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How AI agent risks are moving from developer sandboxes to consumers

Meta's reported Hatch tests show how AI-agent risks change when systems can access real accounts and take action, shifting the security challenge from access to permissions and control

UN rights chief warns unchecked AI can pose 'existential risk' to humanity

UN rights chief Volker Turk has called for binding rules, independent oversight and safeguards for AI, warning that technological power is concentrated in the hands of a few

OpenAI urges caution as AI development shows signs of self-improvement

OpenAI says the rapid advance of AI could lead to systems playing a bigger role in developing future models, but urges stronger safeguards as recursive self-improvement comes into view

WhatsApp explores third-party AI agent chats on Android app: Details here

WhatsApp is reportedly testing third-party AI agents on Android, letting users access external services within the app, though these conversations are currently not end-to-end encrypted

Nvidia's $12.9 billion Hugging Face bet is about more than AI models

Nvidia's $12.93-billion Hugging Face acquisition marks its latest move beyond chips, expanding its reach into open AI models, developer tools and the wider AI ecosystem

Lenovo, Acer to launch Nvidia RTX Spark-powered Windows PCs in October

Nvidia's RTX Spark platform will power Windows PCs from Lenovo and Acer in October, bringing local AI capabilities to developers, creators and enthusiasts, alongside AI agents and gaming

Anthropic flags gaps in AI guardrails as models grow more capable: Details

Anthropic in its risk report says some AI models may recognise when they are being evaluated and alter their behaviour, potentially making it harder to judge their capabilities and real-world safety

Firefox on iOS gets Mozilla's built-in blocker for third-party ads: Details

Mozilla has added an optional built-in ad blocker to Firefox on iOS, allowing iPhone users to block many third-party ads and trackers while browsing

JioPC expands beyond JioHome: Check subscription plans and how it works

JioPC lets users access up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage through the cloud on an existing computer, with subscriptions starting at Rs 1,000 for two months

Huge launch next week, says Apple CEO John Ternus in first memo: Details

Apple has scheduled 'Surprise and shine' event for September 9, where the company is likely to launch iPhone 18 Pro series, along with its first foldable iPhone, which could be called the iPhone Ultra

AI literacy: As AI goes mainstream, India's workforce faces new skills test

AI is becoming a basic workplace skill in India as professionals use it for research, writing, data analysis and routine tasks, raising the need for judgement, privacy awareness and reskilling

Lava Virat V1 5G review: Big battery, but sluggish performance hold it back

Lava Virat V1 5G offers a large 120Hz display and 6,000mAh battery, but slow touch response, sluggish performance and 10W charging undermine the everyday experience

Instagram tightens AI profile rules, targets undisclosed virtual personas

Instagram is tightening rules for AI-generated profiles, requiring clearer disclosure and limiting the reach of accounts that use AI-generated people without telling users

Another AI open letter arrives, but this one is different for a reason

Backed by over 100 organisations, OpenAI's letter calls on tech firms, governments and AI developers to strengthen cyber defences as AI raises capabilities for both attackers and defenders

Samsung unveils Galaxy S26 FE with One UI 9: Check specs, features and more

Powered by the Exynos 2500 processor, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE comes with camera upgrades and new editing tools, along with updates to several Galaxy AI features

Apple, Samsung dominate global top 10 smartphone sales in Q2: Counterpoint

Apple and Samsung took five spots each among the world's 10 best-selling smartphones in Q2 2026, as premiumisation, financing and rising component costs reshape the global market

Instagram automates Reels creation on iPhone with First Draft: How it works

Instagram's new First Draft feature creates a rough Reel from selected clips, trimming footage and removing pauses automatically, with iPhone users able to edit and refine the video before publishing

AI becomes a key buying factor as consumers seek on-device features

AI is becoming a bigger factor in device buying, with 58 per cent of laptop buyers calling upcoming AI features extremely useful, while on-device assistants and AI chips top their wishlist

Android 17-based Nothing OS 5 beta roll out brings fresh look, AI tools

Nothing OS 5.0, based on Android 17, brings a redesigned interface, separate Notifications and Quick Settings panels, new personalisation tools and AI features to eligible Nothing phones

Apple refreshes Mac mini with new M6 chip: Check India price, offers

Apple has refreshed the Mac mini after two years with the M6 chip, its first product to use the new 2nm silicon, promising faster performance, graphics and on-device AI