Japan’s developers want Apple’s fees cut to zero. Apple says that is not how ecosystems work
Apple has complied with Japan’s new app competition rules, but developers say the changes look more cosmetic than meaningful. The argument is familiar: alternative app stores are allowed, external payments are permitted, and yet Apple still wants its cut.
Google turned over student journalist’s data to ICE without a court order
Google provided US immigration authorities with extensive personal data linked to a British student and journalist after receiving an administrative subpoena that was not approved by a judge, according to a new report.
YouTube lawyer sees no addiction from half hour of videos
The trial set to play out in Los Angeles Superior Court until the end of March will serve as a critical test for thousands of similar lawsuits that target not only Meta and Google, but also TikTok Inc. and Snap Inc.
Samsung announces pre-reserve for its next generation Galaxy devices ahead of Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Free gifts, special discounts and all other details
Samsung has opened pre-reservations for its upcoming Galaxy devices ahead of Galaxy Unpacked 2026, offering Rs 2,699 vouchers, exchange value lock-ins, rewards benefits, and early purchase access.
OpenAI fires senior policy executive who raised concerns over ChatGPT ‘Adult Mode’
OpenAI has dismissed a senior policy executive months before the planned launch of a new “adult mode” for ChatGPT, with the company denying any link between her exit and internal objections to the feature.
xAI loses second co-founder in two days as company prepares for IPO
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence venture xAI has seen another senior exit, with influential researcher Jimmy Ba becoming the second co-founder to leave the company in as many days, raising fresh questions about stability at the fast-growing firm.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 date confirmed: This is when Samsung is introducing its next-generation Galaxy devices
Samsung has confirmed that its Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on February 25 in San Francisco, where the company will introduce next-generation Galaxy S series smartphones globally via livestream.
India’s AI summit and the hard work ahead
India’s AI summit is a geopolitical milestone, but milestones do not equal tech-mastery. The harder test is whether summit diplomacy can translate into the long, difficult work of building real technological capability at home
Lending startup Olyv raises $23 million from Nandan Nilekani’s Fundamentum and SMBC Asia fund
The fintech firm plans to use its Series B funding to expand into insurance, UPI payments, and business loans
Samsung unveils SmartThings Home Care for 2026 Bespoke AI ACs, brings proactive monitoring and faster repairs
Samsung has introduced SmartThings Home Care for its 2026 Bespoke AI air conditioners in India, enabling automatic issue detection, proactive service alerts, and quicker first-visit repairs through connected monitoring.
Snapchat’s Digital Well-Being Index 2026 puts India at the top as parental support strengthens Gen Z resilience online
Snapchat’s latest Digital Well-Being Index ranks India highest among six countries, highlighting strong parental involvement and support networks that help Gen Z navigate online risks more effectively.
Orange is the new 'gold': How Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro turned heads and sales in China
After three difficult years, Apple has staged a sharp comeback in China. And according to analysts, part of the credit may belong to an unexpected factor: a bright orange iPhone.
Neobanking fintech FiMoney pivots to B2B, lays off staff in consumer business
Most neobanks have struggled to monetise their customers meaningfully by providing a concierge banking service
Ex-GitHub chief Thomas Dohmke launches Entire with $60 mn seed to tackle agent era coding
The funding round values Entire at $300 million and also includes individual investments from industry leaders such as Yahoo co-founder Jerry Yang, Datadog CEO Olivier Pomel, and Y Combinator head Garry Tan.
Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition, Oblivion Remastered and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle are coming to Switch 2
Three more Bethesda titles are coming to Switch 2.
GoBoult launches three Mustang smartwatches and Sprint TWS in India: Price, features and availability
GoBoult has expanded its Mustang-branded lineup in India with the launch of three smartwatches and one true wireless stereo (TWS) product. The new devices are part of GoBoult’s ongoing partnership with Mustang and are positioned across multiple price segments, with prices starting at Rs 1,499.
Alibaba launches open-source AI model to push deeper into robotics
Alibaba has launched a new artificial intelligence model aimed at robotics, marking its latest push into what the tech industry increasingly calls “physical AI” as competition with the US intensifies.
Salesforce layoffs: Hundreds of jobs cut as AI push and leadership changes accelerate
Salesforce has quietly cut hundreds of roles this month, underscoring how the company’s AI-first strategy is reshaping its workforce even as it undergoes a significant leadership transition.
Elon Musk’s Starlink livestream claim corrected: Community notes reveal video was filmed in..., not Antarctica
Community notes corrected a viral livestream claim shared by Elon Musk, revealing the Starlink video was filmed in Patagonia, not Antarctica, raising questions about misinformation around SpaceX’s satellite internet service.
Meta executives were warned about 5,00,000 cases of online sexual exploitation per day, records reveal
Court documents reveal Meta executives were warned internally that up to 5,00,000 cases of online sexual exploitation could be happening every day on Facebook and Instagram, as a major child safety trial begins.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls expands roster to 20 playable characters
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is getting 20 playable characters from the Marvel Universe.
Oppo K14x 5G with 6,500 mAh battery, 120Hz display, Dimensity 6300 SoC launched in India: Price, specs
Oppo has launched the K14x 5G smartphone in India, adding a new member to its budget-to-midrange K lineup. The device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC and packs a 6500mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to students: ‘Prioritize learning how to talk to AI over coding’
Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, said students today should focus on communication alongside technical skills, arguing explaining ideas clearly will matter as much as coding in an AI-driven economy future.
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
