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Apple unleashes M4-powered iPad Air: Faster, smarter — same. Check out the price

Apple on Tuesday announced the new iPad Air featuring M4 and more memory, giving users a big jump in performance at the same starting price.

Apple’s iPhone 17e brings big upgrades at a mid-range price. Check out the price

Apple on Monday announced iPhone 17e, a powerful and more affordable addition to the iPhone 17 lineup.

Next-gen connectivity: Samsung and Vodafone unlock AI-driven networks

Samsung Electronics and Vodafone on Tuesday announced that the companies have successfully completed the first call utilizing Samsung’s virtualized RAN (vRAN) solution and Intel1 Xeon 6 SoC (system-on-chip), marking a first milestone in Europe.

Kolkata’s design scene gets a glam makeover! Inside the stunning design cultures 2026 showcase at KCC

Kolkata’s design landscape gets a major boost as Design Cultures 2026 – The Art of Contemporary Living opens at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity, bringing together some of India’s most celebrated design brands, studios and creative minds under one roof.

Anthropic launches free ‘Anthropic Academy’ to train users on Claude AI

Anthropic has launched Anthropic Academy, a new online learning platform offering free courses designed to teach users how to work with the company’s Claude AI models, media reports said.

Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon Wear Elite Platform for next-gen AI wearables

Qualcomm Technologies Inc. has announced the Snapdragon Wear Elite Platform, a personal AI platform designed to unlock the next generation of truly personal, always-on, intelligent wearable computing devices.

TCS and Zscaler revolutionize digital workspaces with AI-powered Experience Studio — boost productivity by up to 30%!

Mumbai/IBNS: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has announced the launch of TCS Workspace Experience Studio engineered with Zscaler Digital Experience (ZDX).

Honor pushes AI boundaries: Robot phone, humanoid robot, and magic V6 take center stage!

At MWC 2026, HONOR advanced its Augmented Human Intelligence (AHI) vision and accelerated ALPHA PLAN through three connected pillars: Alpha Phone, Alpha Store and Alpha Lab. Building on its long-term commitment to human-centric AI, Honor offered a preview of Robot Phone, a bold exploration of embodied intelligence and a new species of smartphone that reimagines how future AI devices could integrate motion and spatial awareness.

You won’t believe the ARRI magic coming to Honor’s next-gen devices!

Leading AI device ecosystem company Honor has entered into a strategic technical collaboration with ARRI, the world-renowned designer and manufacturer of professional camera technology for cinematic storytelling. This landmark partnership marks a significant step in extending established cinematic standards into the rapidly evolving world of mobile imaging.

“Highest usage ever”: Elon Musk reveals massive traffic surge on X amid Iran-Israel tensions

Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk on Sunday announced that social mediaplatform X recorded its highest-ever usage amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, marking a historic milestone for the company.

Tech titans unite! OpenAI, Amazon join forces in game-changing strategic partnership

OpenAI and Amazon has announced a multi-year strategic partnership to accelerate AI innovation for enterprises, startups, and end consumers around the world.

Smart rings just got smarter: Ultrahuman launches Ring PRO and ‘Jade’ biointelligence AI

Ultrahuman on Friday announced two major advancements to its ecosystem: the launch of Ring PRO, its third-generation smart ring engineered for performance, and Jade by Ultrahuman, described as the world’s first real-time biointelligence AI.

Loreto College hosts job fair and signs MoU to strengthen academic collaboration

Kolkata: Loreto College hosted its job fair, "Recruitment Rendezvous 2026", on February 18, bringing together employers and students in an initiative aimed at strengthening industry-academia engagement and promoting women’s empowerment.

Type ‘Punch the monkey’ on Google and watch what happens next

Search engine Google has joined the global Punch fever, delighting users with a special interactive surprise. Anyone who types “Punch the monkey” into the search bar is welcomed by animated baby monkey faces surrounded by hearts, celebrating the internet’s newest viral sensation.

