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MakeMyTrip rolls out new multilingual GenAI assistant to book flights, hotels, and more
According to MakeMyTrip, the human-like conversation system is powered by a network of specialised AI agents across categories like flights, hotels, trains, forex, visas, and transport.
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‘Police said I was wanted…’ London man says facial recognition tech mistook him for a criminal
A London man was mistakenly flagged as a wanted criminal by facial recognition technology, leading to a terrifying police encounter. He shares how the incident unfolded and why it raises concerns about AI surveillance.
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Instagram announces new reel Repost, Maps and more: 5 things to know
Instagram has launched five new features designed to strengthen how users interact with friends and discover content. The update brings reposts for reels and posts, a location-sharing map, and a new “Friends” tab in Reels — all aimed at making Instagram more socially connected.
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Why Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is 'planning' a “full-scale raid” on Mira Murati's startup
After Mira Murati rejected Meta’s $1 billion offer, CEO Mark Zuckerberg reportedly launched a full-scale raid on her startup, aggressively trying to hire away top AI talent from Thinking AI.
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Bengaluru saree shop uses ChatGPT-style ad to woo buyers, internet calls it ‘Peak Bengaluru’
A Bengaluru saree shop’s ChatGPT-style ad is winning hearts online ahead of the Varamahalakshmi festival. Here’s why the internet can’t stop talking about it.
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OpenAI to launch GPT-5, its most powerful model today: What to expect
While OpenAI hasn’t revealed specifics, GPT-5 is widely expected to be a significant upgrade over GPT-4 and GPT-4o. Improvements could include better reasoning, longer context windows, fewer hallucinations, and improved reliability across domains like coding, maths, and scientific writing
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Will iPhones become even more expensive after Donald Trump’s 50% tariff on India?
For now, iPhone prices are safe from this 50% tariff. But things could change depending on future trade decisions. If you're planning to buy an iPhone soon, there's no immediate reason to panic
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Instagram’s new reposting and map features are facing a ‘big’ backlash, here’s why
Instagram’s new repost and map features have triggered backlash online, with users accusing the platform of copying rivals like TikTok and Twitter.
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Microsoft may tighten office attendance rules for some employees in 2026, here's why
If implemented, the new policy would align Microsoft more closely with Google and Meta, both of which expect employees to work on-site three days per week. Amazon has gone even further, demanding full-time office attendance,
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‘We continue to send billions of clicks’, says Google as it denies AI is killing web traffic
Google’s defence comes as studies continue to show growing “zero-click” search behavior — where users get answers directly from search pages without visiting any websites.
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Meet Guided Learning, Google Gemini's answer to ChatGPT's Study Mode for students
With guided learning, Google appears to be countering that perception by offering a mode that encourages genuine learning and concept mastery. Whether students will actually choose to use it as intended, though, is another matter entirely.
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4 things you should never use ChatGPT for
ChatGPT is a powerful tool, but it’s not meant for everything. People might get carried away interacting with an AI chatbot but one should always be mindful. Here are four areas where you should be cautious or avoid using it altogether.
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Microsoft brings OpenAI’s new free GPT model to Windows 11
The model is optimised to run efficiently on a range of Windows hardware, making it ideal for building autonomous assistants or integrating AI into workflows, especially in environments with limited internet bandwidth.
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This US state has banned ChatGPT and others from providing therapy
Under the new law, AI platforms cannot generate treatment plans, assess emotional states, or offer therapy services unless overseen by a licensed human professional. Violators could face fines up to $10,000.
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After Mira Murati declined Meta’s $1 billion bid, angry Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg responded with a “full-scale...”
After Mira Murati rejected Meta’s $1 billion offer to acquire her AI startup, CEO Mark Zuckerberg reportedly launched a recruitment drive, targeting over a dozen Thinking Machines employees.
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Google hit by cyberattack targeting Salesforce data: 5 key updates
Google has confirmed a data breach involving its Salesforce database. The hacker group ShinyHunters accessed customer contact info. Here are 5 key things you should know about the attack, the stolen data, and what it means for users.
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Apple releases new firmware update for 25W MagSafe charger: 4 things to know
Apple has rolled out a new firmware update (version 2A168) for its 25W MagSafe Charger, bringing minor version changes but no official details on what’s new. Here are the key points.
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Meta accused of secretly collecting period, fertility data of 3.7 million women through Flo app
Meta has been found guilty of secretly collecting sensitive period and fertility data from users of the Flo app. The jury ruling affects over 3.7 million women and raises major concerns about digital privacy and health data tracking.
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5 best tech Rakhi gifts for your sister under Rs 1,999
Looking for a thoughtful and modern Rakhi gift for your sister? Here are ten affordable and practical tech options that you can find on Amazon or Flipkart, all priced under 1,999. The list includes popular brands like Redmi, OnePlus, Mivi, Honeywell, and Ambrane—each known for dependable products with a youthful appeal.
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WhatsApp Guest Mode will let you chat with someone without the app, here’s how
WhatsApp is testing a 'Guest Chats' feature that lets users chat with non-WhatsApp users without requiring them to install the app or create an account.
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Redmi is now REDMI: Xiaomi reveals new logo and design makeover after 11 years
REDMI is all set to launch its next big product,the Redmi Note 15 series, on August 19, 2025.
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Samsung Expands One UI 8 Beta to more Galaxy smartphones: All the details
Samsung expands its One UI 8 beta to more Galaxy devices, bringing smarter AI, multimodal interactions, and Gemini voice assistant support to the S24, Z Fold6, and Z Flip6 series.
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“Next 15 years will be hell..." Former Google executive warns AI will replace nearly every human job
Former Google exec Mo Gawdat warns that AI could eliminate most human jobs within 15 years — even CEO roles. He predicts massive social upheaval, a vanishing middle class, and urges urgent preparation for an AI-dominated future.
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Elon Musk urges Mark Zuckerberg to ‘do something great’ instead of paying huge salaries to poach talent
Elon Musk has taken a dig at Mark Zuckerberg, saying Meta is trying to poach AI talent with sky-high pay. Musk claims his company xAI is attracting top engineers from Meta without offering “insane” salaries and urges Zuckerberg to “do something great” instead.
