X to get new algorithm for posts; Musk says it will be open source to help users understand changes
Technology | Updated: Jan 12, 2026
- Elon Musk to open source X's recommendation algorithm in 7 days
- Algorithm code and updates will be released every 4 weeks with developer notes
- Move aims to boost transparency and help users understand post visibility on X
Tim Cook addresses immigration fears among Apple employees
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- Tim Cook says US immigration policy makes some Apple staff feel unsafe at home
- Cook pledges to lobby lawmakers and support DACA recipients at Apple
- Apple stresses global talent is key to its innovation and success
NASA will finally let astronauts take iPhones to the Moon
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- NASA will allow astronauts to carry modern smartphones on Crew-12 and Artemis II
- Smartphones approved for spaceflight to help astronauts document experiences
- NASA shifts focus to connection and flexibility for missions.
iPhone 17e expected to launch in February: Everything we know about the upcoming device
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- Apple may launch the budget iPhone 17e around February 19, 2026.
- iPhone 17e could feature MagSafe charging up to 25W and a 48MP rear camera.
- Device may use A19 chip, 6.1" OLED display, and keep a single rear camera.
Google wants file sharing between Android phones and iPhones to be easier
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- Google to expand Android-to-iPhone file sharing to more devices in 2026
- Quick Share app will enable cross-platform sharing beyond Pixel phones
- Google and Apple developing better tools for easier platform switching.
Reddit eyes AI-powered search as a major growth and revenue engine
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- Reddit to combine traditional search with AI answers for future growth
- Weekly active users of Reddit's search grew 30%, reaching 80 million in a year
- Reddit Answers, its AI search, expanded from 1M to 15M weekly users in 2025
IAMAI urges MeitY to stick to 18-month DPDP timeline, says fast-tracking will cause 'immense disruptions'
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- IAMAI opposes shortening DPDP compliance timeline, citing business risks
- Trade body warns faster rules may cause technical, operational, legal issues
- IAMAI urges government to keep the original 18-month schedule for regulatory certainty.
AI race sends Big Tech’s capital spending to stratospheric high
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- US tech giants plan $650 billion capex in 2026, mainly for AI data centers
- Tech giants outspend all other major US industries combined
- Rising capex worries investors, strains chip and energy resources
Apple CEO Tim Cook talks about retirement, succession and leadership changes at all-hands meeting
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- Tim Cook prioritizes leadership succession as Apple approaches its 50th anniversary.
- Cook assures staff that recent executive departures were planned, not surprises.
- Apple is preparing celebrations for its 50th anniversary in April
Amazon to spend up to $200 billion as it ramps up AI investment
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- AWS revenue rose 24% in Q4 to $35.58B, beating analyst estimates
- AWS operating income hit $12.47B, with margins rising to 35%
- Amazon expects $200B capex in 2026, mainly for AWS and AI infrastructure
A new report calls to develop, adopt non-animal lab testing tech to pivot India as R&D hub
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- India urged to end animal testing for drugs, switch to human-relevant tech
- Report suggests industry consortium to boost Non-Animal Methods (NAMs) adoption.
- NAMs may reduce biosimilar costs by 90% and accelerate drug development.
Anthropic unveils Claude Opus 4.6, its most advanced model; turns up the heat on ChatGPT and Gemini
Technology | Updated: Feb 06, 2026
- Anthropic launches Claude Opus 4.6 with a 1 million token context window in beta
- Opus 4.6 outperforms rivals in coding, reasoning, and long-context benchmarks
- New features: agent teams, adaptive thinking, better Excel integration
Execution worries for DPDP Act as 71% firms struggle with interpretation: EY Survey
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- 71% of Indian enterprises struggle to understand the DPDP Act and its rules.
- 80% haven't updated privacy policies for DPDP compliance.
- Retail and e-commerce excel in DPDP readiness; healthcare falls behind
Asus opens pre-orders for Zenbook S16 and Zenbook 14, expands Vivobook lineup with Ryzen AI laptops in India
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Asus opens pre-orders for Zenbook S16 and Zenbook 14 AI laptops in India
- Zenbook S16 starts at ₹1,69,990, Zenbook 14 at ₹1,15,990, Vivobook at ₹62,990
- Pre-order buyers get Rs 5,599 warranty and damage protection for just Rs 1.
