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Apple Unveils 'Siri AI' Powered by Apple Intelligence. Who can use it?

Tech giant Apple on Monday introduced Siri AI, a completely redesigned version of Siri powered by its new Apple Intelligence system, marking a major leap in conversational AI capabilities across its ecosystem.

The Beat of Inclusion: Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee and Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee’s Music Therapy Initiative for Autistic Children

Hyderabad/IBNS: Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee, renowned Grammy Jury member , Governor's National Awardee & GIMA awardee, recently conducted a transformative music workshop at Autism Ashram, Hyderabad, in collaboration with Sangitanjaly Foundation.

Apple just unveiled major app store changes—Developers won't want to miss this

Apple continuously invests in new features and services to help developers succeed and users discover their next favourite app.

NVIDIA, SK Telecom unveil giant AI cloud plan — First “AI Factory” coming up in 2027

NVIDIA and SK Telecom have announced that SK Telecom plans to build a gigawatt-scale AI cloud in South Korea using the NVIDIA DSX platform, with its first AI factory expected to go live in 2027.

Google drops Gemma 4 12B: A game-changing AI that runs on your laptop

Google has announced the launch of Gemma 4 12B, a dense multimodal model featuring a unified, encoder-free architecture.

Bengal dish beats global competition — Chingri Malai curry ranked among world’s best shrimp foods

Shrimp remains one of the most popular seafood delicacies worldwide, featuring prominently on dining tables across cultures in both traditional and contemporary preparations.

Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch could completely change how you track your health. Check out now

Samsung Electronics has announced a major upgrade to its Samsung Health app, positioning the upcoming Galaxy Watch as a proactive, intelligent health companion powered by AI-driven insights.

ChatGPT gets a major brain upgrade: OpenAI rolls out next-gen memory system

OpenAI has begun rolling out a significantly more capable and scalable system for synthesising memory in ChatGPT, designed to address long-standing challenges around staleness, correctness, and scalability across hundreds of millions of users and multi-year interaction horizons.

Chrome 149 rolls out — Google patches 429 security issues in major update

Tech giant Google has announced the rollout of Chrome 149, addressing 429 security vulnerabilities in what marks a significant step toward enhancing the browser's security.

I use my brain more now”: Man’s flip phone experiment goes viral, quits using smartphone

A man has stopped using a smartphone and switched to an old flip phone, claiming the change has helped him “use his brain more.”

HP teams up with Ferrari to launch ultra-luxury AI PC – Only 4,999 units available

Tech major HP Inc. has unveiled the HP Limited Edition Scuderia Ferrari AI PC, ahead of the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, bringing together Ferrari’s iconic racing heritage and HP’s innovation in personal computing.

Are we losing control? Anthropic flags dangerous AI self-evolution risk

Anthropic has warned that one of humanity’s long-debated fears may soon move closer to reality as advances in artificial intelligence accelerate the possibility of systems that can improve themselves and generate even more capable successors without human intervention.

Sony India introduces the WH-1000XM6 in sandstone finish. Check out the price

Tech major Sony India has announced the launch of a new Sandstone colour variant of its flagship wireless noise-cancelling headphones, the WH-1000XM6.

University of Liverpool set to open campus in India. Know the city where it will be established

The Ministry of Education today handed over the Letter of Approval (LoA) to the University of Liverpool, United Kingdom, paving the way for the establishment of its branch campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

HMD Vibe2 5G back on sale on Flipkart from June 3. Check out the offer price

India’s first smartphone with Indus by Sarvam AI, the all-new HMD Vibe2 5G, is back on sale starting June 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM onwards on Flipkart at INR 12,499 for a 4/128GB variant,.

Sony unveils ‘True RGB’ TV that could change home viewing forever

Sony India has announced the launch of its BRAVIA 7II television series, introducing True RGB technology powered by RGB Backlight Master Drive Pro to enhance home entertainment with richer colours, deeper contrast and improved visual realism.

