New York has become the first US state to temporarily halt approvals for new large-scale AI data centres. This marks a significant shift in how governments are responding to the rapid expansion of AI infrastructure and its growing demand for electricity. NY Governor Kathy Hochul signed
Compact flagship smartphones have spent the better part of a decade playing second fiddle to their larger siblings. The reasoning was simple: a smaller chassis left no room for a battery big enough to last a full day, so buyers who wanted genuine flagship performance were
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has reached its final stages, with only one semi-final left before the tournament concludes with the final. Spain have already secured their place after defeating France 2-0, ending hopes of a repeat of the iconic 2022 World Cup final between
As investments in AI-ready data centres continue to accelerate worldwide, the Security Industry Association (SIA) has released a new Data Centre Physical Security Principles Guide. The document offers a practical framework to help operators strengthen the physical protection of critical digital infrastructure. The guide arrives at a
India is preparing to launch its first hydrogen-powered train, marking a major milestone in the country’s transition towards cleaner and more sustainable rail transport. Developed by the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, the indigenous train is expected to begin operations on the Jind–Sonipat route
Karnataka is set to establish India’s first dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) university. The progress marks the state’s efforts to strengthen its position in India’s fast-growing AI ecosystem. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced the plan while outlining the government’s vision to build Karnataka into India’s leading AI
India’s first operational bullet train section, connecting Surat and Bilimora in Gujarat, is expected to begin services in 2027, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has confirmed. The stretch forms part of the ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor and will mark the country’s first experience of travelling
Anthropic has officially introduced local pricing for its Claude AI subscription plans in India. The announcement gives individuals and businesses a better idea of what it will cost to access the company’s premium artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The move comes as competition in the AI chatbot
While the tech world has been waiting for OpenAI’s much-rumoured AI phone, a Chinese startup has moved first. Shanghai-based AI company StepFun has unveiled the StepX Neo, the world’s first agentic smartphone, a device built around a native large language model (LLM) instead of the
India is stepping up its investment and planning to induct indigenous Kamikaze drones. The army is moving to acquire long-range, artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled loitering munitions capable of striking targets up to 1,000 kilometres away. The proposed system marks one of India’s most ambitious efforts to strengthen