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Lava will launch the Agni 4 on 20 November, featuring a dual camera setup, MediaTek Dimensity chipset. It could feature a 6.67-inch OLED display and a 7,000 mAh battery.

Apple's Siri upgrade, powered by Google's Gemini, is set for March next year, with a focus on improved AI features. This aligns with Apple's ongoing collaboration with Google and a commitment to enhance its voice assistant's functionality.

Meta rejected allegations from Strike 3 Holdings that it used pirated adult films for AI training. The company criticized the lawsuit as baseless, pointed to its prohibition against adult content generation, and noted the challenges of monitoring network activity.

Google is enhancing its search with AI features amid challenges to its ad revenue model. The company plans to introduce ads in various AI experiences, as confirmed by VP Robbie Stein, who notes the potential for new ad formats in AI Mode.

The OxygenOS 16 update is now available for OnePlus 13 and 13s, introducing new features like fluid animations, customizable lock screens, and AI enhancements. Other devices will receive the update in phases until March 2026.

The latest viral trend lets users transform selfies into glossy, studio-style portraits with Gemini Nano Banana AI. An X user shared seven viral prompts to help women create professional, fashion-inspired portraits with cinematic lighting and luxury flair. Here's a step-by-step guide to try.

Elon Musk refuted Sam Altman's claims regarding a refund for a canceled Tesla Roadster, stating that Altman received the refund within 24 hours. Musk also accused Altman of stealing a non-profit amid ongoing lawsuits related to OpenAI's transition to a for-profit model.

CEO Jensen Huang recently brushed off bubble concerns, but here’s why growing doubts over the profitability of generative AI and agentic AI projects, and Big Tech’s massive cash burn, may be justified.

Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu said on Saturday in a post on X that true creativity lies outside the training distribution. He explained why AI models like LLMs struggle compared to game engines such as those for chess or Go, which use structured, rule-based approaches like Monte Carlo Tree Search.

This isn’t the return of the dot-com era, Mark A. Jamison writes in a guest commentary.

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 series is tipped to bring major upgrades in cameras, AI, and display tech. Leaks suggest M14 OLED panels, powerful Exynos 2600 or Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips, and larger batteries across the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra models.

Social media has caught fumes on Sunday as Fortnite servers went offline for scheduled maintenance during the rollout of the Springfield-themed v38.00 update. The Simpsons crossover adds a new Springfield Island map and cosmetics, but frustrated fans are venting over the long downtime.

Epic Games down: Epic Games Store (EGS) is facing a major outage on Sunday, affecting Fortnite, Rocket League, Fall Guys and many other titles. Thousands of users report login and server issues, coinciding with Fortnite’s scheduled downtime for its Simpsons crossover event. Here's what is happening.

Elon Musk has once again teased his vision of a flying car, revealing plans to demo a “crazy technology” Tesla Roadster prototype before year-end. Speaking on The Joe Rogan Experience, the billionaire hinted the vehicle could blur the line between car and aircraft.

Capcom has opened pre-orders for Resident Evil Requiem. The title is launching on 27 February 2026 for PS5. It will introduce new protagonist Grace Ashcroft, offer Deluxe Edition bonuses, DualSense features, and celebrates nearly 30 years of the Resident Evil legacy.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said that AI has entered a virtuous cycle, driving rapid industry growth. Major tech companies have been investing in billions in AI technologies. Huang emphasized that this marks the beginning of a new computing era, which will further reshape industries. 

Discover five hidden iPhone features that make everyday tasks easier, from editing text with the space bar trick to turning the Apple logo into a shortcut button. These simple iOS tricks can improve productivity, reduce distractions, and enhance your overall iPhone experience.

Samsung has partnered with Nvidia on Friday to build a next-generation AI megafactory that will embed artificial intelligence across its global semiconductor production. Using over 50,000 Nvidia GPUs, the platform will optimise chip design, manufacturing and robotics operations in real time.

Flipkart is offering up to ₹35,000 off on the Google Pixel 9, bringing its price down to ₹54,999. Buyers can combine bank and exchange offers for extra savings. Powered by the Tensor G4 chip, the Pixel 9 boasts top-tier performance, AI features, and flagship-level cameras.