Why Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma calls Google CEO Sundar Pichai the ‘ultimate’ leader of a modern tech company
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Vijay Shekhar Sharma praised Sundar Pichai's enduring leadership at Google
- Google's growth in cloud and AI cited as proof of strong long-term strategy
- Pichai's focus on stability and innovation seen as a model for future CEOs
Oakter launches upgraded Mini UPS with lighter body, four-hour backup for JioAirFiber and Airtel Xstream routers
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Oakter launches lighter Mini UPS for routers, priced at Rs 2,899 as intro offer
- Provides up to 4 hours backup for AirFiber and Wi-Fi routers during power cuts
- Available on Amazon and Flipkart, plug-and-play, 12-month warranty included
BGMI redeem codes for Feb 5, 2026: Win Blissful Backpack cosmetic and more
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Krafton India released 59 BGMI redeem codes for the Blissful Backpack item
- Each code can be redeemed by 10 users on a first-come basis until Feb 28, 2026
- Players must use BGMI's official redemption site to claim the reward
Infinix unveils XOS 16 with cleaner UI, AI-powered tools, and gaming upgrades
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Infinix unveils XOS 16 with AI tools, gaming upgrades, and new personalization features.
- Mind Hub smartly organizes content and adds AI-driven productivity tools.
- XOS 16 to come pre-installed on new Infinix phones, rolling out to select models.
AI is now hiring humans to do physical work through a platform called RentAHuman
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- RentAHuman allows AI to hire humans for tasks like errands and meetings.
- Over 81,000 humans have signed up, but only 81 AI agents use the platform so far
- The site questions the future of work and AI's role in managing humans.
Pinterest CEO fires engineers who tracked layoffs, calls internal dissent ‘obstructionist’
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Pinterest fired engineers who tracked layoffs, citing policy violations
- Layoffs affect under 15% of staff as Pinterest shifts focus to AI initiatives
- Company faces internal disputes over transparency and handling of layoff data
Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G review: A balanced proposition
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G boasts strong display, battery life, and balanced performance.
- 200MP main camera excels in daylight, ultra-wide and low-light are average
- HyperOS 2.0 provides customisation, with 4 years of Android updates promised
Bharat Taxi is launching today. What is it, and should users care?
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Bharat Taxi launches as India's first cooperative ride-hailing app in Delhi NCR
- Drivers pay a fixed daily fee, keeping earnings and avoiding surge pricing
- App targets stable fares, fewer cancellations, and better reliability for users.
Anthropic says Claude will stay ad-free, drawing a clear line with ChatGPT
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Anthropic's Claude chatbot won't have ads due to privacy and safety concerns.
- Ads conflict with Claude's role as a serious work and thinking assistant.
- Anthropic contrasts with OpenAI, which is adding ads to ChatGPT's free tier
Debate over teen social media use grows in key tech market India
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- India considers banning social media accounts for users under 16.
- Proposed bill could fine tech firms up to $28 million or 5% of global revenue
- Australia, Spain, and others mull under-16 social media bans
Over 800 people missing in Delhi spark panic, here’s how your smartphone can help in emergencies
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Delhi had 800+ missing-person reports in January, many youth and women.
- Smartphone SOS, live location, and call records help find missing persons.
- Emergency info on lock screens helps responders contact families quickly
Anthropic AI tools list that you should know in 2026
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Anthropic launched AI tools for coding, automation, and app integration.
- Claude now handles real software tasks, not just chat-based help.
- Tools target developers, businesses, and enterprises for productivity and automation.
Apple leads tablet market with the iPad as global shipments jump nearly 10% in 2025
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Global tablet shipments rose 9.8% in 2025, reaching 162 million units.
- Apple led the market, shipping 19.6 million iPads in Q4, up 16.5% year on year.
- Analysts expect slower growth in 2026 due to supply and pricing pressures.
Apple’s Lockdown Mode stopped FBI from unlocking iPhone of a Washington Post journalist, report reveals
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Apple iPhone in Lockdown Mode blocked FBI from accessing its data
- Lockdown Mode prevents phone unlocking via external devices and common methods
- FBI could not extract data even with fingerprint or facial recognition authority
Drone startups expect export tailwinds from India-US trade deal
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- India-US trade deal boosts Indian drone exports and global market presence
- Better access to advanced components and supply chains aids Indian startups.
- US tariff cut to 18 percent adds predictability and momentum to bilateral trade
OpenAI models could power Alexa as Amazon explores major AI partnership
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Amazon might integrate OpenAI models into Alexa and other products amid talks
- Amazon may invest $50 billion in OpenAI, terms not finalized yet
- OpenAI may switch from Microsoft to Amazon's AI infrastructure.