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Anthropic co-founder joins Pope Leo to warn against leaving AI in Big Tech’s hands
At a rare Vatican gathering on artificial intelligence, Anthropic co-founder Chris Olah warned that AI’s rapid rise could trigger mass job losses and deepen global inequality if left unchecked. Standing alongside Pope Leo, he urged governments, faith leaders and civil society to play a greater role in shaping the technology’s future.
AI hallucinations are creeping into academic research; new verification systems could be the solution: Report
A new study has revealed a sharp rise in AI-generated fake references in academic research, raising concerns over the growing impact of unchecked AI hallucination
Is a new Macbook ultra on the way? Here’s what Apple’s rumoured top-end laptop could offer
Leaks ahead of WWDC 2026 suggest Apple could unveil a premium “MacBook Ultra” featuring an OLED display, thinner design, Dynamic Island, touch support, and next-generation M6 chips
Huawei unveils new chip design strategy amid intensifying global semiconductor competition
Huawei has unveiled a new chip design approach aimed at boosting China’s semiconductor capabilities amid US restrictions, claiming it could rival advanced global chips by 2031
'AI could displace human labour at an unprecedented scale': Anthropic Co-founder Christopher Olah calls for greater oversight
Christopher Olah warned that AI development cannot be left solely to tech companies, cautioning that rapid advances could displace workers at a massive scale
Pope Leo urges world to 'slow down' on AI in fervent first manifesto
The first US pope called for ownership of AI data not to be left solely in private hands, for policy-makers to protect the rights of workers and keep children safe from the technology, and urged the cooling of competition between AI companies.
Workplace tracking apps may share your personal data with Meta, Google, study warns
Apps used by employers to monitor attendance, productivity and work hours may also be quietly sending employee data to advertising firms and tech companies, according to a new academic study. Researchers found that several popular workplace surveillance platforms shared sensitive worker information with dozens of external firms without meaningful consent.
iPhone 18 Pro leaks: Apple's next flagship may bring taller display
Fresh leaks surrounding Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro lineup suggest the company may finally be preparing a noticeable front-design refresh. New protective film images point to taller displays, slimmer proportions and a smaller Dynamic Island, potentially giving users more usable screen space without dramatically changing how the phones feel in hand.
Trump administration plans wider White House app rollout across federal work devices: Report
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to automatically install its official White House app on government-issued phones used by federal employees. While officials describe the app as a source of “unfiltered” updates, this raises cybersecurity concerns over location tracking, data sharing and the potential security risks posed by the software.
‘Biggest bubble yet’: Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu flags AI investment frenzy
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu warned that the artificial intelligence boom may be the “biggest bubble yet”, cautioning that while AI technology is real and transformative, the scale of financial speculation around it could be excessive amid rising concerns over circular cloud revenue structures and inflated valuations
Apple uses iPhone 17 Pro to film entire live MLS match in a broadcast first
Apple has pushed the iPhone deeper into professional sports broadcasting after filming an entire live Major League Soccer match using the iPhone 17 Pro. The experiment marks the first time a major professional sporting event has been captured completely on a smartphone for a live broadcast.
‘Clock is ticking’: ECB summons banks over AI-driven cyber risks, warns of fast-evolving vulnerabilities
The European Central Bank has warned major lenders that artificial intelligence is rapidly intensifying cyber security risks, urging banks to accelerate defences as AI tools shrink the time window to detect and fix vulnerabilities
Rs 3.7 crore job: OpenAI is hiring researchers to study a future where AI improves itself
As artificial intelligence grows more capable, OpenAI is investing heavily in people who can anticipate what happens if machines begin making themselves smarter without human help. The unusual role, offering up to Rs 3.7 crore annually, highlights how seriously the industry is now treating long-term AI risks.
Amid growing fears of AI job losses, Sundar Pichai addresses the rise of the ‘boo strategy’
From graduation stages to boardrooms, artificial intelligence is becoming a reputational minefield for Silicon Valley leaders. As students fear shrinking career prospects and mounting layoffs linked to AI, commencement speeches by tech executives are increasingly turning into tense public reckonings over the future of work, creativity and economic security.
Google’s AI Search may be overthinking things, just ask ‘disregard’
Google’s redesigned AI-powered Search is facing criticism after users noticed bizarre results for the word “disregard”. Instead of quickly showing dictionary links, the new interface fills the screen with an unnecessary AI-generated response. The moment has sparked fresh debate over whether AI is making Search smarter or simply more complicated.
