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The Rs 1-lakh-crore RDI Fund will be meaningful if it encourages industry to loosen purse strings to fund innovation

Microsoft issues refund to 2.7 million 365 customers over price hike: Check eligibility and how to get refund

Microsoft has agreed to refund eligible Microsoft 365 subscribers in Australia after a pricing dispute. Here’s who qualifies and how to claim your refund before the deadline.

Meta could be earning billions from scam ads on Facebook, Instagram, claims report

A new Reuters investigation has found that Meta may be making up to $16 billion a year from scam ads, raising serious questions about its ad policies and internal oversight.

Grand Theft Auto VI delayed again, here's when the popular game will now launch

Rockstar Games has pushed back the release of Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026, marking yet another delay for one of the most eagerly awaited games in history.

'We plan to be a wildly successful company', says Sam Altman as OpenAI eyes $20 billion in 2026 revenue, hundreds of billions by 2030

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has set an audacious growth target for the AI company, projecting annualised revenues of over $20 billion this year and “hundreds of billions” by 2030 — even as questions swirl over its trillion-dollar data centre plans.

Sony’s PlayStation Portal now gets cloud streaming support with a PS Plus subscription

Sony has released an important update for its PlayStation Portal remote player, which brings cloud gaming support, letting users stream PS5 titles directly from the cloud. This allows PS Plus Premium members to stream PS5 games directly from the cloud, eliminating the need to connect to a console.

Microsoft’s ‘Magentic Marketplace’ reveals surprising weaknesses in AI agents

The Magentic Marketplace is available publicly for researchers and developers looking to study agentic AI behaviour, a field that is rapidly becoming central to the next phase of artificial intelligence development.

Oppo introduces LUMO Image Engine for Find X9 Series: What is it, how it works and all other details

Oppo has unveiled its new LUMO Image Engine, debuting in the upcoming Find X9 Series. Here’s how this next-generation computational imaging platform enhances natural colour, light, and depth reproduction.

Samsung Galaxy XR headset reportedly to launch in more countries next year

Samsung’s recently unveiled Galaxy XR headset, which is only for sale in the US and South Korea now, could be introduced in Germany, France, Canada, and the UK in 2026. Moreover, the company may add more countries as production grows and this platform becomes more popular.

Redmi Turbo 5 series likely to launch this month, expected to house high-capacity batteries

The Redmi Turbo 5 series is expected to launch soon in China, with recent leaks and rumours revealing several interesting details about both devices. The Redmi Turbo 5 has now appeared on the 3C certification site, hinting at its battery capacity and charging speed.

Pinterest CEO praises open-source AI for delivering ‘tremendous performance’ at lower cost

Speaking during the company’s latest earnings call, Bill Ready said open-source AI has proven to deliver “tremendous performance” at a fraction of the cost of proprietary systems.

Kotak Securities waives API fees, launches AI Tool 'Neome'

Zero-cost APIs for algo trading and the upcoming AI research tool 'Neome' is expected to help the bank-backed brokerage firm to stabilise in a broking industry that has seen a decline in active investors during past year

Perplexity responds to Amazon’s cease-and-desist notice, says ‘bullying is not innovation’

Perplexity has pushed back against Amazon’s cease-and-desist notice, accusing the e-commerce giant of using its market power to stifle innovation and restrict user freedom over AI-driven shopping tools.

Redmi Turbo 5 series likely to launch this month, expected to house high-capacity batteries

The Redmi Turbo 5 series is expected to launch soon in China, with recent leaks and rumours revealing several interesting details about both devices. The Redmi Turbo 5 has now appeared on the 3C certification site, hinting at its battery capacity and charging speed.

Tata Play announces up to 4 months of free Apple Music access across platforms: All the details

Tata Play has partnered with Apple Music to offer subscribers up to four months of free access to over 100 million songs across Tata Play Binge, the mobile app, and Tata Play Fiber.

Google Maps now has competition as Alibaba’s Amap expands to 170 countries with smarter AI maps

Alibaba’s Amap is going global to challenge Google Maps, expanding to over 170 countries with smarter AI-powered navigation and support for 19 languages. The move aims to help Chinese carmakers build advanced in-car navigation systems for international markets.

Canon introduces EOS R6 Mark III camera with all-new 32MP sensor and 7K video recording support

Canon has launched the EOS R6 Mark III mirrorless camera featuring a new 32.5MP sensor, 7K/60p video recording, improved autofocus, and upgraded storage configuration starting at $2,799.

