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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.

What is the Korean “Love Game” linked to the Ghaziabad sisters’ deaths

Three minor sisters died after jumping from a ninth-floor flat in Ghaziabad. Police are probing the role of addiction to a Korean online love game and its impact on children.

Lower US tariffs, EU market access: Double bonanza for Indian auto parts makers

Lower US tariffs, EU market access: double bonanza for Indian auto parts

Apple Valentine’s Day sale brings cashback deals on iPhone 17, MacBook Air and Apple Watch

Apple has rolled out its Valentine’s Day sale in India, offering instant cashback deals on iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, Apple Watch and AirPods through select bank cards.

Component PLI scheme to drive Rs 29,000 crore in output and 19,000 jobs in FY27

Government projections suggest the electronics components scheme will begin translating approvals into manufacturing capacity and employment next year

AI concerns wipe out over Rs 2 lakh crore m-cap from top IT stocks

AI developer Anthropic launched new tools that heightened concerns over AI-driven disruption in the data and professional services industry; TCS loses Rs 70,000-crore market value

After Australia, Spain to ban social media for users aged under 16

Spain plans to ban social media for users under 16, following Australia’s lead, while proposing strict laws to hold tech executives personally accountable for hate speech and illegal online content.

Explained: Anthropic’s new AI tool and why investors fear software businesses could be at risk

Anthropic’s latest enterprise AI upgrade sparked sharp stock market losses as investors worried automation tools could replace traditional software platforms, reshaping how businesses manage workflows across industries.

Amazon layoffs 2026: Tech and leadership roles face deep cuts as company trims layers across its Washington headquarters

Amazon has filed a WARN notice in Washington confirming over 2,000 corporate layoffs, with software developers and managers most affected as job separations begin from late April 2026.

‘Christmas in April’: Sam Altman taunts Elon Musk as OpenAI flags discovery concerns

OpenAI’s chief strategy officer, Jason Kwon, flagged troubling details from recent court filings in the company’s legal battle with Elon Musk’s xAI, noting that key documents produced so far appear narrow and raise transparency concerns.

Elon Musk accuses French authorities of political attack after Paris office raid

French judicial authorities have raided X’s Paris office as part of a criminal investigation into alleged algorithm manipulation and data misuse. X has strongly pushed back, calling the action a politically motivated stunt rather than a legitimate law enforcement effort.

Budget 2026 push: IICT eyes university status, gears up to train India’s next generation of creators

The government in Budget 2026 announced support to Indian institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) in setting up content creator labs and also earmarked Rs 250 crore for talent development in Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics (AVGC) sector.

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