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Apple ramps up search for new CEO ahead of Tim Cook's exit next year -- Both Apple's board and senior executives have recently increased their focus on the transition, with plans for Cook to hand over control of the $4 trillion company after more than 14 years at the helm

8 hours ago

China launched 'highly sophisticated' AI-led espionage campaign — here's how it was disrupted -- Anthropic has said that it has disrupted a Chinese state-sponsored group's highly sophisticated AI-led espionage campaign. The company said the campaign targeted large technology companies, financial institutions, and government agencies in a first of its kind of a campaign.

2 days ago

What is Threema, the Swiss messaging app that helped Delhi blast accused? -- Investigators probing the deadly Red Fort car explosion say the accused built a concealed communication system using Threema, a Swiss encrypted messaging app, which is banned in India. Authorities allege the three suspects relied on the platform's anonymity-driven architecture to prepare for multiple attacks before the plot was disrupted

2 days ago

Beyond WhatsApp, why countries are adopting nationalist messenger apps -- Earlier this week, Tajikistan's communications service said the launch of the app, ORIZ, was: "an important step towards Tajikistan's digital independence"

3 days ago

Is Google using Gemini AI to snoop on Gmail, chat users? -- Google is facing a lawsuit over claims that its Gemini assistant secretly collected data from Gmail, Chat, and Meet users. The case accuses the company of breaching privacy laws by activating the tool without consent.

3 days ago

'Is it just a sock?' Why Apple's iPhone pocket has got the internet talking -- Apple's products are known the world over for its design and aesthetic. But, the US firm's latest offering — the iPhone Pocket — which has been designed in collaboration with designer Issey Miyake, has got the internet sniggering. People can't help balk at the price — a whopping $229.95 (Rs 20,000)

4 days ago

After $12 billion in losses, Ford shifts electric vehicle strategy -- Ford had appeared to gain an edge over other traditional automakers when it launched three models between 2021 and 2022. But slowing EV demand, aggressive price cuts by Tesla and higher material costs have squeezed profits across the industry

3 months ago

Tesla finally rolls into India with first showroom in Mumbai: Are there takers for Elon Musk's EV car? -- After a long, long wait, Tesla has finally arrived in India, opening its first showroom in Mumbai. Its Model Y, priced between Rs 61-69 lakh on-road, is up for sale. But can Indian customers afford Elon Musk's EV?

3 months ago

Will fallout with Trump hurt Musk's business in China too? -- Local competitors like BYD and Xiaomi have made major gains in the Chinese EV market while the country's authorities have pulled back privileges granted to Tesla earlier. Musk's fallout with Trump is also turning out to be bad for business

3 months ago

Can Foxconn save Nissan's struggling Oppama plant despite Japan govt's concerns? Talks on -- Oppama, one of Nissan's key domestic plants since 1961, has an annual production capacity of 240,000 vehicles. However, its utilisation rate fell to just 40 per cent last year, well below the 80 per cent typically required to break even

3 months ago

Punishment, appeasement... Indians react to Delhi fuel ban on end-of-life vehicles -- Delhi's ban on refuelling end-of-life vehicles from Tuesday has ignited a fierce debate. Many feel targeted and ask 'is it a punishment for those who maintain their cars well?'

3 months ago

Global auto industry on edge as China tightens rare earth mineral exports -- Diplomats and executives from India, Japan and the EU have sought meetings with their Chinese counterparts to reach a solution after China imposed restrictions on the export of rare earth alloys, mixtures and magnets

3 months ago

India tweaks guidelines for Made-in-India electric cars, allows importing vehicles at lower tariff -- Heavy Industries Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy called the policy a strategic move to make India a manufacturing base for EVs, stating that the plan provides a strong policy framework to attract both foreign and domestic manufacturers

3 months ago

Musk's driverless dream: Tesla announces June 12 rollout for robotaxi in Austin -- Tesla is eying for June 12 to launch its highly-anticipated robotaxi in Austin. However, billionaire Elon Musk's company has its share of hurdles in launching the landmark service

3 months ago

Did Tesla try to replace Elon Musk behind the scenes? -- Tesla is denying a bombshell report that its board sought to replace Elon Musk due to his growing political commitments and controversial public image. Despite denials from Chair Robyn Denholm and Musk himself, questions remain amid falling profits, consumer backlash and Musk's high-profile role in Donald Trump's administration

3 months ago

Lava Prowatch X Review: A good fitness watch that could have been great - . An affordable yet feature-rich fitness watch held back by a few software bugs, which if fixed, can make this a great buy

3 months ago

US-China tech war has an unexpected winner: AI prodigy with $23 bn fortune -- The tech war between the United States and China has helped Chinese tech entrepreneur Chen Tianshi become one of the world's richest self-made billionaires. Here's how it happened

8 hours ago

What is 'vibe working'? Is it the future of AI productivity? -- 'Vibe working', a term popularised by Microsoft, is helping AI and humans collaborate — from automating office tasks to aiding in creativity and productivity. But as the 'vibe' spreads across industries, questions arise about its real value

15 days ago

Why Satya Nadella deserves his nearly $100 million pay at Microsoft -- Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella earned $96.5 million in fiscal 2025, a 22 per cent rise from last year and his largest payout since taking charge in 2014. The record compensation — mostly tied to performance — comes as Microsoft posts record revenues, profits, and AI-driven growth

