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BOULT co-founder Varun Gupta accuses rivals of using threats, fake reviews and pressure tactics to destroy company

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BOULT co-founder Varun Gupta accuses rivals of using threats, fake reviews and pressure tactics to destroy company

In a fiery LinkedIn post, Gupta shared what he called the “ugly side” of the business, saying the team at BOULT faced pressure and intimidation simply for building a product that was doing well.

How a harmless iPhone feature is secretly helping people cheat on their partners

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How a harmless iPhone feature is secretly helping people cheat on their partners

Many iPhone users are secretly using the Notes app to cheat on their partners by taking advantage of its shared note feature. Here’s how the trick works and why it’s so hard to catch.

Microsoft reveals major macOS privacy flaw ‘that could expose Apple Intelligence data

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Microsoft reveals major macOS privacy flaw ‘that could expose Apple Intelligence data

The exploit worked by dropping malicious Spotlight plugins into user-writable directories. Spotlight would automatically index these plugins and, crucially, execute them without user interaction.

Amazon launches Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) in India: Price, features, and more

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Amazon launches Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) in India: Price, features, and more

This latest Echo Show sports a compact 5.5-inch smart display, now with sleeker rounded edges and an infinity cover glass. The Echo Show 5 includes a physical camera shutter, mic mute button, and settings to view or delete voice recordings.

Ola’s AI startup Krutrim lays off over 100 employees in second round of job cuts, report claims

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Ola’s AI startup Krutrim lays off over 100 employees in second round of job cuts, report claims

Krutrim had about 600 people in this department alone, and now a significant chunk has been let go. This comes just weeks after the company’s first round of layoffs in June, which impacted over a dozen roles.

Jack Dorsey’s Bluetooth-based messaging app ‘bitchat mesh’ launches on iPhone

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Jack Dorsey’s Bluetooth-based messaging app ‘bitchat mesh’ launches on iPhone

Built over a weekend and released as an open-source project, bitchat mesh is designed for hyperlocal messaging. Users are automatically assigned a random @ handle upon launch (customisable via a simple tap), and can message others nearby using only Bluetooth signals.

Delhites can win up to Rs 50,000 by reporting traffic violations on Prahari app: What it is and how it works

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Delhites can win up to Rs 50,000 by reporting traffic violations on Prahari app: What it is and how it works

Delhiites can now earn up to Rs 50,000 by reporting traffic violations through the Traffic Prahari app. Here's how the app works, what you can report, and how the rewards are given.

Microsoft brings Copilot mode to Edge as it joins AI browser race

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Microsoft brings Copilot mode to Edge as it joins AI browser race

This move places Microsoft firmly in the browser AI arms race. It’s competing with rivals like Perplexity, Opera’s Aria, OpenAI-backed integrations, and The Browser Company’s Arc browser, all of which are positioning AI as the new standard for internet navigation.

Turkey earthquake: What is Android’s Earthquake Alert System and how its failure led to thousands of deaths

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Turkey earthquake: What is Android’s Earthquake Alert System and how its failure led to thousands of deaths

Google's Android alert system failed to warn millions before Turkey’s deadly 2023 quake, raising concerns about its reliability.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max to get massive camera upgrade: Likely to get an 8x optical zoom and a brand new lens system

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Apple iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max to get massive camera upgrade: Likely to get an 8x optical zoom and a brand new lens system

NASA faces crisis as 4,000 staff apply for exit: All the details

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NASA faces crisis as 4,000 staff apply for exit: All the details

NASA is undergoing its biggest internal shake-up in decades, with nearly 4,000 employees opting into a controversial voluntary resignation scheme. The move follows sweeping budget cuts and growing unrest within the agency over the Trump administration’s direction for U.S. space policy.

Alibaba’s first AI smart glasses arrive and may give Meta, OpenAI a reason to worry

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Alibaba’s first AI smart glasses arrive and may give Meta, OpenAI a reason to worry

While Alibaba hasn’t yet revealed pricing or technical specs, the move signals just how seriously Chinese tech giants are taking the AI hardware push.

Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas questions Google browser’s future; netizens react

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Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas questions Google browser’s future; netizens react

Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas questioned if users will still use Chrome in 2030 as Comet gains attention for its AI-native approach, sparking debate among netizens.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra to get 'biggest-ever' discount in the Amazon Great Freedom Festival sale 2025

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra to get 'biggest-ever' discount in the Amazon Great Freedom Festival sale 2025

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra to be available for Rs 79,999 during Amazon’s Great Freedom Sale, starting July 31 for Prime members.

Google Pixel 6a bursts into flames just inches away from user while he was sleeping

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Google Pixel 6a bursts into flames just inches away from user while he was sleeping

A Google Pixel 6a reportedly caught fire while charging just 40cm away from a sleeping user. The incident damaged the room and raised serious concerns about battery safety. Here's what happened and what the user experienced.

Samsung announces third-edition of Walk-a-thon India challenge: Date, how to participate, prize and more

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Samsung announces third-edition of Walk-a-thon India challenge: Date, how to participate, prize and more

Samsung India launches third edition of Walk-a-thon India challenge. Participants completing 200,000 steps from August 1-30 can win Galaxy Watch8 or discount coupons worth INR 15,000.

How to read deleted WhatsApp Messages in 5 simple steps

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How to read deleted WhatsApp Messages in 5 simple steps

Want to read deleted WhatsApp messages? Here's a simple guide with 5 effective ways to try, including using backup, notification history, and more, no third-party apps required.

9 Guinness World Records that GTA V has created

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9 Guinness World Records that GTA V has created

Even a decade after release, Rockstar Games’ GTA V continues to dominate the gaming world—not just in sales, but in record books too. Here are some of the most astonishing Guinness World Records held by the iconic open-world epic.

Redmi Note 14 SE 5G launched in India at Rs 13,999: 5 key highlights

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Redmi Note 14 SE 5G launched in India at Rs 13,999: 5 key highlights

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G in India at an effective price of Rs 13,999. Here's a quick look at its key features, including a 120Hz AMOLED display, 50MP camera, and Dolby Atmos speakers.

The women who was paralysed from 20 years become world's first female to gets Elon Musk’s Neuralink chip; can now write and draw with her mind

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The women who was paralysed from 20 years become world's first female to gets Elon Musk’s Neuralink chip; can now write and draw with her mind

Audrey Crews writes her name using only her thoughts via Neuralink.

Samsung is reportedly removing the bootloader unlocking on all phones with One UI 8 update

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Samsung is reportedly removing the bootloader unlocking on all phones with One UI 8 update

Samsung is reportedly removing the bootloader unlocking option on more phones with the One UI 8 update, extending the restriction beyond US models.

Google failed to warn 10 million before deadly Turkey earthquake that killed over 55,000 people

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Google failed to warn 10 million before deadly Turkey earthquake that killed over 55,000 people

Over 55,000 people died, and more than 100,000 were injured in the back-to-back quakes that hit southeastern Turkey. Most people had no warning before their buildings collapsed.

Google Gemini crosses 450 million users: 5 things to know

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Google Gemini crosses 450 million users: 5 things to know

Google’s Gemini app has crossed 450 million monthly active users, with India playing a major role in its growth. Here's a quick look at what’s driving its popularity and what the AI app offers.

iPhone 17 Pro may get 3 major camera upgrades, new leak suggests

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iPhone 17 Pro may get 3 major camera upgrades, new leak suggests

The information reportedly comes from someone involved in the making of a commercial for the iPhone 17 Pro. The source is anonymous and unverified, but it offers a peek into what Apple might be cooking up.

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