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New hack threat: Thieves can now break into smart electric cars from anywhere
Researcher Eaton Zveare bypassed login security to create an admin account, gaining access to over 1,000 dealers. The flaws were patched after disclosure but raise concerns about dealership system security.
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Best camera mobiles under Rs 30,000 (August 2025): Samsung, Vivo, Oppo, and others
Best camera phones under Rs 30,000 in August 2025 with flagship features, high-res sensors, long zooms, and even mood‑changing designs. Here’s the list.
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Apple iPhone 17 Series Launch: Expected dates, design, features, price and more
Apple’s iPhone 17 series will bring incremental design changes, improved displays, powerful A19 Pro chips, and camera upgrades, with the new iPhone 17 Air expanding the mid-range options.
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New SMS scam: ‘Magic Mouse’ steals lakhs of credit cards details monthly
After security researchers exposed a prolific SMS scam operator known as Magic Cat, a new, larger operation called Magic Mouse has taken its place, stealing over 650,000 credit cards monthly.
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How the iPhone 17 Air display size may compare to iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max
iPhone 17 Air will replace the Plus model with a 6.6-inch display, positioned between the 6.3-inch 17 Pro and the 6.9-inch 17 Pro Max.
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GTA 6 release date in India, price, characters, new features, and more
GTA 6 will launch on 26 May 2026 for PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, PS5 Slim, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S, with a PC release expected later. The story follows Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos in a Bonnie-and-Clyde-inspired crime tale set mainly in Vice City, with other possible locations in Leonida. Eight key characters have been revealed, each with distinct backstories. The game is expected to be the longest in the series, with satirical takes on modern culture. Pricing is unconfirmed, though analysts suggest $80–$100, with India leaks hinting at around Rs. 5,999.
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Tesla shuts Dojo supercomputer project; 20 engineers join former head Ganesh Venkataramanan
Tesla has shut down its Dojo AI supercomputer programme, reassigning remaining staff and losing 20 engineers to DensityAI, a new AI chip startup.
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NASA and Google develop AI assistant to help astronauts going to Mars be healthy
NASA and Google are developing an AI medical assistant, CMO-DA, to help astronauts diagnose and treat illnesses independently on long-duration missions to the Moon and Mars.
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Apple could partner with major apps to prepare for next-generation AI-powered smarter Siri
Apple is collaborating with major app developers, including Uber, Amazon, and WhatsApp, to prepare their apps for integration with the next-generation Siri.
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SpaceX builds water pipeline to Starbase but locals must pay…
SpaceX is replacing water trucks with a pipeline to its new city, Starbase. But unless you work for the company, getting access might come with fine print — and fewer rights.
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Apple told to drop iPhone browser engine limits by December in Japan
Japan’s new Smartphone Act guidelines give Apple a December deadline to end its WebKit-only browser rule on iOS. Apple may have to allow Chrome and other browser engines on iPhones in Japan by December.
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Apple faces new lawsuit with accusations of stealing trade secrets for Apple Pay
Apple Pay is now at the centre of a renewed legal battle over alleged trade secret theft by Apple. Texas-based firm Fintiv has filed a fresh lawsuit against Apple in a Georgia court, accusing it of stealing confidential mobile wallet technology used in Apple Pay.
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Airbnb CEO: Don’t mistake AI agents for the ‘New Google’ just yet
Speaking on the company’s Q2 earnings call, Chesky urged caution about overestimating AI chatbots’ role in discovery. He also explained why he thinks they aren't going to replace Google any time soon.
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Instagram Map is here: What it is and how to use it?
Unlike Snap Map’s real-time location sharing, Instagram Map updates your location only when you open the app or have it running in the background. It doesn’t track you continuously.
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US sets new rules for undersea Internet cables to block security threats from China
The US FCC has passed new rules to speed up and secure subsea cable deployment, limiting foreign involvement and citing threats from China. The cables support critical internet and financial infrastructure.
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xAI top lawyer quits after one year citing ‘problem’ with Elon Musk
Robert Keele, xAI’s first head of legal, has stepped down after just over a year, pointing to a need for more time with family — and some quiet disagreement with Elon Musk.
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Here's when ChatGPT's most powerful model will come to your iPhone
ChatGPT integration within Apple Intelligence will begin using GPT-5 next month with the launch of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe.
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DaVinci Resolve 20.1 update is here: List of all new features
Blackmagic Design has released DaVinci Resolve Studio 20.1, adding deeper support for immersive video editing, spatial audio, and Apple Vision Pro workflows.
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ChatGPT update broken? OpenAI faces user backlash as GPT-5 replaces older models
OpenAI’s GPT-5 is now available to all ChatGPT users, but the update has sparked widespread criticism. Users report shorter answers, reduced flexibility, and the removal of model selection options previously available in the chatbot.
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Top 10 tips to beat the Instagram algorithm in 2025
Instagram AI algorithm in 2025: Growing on Instagram in 2025 requires more than just good content. With AI now driving the feed, Reels, and Explore rankings, these ten expert-backed tips will help you stay relevant, visible, and ahead of the curve.
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ChatGPT prompts and tricks to learn any language for free
ChatGPT can now be your grammar coach, pronunciation guide, cultural translator, and conversation partner—all rolled into one. Here’s how to learn smarter. You don’t need a fancy app or expensive tutor to master a new language. With the right prompts, ChatGPT can act as your personal language coach—free of cost. Here's how to turn it into your smartest classroom yet.
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Bill Gates’ new AI warning for Gen Z raises question: Are 'traditional' jobs more safe in 2025?
Bill Gates has warned Gen Z that AI is wiping out entry-level jobs, and tech skills alone won’t secure their future. He warns Gen Z to look beyond AI tools as automation eliminates traditional entry-level jobs.
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Just $1: The price of a 'premium' ChatGPT experience for US government employees
OpenAI is offering ChatGPT Enterprise to US federal agencies for just $1 per agency, aiming to lead AI adoption in government while addressing new security and political mandates under the Trump administration.
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Google Gemini hacked by researchers to take control of a smart home
Security researchers have shown that Google Gemini can be hijacked via hidden calendar prompts to control smart home devices, raising fresh concerns about AI vulnerabilities.
