5 smart home gadgets I consider completely non-negotiable - and why
These smart home gadgets elevate my home and routine. Here's why you may want them too.
Bliq.ai gets the green light for driverless cars in Finland
Bliq.ai has won approval to run driverless cars in Finland, its second EU market after Estonia. First stop is a Helsinki winter. Europe has another driverless car heading for its roads. Finland has cleared Bliq.ai to operate its Bliq Driverless vehicles on public roads, effective immediately. It is the second EU country to approve the [] This story continues at The Next Web
Neko Health raises $700M at nearly $7bn and heads to New York
Neko Health, the body-scanning startup from Spotifys Daniel Ek, has raised $700m and is now worth about $7bn. It is heading to New York, backed by Mark Zuckerberg, Maria Sharapova, and will.i.am. Weve gone into markets where health care is free, and hundreds of thousands of people line up in a queue to pay for [] This story continues at The Next Web
Amazon Leo will launch in South Africa in 2027, beating Starlink in Musk
Amazon Leo will launch satellite internet in South Africa in 2027, seemingly beating Elon Musks Starlink in his home country. Musk has refused the Black-ownership rules Amazon appears willing to meet. Jeff Bezos is about to beat Elon Musk in Musks own back yard. Amazon said on Wednesday it will bring its Amazon Leo satellite [] This story continues at The Next Web
Jensen Huang thanks Sega for the $5m that saved Nvidia from bankruptcy in 1995
Nvidia and Sega go back 30 years. Jensen Huang flew to Tokyo to thank the games maker for a $5m investment that saved his company from bankruptcy in 1995. If not for what Sega did for Nvidia, Nvidia would not be here today. That is Jensen Huang, chief executive of the worlds most valuable company, [] This story continues at The Next Web
Emergent hits a $1.5bn valuation as vibe coding mints another unicorn
Emergents vibe coding platform hit a $1.5bn valuation a year after launch. Its founder says most businesses do not need software, they need a way to turn how they work into it. Most businesses dont need any software. They need a way to turn how they actually work into software. That is how Mukund Jha [] This story continues at The Next Web
I turned my Moto Razr into a tiny workstation - and wrote this entire story on it
I wanted to save my back during my next work trip, so I assembled a workstation using the smallest devices I could find.
'Rust makes coding fun again': Why Linux is moving away from C, according to Greg Kroah-Hartman
C won't be disappearing tomorrow, says the stable kernel maintainer, but the future of Linux belongs to Rust.
This free Mac tool lets me see which apps are quietly accessing the internet - and block them fast
I try to be diligent about my default firewall policies and which apps access the internet. A simple-to-use tool called Firewally makes it easy.
Chinese AI narrows gap with US rivals, but Indias language test remains
Currently, the strongest published score on Indian financial and regulatory language belongs to a US flagship rather than any Chinese contender
AWS breaks ground for data centre project
To invest Rs 1 lakh cr in Hyderabad: CM
DeepSeek is preparing an IPO and chasing a $71bn valuation, weeks after its first raise
DeepSeek is getting ready to go public. The Chinese AI lab has started laying the groundwork for an initial public offering, according to Bloomberg. It could file as soon as this year, with a debut targeted for 2027. First, though, it wants to raise more in private. The Hangzhou lab closed its first-ever outside round [] This story continues at The Next Web
ASML plans to build EUV machines 30% faster as AI demand outstrips its production capacity
ASML is working to cut the time it takes to build and test its extreme ultraviolet lithography machines by roughly a third, CFO Roger Dassen told reporters on Wednesday. The cycle time, the period between starting production in ASMLs clean rooms and shipping, was about 22 weeks a few quarters ago. Were now looking at [] This story continues at The Next Web
Apple is in talks with the startup shrinking a 27B AI model onto an iPhone
