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Google wants you to verify scammers' tricks using Circle to Search feature to avoid tax scams: Here's how it works

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Google wants you to verify scammers' tricks using Circle to Search feature to avoid tax scams: Here's how it works

Learn how to use Google’s Circle to Search and Lens tools to identify tax scams, analyse suspicious messages, and avoid fraud during tax season with step-by-step instructions.

John Ternus likely to succeed Tim Cook as Apple CEO amid leadership transition

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John Ternus likely to succeed Tim Cook as Apple CEO amid leadership transition

Apple’s leadership transition gains focus as hardware chief John Ternus emerges as a leading internal candidate to succeed Tim Cook, amid executive exits, AI challenges, and evolving product strategy.

FBI issues warning on hijacked home internet connections; says cybercriminals using residential proxies: How to stay protected

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FBI issues warning on hijacked home internet connections; says cybercriminals using residential proxies: How to stay protected

Users can reduce risks from hijacked internet connections by avoiding untrusted downloads, keeping devices updated, monitoring network activity, and using antivirus tools while remaining cautious of suspicious links and emails.

Received a silent call? This AI-driven scam could be behind it: Here’s how it works

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Received a silent call? This AI-driven scam could be behind it: Here’s how it works

Silent calls may not be harmless glitches. Scammers can use your voice to build profiles and launch targeted fraud. Here’s how the scam works and what you should avoid.

Pinterest CEO calls for ban on social media for children under 16; urges governments to...

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Pinterest CEO calls for ban on social media for children under 16; urges governments to...

Pinterest CEO Bill Ready has urged governments to ban social media for users under 16, citing risks like addiction, anxiety, and lack of safeguards, calling current platforms unsafe for young users.

OpenAI plans bulk hiring to take on Anthropic and Google

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OpenAI plans bulk hiring to take on Anthropic and Google

OpenAI is preparing a large hiring push to expand its workforce, strengthen enterprise offerings, and respond to rising competition from Anthropic and Google in the AI market.

CVS Health VP of AI platforms runs 397B-parameter model locally on MacBook Pro, says “this changes what’s...

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CVS Health VP of AI platforms runs 397B-parameter model locally on MacBook Pro, says “this changes what’s..."

Dan Woods demonstrates running a 397B parameter AI model locally on a MacBook Pro, using Apple’s flash-based method to reduce memory use and enable large-model inference.

Google rolls out its biggest Maps overhaul in a decade: 8 big changes to know

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Google rolls out its biggest Maps overhaul in a decade: 8 big changes to know

Google has rolled out a major Maps update, introducing improved navigation, real-time alerts, and smarter route planning aimed at making daily travel more predictable and informed.

Galaxy S25 Ultra price cut: The last-generation flagship now costs Rs...

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Galaxy S25 Ultra price cut: The last-generation flagship now costs Rs...

Samsung’s last-generation flagship, the Galaxy S25 Ultra, has received a price cut in India. The smartphone, which was earlier listed at Rs 1,29,999 for the 256GB variant, is now available at Rs 1,08,918 on Flipkart.

Indian government issues 'critical' warning for iPhone, iPad and Mac users: How to check and fix the issue

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Indian government issues 'critical' warning for iPhone, iPad and Mac users: How to check and fix the issue

CERT-In has issued a critical warning for Apple users in India, highlighting vulnerabilities that could allow remote code execution, data access and system compromise across iPhone, iPad and Mac devices.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shuts down Metaverse; ex-employee says 'management out of touch with how young people actually use...'

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shuts down Metaverse; ex-employee says 'management out of touch with how young people actually use...'

Meta is scaling back its metaverse ambitions after billions in losses, cutting jobs and shutting down Horizon Worlds VR support, while former employees blame internal mismanagement and unclear product direction.

How to track flights on your iPhone without downloading any app

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How to track flights on your iPhone without downloading any app

Flight tracking apps are everywhere, but your iPhone has been doing it quietly for years. iOS can pull live flight data straight from text and search—no downloads required.

