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Meta Withdraws ‘Muse Image’ AI Feature Following Privacy Backlash Over Instagram Content Use

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HYDERABAD — Meta has withdrawn its newly launched Muse Image artificial intelligence feature after it sparked widespread criticism over user privacy and the unauthorized use of content from public Instagram accounts. The AI-powered image generation tool was rolled back just days after its launch, following concerns from users, privacy advocates, and industry organizations. The controversial … Read more

HCLFoundation Partners with Uttar Pradesh Government to Expand Tech-Driven Urban Waste Management Across Three Cities

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NOIDA & LUCKNOW, India — HCLFoundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of HCLTech, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Urban Development Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, marking a significant step toward strengthening urban sanitation, sustainable waste management, and smart city development across the state. The partnership aims to accelerate the objectives of … Read more

Xbox Announces Major Restructuring; 3,200 Jobs to Be Eliminated by FY2027 as Microsoft Expands Cost-Cutting Efforts

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Hyderabad : Microsoft’s Xbox division has unveiled one of the most significant restructuring initiatives in its history, announcing plans to eliminate 3,200 jobs by the end of Fiscal Year 2027. As part of the first phase, approximately 1,600 employees will be laid off immediately, with another 1,600 positions expected to be cut later as the … Read more

Leonardo Unveils ‘SignalTrace’ Upgrade That Expands License Plate Readers Into Device Tracking Systems

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Rome / United States: Leonardo, the Italian aerospace, defense, and security technology company, has introduced a new upgrade for its Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) network that significantly expands surveillance capabilities by detecting and correlating electronic signals emitted by nearby smart devices. The new feature, called SignalTrace, is designed to work with Leonardo’s existing ALPR … Read more

Apple iPhone 18: Everything We Know So Far as Leaks Hint at Biggest iPhone Shake-Up Yet

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CUPERTINO, Calif. — Although Apple has not officially unveiled the iPhone 18 lineup, a growing number of industry leaks and analyst reports suggest the company’s 2026 flagship series could introduce its biggest design and launch strategy changes in years. From a foldable iPhone and a redesigned release schedule to major camera upgrades and a new … Read more

OpenAI Reportedly Urged to Lower $1 Trillion IPO Valuation for 2026 Stock Market Debut

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SAN FRANCISCO, California — OpenAI has reportedly been advised by its IPO advisers to either delay its stock market debut until 2027 to pursue a $1 trillion valuation or reduce its valuation target if it wants to complete an Initial Public Offering (IPO) later this year, according to a report by The New York Times. … Read more

Apple Loses $265 Billion in Market Value After Sharp Stock Selloff Following Price Hikes

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CUPERTINO, California — Apple Inc. suffered one of its steepest market declines in more than a year on Thursday, with the company’s stock plunging after it announced price increases across several of its major product lines, including Mac, iPad, home devices, and the Vision Pro headset. Apple shares fell as much as 6.6% during intraday … Read more

Apple Raises Prices on Select Macs and iPads Amid Rising AI-Driven Chip Costs

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Cupertino, California : Apple has increased the prices of several Mac computers and iPad tablets as the company faces higher semiconductor costs fueled by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. The move reflects growing pressure across the global technology industry as demand for advanced chips continues to outpace supply. According to industry … Read more

IBM Unveils World’s First Sub-1 Nanometre Chip Technology, Marking Major Semiconductor Breakthrough

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Armonk, New York : Technology giant has announced what it describes as the world’s first sub-1 nanometre (nm) semiconductor chip technology, a breakthrough that could significantly advance the future of artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing, and energy-efficient data centers. The company revealed a new 0.7 nm transistor architecture, pushing semiconductor manufacturing beyond the current generation … Read more

Satya Nadella Warns Against AI Power Concentration, Calls for a More Open and Inclusive AI Ecosystem

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Redmond, Washington — Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has issued a strong warning about the future of artificial intelligence, arguing that the world should not allow a small number of powerful AI models or companies to dominate the industry and capture the majority of its economic benefits. Speaking about the evolving AI landscape, Nadella emphasized the … Read more

India’s UPI to Expand Across Paris Airports, Boosting Digital Payments for Indian Travelers

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Paris, France — In a significant step toward strengthening digital payment connectivity between India and France, India’s popular Unified Payments Interface (UPI) will soon be available at major airports in Paris, including Charles de Gaulle Airport and Nice Côte d’Azur Airport, according to an announcement made by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Sunday. The development … Read more

Lawyer Credits AI for Helping Secure $6 Million Victory Against Meta and Google

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Houston, Texas — A prominent American trial lawyer has credited Artificial Intelligence (AI) with playing a significant role in helping his legal team secure a landmark courtroom victory against tech giants Meta and Google, highlighting the growing impact of AI in the legal profession. Speaking about the case, renowned attorney Mark Lanier said AI technology … Read more