Apple is in early talks with PrismML, a startup that shrinks large AI models to run directly on a phone. The companys on-device AI pitch could help Apple keep more of Siris work off the cloud. PrismML chief executive Babak Hassibi told CNBC that Apple and other companies were evaluating its technology. He called the [] This story continues at The Next Web
Amara Raja commissionscustomer qualification plant in Telangana
This is part of a roadmap toward commercial-scale lithium-ion cell manufacturing for Amara Raja
Emergent raises $130 million at $1.5 billion valuation, eyes bigger play in AI software for SMBs
The company plans to deploy the capital towards product development and expanding its go-to-market efforts
Dutch Monumental raises $32m led by Khosla to put more bricklaying robots on site
Monumental has raised a $32m Series B led by Khosla Ventures, money it will spend putting more of its bricklaying robots on building sites in Britain and, for the first time, in the United States. Plural and Hummingbird, both backers of the companys$25m round in early 2024, took part again. The Amsterdam company says the [] This story continues at The Next Web
Alibaba stock jumps 4% after Qwen is approved to run Apple Intelligence in China
Alibaba confirmed on Wednesday that its Qwen AI model will be integrated into Apple Intelligence across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and visionOS for users in China. Qwen will be integrated into Apple Intelligence experiences, an Alibaba spokesperson told CNBC. Chinas Cyberspace Administration included Apple AI services on a list of approved providers alongside products from Huawei [] This story continues at The Next Web
Velocity raises $38M to move business money with stablecoins
London fintech Velocity has raised a $38 million Series A to help businesses move money with stablecoins. The Velocity Series A, led by Dragonfly and FirstMark, brings the two-year-old companys total funding to nearly $50 million. Velocity builds treasury and settlement infrastructure for companies that want to use stablecoins, the dollar-pegged tokens now spreading across [] This story continues at The Next Web
Waze just gave me 5 new reasons to switch from Apple Maps
None of these new Waze features is offered in Apple Maps.
I tested Google Maps vs. Waze to find the best updated navigation app - and this one wins
Want to know whether Waze or Google Maps is better? I've driven with both for hundreds of miles. Here's my choice.
China Companionship Economy: In China, people are paying to hire companions to overcome loneliness. This new trend of the companionship economy is becoming increasingly popular among young people.Loneliness is being overcome by paying money in China.China Companionship Economy: You've of...
Just weeks after its first external funding round, DeepSeek is doubling down: The Hangzhou-based AI company has begun preparations for an initial public offering and could []
Wipro AGM: AI to drive next phase of enterprise transformation, says Rishad Premji
As clients transition from experimentation to execution in AI, Wipro is investing heavily in capabilities, partnerships, and talent while navigating a cautious IT landscape.
DeepSeek: Chinas KI-Star strebt an die B
Nur wenige Wochen nach seiner ersten externen Finanzierungsrunde legt DeepSeek nach: Das KI-Unternehmen aus Hangzhou hat mit den Vorbereitungen fr einen Brsengang begonnen und knnte die []
Australia tells AI data centres to put back more power than they take out
Anthony Albanese has told the AI industry that Australian books, music, and journalism are not free training data, and that any large data centre built in the country will have to put more electricity into the grid than it draws out. Neither of those things is law yet. The prime minister used a speech at [] This story continues at The Next Web
Ma Xingrui Expelled from China Politburo Over Family Corruption Under Xi Jinping
China expelled Politburo member Ma Xingrui over family corruption, the third removal under Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-graft drive. The former Xinjiang party chief and rocket programme head was found to have betrayed party principles, with corruption among family members running rampant.
