Beyond the border: How India is building firepower to strike targets 1,000km away
India's military is enhancing long-range strike capabilities for future conflicts. New weapons and drone technology are increasing engagement distances significantly. These advancements allow for precise strikes deep within enemy territory. India aims to control escalation and dictate conflict resolution terms. This modernization drive ensures a continued combat edge in the region.
AI radar ‘Bear-dar’ detects polar bear mother and cubs in Canada
An AI radar system called Bear-dar successfully detected a polar bear family. This system alerted weather station staff in Eureka, Nunavut, allowing a safe response. The bears were guided away from the station and returned to their sea ice habitat. Bear-dar was developed to detect polar bears in all conditions and times. This technology aims to reduce human-wildlife encounters and improve safety for everyone.
After 18 years in the US, ex-Meta employee returned to Bengaluru. Here's why
After spending 18 years building a successful technology career in the US with companies like Microsoft, LinkedIn and Meta, engineering leader Balaji Gururajan returned to Bengaluru with his family. His decision was driven not by financial goals but by a desire to be closer to ageing parents and spend more time with his children. His journey highlights how personal priorities can reshape the meaning of success beyond career achievements and global opportunities.
'AI will create more jobs than it eliminates': Cisco president Jeetu Patel
Cisco president Jeetu Patel believes artificial intelligence will create more jobs than it eliminates. AI fluency will become a crucial skill, making some workers significantly more effective. Technology advancements lower costs, spurring new products and markets for growth. The future will offer more jobs, but their nature and required skills will change. Prioritizing AI skills development is essential for workforce preparedness.
She moved from LA to San Francisco for AI job, but tech wasn’t biggest change
A journalist moved from Los Angeles to San Francisco for an AI startup role. She found a work culture focused on building products and new technology. Her journalism skills proved valuable in explaining complex AI concepts to a wider audience. While missing her home, she embraced this significant technological shift. She is grateful for the unexpected opportunity which changed her career path.
Same Soviet DNA, different fighters: How India's Su-30MKI compares with China's J-16
The Su-30MKI from India and China's J-16 fighters are both rooted in similar design principles but show distinct differences. The Su-30MKI offers superior agility thanks to its thrust vectoring and canard configuration. In contrast, the J-16 boasts sophisticated indigenous radar and electronic warfare technology. While the J-16 excels in beyond-visual-range engagements, India is focusing on upgrades to bolster the Su-30MKI's operational capabilities.
BrahMos at 25: How India is taking a critical missile technology into the future
The Brahmos missile proved decisive in Operation Sindoor, neutralising Pakistani air bases. This supersonic weapon, developed with Russian collaboration, bypasses advanced air defense systems effectively. Its deployment across all three Indian armed forces enhances strategic capabilities significantly. The missile's export success highlights its potent anti-ship and defensive platform roles. Continuous development ensures the Brahmos remains at the forefront of missile technology.
TCS takes on OpenAI, Anthropic; to build a team of forward-deployed engineers
Tata Consultancy Services is building a large team of engineers for its AI business. The company plans to hire up to 8,900 forward-deployed engineers to assist clients. TCS is also exploring acquisitions in artificial intelligence and data security areas. This strategic move positions TCS to compete directly with major AI technology firms. The IT giant believes AI will increase the need for its integration and management services.
US job cuts hit 443,600 in 2026; this month saw the most tech layoffs
US companies announced 443,600 job cuts from January to June 2026. Technology sector led these reductions, with artificial intelligence cited as the primary reason. May 2026 saw the most severe wave of layoffs, impacting many tech firms. AI accounted for twenty-two percent of all job cuts this year. Hiring remains historically low, reflecting automation's impact on employment.
Meta replies to Centre's notice on Instagram ads, action likely after scrutiny: IT secretary
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is currently analyzing Meta's recent response to a notice regarding advertisements related to child abuse materials. The government received this reply on Saturday and is diligently reviewing its specifics. Decisions regarding future actions will be based on a thorough examination of Meta's proposed measures aimed at combating online child sexual abuse, reaffirming the government's commitment to child safety and platform accountabili...
Kospi dream rally fumbles: World's best-performing stock plunges 7%
South Korea's Kospi index experienced a significant 7% decline on Monday. Rising Middle East tensions and oil price spikes rattled global investors worldwide. Technology stocks, including SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, led the sharp fall. The market correction intensified concerns over AI-linked semiconductor company valuations. Despite the recent drop, the Kospi remains a top global performer this year.
