Nvidia shares declined on Monday as uncertainty surrounding the chipmaker’s potential investment in OpenAI weighed on investor sentiment. The stock slipped in early trading after reports suggested that previously announced plans involving a massive financial commitment to the artificial intelligence company may not yet be finalized. The market reaction underscored growing sensitivity around large-scale AI investments and the evolving relationships among major technology players. T

A fresh controversy around workplace control and employee autonomy has erupted online after a Reddit user alleged that their Indian manufacturing company imposed strict restrictions on employees’ LinkedIn activity. According to the viral post shared on the r/IndianWorkplace subreddit, the company has reportedly instructed staff not to like, comment on, or engage with posts from other companies on LinkedIn, regardless of whether they are competitors, clients, or unrelated organisations. The

Meta is preparing a major comeback to the artificial intelligence industry with two new models named Mango and Avocado, expected to launch in the first half of 2026. These models are designed to challenge the dominance of OpenAI and Google, who currently lead the AI landscape. Mango will focus on generating high-quality images and videos, while Avocado will serve as Meta’s next large language model, built for text generation, complex reasoning, and coding capabilities. Both models are being

A new data-driven study has offered one of the clearest pictures yet of how artificial intelligence is actually being used around the world in 2025. The analysis, conducted by OpenRouter, examined more than 100 trillion tokens of metadata from billions of interactions with a wide range of large language models. The results challenge widely held assumptions about how AI is contributing to productivity and reveal emerging behaviours that could shape the next era of the technology. Ope

Alibaba’s newly launched Qwen AI application has recorded exceptional early momentum, surpassing 10 million downloads within the first seven days of its public beta release. The rapid acceleration places it ahead of the early adoption trajectories of several high-profile AI platforms and highlights how competitive strategies in the global artificial intelligence sector are shifting. Unlike subscription-driven models popular among Western AI developers, Alibaba’s free-access approach embed

A new nationwide dining report has placed Chicago firmly in the spotlight, with OpenTable announcing that 16 restaurants from the city have earned a place on its anticipated Top 100 Restaurants for 2025 list. The annual list, released on Tuesday, reflects strong feedback from diners across the country and highlights restaurants that consistently deliver exceptional experiences. OpenTable stated that the selections were shaped by “diner demand,” relying on more than 10 million verified rev

OpenAI has officially launched GPT-5.1, the latest upgrade to its popular AI chatbot, ChatGPT. The new version promises a smarter, more conversational AI with enhanced personality features. GPT-5.1 comes in two versions: GPT-5.1 Instant and GPT-5.1 Thinking. Instant is optimized for everyday tasks like planning trips, coding assistance, and casual conversations, with a warmer and slightly cheeky tone. GPT-5.1 Thinking caters to complex or abstract questions, offering clearer, jargon-free resp

Open enrollment for Covered California began Monday with Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joining state and local officials in encouraging residents to enroll early in health coverage. The new enrollment period opens against a backdrop of financial uncertainty, as ongoing federal funding debates threaten to reshape the affordability of health insurance for millions across the state. This year’s enrollment marks a critical moment for the state’s health care marketplace. Covered Calif

Elon Musk’s business empire is facing a wave of senior-level departures across Tesla, X and xAI as his relentless management style, shifting strategies and personal rivalries continue to drive churn at the top. Over the past year, several of the billionaire’s closest lieutenants and senior executives have chosen to walk away, leaving behind questions about the stability of leadership inside some of the world’s most closely watched companies. Tesla, once considered the most sta

Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince has raised concerns that artificial intelligence could reshape the internet in ways that threaten its openness and diversity. Speaking on WIRED’s Big Interview Podcast, Prince compared one potential outcome to a “Black Mirror” scenario, where a handful of tech giants decide what information people consume, much like patrons of Renaissance art influencing creative output centuries ago.

San Francisco is welcoming a new addition to its outdoor spaces with the grand opening of Cityside Park on Treasure Island, a project designed to reimagine the neighborhood and provide residents and visitors with breathtaking views of the city skyline. The park officially opens its gates at 11 a.m. Saturday, inviting the public to explore a destination that blends recreation, relaxation, and urban design innovation. Cityside Park is part of a broader redevelopment effort on Treasure

The debate around the tragic death of Indian-origin whistleblower Suchir Balaji has intensified following an interview in which OpenAI CEO Sam Altman spoke publicly on the matter for the first time. Altman described the death of the 32-year-old AI researcher as a suicide, but former Fox host Tucker Carlson openly challenged this claim, repeatedly suggesting that it was murder. The controversy grew further when Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk added his voice, saying Balaji was murdered, escal

What Legal Documents Do NRI Kids Need While Traveling? Traveling internationally with children always requires extra care, and for Non-Resident Indian (NRI) families, the paperwork can be particularly complex. Whether your child is traveling with you, with a relative, or alone, having the correct legal documents in hand is crucial to avoid unnecessary issues during check-in, immigration, or customs. Here’s a breakdown of the key documents NRI kids need while traveli

For many NRI families, international travel is a regular part of life. Whether it’s visiting relatives in India, exploring new destinations, or moving between countries for work, travel brings both opportunities and responsibilities. One area that often raises questions is vaccination, especially when it comes to vaccines that are not part of the standard childhood immunization schedule. Yellow fever and a few other rare vaccines fall into this category, and understanding when they are

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine has become a crucial tool in preventing HPV-related cancers, including cervical cancer, throat cancer, and other cancers caused by the virus. For Indian teens living abroad, understanding the HPV vaccine guidelines in their respective countries is important to ensure they are fully protected. Although the HPV vaccine is not a routine part of India’s vaccination schedule, it is strongly recommended for teens worldwide, particularly for those who are

For a short-lived but historic moment, Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison became the world’s richest man, overtaking Elon Musk after Oracle’s stock soared on the back of its booming AI cloud services. According to Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index, Ellison’s net worth touched $393 billion, surpassing Musk’s $385 billion. The sudden surge was tied to Oracle’s quarterly earnings, which revealed a massive jump in cloud revenue foreca

Elon Musk has once again secured the top spot as the world’s richest person, overtaking Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison after a dramatic shift in billionaire rankings. The change followed Oracle’s historic stock rally on Wednesday, driven by strong quarterly earnings and soaring investor confidence in its artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure services. At one point, Ellison briefly surged past Musk with the largest single-day gain ever record

The launch of Apple’s iPhone Air at the September 9 ‘Awe Dropping’ event has created a massive buzz in the tech world. Even OpenAI CEO Sam Altman couldn’t resist joining the hype. On X (formerly Twitter), Altman admitted this was the “first iPhone upgrade he really wanted in a while,” calling it “very cool.” He confirmed his excitement was for the ultra-thin 5.6 mm iPhone Air, which weighs just 165 grams and stan

The upcoming state visit of US President Donald Trump to Britain is set to draw not only political attention but also significant interest from the technology sector. Some of the most influential figures in global technology are expected to accompany him, fueling speculation that new corporate partnerships could be announced during the visit. Among those traveling with Trump are Jensen Huang, the chief executive of Nvidia, and Sam Altman, the chief executive of OpenAI. Tim Cook, the head of A