From IIT Roorkee to IIM Indore, college campuses are minting India’s next esports superstars
About 30 to 40% of the new talent pool is coming from colleges and from grassroot levels, pointed out Krafton's Karan Pathak.
Anthropic vs Anthropic in India: Karnataka startup fights for its name against US giant
Belagavi startup Anthropic Software files petition in a Belagavi court, which issues notice to Anthropic. The case will now be heard on February 16
One in four smartphones currently in use worldwide is an iPhone, claims report
The global smartphone installed base grew modestly in 2025, but Apple quietly tightened its grip, with iPhones accounting for roughly 25 percent of all active smartphones worldwide, driven by longer replacement cycles and deep ecosystem loyalty.
OpenAI’s Codex crosses 1 million downloads as AI coding wars heat up
OpenAI says its standalone Codex app has crossed one million downloads in its first week, a milestone that underlines how fast AI-powered coding tools are being adopted, even as limits for free users loom.
China cracks down on fake DeepSeek and ChatGPT services amid AI fraud surge
China’s top market regulator has stepped up action against AI-related fraud, penalising multiple companies and individuals for impersonating popular tools such as DeepSeek and OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The move signals tighter oversight as artificial intelligence adoption accelerates across the country.
Dell Pro Plus Earbuds EB525 review: A work-first TWS that doesn’t ignore fun
Dell Pro Plus Earbuds EB525 focus on clear work calls with strong microphones, while balanced audio, low-latency USB-C dongle support, and long battery life make them practical for music, movies, and daily multitasking.
From iPhone to Ferrari: Ex-Apple iconic designer Jony Ive reveals interior of Ferrari’s first EV
Ferrari has lifted the curtain on the interior of its first electric car, developed with former Apple design chief Jony Ive. Called the Ferrari Luce, the EV blends classic Ferrari tactility with Ive’s signature Apple-era minimalism, offering a glimpse of what Apple’s abandoned car project might have looked like.
Did Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg attend a “wild” dinner hosted by Jeffrey Epstein? New photo raises questions
A newly released photo from 2015 shows Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg at a dinner hosted by Jeffrey Epstein, which he later described as “wild,” raising fresh questions after new US documents surfaced.
SBI issues Cautionary Public Notice: Bank warns against fake recruitment ads, misuse of name and logo on social media
State Bank of India has issued a cautionary public notice warning users against fake recruitment advertisements, impersonation, and unauthorised use of the bank’s name and logo across digital platforms.
Venture capitalist says he almost had a heart attack after Claude AI deletes 15 years of family photos
A venture capitalist has shared how Claude AI accidentally deleted 15 years of family photos from his wife’s computer, triggering a data loss scare and raising concerns about giving AI tools access to personal files.
Indian-origin engineer quits Anthropic, turns to poetry as he warns the world is in peril
An Indian-origin AI engineer has resigned from Anthropic to pursue poetry, saying the world is in peril and questioning how tech companies handle ethics, values, and the future of AI.
Apple vs CCI: Is Apple’s fight over new penalty rules truly warranted?
Legal experts say the Nagrik Chetna Manch verdict, which is being cited by Apple, is a peculiar case with unique facts and cannot be generalised.
iPhone, MacBook, iPad and AirPods get Valentine’s discounts at Lotus Electronics
Lotus Electronics has announced Valentine’s Day deals on Apple products, including iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, Apple Watch and AirPods, with daily EMI options starting at Rs 34.
Portronics launches Vader X wired gaming mouse in India
Portronics has launched the Vader X wired gaming mouse in India at ₹599. Here’s a simple look at its price, availability, key features, and what it offers for everyday and casual gaming.
Google Pixel 10a gets listed on Flipkart ahead of India launch: All the details we know
Google Pixel 10a has been listed on Flipkart ahead of its India launch. Here’s everything we know so far about its design, colours, expected specifications, cameras, and what buyers can expect.
Nvidia GeForce Now Initial impressions: When cloud gaming finally starts feeling like a real deal
Nvidia’s GeForce Now is set to launch in India, bringing RTX 5080-powered cloud gaming with high frame rates, low latency, and Install-to-Play access, provided users have reliable, fast internet connections.
Explained: Sarvam AI that managed to beat Google Gemini and ChatGPT in key AI benchmarks
Bengaluru-based Sarvam AI has outperformed Google’s Gemini and OpenAI’s ChatGPT in Indian language benchmarks, showcasing locally trained models for documents, speech, and low-bandwidth use across enterprises and government services nationwide.
Layoffs hit GCCs as auto tech firm AUMOVIO plans 1,000 job cuts in India
With around 6,000 employees in India, the planned reduction implies that nearly 16-17% of AUMOVIO’s local workforce will be impacted, making India one of the most affected geographies in the global exercise.
WhatsApp Web finally starts rolling out voice and video calling for these users
Meta has begun rolling out voice and video calling on WhatsApp Web for beta users, starting with one-on-one chats, with a wider public release expected in the coming weeks.
OpenAI claims renewed momentum as Anthropic rivalry heats up and ads loom for ChatGPT
OpenAI is pushing back against growing competition from Anthropic and Google, with CEO Sam Altman telling staff and investors that ChatGPT has returned to strong growth.
WWE2K26: All game editions and preorder benefits
Here we explain all WWE2K26 game editions in detail.
Forza Horizon 6: What your PC needs to play
Here are the minimum PC system requirements for Forza Horizon 6.
Upstox eyes Charles Schwab-style playbook as cofounder Ravi Kumar drives diversification, profitability
After losing momentum in user growth post its ad blitz, India’s fifth-largest broker is doubling down on active traders, mutual funds, lending and wealth products to build a sustainable, profitable platform
OPINION | How Indian founders without fancy credentials beat pedigreed returnees
New research shows that it’s home-grown entrepreneurs who are champions. Having survived harsh operating conditions, they outperform entrepreneurs with a foreign pedigree used to working in an environment of abundance. Government, please note
5 common online scams you should avoid this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day scams tend to rise every year as scammers target online shoppers and dating app users. Here are five common online scams to watch out for and how to stay safe.
