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WhatsApp chats leaked via spy app lead to divorce: 5 ways to ensure your phone is spy-free

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WhatsApp chats leaked via spy app lead to divorce: 5 ways to ensure your phone is spy-free

WhatsApp chat leaked via spy app leads to divorce: 5 ways to ensure your phone is spy-free

ChatGPT sees 26 million downloads, $9 million in revenue in 2025 as AI app usage skyrockets worldwide

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ChatGPT sees 26 million downloads, $9 million in revenue in 2025 as AI app usage skyrockets worldwide

ChatGPT led the global AI app surge in 2025 with 26 million downloads and $9 million in revenue, making it the most popular artificial intelligence app worldwide.

Lava Dragon 5G 10-point quick review: What the new budget phone offers

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Lava Dragon 5G 10-point quick review: What the new budget phone offers

The Lava Blaze Dragon 5G aims to shake up the entry-level 5G smartphone space in India with a bold promise—delivering well-rounded performance, clean software, and a host of practical features at a budget price. Here’s a look at what this new contender actually brings to the table:

What is Kiss Cam? The viral moment that exposed Astronomer CEO Andy Bryon and HR head Kristin Cabot

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What is Kiss Cam? The viral moment that exposed Astronomer CEO Andy Bryon and HR head Kristin Cabot

A Kiss Cam is a popular feature at sports events and concerts where couples are shown on a big screen and encouraged to kiss. It recently went viral after exposing an affair at a Coldplay concert, raising curiosity about how it works, its origin, and why it’s called the Kiss Cam.

5 bold predictions Mark Zuckerberg made about the future of AI

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5 bold predictions Mark Zuckerberg made about the future of AI

Mark Zuckerberg has shared 5 bold predictions about the future of AI—from personal superintelligence to always-on assistants. Here’s what he thinks is coming next and how it could transform your daily life.

OnePlus Independence Day sale goes live in India today: Top 5 deals on phones, tablets and earbuds

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OnePlus Independence Day sale goes live in India today: Top 5 deals on phones, tablets and earbuds

OnePlus has kicked off its 2025 Independence Day Sale with big discounts on smartphones, tablets, and earbuds. Get details on exchange offers, bank discounts, and where to shop—both online and offline.

Google will now guess your age using AI and lock you out if you are under 18

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Google will now guess your age using AI and lock you out if you are under 18

Google is rolling out a new AI-powered age detection tool to protect users under 18 by limiting access to certain features, ads, and apps. Here's how it works and what it means for teens and parents.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival sale 2025 is now live for Prime members: 5 smartphone deals to check out

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Amazon Great Freedom Festival sale 2025 is now live for Prime members: 5 smartphone deals to check out

Here are 5 smartphone deals that you can look at during the ongoing Great Freedom Festival sale on Amazon

Microsoft Study lists 40 jobs that could be replaced by AI sooner than you think: Check out the list

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Microsoft Study lists 40 jobs that could be replaced by AI sooner than you think: Check out the list

Microsoft’s new study warns that AI could replace 40 common jobs, including writers, translators, and customer service reps. See which roles are most and least at risk.

Microsoft salaries, bonus and stock grants leaked: Engineers who stay long enough could retire with $13 million net worth

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Microsoft salaries, bonus and stock grants leaked: Engineers who stay long enough could retire with $13 million net worth

A leaked Microsoft pay chart shows engineers can earn up to $2.7 million annually and retire with $13 million by staying long-term.

Meta apps reach 3.4 billion daily users as Mark Zuckerberg says AI increased time spent on Facebook, Instagram

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Meta apps reach 3.4 billion daily users as Mark Zuckerberg says AI increased time spent on Facebook, Instagram

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said that Meta’s AI systems are rapidly improving in connecting people with meaningful, interesting content that matches their tastes.

Superintelligence, Superclusters, and star engineers: Meta doubles down on AI with $72 billion infrastructure push

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Superintelligence, Superclusters, and star engineers: Meta doubles down on AI with $72 billion infrastructure push

CFO Susan Li confirmed the company will “significantly ramp” AI infrastructure spending again in 2026, viewing it as Meta’s strategic moat in the race for top-tier models and product experiences.

