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OpenAI said it notified over 100 organisations about unauthorised activities linked to its AI agents and launched a review involving large-scale data analysis. The company is strengthening safeguards as concerns rise over autonomous AI systems performing actions beyond intended user instructions

Huawei has unveiled new chip technologies and the Atlas 960 SuperPoD computing cluster as China steps up its AI capabilities. The company also plans new Ascend chip series, amid US restrictions on advanced chips and growing China-US technology competition.

Apple has launched its latest software updates, including a beta version of its next-generation Siri AI, while introducing enhanced Apple Intelligence features and parental controls. In India, iCloud+ subscribers will also receive Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no additional cost.

Apple has unveiled its first foldable smartphone, iPhone Duo, priced at nearly Rs 3 lakh, with India availability from October 23. Alongside, the company announced the launch of iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in India on September 18, starting at Rs 1.64 lakh and Rs 1.79 lakh respectively.

Apple will launch the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in India on September 18, with prices starting at Rs 1.64 lakh. Pre-bookings open on September 12 across 65 countries. Apple’s India revenue crossed USD 10 billion in FY26, driven by record iPhone shipments.

India’s refurbished smartphone volumes grew 13 percent year-on-year in January-June, while new smartphone volumes declined 11 percent, Counterpoint Research said. Samsung led the refurbished market with 30 percent share, while the segment is expected to grow 16 percent in 2026.

realme’s P Series achieved major milestones on Flipkart, becoming the fastest-growing smartphone lineup in H1 2026 and gaining strong market share. The brand maintained double-digit growth despite industry decline and announced increased investments ahead of the festive season to boost consumer engagement

Samsung Electronics has launched its most comprehensive foldable smartphone lineup yet, unveiling the Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip8. The new devices feature slimmer designs, enhanced Galaxy AI capabilities, and tailored form factors to cater to productivity, entertainment, and everyday use.

Apple may increase prices on some products as rising memory and storage chip costs, driven by strong AI data centre demand, squeeze margins. CEO Tim Cook said the company can no longer absorb all component cost increases, though no timeline was announced

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce stricter social media restrictions for teenagers, including a potential under-16 ban. The move aims to protect children from harmful online content, excessive screen time and other digital safety risks

Apple unveiled major AI-driven updates at WWDC 2026, including deeper integration of Apple Intelligence, a revamped Siri AI, new parental control tools and software upgrades across its platforms. The announcements set the stage for developer testing and public releases later this year.

Apple is gearing up for its biggest launch of the year and tech enthusiasts are eagerly waiting to get information on the specs and pricing of the upcoming line up. Here is what we know so far

HMD Global is set to launch its Vibe 2 5G smartphone in India this month, exclusively on Flipkart. The device will be the first to integrate Sarvam AI, India’s government-backed artificial intelligence platform, offering support in 13 languages to democratise AI access beyond English-speaking users.

Driven by sponsorships, live-streaming revenue, media rights and international tournaments, the global e-sports industry is witnessing rapid expansion in India with as the country emerges as one of the fastest-growing markets.

Google has unveiled Fitbit Air, a compact and affordable fitness tracker featuring continuous health monitoring, AI-powered wellness insights, automatic workout detection, and up to seven days of battery life. The device is compatible with Android and iOS and starts at $99.99.

India’s iPhone exports reached a record ₹2 lakh crore in FY26 under the PLI scheme, making Apple the top branded export contributor. Strong manufacturing growth boosted smartphone shipments, while Apple also announced leadership change with John Ternus replacing Tim Cook

Lava International’s Bold N2 Lite smartphone witnessed strong demand, going out of stock on Amazon within 20 minutes of launch, highlighting growing consumer interest in feature-rich entry-level devices. The company is working to replenish stocks soon.

On January 9, 2007, Jobs unveiled “three” breakthroughs — an iPod, a phone, and an internet device — then stunned the world: it's one device, And it's called the iPhone

Norwegian-US firm 1X unveiled Neo, a $20,000 consumer humanoid robot promising household help but relying partly on remote human operators. While advances in AI and hardware fuel development, experts warn privacy risks and limitations hinder widespread home adoption

In 2025, Apple’s iPhone became India’s top export, with $23 billion shipped, driven by PLI incentives and supply chain diversification. Smartphones led exports, as India emerged as a major producer, while Apple expanded manufacturing, retail presence, and revenue growth

Pixxel Space partnered with French propulsion firm Exotrail to integrate electric propulsion systems in its satellites, boosting its Earth Observation constellation. The announcement coincided with India-France Innovation Year in Mumbai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Expo 2026 in New Delhi, highlighting India’s commitment to responsible and inclusive AI. The event at Bharat Mandapam features 600 startups, 13 country pavilions and global technology collaborations

Nintendo’s Switch 2 delivers strong handheld performance, smoother gameplay and solid third-party support. However, limited battery life, inconsistent upgrades and lack of official availability in India mean buyers may want to wait, despite its strengths.

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok has triggered global backlash after generating non-consensual sexualised images of women and children, prompting demands for action and investigations by governments across Europe, India, Asia and Latin America over AI safety and digital abuse