Technology

Tech company Xiaomi’s sub-brand Poco has confirmed the launch of its new ‘M’ series smartphone ‘Poco M8’ in India. The company has made the mobile’s microsite live on Flipkart, where the phone’s first look and some key features have been shared. Poco M8 will be launched in the market with a 50-megapixel main camera, Snapdragon

One of the most exciting meteor showers of the year, the Quadrantids, is set to light up the night sky this week. Though it lasts for a very short time, this shower is known for its intensity. At its strongest moment, it can produce up to 100–120 meteors per hour, making it one of the

The holiday season is meant for celebrations, but cybercriminals are using this cheerful time to run smart scams. A new trick doing the rounds involves fake New Year greetings sent as APK files that can secretly take control of your phone. It usually begins with a harmless-looking WhatsApp message wishing you a Happy New Year.

Digital arrest scams and related cybercrimes in the country have seen a sharp increase between 2022 and 2024. The government informed the Rajya Sabha that in 2022, 39,925 cases of digital arrest were registered, and the total amount defrauded was Rs 91.14 crore. Meanwhile, in 2024, these cases almost tripled to 1,23,672. The amount defrauded

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced a new senior hiring aimed at tackling the potential risks of artificial intelligence. The firm is looking to appoint a ‘Head of Preparedness’, a role focused on assessing and mitigating the possible harmful impacts of AI. According to the company, the key responsibility of the position will be

[[{“value”:” AI gets properly useful AI has been the buzzword of the past two years, but most of its practical uses have lived quietly in the background. In 2026, that changes. AI will become far more visible in everyday workflows, transforming how people actually work rather than just how companies talk about innovation. Game studios,

Have you ever worried that someone could steal your phone number and empty your bank account? It may sound scary, but it’s very real. This type of crime is called SIM-swap or duplicate SIM fraud. In such cases, scammers take control of your mobile number and receive all your one-time passwords (OTPs). Once they have

A tragic incident in Uttar Pradesh has raised serious concerns about how schools handle exam-related issues. A 16-year-old Class 10 student from Greater Noida West allegedly died by suicide after being questioned by her school over the suspected use of AI-based tools during a pre-board exam. The incident reportedly took place on December 23. Police