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WhatsApp username feature under review as Centre examines Meta's response
The government is examining Meta's response to concerns over WhatsApp's proposed username feature, even as officials explore a broader framework for username policies. The feature, which would let users connect without sharing phone numbers, has raised questions over identity verification, impersonation and the potential rise in cyber fraud.
India bags 5 golds at International Physics Olympiad 2026, finishes joint first
India's young physicists delivered one of the country's strongest-ever performances at the 56th International Physics Olympiad in Colombia, winning gold medals for all five team members. The result placed India among six joint toppers and underscored the country's growing strength in international science competitions for school students.
TCS says AI won't replace outsourcing, plans 8,900 specialised engineering roles
Tata Consultancy Services is expanding its artificial intelligence ambitions with plans to build a large team of forward-deployed engineers and explore acquisitions in AI and cybersecurity. The move reflects the company's belief that AI will reshape outsourcing through new opportunities rather than replace the traditional IT services business.
iPhone 18 Pro Max price: Could it cost around Rs 30,000 more? Here's what's driving the expected price hike
Soaring memory chip prices could push the iPhone 18 Pro Max's bill of materials nearly $300 higher than its predecessor, Counterpoint Research says.
Google Pixel 10 Pro drops by $300 ahead of Pixel 11 launch. Is India included?
With the Pixel 11 launch just weeks away, Google has slashed the price of one Pixel 10 Pro variant in the US by $300 — its biggest official discount yet. While American buyers enjoy steep savings, Indian customers are seeing a very different picture, with discounts limited to select Pixel models.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: Leak reveals new colour ahead of launch on August 12
Ahead of launch on August 12, a recent leak has revealed a bright new colour of the upcoming Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold. According to the leak, the flagship foldable device will also come in a Pine Green variant. Here is what it may look like.
'Reverse Information Paradox': Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns AI could cost businesses more than they realise
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has introduced the "Reverse Information Paradox", arguing that businesses may unknowingly surrender their most valuable asset—their institutional knowledge—while using AI tools. He says enterprises need stronger ownership over AI-generated learning, memory and workflows to ensure artificial intelligence creates value without eroding long-term competitive advantage.
Meta to put AI chip into production in September
According to the memo, Meta declared that testing the chip took only six weeks and found no major issues. That relatively quick progress signals positive momentum for an in-house effort that has floundered since its launch more than half a decade ago.
Apple vs OpenAI: Why the lawsuit could become Sam Altman's biggest hardware setback yet
Apple has accused OpenAI of orchestrating the theft of confidential information through former employees, intensifying a legal battle that could reshape the race for AI-powered consumer devices. As OpenAI pushes deeper into hardware, the lawsuit threatens to become a significant obstacle to its ambitions beyond generative AI software.
Anthropic introduces Claude Reflect to help you understand your AI usage better
Anthropic launches Claude Reflect, a new dashboard that helps users track and manage their AI usage more mindfully
Anthropic extends Claude Fable 5 access through July 19 for paid subscribers
Anthropic extends free access to Claude Fable 5 for paid subscribers until July 19 amid growing competition from OpenAI's GPT-5.6 models
Samsung wants to put its own AI chip in your next PC: Here's what Gaia could bring
Samsung is reportedly developing a dedicated AI accelerator for PCs, codenamed Gaia, with mass production targeted for 2027.
Apple could skip M6 pro and M6 max chips, move directly to an AI-focused M7 lineup: Report
Apple's abandoned self-driving car project is reportedly shaping its next-generation AI chips and hardware roadmap, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says.
Microsoft plans Windows 11 UX overhaul to deepen phone-PC integration: Here's what's changing
Microsoft is reportedly testing deeper Phone Link integration in Windows 11, including a standalone Messages app and smarter phone controls.
'Elon is obsessed with me again': Sam Altman mocks Musk's space data centre plans
Elon Musk and Sam Altman reignite their long-running feud with fresh jabs over SpaceX's ambitious space data centre plans
'Delivers 1.8x Better Power Efficiency': Samsung starts mass production of AI SSD for Nvidia Vera Rubin
Samsung begins PM1763 SSD production for Nvidia's Vera Rubin AI platform ahead of launch later this year.
