Harsh Shivam

Harsh Shivam

As a senior technology reporter at Business Standard, Harsh Shivam specialises in decoding innovations within the consumer tech space. His expertise extends to delivering in-depth gadget reviews that provide readers with comprehensive insights into the latest tech advancements. With a keen eye for detail, he captures and reports on the dynamic landscape of technology, ensuring his audience stays informed about the newest developments and trends shaping the industry.

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AI singularity explained: Why tech leaders say it has already started

From Altman to Musk, AI leaders keep invoking singularity this year. Here is what the term actually means, and why experts remain unconvinced it has arrived

Updated On: 30 Jul 2026 | 3:27 PM IST

How OpenAI's rogue AI broke into Hugging Face and kept exploring for days

Hugging Face's report reveals OpenAI's models did not simply escape a testing sandbox. It launched a sustained cyber campaign, exposing how frontier models could behave once they reach the real world

Updated On: 29 Jul 2026 | 4:27 PM IST

Why over 1000 AI researchers want governments ready to slow AI progress

More than 1,100 AI researchers from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and Meta have urged the US government to prepare mechanisms to deliberately pace frontier AI development. Here is the reason

Updated On: 29 Jul 2026 | 12:36 PM IST

Dell launches XPS 13 in India to take on MacBook Neo: How they compare

The XPS 13 enters India as Dell's answer to Apple's MacBook Neo, while the company also expands its consumer laptop portfolio with the Dell 14S, Dell 16S and Alienware 15

Updated On: 29 Jul 2026 | 10:26 AM IST

Open AI models gain industry support, but security commitments diverge

Google and OpenAI supported Nvidia's policy case for open-weight models but did not join its security alliance, while Anthropic challenged claims that openness inherently favours defenders

Updated On: 28 Jul 2026 | 3:48 PM IST

How agentic AI is changing who influences online shopping decisions

As AI shopping agents evolve from assistants to decision-makers, retailers may need to rethink how they reach customers, present products and compete online

Updated On: 27 Jul 2026 | 2:48 PM IST

AI economy is creating a new kind of telecom customer. Are networks ready?

AI agents are increasing demand for upload capacity, low latency and programmable network services, forcing telecom operators to rethink infrastructure built primarily for human users

Updated On: 24 Jul 2026 | 3:29 PM IST

How AI agent marketplaces could become the app stores of a new agentic era

OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and Microsoft are building directories for AI agents and connected tools, setting up a new battle over software discovery, payments and platform control

Updated On: 23 Jul 2026 | 3:30 PM IST

WhatsApp brings direct iPad sign-up, PDF editing and music sharing features

The update lets users create a WhatsApp account directly on iPad, refreshes the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay experience, adds PDF viewing and annotation, and enables music sharing to Status

Updated On: 23 Jul 2026 | 10:36 AM IST

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, Flip8 launched: Price, features, specs

Samsung introduces the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, redesigned Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, One UI 9, upgraded cameras, larger batteries and new Galaxy AI features

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 9:17 PM IST

Galaxy Unpacked highlights: Samsung unveils Fold8 series, Flip8, AI eyewear

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, redesigned Fold8 and Flip8, alongside new Galaxy Watch models and intelligent eyewear built on Google's Android XR platform

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 9:13 PM IST

Why Samsung, Apple could be pushing foldables towards wider screen design

With Samsung and Apple reportedly exploring wider foldable designs, the category could be shifting focus from making devices thinner to improving usability, media consumption and everyday practicality

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 1:19 PM IST

How ransom attacks on small businesses open doors to larger organisations

Kaspersky says India's SMBs are becoming attractive ransomware targets as cybercriminals exploit weak security, growing digital adoption and deeper integration with enterprise supply chains

Updated On: 21 Jul 2026 | 3:04 PM IST

JBL Live 780NC review: Balanced all-round headphones below flagship tier

The JBL Live 780NC combines balanced sound, effective ANC, long battery life and a feature-rich companion app into a package that feels comfortable both at work and on the move

Updated On: 20 Jul 2026 | 4:08 PM IST

More launches, limited choices: What is happening in consumer electronics?

Brands are stretching smartphones and televisions across more configurations and price points as weak demand, rising component costs and longer replacement cycles make new product development riskier

Updated On: 20 Jul 2026 | 3:34 PM IST

Can DTH pay channels be offered free on TV apps? Draft rules spark debate

Draft broadcasting rules have revived a dispute over whether apps streaming scheduled TV channels should follow the same pricing, licensing and consumer protection norms as DTH and cable operators

Updated On: 15 Jul 2026 | 2:26 PM IST

Gen AI goes mainstream on smartphones, influences purchase decisions: CMR

AI is becoming central to the smartphone experience, with 71 per cent of Indian users reportedly using generative AI features and 59 per cent considering AI when buying a new device

Updated On: 15 Jul 2026 | 10:42 AM IST

Apple, Samsung pull ahead as memory crisis hits smartphone market in Q2

Rising memory costs have squeezed budget smartphone makers, while Apple and Samsung have gained market share by protecting flagship devices, securing supply and focusing on premium segments

Updated On: 14 Jul 2026 | 3:11 PM IST

Economists, tech leaders urge governments to prepare for AI job disruption

An open letter, signed by Nobel laureates, tech leaders from OpenAI, Google and Anthropic, and economists, warns AI could reshape the economy faster than the Industrial Revolution

Updated On: 14 Jul 2026 | 10:26 AM IST

Google Health review: Fitbit's successor is ambitious and surprisingly good

Google's new Health app combines fitness tracking, AI coaching and medical records into one platform, though it occasionally prioritises lengthy explanations over quick, glanceable insights

Updated On: 13 Jul 2026 | 3:12 PM IST