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Netflix users now need a unique email address for each profile: Here's how it will work
Netflix has begun rolling out a permanent sign-in change that requires every non-child profile under a subscription to have its own email address. While the company says the update is designed to improve account management, some users have raised concerns over convenience, privacy and shared household viewing.
Ford turns to human engineers after AI fell short, recruits 350 professionals
Ford has acknowledged that relying too heavily on AI without retaining experienced engineers hurt its vehicle development process. The automaker has since brought back hundreds of engineers, strengthened quality checks and revamped its AI systems, highlighting the continuing importance of human expertise even as companies accelerate AI adoption.
iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Ultra launch date leaked: Here's everything we know
Apple is all set to launch its next-gen iPhones in the market this September. While the company is still tight-lipped about the launch date, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman points that Apple may launch the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra either on September 9 or 10.
Grok 4.5 to launch soon, Elon Musk says it could rival Anthropic Claude Opus
Elon Musk has revealed that Grok 4.5 is now being tested internally at SpaceX and Tesla, claiming early evaluations place the model close to, or potentially ahead of, Anthropic's Claude Opus. He also outlined an aggressive roadmap that includes monthly AI model releases and major infrastructure upgrades.
Apple devices could face AI-driven memory shortage by 2027, says analyst
Apple recently reportedly approached the Trump administration to seek approval for buying memory chips from Chinese manufacturer CXMT despite the company being on a Pentagon blacklist, as it looked to offset rising chip costs. Now, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says the bigger concern is an AI-driven memory shortage that could squeeze supplies for Apple devices over the next two years.
Firmus teams up with Nvidia to build Its first data centre in Indonesia
Firmus is betting big on AI infrastructure with energy-efficient data centres, billions in funding, and an ambitious global expansion strategy.
Are affordable Chinese AI models becoming the enterprise standard? Report
Jefferies believes Z.ai's low-cost GLM-5.2 model could disrupt enterprise AI by challenging the industry's premium pricing.
Royal Enfield Motowave X2 Review: Affordable communicator built for the long haul
Royal Enfield's Motowave X2 offers dependable Bluetooth communication, long battery life, and practical features to be your long ride bluetooth companion.
Apple plans M7 ultra-powered Mac studio for 2028 with potential design overhaul: Report
Apple's M5-powered Mac Studio remains on track for a 2026 launch, while a redesigned M7 Ultra model is reportedly planned for 2028.
Austria pushes for Anthropic's EU presence following US AI restrictions
Austria urges the EU to host Anthropic as Europe pushes for greater AI and digital sovereignty.
How AI helped the FBI piece together the White House correspondents' dinner attack
AI-powered forensic tools are helping law enforcement analyze digital evidence faster while strengthening criminal investigations.
Brazilian football scouts turn to AI apps to find the next generation of talent
AI-powered scouting platforms are transforming football talent recruitment while raising concerns over bias and accessibility.
Korean workers vote to strike as Hyundai plans to deploy Atlas Humanoid robots
Hyundai workers vote to strike over fears of humanoid robots replacing jobs and demands for higher bonuses.
Apple's RAM and storage upgrade prices hit new highs, leaving buyers concerned
Apple's soaring RAM and SSD upgrade prices spark backlash as memory costs continue to rise.
Meta's AI operations hit as Google limits Gemini access amid capacity crunch
Google's AI infrastructure limits force Meta to scale back Gemini usage amid soaring demand.
Google limits Meta's access to Gemini AI models amid computing capacity crunch: Reports
Google has reportedly restricted Meta's access to its Gemini AI models after the social media company sought more computing capacity than the tech giant could provide, delaying some of Meta's AI projects
Australia to double fines for tech firms over child social media ban amid compliance concerns
Australia plans to double penalties for tech companies that fail to enforce its under-16 social media ban as concerns grow over continued access by children
One step closer to a bigger, stronger LVM3: Isro tests new engine at near-full thrust
India's space agency, Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro), has taken another important step toward building a more powerful version of its heaviest rocket, the LVM3
Apple seeks Trump administration approval to buy blacklisted Chinese memory chips: Report
Apple has reportedly lobbied the Trump administration for permission to buy memory chips from a blacklisted Chinese company as soaring chip prices add to cost pressures
TikTok, YouTube take down 4.7 million child accounts in Indonesia amid tighter online safety rules
Indonesia's tougher online safety measures are beginning to reshape how social media platforms operate. TikTok and YouTube have removed nearly 4.7 million accounts belonging to children under 16, marking one of the biggest enforcement actions since the country's new regulations came into effect earlier this year.
SpaceX explores Starlink mobile launch, could build its own US wireless network
SpaceX is weighing a major expansion of its Starlink business by exploring a retail mobile offering in the US, according to a report. Backed by recently acquired wireless spectrum and a growing satellite subscriber base, the company could emerge as a formidable challenger to established telecom operators.
Apple may skip M6 Pro, Max and Ultra chips as memory crisis reshapes Mac roadmap: Report
Apple is reportedly reworking its Apple Silicon strategy as soaring memory prices continue to disrupt the technology industry. While the base M6 chip is still expected later this year, higher-end M6 variants could be skipped altogether, with Apple instead shifting its focus to the M7 family and AI-ready Macs.
Microsoft hikes Xbox Series X, Series S prices for third time since 2025 as memory shortage pushes costs higher
Buying an Xbox is about to become significantly more expensive. Microsoft has announced another round of price increases across its console portfolio, blaming soaring memory and storage costs. The move comes as Sony, Nintendo and Valve also grapple with rising hardware costs driven by component shortages and trade pressures.
Should you buy an iPhone now or wait? Here's what Apple's price hikes could mean for your wallet
Apple has already increased prices for Macs, iPads and several other products, but iPhones have escaped the axe, at least for now. If you're planning to upgrade, the question is whether to buy before prices potentially rise or wait for the next generation with better features.
Why your next smartphone and laptop may cost more — even as the chip shortage fades
The global chip shortage may be easing, but a new AI-driven memory crunch is pushing up the cost of smartphones, laptops and other gadgets. As memory chipmakers prioritise lucrative AI data centre orders, companies like Apple are raising prices, signalling that consumers may soon pay more for everyday electronics
Australia considers tougher enforcement of social media ban for teens
Australia's groundbreaking experiment is being closely watched with countries around the world seeking to emulate it amid concern about youth mental and physical health. Britain, for example, this month announced planned restrictions that go further as gaming and live-streaming platforms will also be affected.
'Biggest price jump in anything': Elon Musk reacts to Apple's latest price hike
As Apple passes rising memory chip costs on to consumers, several of its devices have become substantially more expensive worldwide. The price revisions have also drawn a reaction from Elon Musk, who described the increases as the "biggest price jump in anything" he has ever seen.
White House wants OpenAI to restrict GPT-5.6's initial release: Report
OpenAI's upcoming GPT-5.6 may not be released like its predecessors. A report claims the White House wants the company to limit early access to a handful of approved partners, underscoring growing concerns in Washington over powerful AI models with advanced cybersecurity capabilities.
Elon Musk moves X closer to becoming an 'everything app' with X Money rollout
Elon Musk has expanded X Money to a select group of premium users in the US, bringing X closer to his long-term vision of creating an "everything app" that combines social media, messaging and digital payments
Bumble is looking for a match — the dating app explores a sale as users swipe left
Bumble is exploring a potential sale as slowing growth, declining paying users and dating app fatigue weigh on its business. The company has reportedly hired Morgan Stanley to assess strategic options