Chinas Great Green Wall tames desert growth, but scientists say fight is not over
For half a century, workers in northern China have been using a technique called straw checkerboards to combat desertification
CoreWeave looks to Wall Street to hedge memory chips, an asset with no market
Memory chips have roughly doubled in price this year, a squeeze that has emptied Apples shelvesand rewritten data centre budgets. CoreWeave is now working out what to do if they get cheaper. The AI cloud company is exploring financial derivatives as a hedge against a future drop in memory and storage chip prices,Reuters reported on [] This story continues at The Next Web
TCS launches NVIDIA-powered Autonomous Engineering Lab in Bengaluru
New AI hub to help enterprises scale AI solutions across mobility and manufacturing from pilot to production
OpenAI is building an AI speaker amid legal feud with Apple
The screen-free speaker will be designed to provide AI and smart home services, according to Bloomberg News
Why are five anonymous female users suing Elon Musks xAI? | Explained
After AI chatbot Grok enabled users to create a barrage of sexual deepfakes and morphed photos earlier this year, a proposed class action lawsuit in the U.S. saw five people claiming that their lives have been shattered as a result of child abuse material
Why Chinas 4.3% growth is worrying its government | Explained
It's the slowest growth since 2022, when China was still in the grips of the pandemic, and below the government's already-lowered annual target of 4.5-5%; the country is facing multiple challenges of a real estate slowdown, sluggish consumption, and serious challenges in the job market
BlackRock in talks to inject funds into Udaan
The amount is part of a proposed $160 million fresh financing that Udaan announced on Tuesday
OpenAI Staffers Are Funding a Rival Super PAC to Take on Their Boss
OpenAI employees have donated more than $215,000 to a political effort opposing Leading the Future, a group backed by the company
Apple wins dismissal of iCloud child abuse imagery lawsuit on Section 230 grounds
US federal judge has dismissed a proposed class action accusing Apple of failing to stop images of child sexual abuse from being stored and shared through iCloud, finding that the claims sit inside the liability shield of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Judge Nol Wise issued the order late on Monday. The dismissal [] This story continues at The Next Web
US Reduces Russia Sanctions Tariff Threat From 500% To 100%; India, China In Focus
Revised US bill targets Russias energy buyers while reducing earlier 500% tariff proposal significantly
China says opposes US sanctions bill targeting Russia energy buyers
China strongly opposes a proposed United States sanctions bill targeting nations buying Russian energy. This bipartisan legislation aims to increase pressure on Russia regarding its ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Beijing accuses Washington of employing double standards and coercion with these proposed measures. The bill could allow the US to impose tariffs and sanctions on energy-purchasing countries. China vows to protect its enterprises and citizens' legitimate rights and interests.
Why Chinas 4.3% growth is worrying its government | Explainer
It's the slowest growth since 2022, when China was still in the grips of the pandemic, and below the government's already-lowered annual target of 4.5-5%; the country is facing multiple challenges of a real estate slowdown, sluggish consumption, and serious challenges in the job market
Chinas AI star DeepSeek plans IPO
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up DeepSeek has begun preparations for a landmark initial public offering that could see the company file as early as this year.
Meta employees sue, alleging AI-driven layoff picks hit workers on medical, parental leave
The lawsuit claims the company used internal AI systems, keystroke and activity-monitoring data, AI token-usage dashboards. among other methods, to determine who would be laid off
Chipmaker CXMT eyes $9.8 bn in blockbuster China IPO
China's leading memory chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies is seeking billions in an IPO. This move aims to bolster the nation's artificial intelligence hardware capabilities. The company intends to rival global giants like Samsung and Micron. This significant offering marks China's largest mainland tech share sale ever. It will provide a strong foundation for China's AI development goals.
Forest City Fights Pollution:China is building a city where 40,000 trees will grow across buildings
China GDP growth slows to weakest pace since 2022
China's economy grew by 4.3% in Q2 2026, the slowest pace since late 2022. The slowdown is attributed to weak domestic demand, a prolonged property slump, and the global oil shock.
OpenAIs First AI Device Could Be a Smart Speaker with Built-In Camera, GPT-Live Capabilities: Report
OpenAI has long been rumoured to foray into the consumer hardware business with an AI-powered device. While the rumour mill previously claimed that the ChatGPT maker could introduce an AI headset as its first-ever hardware device, a recent leak suggests otherwise. According to a report, the company is developing a portable, screen-free smart speaker that could serve as an AI-powered home companion. The purported AI device is expected to run on a rechargeable battery, allowing it to be carried between rooms.