China's Neuralink rival bets on brain tech without opening the skull
China is prioritizing non-invasive brain-computer interfaces for future industries. Neuracle Medical Technology's device received regulatory approval for commercial use. Chinese startups are developing ultrasound and sensor-based neural technologies. These companies aim to make neural tech accessible and affordable for many. The nation's coordinated ecosystem supports adoption in rehabilitation and assistive technologies.
Elon Musk calls him 'Scam Altman'; OpenAI CEO says he's 'not afraid' of Apple
Apple's trade secret lawsuit against OpenAI has reignited the Elon Musk vs Sam Altman feud. Musk called the OpenAI CEO "Scam Altman" and accused him of stealing Apple's phone technology. Altman hit back over SpaceX's space datacenters, saying Musk is "obsessed" with him. The Apple lawsuit names OpenAI hardware chief Tang Tan and ex-Apple engineer Chang Liu.
AI companies want to water down Australia’s copyright laws. Artists are outraged, Labor is split
Anthony Albanese will deliver a landmark speech on AI this week as MPs are torn between attracting datacentre investment and protecting the rights of creativesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhen Anna Funder stood before a pack of journalists at Parliament House earlier this month, she presented herself not just as a writer but also a “victim of crime”.The Stasiland author was using the analogy to illustrate how technology companies have flagrantly “hoovered up” her li...
Kenyan dairy goat farmers thrive from AI breeding
On the fertile slopes of central Kenya, a quiet agricultural transformation is taking shape. As population growth and inheritance-driven land subdivision continue to reduce farm sizes, many smallholder farmers are rethinking traditional dairy farming. Increasingly, they are turning to high-yielding dairy goats, which require less land while offering a reliable source of milk and income.The shift is being driven by artificial insemination (AI), a technology allowing farmers to improve the genetic...
DNA technology leads to arrest in 1988 killing of Orlando woman after nearly four decades
A North Carolina man has been charged in the 1988 killing of an Orlando, Florida, woman after advances in DNA technology helped investigators identify a suspect nearly four decades after the case went cold, police said.The Orlando Police Department announced Thursday that Willie J. Carpenter was arrested by the U.S. Marshals Service North Carolina Regional Task Force on charges of first-degree murder in the death of Diane Matthews.Matthews' remains were found Sept. 8, 1988, inside the downtown O...
Fox News AI Newsletter: Microsoft cuts thousands of jobs
Welcome to Fox News' Artificial Intelligence newsletter with the latest AI technology advancements.IN TODAY'S NEWSLETTER:- Microsoft cuts 4,800 positions, insists jobs 'not being replaced by AI'- OpenAI unveils ChatGPT Work to automate workplace tasks as AI race intensifies- Google turns old phones into cloud serversTECH TRANSITION: Microsoft said on Monday that it will eliminate roughly 4,800 jobs – or about 2.1% of its global workforce – as it restructures parts of the company to prioritize ar...
Alarm over launch of facial recognition in UK shops that instantly alerts police
Civil liberties groups say Facewatch system in stores such as Sainsbury’s and B&M is ‘dangerous escalation’Facial recognition technology in shops will soon alert police in real time to the presence of serious offenders, with civil liberties groups warning of a “dangerous escalation” towards surveillance and criminalisation in the retail sector.Facewatch, a facial recognition system used by more than 100 businesses including Sainsbury’s, B&M and Spar to monitor thieves, said it was launching a UK...
Class action suit against AI makers over deepfake child sexual abuse material expands
Technology Class action suit against AI makers over deepfake child sexual abuse material expands July 9, 20261:49 PM ET By Huo Jingnan In this photo illustration, the Grok website is seen through a magnifying glass on a computer screen on February 12, 2026. Grok is the AI chatbot built by Elon Musk's SpaceXAI, formerly known as xAI. A class action lawsuit filed against SpaceXAI and Stability AI alleges the companies' AI tools were used to make sexually explicit images of children. Pablo Vera/AF...
MPs urge Labour to ditch £330m Palantir software contract with NHS
Cross-party group backs call from science and technology committee to look at alternative options, citing ‘serious mistrust’A second parliamentary committee has urged Labour to scrap Palantir’s £330m contract with the NHS, increasing pressure on the next prime minister over government deals with the US tech company.MPs on the health and social care select committee want the NHS to cut ties with Palantir and find a replacement for its system, which is supposed to unify and analyse huge amounts of...