WWDC 2026: Apple’s mysterious new ‘Gen AI’ website hints at major AI announcements
A newly discovered “genai.apple.com” subdomain is fuelling speculation that artificial intelligence will take centre stage at Apple’s WWDC 2026 event next month. The unfinished web address has appeared just weeks before the keynote, reinforcing expectations around Siri upgrades, Apple Intelligence features and deeper AI integrations across iPhone, iPad and Mac software.
China's DeepSeek to make permanent 75% price cut on flagship V4‑Pro AI model
DeepSeek did not disclose whether the permanent price cut was due to increased supply of Huawei’s Ascend 950 chips, which it used to maximize V4’s performance.
Meta employee who opted for layoff amid mass cuts raises alarm over worker protection
Former employees of Meta Platforms have shared contrasting perspectives on the company’s layoffs and workplace culture, highlighting both restructuring-driven exits
Galaxy Z fold 8 ultra: Samsung electronics expected to get major naming shake-up in next flagship foldable lineup
Samsung Electronics is reportedly planning a revamped Galaxy Z foldable lineup with new naming changes, design updates, and improved hardware
From AI health features to Google cast support: Major updates coming to the Apple ecosystem soon
Upcoming Apple ecosystem updates may bring delayed AI health features, improved Genmoji quality, enhanced Apple Watch tracking, and broader third-party streaming
Inaudible audio files may become a new tool for AI and computer Hijacking: Report
Researchers have demonstrated that inaudible audio signals embedded in videos could potentially manipulate open-source AI systems, raising new security concerns
Thousands of windows devices replaced in schools by MacBook Neo and iPads—Here’s why
A shift toward low-cost Apple laptops in schools and emerging competitive initiatives like Microsoft’s Project Firefly are reshaping the global budget laptop market
Ex-employee claims Meta platforms dominated by Chinese workers, alleges non-Chinese targeted in layoffs
A former Meta Platforms employee, Jeremy Bernier, has alleged workplace exclusion by Chinese colleagues and raised concerns about team composition
Apple to unveil iPhone 18 Pro alongside foldable phone in September: Here’s what to expect
The rumour has it that Apple is preparing to roll out its next-gen iPhone 18 Pro this year in September. While the official statement is yet to be out, we might know the price, specs and features of the upcoming device. Additionally, this is not just a round up for the iPhone 18 pro, but we will also discuss what happens to the rest of the iPhone 18 line-up.
Sridhar Vembu warns AI creates dependency among students instead of improving maths skills
Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vambu recently claimed that AI in math is no good for the students. Pointing at a research, he says that high school children will learn to rely more on children rather than learning the skills. The research was done by a Wharton economist, who ran a randomized controlled trial on almost a thousand high school students in Turkey.
Why Starbucks is shutting down its AI inventory system just months after launch
Starbucks hoped artificial intelligence would help baristas spend less time counting milk cartons and more time making coffee. Instead, the system struggled to tell oat milk from regular milk, frustrated employees and created fresh operational headaches. Now, less than a year later, the coffee giant is pulling the plug on the experiment.
Microsoft’s Maia AI chips could soon power Anthropic’s Claude models
Microsoft is reportedly negotiating with Anthropic to provide its in-house Maia AI chips, marking a potential breakthrough for the software giant in the competitive AI hardware market. The discussions come as Anthropic faces growing demand for computing capacity amid the rising popularity of its Claude AI tools and services.
Meta layoffs: Viral claim says employees built AI tools just before layoffs began
A widely shared social media post has reignited concerns around AI-driven job insecurity after claiming some Meta employees were encouraged to develop internal artificial intelligence tools shortly before layoffs swept through the company. Although the claims remain unconfirmed, the story has amplified wider fears about how AI is reshaping jobs across the tech industry.
Texas sues Meta, WhatsApp over encryption privacy claims
Meta spokesman Andy Stone said on social media that the lawsuit’s allegations are false and that WhatsApp cannot access people’s encrypted communications. The lawsuit seeks a court order barring Meta and WhatsApp from accessing Texans’ WhatsApp messages without their consent, as well as monetary penalties.
Apple Watch and AirPods Pro get major health upgrades in India
Apple is expanding its health ambitions in India with two major new features for Apple Watch and AirPods Pro users. From sleep apnoea detection to at-home hearing tests, the company is turning everyday gadgets into personal health assistants that quietly monitor your wellbeing while you go about your routine.