Sweta Kumari

Sweta Kumari

Sweta Kumari covers consumer technology and the digital ecosystem at Business Standard, reporting on everything from smartphones and apps to artificial intelligence and emerging tech trends. Her work tracks major developments across software, social media platforms, and AI tools, while also reviewing new gadgets such as smartphones, smartwatches, tablets and more. She closely follows product launches and innovations, helping readers stay up to date with the latest in technology.

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From Reels to risks: How scammers are turning videos into malware traps

Cybercriminals are moving beyond email scams and into social media feeds, using tutorial-style videos on TikTok and Instagram to spread malware and steal credentials

Updated On: 12 Jun 2026 | 4:46 PM IST

Who's liable when AI gets it wrong? German court ruling stirs global debate

A German court ruling against Google's AI Overviews reignites a growing global debate over whether AI companies can be held liable for false, harmful, or misleading outputs

Updated On: 11 Jun 2026 | 4:00 PM IST

Too many alerts, too little attention: Why your phone won't stop buzzing

As apps compete for attention on India's smartphones, push notifications have become a key tool for driving engagement, sales, and retention, despite growing user fatigue

Updated On: 10 Jun 2026 | 4:12 PM IST

WWDC 2026: Apple bets on device-level controls to protect children online

With regulators scrutinising platforms over underage users, Apple's WWDC 2026 update makes device-level parental controls central to child safety

Updated On: 09 Jun 2026 | 2:41 PM IST

Storage full? How cloud subscriptions became Big Tech's reliable cash cow

As photos, videos, WhatsApp backups and AI content pile up, cloud storage is reportedly evolving from a convenience into one of technology's fastest-growing subscription businesses

Updated On: 08 Jun 2026 | 2:15 PM IST

CMF Watch 3 Pro review: Good GPS tracking, long battery life steal the show

CMF refines its smartwatch formula with a larger AMOLED display, improved GPS and long battery life, creating one of the most practical wearables in its segment

Updated On: 08 Jun 2026 | 1:49 PM IST

Ads to algos: Are IG, Snapchat and YT becoming new digital shopping malls?

Social media is no longer just shaping conversations. With creators, algorithms and commerce converging, platforms are increasingly influencing what consumers discover and buy

Updated On: 05 Jun 2026 | 4:13 PM IST

Why AI companies need consumers to pay for service, but may not get them to

AI firms are betting users will pay monthly for advanced models, but subscription fatigue and bundled ecosystems may reshape how artificial intelligence is monetised

Updated On: 04 Jun 2026 | 2:56 PM IST

Android's June update adds scam call alerts, digital wardrobe and more

Google's June Android Drop adds scam call detection, new capabilities to Circle to Search feature, a digital wardrobe in Photos and easier file sharing with iPhones

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 4:30 PM IST

Hybrid agentic inference is coming soon to Perplexity Computer: What is it

According to Perplexity, its upcoming hybrid AI system can automatically route tasks between on-device and cloud models, aiming to improve privacy, efficiency, and performance

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 2:53 PM IST

Apple Design Awards 2026 winners announced ahead of WWDC 2026: Check list

Apple has announced the winners of its 2026 Design Awards, recognising 12 apps and games for innovation, design, and inclusivity ahead of WWDC

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 1:08 PM IST

Windows to AI models and Solara: Everything Microsoft announced at Build

At Build 2026, Microsoft outlined a shift across Windows, AI models, hardware and quantum computing, positioning AI agents and on-device intelligence at the centre of its future roadmap

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 1:01 PM IST

Apple's WWDC 2026 teaser points to possible Siri redesign: What we know

Apple has begun teasing WWDC 2026 with a new "All systems glow" slogan, as the company prepares to unveil iOS 27, Siri updates, and other software announcements on June 8

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:46 PM IST

Apple's iOS 26.5.1 fixes low-battery charging issue on iPhone 17 series

Apple has released iOS 26.5.1 for iPhone 17 and iPhone Air users, bringing a fix for a charging issue that could prevent wired charging when the battery is nearly drained

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 3:20 PM IST

WhatsApp may soon flag scam messages without reading your chats: Details

WhatsApp is reportedly developing a Scam Alert feature that could warn users about suspicious messages from unknown contacts without reading chats or compromising end-to-end encryption

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 2:18 PM IST

Amazon Music adds ads for Prime members, ad-free costs extra: Details here

Amazon Music for Prime users will now include ads, while ad-free listening, offline downloads and premium audio quality move to the new Music Unlimited subscription

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:38 AM IST

Meta eyes broader AI wearable push with new glasses; pendant in works too

Meta is reportedly developing four new smart glasses, an AI-powered pendant, and a consumer AI assistant as competition from Google and Apple intensifies

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:26 AM IST

Gemini Spark arrives for Google AI Ultra users: How the agentic AI works

Introduced at Google I/O, Gemini Spark is rolling out to AI Ultra users in the US, offering a proactive AI agent that can automate tasks across apps and services

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 3:49 PM IST

WhatsApp for mobile may get a logout option without deleting chats: Report

WhatsApp is testing a native logout option that allows users to sign out without uninstalling the app or deleting the account, while preserving chats, settings and login information

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 3:14 PM IST

Apple Music may follow Spotify with free and low-cost subscriptions: Report

Clues discovered in the Apple Music Android beta suggest the company may be testing different subscription tiers, though it remains unclear what changes are being planned

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 12:49 PM IST