Perplexity Finance currently allows users to track American politicians' trading activities and holdings. A similar system to bring about greater financial transparency in India is slated to be launched soon, as per CEO Aravind Srinivas.

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro lineup may debut in new Coffee, Burgundy, and Purple colours, marking a bold shift from the Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro. The models are expected to feature the A20 Pro chip, a C2 modem, and a variable aperture main camera, according to recent leaks.

Google's new AI tool makes advanced AI app creation accessible to everyone.

The difference might not seem much, but the nuance here is that while the American firms are digital natives, India’s investments are led by traditional conglomerates diversifying into the factories of the AI age.

Apple is gearing up to launch iOS 26.1 soon, and here are the changes it could bring for iPhone users.

A good gaming setup can make all the difference between an average and an extraordinary experience. The ongoing Amazon sale brings you the best deals with up to 70% off on gaming accessories.

Tired of printers that stop working at the worst time? These black and white printers deliver fast, clear prints and need little care. Great deals are live on Amazon right now.

See the top ASUS TUF gaming laptops with huge price drops, blending durability with performance on a budget.

OpenAI has introduced a monetisation model for its Sora video generation app on iOS, ending unlimited free use. Users can now buy 10 extra video generations for $4 after reaching daily limits, as the company moves to make the platform financially sustainable.

Google is rolling out a new Gemini feature that can automatically create full Google Slides presentations from a text prompt or uploaded file. Using the “Canvas” tool, here is how users can turn ideas or documents into themed slide decks with images and export them directly to Slides.

Halloween 2025: Use Gemini’s Nano Banana to turn selfies into hyper-realistic ghostly portraits, gothic pumpkin-lit scenes, and the spookiest cinematic art with viral prompts from X and Google. Here are seven prompts for you to jump on the AI trend bandwagon. 

Perplexity AI has launched Perplexity Patents on Thursday. It is an AI-powered tool that simplifies patent research using natural language queries. The platform lets users explore patents, prior art, and related innovations conversationally, making IP intelligence more accessible to everyone.

WhatsApp has introduced passkey-based encryption for chat backups, allowing users to secure their data using fingerprint, face recognition, or screen lock instead of passwords or long encryption keys. The update enhances privacy and simplifies backup protection across devices.

At the Bengaluru Mint Leadership Dialogues, experts highlighted India’s tech potential hindered by insufficient financial capital. They called for strategic policy changes to foster innovation and reduce dependency on international funding.

The SpaceX-owned Starlink is hiring in finance and accounting domains—for roles like payments manager, accounting manager, senior treasury analyst, and tax manager.

Jio users can access Google AI Pro for free for 18 months, while OpenAI offers ChatGPT Go for free for a year. Perplexity provides a subscription for Airtel users. Check out the comparison for all three plans.

Sundar Pichai has reacted to Google AI Pro subscription going free for Reliance Jio users. The two companies had announced the plan earlier in the day via a blogpost with early access beginning with users aged 18 to 25.

Google AI Pro is being offered for free to all Reliance Jio users having plans worth ₹349 or more. The offer is currently applicable for users between 18-25.

Shopping for a Galaxy watch without overspending? We list Samsung Galaxy smartwatches under ₹45,000, starting at ₹16,495, with health tracking, GPS and LTE options, battery notes, and clear picks based on what you need.

Jio users will receive an 18-month free subscription to Google AI Pro valued at ₹35,100, starting with individuals aged 18 to 25 before being extended to all eligible users nationwide.

YouTube has launched super resolution to upscale videos below 1080p to HD on smart TVs, with plans for 4K. Creators can opt out, keeping original resolutions intact. 

A higher-than-normal share of the companies that have reported their results so far have beaten consensus expectations.

Tired of endless email exchanges to lock in a meeting time? Gemini in Gmail AI feature can reclaim your valuable hours.

Meta is not alone in its recent layoffs. We take a look at the other major companies that have cut AI related roles. There are also some who have announced layoffs citing impact from AI reshaping the industry.

