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Meta’s AI glasses are sparking backlash in India and overseas months after their release. People complain of privacy violations and harassment, often calling them creep glasses. While some schools started banning the devices, many users remain worried. Standardised rules for using these glasses in sensitive areas have not been confirmed.
The White House said on Wednesday that the U.S. will allow vetted private firms to launch offensive cyberattacks against international criminal gangs. This new policy lets companies use innovative capabilities to fight hackers. The government will supervise these operations, which aim to stop ransomware attacks and other digital threats.
The DS21 ergonomic mouse splits apart to become a handheld motion controller and touchpad. Created by MBox, the device features a 35-gram core that detaches for remote use. It already surpassed its $2,000 Kickstarter goal. MBox expects mass production to start in September, with shipping to follow in November.
SK Hynix workers in South Korea launched a new unified union on Thursday to gain more bargaining power. Nearly 2,500 employees joined the group amid stalled wage talks. The union wants to represent staff across all locations as workers push for better pay terms instead of the company's share-based bonus proposal.
Apple is in talks to pay publishers to use their content for the upcoming Siri AI, according to The Wall Street Journal. The tech giant proposed a pay-as-you-go model instead of fixed fees. Apple considered a nine-figure budget for these payments as it works to make Siri much smarter.
Artificial intelligence is no longer just for tech teams; it is a business imperative for Indian entrepreneurs. Owners do not need to learn to code to succeed. Instead, they must become AI-literate to make smarter decisions. Using these tools helps businesses improve productivity, cut costs, and gain a competitive advantage.
Indian banks are using AI to process loans and spot fraud faster. A report by BCG, FICCI and IBA said banks need to move AI into core models. Prasanna Lohar said, "AI is helping banks make faster, smarter, and more informed decisions." However, experts say human oversight remains crucial.
Google confirmed the Fitbit Air will launch in India in October 2026 at the Pixel 11 event. This screenless fitness tracker monitors health data like heart rate and sleep, syncing directly to the Google Health app. While official pricing is awaited, the device promises seven days of battery life for users.
AMD released its new Radeon RX 9050 GPU in 2026 with 4GB and 8GB VRAM options. The 8GB model sells at retail for $280, while the 4GB version targets pre-built systems. Both cards share the same name, but the 4GB model has lower memory bandwidth, which may confuse many buyers.
Balaji Srinivasan moved his Network School to Malaysia’s $100 billion Forest City to build a new society. The project stopped after a local council ordered it to close over licensing issues. Srinivasan did not give up and quickly signed an agreement to open a new campus in Kazakhstan instead.
Chinese chip designer Kiwimoore filed for a Hong Kong IPO targeting a $2 billion valuation. The Shanghai-based firm, founded in early 2021, plans to list in the first half of 2027. It makes networking technology for artificial-intelligence accelerators and hopes to benefit from China’s push for a self-sufficient chip supply chain.
Google’s new SL2T model converts American Sign Language into English text using a phone camera. It helps users communicate across digital platforms like emails and Google Gemini. The system tracks hand and body movements to ensure privacy. This model is the most capable tool for sign language translation to date.