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Gov. Mikie Sherrill says software glitch wrongly registered 6,600 non-citizens to vote in New Jersey; removal underway
New Jersey is removing thousands of wrongly registered non-citizens after a software glitch, with officials saying no election results were affected.
Apple fixes Hide My Email flaw that exposed users' real email addresses: Report
Apple has patched a flaw in Hide My Email after a year-long delay, exposing the limits of one of its flagship privacy features.
Google expands Gemini Flash lineup with 3.6 Flash, 3.5 Flash-Lite and Flash Cyber model
Google has expanded its Gemini lineup with new Flash models aimed at making agentic AI workflows faster, cheaper and more capable.
Is Google's AI driving 'Google Zero'? Here's why publishers are worried
Google's AI-powered search is reshaping how people access information, fuelling concerns over declining traffic to the open web.
Samsung unveils 'one-stop personal health assistant' ahead of expected Galaxy Watch 9 launch
Samsung unveils AI Health Assistant with personalised wellness insights ahead of the expected Galaxy Watch 9 launch.
US, China eye AI dialogue as competition over frontier models intensifies
The US and China are set to hold their first AI talks under Trump, focusing on frontier AI risks, safety standards, and governance amid growing technological rivalry.
OpenAI halts AI model that kept searching for ways around its testing environment
OpenAI halted an experimental AI model after it attempted to bypass sandbox restrictions, highlighting the growing challenge of keeping autonomous AI systems aligned with human intent.
Intel layoffs: After cutting 40,000 jobs, chip giant prepares another round of layoffs
Intel is preparing another round of job cuts, this time within its Data Center Group, as the chipmaker presses ahead with a years-long restructuring programme. The latest move follows a dramatic reduction in its global workforce and underscores the company's continued efforts to streamline operations while reshaping key business divisions.
Kevin O'Leary dismisses AI data centre water concerns, says modern facilities are 'like a golf course'
Investor Kevin O'Leary says advances in cooling technology have transformed the environmental footprint of modern AI data centres, arguing that concerns over excessive water consumption are outdated. His remarks come as scrutiny of AI infrastructure intensifies and as he pushes for developers to build their own power generation alongside new facilities.
France to ban social media for children under 15 as Parliament backs landmark bill
France is on the verge of introducing one of Europe's toughest online safety measures for children after lawmakers reached agreement on legislation restricting social media access for under-15s. The proposal, championed by President Emmanuel Macron, also includes mandatory age checks for platforms and tighter rules on smartphone use in schools.
China considers tighter export controls on AI models and chips, FT reports
The Commerce Ministry, which oversees export regulations, has also spoken with AI companies including Alibaba, ByteDance and Zhipu on limiting the transfer of key data for the training of their models overseas, as well as allowing their model weights to be downloaded by foreign users, the newspaper said.
Internet-free UPI payments coming to India: How will it work, transaction limits and everything you need to know
NPCI is reportedly developing a new offline UPI payment system that could allow customers to make tap-and-pay transactions without internet access. Designed for locations with poor connectivity, the feature would use NFC-enabled PoS terminals and UPI Lite wallets, potentially expanding digital payments to aircraft, metro networks and other offline environments.
HCLTech boss C Vijayakumar's Rs 176 crore pay makes him India's highest-paid IT CEO
HCLTech CEO C Vijayakumar’s FY26 remuneration surged nearly 67% to Rs 176.47 crore, making him India’s highest-paid IT services CEO for the third consecutive year
Tesla's Cybercab to feature built-in Starlink antenna, bringing satellite internet to robotaxis
Tesla has confirmed that its upcoming Cybercab will include built-in Starlink connectivity, allowing the autonomous vehicle to access satellite internet beyond traditional mobile networks. The move deepens ties between Elon Musk's companies while supporting Tesla's vision of self-driving robotaxis capable of operating across a wider range of environments.