Tech giants have been enlisted to support environmentalists and academics in using AI to amplify their work.

The era of the simple chatbot is over. The new wave of AI tools doesn't just answer questions—they execute entire projects. These eight tools are the ultimate cheat codes for professional productivity.

By one measure, local opposition has sunk or delayed tens of billions of dollars worth of potential data center projects.

For many influencers, the days of slow and costly manual content creation are over. Artificial intelligence has become an essential partner, automating everything from scripting and editing to managing follower engagement.

The worriers are looking at the issue from the wrong perspective, Jonathan Welburn and Vegard M. Nygaard write in a guest commentary.

New technology is hardly the only driver of economic growth. Just ask the banks, which reported impressive quarterly earnings.

Tired of juggling design tools? This new AI bridge solves the pain points of presentation creation, bringing professional polish to your work.

Scheduled for November 28, 2025, the All About AI Tech4Good Awards now expands beyond India, inviting entries from Singapore, Malaysia and Philippines. Featuring six categories and special awards for youth and women innovators, the summit will highlight AI's role in driving social change.

Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, acknowledged OpenAI's ChatGPT launch as a significant move in AI. He mentioned Google's progress in AI products with eventual launch of Gemini in March 2023.

In a post on X, the Google CEO announced that the tech giant had developed a new cancer-therapy hypothesis. Here's what it means

Sam Altman defended OpenAI's proposed ChatGPT ‘adult model,’ saying the company isn't the elected ‘moral police’. In a post on X, he outlined the AI company's plans to impose stricter regulations for teenage users while easing certain restrictions for adults.

Mint explains how Google's $15 billion AI data centre infrastructure will transform India's tech landscape.

Other companies have also been moving to integrate AI with shopping.

Investors don’t care if AI stocks are pricey as long as companies deliver hefty profits. But what happens if those profits shrink a lot?

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said the company will allow mature content, such as erotica, for age-verified ChatGPT users starting in December. He added OpenAI plans to safely relax restrictions in most cases and “treat adults like adults”. 

A new multi-billion dollar opportunity is opening up for Indian professionals such as doctors, lawyers and engineers in the artificial intelligence space. But be warned—it is not for the faint-hearted.

The company has promoted Judson Althoff, its longtime sales boss, to chief executive of its commercial business, freeing up Nadella to focus on diversifying Microsoft's AI strategy beyond OpenAI. What's his plan?

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei met PM Modi in New Delhi to talk about the company's expansion in India. Bengaluru will host its first office, enhancing local AI talent and innovation. Modi highlighted the importance of AI in sectors like education and healthcare.

Claude can automate Excel dashboards, Word documents, and PowerPoint presentations, unlocking new efficiencies for your team.

OpenAI and its partners have promised to spend $1 trillion on AI. The stock market is counting on it.

Aravind Srinivas, co-founder and chief executive of Perplexity, reacted to a viral video showing how to use Comet browser for an online course. His response drew lakhs of views and comments.

What do the recent multi-billion-dollar deals between tech companies such as OpenAI, Nvidia, AMD, and xAI mean for the broader AI industry? Can it have a domino effect and spur growth?

A Competition Commission of India survey highlighted how AI is “rapidly reshaping” the country's business landscape. It found 67% of Indian AI startups focus on developing applications, with a majority being open-source technologies. 

Elon Musk's AI startup xAI is raising $20 billion in funding, including $2 billion from Nvidia, to support its data centre, Colossus 2. Here's all we know.

The Competition Commission of India has proposed a self-audit for companies to keep track of how they use AI and the data they train AI models on.

Amid soaring electricity bills in the US due to data centres, Zoho's Sridhar Vembu feels that we need vastly more energy efficient AI, that fundamentally rethinks the computational aspect, in order to make the technology viable in India.

Experts warn that AI and automation could disproportionately impact middle-income, higher-paying jobs and testing democracies like India. However, in ageing regions such as Europe, AI is seen as a productivity booster amid shrinking workforces, said economist Marcel Fratzscher.