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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech 1 place · 01/26/2026 04:07 EDT

Google Photos rolls out AI feature that transforms your images into memes: Here's how

According to Google, “Me Meme” is an experimental feature, so while it promises plenty of laughs, the results might not always be picture-perfect. The company even admits that generated images “may not perfectly match the original photo,” which is part of the fun. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/26/2026 02:54 EDT

Are your WhatsApp chats really private and protected? Lawsuit in US court says Meta can read

Filed on Friday in the US District Court in San Francisco, the lawsuit accuses Meta and its executives of making false claims about the security and privacy of WhatsApp chats, which the company has long marketed as fully encrypted and inaccessible even to Meta itself. Read more

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Arya Pandey @ Firstpost Tech · 01/26/2026 02:35 EDT

Landmark US trial to test whether social media firms addicted children

A landmark trial in California will test whether tech giants including Meta, Alphabet and ByteDance deliberately designed social media platforms to addict children, a case that could set a sweeping legal precedent, with Mark Zuckerberg expected to testify. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech 1 place · 01/26/2026 02:35 EDT

Meta in court again: Lawsuit claims WhatsApp chats are not as private as it says

Filed on Friday in the US District Court in San Francisco, the lawsuit accuses Meta and its executives of making false claims about the security and privacy of WhatsApp chats, which the company has long marketed as fully encrypted and inaccessible even to Meta itself. Read more

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Unnati Gusain @ Firstpost Tech · 01/26/2026 01:57 EDT

Republic Day 2026: India’s race to build in-house semiconductors picks up pace

As India’s Constitution turns 76, Firstpost takes an in-depth look at how India plans to step into the race to build in-house semiconductors. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/26/2026 01:51 EDT

As AI chatbots cross-reference more, Musk’s Grokipedia enters the knowledge loop

ChatGPT has begun citing Elon Musk’s Grokipedia responses, a The Guardian investigation found, highlighting how AI chatbots increasingly cross-reference each other. While safeguards block citations on misinformation topics, Grokipedia surfaced in answers to obscure queries, reviving concerns about accuracy and bias. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/26/2026 01:05 EDT

Apple to unveil its smarter Siri as soon as next month: Report

Just a few weeks after Google and Apple announce the deal, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that the deal will back up the revamped Siri and will be unveiled in February 2026. He adds that the new version will be able to understand what’s on your screen, take actions in apps for you, and learn more about your personal preferences. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/26/2026 01:01 EDT

‘India to build 12 sovereign AI models to tackle national challenges’: Ashwini Vaishnaw

India’s IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at the World Economic Forum emphasised on how India is making progress at the tech zone and working to build 12 sovereign artificial intelligence models in reference to various national problems. Read more

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Unnati Gusain @ Firstpost Tech · 01/26/2026 00:20 EDT

Samsung to start production of HBM4 chips next month for Nvidia supply

Samsung passed HBM4 qualification tests for Nvidia and AMD and will start shipping to Nvidia next month, citing chip industry sources. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/25/2026 23:57 EDT

Yann LeCun warns AI industry is “LLM-piled,” explains why he quit Meta

Former Meta scientist Yann LeCun criticised tech giants, saying the AI industry is completely “LLM-pilled,” and explained that Meta’s growing reliance on large language models was a key reason behind his exit. Read more

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Unnati Gusain @ Firstpost Tech · 01/25/2026 21:57 EDT

Republic Day 2026: From KissanAI to Bhashini, the AI surge that quietly made India No. 3 in the world

As India marks its 77th Republic Day, Firstpost takes a closer look at the nation’s progress in technology and artificial intelligence. No longer confined to research labs, AI in India is dedicated to address real-world challenges and drive meaningful change across industries. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/25/2026 05:31 EDT

Apple records strongest-ever year in India on iPhone sales surge

Apple posted its strongest year ever in India as iPhone shipments surged in 2025, lifting its market share to a record 9% from 7% in 2024, according to Counterpoint. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/25/2026 04:54 EDT

'Not able to meet demands': Intel CEO admits company failed to meet market needs

Intel warned of mounting supply shortages and further losses after posting a $333 million loss, as CEO Lip-Bu Tan admitted the chipmaker failed to meet market demand, sending shares down more than 12%. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/25/2026 03:28 EDT

Infosys launches survey to track power consumption of remote workers

Infosys launched a survey and asked their employees to share the electricity consumption data with the company for those who are working from home. The data collected will set off the impact through a cleaner energy output as part of the IT services giant has pursued for over 15 years. Read more

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Arya Pandey @ Firstpost Tech · 01/25/2026 02:50 EDT

Pope flags dangers of AI shaping thought and reality

Pope Leo XIV warned on the risks of generative AI, that can shape the human mind and their identity. He emphasised that AI can influence public opinion and widen social gaps. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/25/2026 02:08 EDT

‘If leaders don't understand AI, they can't lead the company’: Accenture CEO urges leaders to master AI

Accenture CEO Julie Sweet, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, underscored the importance of AI and said company leaders must take the lead in training employees and demonstrating how AI tools work. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/25/2026 01:09 EDT

Iran to restore internet services soon, telecom chief says

Iranian authorities signalled a possible restoration of internet services within days after weeks of nationwide blackout during mass protests, as officials warned prolonged shutdowns risk deepening public anger amid a deadly security crackdown. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/25/2026 00:26 EDT

OpenAI CEO plans India visit as AI leaders converge at AI Impact Summit

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is planning to visit India in mid-February to take part in the AI Impact Summit, 2026. The Summit will witness the participation from top tech and AI leaders globally. Read more

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FP Tech Desk @ Firstpost Tech · 01/24/2026 23:24 EDT

Meta to restrict teens’ access to AI characters globally

Meta said it will limit teenagers’ access to its existing AI chatbots globally, as the company seeks to curb the impact of social media on teen mental health. Read more

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FP News Desk @ Firstpost Tech 1 place · 01/23/2026 14:41 EDT

New Chinese analogue AI chip leaps ahead with 12× speed and 1/200th the energy of digital rivals

Chinese researchers have developed an analogue AI chip that runs 12 times faster and uses 1/200th the energy of traditional digital processors. Read more

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