Karnataka–France Talks Boost AI and Defense Manufacturing Ties
Karnataka–France cooperation advances in AI, aerospace and defense manufacturing, with discussions on skills development, innovation corridors and long-term partnership.
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Android 17 Beta 1 Brings New Pixel Launcher Design and Performance Tweaks
Google has released Android 17 Beta 1 after a slight delay. Pixel smartphone users can check the new update on their device by going to Settings > System > Software updates > System update > Check for update. In some cases, even if the screen shows “up to date,” the update is becoming available after … Read more
China Claims New Microwave Weapon That Could Disable Satellites
China claims development of a high-power microwave weapon capable of disabling satellites and electronic systems without explosions, raising global space security concerns.
Did Social Media Design Make Children Addicted? Jury Decides in California
A jury trial in Los Angeles is examining allegations that major social media platforms were designed to keep children engaged for long hours, leading to addiction and mental health concerns.
Elon Musk’s Next Big Idea: AI Data Centers in Space
Elon Musk has proposed setting up AI-based data centers in space by deploying around one million solar-powered satellites, aiming to reduce energy and resource constraints faced by ground data centers.
Former Google Engineer Convicted of Stealing AI Technology, Long Prison Sentence Possible
US federal jury has convicted former Google engineer Linwei Ding of stealing confidential AI chip and system documents, allegedly to benefit a China-based startup.
Meta bans AI characters for teens, introduces new parental controls
Meta has announced a temporary ban on AI characters for teenage users across its apps, alongside new parental controls and safety measures, amid rising legal and regulatory pressure.
Apple Plans to Replace Siri With Campos AI Chatbot in iOS 27
Apple is working on Campos, a next generation AI chatbot set to replace Siri. The system will debut with iOS 27 and offer advanced voice and text-based assistance.
How ChatGPT Is Guessing User Age and What That Changes
OpenAI has rolled out an age prediction system for ChatGPT that estimates user age using behavior signals. Accounts flagged as under 18 face automatic safety restrictions.
Forget Sending Emails? Gmail Can Do It for You
Gmail’s Schedule Send feature allows users to draft emails in advance and set a fixed date and time for delivery. It works on mobile and desktop, supports time zones, and is useful for professionals, students, and remote workers.
After Tariff Deal, Taiwan Looks to Deepen AI Ties With the US
Following a tariff and investment agreement with the US, Taiwan is pushing for deeper AI and semiconductor cooperation, while managing regional tensions and parliamentary scrutiny.
WhatsApp Web may soon allow group voice and video calls from browsers
WhatsApp Web is working on group voice and video calling support. The feature is under development and may soon allow users to join group calls directly from browsers.