TCS Wins Multimillion-Euro AI Transformation Deal with Canada Life to Modernize European Operations

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MUMBAI/LONDON : Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has secured a multiyear, multimillion-euro digital transformation and managed services contract with Canada Life, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion across the European insurance technology market. The agreement will see TCS deploy artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced digital technologies to modernize Canada Life’s IT infrastructure and enhance … Read more

What Would Elon Musk’s $1 Trillion Net Worth Look Like? A Mind-Boggling Glimpse Into Unprecedented Wealth

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June 2026 | Business & Technology News The possibility of Elon Musk becoming the world’s first trillionaire is no longer just a theoretical discussion. Financial analysts and market observers suggest that a successful public offering of SpaceX, combined with the continued growth of Musk’s other ventures, could push his personal fortune beyond the historic $1 … Read more

Anthropic’s Seven Co-Founders Become AI Billionaires as Company’s Valuation Soars to $965 Billion

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San Francisco, June 2026 — The artificial intelligence boom has created a new generation of ultra-wealthy tech entrepreneurs, with the seven co-founders of Anthropic seeing their personal fortunes surge to approximately $15.5 billion each following the company’s latest funding round that valued the AI startup at an astonishing $965 billion. According to Forbes, the dramatic … Read more

Digital Lending Expands Access: Top 10 Instant Cash Loan Apps Emerging as Lifeline for Low CIBIL Borrowers

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New Delhi | Financial Technology Report In an era where digital finance is rapidly transforming access to credit, instant cash loan apps are becoming an increasingly popular solution for individuals struggling with low CIBIL scores and limited access to traditional banking services. Financial experts say the growth of mobile-based lending platforms is helping bridge the … Read more

Google Unveils Powerful New AI Tools at I/O 2026 Event

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At its annual developer conference, Google introduced a massive wave of artificial intelligence innovations during Google I/O 2026, signaling what CEO Sundar Pichai called the beginning of the “Agentic Gemini Era.” The company focused heavily on AI-powered assistants, next-generation search, multimodal content creation, and autonomous digital agents. One of the biggest announcements was the launch … Read more

NASA’s Second Rocket Fueling Test Brings Artemis II Moon Mission Closer to Launch

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — NASA has successfully completed a second critical fueling test of its giant moon rocket, a key step that will determine whether astronauts can begin their long-awaited journey toward the Moon as early as March 6. During the late-night test at Florida’s spaceport, launch teams loaded more than 700,000 gallons of supercooled … Read more

Google Unveils India–US Subsea Cable Network, $30 Million AI Science Challenge, and Major Skilling Initiatives

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New Delhi: Tech giant Google on Wednesday announced a major expansion of its artificial intelligence (AI) footprint in India, unveiling new subsea cable routes linking India and the United States, a $30 million global AI science challenge, and large-scale skilling programs aimed at students and public sector workers. Speaking at a media event on the … Read more

How India’s Union Budget 2026–27 Lays the Groundwork for an AI and Cloud Powerhouse

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New Delhi: India’s Union Budget 2026–27 sends a clear signal to global technology companies: the country wants to become a long-term hub for cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. At the heart of the strategy is an unprecedented tax incentive designed to draw massive, long-duration investments into India’s data center and semiconductor ecosystem. A … Read more

AI Boom Sparks Bubble Fears in Taiwan as Chipmakers and Investors Weigh Risks

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Taipei, Taiwan: As artificial intelligence drives record investment and market gains, concerns are growing in Taiwan that the AI frenzy could turn into a bubble—raising echoes of the dot-com crash that rocked global markets in 2000. Those worries were voiced publicly by TSMC Chairman C.C. Wei, who acknowledged investor anxiety during an earnings call in … Read more

Sennheiser Sound Protex Plus Review: More Than Earphones, a Shield for Your Ears—but at a Cost

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New Delhi — Consumers often spend thousands of rupees on premium earphones and headphones, but rarely invest in products designed to protect their hearing. Sennheiser’s Sound Protex Plus aims to change that narrative. Priced at ₹2,990, the device positions itself not as an audio gadget, but as hearing protection against everyday noise. After more than … Read more

UIDAI to Launch New Aadhaar App on January 28, Enabling At-Home Updates for Mobile Number and Address

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Hyderabad: India’s Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is set to launch the full and updated version of its new Aadhaar mobile application on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, according to an official announcement shared on social media. With the launch, all features of the New Aadhaar App will be unlocked for users, allowing citizens to … Read more

WhatsApp to Introduce New “Thinking Mode” for Meta AI, Promising Smarter and More Accurate Answers

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Hyderabad: WhatsApp is preparing to make its in-app Meta AI significantly smarter and more user-friendly by introducing a new “Thinking Mode”, according to features spotted in the latest Android beta version of the app. The upcoming enhancement was observed in WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.26.3.10, indicating that Meta is working on a dual-mode response … Read more