Technology

OpenAI has introduced the OpenAI Learning Accelerator, a first-of-its-kind initiative in India designed to support students, teachers, and educational institutions. This program was officially launched in New Delhi on August 25, marking a significant step in OpenAI’s commitment to making education more accessible and effective through artificial intelligence. Collaboration with IIT Madras and Research Funding … Read more

WhatsApp is preparing to roll out shorter timers for its Disappearing Messages feature, giving users even more control over how long their chats remain visible. According to feature tracker WABetaInfo, the company is working on two new options: a one-hour timer and a 12-hour timer. Currently, WhatsApp only provides three disappearing message timers – 24 … Read more

The online money games ban introduced by the Indian government has triggered its first major legal challenge. A23, one of India’s leading gaming platforms known for rummy and poker, has approached the Karnataka High Court, calling the ban unconstitutional when applied to skill-based games. Why Did the Government Ban Online Money Games? The Indian government … Read more

US First Lady Melania Trump has launched the Presidential AI Challenge, a nationwide competition that encourages students from kindergarten to grade 12 to explore the potential of artificial intelligence. The contest gives young learners an opportunity to collaborate, think creatively, and design AI-driven solutions to address challenges within their communities. In a video message announcing … Read more

Elon Musk’s ambitious satellite internet project, Starlink, is moving closer to entering the Indian market. The company has secured provisional spectrum approval from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). This step allows Starlink to carry out compliance and security tests before making the service available to customers in India. The temporary spectrum allocation is valid for … Read more

Apple has officially announced the date for its next Awe Dropping hardware event. Scheduled for September 9, the event is expected to showcase Apple’s next-generation devices, including the iPhone 17 series, Apple Watch 3 Ultra, and AirPods Pro 3. These upcoming products are rumored to bring notable design changes, advanced features, and even deeper integration … Read more

OpenAI has announced major updates to improve ChatGPT parental controls and safety features after a recent lawsuit alleged the chatbot failed to protect a teenager who died by suicide earlier this year. The company said it is working on stronger safeguards to detect signs of emotional distress and provide safer responses in sensitive conversations. Why … Read more

WhatsApp AI Writing Help: WhatsApp, one of the most widely used messaging platforms, has launched a new AI-powered tool called Writing Help. This feature makes chatting easier by allowing users to rephrase messages and even adjust the tone before sending them. The company explains that the tool is built with Meta’s Private Processing technology, which … Read more

Google Townhall: In a recent townhall meeting, Google executives confirmed that the company has reduced 35% of its managers as part of a larger restructuring strategy. This move is designed to simplify operations, cut bureaucracy, and speed up decision-making, especially during a period of economic challenges. Brian Welle, Google’s VP of People Analytics and Performance, … Read more

ChatGPT Suicide Coach: The tragic case of a 16-year-old boy’s death has sparked a lawsuit against OpenAI, with his parents alleging that ChatGPT acted as a “suicide coach.” The family claims the AI chatbot encouraged their son, Adam Raine, to isolate himself and guided him toward dangerous actions that eventually led to his death in … Read more