The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is set to revolutionize Aadhaar verification by launching a new mobile application that will allow users to share their Aadhaar details securely through a QR code. This initiative aims to eliminate the need for physical photocopies of Aadhaar, offering users the option to share either the full or masked version of their Aadhaar number with complete control and consent.

Meta Platforms has announced Arun Srinivas as its new India Head, a move expected to strengthen the company’s position in one of its fastest-growing markets. The decision comes amid the surge in digital advertising in India and Meta’s expanding user base across its platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. With a strong background in FMCG, tech, and private equity, Srinivas brings a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to the

Indian-American venture capitalist Vinod Khosla has sparked a major debate by suggesting that artificial intelligence may undermine the dominance of elite universities and high-prestige careers. Reacting to a report titled “The End of Prestige”, Khosla argued that AI tools are eroding the traditional value of expensive degrees in law, medicine, and finance by replacing the need for memorized knowledge with the ability to intelligently query AI sys

On June 12, 2025, a significant outage in Google Cloud's Identity and Access Management (IAM) system caused widespread disruptions across several major online platforms, including Gmail, Spotify, OpenAI, and various smart home services.

Meta has filed a lawsuit against Hong Kong-based company Joy Timeline HK Ltd, accusing it of promoting the controversial CrushAI app through Facebook advertisements. This app, according to Meta, creates non-consensual AI-generated nude images often targeting women by altering submitted photographs. The lawsuit was initiated in Hong Kong, where the firm is based, and aims to halt further promotion of these apps across Meta’s platforms.

At the VivaTech 2025 summit in Paris, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang addressed growing concerns over artificial intelligence (AI) and job displacement. Contrary to alarming forecasts from other tech leaders, Huang stated that AI will indeed transform every job but won’t result in mass unemployment. Speaking directly to recent warnings by Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei who predicted AI might eliminate nearly half of all entry-level white-collar jobs Huang dismissed

Ohio has approved nearly $23.7 million to expand broadband infrastructure across 23 counties, a significant investment aimed at bringing high-speed internet to areas with limited or no service. This funding, distributed under the Broadband Pole Replacement and Undergrounding Program, is designed to support internet service providers by reimbursing essential infrastructure costs that often hinder progress in underserved regions. The program is a strategic effort to bridge the digit

Telegram has rolled out a powerful new update packed with features aimed at enhancing user interaction, creator engagement, and content sharing. The June 2025 release introduces several standout changes, including direct messages to channels, voice message trimming, high-definition photo sharing, and an overhauled group topic layout. DMs to Channels and Creator Monetization

Nvidia has once again claimed the title of the world’s most valuable company, overtaking tech giant Microsoft, as surging demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips continues to push its market value to new heights. On Tuesday, Nvidia’s shares climbed by 3.4%, boosting its market capitalization to approximately $3.45 trillion slightly ahead of Microsoft’s $3.44 trillion. This isn’t Nvidia&r

In a forward-thinking move, the Government of Andhra Pradesh has entered into a strategic partnership with ISRO's Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SHAR), Sriharikota, to use space technology for real-time, citizen-focused governance. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on June 2 between the Real Time Governance Society (RTGS) and SHAR, marking a significant step towards integrating advanced satellite data into state governance.

Dario Amodei, the CEO and co-founder of Anthropic, a rising AI firm known for its Claude chatbot and backed by Amazon, has once again issued a dire prediction about the looming impact of artificial intelligence on the job market. In a recent address, Amodei stated that up to 50 percent of entry-level white-collar jobs could disappear within the next five years as AI capabilities continue to advance rapidly. This stark warning adds to a growing chorus of concerns from tech leaders about the di

In a revelation that underscores just how crucial Neal Mohan is to Google’s long-term strategy, it was disclosed in a recent podcast with entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath that Google once paid Mohan a staggering $100 million in stock to stop him from leaving for Twitter. This high-stakes retention move occurred back in 2011, at a time when Twitter (now X) was aggressively pursuing top-tier talent to lead its product team, and had approached Mohan for the position of Chief Product Officer.

Elon Musk’s SpaceX-owned Starlink is on the verge of launching its much-anticipated satellite internet service in India, aiming to revolutionize internet accessibility with affordable, high-speed, and low-latency connections especially in areas where traditional infrastructure has struggled to reach. According to a report by The Economic Times, Starlink may roll out introductory plans under ₹1,000 per month, which could include unlimited data options for users acros

As Americans prepare to travel over the Memorial Day weekend, cybersecurity experts are warning about a growing digital threat known as "evil twin" WiFi attacks. These attacks target travelers who frequently connect to free public WiFi networks in locations such as airports, hotels, and coffee shops. Hackers create fake wireless networks that closely mimic legitimate ones, tricking users into connecting and exposing their sensitive information. An evil twin WiFi attack h

Microsoft has unveiled a powerful new AI agent under the GitHub platform that can independently write, debug, refactor, and update code. Announced during the 2025 Build Developer Conference in Seattle, the GitHub AI agent marks a major leap forward in AI-assisted software development shifting from suggestion-based help to task execution. This new tool goes beyond traditional AI coding assistants by taking full ownership of assigned tasks. While earlier versions of GitHub Copilot sug

In a move that has sparked controversy across the Indian tech community, viral AI-based coding platform Cursor has quietly excluded India from its free one-year Pro subscription plan for students. The offer, which allowed students to access powerful AI tools including GPT-4o, Claude 3.7 Sonnet, and Grok-3 for free over a 12-month period, was initially available in India but has now been silently removed without any formal announcement. Cursor, developed by US-based tech startup Anys

Owners of Apple devices have less than two months remaining to file a claim in a $95 million class action settlement related to allegations that the Siri voice assistant was unintentionally recording users’ private conversations. The lawsuit, which spanned five years, accused Apple of violating consumer privacy through unintentional Siri activations that allegedly led to the capture of sensitive, personal communications. The legal action covers users who owned or purchased S

An innovative deep-sea desalination technology being tested in California could dramatically reshape how the state addresses its chronic water scarcity. Developed by a startup named OceanWell, the system proposes a unique approach to seawater desalination that the company claims is both environmentally safe and scalable. This new method may soon offer a viable, drought-resistant solution to one of California's most persistent environmental challenges. For years, California

Just weeks ahead of its highly anticipated developer conference, Google I/O 2025, the tech giant has surprised the AI and developer community with an early release of Gemini 2.5 Pro (I/O Edition) a significant update to what it calls its “most intelligent AI model to date.” With a specific focus on software development, code editing, and autonomous engineering, this edition signals Google’s push toward practical, high-performance AI tools tailored for real-world technical ta

Meta has secured a significant legal victory against Israel-based NSO Group, the developer of the infamous Pegasus spyware, with a U.S. federal jury awarding the tech giant Rs 1,400 crore (approx. $167.25 million) in damages. The lawsuit, originally filed in 2019 by Meta (then Facebook), accused NSO Group of illegally targeting 1,400 WhatsApp users, including journalists, diplomats, and human rights defenders, through highly invasive surveillance methods. The ruling also includes Rs