🧠 AI Disrupting Software Engineering
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu cautions software engineers that high salaries may not be sustainable as AI boosts productivity and levels the playing field across engineering disciplines. He emphasizes that only the top 1–2% of developers who effectively leverage AI will continue to excel.
🔍 Google Search Overhaul & Zero-Click Impact
Google is revamping its search engine with “AI Mode,” delivering conversational responses powered by its Gemini model. This shift has led to a rise in zero-click searches, where users get answers directly on the search page, reducing website traffic and impacting digital marketing strategies.
🏷️ Google Introduces “Ads Funded By” Labels
To enhance transparency, Google has started displaying “Ads funded by” labels on search ads, revealing the payer’s name.This move aims to clarify who is behind advertisements, especially in affiliate marketing and political campaigns.
📱 Android 16 to Feature Gemini-Powered Notifications
Android 16 is set to introduce “Magic Actions,” AI-driven notification features powered by Google’s Gemini. These will offer personalized, context-aware shortcuts directly within notifications, enhancing user interaction.
🚀 Startups Poised to Outpace Big Tech in AI
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman believes startups will disrupt large tech companies in the AI space due to their agility and faster execution. He notes that while big firms plan extensively, startups are quick to implement innovative solutions.
🌐 Perplexity Launches AI-Powered Comet Browser
Perplexity has launched the beta version of its AI-driven Comet browser for Apple Silicon Macs. Comet offers context-aware intelligence, allowing users to query, summarize, and explore content without switching tabs.
📦 Shiprocket Unveils AI-Integrated MCP Server
E-commerce platform Shiprocket has introduced India’s first AI-integrated Model Context Protocol (MCP) server. This innovation aims to automate and personalize e-commerce operations, enhancing efficiency for D2C brands and MSMEs.
🎬 Tata Gluco+ Releases Fully AI-Generated Ad
Tata Gluco+ has launched a new campaign featuring a 100% AI-generated advertisement. The ad, created without any live-action shooting, showcases the potential of AI in creative storytelling.
🛡️ DRDO Tests Indigenous Hypersonic Missile Engine
India’s DRDO successfully tested an indigenous scramjet engine for hypersonic missiles, marking a significant advancement in defense technology. The engine achieved a sustained operation of over 1,000 seconds.
📶 India Proposes Delicensing 6 GHz Band for Wi-Fi
The Indian government has proposed delicensing the 5925–6425 MHz band for unlicensed indoor use, aligning with global standards. This move is expected to enhance Wi-Fi performance and support the rollout of Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 technologies.
🧪 IIT Guwahati Develops Cyanide Detection Sensor
Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed a fluorescent sensor capable of detecting cyanide in water and human cells using UV light. This cost-effective solution holds promise for environmental monitoring and forensic analysis.
🔋 Samsung’s Galaxy S26 to Feature Steel Batteries
Samsung plans to equip its upcoming Galaxy S26 series with stainless steel “SUS CAN” batteries. These batteries aim to improve energy density, charging speed, and comply with future EU regulations on user-replaceable batteries.
🎮 Tencent Asserts GPU Stockpile for AI Training
Chinese tech giant Tencent claims it has amassed sufficient high-end GPUs to support AI development for several future generations, even amid potential U.S. export restrictions. The company emphasizes efficient AI training methods to maximize existing resources.
📱 Xiaomi’s 3nm Chip Outperforms Samsung’s Exynos
Xiaomi has unveiled its first flagship 3nm processor, the XRING 01, which reportedly outperforms all Samsung Exynos processors. This development positions Xiaomi as a formidable player in the high-performance chipset market.
🇺🇸 U.S. Scrutinizes Apple-Alibaba AI Partnership
The U.S. government is examining Apple’s partnership with Alibaba to integrate Chinese AI models into iPhones sold in China. Officials express concerns over potential enhancements to Alibaba’s AI capabilities and implications for data privacy.
🖥️ Microsoft Waives App Store Publishing Fees
Microsoft has eliminated fees for developers publishing apps on its store, aiming to attract more developers and compete with platforms like Apple and Google. The company will instead collect a 12% commission on app sales.
💻 GitHub’s AI Agent Automates Code Writing and Repair
GitHub has introduced an AI agent capable of autonomously writing and repairing code. This tool aims to enhance developer productivity by handling routine coding tasks.
💻 Huawei Launches 18-Inch Foldable Laptop
Huawei has launched the world’s first 18-inch foldable laptop, featuring an 8MP camera, fingerprint power button, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, and a 140W fast-charging 74.69Wh battery. The device is priced between ₹2.84 lakh and ₹3.20 lakh, depending on configuration.
These developments highlight the rapid advancements and shifts occurring across the tech landscape, from AI integration and hardware innovations to regulatory changes and strategic partnerships.