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15 January 2026
Palantir signs $200 million AI partnership with telecom firm Lumen
“Palantir demonstrated that its Foundry and AIP platforms could unlock Lumen’s data faster and cheaper than traditional data-lake migrations,”...
JP Morgan: Stripe could unlock $350B market through AI and crypto expansion
Analysts Jon Hacunda, Lula Sheena, and Celal Sipahi said Stripe is well-positioned to lead what they described as “twin...
Elon Musk confirms Tesla Cybercab production for Q2 2026
Unveiled in October 2024, the Cybercab is designed as a steering wheel- and pedal-free electric vehicle intended for unsupervised autonomous operation.
'Quantum breakthrough' :Google achieves computation beyond classical computers
Experts note that while the demonstration is significant, it addresses a narrow scientific problem rather than a broad real-world...
Meta to lay off 600 employees as part of AI division restructure
The decision was outlined in an internal memo from Alexandr Wang, Meta’s Chief AI Officer, who joined the company...

Defence

tools of warfare
Will fighter jets soon refuel each other mid-air using autonomous drone systems?
Equipped with precision navigation systems, sensors, and robotic refuelling arms, these drones can locate a receiving fighter jet, stabilise in formation, and transfer fuel automatically. Advanced AI algorithms manage speed, altitude, and alignment, ensuring safe and precise fuel transfer.
Sweden offers to supply Up to 150 Gripen-E fighter jets to Ukraine in landmark NATO deal
The agreement, signed on Wednesday by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, is a letter of understanding, meaning the final cost, delivery timeline, and specific terms are still being negotiated.
India plans its biggest dam to counter China’s Himalayan megaproject
Under grey mountain skies in Arunachal Pradesh, hundreds of members of the Adi tribe assembled on a local football ground,…
End of an Era: India retires its iconic MiG-21 fighter jet
On September 26th, 2025, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will officially retire the last of its MiG-21 fighters, ending an extraordinary 62-year journey that…
What is B-21 Raider and why will it replace B-2 Bombers?
The legendary B‑2 Spirit stealth bomber is set to retire by 2030, making way for its next-generation replacement: the B‑21 Raider. While the B‑2…

Space

News from the Cosmos

ISRO says 90% of Gaganyaan work complete, human mission set for 2027

ISRO plans to conduct three uncrewed test missions before launching the crewed mission in 2027, which will carry three...

Scientists identify 63 new young asteroid families, shedding light on Solar System’s ongoing evolution

Astronomers have discovered 63 previously unknown young asteroid families, groups of space rocks that formed relatively recently through collisions,...

Technology

What's Cooking in TECH

Apple’s First Foldable iPhone Expected in 2026 with 7.8-Inch Display

The foldable iPhone is expected to feature a book-style design, similar to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold line, with a...

Can Tesla’s Optimus colonise Mars before humans?

During recent investor calls, Musk hinted that Optimus could one day serve as a “universal worker”, capable of performing...

Who is Rizzbot and why is he going viral on Instagram?

First appearing on the streets of Austin, Texas, earlier this year, Jake the Rizzbot, built by Chinese robotics company...
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Latest News

Updates from around the world
Schneider Electric and Nvidia team up to build AI-ready data centres across Europe

Schneider Electric and Nvidia team up to build AI-ready data centres across Europe

“These innovations enable the efficient deployment of next-generation AI factories at scale while aligning with the EU’s €200 billion AI investment strategy,”
JP Morgan:  Stripe could unlock $350B market through AI and crypto expansion

JP Morgan: Stripe could unlock $350B market through AI and crypto expansion

Analysts Jon Hacunda, Lula Sheena, and Celal Sipahi said Stripe is well-positioned to lead what they described as “twin revolutions in intelligence and money movement.”
Palantir signs $200 million AI partnership with telecom firm Lumen

Palantir signs $200 million AI partnership with telecom firm Lumen

“Palantir demonstrated that its Foundry and AIP platforms could unlock Lumen’s data faster and cheaper than traditional data-lake migrations,” Goode said. “Together, we’re pursuing solutions to help large enterprises...
Meta to lay off 600 employees as part of AI division restructure

Meta to lay off 600 employees as part of AI division restructure

The decision was outlined in an internal memo from Alexandr Wang, Meta’s Chief AI Officer, who joined the company in June 2025 following Meta’s $14.3 billion investment in Scale...
‘Quantum breakthrough’ :Google achieves computation beyond classical computers

‘Quantum breakthrough’ :Google achieves computation beyond classical computers

Experts note that while the demonstration is significant, it addresses a narrow scientific problem rather than a broad real-world application. Winfried Hensinger, professor of quantum technologies at the University...
Pivotal launches Rs 1.6 crore flying car that can be flown without a licence

Pivotal launches Rs 1.6 crore flying car that can be flown without a licence

Unlike traditional planes that require runways for takeoff, eVTOLs use vertical thrust from multiple rotors to lift straight up. Pivotal’s aircraft uses eight electric propellers for lift and forward...
OpenAI buys team behind Workflow and Apple Shortcuts to enhance ChatGPT

OpenAI buys team behind Workflow and Apple Shortcuts to enhance ChatGPT

Founded in 2023, Software Applications Incorporated was established by the creators of the Workflow app, later acquired by Apple and developed into Shortcuts, the automation system built into iOS...
ISRO says 90% of Gaganyaan work complete, human mission set for 2027

ISRO says 90% of Gaganyaan work complete, human mission set for 2027

ISRO plans to conduct three uncrewed test missions before launching the crewed mission in 2027, which will carry three astronauts into low-Earth orbit for three days.
Microsoft Copilot gets 12 major upgrades to make AI more human-like

Microsoft Copilot gets 12 major upgrades to make AI more human-like

According to Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman, the goal of the update is to build “AI that serves people, not replaces them,” helping users focus on meaningful work and...
Apple’s First Foldable iPhone Expected in 2026 with 7.8-Inch Display

Apple’s First Foldable iPhone Expected in 2026 with 7.8-Inch Display

The foldable iPhone is expected to feature a book-style design, similar to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold line, with a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer screen when folded....