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FASTag Annual Pass available from August 15: Who is eligible, how to get it Subscriber Only

The annual pass will cost Rs 3,000 and will become available for purchase from August 15 this year.
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Streaming dominates at 45% viewership in US, beating cable and broadcast Subscriber Only

For the first time, streaming has overtaken both cable and broadcast TV combined in the US. YouTube and Netflix alone made up nearly half the total streaming time in May.
With more viewers shifting towards digital platforms, media companies are rethinking content distribution to appeal to ‘cord-cutters’.

Europe’s growing fear: How Trump might use US tech dominance against it Subscriber Only

The tech debate adds to an increasingly fractious U.S.-European relationship over trade, tariffs and the war in Ukraine.
The International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, on March 31, 2022.

Tesla rolls out robotaxis in Texas test

The Tesla robotaxi rollout comes after more than a decade of Musk's unfulfilled promises to deliver self-driving Teslas.
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We asked ChatGPT to analyse a satellite image of Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility. Here’s what it said Subscriber Only

US attacks nuclear sites in Iran: Buried under a mountain about 100 km southwest of Tehran and guarded by anti-aircraft batteries, the facility at Fordow and the enrichment plant at Natanz are among Iran’s most
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How is Tesla expected to remotely control its robotaxis, and what are its limitations?

Musk for years has promised, without delivering, that its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) advanced driver assistance software would graduate to completely self-driving and control robotaxis.
Tesla's self-driving taxi called Cybercab. (Image source: Tesla)

Europeans seek ‘digital sovereignty’ as US tech firms embrace Trump

The search for alternative providers accompanies a debate in Europe about "digital sovereignty".
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Jio x BGMI: Telecom operator launches new Rs 495 and Rs 545 plans with free BGMI rewards Subscriber Only

Jio's new Rs 495 and Rs 545 prepaid plans come with unlimited 5G data, voice calls and some exclusive BGMI rewards. Here's how to redeem them.
Apart from free BGMI rewards, you also get access to JioGames Cloud.

Google offers to tweak search results to promote rivals, stave off EU antitrust fine, documents show

Google's latest proposal came three months after the European Commission charged the U.S. tech giant with favouring its own services such as Google Shopping, Google Hotels and Google Flights over rivals in breach of the
Under Google's new proposal a vertical search service (VSS) selected on objective and non-discriminatory criteria would get its own box at the top of the search page with the same format, information and features as Google's. (Image Source: Reuters)

Apple executives held internal talks about buying Perplexity, says report

Perplexity recently completed a funding round that valued it at $14 billion, Bloomberg News reported. A deal close to that would be Apple's largest acquisition so far.
The iPhone maker reportedly plans to integrate AI-driven search capabilities - such as Perplexity AI - into its Safari browser, potentially moving away from its longstanding partnership with Alphabet's Google.

Meta doubles down on security, introduces passkeys: Here’s how to set up Subscriber Only

Meta has rolled out passkeys on Facebook and Messenger, offering a more secure, passwordless login experience. Here’s why you should use it and how to set it up.
Passkeys are Meta’s latest way to keep user accounts safe, offering secure access to Facebook and Messenger.

8 game-changing WhatsApp tips everyone should try today Subscriber Only

WhatsApp privacy features: From pinning messages to using disappearing chats, these WhatsApp features can simplify your daily messaging experience.
WhatsApp privacy features: WhatsApp offers a wide range of customisation options to its users. These tips will make everyday communication hassle free. (Image: FreePik)

BSNL’s SIM-free Q-5G arrives in Hyderabad: What is it and who can use it? Subscriber Only

BSNL Q-5G FWA plans starts at Rs 999 per month and offers speeds up to 100 Mbps. The telecom operator plans to expand the service to other cities in the near future.
BSNL's Q-5G is currently available in Hyderabad.

Can you trust what you see? How AI videos are taking over your social media Subscriber Only

With AI tools becoming more accessible, social media platforms are exploding with AI-generated videos. While most videos are harmless, some are deeply deceptive. This surge is transforming content creation, but somehow is also raising urgent
The reason behind platforms pushing AI-generated videos is not very complex as such videos grab user attention, something all platforms seek aggressively.  (Image: YouTube/MeowMamas)

Cybersecurity nightmare: More than 16 billion passwords leaked in unprecedented data breach Subscriber Only

Researchers recently came across huge datasets which contained billions of leaked passwords from Google, Apple, Telegram, government agencies and more.
Researchers say these datasets contained an average of 550 million passwords. (Image Source: Microsoft Designer/AI)

India’s TCS says none of its systems were compromised in M&S hack

In early 2023, TCS reportedly won a $1 billion contract for modernising M&S' legacy technology with respect to its supply chain and omni-channel sales while increasing its online sales.
Last month, Financial Times reported that TCS is internally investigating whether it was the gateway for a cyberattack.

Google faces setback as EU court adviser backs antitrust regulators

The European Commission in its 2018 decision said Google had used its Android mobile operating system to block rivals.
Google's Android system, which it lets device makers use for free, runs about 73% of the world's smartphones, according to Statcounter.

Honda-backed Helm.ai unveils vision system for self-driving cars

Helm.ai is working with the Japanese automaker to integrate its technology in the upcoming 2026 Honda Zero series of electric vehicles, which will allow users to drive hands-free and take their eyes off the road.
Helm.ai Vision combines images from multiple cameras to create a bird's-eye view map, which helps improve the vehicle's planning and control systems, the company said.

Spotify study shows morning-hour music streaming a popular trend among Gen Z, millennials Subscriber Only

The latest Spotify study shows that music streaming habits of Indian Gen Z and millennials are driven by emotion, routine, and cultural connection.
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Is Apple closer to launching a foldable iPhone? This analyst thinks so Subscriber Only

It remains to be seen whether Apple’s first foldable phone will be a flip-style device or one that opens like a book with a large, tablet-like screen inside.
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Real risk to youth mental health is ‘addictive use,’ not screen time alone, study finds Subscriber Only

Addictive behavior may be more difficult to control during childhood, before the prefrontal cortex, which acts as a brake on impulsivity, is fully developed.
The researchers found addictive behavior to be very common among children.

Samsung to launch Android XR device to rival Apple Vision Pro in September: Report Subscriber Only

Samsung's upcoming Extended Reality headset - codenamed Project Moohan will be powered by a Qualcomm chip and run on Google's newly launched Android XR platform.
Samsung is developing its first extended reality headset in partnership with Google and Qualcomm.

High-paying corporate jobs are shrinking. Is AI to blame, or do these roles now require specialised expertise? Subscriber Only

Although most of these layoffs are happening in the US, neither Gurugram nor Bengaluru is immune.
A new trend seems to be emerging in the corporate world: the elimination of middle managers.

Microsoft prepared to abandon high-stakes talks with OpenAI

Microsoft's multi-billion dollar investments into OpenAI has been a key factor in positioning it as a leading player in the artificial intelligence space.
OpenAI requires approval from Microsoft, its major backer, to complete its transition into a public-benefit corporation, which it believes will make it easier to raise more capital. 

Meta in talks to hire former GitHub CEO Nat Friedman to join AI efforts

Meta recently hired Scale AI CEO, Alexandr Wang, to work with them and lead its new superintelligence unit.
Meta did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.
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