21 days ago

How OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas browser will be different from Chrome and others -- OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, its first-ever AI-powered web browser, designed entirely around the ChatGPT interface. With features like conversational search, memory recall, and autonomous 'Agent Mode', Atlas aims to revolutionise web navigation and challenge Google Chrome's long-held dominance

26 days ago

Russia's cyber attacks against NATO nations rise by 25% in 2025, Microsoft analysis finds -- Amid the war in Ukraine, Russia has increased its cyber-attacks on Nato nations by 25 per cent over the past year, Microsoft's annual digital defence report reveals

1 month ago

Hours before Trump's new tariff move, China began probing US firm over Israeli chip deal -- Hours before US President Donald Trump announced 100 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods, "over and above any Tariff that they are currently paying," reports are emerging that China opened an investigation into Qualcomm

26 days ago

'Work from Anywhere' not valid for 'work from home': Google memo to employees -- Google is reportedly imposing more stringent guidelines for its employees, adding more restrictions to its remote working policy. A new report has suggested that the tech giant is updating its "Work from Anywhere" policy, which was introduced during the pandemic

27 days ago

Is Tim Cook preparing to leave Apple? Who could succeed the tech CEO? -- Tim Cook may be preparing to step down from Apple after more than a decade at the helm and speculation is growing about who could take his place. Senior executives such as Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams, Senior Vice President John Ternus, and software head Craig Federighi are viewed as potential successors

1 month ago

Why is Elon Musk telling people to cancel Netflix subscriptions? -- Elon Musk has urged millions to cancel Netflix, citing outrage over comments by 'Dead End: Paranormal Park' creator Hamish Steele about Charlie Kirk's death and the streamer's diversity and LGBTQ content. The Tesla chief amplified posts accusing Netflix of pushing a 'woke agenda'

1 month ago

Best phones under Rs 75,000 (March 2025): Apple iPhone 16, OnePlus 13 to Google Pixel 9 -- Here are your top premium smartphone options under 75K in India at the moment

8 days ago

Apple iPhone 16e First Impressions: The budget gateway into Apple Intelligence -- There's no doubt that the iPhone 16e is a solid phone — it functions well, fits neatly into Apple's lineup, and brings some impressive features. But the way Apple has priced it makes things tricky

3 months ago

Optoma Wave 120SK DLP 4K Projector Review: Full of surprises -- At first glance, the Optoma Wave 120SK looks plain and understated, with its simple white design. But don't be fooled—this compact projector is all about performance, delivering bright, sharp visuals while keeping things lightweight and efficient

3 months ago

EarFun Air Pro 4 Review: Easily the most feature-rich TWS earbuds under Rs 10,000 -- Its feature list can put to shame certain earphones priced twice as much and the sound quality is impressive too

3 months ago

Formovie Cinema Edge 4K UST Laser Projector Review: Compact size, massive punch -- Considering its price, the Formovie Cinema Edge 4K offers a fantastic balance of high-quality visuals, smart functionality, and ease of use

3 months ago

Boult Partybox X80 Review: A feature-packed speaker with major party vibes -- Party speakers often come with a few extra tricks, and the Boult Partybox X80 packs them all — multiple input options, microphone support, and dynamic LED lighting that reacts to the music. But how does it sound? And is it worth what Boult is asking for it

3 months ago

Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ review: More of the same, but with a wicked AI twist -- While there aren't many meaningful hardware upgrades for the Galaxy S25 and S25+, the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset, coupled with the new Galaxy AI features make these devices an interesting entry point into Samsung's Galaxy

3 months ago

Noise ColorFt Pro 6 Max Review: A stylish fitness watch in need of a competitive price tag -- This elegant Noise watch is pretty good at health tracking but needs to fix a few chinks and get the pricing right.

3 months ago

Beats Pill Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review: The right dose of style and substance -- This compact and stylish speaker does pack a punch and also offers some interesting features.

3 months ago

Best phones under Rs 40,000 (Nov 2025): Realme GT 7, Poco F7 5G to OnePlus 13R

8 hours ago

Do you have a 'Certified Bangers' badge on X? Here's what it means

2 days ago

Anthropic set to win AI race to profit as ChatGPT still burning holes in OpenAI's pocket

2 days ago

China's low-cost open-source AI sweeps Silicon Valley, outweighing US's security concerns

3 days ago

RTX's Collins Aerospace launches $100 million India operations centre in Bengaluru

3 days ago

OnePlus Nord 5 Long-term Review: Two steps forward, three steps back

4 days ago

2 terrorists killed in Kupwara's Keran sector as 'Operation Pimple' continues, search underway

4 days ago

ChatGPT faces seven US lawsuits for acting as 'suicide coach'

4 days ago

'Here we go again': GTA VI release date postponed for the second time

5 days ago

Google Maps for ancient Rome: Digital archaeology brings 2,000-year-old highways back to life

5 days ago

Microsoft bets on 'humanist superintelligence' to keep humans in control

5 days ago

US software firm SAS exits China with a month's pay for each year of service to 400 employees

6 days ago

Tesla sets Elon Musk on path to be world's first trillionaire, clears his pay package

7 days ago

'China is going to win AI race': Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's warning to US

8 days ago