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Nvidia could launch laptop chips this year with Dell, Lenovo models: Report

Nvidia is reportedly working on Arm-based and x86 designs with MediaTek and Intel, as it looks to re-enter the consumer PC space beyond data centre AI chips

OpenAI appoints Indian-origin executive Arvind KC as chief people officer

As CPO, KC will help OpenAI scale in a way that supports its workforce, from strengthening hiring, onboarding and development frameworks to building systems and policies that make collaboration easier

Apple tightens age verification rules to comply with Child safety measures

Apple has announced age checks in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana, blocking 18+ apps without adult verification and expanding developer compliance tools

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: How to watch S26 series launch, what to expect

Samsung may launch the Galaxy S26 series at its next Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for February 25. The Galaxy Buds 4 series may tag along. Here's how you can watch the launch live

Univ of Sheffield study helps AI better understand accents and dialects

The study is based on Dr Montgomery's systematic review of more than five decades of peer-reviewed research on accent and dialect variation across Great Britain

Tech Wrap Feb 24: iQOO 15R launch, iOS 26.4 dev beta 2, Xiaomi Pad 8

iQOO 15R launched in India. Apple releases iOS 26.4 developer beta 2. Xiaomi Pad 8 to launch in India on Feb 28. Ubisoft making new Assassin's Creed and Farcry games. Claude Code Security

AI-led data centre boom lifts power demand in western, southern India

Year-on-year power demand has risen about 3 per cent, led by AI-driven data centres and GCC clusters in southern and western India, signalling higher peak electricity needs in 2026

DJI Romo security flaw exposed thousands of homes to remote access: Report

Reportedly, DJI's Romo robot vacuum had a server flaw that exposed camera and audio access on thousands of devices worldwide; the company has since fixed the issue

What is Claude Code Security, and why it spooked cybersecurity companies

Anthropic's new AI tool for finding and fixing code vulnerabilities has triggered sharp market reaction in select markets and renewed debate over how much AI can reshape application security industry

Xiaomi Pad 8 set to launch in India on February 28: Expected specs, more

Xiaomi Pad 8 will launch in India on February 28 at 6:30 pm IST, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and a 9,200mAh battery

Ubisoft confirms Assassin's Creed and Far Cry titles in development: Report

Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot has reportedly confirmed that multiple Assassin's Creed and Far Cry titles are currently in development, alongside new Rainbow Six projects at Vantage Studios

Sam Altman plays down AI water-use claims, says energy is the real issue

Speaking during his India visit, the OpenAI CEO said water claims are "totally untrue" but acknowledged that AI's rising power needs make nuclear and renewables more urgent

Apple releases iOS 26.4 developer beta 2: Check features, how to upgrade

Apple rolls out iOS 26.4 developer beta 2 with expanded RCS encryption testing, new accessibility controls, UI tweaks to App Store and Games app and minor improvements

Anthropic accuses DeepSeek, MiniMax of data copying, distillation attacks

Anthropic said that DeepSeek, MiniMax Group Inc, and Moonshot AI violated its terms of service by generating more than 16 million exchanges with its Claude models through 24,000 fraudulent accounts

What are 'e-nose' and 'e-tongue' techs being deployed at Tirumala temple?

Tirumala's new $25-crore food testing lab will deploy e-nose and e-tongue systems to detect adulteration and quality variations in prasadam ingredients through sensor-based analysis

AI won't replace software engineers, will uplevel skills: Microsoft's Smith

AI should enhance, not replace, software engineers by automating routine coding and boosting productivity, says Microsoft President Brad Smith

Tech Wrap Feb 23: Perplexity in Galaxy AI, Nothing Phone 4a, Kodak TV

Samsung adding Perplexity to Galaxy AI on S26 series. Nothing Phone 4a design revealed. Kodak QD-Mini LED 4K TV launched. iQOO 15R specs unveiled. WhatsApp's anti-spoiler feature

Xbox consoles remain central to Microsoft's gaming plans, says new CEO

In a letter to staff, Asha Sharma said the company will expand across devices but keep the console at the centre of its strategy for players and developers

Vivo V70 FE with MediaTek 7360 Turbo may launch soon: What to expect

Vivo might be in the works to soon expand its V70 lineup with the launch of Vivo V70 FE, expected to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo chip and a 7,000mAh battery

iQOO 15R with 7600mAh battery launching on February 24: What to expect

Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, the iQOO 15R will run on Android 16-based OriginOS 6 with four years of OS updates and six years of security patches