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Russia warns Apple of $52 million fine over alleged discrimination against local software

Russia warns Apple to pre-install domestic software or face a fine of up to 4 billion roubles.

Alex Schultz becomes Meta's first Chief Data Officer in AI-focused leadership reshuffle

Meta appoints a Chief Data Officer as it doubles down on AI and data-driven decision-making.

Anthropic restores Claude Fable 5 after overhauling security safeguards: Here's what has changed

Anthropic restores Claude Fable 5 after refining safety filters, ending an 18-day suspension.

Govt seeks Meta's response on WhatsApp usernames feature, halts further rollout: Sources

The Centre has reportedly sought details on WhatsApp's upcoming usernames feature, raising concerns before any wider rollout and asking Meta to respond within three days

After xAI, Meta eyes AI compute rentals to rival AWS, Google Cloud and Azure

Meta is exploring an AI cloud business that would rent out computing power and models, putting it in competition with major cloud providers.

Microsoft gears up for another round of layoffs in latest cost-cutting push

Microsoft plans another round of layoffs despite robust AI and cloud growth, as it continues to streamline operations

EU's stricter tech laws delay Apple's Siri AI rollout as Tim Cook holds talks with officials

Apple and EU regulators resume talks as Digital Markets Act dispute delays rollout of AI-powered Siri in Europe.

'I am now confident India will catch up in AI models': Sridhar Vembu credits China's AI rise for spurring global competition

Zoho's Sridhar Vembu says growing AI competition from China is lowering costs and boosting India's chances of catching up in AI models.

UN report warns AI could widen global inequality, urges nations to build local AI infrastructure

A new UN report warns that AI could deepen global inequality unless countries invest in local infrastructure, governance and responsible development.

Centre may issue notice to WhatsApp over username feature. Here's why

The Centre is considering issuing a notice to Meta over WhatsApp's upcoming username feature, according to News18. Officials are examining whether the privacy-focused update could make user identification more difficult, reviving concerns similar to those previously raised over Telegram's alleged misuse by cybercriminals and other threat actors.

Meta quietly paywalls smart glasses feature that appears to run entirely on-device

Meta has quietly introduced monthly usage limits for the Conversation Focus feature on its AI-powered smart glasses, reserving extended access for paying subscribers. The move has sparked debate because the hearing enhancement tool appears to work entirely on-device, raising questions about why a subscription is required.

IIT Delhi, DRDO develop India's first indigenous tactical aerostat| Watch

India has developed its first homegrown tactical aerostat through a collaboration between IIT Delhi, DRDO and a technology startup. Designed for long-endurance surveillance and communications, the lighter-than-air platform aims to reduce dependence on imported systems while opening up possibilities for future civilian and defence applications.

Samsung hints at wider Galaxy Z Fold in new teasers ahead of Galaxy Unpacked 2026

Samsung has begun teasing what appears to be a major redesign for its next-generation foldable smartphone. While the company has yet to reveal the device, a series of cryptic videos strongly suggest a wider Galaxy Z Fold, setting the stage for one of the biggest design changes in the lineup's history.

iPhone 18 Pro may ditch Qualcomm in some markets, leak suggests

A fresh leak from prototype engineering documents suggests Apple is preparing significant changes for the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. From a region-specific modem strategy and a redesigned A20 Pro chip to a new camera sensor, the upcoming flagship could mark one of Apple's biggest hardware overhauls in years.

China's latest humanoid robots are built to understand emotions, not just commands | Watch

China's UBTECH has launched what it says is the world's first mass-produced full-sized humanoid robot series for consumers. Equipped with emotion-aware AI, lifelike facial expressions and long-term memory, the robots are designed not just to work alongside people, but also to provide companionship and emotional support.

Amazon joins OpenAI and Anthropic in AI deployment race with $1 billion engineering push

Building powerful AI models is no longer enough. Amazon Web Services is investing $1 billion in a new engineering organisation that embeds experts inside customer teams, signalling the next phase of the AI race, where helping businesses successfully deploy AI is becoming as important as developing the models themselves.

'My boss has AI psychosis': Employee says manager trusts Claude over staff, sparks debate on AI dependence at work

A Reddit post describing a manager's growing dependence on Anthropic's AI chatbot Claude has struck a chord online. The employee claimed their boss increasingly relied on the chatbot's advice over human judgement, prompting others to share similar workplace experiences and raising fresh concerns about excessive trust in AI.

After 20 years at Google, the 'father of the internet' is retiring

After more than 20 years as Google's Chief Internet Evangelist, internet pioneer Vint Cerf is set to retire. As he steps away, the man who helped build the modern internet is already looking ahead, arguing that AI agents will need shared standards and a common language to work together safely.

AWS CEO pushes back on AI job fears, says Amazon is hiring 11,000 graduates

Amazon Web Services CEO Matt Garman has pushed back against predictions that artificial intelligence will eliminate large numbers of entry-level jobs. While acknowledging AI will reshape the workplace, he argues companies still need young talent, pointing to Amazon's plan to hire 11,000 interns and recent graduates this year.

Microsoft to cut thousands of jobs across sales, consulting and Xbox in fresh layoffs: Report

Microsoft is reportedly preparing to cut fewer than 2.5 per cent of its global workforce, affecting thousands of employees across sales, consulting and Xbox, as the tech giant reins in costs amid heavy AI spending

In-app recording, ambulance support: Uber unveils new safety features in India

Uber has introduced a fresh set of safety features in India, including encrypted in-app video recording for drivers, ambulance assistance during emergencies and measures to curb distracted driving. The company says the additions are aimed at improving safety across every stage of a trip while strengthening emergency response capabilities.

OpenClaw unveils official mobile apps, bringing AI agents to iPhone and Android

OpenClaw has released official apps for Android and iPhone, allowing users to access their AI agents directly from their smartphones. The apps connect to a user's OpenClaw Gateway, enabling voice interactions, task approvals and automation, as the open-source project continues to expand its presence in the fast-growing AI agent ecosystem.

TikTok to settle with teen plaintiff before California social media trial, law firm says

TikTok has agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by a teenager who alleged the platform's addictive design harmed his mental health. The case was set to become one of California's key social media addiction trials, amid growing legal scrutiny over the impact of platforms on children's wellbeing.

Anthropic launches Claude Sonnet 5 with cheaper agentic AI capabilities