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AI wins 'gold medal' at the Math Olympiad: Here’s why Google and OpenAI are  making noise about it

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AI wins 'gold medal' at the Math Olympiad: Here’s why Google and OpenAI are  making noise about it

Both companies used general-purpose AI models — presumably more advanced than what’s publicly available — and ran them under IMO conditions, i.e. no internet access, no external tools, and a strict time limit.

Oppo K13 Turbo series with 1.5K 120Hz AMOLED screen, 7000mAh battery launched: Price, specs

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Oppo K13 Turbo series with 1.5K 120Hz AMOLED screen, 7000mAh battery launched: Price, specs

Oppo has introduced the K13 Turbo and K13 Turbo Pro smartphones in China, with a 7,000 mAh battery and a 50MP primary camera. While the K13 Turbo is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8450 SoC, the K13 Turbo Pro is backed by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC.

GrokAI sees big jump in downloads and revenue after launch of Grok 4

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GrokAI sees big jump in downloads and revenue after launch of Grok 4

Elon Musk’s Grok AI surges in downloads and revenue after Grok 4 launch, with daily earnings crossing $400K. Full details inside.

Google fixes this major bug in Maps: All the details

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Google fixes this major bug in Maps: All the details

Google has fixed this major bug in Maps app, that was affecting millons of users.

“I panicked instead of thinking…” AI platform deletes entire company database and lies about it

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“I panicked instead of thinking…” AI platform deletes entire company database and lies about it

An AI accidentally deleted an entire company’s live database and admitted to panicking. Here’s what happened and how it turned into a costly disaster.

“People who use AI…” Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas urges people to stop scrolling Instagram and do this instead

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“People who use AI…” Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas urges people to stop scrolling Instagram and do this instead

Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas says people using AI will have better careers. Time to cut Instagram and master AI tools.

Cyberattack forces 158-year-old UK transport company to shut down, 700 employees lose their jobs

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Cyberattack forces 158-year-old UK transport company to shut down, 700 employees lose their jobs

Cyberattack wipes out historic UK logistics company, leaving 700 jobless. Experts warn ransomware cases are rapidly rising in the UK.

5 Android settings you should change right now to make your phone faster

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5 Android settings you should change right now to make your phone faster

Speed up your Android in minutes! Here are 5 simple settings you can change right now to make your phone faster and smoother.

ChatGPT handles 2.5 billion prompts daily, surging toward Google-like scale

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ChatGPT handles 2.5 billion prompts daily, surging toward Google-like scale

In December 2024, CEO Sam Altman said the AI model was seeing over 1 billion queries per day. That means usage has more than doubled in just eight months.

Google Pixel 10 series may come in 2 bold new colours

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Google Pixel 10 series may come in 2 bold new colours

Google Pixel 10 may launch in bold new colours like Indigo and Limoncello, with a triple-camera setup and Tensor G5 chip. Launch set for August 20.

Qualcomm’s XR Day India spotlights smart glasses push with Snapdragon-powered devices

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Qualcomm’s XR Day India spotlights smart glasses push with Snapdragon-powered devices

Looking to buy a new mobile phone under Rs 30,000 in July 2025 but confused which one would be better for you? Here are the top 10 best mobile phones under Rs 30,000 that are tried-and-tested picks offering covering performance, design, battery, and camera.

Microsoft warns of active attacks on its SharePoint software with over 10,000 organisations at risk

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Microsoft warns of active attacks on its SharePoint software with over 10,000 organisations at risk

The flaw, initially identified by Dutch-based Eye Security, affects SharePoint Subscription Edition and older versions like SharePoint 2016 and 2019.

Elon Musk’s X rejects French data probe, calls it politically motivated

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Elon Musk’s X rejects French data probe, calls it politically motivated

Calling the investigation unfair and preloaded with bias, X said its refusal to comply is legally justified and not taken lightly. The platform maintains it is being unfairly targeted for political reasons under the guise of legal scrutiny.

“AI will replace…” Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas says this profession will vanish in 6 months

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“AI will replace…” Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas says this profession will vanish in 6 months

Srinivas says Comet can, for example, find engineers from Stanford who’ve worked at top AI companies, collect their LinkedIn profiles, grab contact details, and even send personalised emails all without any human input.

Netflix is using artificial intelligence to generate VFX effects for this upcoming TV series

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Netflix is using artificial intelligence to generate VFX effects for this upcoming TV series

Netflix used generative AI in the new series, claiming it helped speed up production and reduce costs, while still involving real creators and visual effects professionals.

Genshin Impact version 5.8 codes for July 2025: Complete list, steps to redeem and more

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Genshin Impact version 5.8 codes for July 2025: Complete list, steps to redeem and more

The Genshin Impact 5.8 codes have arrived, providing you with free Primogems, Mora, Hero's Wit, Adventurer's Experience, and more. Hence, if you are running out of Primogems and don’t want to spend your money, then all you need are the latest Genshin Impact codes for July 2025.

PAN card scam alert: Email from 'PAN 2.0' is a scam; government says “Do not…”

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PAN card scam alert: Email from 'PAN 2.0' is a scam; government says “Do not…”

Email circulating online about PAN 2.0 cards is fake and government has issued an important advisory about it.

OpenAI to cross 1 million GPUs in 2025 but Sam Altman wants more

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OpenAI to cross 1 million GPUs in 2025 but Sam Altman wants more

As AI models grow in size, complexity, and capability, they demand exponentially more compute power—particularly from GPUs, which are essential for training and running large-scale neural networks.

Elon Musk is back to working 7 days a week: Here’s why

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Elon Musk is back to working 7 days a week: Here’s why

This isn’t the first time Musk has talked about his extreme work habits. In past interviews, Musk revealed he once worked up to 120 hours a week when Tesla was struggling to deliver the Model 3.

Here’s when Apple may launch its first foldable iPhone

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Here’s when Apple may launch its first foldable iPhone

The device is expected to cost around $2,000 (approximately Rs 1,66,000), feature a large 7.8-inch internal display, and a 5.5-inch outer screen.

Elon Musk confirms Baby Grok, a dedicated AI companion for kids

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Elon Musk confirms Baby Grok, a dedicated AI companion for kids

Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI has announced Baby Grok, a kid-friendly version of its chatbot. Designed to be safe and educational, Baby Grok aims to offer a child-appropriate alternative after concerns over Grok’s adult-like personas.

Pushpa actor uses 17-year-old dumb phone worth Rs 10 Lakh and here’s why everyone is talking about it

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Pushpa actor uses 17-year-old dumb phone worth Rs 10 Lakh and here’s why everyone is talking about it

The phone in question isn’t your average Rs 1,500 feature phone. It’s a Vertu Ascent Retro, a handcrafted luxury phone that costs nearly Rs 10 lakh—yes, you read that right.

Elon Musk mocks Sam Altman and Jony Ive after Astronomer CEO’s ‘kiss cam’ video goes viral

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Elon Musk mocks Sam Altman and Jony Ive after Astronomer CEO’s ‘kiss cam’ video goes viral

Elon Musk posted a meme on X (formerly Twitter), showing OpenAI boss Sam Altman and former Apple designer Jony Ive edited into the same “kiss cam” scene.

OpenAI's AI model achieves "gold medal" in Math Olympiad: All the details

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OpenAI's AI model achieves "gold medal" in Math Olympiad: All the details

Announced by OpenAI research scientist Alexander Wei on X, the AI scored 35 out of 42 points by solving five of the competition’s six notoriously tough problems.

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