Why Iran is naming Apple, Google and Palantir in a war: The real story behind threat to the Big Tech
Iran’s threat to US tech firms raises a bigger question: how deeply are companies like Palantir, Microsoft and Nvidia embedded in modern warfare?
April Fool’s Day 2026: 10 AI prompts that help you plan harmless pranks using Google Gemini, ChatGPT and other chatbots
AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Google Gemini are being used to plan April Fool’s pranks through structured prompts that generate detailed, harmless and reversible joke ideas.
Wordle #1747 answer today: Hints and solution for April 1 puzzle
Wordle #1747 for April 1 challenges players with a bubbly, sound-inspired word. Here are the hints, clues, and the final answer to help solve today’s puzzle.
Oppo Find X9 Ultra global launch date revealed, to come with 10x telephoto Hasselblad-tuned camera
Oppo has confirmed that the Find X9 Ultra will launch globally on April 21. It will pack a battery larger than 7,000mAh and feature a Hasselblad-tuned rear camera system.
Oracle layoffs 2026: Tech giant starts sending termination emails to over 30,000 employees globally
Oracle layoffs 2026 see employees receiving termination emails at 6AM, with up to 30,000 jobs at risk as the company restructures operations to fund AI and cloud expansion.
MIT researchers mathematically study AI ‘sycophancy’, highlight ‘delusional spiraling’ risks
MIT researchers model how AI “sycophancy” can reinforce beliefs through repeated agreement, raising concerns about “delusional spiraling” and the broader risks of relying on chatbot responses without verification.
Android God Mode threat advisory issued by National Cybercrime unit: What is it, how it works and tips to stay safe
Government warns of Android ‘God Mode’ threat that tricks users into granting control to apps. Here’s how it works, why it matters, and steps users should take to stay safe.
Google rolls out option to change usernames for Gmail users
Google now allows Gmail users to change their usernames within existing accounts, removing the need to create new IDs and enabling easier updates without losing their data or linked services.
OpenAI valued at $852 billion after completing $122 billion round
Amazon.com Inc. agreed to invest $50 billion in the round, while Nvidia Corp. and SoftBank Group Corp. each put in $30 billion
Gmail finally lets you change your email ID and ditch cringe usernames
The new feature will allow users to switch to a new Gmail address without losing their existing data. Emails, Drive files, photos and other linked services will remain intact.
Adobe launches Turntable in Illustrator: All the details
Adobe has introduced Turntable in Illustrator, a feature that generates multi-angle views from vector artwork, enabling faster animation workflows and reducing manual effort for designers and creative teams.
Oppo K15 Pro, Oppo K15 Pro+ memory configurations, colour options revealed, to launch this week
Oppo is set to unveil its K15 Pro series on April 1. The company has now opened pre-reservations for the lineup, revealing the colour options, RAM and storage configurations.
Nvidia rolls out DLSS 4.5 with dynamic multi frame generation and 6X performance boost
Nvidia has introduced DLSS 4.5 with dynamic multi frame generation, 6X performance mode, and an updated AI model, aiming to improve frame rates, image quality, and responsiveness across RTX GPUs.
Meta is testing Instagram Plus subscription: Here's what it will offer over the free account
Meta is testing Instagram Plus, a paid subscription that adds features like anonymous story viewing, extended story duration, and advanced audience controls, as it explores new revenue streams beyond advertising.
Android 17 Beta 3 brings a new 'Priority Charging' feature to speed up battery top-ups
Google has rolled out the Android 17 Beta 3 update with new visual changes and feature upgrades. One of such key features is a new ‘Priority Charging’ mode, aimed at increasing charging speed by limiting background activity.
Apple at 50: Revisiting the 1997 Microsoft deal that gave Apple a lifeline
In 1997, Microsoft invested in Apple and ensured Office support, offering cash and credibility that helped Apple stabilise and rebuild during one of its most difficult phases.
PM Modi calls this decade ‘India’s Techade’ with focus on AI, semiconductors and quantum computing
PM Narendra Modi highlights India’s rapid AI adoption, semiconductor growth, and quantum focus, calling the 2020s a ‘Techade’ that will define global technology leadership and investment opportunities.
Draft IT rules may spell trouble for news influencers as self-censorship, brand risks loom
Beyond legal implications, the amendments could trigger a cascading effect across platforms and advertisers, tightening the ecosystem around creators.
FASTag annual pass to cost more starting April 1: Here's how you can buy it online before the price hike
FASTag annual pass price will increase from Rs 3,000 to Rs 3,075 starting April 1, 2026. Eligible users can still buy it online now to avoid paying the revised fee.
Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence launched on Android and iOS: Download link, system requirements, and all other details
Ubisoft’s The Division Resurgence is now available on mobile, bringing open-world exploration, PvE and PvP modes, character customisation, and co-op gameplay to Android and iOS devices.
Government flags LPG booking scam using shortage panic, fake links, apps and QR codes; shares tips for safety
Government warns of fake LPG booking scams exploiting shortage fears, where fraudsters use links, apps, and QR codes to steal payments and sensitive personal and banking information from users.
Credit-card spending cools to 11% in FY26 amid regulatory clampdown, tighter issuance
Tighter rent payment norms, banks devaluing rewards structures and a shift towards UPI weighed on credit card spending
Arc Raiders Flashpoint update rolling out with new ARC Operations and Vaporizer enemy: Here's a complete changelog
Arc Raiders introduces the Flashpoint update with new ARC Operations, enemies, weapons, and crafting changes, bringing fresh challenges, loot opportunities, and gameplay tweaks ahead of its March 31 rollout.
Apple pulls custom VPN tools from Russian App Store as Telegram disruption deepens
Apple has removed several VPN and proxy apps from Russia’s App Store as Telegram disruptions continue, reflecting stricter internet controls and limiting tools used to bypass restrictions in the country.
Eloelo’s pitch deck reveals micro-drama boom: $230 million ARR, 27 million monthly users log 2 billion minutes amid funding talks
Riding on the micro-drama wave, the Eloelo group has also tapped investment bank Avendus to raise over $50 million in a fresh funding round, sources told Moneycontrol.
