Reports have surfaced that Google is secretly building an artificial intelligence data centre on Christmas Island, a remote Australian territory in the Indian Ocean. According to a Reuters investigation, the facility is believed to be connected to a military cloud computing deal between Google and the Australian Department of Defence. The island, strategically positioned for maritime monitoring, is said to provide an ideal location for advanced AI and surveillance infrastructure. In

Leaked internal documents have exposed a shocking revelation about Meta, suggesting the company earned an estimated $16 billion annually from scam and fraudulent advertisements across its platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Despite publicly claiming to prioritize user safety and ad transparency, these documents show a deep conflict between Meta’s financial gains and its enforcement of ad integrity policies. According to the leaked materials reviewed by Reuters,

Vreels, developed across the USA and India, is quickly making waves in the global social media landscape. Designed as a one-stop platform for creation, communication, and commerce, Vreels (Virtually Relax, Explore, Engage, Live & Share) merges short videos, chats, voice calls, photo sharing, and even e-commerce into a single, seamless experience. Available in 22 countries and currently in its beta phase, Vreels can be downloaded from both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The app

Democrat Ghazala Hashmi has made history by becoming the first Indian-origin and Muslim woman to be elected as Lieutenant Governor in the United States. Her victory in Virginia marks a major milestone in American politics, as she defeated Republican candidate John Reid in a closely watched race. The win also cements her place as one of the most prominent voices for progressive causes, including education, gun reform, and women’s rights. Hashmi, who previously became the first Musl

In a historic victory that reshapes New York’s political landscape, Zohran Mamdani has been elected as the city’s next mayor, marking a milestone as the first Indian-American and Muslim to hold the position. His win also makes him the youngest mayor to lead New York in more than a century. Delivering his first public address after the announcement, Mamdani set a bold and unapologetic tone for his administration, beginning his speech with a direct message to former US President Donald Trum

Apple’s long-awaited Siri overhaul is finally set for launch in March 2026, and this time, it comes with a major twist Google’s Gemini AI. According to Bloomberg, Apple will introduce a reimagined Siri as part of its 50th-anniversary celebrations, positioning it as the centerpiece of its next wave of AI-driven innovations. The upgraded Siri aims to deliver smarter, more human-like conversations, deeper contextual understanding, and seamless integration across the Apple ecosystem from iPho

Amazon Web Services (AWS) CEO Matt Garman recently emphasized the company’s confidence in its AI investments, despite laying off 14,000 corporate employees worldwide. The cuts, which represent about 4% of Amazon’s corporate workforce, come amid efforts to streamline management and focus resources on the company’s biggest strategic bets, particularly AI. Central to Amazon’s AI push is Project Rainier, an $11 billion AI data center in Indiana, purpose-built to train and run AI

NASA’s discovery of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS has sparked global interest after Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb suggested it could be a form of alien technology. Detected on July 1, 2025, the comet is only the third known interstellar object to pass through our solar system. While NASA confirmed that 3I/ATLAS poses no threat to Earth, Loeb and other researchers argue that its unique chemical and physical properties set it apart from natural space objects, warranting a deeper investigation

Amazon is preparing for its biggest round of corporate job cuts since 2022, with plans to eliminate up to 30,000 positions starting Tuesday. The move affects nearly 10% of its corporate workforce and follows years of smaller layoffs across divisions such as devices, HR, and operations. Sources suggest that the job cuts will impact multiple departments, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), human resources (PXT), and corporate operations. Managers have reportedly undergone training on how to co

Federal immigration enforcement operations across Chicago and its suburbs over the past week have drawn sharp scrutiny, as multiple incidents involving U.S. Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have raised questions about potential violations of a federal court order and the agencies’ own use-of-force guidelines. In one of the most widely circulated incidents, a video recorded Saturday in Chicago’s Irving Park neighborhood showed a masked federal ag

United States President Donald Trump has once again defended his administration’s tariff policies, claiming that the strategy has played a major role in strengthening the U.S. economy and boosting the stock market. Since returning to office for his second term, Trump has emphasized a renewed focus on economic nationalism, arguing that countries trading with the United States must pay tariffs determined by the government to protect American interests. In his latest remarks, Trump a

Meta has unveiled a significant India-focused update for its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, introducing three major features tailored for local users: UPI Lite payment support, full Hindi language integration, and an AI voice inspired by Bollywood star Deepika Padukone. These enhancements aim to improve accessibility, boost engagement, and make the glasses more relatable to Indian consumers. As part of Meta’s broader localisation strategy, the update reflects a growing emphasis on cultural

  The Austin Police Department is preparing to revise its use-of-force policy following an in-depth review that identified inconsistencies in training, data collection, and reporting practices. The reform effort comes as law enforcement experts and city officials call for greater transparency and improved accountability within the department. The changes stem from an evaluation led by Dr. Robin Engel, a senior research scientist at Ohio State University, who was broug

The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), an initiative under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has announced its Winter Internship Programme for 2025, aimed at students who wish to gain practical experience in cybersecurity, digital forensics, and cybercrime investigation. The programme offers aspiring professionals a platform to learn directly from experts engaged in safeguarding India’s digital infrastructure. Applications must be submitted by October 17, 2025. The in

In a sharp escalation of political and policy tensions, United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday demanded the imprisonment of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, both Democrats, accusing them of failing to safeguard federal immigration officers. The comments came as the administration prepared to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, one of the nation’s largest and most politically influential cities, despite firm objections from local and state auth

Purchasing a used car can be a smart financial decision, but it’s essential to ensure that the car you're considering has a clean history. A thorough check of a used car’s history can help you avoid purchasing a vehicle with hidden issues, such as accident damage, odometer fraud, or even a salvaged title. Before finalizing your purchase, here are the key steps to checking a used car’s history:

Livermore, California, has lost out to Albuquerque, New Mexico, in its ambitious bid to host Pacific Fusion’s $1 billion nuclear fusion research facility. The Livermore City Council had earlier approved a proposal packed with financial and tax incentives, but despite the effort, Pacific Fusion selected Albuquerque as the home for its new 225,000-square-foot research center. What Livermore Offered

Anthropic has officially launched its most advanced AI model yet, Claude Sonnet 4.5, and it is already creating headlines in the tech world. The company revealed that the model can autonomously code for 30 continuous hours, completing full applications from scratch. In its most impressive demonstration, Claude Sonnet 4.5 built a chat app similar to Slack and Microsoft Teams with more than 11,000 lines of code, stopping only after the task was fully accomplishe

Google, one of the most influential technology companies in the world, marked its 27th birthday by bringing back its original logo from 1998. The special Doodle displayed on the search engine’s homepage transported users back to the 90s with the company’s very first logo, a symbol of how far it has come in nearly three decades. This celebratory Doodle appeared in several countries including India, the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Thailand, reminding millions of users of the

Intel Corp. is reportedly in preliminary talks with Apple Inc. over a potential investment, according to Bloomberg. The chipmaker, which has struggled in recent years against rivals AMD and Nvidia, is seeking new partnerships to strengthen its global position. While the discussions are still in early stages and no agreement is confirmed, the possibility of Apple joining Intel’s revival plan has already stirred investor interest.