Scammers using AI voices? Google’s new feature could stop them instantly

Scam calls powered by artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly common, with fraudsters impersonating victims’ close family members to extract money and sensitive information. Using AI-driven voice cloning, scammers are now able to convincingly replicate trusted contacts, making such fraud harder to detect.

Hisense unveils U7SE 144Hz ULED Mini-LED TV lineup, promises AI-powered picture performance

Consumer electronics brand Hisense has announced the launch of its latest ULED Mini-LED TV lineup – the U7SE 144Hz Mini-LED series in India.

Big fashion moment: Manish Malhotra set for historic Paris Haute Couture week debut

Ace Indian designer Manish Malhotra on Tuesday announced that he will make his debut at the Paris Haute Couture Week on July 8, 2026.

Mother Dairy unveils India’s first naturally degradable milk pouch

Mother Dairy, a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), on Tuesday announced the launch of India’s first naturally degradable milk pouch in soil, marking a significant step toward sustainable packaging and environmental responsibility.

From Ultrasound to Smartwatch: ASUS unveils AI healthcare revolution at COMPUTEX 2026

ASUS on Tuesday unveiled a new AI-powered healthcare ecosystem designed to help medical professionals make faster and more informed clinical decisions in real time.

ASUS unveils AI-powered companion, service robots at COMPUTEX 2026

Technology giant ASUS on Tuesday unveiled a new generation of AI-powered service robotics at COMPUTEX 2026, introducing the Next-Generation Companion Robot and ASUS Kairo, both designed to enhance care, assistance, and service experiences through advanced artificial intelligence.

Indian luxury goes global: Taj enters continental Europe with landmark Frankfurt hotel

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), a hospitality company, on Monday announced the debut of Taj Hessischer Hof Frankfurt, marking the brand’s entry into Continental Europe.

Apple's new secret Beats headphones may have just been revealed through footballer Lamine Yamal

Tech giant Apple may be preparing to launch a new pair of Beats headphones, with fresh clues emerging from recent Instagram posts by Spanish football sensation Lamine Yamal.

Samsung just unlocked rare Munch masterpieces for millions of art lovers

Samsung Electronics today announced a new collaboration with MUNCH to add iconic artworks by Edvard Munch to Samsung Art Store. The digital collection makes 37 masterpieces such as “The Scream,” “The Dance of Life” and “Melancholy” — as well as several rare works from the museum’s collection — available to millions of users around the world.

The future is here: NVIDIA, Microsoft turn Windows PCs into AI teammates

NVIDIA on Sunday unveiled NVIDIA RTX Spark, a new superchip that reinvents Windows PCs for the era of personal AI agents — offering a new class of computer that moves from tool to teammate.

"Modern organisational management needs a spiritual foundation," says former IIM Calcutta director at MCHD foundation day

Kolkata/IBNS: New-age management and leadership must be rooted in spirituality rather than an excessive focus on material pursuits, former IIM Calcutta Director Dr. Subir Chowdhury said while delivering a lecture in Kolkata on Saturday.

Our long-term target is 500 stores by 2030: Indian Silk House Agencies CEO Darshan Dudhoria

Darshan Dudhoria, CEO of Indian Silk House Agencies, speaks to IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra about Only Sarees, the future of Indian ethnic wear, and the digital transformation reshaping the saree retail industry. Excerpts:

Acer unveils futuristic smart e-mobility solutions at COMPUTEX 2026. All details inside

Acer is presenting at COMPUTEX 2026 a comprehensive range of e-bikes and e-scooters paired with a unified software experience, advancing its smart connected e-mobility strategy.

Samsung and top US hospital team up to study GLP-1 drugs using Galaxy watch. Why is it necessary for you?

Samsung Electronics and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Diabetes Research Center (DRC) today jointly announced a research study to investigate the efficacy of Galaxy Watch in assisting adults starting GLP-1RA1 therapy to monitor and potentially manage muscle loss.