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Microsoft unveils new chip that could make quantum computing go mainstream in just few years

At the core of Microsoft’s breakthrough is the world’s first “topoconductor,” a new material that isn’t a solid, liquid, or gas. This unique property allows for the creation of quantum systems that are more stable and scalable than current fragile designs

Tesla to start selling imported EVs in India by April, to import cars from Germany instead of China

Tesla isn’t just planning to sell cars — it’s also setting up shop in India. Reports indicate that the company has chosen prime locations for its first showrooms, with one expected to be in Delhi’s Aerocity and the other in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC)

Apple launches iPhone 16e with 48MP camera, A18 SoC, Indian price starts at Rs 59,900; Check details

One of the standout features of the iPhone 16e is its 48MP Fusion rear camera, which captures high-resolution images with improved clarity. The camera also doubles up as a 2x Telephoto zoom, allowing users to get closer to subjects without compromising image quality

iPhone component maker Murata plans to shift supply chain to India, China trying to block move

Other than material constraints, China has also limited the movement of Apple's Chinese technicians to India, restricting the transfer of expertise that could accelerate India's manufacturing capabilities

Tesla offered land in Chakan & Chikhali, Maharashtra to make EVs, looks to poach top talent from Tata

The Maharashtra government has offered land in Chakan and Chikhali, both near Pune, as potential sites for Tesla’s factory. One of India’s biggest automobile hubs, Chakan is home to manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Volkswagen, and Bajaj Auto

Humane AI, formed by ex-Apple engineers, to shut down AI pin, sell parts to HP for $116 million

Humane's AI Pin was introduced as a screen-free alternative to smartphones, offering an AI-powered assistant that interacted with users through voice commands and a laser projection interface. However, despite its futuristic concept, the $699 device struggled to meet expectations

Former OpenAI CEO Mira Murati launches her own ChatGPT-killer, Thinking Machines Lab

Murati’s move to establish her own AI startup follows a growing trend of former OpenAI executives launching new ventures. Companies like Anthropic and Safe Superintelligence have also been founded by OpenAI alumni

Apple to launch iPhone SE 4/iPhone 16E today: What to expect and where to watch

Apple is preparing for its first product launch of the year, with an event scheduled for February 19. While the company has not officially confirmed what will be unveiled, speculation strongly suggests that the new iPhone SE 4 — or possibly the iPhone 16E — will be the highlight

Vivo V50 launched in India, with dual 50MP camera set-up & Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC; Check price, specs

The Vivo V50 is available in three variants, with prices starting at Rs. 34,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model. The 8GB + 256GB variant is priced at Rs 36,999, while the top-end 12GB + 512GB version costs Rs. 40,999

Apple to dramatically change the iPhone 17's design, suggests leak from reputable tipster

The leak suggests that Apple will introduce a horizontal camera bar across the iPhone 17 lineup, with the iPhone 17 Air—the rumoured slimmer model—getting a more compact version, while the iPhone 17 Pro models will feature a larger horizontal camera bump

Electricity demand to surge by 4% globally because of AI. Will DeepSeek save the day?

Last year alone saw a 4.3 per cent increase in global electricity demand, and over the next three years, experts predict an unprecedented rise of 3,500 terawatt-hours, which is similar to adding the electricity needs of an entire country the size of Japan to the global grid every year

Indian startups being offered last-gen, end-of-life GPUs in IndiaAI Mission: Report

NVIDIA's official discontinuation of the A100 series and labelling them as EOL means that these GPUs will no longer receive software updates, security patches, or technical support. This has raised concerns about their long-term viability, especially for mission-critical AI applications

Intel to be broken into two? TSMC, Broadcomm looking for possible deals that could cause split

Broadcom is said to be particularly interested in Intel’s chip design and marketing division. TSMC, the world’s largest contract chipmaker, has been evaluating the possibility of acquiring some or all of Intel’s chip plants

Russia fines Google again, this time for YouTube videos instructing Russian soldiers how to surrender

YouTube has long been a thorn in the side of Russian authorities. This fine is just the latest in a string of penalties aimed at curbing the platform’s influence. Russian officials have been accused of deliberately slowing down the site to limit access to videos critical of the Kremlin

Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ review: More of the same, but with a wicked AI twist

While there aren’t many meaningful hardware upgrades for the Galaxy S25 and S25+, the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset, coupled with the new Galaxy AI features make these devices an interesting entry point into Samsung’s Galaxy

Indian sports tech, set to grow to Rs 49.5K Cr ’29 driven by fantasy sports, faces a bumpy ride

While fan engagement, sports data, and foundational tech are all playing key roles in this evolution, fantasy sports (FS) has been Sports Tech's biggest driver

Meta wants Donald Trump to back them in fight against EU's data rules

Joel Kaplan, Meta's global policy director suggested that Washington should assess whether the EU’s heavy fines on US tech firms amount to unfair treatment

DeepSeek to take on Google after disrupting OpenAI's ChatGPT, Gemini?

DeepSeek made waves by launching a free AI assistant that operates with lower costs and less data than existing models. This efficiency quickly attracted users, leading to its rise above ChatGPT in the App Store rankings. DeepSeek is now stepping into the search engine arena

Elon Musk says xAI’s Grok 3 Chatbot is 'smartest AI on Earth,' to be released today

xAI isn’t just looking to impress tech enthusiasts — it’s trying to carve out space in a market already flooded with powerful AI models. OpenAI’s ChatGPT continues to dominate, but competition is heating up, especially with the rise of Chinese startup DeepSeek

Apple working on building a humanoid robot, to take on Tesla's Optimus

Robotics is a whole different ballgame. Unlike companies that have been working on robotics for decades, Apple’s experience in the field is limited. That said, Apple has reportedly been working on a robotic home device — a mix between a HomePod, an iPad, and a swiveling robotic assistant

South Korea suspends local services of DeepSeek citing data privacy concerns

South Korea's Personal Information Protection Commission announced on Monday that it has temporarily suspended the local service of Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) app DeepSeek over concerns about its data collection practices

OpenAI board unanimously rejects Musk-led group's $97.4bn offer, says company 'is not for sale'

The OpenAI board has unanimously rejected an offer of $97.4 billion from a consortium led by Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The board made it clear that the company 'is not for sale'

Noise ColorFt Pro 6 Max Review: A stylish fitness watch in need of a competitive price tag

This elegant Noise watch is pretty good at health tracking but needs to fix a few chinks and get the pricing right.

Apple to add two classic fan-favourite titles and bring other games to Apple Arcade In March 2025

Both Piano Tiles 2+ and Crazy Eights: Card Games+ will be available exclusively through Apple Arcade, Apple’s subscription-based gaming service

RED Digital Cinema launches the V-Raptop and Komodo-X cinema cameras with Nikon’s Z mount

One of the biggest highlights of the V-Raptor [X] Z Mount and Komodo-X Z Mount is their support for the Nikon Z mount system. This means filmmakers can now use a wider variety of lenses, including the high-quality NIKKOR Z lenses, known for their sharpness and minimal aberration

Musk says he will agree to take back OpenAI takeover bid, if Sam Altman stops from going for-profit

Despite Altman’s immediate rejection, Musk’s bid could still complicate things for OpenAI’s board. The Wall Street Journal has reported that the offer might push OpenAI’s directors to reassess the nonprofit’s value, particularly as it transitions to a for-profit model

Trump's State Department pauses plan to buy $400M worth of armoured vehicles from Tesla

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