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Apple loses challenge against EU's rules over App Store, iPhone rules

The EU's General Court upheld Apple's designation as a gatekeeper for its App Store and iOS, reinforcing antitrust regulators' efforts to boost competition under the Digital Markets Act

OpenAI gets US govt's approval for broad rollout of advanced GPT-5.6 model

OpenAI expects to release GPT 5.6 more widely this week following additional testing and meetings with US government officials, the report ‌said

Ford's India GCC bets big on tech for growth; opens new Coimbatore hub

Coimbatore becomes Ford Business Solutions' continuity hub as digital talent drives expansion

AI-backed cyberattacks are exposing the limits of enterprise VPNs: Report

As AI helps attackers accelerate cyberattacks and attackers hand off compromised access in seconds, traditional VPN-based defences are now facing stern challenges

Why AI-generated spam is becoming a bigger threat to online communities

According to Reddit's latest moderation data, online communities use AI to defend against AI-generated spam, coordinated manipulation and fake engagement

Enterprises are scaling AI while their systems and workforce lag behind

From ageing servers to unprepared employees, new Kyndryl research shows enterprise AI is stalling on the same problem: readiness, not intelligence

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked on July 22, Google may launch Pixel 11 in August

Samsung has confirmed its July 22 Galaxy Unpacked event, while Google has reportedly begun sending invites for August 12. Here's what consumers may expect from both hardware showcases

Beyond consoles: Xbox, Sony, and Nintendo chart gaming's next evolution

Is Microsoft's Xbox overhaul and Sony's decision to end physical PlayStation game discs point to a gaming industry increasingly driven by digital ecosystems, services and intellectual property?

India's 5G performs well on speed, but falls short where AI needs it most

Ookla's latest report finds India's 5G performs well on downloads but falls behind on upload speeds and latency, two network characteristics increasingly critical for AI applications

What is SALT, India's first mobile 'liquid tree' to fight pollution?

Developed by CSIR-CIMFR, the mobile algae-based system uses photosynthesis to absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen and reduce dust in crowded urban spaces

Blurgs AI, an IIT-Madras alumni deep tech startup, raises $2.2 mn

Funding led by Pravega Ventures and Shastra VC will support global expansion, strengthen AI capabilities and accelerate product development across defence and commercial maritime markets

Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 to lift tech demos, robotic arm, art to orbit

Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 will carry technology demonstrations, a robotic arm experiment and artwork as India prepares for its first privately developed orbital rocket launch

BAT-BMS issue explained: How an app exposes new cyber-physical security gap

India's BAT-BMS controversy is about more than app takedowns. It shows how connected battery systems can turn digital vulnerabilities into real-world safety risks that extend beyond electric vehicles

First AI-run ransomware attack highlights emerging cyber threat landscape

Researchers at Sysdig say the first fully agentic ransomware attack shows AI can independently plan, adapt and execute cyberattacks, raising fresh concerns for enterprise cybersecurity

Disable child sex abuse ads and content on Meta's Instagram: Meity

Centre has also asked Meta to provide a detailed explanation on the presence of such content within 7 days

No AMD product goes out without India's stamp on it: Jaya Jagadish

AMD India, with a workforce of about 10,000, accounts for around 26 per cent of the company's global workforce, she said

Japanese companies look to bet on GCCs amid India's innovation push

Japanese companies are accelerating investments in India's Global Capability Centres, leveraging the country's growing innovation and technology ecosystem

Govt's username feature scrutiny may help curb cyber fraud: 63SATS CEO

"So username is something that you decide. It's the fastest finger first. So anyone who blocks a high-profile person's name could have that username first," he said

Time has come to look at separate AI legislation, says IT Secy S Krishnan

Policymakers, across the globe, are grappling with challenges posed by generative AI, including deepfakes, misinformation, and online harms

India's e-commerce websites outpace apps as shopping habits evolve: Report

India recorded the world's highest e-commerce website traffic over the past year, even as app downloads plateaued, signalling a shift in how consumers discover products and shop online