Lenskart to launch B by Lenskart smartglasses in India with Sony camera, Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 chipset, and AI assistant

Lenskart is entering the smart wearables market with its upcoming AI Camera Smartglasses, B by Lenskart, launching in December 2025. Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 chipset and featuring a Sony camera, the glasses will include an AI assistant for hands-free UPI payments, live translation, and more.

Google Maps offers Gemini-powered navigation in India along with proactive safety alerts, local tips

Google has partnered with local government authorities to roll out proactive traffic alerts and accident-prone area alerts. It will also offer Gemini-powered local tips to consumers.

Beyond smartphones: MediaTek India bets on automotive, 5G, data centres to power next phase of growth

In an interview to Moneycontrol, MediaTek India MD Anku Jain shares the chipmaker's strategy to democratise 5G, India’s semiconductor manufacturing and why he believes that this time the chip push is for real

Nothing finally addresses bloatware issue, lets users remove pre-installed Meta apps from their phones

Nothing is giving users more control over their phones by allowing them to completely remove pre-installed Meta apps like Meta App Installer, App Manager, and Meta Services. The update, announced by Co-founder Akis Evangelidis, aims to address user backlash over bloatware and will roll out by the end of the month.

Tinder’s new Chemistry feature will help you find better dates: Here’s how

Tinder is testing a new AI feature called Chemistry that uses interactive prompts and, with permission, your camera roll to find more compatible matches. Currently live in Australia and New Zealand, it aims to reduce swipe fatigue and make dating more personal.

Google to overhaul Play Store to settle antitrust case with Epic Games

Google’s settlement comes as regulators worldwide tighten scrutiny on digital marketplaces and platform fees. The court will review the proposed agreement on November 6, and if approved, the changes could reshape how Android apps are distributed and monetised.

Google Maps gets Gemini AI: Here’s what will change for users

Google Maps is getting a Gemini AI upgrade that makes navigation smarter, easier, and more conversational. From hands-free driving help to landmark-based directions and proactive traffic alerts, here’s how the new AI-powered Maps will change the way you travel.

iOS 26 introduces new setting to fix a long-standing Bluetooth problem

If you’ve ever had your AirPods suddenly disconnect and your music start blasting through a car or Bluetooth speaker without warning, this new option is for you.

Apple demands $540,000 in legal fees after winning iPhone price-fixing case

The case, originally filed by law firm Hagens Berman on behalf of plaintiff Steven Floyd, alleged that Apple and Amazon conspired to limit third-party sellers to keep iPhone and iPad prices artificially high.

Google DeepMind is hiring an AI Economist to study how Artificial Intelligence could transform the global economy

Google DeepMind is hiring a Senior AI Economist to study how Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) could transform the global economy. The role will explore post-AGI economics, focusing on scarcity, power, and wealth distribution as AI reshapes the world.

IBM to cut 2,700 jobs as experts warn more tech layoffs loom this year

IBM has announced plans to lay off around 2,700 employees, joining other tech giants like Amazon and Meta in cutting jobs. Experts warn this could be the start of more layoffs across the tech industry as companies turn to AI and cost-cutting measures.

What we did in 20-25 years can now be done in three: Nazara founder Nitish Mittersain on India's startup boom

Indian companies going from zero to a billion-dollar-plus IPO in three or four years is now happening on a regular basis, said Nazara chief Nitish Mittersain.

Hurun Philanthropy List 2025: HCLTech’s Shiv Nadar tops the list for the fourth time in 5 years, Reliance Industries has the highest CSR spend

The list features 191 philanthropists (12 new entrants) who cumulatively donated Rs. 10,380 Crores - up by 85% compared to three years ago.

Inside Maya Research: How two 23-year-olds beat Google in speech AI and are building a 10 to 15x larger Indic version by June 2026

The Bengaluru-based startup climbed the global charts by training the English model from scratch and tuning it through relentless listening tests, improving voice quality until it consistently outperformed many in blind evaluations.

Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says China ‘will win’ AI race with US

CEO criticises western ‘cynicism’ while Beijing loosens regulations and cuts energy costs for data centres

Chip giants weigh local sourcing in India to make smartphones, electronics more affordable

Qualcomm and MediaTek have expressed willingness to tap into India’s emerging fabrication and chip packaging capacities if local production proves strategically and commercially viable

Adobe bets big on GenStudio, AI agents and agile marketing as enterprises move from ‘playground to production’

In a conversation with Moneycontrol, Varun Parmar, General Manager for Adobe GenStudio and Firefly for Enterprise, outlined how generative AI, workflow automation and “agile marketing” are reshaping the way brands operate.

