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A new report calls to develop, adopt non-animal lab testing tech to pivot India as R&D hub

For decades, animals have served as the default for drug testing, but the biological divide between species is proving costly. Currently, only about 10 percent of drugs that enter human trials receive approval.

Anthropic unveils Claude Opus 4.6, its most advanced model; turns up the heat on ChatGPT and Gemini

With a 1 million token context window and industry-leading benchmark results, the release intensifies competition with OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini as the AI arms race shifts toward sustained, agentic work.

Execution worries for DPDP Act as 71% firms struggle with interpretation: EY Survey

Close to 80% of organisations have not yet updated or drafted DPDP-aligned privacy policies or governance frameworks, pointing to a lack of structural preparedness.

Asus opens pre-orders for Zenbook S16 and Zenbook 14, expands Vivobook lineup with Ryzen AI laptops in India

Asus has opened pre-orders for its Zenbook S16 and Zenbook 14 in India while announcing a new Vivobook range powered by AMD Ryzen AI processors.

Why Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma calls Google CEO Sundar Pichai the ‘ultimate’ leader of a modern tech company

Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma praised Google CEO Sundar Pichai for building long-term resilience, product depth, and steady growth, triggering wide discussion on leadership and execution in global technology firms.

Oakter launches upgraded Mini UPS with lighter body, four-hour backup for JioAirFiber and Airtel Xstream routers

Oakter launches lighter Mini UPS with up to four-hour backup for JioAirFiber and Airtel Xstream routers

OPINION | Juice, Not Just Water: Why power, not water, is the true bottleneck for Indian data centres

Learning from the mistakes of the US’ approach, there are three ways in which India can sidestep the most important constraint when a rapid scale up of data centres starts 

How to use YouTube automatic dubbing feature to watch any video in Hindi, Bengali or other preferred languages

YouTube’s automatic dubbing feature lets viewers switch video audio into languages like Hindi and Bengali, making global content easier to understand without relying only on subtitles.

BGMI redeem codes for Feb 5, 2026: Win Blissful Backpack cosmetic and more

Krafton India has rolled out 59 new BGMI redeem codes for February, allowing eligible players to unlock the Blissful Backpack cosmetic item through the official redemption website until February 28

Infinix unveils XOS 16 with cleaner UI, AI-powered tools, and gaming upgrades

Infinix has announced its new operating system, XOS 16, based on Android 16 and aimed at simplifying users' experience. It comes with new AI-driven productivity tools, lots of customisation options, and a cleaner, more intuitive interface.

AI is now hiring humans to do physical work through a platform called RentAHuman

AI agents can now hire humans to perform real-world tasks through a new platform called RentAHuman, raising fresh questions about the future of work and how humans and AI interact.

Pinterest CEO fires engineers who tracked layoffs, calls internal dissent ‘obstructionist’

 CEO Bill Ready defended the decision in an all-hands meeting, warning employees against what he described as “obstructionist” behaviour, as Pinterest pushes deeper into artificial intelligence amid slowing growth and investor pressure.

Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G review: A balanced proposition

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G focuses on a balanced mid-range experience, combining a large AMOLED display, solid performance, reliable cameras, and durable design after weeks of everyday use testing.

Bharat Taxi is launching today. What is it, and should users care?

Bharat Taxi launches today as India’s first cooperative ride-hailing app. Here’s what it is, how it works, and whether everyday users should care about it as an alternative to Ola and Uber.

Anthropic says Claude will stay ad-free, drawing a clear line with ChatGPT

Anthropic has confirmed that its AI chatbot Claude will remain free of advertising, distancing itself from OpenAI’s recent move to introduce ads in ChatGPT. The company argues that ads would undermine trust and distort how users interact with AI, particularly in sensitive or cognitively demanding conversations.

Debate over teen social media use grows in key tech market India

Any move to limit access to platforms in India would be a blow to the likes of Meta's Instagram and Facebook, Snap's Snapchat, Elon Musk’s X and more

Over 800 people missing in Delhi spark panic, here’s how your smartphone can help in emergencies

As over 800 people go missing in Delhi, everyday smartphone features like Emergency SOS, live location sharing and location history are emerging as crucial tools that can help during emergencies and missing-person cases.