Apple alleges ex-engineer's 'LOL' access led to trade secrets theft at OpenAI
The lawsuit claims an ex-Apple engineer continued accessing the iPhone maker's internal systems after joining OpenAI and downloaded sensitive company data, allegations that OpenAI has denied.
Where nanoscience meets nation-building: Inside IISc’s CeNSE and the startups reimagining India’s deep tech future
The Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE) at IISc Bengaluru is bringing researchers, entrepreneurs and advanced infrastructure under one roof to turn scientific breakthroughs into real-world technologies. From nanopore DNA sequencing to organ-on-chip platforms and next-generation solar cells, its startups are helping shape India's deep tech future.
Apple sues OpenAI, accusing ChatGPT maker of stealing trade secrets
Apple on Friday filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that the artificial intelligence firm stole trade secrets to develop its own hardware device.
OpenAI, Google AI sales to blacklisted Chinese firms expose loopholes in US tech curbs
OpenAI and Google’s AI services reached Singapore-based subsidiaries of Chinese companies linked to the Pentagon blacklist, exposing regulatory blind spots and intensifying calls for stricter controls on the global export of advanced AI models.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Google Pixel 11 Pro: Design, camera, price and everything compared
Apple and Google are expected to refresh their premium smartphone line-ups later this year, with the iPhone 18 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro tipped to arrive within weeks of each other. While Apple is likely to refine its flagship formula, Google is expected to double down on AI-driven features and camera performance.
China achieves first reusable orbital rocket booster recovery with Long March 10B debut
China has successfully recovered the first stage of its Long March 10B rocket after its maiden launch, becoming only the second country to achieve a controlled recovery of an orbital-class booster. The mission also introduced a sea-based net capture system, offering a different approach to reusable rocket technology.
Japan arrests 15-year-old for allegedly using ChatGPT in cyberattack: Here's what happened
Japanese police have arrested a 15-year-old student accused of using ChatGPT to help carry out a cyberattack that disrupted an anime streaming platform. The case is being closely watched because it highlights how generative AI can be used to simplify sophisticated cybercrime, particularly by individuals with limited technical experience.
1X unveils Neo's human-like robot hands that can feel touch and wash themselves | Watch
Humanoid robotics firm 1X has unveiled a major upgrade for its Neo robot, introducing dexterous hands that can sense touch, detect slipping objects and even be washed. The company says the new hardware brings Neo a step closer to handling everyday household chores with the finesse expected from human hands.
'Japan changed our engineering culture': Sridhar Vembu says the country shaped Zoho's DNA
Japan was Zoho's first international bet outside India and the US, but it offered much more than business opportunities. According to co-founder Sridhar Vembu, the country's values around trust and customer commitment became an enduring influence on Zoho's engineering culture and way of building products.
How to stop Meta's Muse Image AI from using your public Instagram photos
Meta's new Muse Image feature lets users generate AI images using photos from public Instagram accounts, raising fresh questions about privacy and consent. While the company says users can opt out, the setting isn't immediately obvious. Here's how to disable it and what the feature actually does.
Why BSNL’s new phone with no camera has been priced at Rs 1.34 lakh
India’s BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited) has launched a new phone, priced at Rs 1.34 lakh — equivalent to an iPhone 17 Pro. However, this mobile has no camera or any additional features. Why? It’s a satellite phone that provides connectivity even in the most remote of areas
OpenAI names GPT 5.6 the ‘preferred model’ for Microsoft 365 Copilot amid partnership questions
Days after reports suggested Microsoft was leaning more heavily on its own AI models to reduce costs, OpenAI has reaffirmed the strength of its relationship with the tech giant. The company says its newly launched GPT 5.6 will become the preferred model powering Microsoft 365 Copilot across key productivity applications.
WhatsApp responds to Centre's notice on username feature; government reviewing reply before rollout
WhatsApp has submitted its response to the Centre over concerns surrounding its proposed username feature, with the government now examining the company's explanation. The feature remains on hold in India as authorities assess whether the new system could increase online fraud, impersonation and phishing risks for millions of users.
IIT Bombay graduate says he turned down Meta offer worth 'an order of magnitude higher' than $1 million
A viral post claimed IIT Bombay alumnus Rishabh Agarwal rejected a $1 million Meta offer to build an AI startup. The researcher has now revealed the package was actually far higher. Instead of staying at Meta, he chose entrepreneurship, betting on AI-driven scientific discovery over Big Tech.