TECHNOLOGY
Meta tightens AI safeguards for teens after reports of harmful chatbot interactions
Meta is re-training its AI systems and introducing new protections to prevent teens from engaging in harmful conversations with its chatbots. The move follows mounting scrutiny over troubling reports of Meta AI coaching underage users on sensitive issues such as self-harm and eating disorders.
TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft takes on ChatGPT and Gemini with its first fully in-house AI models
MAI-Voice-1 is the tech major's first natural speech generation model, while MAI-1-preview is text-based and is the company's first foundation model trained end-to-end.
TECHNOLOGY
Intel confirms $5.7B US government investment, explores foundry partners
For Intel, the US backing offers near-term breathing room but also puts the company under the microscope at a time when rivals like TSMC and Samsung continue to dominate chip manufacturing
TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft fires more employees over Israel contract protests
The group has staged a series of protests this year over Microsoft’s Azure cloud contracts in Israel. Actions have included interrupting company executives during live-streamed presentations
TECHNOLOGY
Google Tensor G5 chip benchmark test results are out: Here's how it stacks up against the competition
Google recently unveiled its Pixel 10 series globally last week with the company’s in-house Tensor G5 chipset. While official benchmark results are yet to surface, early real-world performance of the chipset suggests the chipset to be slower than competing flagship SoCs.
TECHNOLOGY
Samsung Galaxy M07 4G full specifications revealed ahead of launch: All the details
Samsung is expected to introduce the Galaxy M07 4G soon, which would be the company’s next budget-centric smartphone. A new report has now revealed the key specifications of the smartphone, which is expected to be sold through Amazon.
BUSINESS
Honor 500 series launch timeline revealed, expected to feature 200MP cameras
Honor is gearing up to release the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro in the coming months, as a new leak suggests a launch for these smartphones this year. The latest leak also gives us an idea about the key specifications of these upcoming phones.
TECHNOLOGY
Amazfit launches Helio Strap fitness band and Balance 2 smartwatch with HYROX training & long battery life: Price, features and more
Amazfit has expanded its wearable lineup in India with the launch of the Helio Strap fitness band and the Balance 2 smartwatch. Targeted at fitness enthusiasts and professional athletes, both devices promise advanced tracking, recovery tools, and performance analytics. While the Helio Strap focuses on distraction-free training, the Balance 2 smartwatch blends fitness, lifestyle, and smart features.
TECHNOLOGY
Xiaomi HyperOS 3 update rollout confirmed: Here’s when your Xiaomi and Redmi phones will receive the Android 16 update
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TECHNOLOGY
Google has fired around 35% managers in the past one year: Here’s why
In 2023, Google laid off about 6% of its workforce, and since then, it has been trimming costs across various divisions.
TECHNOLOGY
Massive Gmail password theft hits 2.5 billion accounts, Google warns; here's how you can secure your account
Google has warned that nearly 2.5 billion Gmail accounts may be exposed in a massive data theft campaign, urging users to reset passwords, review app permissions, and enable two-factor authentication.
TECHNOLOGY
Shark Tank judge and Shaadi.com CEO Anupam Mittal cautions leaders against being too dependent on AI; says ‘AI can fake intelligence, not courage’
Shark Tank judge and Shaadi.com CEO Anupam Mittal has warned leaders against over-relying on AI, stressing that while AI can mimic intelligence, it cannot replace courage or original thinking.
TECHNOLOGY
Why Microsoft fired two employees after they staged a protest in Brad Smith’s office
In a statement to GeekWire, Microsoft confirmed the two terminations, saying both had committed “serious breaches of company policies and our code of conduct.”
TECHNOLOGY
Should you buy iPhone 16 now or after iPhone 17 launch?: A detailed analysis
Apple buyers face three choices: purchase the discounted iPhone 16 now, wait for the new iPhone 17 with longer support, or buy the iPhone 16 later after its expected price cut.
TECHNOLOGY
Samsung to unveil Galaxy S25 FE, AI-powered tablets at September 4 Unpacked event
The launch of the Galaxy S25 FE is expected to make Samsung’s flagship lineup more accessible, while the AI-powered tablets will mark a new push toward intelligent, productivity-focused devices in the Galaxy ecosystem.
TECHNOLOGY
“Maybe I should try running the company with all of Meta’s...,” jokes Sundar Pichai as Google now has 35% fewer managers
Google CEO Sundar Pichai stressed on the importance of efficiency as Google continues to scale. “We don’t solve everything with headcount,” he told employees
TECHNOLOGY
Kolkata woman alleges phone repair shop leaked her personal videos online
A Kolkata woman says her private videos were leaked by a phone repair shop, leaving her harassed online. Here’s how to protect your data and seek help.
TECHNOLOGY
'Vibe hacking' is here as Anthropic reveals as Claude AI being used in extortion and ransomware schemes
After uncovering the operation, Anthropic says it banned the accounts involved, alerted authorities and rolled out new automated screening and faster detection tools to prevent repeat incidents.
TECHNOLOGY
South Korea bans smartphones in classrooms amid rising youth social media addiction
The move follows similar restrictions elsewhere. Australia recently expanded its pioneering social media ban for teenagers, while Dutch schools reported improved student focus after curbing phone use.
TECHNOLOGY
WhatsApp announces Meta AI-powered writing help feature that lets users draft and refine their messages
WhatsApp has introduced a Meta AI-powered Writing Help feature that suggests alternative message drafts in different styles, starting in English for select regions.
TECHNOLOGY
Apply for passport online: A step-by-step guide, documents required and more
Applying for a passport in India has become a simplified process with the Passport Seva Online Portal. Citizens can apply for a fresh passport or reissue an existing one by following a structured process, ensuring timely appointments and faster processing.
TECHNOLOGY
46-year-old streamer dies during live broadcast after violence and humiliation, France sues company for safety failures
Police have collected videos from the broadcast and questioned witnesses. They also noted that Graven had previously told detectives that the violent acts in his streams were staged for attention and to earn money.
TECHNOLOGY
Apple iPhone 17 launch date confirmed: This is when the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max will arrive
the iPhone 17 series will be unveiled on September 9, 2025, during the company’s annual fall event at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. The keynote will be streamed worldwide, continuing Apple’s practice of hosting global digital broadcasts for its product launches.
TECHNOLOGY
ChatGPT 16-year-old suicide case: Parents sue OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claim AI chatbot pushed Adam to...