Azure, AI, and more: Microsoft closes FY25 with record numbers and big returns

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Azure, AI, and more: Microsoft closes FY25 with record numbers and big returns

For the quarter ended June 30, 2025, the tech giant posted revenue of $76.4 billion, up 18% year-over-year, while net income rose 24% to $27.2 billion.

Mark Zuckerberg outlines Meta’s vision for "personal superintelligence and says it's all about you

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Mark Zuckerberg outlines Meta’s vision for "personal superintelligence and says it's all about you

In a blog post, Mark Zuckerberg says the company is now seeing early signs of its AI models improving themselves. Though the pace is currently slow, the trajectory is unmistakable — superintelligence is now within sight.

Samsung signs MoU with Startup India to support young innovators and boost Solve for Tomorrow initiative

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Samsung signs MoU with Startup India to support young innovators and boost Solve for Tomorrow initiative

Samsung and Startup India sign MoU to support youth innovators in Tier 2 and Tier 3 towns under the Solve for Tomorrow initiative.

Tsunami warning: 5 features you should enable to get  real-time alerts and emergency notifications on Android and iPhone

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Tsunami warning: 5 features you should enable to get real-time alerts and emergency notifications on Android and iPhone

Following the earthquake off the coast of Russia and the resulting tsunami warning for nearby regions, smartphone users can take key steps to stay informed. Both Android and iOS offer built-in features that send real-time alerts, share safety instructions, and let users reach emergency contacts quickly. Enabling these features could make a significant difference during natural disasters.

How students can learn using ChatGPT's new Study Mode that's available for all users: A step-by-step guide

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How students can learn using ChatGPT's new Study Mode that's available for all users: A step-by-step guide

OpenAI has introduced a new Study Mode in ChatGPT to help students learn through guided exploration rather than instant answers. Here’s a clear 10-step guide on how to get started and who can use it.

These jobs could vanish in India by 2030 as AI takes over routine work, new report warns

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These jobs could vanish in India by 2030 as AI takes over routine work, new report warns

A new report warns that routine jobs like data entry and telecalling could disappear in India by 2030 as AI takes over repetitive tasks. Find out which roles are most at risk and why.

Meta poaches yet another AI researcher from Apple

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Meta poaches yet another AI researcher from Apple

Apple’s AFM team is responsible for building the backbone of its generative AI efforts—models that power features like Apple Intelligence and the upcoming revamp of Siri.

Moto G86 Power 5G launched in India with 6,720mAh battery and 50MP camera: Price, features and more

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Moto G86 Power 5G launched in India with 6,720mAh battery and 50MP camera: Price, features and more

Motorola has launched the Moto G86 Power 5G in India with a 6,720mAh battery, Sony LYTIA-600 camera, and Dimensity 7400 SoC.

Chinese startup brand Zhipu launches GLM-4.5 with intelligent agent capabilities: All the details

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Chinese startup brand Zhipu launches GLM-4.5 with intelligent agent capabilities: All the details

Vivo X Fold 5 goes on sale in India: Price, specifications and other key details to know

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Vivo X Fold 5 goes on sale in India: Price, specifications and other key details to know

Vivo X Fold5 is now on sale in India at Rs 1,49,999. It features a massive 6,000mAh battery, ZEISS triple 50MP cameras, and India’s brightest foldable display. Here's a quick look at its key specs, pricing, offers, and where to buy.

Why Mira Murati’s team rejected Mark Zuckerberg’s $1 Billion offer to join Meta’s AI dream team

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Why Mira Murati’s team rejected Mark Zuckerberg’s $1 Billion offer to join Meta’s AI dream team

Mark Zuckerberg reportedly offered up to $1 billion to poach top AI talent from Mira Murati’s Thinking Machines Lab. But the team turned him down. Here's why they chose to stay—and what it means for the AI race.

Elon Musk says ‘researcher’ is a pretentious, outdated job title, xAI to use only ‘engineer’ now

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Elon Musk says ‘researcher’ is a pretentious, outdated job title, xAI to use only ‘engineer’ now

Elon Musk says there will be no ‘researchers’ at xAI—just engineers who can actually build things. In a tweet, he called the researcher title “made-up” and “pretentious,” sparking a fresh debate in the AI world.

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