Saregama continues tuning into live events amid policy spotlight on concerts, Orange Economy

The events business revenue in FY25 touched Rs 285.2 crore, up from Rs 13.4 crore in FY24.

Anthropic AI tools list that you should know in 2026

Below is a detailed look at the key Anthropic AI tools launched over the past 12 months and what each brings to users in 2026.

Apple leads tablet market with the iPad as global shipments jump nearly 10% in 2025

The global tablet market staged a strong recovery in 2025, with shipments rising almost 10% year on year, according to Omdia. Apple’s iPad strengthened its lead during a robust holiday quarter, even as analysts warned that pricing pressure and memory constraints could weigh on demand in 2026.

Apple’s Lockdown Mode stopped FBI from unlocking iPhone of a Washington Post journalist, report reveals

Court records show the FBI was unable to access a seized iPhone because Apple’s Lockdown Mode was enabled, highlighting how the iPhone’s security feature can limit phone access even during investigations.

Drone startups expect export tailwinds from India-US trade deal

Lower tariffs and deeper collaboration with US partners can help domestic UAV firms move up the value chain and compete globally, industry leaders say

OpenAI models could power Alexa as Amazon explores major AI partnership

Amazon is in talks to use OpenAI’s AI models across products including Alexa, as part of broader discussions that could see the e-commerce giant invest up to $50 billion in the company.

YouTube’s auto-dubbing gets smarter, adds 27 languages and more natural voices

YouTube has expanded its auto-dubbing feature to 27 languages, added more expressive speech, viewer language controls and lip-sync testing, making it easier to watch and discover creators from around the world.

Google confirms Pixel 10a launch timeline, pre-orders start February 18

Google has confirmed the Pixel 10a launch timeline. Pre-orders for the new A-series smartphone will begin on February 18, with exclusive early sign-up offers available on the Google Store till February 13.

How Google’s stellar AI growth propelled Gemini ahead of OpenAI

Alphabet executives struck a more confident tone on the company's post-earnings call on Wednesday, the first since it released the Gemini 3 model

Trillion-dollar tech wipeout ensnares all stocks in AI’s path

The rout is hardly limited to US listed companies. London Stock Exchange Group Plc, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. and Infosys Ltd. have all tumbled this week on AI displacement fears

‘We are not stupid’: Sam Altman responds after Anthropic’s Super Bowl jab on ads in ChatGPT

he campaign drew laughs across the tech world, including from Sam Altman. It also prompted a lengthy and unusually heated public response from the OpenAI CEO.

Instagram down: Website hit by outage, thousands of users report errors accessing platform

Instagram suffered a brief outage on Wednesday evening, with thousands of users reporting problems accessing the platform via the web. Meta has yet to confirm the cause of the disruption.

Google’s Gemini crosses 750 million monthly users as it closes on ChatGPT

The milestone highlights how quickly Gemini has scaled as Google pushes AI deeper into Search and consumer products. While it still trails ChatGPT, the growth underscores Google’s broader bet on AI as a core revenue driver.

YouTube's revenue surpassed $60 billion in 2025, says Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai

Google now has 325 million paid subscriptions across consumer services, led by strong adoption for Google One and YouTube Premium, said Sundar Pichai.

From Dharma to Sikhya — why corporate capital is lining up for Bollywood

Recently, Reliance acquired stakes in Guneet Monga's Sikhya Entertainment which underscores a broader trend that has seen Adar Poonawala, Saregama and Universal Music Group place strategic bets on film companies which experts say is to largely secure intellectual property.

Google parent set to double 2026 spending to $185 billion amid intensifying AI race

Alphabet's aggressive AI spending comes on the back of strong revenue growth momentum. It crossed the $400 billion annual revenue mark for the first time.

ElevenLabs bags $500M at $11B valuation; eyes global expansion including Bengaluru

ElevenLabs generated over $330 million in annual recurring revenue in 2025. India is the second-largest enterprise revenue market globally.

