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The biggest AI channel on YouTube is Indian, earns $4M+ a year, and people can’t stop watching
Do you watch YouTube daily? Then you’ve likely seen AI-generated story videos. A report claims the most-viewed AI-only YouTube channel is based in India, with 2 billion+ views and annual earnings of over $4 million, showing how fast AI content is taking over feeds and viewer attention.
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“Bill Gates is a liar…” Elon Musk targets Microsoft co-founder again over USAID death narrative
Elon Musk has launched another sharp public attack on Bill Gates, calling him a “liar” over claims linking USAID funding cuts to child deaths and disease outbreaks. The feud stems from Musk’s role in shutting down USAID’s independent operations earlier this year under the DOGE task force, a move Gates criticised as harmful to global health efforts.
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How a father rescued his kidnapped 15-year-old daughter by tracking her phone’s live location
A Texas father tracked his kidnapped 15-year-old daughter’s phone and rescued her within minutes, says Guardian report. A gripping reminder for Indian parents on the power of live location and parental controls.
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Google’s AI wrongly called musician Ashley MacIsaac a sex offender, got his concert cancelled
Google AI wrongly labelled Juno-winning musician Ashley MacIsaac a sex offender due to a surname mix-up, leading to a cancelled concert. The artist says the error was dangerous and law firms may take up his defamation case for free.
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Can AI chatbots trigger psychosis? Top psychiatrists warn after dozens of disturbing cases
Top psychiatrists warn that long AI chatbot conversations may be linked to psychosis by reinforcing delusions, reports The Washington Post. Doctors push for research and urge real-world mental health support for vulnerable users.
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Indian-origin CEO says AI firm Giga is being blackmailed for $3 million in crypto using stolen company data
To back his claim, Varun also posted a screenshot of the threatening email. According to the tweet, the mail warns that if Giga does not pay up, the group will release data snippets after twisting them out of context, along with what it calls “defamatory allegations”
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ChatGPT sent 74 suicide alerts but mentioned hanging 243 times before teen’s death, lawsuit claims
ChatGPT is facing tough questions after a wrongful-death lawsuit claimed a teenager in distress received 74 suicide hotline alerts but also saw the chatbot mention hanging 243 times over months of conversation.
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iPhone 16e drops to Rs 46,990, iPhone 17 to Rs 78,900 after bank discount in Vijay Sales Apple Days Sale
iPhone 16E drops to Rs 46,990 and iPhone 17 series starts at Rs 78,900 after instant bank discounts in the Vijay Sales Apple Days Sale, running from December 28, 2025 to January 4, 2026.
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Apple is suing this leaker, but he just dropped new foldable iPhone details anyway
A tipster currently in a legal battle with Apple has leaked new details about the company’s first foldable iPhone. The leak includes the expected launch timeline, screen size, thickness, camera design, and early 3D renders shared through a YouTube video.
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Samsung’s TriFold survives durability test, breaks when folded the wrong way
Samsung has launched its first triple folding phone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, in South Korea. A new durability test video shows how well it survives scratches, pressure and accidental damage, and also what happens when it’s bent the wrong way. The phone proves it can handle a lot, but foldable screens and hinges still have their limits. A global release is expected in early 2026, and the world is watching closely to see if this futuristic phone is ready for everyday use.
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Gemini vs ChatGPT: Google grabs AI market share from 5% to 18%, analysts call it a clear takeover
Google’s Gemini has rapidly gained AI market share, climbing from 5% to 18% in just one year, signaling a major shift in generative AI usage as ChatGPT loses dominance. A new phase in the AI race is unfolding, and users are exploring alternatives that are easier, faster, and built into everyday apps.
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Why Mark Zuckerberg gifted noise cancelling headphones to neighbours in Palo Alto
Mark Zuckerberg has been renovating and expanding his Palo Alto residential compound for nearly eight years, causing frustration among neighbors. To ease tensions, he gifted noise cancelling headphones, donuts, and sparkling wine. Here’s the story behind the peace offering and the growing debate over his multiple property projects.
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The QR menu on your table looks harmless, but could it secretly steal your financial information
Scanning a restaurant menu QR code feels quick and harmless, but in 2025, fake QR scams are silently stealing personal and financial details, warns a report by the New York Post. Here’s what can go wrong when you scan, and how to spot tampered codes before it costs you money or privacy.
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Global memory chip shortage may push up prices of phones and PCs in 2026
A global memory chip shortage in late 2025 is driving up the cost of smartphones and laptops, and the effects could last until 2027, says IDC. The shortage is happening as chip makers prioritize AI memory production, leaving everyday devices facing higher prices and limited upgrades in 2026.
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No Slack wrapped, but you can still check who messaged the most this year
Slack doesn’t offer a Wrapped-style recap for 2025, but users can still access workspace analytics to check message rankings. Here’s a simple, feature-style breakdown of how to find out who sent the most Slack messages at your workplace this year.
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Microsoft clarifies Windows is not being rewritten in Rust after viral job post sparks rumors
Microsoft has denied rumors about rewriting Windows in Rust after a viral job post sparked confusion online. The company clarified it is working on research to build tools that help migrate old C and C++ codebases to memory safe languages like Rust, not rebuilding the Windows operating system itself.
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Fake RTO e-challan websites in India are tricking drivers with small fines and stealing card details
A widespread online scam is targeting Indian vehicle owners using fake RTO e-Challan websites and local phone numbers to steal card and banking details. Here’s how the scam works and what you can do to protect yourself.
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Google might finally let you change your Gmail address: Here’s what that means for you
Google is introducing a new feature that will let users change their Gmail address while keeping the same account and all their data. Learn how it will work, what stays the same, and what rules apply when the update rolls out globally.
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Year-ender 2025: 5 best camera phones launched this year
A quick look back at 2025’s biggest camera phone launches. From powerful zoom systems to portrait focused tuning and smart software led photography, here are the five phones that shaped mobile imaging this year.
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Google announces 50% off on AI Pro annual plan for new users with Gemini 3 Pro access and 2TB storage
Google has announced a limited time 50% discount on its AI Pro annual plan for new subscribers. The plan includes access to Gemini 3 Pro, Nano Banana Pro, Deep Research and 2TB of Google Cloud storage. Users can also share the subscription with up to five people at no extra cost.
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Starlink adds 1 million customers in under 7 weeks, now crosses 9 million users
SpaceX’s Starlink has added one million new customers in less than seven weeks, taking its total user base past nine million across 155 global markets. The service, powered by thousands of satellites, has become the biggest source of income for Elon Musk’s space company.
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Apple will soon make it easier to pair Galaxy Watches with iPhones
Apple is rolling out new pairing and notification features in iOS 26.3 that will make it easier for Galaxy Watch makers to test seamless one tap pairing with iPhones in the EU. The update also lets third party smartwatches receive and reply to iPhone notifications, but only on one connected device at a time.
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Top TikTok performers to get 50 per cent bigger raises and more cash bonuses in 2026
ByteDance plans to increase its rewards budget by 50% in 2026 to offer bigger bonuses and salary hikes for TikTok’s top performing employees globally. Only high scoring staff will benefit, and a larger share of the rewards will be paid in cash.
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175 iPhones, 21 Apple Watches and 227 seized gadgets up for auction in Bengaluru: How to place your bid
Bengaluru Customs is auctioning 227 seized, confiscated and unclaimed electronic items including 175 Apple iPhones and 21 Apple Watches in a single bulk lot on December 30 via the MSTC e-auction platform.
