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OpenAI policy chief slams AI doomers, says we need to have more responsible conversations

OpenAI policy chief slams AI doomers, says we need to have more responsible conversations

OpenAI's David Lehane urges responsible discussions around AI, highlighting risks of extreme narratives and stressing the need for balanced public understanding.

Cluely hiring engineer, says it will offer free home, food and even a partner in 1 year

Cluely hiring engineer, says it will offer free home, food and even a partner in 1 year

San Francisco-based AI startup Cluely offers a unique job package including free housing, food, and a guaranteed partner after one year.

WhatsApp may soon introduce business chat filtering to reduce spam

WhatsApp may soon introduce business chat filtering to reduce spam

WhatsApp reportedly working on a new feature to reduce spam and clutter. The purported feature will help users organise business messages and keep personal chats separate.

Nothing launches new tool, makes easier to share files between Android phone and Mac

Nothing launches new tool, makes easier to share files between Android phone and Mac

Nothing has introduced Warp, a new tool designed to simplify file sharing between Android phones and Macs. The app works across platforms using a browser extension, offering a more flexible alternative to limited ecosystem tools.

Google launches Gemini AI update that lets robots read labels and identify items

Google launches Gemini AI update that lets robots read labels and identify items

Google introduces Gemini Robotics-ER 1.6, a new AI system designed to improve robots' reasoning, spatial understanding, and real-world decision-making abilities.

Apple may add this iPad Pro feature to iPad Air next year, details here

Apple may add this iPad Pro feature to iPad Air next year, details here

Apple is reportedly planning to launch an OLED-equipped iPad Air. Rumours suggest the new model could arrive on March or May next year. Here's everything we know so far.

Younger generation is getting more angry with AI, fears it will hurt career or replace jobs

Younger generation is getting more angry with AI, fears it will hurt career or replace jobs

A new report reveals that the younger generation is not entirely comfortable with AI. Young people are reportedly growing uneasy about AI's future impact, with many fearing it could harm careers, replace jobs and weaken learning.

OnePlus Pad 4 announced, coming to India on April 30

OnePlus Pad 4 announced, coming to India on April 30

OnePlus is set to roll out the OnePlus Pad 4 in India. The company reveals its launch date along with key specs and features. Here is what we know so far.

Samsung announces price cut on Galaxy S26 Ultra, offering flat Rs 9,000 discount

Samsung announces price cut on Galaxy S26 Ultra, offering flat Rs 9,000 discount

Samsung has announced a flat Rs 9,000 price cut on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, bringing its cost closer to last year's flagship. The no-conditions discount is already live, making the latest model a more attractive buy.

Nvidia rolls out GeForce Now cloud gaming service in India, how to use and price details

Nvidia rolls out GeForce Now cloud gaming service in India, how to use and price details

Nvidia has launched its cloud gaming service, GeForce Now, in India. You can now play games using servers with Nvidia's RTX 5080 SuperPODs. GeForce Now is currently available in early access, and competes against Microsoft's Xbox Cloud Gaming. Here is all you need to know.

Google brings Gemini app to Mac, just in time for hugely anticipated AI Siri update

Google brings Gemini app to Mac, just in time for hugely anticipated AI Siri update

Google has introduced Gemini to macOS. The app is now available globally and will be free for all Gemini users. Here's everything you need to know about the new feature.

YouTube gives Shorts a switch off button, you can stop doomscrolling now

YouTube gives Shorts a switch off button, you can stop doomscrolling now

YouTube introduces a Shorts timer update that allows users to set limits, including zero, effectively removing Shorts from the home screen.

EU launches free age-check app, tells social media platforms no more excuses on kids safety

EU launches free age-check app, tells social media platforms no more excuses on kids safety

The European Union launches a new age verification app designed to ensure online child safety with accurate identity checks and high privacy standards.

YC backed startup offers AI a marketplace to hire humans for help

YC backed startup offers AI a marketplace to hire humans for help

A new YC-backed startup Humwork has launched which will pay you to talk to AI. Here is how it works, and what you need to know to start earning.

Apple Stores will soon start to offer on-site software recovery for Apple Watch

Apple Stores will soon start to offer on-site software recovery for Apple Watch

Apple Stores may soon fix Apple Watch software issues on-site using a new repair dock, eliminating the need to send devices to service centres.

Apple is apparently sending Siri engineers to AI coding bootcamp ahead of WWDC

Apple is apparently sending Siri engineers to AI coding bootcamp ahead of WWDC

Apple is reportedly sending a group of just under 200 engineers of its Siri team to an AI coding bootcamp as the company prepares to launch the new version of Siri, using Google Gemini, later this year.

Anthropic starts asking Claude users for government ID and selfie verification

Anthropic starts asking Claude users for government ID and selfie verification

Anthropic is now making it mandatory for users to verify their identity via government ID to use certain Claude features, a first for an AI tool. Now if you want to use some features of Claude, you need to show your original government ID and take a live selfie.

Struggling Allbirds pivots from shoes to AI, stock jumps over 700 per cent

Struggling Allbirds pivots from shoes to AI, stock jumps over 700 per cent

US sneaker maker Allbirds has announced that it is entering the world of AI compute infrastructure. As part of the pivot, the company is rebranding as NewBird AI with $50 million in new funding. Following Allbirds' announcement, its stock saw a rise of over 700 per cent.

OpenAI calls India advanced coding market, Codex users grow 4x in 2 weeks

OpenAI calls India advanced coding market, Codex users grow 4x in 2 weeks

OpenAI report highlights India as a leading AI market in coding, data analysis, and reasoning, while pointing to gaps in access.

Donald Trump says AI must have kill switch, highlights existential threat to humans

Donald Trump says AI must have kill switch, highlights existential threat to humans

Trump addresses AI risks and benefits in banking sector interview