Fantastic company, widely misunderstood: CaratLane founder and investor Mithun Sacheti defends Lenskart valuation

Mithun Sacheti said he has made around 140 investments before the CaratLane exit and around 20 afterwards, though the cheque sizes have grown since. Sacheti added that he is a big fan of Groww.

AI firm Giga raises $61 million, will scale AI agents for enterprise customer support

The company plans to use the capital to expand its technical team, speed up go-to-market efforts and scale deployments with global customers

Snap partners with Perplexity to bring AI answer engine to Snapchat in 2026 in a deal worth $400 million

Snapchat users will soon be able to ask questions and get real-time answers inside the app, thanks to a new partnership between Snap Inc. and Perplexity AI. The collaboration, worth $400 million, will make Perplexity’s AI engine a built-in feature of Snapchat’s chat experience starting early 2026.

Michael Burry takes aim at AI giants Nvidia, Palantir; markets shudder as ‘Big Short’ investor goes bearish

Michael Burry bets against Nvidia and Palantir, calling out an AI bubble; Palantir CEO Alex Karp slams shorts as “bats--- crazy.”

OpenAI CFO says bubble-wary market needs more AI ‘exuberance’

OpenAI alone has committed to spending more than $1.4 trillion on AI infrastructure, even though the company remains unprofitable

Microsoft to give employees a chance to flag ethical concerns amid Middle East backlash

Microsoft is launching a new internal system that lets employees anonymously raise concerns about how its technology is used, following controversy over the company’s work with the Israeli military.

Moto G67 Power with 7000mAh battery and Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 launched in India at Rs 15,999

Motorola has launched the Moto G67 Power in India, a new budget smartphone featuring a massive 7,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset, and Pantone-curated vegan leather design. The phone goes on sale from November 12 at Rs 15,999.

Apple to pay Google $1 billion a year for Gemini-powered Siri overhaul

Apple is reportedly finalising a billion-dollar deal with Google to use its Gemini AI model for the next major Siri update, expected next spring, while Apple keeps developing its own AI tech in parallel.

Apple reportedly developing M5 Ultra chip for next-gen Mac Studio and Mac Pro launch in 2026

Apple is reportedly developing an M5 Ultra chip for the Mac Studio and Mac Pro, with a launch expected in 2026, following the release of the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips earlier that year.

Samsung previews HDR10+ Advanced with support for up to 5000 nits peak brightness

Samsung has announced HDR10+ Advanced, a new version of its HDR10+ format, which will first appear on the company's higher-end TVS next year. It aims to rival Dolby Vision 2 with AI tone mapping and will be able to boost picture brightness for 4,000-5,000 nit TVs.

Apple releases iPadOS 26.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.1 with Liquid Glass controls and other enhancements

After several weeks of testing, Apple has finally released the stable versions of iPadOS 26.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.1, introducing new customisation options, usual bug fixes, and performance improvements. These updates also serve as groundwork preparation for upcoming AI enhancements.

Samsung Galaxy A57 reportedly spotted on company’s test server: Here’s what’s new

Samsung is reportedly working on a successor to the Galaxy A56, which could be named the Galaxy A57. The model number linked to this upcoming smartphone has been spotted on a Samsung server, which effectively confirms that the handset could launch soon.

Apple testing new Enhanced Safety Alerts in iOS 26.2 with regional earthquake and threat warnings

Apple’s upcoming iOS 26.2 update introduces Enhanced Safety Alerts with earthquake and imminent threat warnings, along with a new alert tone and regional location-based precision.

Apple testing 30-day AirDrop pairing feature in iOS 26.2 for smoother, more private file sharing

Apple is testing a 30-day AirDrop pairing option in iOS 26.2 that would let users keep trusted devices discoverable longer through a secure PIN-based link.

Apple stops signing iOS 26.2 Beta 1 for iPhone Air and iPad Pro: Here’s why

Apple has stopped signing the iOS 26.2 Beta 1 update for the iPhone Air, iPhone 16e, and iPad Pro (M5) after reports of glitches linked to new modem chips. The move prevents users from installing or rolling back to the buggy beta version as Apple works on a fix.

Zoho brings AI features with support for Hindi, English, Bengali and 77 other global and Indian languages to its Notebook app

Zoho has launched new AI-powered features in Zoho Notebook, including multilingual voice search and translation, supporting 80 languages such as Hindi, Bengali, and English for improved productivity and accessibility.