Blaupunkt BH71 Moksha review: Good sound, functional design

Blaupunkt BH71 Moksha focuses on clean sound output, effective noise cancellation, and a straightforward design that prioritises comfort, long listening sessions, and practical everyday usability without unnecessary complexity.

Stuffcool launches Zeno 65 GaN charger with built-in retractable cable for charging smartphones and laptops

Stuffcool has introduced the Zeno 65 GaN charger in India, featuring a built-in retractable USB-C cable, 65W fast charging support, and compatibility with smartphones, tablets, and laptops.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G is now available for purchase: Price, offers and more

Xiaomi has opened sales for the Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G series in India, offering upgraded cameras, fast charging and bank discounts that bring effective prices down to Rs 26,999 and Rs 34,999.

Apple plans new retail store in Hyderabad as India retail expansion gains pace, begins hiring

The move comes months after Apple inaugurated its Noida store in December — its third launch in 2025 — as the company strengthens its position among the top five smartphone brands in India by volume

Helldivers 2 gets Siege Breakers Premium Warbond: New weapons, hammer, shield and more

Let’s learn about the Helldivers 2 Siege Breakers Premium Warbond items.

Marico acquires majority stake in Cosmix as protein gains prominence in Indian meals

Cosmix, founded in 2019 by husband-wide duo Soorya Jagadish and Vibha Harish, had been bootstrapped so far with a personal investment of Rs 20 lakh during initial days, Harish told Moneycontrol.

Anthropic-led AI volatility an opportunity for IT services, says Happiest Minds’ Ashok Soota

Drawing parallels with earlier disruptions such as SaaS and cloud computing, Soota said every major technology shift has historically expanded the scope of IT services.

As START ends, nuclear risks and proliferation will rise

For the first time in decades, US and Russia, owners of the world’s two largest nuclear stockpiles, will gauge each other’s intention without a formal framework to defuse tricky situations. It makes the world less safe

India’s rising role in manufacturing reflects local talent depth and long-term investment: Apple’s Sarah Chandler

Sarah Chandler, Apple’s Vice President of Environment and Supply Chain Innovation said the company is deepening its commitment to supplier employees through the launch of its first Education Hub in Bengaluru, developed in partnership with Manipal Academy of Higher Education, with plans to roll out over 100 courses by 2026 across more than 25 supplier sites.

Motorola Razr 70 spotted on UAE’s TDRA certification database, may launch soon

Motorola could launch the Razr 70 soon alongside the Razr 70 Ultra in various global markets, including India. Both smartphones have been approved by the TDRA certification platform, with their specifications still under wraps.

YouTube is no longer letting free users play videos in the background

YouTube has shut down a loophole that allowed free users to play videos in the background on mobile browsers, reinforcing background playback as a Premium-only feature.

Elon Musk and LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman feud escalates on X over Epstein files

A public spat between Elon Musk and LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman has intensified on X after Epstein-related emails resurfaced, triggering sharp exchanges and fresh scrutiny.

Nvidia's Jensen Huang dismisses fears AI will replace software tools as stock selloff deepens

'There's this notion that the tool in the software industry is in decline, and will be replaced by AI ... It is the most illogical thing in the world, and time will prove itself,' Nvidia CEO said

Oppo launches Reno 15c in India, price starts at Rs 34,999

Oppo has launched the Reno 15c in India with a starting price of Rs 34,999. The smartphone features a 7000mAh battery, 80W fast charging, AMOLED display, and 50MP cameras.

SaaSapocalypse: What about Anthropic's new AI tool is spooking investor sentiment towards software firms?

The software collapse has broadened with 'nowhere to hide' as the AI rate-of-change has extrapolated in both 'logical and illogical ways', said JPMorgan.

Ghaziabad sisters’ deaths: Police probe role of Korean task-based “love game” addiction that led three minors to jump from ninth-floor balcony

Three minor sisters in Ghaziabad died after jumping from a ninth-floor flat, with police investigating whether excessive addiction to a Korean task-based online “love game” influenced the tragic incident.