A Minnesota water cyberattack targeting systems in more than 30 communities has renewed concern about the security of essential US utilities. Investigators are examining possible links to Iran-affiliated hackers, while officials have stopped short of formally attributing the operation. Minnesota Water Cyberattack Disrupts Local Services The coordinated attacks reportedly affected water and wast

Police registered two FIRs over alleged morphed and objectionable social media posts targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Meta India Head Named As Co-Accused In Two FIRs Hyderabad Cybercrime Police have registered two separate cases against operators of several Facebook and Instagram accounts and named Meta India Managing Director and Head Arun Srinivas as a co-accused. The cases concern allegations that digitally manipulated

Delhi Police’s facial recognition deployment during the July 20 student protest has triggered a debate over surveillance, privacy and peaceful assembly. Delhi Protest Facial Recognition Triggers Privacy Debate Delhi Police’s use of facial recognition technology during the July 20 student demonstration has triggered a growing debate over the limits of technology-driven policing at public protests. Student organisations and digital-right

The iPhone 18 Pro may bring camera, battery and chip upgrades, but a substantial expected price increase could weaken its value for most buyers. iPhone 18 Pro Price Hike Could Change Buying Plans Apple is expected to unveil its next premium smartphones within the next two months, but the biggest discussion surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro series may be its price rather than a major new feature. Leaks and analyst predictions suggest

Offline UPI payments using NFC could soon allow users to tap and pay without mobile data, Wi-Fi or a telecom network at compatible terminals. Offline UPI Payments Could Work Without Internet A new Unified Payments Interface feature reportedly under development could allow users to complete payments without internet access or even an active mobile network. The proposed system would use near-field communication, commonly known as NFC, to tra

YouTube’s AI monetization policy does not ban creators from using artificial intelligence. Instead, it targets repetitive, mass-produced and low-value videos that offer little original contribution. Creators can still use AI voices, scripts, editing tools and visuals when the finished video provides genuine value. YouTube Inauthentic Content Policy YouTube clarified its Channel Monetization P

France is preparing to introduce a social media age ban for children under 15, aiming to improve teen safety and reduce cyberbullying. While the proposal has gained political backing, officials still face major challenges in implementing secure, privacy-friendly age verification systems. France Social Media Age Ban Nears Approval but Age Verification Remains

Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and two former employees, alleging that confidential information was improperly obtained and used to support the ChatGPT maker’s expansion into consumer hardware. The case signals a major shift in the relationship between the companies, which have previously worked together to integrate ChatGPT into Apple devices. According to the complaint filed on July 10 in the US District Court for the Norther

Huawei has launched the Huawei Band 11 series in India, with prices starting at Rs 3,999 under market operating price. The new fitness band lineup includes Huawei Band 11, Huawei Band 11 Metal and Huawei Band 11 Pro, offering a brighter AMOLED display, health tracking features and up to 14 days of battery life. Huawei Band 11 Price In India

WhatsApp usernames and how the system changes WhatsApp is introducing usernames that allow users to connect without sharing their phone number directly. This is a major shift for India, where mobile numbers are deeply tied to UPI payments, Aadhaar-linked verification, banking access, and other digital identity systems. The feature does not remove phone numbers from acc