TECHNOLOGY
Man meets scammer on Shaadi.com, exposes 30 lakh target plan but later offers him a job: here’s why
A man caught a scammer on Shaadi.com after months of chatting but his shocking response left everyone surprised.
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ChatGPT convinced man his sore throat was harmless, hospital visit revealed aggressive stage-four cancer
ChatGPT reassured him his sore throat wasn’t cancer. But a shocking hospital diagnosis revealed aggressive stage-four oesophageal cancer.
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Google co-founder Larry Page 'wants' students to be "lazy" only if they embrace...
Google co-founder Larry Page wants students to be “lazy” only if they embrace technology smartly, using it as leverage to achieve scale and impact instead of relying solely on hard work.
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Meta might turn to Google for improved AI experience on WhatsApp, Instagram
Meta is signalling it will do whatever it takes to strengthen its AI offerings — even if that means temporarily leaning on rivals like Google and OpenAI while it builds out its own systems.
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Huawei overtakes Apple to lead smartwatch market as Chinese players drive growth
After more than a year of decline, the global smartwatch market has finally turned a corner — and it’s Huawei, not Apple, leading the recovery.
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How to get 20% flat discount on train ticket booking: A step-by-step guide, eligible trains, offer validity and other details to keep in mind
Indian Railways has introduced a Round Trip Scheme offering 20% discount on tickets booked for both onward and return journeys via the RailOne app or counters.
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Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale announced: Dates, discounts and more
Flipkart is back with its Big Billion Days Sale. The e-commerce platform has not made a lot of details live apart from the banner on the app as well as website revealing key things that users should expect from the upcoming sale.
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AirPods Pro 3 to launch soon with this new feature: All the details
Apple is preparing to unveil several new products at its upcoming 2025 event, and among them, the AirPods Pro 3 are expected to make an appearance. The current AirPods Pro 2 were launched in 2022, and after nearly three years, users may finally see their successors. With iPhone 17 models and the Apple Watch Series 11 likely headlining the event, the AirPods Pro 3 could share the stage.
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US government eases CHIPS Act requirements for Intel: All the details
Intel’s relationship with Washington has taken a dramatic turn. With the U.S. government now a shareholder in the chipmaker, Intel is no longer bound by several restrictions of the CHIPS Act, giving the company more breathing room as it races to expand domestic semiconductor production.
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xAI sues ex-engineer for allegedly stealing Grok secrets to OpenAI
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence venture xAI has accused a former employee of stealing trade secrets tied to its Grok chatbot and carrying them over to rival OpenAI, intensifying the battle between two of the industry’s biggest names.
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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says AI could make the four-day work week a reality
The AI boom may do more than inflate chipmaker profits — it could reshape the way we work. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang believes artificial intelligence will drive such sweeping productivity gains that a four-day work week could become the norm, echoing the social shifts of past industrial revolutions.
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“Do you like blonde girls?” … Meta’s AI chatbots of Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez flirted with users, acted real and generated sexualised images
For now, Meta has deleted some of the offending bots, but the scandal shows how quickly AI can cross ethical lines and why stronger rules may be needed to stop technology from being misused.
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TikTok has started hiring in India again: Vacancies, job location and everything else we know
TikTok has begun hiring in India with two new roles in its Gurgaon office, even though the app remains banned. Here’s what we know about the vacancies, job details, and what this means for TikTok’s future in India.
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WhatsApp fixes security flaw used in iPhone, Mac spyware hacks
: WhatsApp has patched a serious vulnerability in its iOS and Mac apps that was exploited in a spyware campaign targeting fewer than 200 people worldwide. The flaw, when chained with a separate Apple bug, allowed hackers to break into devices without any user interaction.
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Tecno Pova Slim 5G to launch in India on September 4 with AI features and sleek design
With the Slim 5G, Tecno appears to be doubling down on design, AI, and connectivity as it looks to capture more of India’s mid-range smartphone market.
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Ahead of iPhone 17, Apple powers smartphone market revival in 2025
IDC notes that while global demand remains patchy amid economic headwinds, replacement cycles and consumer appetite for premium devices are expected to sustain momentum into 2026, with a 1.5% CAGR projected through 2029.
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Samsung announces pre-reserve for its upcoming AI-powered tablet: Check additional benefits, steps to reserve and more
Samsung has opened pre-reserve for its new AI-powered Galaxy Tab in India with early access benefits, a free 45W travel adapter worth Rs 2999, and Smart Upgrade trade-in offers.
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Luminous launches EDGE GO series, India’s first smart audio portable power station with up to 1200W output
Luminous has launched the EDGE GO series, India’s first smart audio portable power station, offering up to 1200W output, fast charging, and an integrated 90W sound system.
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23-year-old Manoj Tumu left his Rs 3.36 crore Amazon job for Mark Zuckerberg: Here’s why
At 23, Manoj Tumu quit his Rs 3.36 crore job at Amazon to join Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta. Here’s what drove his big career move and the lessons he shares.
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15000mAh battery phone is still a concept, but these big battery smartphones are available now
Handsets with 7000mAh or higher capacity have emerged as a strong option for users who need long power backup for gaming, streaming, or navigation without frequent recharging. Here are some options that you can buy.
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Man suffering from mental illness kills self, mother after excessive use of ChatGPT
Soelberg had a long history of alcoholism and suicide attempts, and he grew more dependent on the chatbot.
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Samsung launches affordable Galaxy Book5 with Intel Core Ultra processors, AI features and more: Check price, features and more
Samsung has officially launched its most affordable AI-powered laptop – the Galaxy Book5 – in India, aiming to bring advanced productivity and creativity tools to a wider audience. The device comes with Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, AI-driven features, and an accessible price tag, starting at Rs 77,990.
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Indian-origin Microsoft engineer found dead in Silicon Valley office
The engineer, Pratik Pandey, reportedly used his office access card to enter the building on the evening of August 19. His body was discovered inside the premises in the early hours of the following day.
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Upcoming phones in September 2025: iPhone 17 series, Galaxy S25 FE and more
September 2025 will see major smartphone launches in India, including Apple’s iPhone 17 series, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, Motorola Razr 60 Swarovski Edition, OPPO F31 lineup, Lava Agni 4, and budget 5G phones.