Crypto.com cuts 12% jobs, says AI shift is no longer optional

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Crypto.com cuts 12% jobs, says AI shift is no longer optional

Crypto.com is laying off 12% of its workforce as it pivots to AI, joining a growing list of companies restructuring teams around automation and smaller, more efficient operations.

Samsung announces ‘Galaxy Forever’ initiative to make it easier for users to buy Galaxy flagship smartphones

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Samsung announces ‘Galaxy Forever’ initiative to make it easier for users to buy Galaxy flagship smartphones

Samsung has launched Galaxy Forever in India, allowing users to buy Galaxy S26 Ultra and S26 Plus with 50% upfront cost, flexible upgrade options, and assured buyback after one year.

Apple earns nearly $900M from GenAI apps as ChatGPT dominates

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Apple earns nearly $900M from GenAI apps as ChatGPT dominates

Apple’s App Store is quietly cashing in on the AI boom, with generative AI apps—led overwhelmingly by ChatGPT—driving a sharp rise in revenue through 2025.

Samsung Galaxy M17e goes on sale in India: Six things to know before buying

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Samsung Galaxy M17e goes on sale in India: Six things to know before buying

Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G goes on sale in India starting at Rs 12,999, offering a 6000mAh battery, 120Hz display, Dimensity 6300 chipset and up to six years of software updates.

Meta rolls out AI systems to police scams, abuse, and harmful content

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Meta rolls out AI systems to police scams, abuse, and harmful content

Meta is shifting more content moderation work to AI, claiming better accuracy and faster enforcement, even as it reduces reliance on human reviewers and third-party moderation vendors.

OpenAI plans ‘super app’ to merge ChatGPT, browser and Codex

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OpenAI plans ‘super app’ to merge ChatGPT, browser and Codex

OpenAI is merging its browser, ChatGPT, and Codex into a single desktop app, aiming to simplify its growing product lineup and double down on productivity-focused use cases.

“ChatGPT did not create dog cancer cure,” experts clarify viral claim

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“ChatGPT did not create dog cancer cure,” experts clarify viral claim

A viral claim suggested AI cured a dog’s cancer, but experts say human researchers led the treatment while chatbots played only a supporting research role.

BGMI 4.3 update is now rolling out with revamped UI and card collection system

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BGMI 4.3 update is now rolling out with revamped UI and card collection system

BGMI 4.3 update introduces a redesigned interface and a new card collection system, alongside collaborations and returning modes, marking a shift in gameplay structure and player progression mechanics.

OpenAI signals shift in ChatGPT pricing, questions long-term relevance of ‘unlimited’ AI plans

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OpenAI signals shift in ChatGPT pricing, questions long-term relevance of ‘unlimited’ AI plans

OpenAI is rethinking ChatGPT pricing as rising compute costs and usage challenge unlimited plans. The company is exploring models that better align pricing with usage.

X (Twitter) down: Thousands of users globally are facing issues with app, feed and website

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X (Twitter) down: Thousands of users globally are facing issues with app, feed and website

X (formerly Twitter) is facing a spike in outages with over 36,000 reports logged globally, with users reporting issues related to the app, feed, and website access.

“Two tweets don’t equal fraud”: Musk defends actions as jury weighs Twitter shareholder claims

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“Two tweets don’t equal fraud”: Musk defends actions as jury weighs Twitter shareholder claims

A US jury weighs Elon Musk committed securities fraud during Twitter acquisition, as shareholders allege his tweets on fake accounts impacted stock prices, while Musk maintains his intent was genuine.

OpenAI announces GPT 5.4 mini and nano: All the details

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OpenAI announces GPT 5.4 mini and nano: All the details

OpenAI has launched GPT-5.4 mini and nano, focusing on faster performance, lower cost, and improved coding and reasoning capabilities for developers and high-volume AI workloads.

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