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Microsoft quietly made $7.6 billion from OpenAI as AI revenues surge
Microsoft’s long and occasionally tense partnership with OpenAI is proving enormously lucrative. As OpenAI’s revenues surge at an unprecedented pace, Microsoft has quietly booked a massive financial gain, reinforcing just how central AI has become to its growth story.
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Google bets big on AI for learning in India, announces Rs 85 crore education push
Citing new Ipsos research, Google says India now tops daily Gemini usage for learning. To build on that momentum, the company has announced fresh partnerships, investments, and AI-powered education tools aimed at students, teachers, and institutions.
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Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 display, processor and other details revealed ahead of the official launch
Xiaomi is set to launch the Redmi Turbo 5 in China with a 2K OLED display, MediaTek Dimensity chipset, large battery, fast charging support, and upgraded cooling, ahead of its official announcement.
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Explained: What are WhatsApp’s new ‘Strict Account Settings’, what changes, who can use, and more
The rollout comes just days after Meta was sued over alleged false claims about WhatsApp’s privacy protections, putting fresh attention on how the platform handles user security.
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'What's happening with ICE is...', Sam Altman addresses the issue in an internal memo to staff
In an internal Slack message seen by The New York Times, Altman called for a clearer distinction between deporting violent criminals and broader enforcement, while urging political leaders to restore trust through transparency.
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Amazon accidentally sends layoff email, fuelling fears of fresh job cuts
An internal Amazon email sent in apparent error has fuelled expectations of another round of job cuts, with cloud and retail divisions now firmly in the spotlight as the company continues to streamline its workforce and double down on AI-driven efficiency.
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WhatsApp publicly rebuts Elon Musk, says Meta cannot read user messages
The company says chats remain end-to-end encrypted and inaccessible to WhatsApp or Meta. Elon Musk, Telegram CEO have publicly claimed that WhatsApp chats aren't really safe.
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Pinterest to cut nearly 15% of workforce as it shifts focus to AI
The image-sharing platform says the layoffs will fund AI-powered products and reduce costs tied to office space
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Blinkit launches Rs 50 NCMC Bharat Yatra Card: One RuPay card for metro and bus travel across Indian cities
Blinkit has launched the NCMC Bharat Yatra Card priced at Rs 50, offering zero-KYC onboarding, RuPay support, and UPI top-ups to enable metro and bus travel across multiple Indian cities
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Trump administration pushes AI-written regulations to speed up rulemaking
The Trump administration is preparing to use artificial intelligence to draft federal transportation regulations, a move that has sparked concern inside the US Department of Transportation over safety, accountability and the risk of costly mistakes.
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Apple launches new AirTag with longer range, louder speaker, and more: Price, features
The new AirTag adds a more powerful Ultra Wideband chip, a much louder speaker, and for the first time, support for Precision Finding on Apple Watch, all while retaining Apple’s emphasis on privacy and anti-stalking safeguards.
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Republic Day 2026 wishes: How to create custom WhatsApp stickers, greetings and more using AI
Republic Day 2026 offers a chance to share personalised wishes. WhatsApp’s AI tools and third-party apps allow users to create custom stickers, greetings and visuals with simple text prompts.
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Google confirms Gmail issue causing spam warnings and delayed emails
Google has confirmed an issue with Gmail’s filtering systems, saying it’s working on a fix as users flag delayed emails and alarming spam warnings.
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TikTok’s US ownership deal explained: Who owns it now and what it means for users
After years of political pressure, legal battles, and repeated deadline extensions, TikTok’s future in the US has finally taken a clearer shape. The creation of a new US-based joint venture changes who owns the platform, who controls its data, and how the app will operate going forward.
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Apple AI Wearable Pin is under development; here’s what to expect
Apple is reportedly working on an AI-powered wearable pin, according to a report by The Information. The device, still under development, is expected to be a clip-on accessory designed to be worn on clothing.
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Moto Watch powered by Polar launched in India with wellness tracking and classic design
Motorola has launched the moto watch powered by Polar in India, offering advanced sleep and recovery tracking, dual-band GPS, OLED display and up to seven days of battery life.
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Microsoft 365 was down globally: Users faced issues accessing services across the platforms
Microsoft 365 services experienced a disruption on January 23, impacting users across several regions, as indicated by outage-tracking platform Downdetector.
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Grok generated 30 lakh images in 11 days; 23,000 out of them were sexualised and involved children: Report
A report claims Elon Musk-owned AI chatbot Grok generated around 30 lakh sexualised images in just 11 days, including more than 23,000 involving children, raising concerns over safeguards and content moderation.
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‘Almost everyone was laid off’: Vimeo hit by sweeping job cuts after takeover
While the company has not disclosed official numbers, former employees say the cuts were widespread, raising fresh questions about Vimeo’s future and the impact on creators who rely on the platform.
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Pioneer VREC-H520DC review: A handy choice for your daily drive
The Pioneer VREC-H520DC positions itself as a premium dashcam for everyday drivers who want reliability over gimmicks. With dual cameras, 2K front recording, ADAS features, and a clean, well-built design, it aims to deliver consistent performance rather than headline-grabbing tricks.
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Apps to avoid US products climb Denmark’s App Store after Trump's Greenland remarks
Two mobile apps designed to help consumers avoid American-made products have shot to the top of Denmark’s app charts, as public anger grows over former US President Donald Trump’s comments about taking control of Greenland
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“I won’t even start on Grok,” Sam Altman fires back at Elon Musk’s ChatGPT warning; takes a dig at Tesla
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has responded sharply to Elon Musk’s warning that people should keep their loved ones away from ChatGPT, arguing that the criticism ignores the complexity of safeguarding billions of users at scale. Altman also turned the spotlight back on Musk’s own companies, citing safety controversies around Tesla’s Autopilot and xAI’s Grok.
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Nuuk Hot Blox heater review: A smart and effective choice
The Nuuk Hot Blox smart oil-filled radiator is designed for users looking for steady, silent heating without the dryness of fan-based heaters. With app-style controls, a digital touch display, and an emphasis on energy efficiency, it aims to balance convenience, safety, and everyday usability for small to medium-sized rooms during colder months.
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OpenAI rolls out age prediction system for ChatGPT to protect under-18 users
The move comes as the AI company faces increasing regulatory scrutiny and legal pressure over how its products impact children and teenagers.