Opinion: Opinion | China Now Has 7 Of The World's 10 Biggest Banks, And That Should Worry India
Seven of the world's ten largest banks are now headquartered in China. Twenty-two Chinese banks figure in the top 100. No Indian bank comes anywhere close.
China's economic growth slows to weakest pace in three years despite export boom
Tech Mahindra Q1 margins seen rising up to 50 bps on cost optimisation
Analysts foresee revenue to increase around 1% sequentially, supported by telecom deal ramp-up and broad-based growth across verticals
India Faces 100% Trump Tariff: Senate Bill Targets 5 Russian Oil Buyers Including China
Zoho launches AI-powered Classes 2.0 LMS, targets regulated educational institutions
Latest LMS features AI tutor, automated lesson planning and evaluation tools for teachers and students
Chinese stocks showed stability as investors shifted focus from technology to traditional sectors. Disappointing second-quarter economic growth data did not significantly impact market sentiment. Consumer and financial stocks saw gains while technology shares experienced profit-taking. Hong Kong equities outperformed mainland markets, supported by major technology companies. European investors maintain strong interest in Chinese equities, focusing on localization efforts.
26 Meta employees sue, alleging AI-driven layoff picks hit workers on medical and parental leave
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used artificial intelligence systems for layoffs
China's latest 'shock', German auto pain and the euro/yuan pressure cooker
China's export engine is posting a large trade surplus, defying global challenges and trade tensions. Chinese exports climbed significantly in June, driven by tech and surging automobile sales. Europe faces immense pressure from these imports and rising energy prices. German automakers are particularly impacted, considering job cuts and reduced sales. Policymakers are now examining exchange rates as a potential solution to these economic imbalances.
Intel turns to next-generation ASML tool to help make its laptop chips
Intel is using the High NA tool for specific layers of the chip, which will help Intel and ASML collect data and optimize the equipment
Trump Backs Bill Proposing 100% Tariffs on India, China Over Russian Oil Imports, Calls It
US President Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind a bipartisan sanctions bill that could impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries purchasing Russian oil and natural gas, including India and China, describing the proposal as a tribute to late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who had long championed tougher measures against Moscow. Speaking at [] The post Trump Backs Bill Proposing 100% Tariffs on India, China Over Russian Oil Imports, Calls It A Tribute to Lindsey Graham appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Dr Amit Wanchoo, Chief Convener, Chinar Book Festival Calls on LG Sinha
Srinagar, July 14: Dr Amit Wanchoo, Chief Convener, Chinar Book Festival, called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Monday. He was accompanied by Ms Shobha Kapoor from the National Book Trust (NBT). Dr Wanchoo briefed the Lieutenant Governor on the upcoming Chinar Book Festival scheduled to be held from July 18 to 26 in Srinagar. The nine-day festival will feature participation from over 200 publishers and book exhibitors from across the country, displaying books in English, Urdu, Kashmiri, Hindi and several other Indian languages. Alongside the book exhibition, the festival will host literary discussions, author interactions, book launches, children's programmes, storytelling sessions, workshops, cultural performances, Mushairas, Sufiyana music and youth engagement activities.
China's New Enemy? Why Beijing Is Targeting Japan I South China Fight Escalates
China's confrontation with Japan has entered a new phase. A decade after the landmark South China Sea arbitration ruling, Beijing is once again rejecting international law while accusing Tokyo of provoking regional instability. Japan, backed by 14 nations, says the tribunal's verdict remains legally binding. China disagrees and has launched fresh military drills while warning of firm countermeasures. The timing is significant, coming amid deeper India-Japan defence cooperation, Quad coordination and rising Indo-Pacific tensions. Is this only a diplomatic war of words, or the beginning of a broader strategic contest? Why is China suddenly calling Japan a bigger challenge than the United States? And what does this growing rivalry mean for India, maritime trade and regional security? Here's a detailed breakdown of one of the Indo-Pacific's most consequential geopolitical flashpoints.
Biocon's Shaw Reckons Rivals' China Reliance Gives It the Edge in GLP-1 Race
In an exclusive interview to NDTV Profit, Biocon founder, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, also said that insulin will never go away and defended company's low-margin bet.
