Meta apologises before Parl panel over removal of PM Modi's video
NEW DELHI: Meta on Monday apologised before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information Technology over the removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook video, saying it was taken down due to an error. However, several committee members said the issue went beyond an apology and demanded accountability for the incident.
Parliament panel to meet social media platforms over online safety, privacy
NEW DELHI: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology will meet representatives of major social media platforms, including Meta, X, Snapchat and Google on Monday to discuss online safety, user privacy and compliance with government rules.
Trump offering early access to online posts in move seen as corruption
Truth Social, where Trump’s account is by far the largest, to offer users early access for up to $100,000 per monthDonald Trump is now offering early access to his Truth Social posts in a move that has been seen as corruption benefitting a sitting president.Trump Media and Technology Group officially rolled out its new subscription-based data service on Saturday, giving paying customers faster, real-time access to Truth Social posts from Trump and other high-profile accounts. Continue reading...
Tragic Missile Strike in Kyiv Claims Nine Lives as Zelenskyy Urges for Enhanced Starlink Support
A missile attack in Kyiv has resulted in the tragic deaths of at least nine people, further escalating the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. President Zelenskyy is advocating for the use of Starlink technology to improve military operations amidst the chaos.
The biggest threat in America's race with China isn't Beijing, tech executive warns
America's biggest obstacle in the technology race with China may no be Beijing, but growing resistance to new data centers and the power needed to run them, according to Palantir's chief technology officer."The proximate issues are definitely going to be power and backlash against data centers," Shyam Sankar said in an interview with Fox News Digital at Palantir's American Builder Summit.Sankar, whose company builds software for the Pentagon, intelligence agencies and major manufacturers, argued...
Trump backtracks from promise to let Ukraine build Patriot missiles
US president tells reporters during Camp David cabinet meeting technology ‘a hard thing to give away’Donald Trump has backed off a promise to let Ukraine manufacture its own Patriot air defense interceptors, telling reporters that handing over the underlying technology was “a hard thing to give away” during a cabinet meeting at Camp David.The retreat, billed by the White House as “something different” for the cabinet to experience together, was the first such meeting at the presidential compound...
PM Modi, UK PM Andy Burnham discuss AI, defence, Strait of Hormuz in first phone call
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held his first telephone conversation with newly elected UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, congratulating him on assuming office as the two leaders agreed to deepen cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence, defence, trade and security while also discussing the situation in the Middle East, including efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
'Your skin brighter than country's future': Dipke's jab at PM's late night video
Abhijeet Dipke, CJP founder, mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent video message. The Prime Minister discussed the new anti-paper leak Bill passed by Parliament. This legislation aims to create a more reliable examination system for students. PM Modi highlighted decades of paper leak issues affecting governments nationwide. The government is implementing reforms and using technology to ensure exam integrity.
Sacrifices of Kargil heroes will inspire generations: PM Modi
Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's growing defense production and export capabilities. He mentioned recent defense technology tests and missile agreements with Indonesia. The nation also paid tribute to soldiers who sacrificed lives during the Kargil war. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh contrasted India's innovation with Pakistan's focus on terror. India is consistently moving towards new heights in defense and international cooperation.
First Thing: US agrees Saudi uranium deal as strikes on Iran continue and Yemen’s Houthis hit tankers
Conflict continues across the region as White House announces nuclear technology agreement. Plus, the artist who flattened a Tesla with a tankGood morning. The US has signed a landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia that could allow the kingdom to enrich uranium in the future. The deal will be submitted to Congress for review, where it could face opposition among lawmakers who fear a lack of monitoring safeguards.In lengthy talks stretching over more than one administration, the US has feared th...
Trump's nuclear deal with Saudis jettisons longstanding US demands
Trump's nuclear deal with Saudis jettisons longstanding US demandsImage source, EPAByDaniel BushWashingtonPublished2 minutes agoThe Trump administration's nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia reversed a yearslong stance toward a key Middle East ally.Past US presidents insisted that Saudi Arabia normalise relations with Israel in exchange for receiving American nuclear technology for civilian energy programmes. President Donald Trump gave Saudi Arabia what it wanted without extracting concessions...
Carmakers lobbied UK to revoke ban on petrol and diesel cars after 2035
BMW, Ford, Nissan and Toyota, plus parts maker Bosch, wrote joint letter to ministers in AprilMajor carmakers privately lobbied the UK government to revoke a ban on new petrol and diesel cars after 2035, according to documents that reveal for the first time the efforts to overturn a key decarbonisation policy.BMW, Ford, Nissan and Toyota, plus the parts maker Bosch, wrote a joint letter to ministers in April calling for an “open technology approach” including petrol and diesel cars after 2035, w...
Did Russia aid Iranian drone attacks on CIA sites? What report says
US intelligence agencies are investigating Russia's potential role in recent Iranian drone attacks. Analysts are examining the precision and effectiveness of these strikes. Russia may have provided targeting intelligence and advanced drone technology. This involvement could mark a significant escalation in undermining US operations. At least two CIA facilities were targeted in March.
Canadian billionaire on AI data center causing water scarcity: Those days are gone
Kevin O'Leary argues modern AI data centers do not cause water scarcity. He states cooling technology has significantly reduced water consumption in new facilities. O'Leary believes concerns stem from older data center infrastructure, not current ones. He also advocates for data centers to generate their own power. O'Leary faces a defamation lawsuit regarding his Utah data center project.
Breathalysers in cars ruled out by the Government but it will mandate a raft of other safety features, including speed limiter technology
Breathalysers in cars ruled out by the Government but it will mandate a raft of other safety features, including speed limiter technologySee more This is Money on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy FREDA LEWIS-STEMPEL, SENIOR MOTORING REPORTER Updated: 13:22, 16 July 2026 e-mail 14 View comments
Palantir CTO says tech innovators are building for America in shift since Trump returned to White House
Palantir Chief Technology Officer Shyam Sankar told the Ruthless Podcast in a new interview that there has been a shift within the technology community, and since President Donald Trump returned to the White House, tech entrepreneurs are now building in the national interest."You have hundreds of founders out there now who are building in the national interest," Sankar said in an interview released Thursday morning on the shift in the tech sector. "And I think this is a sort of galvanizing messa...
UK backs India’s security concerns, says trade deal based on trust
The India-UK trade deal commenced, reflecting significant trust and cooperation between nations. This agreement is expected to boost both economies and enhance bilateral trade relations. Discussions also addressed national security and the extradition of financial fugitives. The pact aims to strengthen ties in defense, technology, and climate initiatives. Both countries anticipate increased GDP and financial trade following this landmark agreement.
Inside Iran's high-stakes cyber op to hunt down US troops in the Middle East
International News: Iran allegedly exploited weaknesses in decades-old telecommunications technology to track the mobile phones of US military personnel across the Middle.
Labour forcing social media platforms to prioritise BBC over GB News threatens free speech, warns US Congress
Labour has been warned by IS Congress that forcing social media platforms to prioritise the BBC over GB News and outlets is a threat to free speech.The Americans have issued a stark warning to Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, claiming that proposed regulations forcing technology giants to boost BBC content represent a fundamental assault on free expression.Jim Jordan, who chairs the House Judiciary Committee and maintains close ties to Donald Trump, sent correspondence to Ms Nandy on Tuesday outlin...
Revolutionary MIT Robot Soars Through the Skies and Dives Beneath the Waves with Innovative Dual-Function Wings
A groundbreaking robot developed at MIT showcases the remarkable ability to fly through the air and seamlessly transition into underwater exploration. This innovative technology could redefine how we interact with our environment and gather data from both aerial and aquatic ecosystems.