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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/09/2026 06:27 EDT

If AI replaces junior engineers, where will future seniors come from? Arattai co-founder sparks debate

Amid AI vs human jobs debate, Arattai co-founder Sridhar Vembu has recently flagged if AI is set to replace entry-level positions, how will next-gen work flow come into play. He asks, how will someone become a software architect without being a junior engineer first? Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/09/2026 04:19 EDT

Apple’s next-in-line? Meet John Ternus, a hardware engineer who might become the CEO

As Tim Cook is set to put down his papers as the CEO, Apple is looking out for a new candidate. Amid this race, John Ternus, the hardware engineer chief is cropping out to be the frontrunner in this race. Read more

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/08/2026 07:20 EDT

Microsoft denies rumours  of 22,000 job cuts, calls reports ‘100% made up’

Rumors of massive layoffs at Microsoft, claiming up to 22,000 jobs could be axed in January 2026, have been denied by the tech giant. Chief communications officer Frank Shaw publicly dismissed the reports as being entirely untrue. Read more

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FP Explainers @ Firstpost Tech · 01/08/2026 06:44 EDT

Why is Southeast Asia still the global hub for online scam networks?

Cambodia’s extradition of tycoon Chen Zhi highlights a rare crackdown on the transnational scam industry that has defrauded billions worldwide. Yet, forced labour, trafficked workers, and sprawling scam compounds across Southeast Asia continue to fuel digital fraud operations Read more

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Arya.Pandey01 @ Firstpost Tech 3 place · 01/08/2026 03:57 EDT

Three Chinese AI, chip firms surge on Hong Kong debut after $1.19 billion IPO haul

Chinese AI, chip and robotics firms surged on Hong Kong debut after raising $1.19 billion, as Beijing fast-tracks tech listings to build domestic alternatives to US technology. Read more

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/08/2026 03:28 EDT

New tech race splits the world: China builds robots, Europe flies drones and US programs them

Robot stole CES 2026 spotlight as a robotics race split by geography: China leads humanoid hardware and scale, Europe dominates drones, while the US controls software brains and platforms, signalling divergent paths as humanoid move from labs to markets globally. Read more

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Arya Pandey @ Firstpost Tech · 01/08/2026 02:15 EDT

Is China blocking US-Big Tech AI moves in the country to push chip self-sufficiency?

China is tightening scrutiny of US-linked AI technology as it pushes towards self-reliance, reviewing Meta’s Manus deal and restricting Nvidia’s H200 chips, despite US export approvals, while prioritising domestic alternatives like Huawei to protect national security Read more

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Arya.Pandey01 @ Firstpost Tech · 01/07/2026 07:17 EDT

Nvidia CEO calls robots ‘AI immigrants’ to tackle global labour shortage

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said robots are “AI immigrants” that can ease global labour shortages, arguing automation will create jobs rather than replace workers. Read more

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/07/2026 07:01 EDT

‘2026 is next year’: Google AI overview sparks fresh backlash, Musk reacts

Google’s 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 ‘2026 is next year.’ Read more

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FP Explainers @ Firstpost Tech · 01/07/2026 06:43 EDT

Lego's biggest change in 50 years: What are the ‘smart bricks’ that light up and change colours?

Lego has introduced its most significant evolution in 50 years: ‘smart bricks’ 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

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FP Explainers @ Firstpost Tech 1 place · 01/07/2026 06:03 EDT

How Musk’s Grok is ‘dehumanising’ women by digitally undressing their images on X

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company xAI’s 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 billionaire’s company taken any action amid the backlash? Read more

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/07/2026 01:56 EDT

Vera Rubin: Chip wars escalate as Nvidia unveils next frontier in AI

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said that the company’s 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

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/06/2026 22:52 EDT

Musk's Grok announces new funding amid criticism over sexual deepfakes

xAI has generated $20 billion in its latest funding round, the startup announced on Tuesday. Some of the companies that featured in xAI’s Series E funding round include  Nvidia and Fidelity Management and Resource Company Read more

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/06/2026 07:40 EDT

'Let's go full trippy': ChatGPT advice sparks AI safety outrage as drug overdose kills US teen

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

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/06/2026 06:34 EDT

Cars are going back from touchscreens to physical buttons because…

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

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech 1 place · 01/05/2026 04:51 EDT

India is now a smartphone export powerhouse — a success story of PLI scheme

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

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech 2 place · 01/05/2026 00:57 EDT

China: Alibaba’s AI model detecting deadly cancers that doctors fail to spot in tests

An AI system tested in eastern China is helping doctors detect pancreatic cancer before symptoms appear, allowing earlier treatment and improving patients’ chances of survival Read more

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech 2 place · 01/04/2026 03:26 EDT

Musk warns of legal action over 'inappropriate' content created using Grok

Elon Musk said users creating illegal content through Grok will face consequences, as the Centre directed X to remove obscene and unlawful material or face legal action. Read more

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Ameya Dalvi @ Firstpost Tech 2 place · 01/03/2026 05:51 EDT

Best Midrange Smartphones of 2025 in India

Here are the top phones of 2025 that offer solid performance without breaking the bank. Read more

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Ameya Dalvi @ Firstpost Tech 3 place · 01/03/2026 05:05 EDT

Best Budget Smartphones of 2025 in India

Here are the best value for money phones of 2025 that also offer respectable features and performance for their price. Read more

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