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RDI fund's maiden startup cohort likely to plug deeptech gaps

The first five startups backed under the Rs 1 lakh crore RDI fund aim to develop indigenous deep-tech solutions across space, healthcare, clean energy and advanced engineering

Dixon-Vivo venture gets govt nod under eased Press Note 3 FDI framework

Approval marks one of the first clearances under the revised Press Note 3 regime, which allows up to 10% non-controlling ownership from land-bordering countries

Why China's AI model export rethink may force India to revisit AI strategy

China is considering limiting overseas access to its frontier AI models after a similar US move, signalling that advanced AI is increasingly being treated as a strategic national asset

AI real threat to GCCs handling low-cost, repetitive work: CEA Nageswaran

Highlighting the evolution of India's GCC ecosystem, the CEA said multinational companies initially came to India for lower costs but stayed because of the country's capabilities

Apple MacBook Neo bucks weak Q2 PC market, but bigger test awaits: Analysts

Apple outpaced rivals in the global PC market in Q2 2026, driven by the MacBook Neo. IDC says demand in India remains strong despite the recent price increase

AI has no capacity for originality, zero role in literature: Salman Rushdie

The Booker Prize-winning author said AI can process vast amounts of information but lacks the originality needed to create art, while also reflecting on adaptations of Midnight's Children

WhatsApp's reply on 'username' feature due today: IT Secretary S Krishnan

The Centre had asked Meta not to roll out the feature in India until consultations are completed, citing concerns over online fraud, phishing and impersonation risks

Govt to decide next steps after Meta responds on CSEAM issue: IT secretary

The Centre said it will decide its next course of action after examining Meta's response to the notice over alleged child sexual exploitative and abuse material in paid Instagram advertisements

Swift launches blockchain platform for 24x7 cross-border payments

The global messaging network said 17 banks, including HSBC, Citigroup, BNY Mellon, Standard Chartered and UBS, will pilot live cross-border transactions using tokenised deposits

India-Australia PACTS: What the new tech partnership means for India

PACTS replaces the 2020 Framework Arrangement on Cyber and Cyber Enabled Critical Technology Cooperation, which served as the main platform for bilateral engagement in cyber and critical technologies

China asks users to update Claude Code over 'backdoor' security risk

China's National Vulnerability Database alleged that certain versions of Anthropic's AI coding tool may transmit sensitive user information without consent and advised users to update or uninstall it

OpenAI set to launch most capable GPT model after delayed rollout

The release of OpenAI's most advanced AI model was delayed after US government requests amid growing concerns over the misuse of powerful artificial intelligence technologies

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?