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Panasonic launches LUMIX S1II and S1IIE in India with up to 15 stops dynamic range and AI-powered autofocus
Panasonic Life Solutions India has announced the launch of the LUMIX S1II and LUMIX S1IIE full-frame mirrorless cameras in the country. Aimed at professional photographers, filmmakers, and content creators, the new models bring upgrades in image quality, video recording formats, and AI-driven autofocus.
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Generative AI can help boost banking operations by offering better customer insights, risk management, and cost control: RBI report
RBI report says generative AI can boost banking in India by enhancing customer insights, improving risk management, and cutting costs, with the sector projected to grow sharply by 2033.
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This country’s government is worried about AI making racism and sexism worse, here’s why
Australia’s government is debating AI risks as human rights commissioner Lorraine Finlay warns it could worsen racism and sexism without regulation, citing bias in recruitment, healthcare, and overseas-trained models lacking local representation.
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WhatsApp will soon let AI rewrite your messages before you send them
For now, Writing Help is in early testing with a small group of beta users on Android (version 2.25.23.7 via the Google Play Beta programme). It could see changes before its public rollout, and more tones may be added over time.
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How to use Google’s new Preferred Sources feature in Search
Google’s new Preferred Sources feature in Search lets users in India choose favourite news sites, showing more stories from them in Top Stories and a dedicated section.
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“Stray dogs aren’t Delhi’s biggest issues…” GrokAI lists 6 important issues in Delhi that require immediate attention
Supreme Court orders stray dogs off Delhi’s streets, but GrokAI says bigger threats like air pollution, water contamination, and poor infrastructure deserve urgent attention.
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ChatGPT subscription pricing explained: Indian pricing, benefits and all other details you need to know to choose the right plan
In India, ChatGPT offers three plans — Free (₹0) with GPT-5, limited uploads, slower image generation, and restricted memory; Plus (₹1,999/month) with advanced reasoning, faster images, expanded uploads, and projects; and Pro (₹19,900/month) with pro reasoning, unlimited usage, Sora video generation, Codex, and early feature access.
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“My 6-year-old son wants to kill himself…” Mom builds AI tool to save children with mental health issues
When her 6-year-old son said he wanted to die, Hafeezah Muhammad’s life changed forever. She responded by creating an AI-powered mental health tool that is now helping thousands of children in crisis.
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NYT Mini Crossword: Clues and answers for August 14, 2025
The NYT Mini Crossword for August 14, 2025, is not yet released, as puzzles are published daily. A solution grid features interlocking answers for both across and down clues.
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Wordle today (August 14, 2025) answer: Get hints, answers and more for puzzle 1516
Wordle puzzle #1516 for August 14, 2025, features a tricky starter and uncommon letters. Hints point to a fermented milk drink, with the answer revealed as “KEFIR.”
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Kodak refutes shutdown rumors, says it’s confident of overcoming $470 million debt
Kodak admitted it has debt payments due within the next 12 months but no confirmed financing or enough available cash to meet those obligations.
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“It’s not rude to leave; it’s rude to ...”: Elon Musk shares this go-to rule about the meetings that defines his success
Elon Musk urges employees to leave meetings when they’re not adding value, calling it “not rude to leave… it’s rude to waste time,” reflecting a broader shift toward workplace autonomy and efficiency.
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Oracle layoffs: More than 100 jobs cut as AI infrastructure costs rise
Like other tech giants, Oracle is attempting to balance massive AI-related capital expenditure with operational efficiencies. Employees were informed this week that their positions had been eliminated, with some reductions tied to performance issues.
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Russia is restricting WhatsApp, Telegram voice calls, here's why
Russia has moved to restrict voice calls on WhatsApp and Telegram, citing crime prevention — a decision critics see as part of a wider campaign to tighten state control over the internet.
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'I learned two things from Elon...' says co-founder of xAI as he quits to start his own AI venture
Igor Babuschkin, a key figure in Elon Musk’s xAI and one of its co-founders, is stepping away from the high-profile AI race to launch his own venture capital firm — a move that comes after a turbulent stretch for the startup’s flagship chatbot, Grok.
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Google expands Gemini’s memory features with new privacy options
Google is upgrading Gemini with automatic memory recall, enabling the AI chatbot to remember key details from past conversations without you having to prompt it — while adding new privacy controls to manage what it keeps.
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Fastag Annual Pass to launch tomorrow (August 15, 2025): Here’s everything you should know about it
Here’s everything you should know about Fastag Annual Pass.
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Lava Blaze AMOLED 2 5G review in 9 points
The rapidly evolving budget smartphone market now includes devices like the Lava Blaze AMOLED2, which prioritizes a high refresh rate AMOLED display, improved connectivity, and faster charging. Powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7060 and featuring a 120Hz AMOLED panel and 5G, it aims to offer modern features at an entry-level 5G price – Rs 13,499 starting. After a week of use, here’s what we think about the budget 5G smartphone from Lava.
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Poco M7 Plus 5G launched: Design, display, price and 7 other things to know about the phone
Poco has expanded its smartphone portfolio in India with the launch of the Poco M7 Plus 5G. The device offers a large display, 5G connectivity, and reverse charging support, aimed at buyers looking for an all-round daily driver in the mid-range segment. Here are all the details you need to know, broken down into 11 points.
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Flipkart Freedom Sale is now live: Check out smartphone deals from Apple, Samsung, Vivo, Oppo and others
Flipkart has kicked off its Freedom Sale, offering discounts across a wide range of smartphones from leading brands such as Apple, Samsung, Vivo, Oppo and more.
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Interpol warns of rising use of AI in global scam operations: Here's what you should know
Interpol has issued warning over the increasing role of artificial intelligence in global fraud networks, cautioning that its integration into criminal schemes is making scams faster, more convincing, and harder to detect.
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Vivo V60 vs X200 FE: The battle of mid-range and affordable flagship
Here's how the Vivo V60 compares to the more premium X200FE
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Google officially teases Pixel 10 series ahead of official launch: 8 things to expect
Google has confirmed that the Pixel 10 series will be unveiled on August 20 at the Made by Google 2025 event. While the company has teased the design, recent leaks and rumors have revealed much about the upcoming smartphones. Here are eight things to expect from the Pixel 10 lineup.
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How to use Perplexity Finance to track live stock prices in India
The company has rolled out Perplexity Finance on desktop, mobile web, and its app, giving anyone instant access to live share prices from the BSE and NSE for free.
