RDI Fund will be a success if Rs 1 lakh crore catalyses Rs 10 lakh crore in deep tech VC investments: DST Secretary Abhay Karandikar
Karandikar told Moneycontrol that the fund is willing to take lower returns, with an aim to produce 5-10 globally competitive deep tech companies from India in 15 years. It aims to deploy Rs 15,000 to 20,000 crore each year starting 2026.
Apple iPhone Fold to reportedly offer e-SIM only option like iPhone 17 Air
Apple may follow its recent direction with the iPhone 17 Air by removing the physical SIM tray entirely on the upcoming iPhone Fold. Early leaks point to an eSIM-only approach worldwide.
X is now number one news source in every EU country
Elon Musk has claimed that X has become the leading news source across all 27 EU nations, sparking debate over its influence as the platform continues to face regulatory scrutiny.
UPI crosses 700 million daily transactions for six straights days in December
The mobile payments platform also recorded transactions worth over Rs 1 lakh crore for the first five consecutive days during the month
Big stock-market players are moving into crypto, India is a major market for us, says Binance co-founder Yi He
In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, the Binance co-founder said it respects the regulator, the government and will work closely with them as it expands in India.
Box Office woes: Indian multiplexes wary of Netflix’s Warner Bros deal
India's top multiplex chain PVR INOX has a nearly 55 percent market share in Hollywood movies. This year, among the top performing English content were titles from the house of Warner Bros.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion: 10 things you need to know
The Marvel heroes take on Annihilus in Marvel Cosmic Invasion.
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman confirms end of r/popular feed on the platform: What it means for users
Reddit is phasing out its long-running r/popular feed for new users as the platform shifts to personalised discovery. The company will also restrict how many high-traffic communities one moderator can manage.
Reliance Jio annual plans: These two prepaid plans will last till 2026 if you’ll recharge on...
Reliance Jio’s two annual prepaid plans offer 365-day validity, daily data benefits, OTT access and 5G services, making them suitable options for users planning long-term recharges extending into 2026.
Oppo Reno 15 to launch soon in India: Expected price, features and more.
Oppo is preparing to bring the Reno 15 series to India, with expected upgrades in performance, camera and design. Here’s a look at the likely price, features and launch details.
5 ChatGPT settings you should enable for better responses
Discover five essential ChatGPT settings that can instantly improve your experience. From enabling memory to using custom instructions and voice mode, these simple tweaks help you get more accurate, personalised and useful responses every time.
Justin Bieber hates this iPhone feature so much he wants to put everyone at Apple in a chokehold
Justin Bieber called out Apple over the frustrating iPhone dictation button, joking that he wants to put everyone at the company in a chokehold. His viral rant comes during a turbulent week for Apple, with multiple top executives announcing their departures.
Shocking new study reveals the real age kids should get their first phone
A major study from the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development project reveals why children should not receive smartphones before age 12. Explore how early phone use affects sleep, mental health and overall development, and what parents can do instead.
Google and Apple issue new cyber threat alert to users worldwide: What you should know
Google and Apple have issued a fresh round of cyber threat notifications to users around the world, alerting them to potential targeting by state-linked hacking groups, according to a Reuters report. The two firms said the warnings are part of their continuing effort to shield customers from sophisticated surveillance operations, with the latest alerts spanning more than 80 countries.
7 useful WhatsApp features launched in 2025
WhatsApp introduced several new features in 2025, focusing on security, privacy, organisation, and AI-driven interactions. These updates reshaped how users communicate, verify their identity, manage chats, and interact with Meta’s built-in assistant. Here are the ten major additions rolled out this year.
Best flagship smartphones launched in 2025: Galaxy Z Fold7, Vivo X300 Pro, Oppo Find X9 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro and more
2025 has been a major year for premium smartphones, with leading brands introducing powerful devices across the flagship category. Improvements in processors, camera capabilities, foldable engineering, and deeper AI integration have shaped how users experience their smartphones. As companies such as Samsung, Apple, Vivo, Oppo, Google, Xiaomi, and OnePlus refine their hardware and software, several key devices have emerged as the most impactful launches of the year.
EU fines Elon Musk’s X €120 million under DSA; Musk calls ruling “bull––”
X has been fined €120 million for breaching EU transparency rules. Regulators flagged deceptive blue checkmarks and ad failures, while Elon Musk rejected the decision publicly, escalating tensions with Brussels.
Apple rocked by executive departures, with chip chief at risk of leaving next
In just the past week, Apple’s heads of artificial intelligence and interface design stepped down.
How to check if someone secretly installed apps on your Android in 5 steps
Worried someone might have installed apps on your Android without your knowledge? Here are five simple steps to check recently added apps, review permissions, find hidden installs, and protect your phone from unwanted access.
5 hidden tricks inside the Notes app that most iPhone users never use
Discover hidden iPhone Notes tricks that most users never try. Learn how to scan documents, lock private notes, convert handwriting, organise folders and use Quick Notes for faster writing. These simple steps help you get more out of the Notes app every day.
Foldable iPhone tipped to drop SIM slot as Apple pushes ultra-thin design
A new leak out of China adds fuel to the growing speculation around Apple’s first foldable iPhone, suggesting the device will ditch the physical SIM slot entirely.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 declared as the biggest ‘New Third-Party Game Launch on Xbox Game Pass of 2025’
The highly acclaimed Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which launched in April, has been announced as the biggest new third-party game launch on Xbox Game Pass in 2025. That's according to how many unique players tried the game within its first 30 days on the service.
Google brings spam detection to Circle to Search: Here's how it works
Google’s Circle to Search tool will now help users identify fraudulent content on screen to allow people to prevent a mishap. Moreover, the company has introduced Call Reason in the Phone app, which will let users mark a call to a saved contact as ‘urgent.
Judge Mehta adds new restrictions to Google’s antitrust penalties, including limits on AI and default search deals
A US judge has issued fresh details on the penalties Google must now follow after being found to hold an illegal monopoly in internet search. The new conditions place strict limits on default search deals, expand oversight into AI products and require the company to share certain data with competitors.
