Page 249 - Tech News

Apple to launch iCloud-based service for sending event invitations: Report

Named "Confetti" internally, the new Apple iCloud-based service will reportedly allow users to send invites for parties and meetings

Microsoft Paint gets Copilot button to streamline AI image editing: Details

The new dedicated Copilot button in the toolbar opens a dropdown menu listing all the available AI-powered editing tools such as Cocreator on Copilot Plus PCs

India to play crucial role in global AI revolution: Chandrababu Naidu

Speaking at a press conference just before the 16th Finance Commission meeting here, Naidu said there was significant global interest in India's development trajectory at the World Economic Forum

Meet 'Deep Research', OpenAI's new tool that does the googling for you

OpenAI's 'Deep Research' can search the web, find information, and create clear reports in minutes, making research faster and easier for people in different fields

OpenAI releases AI agent 'Deep Research' designed to act like analyst

The service, called Deep Research, will be available to certain paying customers through OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot online, the company said in a blog post

A challenging road ahead for India's DeepSeek moment in AI development

Even though DeepSeek has shown how to build a low-cost foundational AI model, India still has many hurdles to cross

48% startups have at least one woman director: Economic Survey 2025

However, on the flip side, the reins of entrepreneurial ownership remain dominantly male-held

Budget 2025: Govt ups allocation for electronics PLIs, semicon, AI by 84%

The allocation for semiconductor projects has been more than doubled to Rs 2,499.96 crore for 2025-26 from Rs 1,200 crore revised allocation for the current fiscal

US Congress blocks DeepSeek AI over security concerns; Italy launches probe

US Congress bans Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek over security risks, citing malware threats. Italy follows suit, blocking access and launching a probe into its data practices

Paragon spyware attack targeted journalists & civil society, says WhatsApp

WhatsApp uncovered a hacking campaign using Paragon spyware, targeting journalists and civil society members. The attack aimed to breach devices through malicious files shared on the platform

India leads the world in DeepSeek AI app downloads, setting records

The Indian government looks to host Chinese AI model on domestic servers to enhance data security and ensure compliance with Indian regulations

OpenAI's Sam Altman heads for another world tour as AI race tightens

Bloomberg reported this week that OpenAI is in talks to raise funds at a valuation of as much as $300 billion in a new SoftBank-led funding round

Apple cancels project to build Mac-connected augmented reality glasses

The now-canceled product would have looked like normal glasses but include built-in displays and require a connection to a Mac

In a first, Apple among top 5 smartphone brands in India, overtakes Realme

With a market share of 11 per cent, Apple displaced Realme from the fifth position

Google's 'Ask for Me' uses AI to call businesses on behalf of customers

Currently available as part of Google's Search Labs, this tool allows users to access essential information such as pricing and availability without having to dial a phone number themselves

Gen AI's integration with financial sector to foster innovation: SBI chief

He said with the advent of technology-based banking products and the growing use of these products by vulnerable sections of society, consumer education and protection are necessary

Tech wrap Jan 31: Apple Intelligence in India, Copilot AI, Forza Horizon 5

Apple Intelligence launching in India. Microsoft Copilot integrates OpenAI's o1 model, Forza Horizon 5 coming to PS5. Google Gemini 2,0 Flash. Intel-powered Surface Laptop 7, Surface Pro 11. iOS 18.4

Microsoft launches Intel-powered Surface Pro 11, Laptop 7 for businesses

The new Intel Core Ultra (series 2) powered Microsoft Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 support Microsoft's Copilot Plus PC platform

iOS 18.4: Next Apple iPhone update to bring smarter Siri, more intelligence

With iOS 18.4, Apple's digital assistant Siri could get on-screen awareness, personal context understanding and more advanced AI-powered features

5G rollout, regulatory reforms boosting digital connectivity: Eco Survey

The document tabled in Parliament on Friday stated that telecom infrastructure in India is being significantly improved through the BharatNet Project