spotlight remains on TikTok, leaving the fate of Lemon8 relatively under-discussed
Meta's updated hate speech policy now allows users to say LGBTQ people are 'mentally ill'
The revised policy maintains bans on insults targeting intellect or mental health but introduces an exception for allegations tied to sexual orientation or gender identity. These allowances reflect the political and religious discourse around LGBTQ+ issues and the casual use of terms like "weird."
OnePlus launches OnePlus 13 series in India for a starting price of Rs 42,999; Check features and specs
The OnePlus 13, which debuted in China last year with the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, has finally gone global, while the OnePlus 13R offers a more budget-friendly option with premium features
CES 2025: Qualcomm unveils new Aware cloud-based services platform, Snapdragon X AI PC SoCs
The Snapdragon X Platform is designed to bring high-performance, AI-driven capabilities to more affordable laptops, while the upgraded Qualcomm Aware platform seeks to revolutionise industrial IoT with smarter, more efficient connected solutions
CES 2025: ASUS unveils new line of Copilot+ PCs & NVIDIA RTX 50-series GPUs
From everyday users to professionals, the new laptops aim to cater to all segments. Packed with AI-enabled processors from tech giants like Qualcomm, AMD, and Intel, ASUS’s latest devices focus on improving productivity, creativity, and security
CES 2025: Dell ditches the XPS, Inspiron lineup, unveils new unified branding & AI PC portfolio
Dell Technologies unveiled a bold new direction for its product lineup, doing away with legacy branding like Inspiron, XPS, and G-series. Instead, Dell is introducing a unified, straightforward naming system centered around three categories: Dell, Dell Pro, and Dell Pro Max
CES 2025: MSI unveils new line of cutting-edge laptops, NVIDIA GPUs, monitors, MoBos and more
From AI-powered desktops to next-gen graphics cards and record-breaking gaming monitors, MSI is reimagining how users experience gaming, productivity, and compact computing. At the heart of MSI’s exhibit is a deep focus on AI integration, which aims to simplify workflows, boost gaming performance
Samsung to launch the Galaxy S25 series at Galaxy Unpacked event on Jan 22, opens pre-reserve in India
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is said to feature a titanium frame with refined curved edges, offering a sleeker and more durable design compared to its predecessor. The display is rumoured to expand slightly to 6.9 inches. In India, Samsung has also opened pre-reservations for the series
Redmi 14C launched in India starting under Rs 10K, features 50MP main camera, SDG 4 Gen 2; Check pricing, specs
At its core, the Redmi 14C is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, a robust processor built on a 4nm process. This ensures smooth multitasking and efficient day-to-day performance
Apple to rework AI feature that generated inaccurate news alerts following BBC complaint
Apple has promised a software update to address the issue, expected to roll out in the coming weeks. The company stated that its AI notifications are optional and still in beta, emphasising that user feedback plays a key role in refining the feature
China-based threat actors hacked the Philipines' President, stole troves of military data
Reports have revealed that the President’s office sought details about the breach in May 2024. The cyberattacks, described as persistent and advanced, were linked to tactics commonly associated with the group APT 41, a team of state-sponsored hackers
Amazon plans to enter internet service business in the UK with their satellite broadband plan
The satellite internet industry is becoming a competitive battleground, with companies rushing to deploy clusters of low-Earth orbit satellites. Amazon’s Project Kuiper aims to deploy 3,000 satellites, taking on SpaceX’s Starlink
Microsoft to invest $3 billion in India’s cloud and AI infrastructure, skill 10 million people by 2030
The AI Innovation Network, launched by Microsoft Research Lab, focuses on turning research into practical business solutions. Collaborations with digital natives, such as Physics Wallah, are helping to advance tools that support industries ranging from education to healthcare
US Treasury slaps Chinese cybersecurity firm with sanctions for ties to Flax Typhoon hacking group
The US Department of Treasury announced the sanctions, claiming the Beijing-based Integrity Technology Group provided infrastructure that facilitated cyber exploitation activities. The firm specialises in cybersecurity products like network simulation platforms, honeypot systems etc
Instagram is randomly showing users their AI-generated images on their timelines
According to Meta, the AI-generated images are not advertisements but part of a September-announced feature designed to create personalised content based on user interests or trends. Meta clarified that this is part of its broader plan to integrate more AI-generated content into its feeds