Punch effect! IKEA orangutan plush toy sells out after viral macaque video

IKEA has sold out its orangutan plush toy after it gained widespread attention following the viral video of Punch, the baby macaque that has captured hearts across the internet.

YouTube Premium Lite just got a massive boost — Here’s what you can now do

YouTube has announced that Background Play and Downloads features would be available with the Premium Lite subscription service.

As AI takes over tech, Anthropic CEO urges youth to choose people-focused careers

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has advised students that they should think about careers that are more related to people.

US popular bakery Cheesecake Factory makes India debut with first store in Bengaluru

The Cheesecake Factory Bakery, one of America’s most popular dessert brands, has entered the Indian market with its first outlet in Bengaluru and its globally celebrated cheesecakes that have delighted diners for nearly five decades.

Tata’s Voltas launches AI AC that thinks for you — And slashes your power bill

Voltas Limited, the air-conditioning brand from the House of Tata, has introduced its Summer 2026 portfolio, headlined by the AI-enabled Vertis Inverter Split AC range. The new lineup marks a significant advancement in intelligent cooling technology tailored specifically for Indian conditions.

Ubisoft taps franchise legends to redefine Assassin’s Creed future

Vantage Studios, a subsidiary of Ubisoft, has announced the appointment of three senior leaders to spearhead the long-term vision, creative direction and continued growth of the Assassin’s Creed franchise.

AI alliance unveiled: India, Italy, Kenya sign strategic tech deal

A trilateral Letter of Strategic Intent was signed by Italy, India and Kenya to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.

India gets Amazon’s second-largest office in Asia – A game-changer for Bengaluru’s tech scene

Spanning 1.1 million square feet, Amazon’s second-largest single-building corporate campus globally sets new benchmarks for collaboration, sustainability, and innovation in India’s technology capital.

Captain Cool’s next big play: Swaraj Tractors extends strategic tie-up with MS Dhoni

Swaraj Tractors, a part of the Mahindra Group, on Monday announced the renewal of its partnership with MS Dhoni as the brand’s endorser.

UPSC aspirants misled? Coaching institute fined Rs. 15 lakh

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of Rs. 15 lakh on Vajirao and Reddy Institute for issuing misleading advertisements related to the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2023 results.

Samsung supercharges Galaxy AI with massive multi-agent expansion

Samsung Electronics has announced the continued expansion of Galaxy AI, reinforcing its vision for a rich, open and integrated multi-agent ecosystem. Built around Samsung’s vision of AI that reduces effort and steps across everyday tasks, Galaxy AI is designed to help users get things done more naturally with greater choice, flexibility and control.

Bloomsbury India releases book on AI policy, regulation, economic impact

Bloomsbury India has published Governing Artificial Intelligence (AI): From Technological Breakthroughs to Global Regulations and Market Power, a timely and policy-relevant examination of how AI has evolved from a technical innovation into a powerful force reshaping economies, markets, and governance systems worldwide.

90 million jobs at risk? Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani’s big AI warning

Chairman of Infosys, Nandan Nilekani, has warned that artificial intelligence could put more than 90 million jobs at risk globally while simultaneously creating 170 million new opportunities — signalling a profound shift in the future of work.

Meet Asha Sharma: The Indian-origin executive now leading Microsoft Gaming

US technology major Microsoft has appointed Indian-origin executive Asha Sharma as Chief Executive Officer of its gaming division, at a time when the industry is witnessing rapid transformation driven by artificial intelligence.

India can meet short-term AI power demand but needs sustained solutions, German Digital Minister says

Germany’s Federal Digital Minister, Karsten Wildberger, said the country can manage the near-term surge in electricity demand fuelled by artificial intelligence but will need more durable, long-term solutions to sustain future growth.

Battle of the bots: Indian startup Sarvam challenges global AI giants with ‘Indus’

Indian AI firm Sarvam has launched a chat app, Indus, as a competitor in the sector, which is witnessing tough competition among OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google.