China CITIC Bank International plans dollar, offshore yuan perpetual bonds
China CITIC Bank International plans to issue perpetual bonds in US dollars and offshore yuan. Initial price guidance is set around 5.45% for dollar bonds and 2.90% for yuan bonds. These benchmark-sized deals will strengthen the lender's capital base and absorb potential losses. The bank will hold a global investor call later today for these securities. Proceeds from the bonds will fund general corporate purposes after a five-year redemption period.
OpenAI's First Device To Be Movable, Screenless Speaker To Challenge Apple
OpenAI is developing a movable, screen-free AI speaker as its first hardware product, positioning it to rival Apple amid an ongoing trade secret lawsuit
Global Market: China Q2 growth slows to 4.3% yoy; Asia, metals stocks likely to remain volatile
China's economy grew 4.3% year-on-year in the second quarter, missing market expectations and marking its slowest pace since late 2022. The weaker-than-expected growth, driven by soft domestic demand despite resilient exports and industrial production, could keep Asian equities and metal stocks volatile as investors assess the outlook for China's economy and potential policy stimulus.
Anthropic AI Ad Backfires Over Cemetery Imagery, Sam Altman Thought It Was Satire
Anthropic's 'There's Hope in Hard Questions' AI ad featured burning houses, surveillance cameras, and cemetery imagery, drawing widespread ridicule and calls of 'worst corporate communications ever.' OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he thought it was satire.
LTTS shares up 4% as Q1 profit and revenue rise, Anthropic partnership
The companys consolidated net profit for the quarter ended June 2026 rose 12.9 per cent y-o-y to 357.1 crore from 316.1 crore
OpenAI Researcher Miles Wang in Talks for $2B Drug Discovery Startup
OpenAI researcher Miles Wang is in talks to raise $200 million at a $2 billion valuation for an AI startup targeting drug repurposing and discovery, with Lightspeed Venture Partners in early discussions. Wang disputed the reported figures but declined to provide alternatives.
OpenAI Unaware Of Any Evidence' Showing Apple Lawsuit Has Merit
The new statement is an expansion of OpenAI's initial response on Friday, when it simply said it had no interest in trade secrets belonging to other companies and was focused on building its own new technology.
OpenAI's First Device Will Be Movable, Screenless Speaker Built As AI Companion
The device represents a critical next step for OpenAI, a top developer of AI models that is poised for an initial public offering in the coming months.
Relief For India, China As US Eases 500% Russian Oil Tariff Threat
The updated version also allows an exception for countries that import less than 15 per cent of Russia's natural gas exports and are taking significant steps to reduce those imports, which could exempt Japan, France, Hungary, and Belgium.
Hydel project near China border gets green clearance
An expert panel recommended green clearance for the Naying hydro-electric project. This project will be built across the Siyom river in Arunachal Pradesh. It will boost renewable energy generation and cost an estimated Rs 11,835 crore. The project proponent will provide compensation and rehabilitation for displaced families. Further forest clearance is now required for this significant development.
Anthropic commits $10 million to Canadian AI research across eight institutions
Anthropic is committing $10 million CAD to eight Canadian research institutions to fund work on beneficial and responsible AI applications. The partnerships span Canadas three leading regional AI institutes, Amii in Edmonton, Mila in Montral, and the Vector Institute in Toronto, along with childrens hospital CHEO, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Universit Laval, [] This story continues at The Next Web
I've used the iOS 27 beta for a month: 7 ways the new Siri is dramatically better
Siri AI is the star of iOS 27, and now most iPhone users can try it with the first public beta of the OS.
I tested the Ultrahuman Ring Pro: It's a biohacker's dream that's not for me
The brand's latest ring comes with extensive features, but it's both larger and more expensive than the previous version.
