“A job is identity, relationships, pride. Losing it is...", says Verizon ex-CEO in an open letter to 13,000 employees
In an open letter to 13,000 employees facing layoffs, Verizon’s former executive urges recognition of the human cost of job cuts, emphasising value, grief and the pathway ahead.
Tech tip of the day: How to download YouTube videos on your phone, laptop and other devices: A step-by-step guide
This step-by-step guide explains how to safely download YouTube videos on Android, iPhone and Windows laptops using YouTube Premium and popular workarounds, while highlighting important legal and safety considerations.
Meta buried 'causal' evidence of social media harm, US court filings allege
People who stopped using Facebook for a week reported lower feelings of depression, anxiety, loneliness and social comparison, Meta's internal research had found
Xbox Partner Preview November 2025: Every big game announcement
Microsoft’s Xbox Partner Preview previewed sneak peeks at games like Armatus, Raji: Kaliyuga, 007 First Light, Vampire Crawlers, and more. It also included some exciting sequel reveals, new footage of already-announced titles, and other game trailers.
Python Worm Spreads Through WhatsApp- Here’s What’s Happening
A Python driven WhatsApp worm is spreading the Eternidade Stealer trojan across Brazil, hijacking WhatsApp Web sessions and targeting financial platforms. The campaign uses advanced evasion tactics and open source tools, reflecting a rise in software sophistication among South American cybercriminals. Despite regional targeting, attempts to access the threat infrastructure were observed worldwide, reinforcing the need for close monitoring of WhatsApp activity and unexpected script executions.
Top 8 camera smartphones under Rs 25,000 from Samsung, Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo and more
Smartphones from Samsung, Lava, Vivo, Oppo, Poco, Xiaomi, Nothing, and iQOO offer distinct camera capabilities in the sub-Rs 25,000 segment. The recently launched Lava Agni 4 and Poco X7 Pro introduce flagship-level sensors like the Sony LYT series and optical image stabilization (OIS) to this price bracket. Buyers in November 2025 prioritize sensor size, stabilization features, and high-resolution ultrawide or telephoto lenses over mere megapixel counts.
The following list details ten devices that meet these criteria, arranged by their camera hardware capabilities and value.
BGMI announces first-ever Triple Chicken Dinner event with 50,000 UC prize pool
BGMI has announced its inaugural ‘Triple Chicken Dinner, UC Winner’ giveaway challenge, allowing its 240 million-strong community to turn their skills into reward. This innovative competition invites players to secure three Chicken Dinners within a two-hour window, allowing them to gain valuable in-game currency.
Google ad tech case: Judge questions delay risk as DOJ pushes for breakup
A U.S. judge reviewing Google’s ad tech monopolies has asked the Justice Department how quickly a forced sale could take effect, raising concerns about delays from Google’s expected appeal.
Android users can finally transfer photos, videos and documents with iPhone users using Quick Share
Android and iPhone users can now send photos, videos and documents between platforms through Quick Share integration with AirDrop, starting with the Pixel 10 lineup and expanding to more Android devices soon.
Flipkart Black Friday Sale 2025 announced: Check dates, deals, and more
Flipkart has announced its Black Friday Sale, starting November 23. The event will offer discounts on smartphones, laptops, appliances, wearables, and more, along with bank offers and EMI options.
Voter list update scam: How fraudsters are tricking citizens and one mistake you should always avoid
A new scam is targeting citizens during voter list updates, with fraudsters posing as officials and asking for OTP verification. The genuine SIR form process never requires any OTP.
X will now reveal which country users are from as new transparency feature rolls out
X is not the first social network to provide this level of transparency to users. Instagram has long offered a similar “About this account” feature, for instance.
Asus launches ExpertCenter P500 SFF desktop and P400 AiO series in India: price, specs, availability
Asus has introduced the ExpertCenter P500 small-form-factor desktop and P400 all-in-one PCs in India, targeting business users with 13th Gen Intel processors, enterprise security features and long-term support.
Google denies viral claims it is using your emails to train Gemini AI
Google is countering viral claims that it now uses Gmail messages and attachments to train Gemini AI. The company says no policies or user settings have changed and that Gmail content is not used for AI training.
Moneycontrol Pro Weekender | Siren Song
Nvidia's blockbuster earnings weren't a victory lap -- they were the siren song luring global markets towards a capital reallocation to AI so massive, concentrated and fragile that even a small crack could capsize everything
India is getting free AI. But is Big Tech getting something more valuable?
As global AI firms offer millions of Indians free access to their models through tie-ups with Indian telcos, a key question emerges: Is India’s vast user base becoming training data for global AI models and who is accountable when consent is buried inside a bundle?
Pornhub wants Apple, Google to fix its traffic drop ‘problem’, here’s how
Pornhub has asked Apple and Google to take over age verification at the device level after new laws in the US and UK caused a major drop in traffic. The company says current age checks are flawed and wants tech giants to handle the process instead.
Google uses a playful Wicked style song to show how Pixel features came before the iPhone
Google’s latest BestPhonesForever ad turns the Pixel and iPhone rivalry into a fun musical inspired by Wicked. The iPhone sings about Pixel’s features like call screening, AI tools and photo fixes, making the ad playful, simple and entertaining for viewers.
Gemini can now detect AI-generated images: Here’s how
Google has added an AI-image detection feature to the Gemini app using SynthID watermarking. Here’s how Gemini can now tell whether an image was created or edited by Google’s AI tools, helping users verify content more easily.
Samsung introduces next-generation Bespoke AirDresser for smarter, hygienic clothes
Samsung has announced its new smart clothing care solution, the Bespoke AirDresser, which offers a hygiene and cleaning solution for fabrics that require delicate handling. This appliance also helps in reducing wrinkles and removing lingering odours, making your garments feel like new.
Oppo Find X9 series is now on sale in India from November 21: Price, offers, availability
The Oppo Find X9 and Oppo Find X9 Pro, which were launched on November 18 in India, are now available for purchase. Both smartphones are powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 chipset, Hasselblad-backed camera setups, and run on Android 16-based ColorOS 16.
YouTube aims to rival Instagram by reviving DMs on its platform
YouTube has started to test direct messaging in its interface, which will let you share videos directly with other users in a personal chat on the platform. The feature was initially turned down in 2019 to focus on public conversations through comments and community posts.
Indian buyers hit as Apple slashes iPhone 17 cashback offer amid major supply crunch in India
The revised cashback structure will take effect from November 22, sources told Moneycontrol, adding that zero-cost EMI schemes will also undergo changes.
A record layoff wave at Amazon: Why engineers bore the brunt of the 14,000 job cuts
Amazon’s mass layoffs hit engineers hardest, with nearly 40 percent of cuts in four US states coming from technical roles. What it means for the company’s AI pivot.
