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India has proposed sweeping smartphone security requirements, including source code access, drawing resistance from major manufacturers such as Apple and Samsung over data protection and proprietary risks
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DIY DDR5 is no longer just a concept, but a reality, as modder VIK-on has built his first 32GB stick from scavenged parts. The memory chips came from laptop SODIMMs, while a new PCB and cooler were acquired from China. After flashing custom firmware enabling 6400 MT/s XMP, the entire build put together cost $218. Read more âș
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President Donald Trump said in a post on Truth Social that Cuba would no longer receive oil or money from Venezuela. Read more âș
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Gentoo Linux posted its 2025 project retrospective this week. Some interesting details: Mostly because of the continuous attempts to force Copilot usage for our repositories, Gentoo currently considers and plans the migration of our repository mirrors and pull request contributions to Codeberg. Codeberg is a site based on Forgejo, maintained by a non-profit organization, and located in Berlin, Germany. Gentoo continues to host its own primary git, bugs, etc infrastructure... Read more âș
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The retail giant said a new Gemini integration reflects a broader shift from search-based shopping to AI systems that can act on a customerâs behalf. Read more âș
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Elon Muskâs artificial intelligence company xAIâs tool Grok has sparked global outrage after it rolled out an 'edit image' button in December, allowing users to digitally alter pictures by putting specific prompts. Users have since used the AI tool to generate nonconsensual images of undressed women and children. Has the billionaireâs company taken any action amid the backlash? Read more âș
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An AI system tested in eastern China is helping doctors detect pancreatic cancer before symptoms appear, allowing earlier treatment and improving patientsâ chances of survival Read more âș
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India has emerged a major smartphone export hub under the PLI scheme, with iPhone exports crossing $50 billion. Other brands like Samsung shipped out nearly $17 billion worth of devices through the five-year period applicable from FY21 to 25. Read more âș
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Volkswagen is reinstating physical buttons and a volume dial in its new ID Polo compact car, reversing the touchscreen trend after a decade of driver complaints about distraction risks. Research shows touch controls slow reactions significantly, prompting Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and regulators to push back toward tactile interfaces for better safety. Read more âș
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An US teen was found dead of drug overdose after he sought drug related guidance from ChatGPT for months, as claimed by his mother. The 18-year-old, used the AI bot to get counselling into different aspects and occasions into answering his query after it refused to assist him about questions related to illicit drug use. Read more âș
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xAI has generated $20 billion in its latest funding round, the startup announced on Tuesday. Some of the companies that featured in xAIâs Series E funding round include  Nvidia and Fidelity Management and Resource Company Read more âș
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said that the companyâs next-generation AI chips will deliver up to five times more computing power, debuting earlier than expected. Nvidia pushes deeper into chatbots, agentic AI, self-driving technology and long-context applications. Read more âș
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Lego has introduced its most significant evolution in 50 years: âsmart bricksâ that light up. The line will be introduced from March 1, 2026, beginning with the popular Lego Star Wars toys. But not everyone is happy with the change. Here is why Read more âș
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Googleâs AI overview has triggered fresh criticism after wrongly stating the current year, relieving concerns over repeated AI inaccuracies. When a user asked about the next year it responded saying â2026 is next year.â Read more âș
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said robots are âAI immigrantsâ that can ease global labour shortages, arguing automation will create jobs rather than replace workers. Read more âș
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