Chinar Book Festival 2026 in Srinagar from Jul 18 to 26
Over 200 publishers to participate Srinagar: The upcoming Chinar Book Festival, scheduled to be held from July 18 to 26, 2026, in Srinagar, will feature participation from over 200 publishers and book exhibitors from across the country, displaying books in English, Urdu, Kashmiri, Hindi, and several other Indian languages. Dr Amit Wanchoo, Chief Convener of []
Paramount says it will take the Warner Bros merger to the Supreme Court if states block the deal
Paramount Skydance is still aiming to close its roughly $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery by the end of September despite a lawsuit filed by 12 state attorneys general seeking to block the deal on antitrust grounds. Jeffrey Kessler, Paramounts lead trial counsel, told CNBC on Tuesday that the company is prepared to take [] This story continues at The Next Web
The only Apple Watch strap you'll ever need is down to its lowest price yet
I have multiple Apple Watch straps, but I keep coming back to the Nomad Stratos Band for its classy looks and sporty comfort.
Nintendo is pulling a console from Europe over battery rules. Meta
The European Commission has exempted wearable technology from rules requiring batteries that users can remove and replace. The change clears the biggest obstacle to Metas latest smart glasses reaching the EU,Politico reports. The delegated act, adopted on Tuesday, adds six product categories to the exemption list. It covers wearable devices such as smartwatches and fitness [] This story continues at The Next Web
New York imposes one-year moratorium on large data centres over AI concerns
The pause will allow New York to set environmental standards and assess the long-term impact of large data centres
Meta sued by 26 employees who say its AI systems targeted workers on medical leave for layoffs
Twenty-six current and former Meta employees have filed a federal lawsuit accusing the company of using AI-powered systems that disproportionately targeted workers with disabilities or who had taken medical leave when selecting people for mass layoffs. The suit, filed Monday in Oakland, California, alleges that Meta relied on productivity metrics and AI token usage data [] This story continues at The Next Web
Developers often assume that packages published through official channels have passed through a secure release process. That assumption is fundamental to modern software development, whereopen source componentsare routinely integrated into applications through automated dependency management. A new investigation suggests that confidence can be challenged when attackers gain access to the systems responsible for publishing software. [] This story continues at The Next Web
Kalshi, the prediction markets exchange, has built a forward curve that tracks the future price of computing power, joining a growing list of exchanges and index operators trying to turn GPU rental costs into a standardised financial instrument. The tool uses weekly and monthly event contracts related to compute prices, extending up to a year [] This story continues at The Next Web
Belagavi startup flags privacy risks, urges govt to reassess ai tie-up with Anthropic
IBM disappointment sparks crash in Infosys, Wipro ADRs as AI fears rattle tech sector
The sector-wide rout was ignited by IBM releasing its preliminary second-quarter results ahead of schedule
Over 90% of Indias early-career technology talent is AI-Proficient or AI-Native says Nasscom
23% qualify as AI-native; Nasscom AI-Native Talent Index highlights need to deepen judgment and orchestration skills
Google Search will let you instantly generate AI images for free - here's how
With the latest update to Google Images, you can generate your own images directly inside the AI Overviews.
Electromech InfraProjects aims for 2,000 turnover in next 5 years
US tech companies Amazon, Microsoft and Google are committing around $57 billion in total to expand their footprint in India as the country is positioning itself as a key global data centre and AI hub
Google targets mission-critical workloads with sovereign AI push in India
Google is also enabling Indian enterprises, including regulated industries and the public sector, to run Gemini on Google Distributed Cloud from within Indian data centres
I'm a serial Linux distro hopper - these 7 signs mean it's time to switch
If you're looking to try a different Linux distribution, it's time you do the 'distro hop.' But why does this phenomenon seem inevitable for so many users?
CMC Vellore, IIIT Hyderabad develop AI tool for cancer care
The project, supported by the National Cancer Grid and METAs India AI initiative, has ethics approvals for clinical pilot studies involving patients
Q1 Results Today, 14th July 2026 Updates: Follow latest Q1 updates from businessline here
Google announces AI education, safety and enterprise initiatives at I/O Connect India 2026
Google is also set to launch ATL Saathi, deepening its collaboration with the Atal Innovation Mission