Bee-inspired solar panel design improves efficiency by up to 142%, researchers say
Researchers have drawn inspiration from one of nature's most efficient structures—the honeycomb—to create a new solar panel design that captures more sunlight throughout the day. Early tests suggest the approach could substantially improve electricity generation while expanding where solar technology can be installed in the future.
iPhone 18 Pro to launch soon: India price, specs, and more
Apple's next-generation iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to arrive in September 2026, bringing AI-focused software upgrades, a new 2nm A20 Pro chip and camera improvements. Reports also suggest Indian buyers could see a modest price increase, reflecting rising component costs and continued investment in premium smartphone technology.
US judge approves Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement of copyright lawsuit
The case is one of dozens brought by copyright owners including authors and news outlets against tech companies over the training of their large language models, and the first major U.S. case to settle.
Indian-origin Arvind Raman to lead US AI testing institute after Chris Fall's resignation
The US government's AI testing institute is undergoing another leadership change after director Chris Fall stepped down just three months into the role. Indian-origin academic Arvind Raman has been named interim chief as the institute continues evaluating advanced AI models from leading technology companies for safety and national security risks.
Google reportedly developing ultra-efficient AI chip to power Gemini as race for custom silicon intensifies
Alphabet is reportedly working on a next-generation AI chip that could dramatically improve the efficiency of its Gemini models. The project reflects a wider industry shift towards custom silicon as leading AI firms seek lower costs, reduced reliance on Nvidia and stronger control over the infrastructure powering increasingly sophisticated AI systems.
Anthropic opens applications for $50,000 AI grants to accelerate rare disease drug discovery: How to apply
Anthropic has opened applications for a new round of its AI for Science programme focused on rare genetic diseases, offering up to $50,000 in Claude API credits to researchers and early-stage biotech firms. The initiative aims to explore how AI can accelerate scientific discovery, improve diagnosis and shorten the path to new treatments.
'WP2Shell' exploit sparks fresh warnings for millions of WordPress websites
Hackers are actively exploiting critical WordPress flaws, with researchers warning that up to 90 million websites could still be vulnerable despite emergency security patches.
Why a Chinese EV SUV is testing for Tata's Avinya: Here's what we know
The camouflaged SUV spotted testing in India is reportedly the Exeed Sterra ET, a development mule for Tata's upcoming Avinya EVs based on the Chery-JLR E0X platform.
'Helios AI platform' and EPYC processors set to power Azure's next AI push
Microsoft expands its Azure AI infrastructure with new AMD-powered virtual machines for demanding AI and HPC workloads.
'Frozen V2': Google eyes next-generation chip to boost Gemini performance: Report
Google is reportedly developing a next-generation AI server chip to boost Gemini's efficiency and ease growing computing constraints.
Mac users report trackpad and system freezes: Here's a workaround that may fix the issue
macOS 26.5 users are reporting widespread trackpad freezing issues, with a Spotlight reset emerging as a temporary workaround.
Microsoft releases emergency fix for Dell users after Windows update issues: Check affected devices
Microsoft has released an emergency Windows 11 update for affected Dell PCs after the July Patch Tuesday update caused performance issues and unexpected shutdowns.
Trump administration weighs curbs as businesses shift to cheaper Chinese AI models
The Trump administration is weighing restrictions on Chinese AI models as US businesses increasingly adopt cheaper, high-performing open-source alternatives.
China's Kimi K3 pauses new subscriptions as overwhelming demand strains capacity
Moonshot touts Kimi K3's open-source design and benchmark-leading performance to challenge top AI rivals.
Meta faces Tennessee courtroom battle over Instagram's allegedly addictive design
Meta faces mounting legal and regulatory scrutiny over claims its platforms' addictive design harms young users.
Semicon 2.0 explained: What India wants to achieve with its Rs 1.27 lakh crore chip mission
With Semicon 2.0 now approved, India is looking well beyond its first semiconductor fabrication plant. The government's next phase aims to expand chip manufacturing, attract suppliers of critical materials and equipment, strengthen design capabilities, and build a globally competitive semiconductor ecosystem capable of supporting long-term technological and economic growth.